Alexis Buxton-Collins

2 months ago | qantas.com | Alexis Buxton-Collins |Alexandra Carlton |Bek Day |Bridget De Maine |Bridget de Maine

Whether you’ve lived here your whole life, are returning once again or visiting with wide eyes for the first time, there’s always a new part of Australia to discover. That’s why we’ve compiled a bucket list of incredible experiences to have this year, from diving off a luxury sailing boat in Margaret River to hearing First Nations history in outback NSW and relaxing in a woodfired sauna on a lake in Tasmania. Here’s our shortlist of the best new things to do in Australia in 2025.

Jan 8, 2025 | qantas.com | Alexis Buxton-Collins

Despite the eerie beauty of Mungo National Park, some 90 minutes’ drive north of Mildura, near the Victorian border, the real treasures remain beneath the surface. I’m standing atop the Mungo lunette, a 30-kilometre dune system that curls around a dry lakebed and holds as much history as any place in Australia. For more than 50,000 years this land has been home to the Barkandji/Paakantyi, Mutthi Mutthi and Ngiyampaa Peoples.

Dec 26, 2024 | glamadelaide.com.au | Alexis Buxton-Collins

We live in a beautiful part of the world, and there’s no better way to enjoy the great outdoors than packing a few essentials and getting out there. From shady outback creeks to sunny beaches and dense forests with hidden waterfalls, our wonderful state has it all. Whether you want to escape from the modern world to go swimming and play cards on a remote beach, or glamp in luxury with air-conditioning and wifi, our guide to the best SA camping has you covered.

Dec 7, 2024 | nzherald.co.nz | Alexis Buxton-Collins

The island offers activities such as paddleboarding, catamaran cruises, and electric buggy tours. Photo / SuppliedJust off the coast of South Australia lies a sun-kissed island resort where days that pass in a dreamy haze of sand, surf and thrillingly fresh seafood will leave you feeling like royalty, writes Alexis Buxton-CollinsRobinson Crusoe never had it this good.

Dec 4, 2024 | exploretravel.com.au | Alexis Buxton-Collins

Thousands of people are moving steadily eastwards as if drawn by some primeval migratory urge, the occasional cowboy hat or glitter-dusted coif sticking out above this sea of humanity. They're headed towards a pair of leafy parks where a collection of giant tents, pop-up bars and carnival rides has sprouted up between the tall gum trees.