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![The Matildas Olympics schedule: fixtures and how to watch in Australia The Matildas Olympics schedule: fixtures and how to watch in Australia](https://media.timeout.com/images/106082029/750/562/image.jpg)
The Matildas Olympics schedule: fixtures and how to watch in Australia
The Tillies are gunning for gold in Paris this year, and here’s how you can watch them play
![The 100 greatest places to visit in 2024 have been revealed, and three Aussie destinations made the cut The 100 greatest places to visit in 2024 have been revealed, and three Aussie destinations made the cut](https://media.timeout.com/images/106162497/750/562/image.jpg)
The 100 greatest places to visit in 2024 have been revealed, and three Aussie destinations made the cut
The travel experts at TIME magazine spotlighted Byron Bay’s Sun Ranch, Tasmania’s Wukalina Walk and the WA EV Network
![What time is the Olympics Opening Ceremony in Australia? TV schedule and how to watch What time is the Olympics Opening Ceremony in Australia? TV schedule and how to watch](https://media.timeout.com/images/106162059/750/562/image.jpg)
What time is the Olympics Opening Ceremony in Australia? TV schedule and how to watch
Here’s everything you need to know about timings and tuning in from Oz
![How to watch the Paris 2024 Olympics for free in Australia, including the TV schedule, channel and timings How to watch the Paris 2024 Olympics for free in Australia, including the TV schedule, channel and timings](https://media.timeout.com/images/106096170/750/562/image.jpg)
How to watch the Paris 2024 Olympics for free in Australia, including the TV schedule, channel and timings
Everything you need to know, including what time the Olympics opening ceremony is in Australia, how to watch for free and more
![Australia’s largest and oldest underwater museum is hiding below deck in the Great Barrier Reef Australia’s largest and oldest underwater museum is hiding below deck in the Great Barrier Reef](https://media.timeout.com/images/106161517/750/562/image.jpg)
Australia’s largest and oldest underwater museum is hiding below deck in the Great Barrier Reef
The Museum of Underwater Art is drawing attention to our endangered reefs while regenerating the marine life within them
![Australia has one of the top five most powerful passports in the entire world Australia has one of the top five most powerful passports in the entire world](https://media.timeout.com/images/105968810/750/562/image.jpg)
Australia has one of the top five most powerful passports in the entire world
Australian passport holders can now travel without a visa to more global destinations than ever before
![How to get tickets for San Cisco’s 2024 Australian tour: dates, presale, prices & more How to get tickets for San Cisco’s 2024 Australian tour: dates, presale, prices & more](https://media.timeout.com/images/106160896/750/562/image.jpg)
How to get tickets for San Cisco’s 2024 Australian tour: dates, presale, prices & more
The indie pop trio are touring Australia’s capital cities this October and November, following a regional tour
![Attention passengers: These are Australia’s most (and least) stressful airports Attention passengers: These are Australia’s most (and least) stressful airports](https://media.timeout.com/images/106159798/750/562/image.jpg)
Attention passengers: These are Australia’s most (and least) stressful airports
You’ll need to take a chill pill before flying into or out of Brisbane Airport
The best of Australia travel
![The best luxury hotels in Australia right now The best luxury hotels in Australia right now](https://media.timeout.com/images/106093302/750/562/image.jpg)
The best luxury hotels in Australia right now
Looking to live it up on your next Aussie getaway? We’ve got you covered. Our country is practically swimming in great hotels, from new boutique stays...
![7 overnight sleeper train journeys to take in Aus 7 overnight sleeper train journeys to take in Aus](https://media.timeout.com/images/105980931/750/562/image.jpg)
7 overnight sleeper train journeys to take in Aus
Whether it’s the Orient Express, Hogwarts Express or even Thomas the Tank Engine, trains are the backdrop of some of our favourite fictional stories...
![The 8 most beautiful islands to explore in Australia The 8 most beautiful islands to explore in Australia](https://media.timeout.com/images/106110771/750/562/image.jpg)
The 8 most beautiful islands to explore in Australia
Australia is the biggest island on Earth. With our nation's borders being made out of 100 per cent seawater, it's kind of go figure that we've got a...
![Australia’s most incredible resorts and lodges Australia’s most incredible resorts and lodges](https://media.timeout.com/images/106096357/750/562/image.jpg)
Australia’s most incredible resorts and lodges
Dreaming of your next island getaway? Check-in and fully check out by booking a stay at one of Australia’s most dreamy resorts and lodges. These...
The best things to do in Australia
![The 40 best things to do in Australia The 40 best things to do in Australia](https://media.timeout.com/images/106141697/750/562/image.jpg)
The 40 best things to do in Australia
You know the landmarks and the laid-back culture, but there are plenty more things to do in Australia than kissing koalas and yelling ‘g’day...
