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Australian Body Art Festival 2010
FANTASY bodies go on display in Queensland as the annual Body Art Carnivale brings extraordinary human canvases to life.
Giant hammerhead to become a tourist hit
MONSTER shark caught off Australian coast could soon become a hot tourist attraction.
South Australia goes glam
FROM glamorous hotels to funky boutiques, Adelaide is upping the ante on stylish accommodation.
The perfect proposal destination?
THERE can be few moments more daunting for a man than proposing to his partner, so the perfect location is crucial.
A unique island paradise at our doorstep
A UNIQUE and gorgeous Garden of Eden lies right at our doorstep at the relatively untouched Norfolk Island.
Cosying up to reef sharks
COMING face to face with one of nature's great predators, how do you know they won't go for you? There's only one way to find out.
Aussies get down and dirty in Mud Run
FORGET La Tomatina and Glastonbury - Australia is the new place to go to get down and dirty.
Stars flocking to NSW South Coast
THE South Coast of NSW is stealing Palm Beach's title as a summer celebrity mecca.
Sydney on the cheap
SYDNEY is not exactly the cheapest place in the world to visit, often appearing high on lists of the most expensive cities around the globe.
Aussie theme parks put to the test
WE put Queensland's ultimate adventure theme parks to the test and discover they're among the best in the world.

	The Family Skateboard Lesson Family activities don't get better than this! A skateboard lesson for 5 (or more!) is a great way to get active and enjoy the outdoors together. 1.5 hours long and all equipment provided, this experience caters for scaredy-cat Mums to wild teenagers - it's about having an awesome time trying!
	The Ultimate Cairns Outer Great Barrier Reef Tour A guided snorkelling adventure tour is the ideal way to experience the Great Barrier Reef. Our professional marine naturalist will guide you on a 30-minute snorkelling tour, showcasing the reef and its unique marine life.
	4 Day Bungles Adventure Starting in Kununurra, we travel to the world-renowned Purnululu National Park, where we will enjoy short walks while camping inside the National Park. Some may choose to take an optional helicopter flight over this natural wonder. Fitzroy River and Geikie Goege Cruise, tour finishes in Broome.