STORIES THAT SHAPED AUSTRALIA

Australia is more than famous landmarks and bucket-list destinations. It is a country shaped by extraordinary landscapes, unique wildlife, rich cultures, fascinating history and the people who call it home. At Absolutely Australia, we celebrate the places, stories and experiences that make this country so special, helping you search, visit and discover the very best of Australia.

70 years of Australian television!
Celebrating 70 years of Australian television, from the first 1956 broadcast to colour, digital, and streaming. A look back at the moments, milestones, and stories that shaped how Australia watches TV.
17 Days Ago
Western Australia's Bicentenary 2029
Discover the significance of Western Australia's Bicentenary in 2029, marking 200 years since the establishment of the Swan River Colony and exploring the people, places and stories that shaped modern WA.
24 Days Ago

Australia's LGBTQIA+ Community
Australia's LGBTQIA+ community is a testament to the country's commitment to progress and equality
3 Years Ago
Margaret River Pro
Margaret River Pro Things To Do
Margaret River Pro, a jewel in the crown of the World Surf League's Championship Tour and one of only two prestigious Australian events that draw the globe's surfing elite.
2 Years Ago
Australian Rules Football
Australian Rules Football Australian Rules Football
If you're looking for a new and exciting sport to watch, look no further than …
4 Years Ago
The Power of Protest in Australia
A reflection on the cultural importance of protest in Australia, its evolution, and why respecting …
1 Year Ago

History and Wonders of the Great Ocean Road
Explore the history, culture, and natural beauty of Victoria’s Great Ocean Road, an iconic landmark and memorial steeped in rich stories and breathtaking landscapes.
1 Year Ago
Rottnest Island
Rottnest Island entices tourists with its peaceful surroundings, stunning scenery, fabulous fishing and wonderful swimming spots.
9 Years Ago
Haunting of Old Melbourne Gaol
The Old Melbourne Gaol is one of the city's most recognizable landmarks, marking the darker side of Melbourne's history.
2 Years Ago

Always was, always will be
Let's explore various ways we can celebrate and honour the richness and diversity of Indigenous culture.
3 Years Ago
Bunnings Drops a Beauty of an April Fools' Prank
Bunnings 10-litre Vegemite tub prank sent Australia into a spin, with thousands begging for it to become real. A cheeky April Fools' hit that proved Bunnings and Vegemite are true Aussie icons.
7 Months Ago

Kakadu National Park
Kakadu National Park is a vast biodiverse nature reserve consisting of wetlands, rivers and sandstone escarpments, abundant wildlife, salt water crocodiles and Aboriginal rock paintings.
10 Years Ago

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The Monte Cristo Homestead
Visitors to the Monte Cristo Homestead report seeing eerie lights at the homestead or weird feelings where murders have occurred.
5 Years Ago