![The 9 best ski resorts in Australia The 9 best ski resorts in Australia](https://media.timeout.com/images/105457827/750/562/image.jpg)
The 9 best ski resorts in Australia
There are not many countries in the world where you can pack up your esky and beach bag from a sunny day on the sand and fly within the same day to snow-capped...
![The 23 most majestic waterfalls in Australia The 23 most majestic waterfalls in Australia](https://media.timeout.com/images/106143632/750/562/image.jpg)
The 23 most majestic waterfalls in Australia
Australia is home to thousands of very special waterfalls that we reckon everyone should go and chase at least once. However, if you don't have endless...
![The best hikes to do in Australia The best hikes to do in Australia](https://media.timeout.com/images/106091986/750/562/image.jpg)
The best hikes to do in Australia
If you didn’t know already, Australia is home to some of the most incredible hikes on the planet. From week-long treks through red deserts and green...
The best food and drink in Australia
![The 17 best restaurants in Australia right now The 17 best restaurants in Australia right now](https://media.timeout.com/images/106094676/750/562/image.jpg)
The 17 best restaurants in Australia right now
What’s the secret recipe for crafting an exceptional dining experience? In coming up with Time Out’s list of the best restaurants in Australia we...
![The 30 best wineries to visit in Australia The 30 best wineries to visit in Australia](https://media.timeout.com/images/106098156/750/562/image.jpg)
The 30 best wineries to visit in Australia
Australia’s charming climates and picturesque landscapes are a recipe for some of the world’s finest wines. You’ll find more than 100 grapes...
![The 14 best pies in Australia The 14 best pies in Australia](https://media.timeout.com/images/106103891/750/562/image.jpg)
The 14 best pies in Australia
The nostalgia of biting into a piping hot pie by the roadside is a common bond shared by many Aussies. Whether you like yours with ketchup (correct choice),...
![The 20 best pizzas in Australia The 20 best pizzas in Australia](https://media.timeout.com/images/106102149/750/562/image.jpg)
The 20 best pizzas in Australia
There ain’t no party like a pizza party, and we’ve got plenty of places worth celebrating Down Under. Whether you’re a slave to the...
The best arts and culture in Australia
![The best musical and theatre shows to see in Australia in 2024 The best musical and theatre shows to see in Australia in 2024](https://media.timeout.com/images/106102185/750/562/image.jpg)
The best musical and theatre shows to see in Australia in 2024
From musicals based on much-loved and seriously messed up kids’ TV shows to gothic horror reimagined via icons returning to the stage after decades away,...
![The 18 best art galleries to explore in Australia The 18 best art galleries to explore in Australia](https://media.timeout.com/images/106071534/750/562/image.jpg)
The 18 best art galleries to explore in Australia
Australians have a love affair with art, and with incredible galleries dotted throughout the country, it’s also one of the top reasons we travel...
![The 8 best festivals in Australia in 2024 The 8 best festivals in Australia in 2024](https://media.timeout.com/images/106011734/750/562/image.jpg)
The 8 best festivals in Australia in 2024
If there's one sure-fire way of injecting joy into your year – it's festivals. Gathering with like-minded people in rainbow-festooned palaces full of...
![The 15 best museums for history and culture The 15 best museums for history and culture](https://media.timeout.com/images/106099537/750/562/image.jpg)
The 15 best museums for history and culture
When visiting a new city, it’s highly likely that, at some point, you’ll find yourself standing in front of a big and beautiful museum or gallery....
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![Three reasons to visit Melbourne with your family this winter Three reasons to visit Melbourne with your family this winter](https://media.timeout.com/images/106154868/750/562/image.jpg)
Three reasons to visit Melbourne with your family this winter
Don’t let the cooler weather deter you, we think winter is one of the best times of the year for a family adventure. Not only are there less crowds...
![The best active adventures in Asia worth adding to your bucket list The best active adventures in Asia worth adding to your bucket list](https://media.timeout.com/images/106114144/750/562/image.jpg)
The best active adventures in Asia worth adding to your bucket list
One of the best things about Asia is how truly diverse it is. You have the snowy Himalayas in Nepal, the beautiful cherry blossoms of Japan, the stunning...
![Got the winter blues? Here’s our list of the best active adventures you can have this Euro summer Got the winter blues? Here’s our list of the best active adventures you can have this Euro summer](https://media.timeout.com/images/106114110/750/562/image.jpg)
Got the winter blues? Here’s our list of the best active adventures you can have this Euro summer
As winter approaches; our electric blankets come out, our barely-working radiators get turned on again and we start to daydream about lying in the sun...
![South America’s best activities for adventure-seekers South America’s best activities for adventure-seekers](https://media.timeout.com/images/106114125/750/562/image.jpg)
South America’s best activities for adventure-seekers
If the idea of taking a few weeks off work, upgrading your exploring kit, and being surrounded by stunning natural beauty sounds like your kind of holiday;...
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