There are three time zones in Australia spread over the width of Australia from Sydney to Perth and totalling 2hrs in difference, except for daylight saving time:
Eastern Standard Time (EST) - includes New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, Tasmania and the Australian Capital Territory
Central Standard Time (CST) - includes South Australia and the Northern Territory
Western Standard Time (WST) - Western Australia.
CST is one half hour behind EST, while WST is two hours behind EST
Daylight saving is not observed in Queensland, the Northern Territory or Western Australia. Daylight Saving Time begins at 2am on the first Sunday in October, when clocks are put forward one hour. It ends at 2am (which is 3am Daylight Saving Time) on the first Sunday in April, when clocks are put back one hour.

NAIDOC Week is a celebration of the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Australia is one of the most successful cricket teams in the world, dominating both Test and One Day International (ODI) formats for decades.

Indulge in some of the best local country produce and a number of wineries offering great wine tasting and cellar door wine tour experiences.

The Clare Valley is one of Australia's oldest wine regions, dating back 150 years, and home to some of the best Riesling wines in the country.

The Barossa Valley is a renowned wine-producing region northeast of Adelaide, and is the main source of employment for many residents.

With the Merritts Gondola, the Alpine Coaster, on‑mountain dining and a full winter events calendar, Thredbo suits beginners through to advanced skiers and riders looking for a classic Australian snow holiday

Mount Kosciuszko is Australia’s highest mountain, located in the Snowy Mountains in Kosciuszko National Park, New South Wales.

If you're looking for a sport that combines the best aspects of soccer, rugby, and American football, look no further than Australian Rules Football!

Australians are famous for their BBQ's. Enjoying the beautiful climate, standing over the BBQ waiting for the feed. Australian meat eaters are also pretty fussy about how their steak is done.

Built in 1879, Tacking Point Lighthouse has been a beacon for sailors and coastal explorers.
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