Discover the lesser-known wonders of Australia with our latest updates.
Discover the lesser-known corners of Australia with our latest stories. We travel by road through the outback, along the coast and across the bush, sharing real moments from places often left off the map. Join us as we uncover hidden gems, quiet campsites and the kind of adventures that happen when you wander off the main road.
If you’re planning a road trip through Outback Queensland, South Australia, the Northern Territory, Victoria or New South Wales, you’ll find plenty of stories from the tracks and towns along the way. From remote creeks and gorges to small country pubs and station stays, these posts share the people and places that make travelling off the main road worth it.
Traveller’s Notes: What is the Matilda Way?
The Matilda Way is a 1,900-kilometre touring route from Bourke in New South Wales to Karumba on the Gulf of Carpentaria, passing through the heart of outback Queensland via Charleville, Longreach and Winton.
Traveller’s Notes: What is the Kidman Way?
The Kidman Way is a 644-kilometre sealed touring route through inland NSW, from Jerilderie in the south to Barringun on the Queensland border. Named after the 'Cattle King', it passes through Griffith, Cobar and Bourke.