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There are plenty of reasons to hit the road these holidays. Explore the below travel tips and inspiration to make your road trip safer, happier and more meaningful.

April double demerits days

On the road this holiday season? Find out what double demerit periods are in place to keep you safe and avoid heavy penalties.

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Nine tips to be a better driver

Exercising basic etiquette helps make everyone’s trip a little more enjoyable and a whole lot safer.

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Spotlight on regional road safety

Regional road travel is statistically more dangerous than driving in the city, so be prepared for different driving conditions.

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Remember to Stop, Revive, Survive

Whether you’re driving down the coast, into the country or even just across town, it’s essential that you plan ahead to protect you and your loved ones.

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Do you keep left unless overtaking?

The ‘Keep Left Unless Overtaking’ rule remains one of the most misunderstood road rules for motorists across Australia.

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Broken Hill, NSW

Venture to the edge of the outback, where dusty miners, alternative artists and drag queen divas come together to create one of Australia’s quirkiest towns.

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Where to find NSW's best pies

The Aussie meat pie is the perfect roadside meal. From Hayden's Pies in Ulladulla to Morpeth Cottage Bakehouse.

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11 of NSW's most iconic 'Big Things'

We take a tour of those head-scratching traffic-stoppers affectionately known as ‘Big Things’.

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12 of the best beaches in NSW

Beach lovers, rejoice – this one’s for you! Here are our top picks for the very best beaches in New South Wales.

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Road trip: NSW Far South Coast

The NSW South Coast doesn’t stop at Batemans Bay. Discover cold-weather charms that lie south of the Clyde River.

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Our guide to the best food and wine in NSW

If excellent food and wine are important criteria when choosing where to go for a break, try these exciting up and coming regions.

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Road trip: Brisbane to Cairns in a week

The ultimate Brisbane to Cairns road trip itinerary, taking in the best places to stop including Fraser Island, Bundaberg, Rockhampton and Townsville.

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Road trip: Melbourne to Great Ocean Road

Slip on your driving gloves and set off for a run down one the world's most celebrated and breathtaking roads.

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Best 4WD day trips in Australia

You don’t have to cross the Kimberley to get a taste of off-road fun. Here are some quick 4WD tracks that will have you back and parked in your driveway within a day.

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7 sustainable travel tips

Most of us would like to leave the places we visit a little better off than when we arrived. Here are seven ways to be a more sustainable traveller in Australia. 

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Support flood-affected regions with your next road trip

Your next road trip can help towns that have been affected by the devastating floods impacting regional NSW. 

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Meet the locals

We’re shining a light on rural and regional NSW businesses that rely on tourism from road trips to recover and thrive.

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Join the community to discover shared stories and revitalising road trips.


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