Wrap yourself in your warmest layers and head out to these regional gems for a night of awe-inspiring stargazing in Australia.

From Wilsons Prom and the Gippsland Lakes to Buchan Caves, Walhalla and Metung Hot Springs, this guide rounds up the best things to do in Gippsland right now. Expect coastal walks, rail trails, village detours, standout food and wine, and beautiful places to stay across one of Victoria’s most wide-ranging regions.

From Gem Pier and HMAS Castlemaine to Williamstown Beach, great coffee, hot chips and sunset drinks, this Williamstown guide rounds up the best things to do, eat and see in one of Melbourne’s most charming bayside suburbs.

New Norfolk travel guide: where to eat, stay and explore in the Valley of Love.

They all deserve a spot on your epic itinerary around the state.

Go well-heeled, go light-footed, go hungry for country and story. And let the wine be worthy of the view. Here are the Australian destinations you need to visit at least once.

Family-friendly attractions, peaceful nature, and unexpected culinary delights.

Seddon charms with slow moments, good food, and quiet beauty.

Ideally positioned at the gateway to the Bay of Fires, St Helens is the perfect base for exploring Tasmania’s stunning east coast.

Victoria’s second largest city marries the relaxed aura of a coastal town with a bustling food, wine and arts scene.

Prepare for the serenity that will ensue.