Our favourite way to experience Melbourne is on foot, looping between the State Library, NGV, laneways, arcades, gardens and the Yarra, with a tram ride to St Kilda and the occasional MSO concert.

Neil returned to Melbourne for a short city break, wandering the Yarra, visiting the State Library, eating well, and stocking up on freckles, while back at the motorhome Zoe gave Cameron a small health scare.

A guided visit to the Victorian Pride Centre reveals a thoughtfully designed space built for connection, advocacy, and support. More than a landmark, it’s a working hub that honours the past while shaping a practical, inclusive future.

With just one day in Adelaide, we crammed in all our favourites! Art, museums, botanic gardens and a market dash. North Terrace delivered its usual magic, reminding us why this city always feels good to return to.

Adelaide’s best days are the slow ones. Museums, galleries, gardens and the Central Market make up our top five things to do in the city — an easy, walkable loop we return to every time.

Hahndorf gave us a relaxed day of wandering, snacks and a few too many condiments from Beerenberg. Between gin tastings, strudel and leafy streets, this Adelaide Hills favourite is an easy, enjoyable stop with plenty to explore.

The NT Legislative Assembly gave us a calm, informative look at Territory politics: modern architecture, guided tours and stories like the 1996 Remonstrance. A thoughtful Darwin stop for anyone interested in how the Top End governs itself.

Canberra gave us politics, culture, frozen motorhome pipes, and a proper taste of ACT crispness. From Old Parliament House to Lake Burley Griffin, it was one of the most surprising stops of our shakedown trip.