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  Chris Hemsworth’s top experiences in the Kimberley
Chris Hemsworth recently spent time exploring the Kimberley as part of his trip around Australia, staying at Berkeley River Lodge on Australia’s remote north Kimberley coast. His top experiences in The Kimberley are about getting off the grid, seeing the amazing wildlife, cruising through the red ochre gorges and escaping to secluded parts of this untouched coastal wilderness. Read more on Australia.com.
     
  A guide to exploring Brisbane’s Islands
You may have heard of Moreton, Bribie and North Stradbroke Island – but what about Lamb, Coochiemudlo, Macleay and Peel? Visitors fly from around the world in search of islands as idyllic as those off Brisbane’s coastline in Queensland. Jump on a ferry, charter a boat, join a tour, drive across or wade out at low tide and discover a different side of Brisbane. Read more on Australia.com.
   
  Million Dollar Fish Competition
On 1 October 2016, 101 barramundi will be
tagged and released at fishing locations across the Northern Territory for the Millian Dollar Fish Competition. One will carry a million-dollar prize tag and the other 100 fish will be worth $10,000 each if caught. Registrations are now open, with the competition running until 28 February 2017. Find out more here.
     

       
 

     
  Long Chim to open in Melbourne and Sydney
Aussie expat David Thompson, head chef of World's 50 Best Restaurant Nahm in Bangkok, will open his Perth based Thai restaurant Long Chim in both Melbourne and Sydney.
     
  Sculpture at Barangaroo
From 6-21 August 2016, Sydney's Barangaroo will showcase 12 outdoor artworks from established and emerging artists. A selection of sculptures will grow and evolve over the 16 day period, with some interactive installations on show. Find out more here.
     
  2017 Santos Tour Down Under  
The 2017 Santos Tour Down Under race routes for January have been announced, with seven routes throughout South Australia that showcase the stunning scenery of McLaren Vale, Glenelg and the city of Adelaide. Find out more here.
     
  Southern Ocean Lodge named fourth best hotel in the world  

Kangaroo Island’s acclaimed Southern Ocean Lodge has been named the best resort in Australia and the fourth top hotel worldwide in the prestigious Travel + Leisure magazine 2016 World’s Best Awards. Find out more here.

  
     
  David Moyle to open new bar in Melbourne
David Moyle, head chef of Franklin in Tasmania, has announced he will open a new Thai inspired bar and grill above Melbourne restaurant Longrain. Find out more here.  
     
Brisbane Times shares this whale's perfect photobomb
Swimming with whale sharks at Australia's Coral Coast = simply amazing!
Filming locations in Western Australia for Singapore television series Dream Job:
  1. Twilight Hawkers Market, Perth
  2. Cottesloe Beach, Cottesloe
  3. Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour, Fremantle
  4. Ballakup House, Jarrahdale
  5. Rottnest Island
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