Australian Stories - 7 July 2016

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		Swim with humpback whales
		Australia has always been one of the best places in the world to watch migrating whales. Now, not only can you watch these majestic creatures, you can swim alongside them. Swimming with the whales was previously only possible on the Sunshine Coast in Queensland, but you can now do this experience with numerous operators in Western Australia. Find out more on Australia.com.

		On foot: 12 day luxury itinerary for hikers and walkers
		Explore some of Australia’s magnificent landscapes on a walking holiday. With the support of a knowledgeable and passionate team of hosts and guides, discover unforgettable coastlines, fertile mountains and vibrant food and wine producing regions. Retreat at the end of each day to a luxury lodge to relax and enjoy a very personal connection to the land and the culture of the region. Read more on Australia.com.

		Audi Hamilton Island Race Week
		Audi Hamilton Island Race Week (August 20-27), combines glamour and luxury in a week-long celebration of sailing, fashion and food. Situated on the edge of the Great Barrier Reef amongst the Whitsunday Islands, Hamilton Island is a luxurious coastal destination that also offers a world class food and wine scene. Find out more here.


	Five dingo puppies born at Australian Reptile Park
	The Australian Reptile Park, located a 90 minute drive from Sydney on the Central Coast of New South Wales, welcomes the arrival of five dingo puppies. Find out more here.

	Airlie Beach Kombis
	The Whitsundays welcomes a new tour service, Airlie Beach Kombis, which offers tours in a chauffeur driven 1963 vintage Kombi along the pristine beaches of Airlie Beach. Find out more here.

	The Ultimate Gourmet Escape
	The Ultimate Winery Experiences of Australia has announced an exclusive package during the Margaret River Gourmet Escape 18-21 November. The bespoke tour takes guests behind the scenes at three of the most celebrated Margaret River wineries - Voyager Estate, Leeuwin Estate and Vasse Felix. Find out more here.

	BEAMS Art Festival
	On 17 September, Sydney's historical Chippendale precinct will celebrate local contemporary art with a free festival of culture, food and wine. The precinct is home to some of Sydney's most exciting new restaurants such as Kensington Street Social, Automata and the Spice Alley food markets. Find out more here.

	First Light Club beachfront yoga, Byron Bay
	Guests at Elements of Byron Bay on the north coast of New South Wales can experience beachfront yoga on Belongil Beach at sunrise. With whale season in full swing, guests may even spot a whale out at sea during their morning stretch. Find out more here.

Taronga Zoo Wildlife Hospital releases this adorable fur seal back into the wild

A day in the life of Derek the wombat

Nine unmissable dishes to eat in Australia according to food critic Pat Nourse:

Balmain bug pikelets at Bennelong, Sydney
Abalone roasted in bull kelp at Franklin, Hobart
Marron and local watercress at Orana, Adelaide
Rendang roti rolls at Rapid Creek markets, Darwin

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