Linsey Rendell

Beat the heat at an invigorating saltwater pool; a heritage-listed, brutalist spot with an intriguing backstory; or a competition pool where you’ll feel like an Olympian. Plus, a north-side institution with bleachers for lounging, and another with a colourful “splashpad” for kids.

There’s more to Victoria’s spa country than sipping or soaking in its mineral waters. In partnership with American Express and its Shop Small program, we’ve assembled a 48-hour itinerary of the region’s lesser-known gems.

The coastline yields exceptional oysters, but the inland is fertile too. In partnership with American Express and its Shop Small program, here’s a clutch of the region’s must-visit bistros, breweries and bakeries defining local cuisine.

There’s more than mineral waters to sip here. In partnership with American Express and its Shop Small program, here’s a snapshot of the region’s most exciting eating and drinking.

It’s pretty fun to live (and trek) the high life in Auckland, but you’ll want some downtime too. In partnership with Visit Auckland, we explore five ways to cool your jets close to the city centre.

From design-led boutique hotels to luxe safari tents and secluded tropical islands, there’s no end of options for a relaxing summer getaway. In partnership with Cashrewards, here are five of the best around the country.

The stretch of NSW’s South Coast was made for travelling. In partnership with American Express and its Shop Small program, we’ve curated a 48-hour itinerary that matches the locals’ relaxed pace.

There’s a stunning property with a “Versailles-like” garden, a mountain-top expanse with spectacular ocean views, and perhaps the state’s most storied picnic spot, plus others just 40 minutes from the city.

No, we’re not talking about 1.5 metres between chairs. In partnership with Howard Park Jeté Sparkling, we explore what we emotionally and materially need to be laying on the tables right now.

It’s time to head out into the night. In partnership with the NSW Government via Destination NSW, we’ve rounded up the best ways to welcome mid-winter. Hint: there’s dancing and dumplings to keep you warm.

Between mulled wine, hot ramen, DIY burrata and Kylie Kwong’s famous savoury pancakes, there’s plenty of ways to keep warm (and well fed) while welcoming mid-winter. In partnership with the NSW Government via Destination NSW, we highlight the most distinctive food and drink experiences at Sydney Solstice.

Plants are precious cargo. In partnership with MINI, we highlight some of the nation’s best inner-city plant purveyors worthy of a four-wheeled whirl.