The regions have been challenged like never before. Through drought, bushfires, floods and a pandemic - now is our time to give back and show up for local businesses. Australians yearn for renewal and road trips hold the key to recovery. On the road, we reconnect with family and friends, discover hidden gems and help others. So pick a town, call your mates, pack the car and celebrate #whyweroadtrip.

Recovery for our regions

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Road trip to reconnect

Looking for a unique experience not too far from home? Discover Aboriginal culture experiences for those seeking a deeper connection with this land.

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Road trip to explore

Whether you've got two days or two weeks to spare, discover the beauty of your backyard with our handy travel guides and explore the regions.

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Road trip to help

With drought, bushfires and now the coronavirus pandemic, so many of our communities are really doing it tough. But you can help.

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Road trip with purpose to these NSW towns

Mudgee Vineyard

Explore Orange and Mudgee

Great wine, fine food and fresh air await in the historic country towns of Mudgee and Orange in NSW’s Central West.

Dotted with heritage buildings and surrounded by vineyards, farmland and true Australiana scenery of gum trees, sandstone gorges and trickling creeks, it’s impossible not to be charmed by the regional towns of Mudgee and Orange.

 

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Tamworth
Road Trip: Sydney to Tamworth

Traverse the New England and Oxley highways from Sydney to the city of Tamworth while exploring the sights and attractions on the way.
EV Road trip: Byron Bay to Tamworth

Acclaimed for its natural beauty, as well as its creative communities and fresh produce – Northern NSW provides everything from spectacular scenery, rolling green hinterland, to rugged national parks and great surf beaches.
Local's guide: Tamworth

Australia’s country music capital has it all; world-class music, delicious food and wine, fascinating heritage and thrilling rodeo.

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Summer road safety

The NRMA has teamed up with Destination NSW to make sure you can see the absolute best of NSW with an off-road adventure. Check out the video below for our top tips on how to prepare your 4WD for a road trip.


Whether you are heading out on the ultimate road trip or taking a drive to the local beach this summer, remember to take care and be safe on the road. We have the produced the top summer driving safety tips for you, the family and your fury sidekicks.

 

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