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		5 luxury Australian outback stations
		While the Australian Outback is known for its rough-hewn landscapes, there are many rural properties that provide luxury accommodation for those who want to keep the comforts of city living, even in the Outback. Check out our guide on Australia.com for five Outback stations that give you the best of both worlds, with features such as air-conditioned rooms, internet connections, fine cuisine and more.
		Luke Mangan searches for a ‘CEO’
		Luke Mangan, one of Australia’s top celebrity chefs, has become the first restaurateur in the world to serve dishes on land, sea, air and now rail. To celebrate this milestone, Luke has launched a ‘Search for a CEO’ (Culinary Experience Officer), who will experience world class food and wine offerings, mentoring time with Luke and a workshop from Tourism Australia’s social media team. Find out more here.
		Noosa Food and Wine Festival, 20 – 22 May 2016
		Enjoy some of Australia’s best food and wine with world class beach-side views at the Noosa Food and Wine Festival, Queensland. Top Aussie chefs will be showcasing local and Australian produce through over 30 events at Noosa Main Beach, Noosa River and many more coastal venues. Explore sustainable Australian produce with a degustation by James Viles and Wasabi Restaurant, or discover all things Paleo with celebrity chef Pete Evans. Find out more here.

       
 

The Bruny Island Long Weekend joins Tasmania’s ‘Great Walks’   The award winning Bruny Island Long Weekend walk has joined seven other top guided walks in The Great Walks Of Tasmania. The itinerary features spectacular coastal walks, luxury camping and bespoke local produce experiences. Find out more here.         Dingo demonstrations at Fraser Coast Wildlife Sanctuary, Queensland Fraser Coast Wildlife Sanctuary has introduced a new and exclusive dingo experience in partnership with The Woolshed Backpackers, offering guests the opportunity to pat native Australian canines, dingoes. Find out more about Fraser Coast Wildlife Sanctuary here.         Bondi locals share tips in QT Bondi series   Some of Bondi’s iconic personalities including style guru Pip Edwards and foodie Guy Turland have partnered with QT Bondi, Sydney to share their local tips in a series showcasing the quintessential Bondi lifestyle. Find out more here.         Taste of Perth, 29 April – 1 May 2016   Perth’s hottest chefs and restaurants will showcase their food offering in Langley Park for Taste of Perth, Western Australia. Find out more here.           Noma Australia announces fundraising event The final night of Noma Australia’s 10-week residency in Sydney will be held on 2 April 2016 with tickets auctioned off in a special fund raising event for OzHarvest and MAD. Find out more here.

Sculpture by the Sea transforms Cottesloe Beach in Perth Baby platypus twins at Healesville Sanctuary! A weekender’s guide to Albury, Victoria according to Concrete Playground: Stay: Atura Hotel Eat: River Deck Café Drink: Boom Boom Visit: Murray Art Museum Albury Walk: Yindyamarra Sculpture Walk Discover more about Australia on Australia.com

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