Launceston
The Launceston Boags Walk
Start at Boag’s Brewhouse at 39 William Street with a beer-tasting paddle from the entire range. Walk to the haunted Royal Oak which has a local favourite Boags on tap. Continue to The Northern Public House.
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Sydney
Classic Sydney Pubs – The Darlo
When it rains, you can still drink or dine outside at The Darlo Bar, under the awning or the big street umbrellas. It also has a remarkable history that not many people know about.
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Melbourne
Boho Melbourne
Brunswick Street in Fitzroy and Smith Street in Collingwood are Melbourne’s favourite twin haunts for artists, musicians, writers and actors.
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Launceston
Launceston’s Café for Gardeners
Glebe Gardens offers elevenses and lunch for keen gardeners and the biggest, best, most eccentric plant and flower centre in Tasmania.
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Sydney
The Bondi Beach British Oasis
The Beekeeper is a modern British pub at Bondi Beach, within a short walk of the sand and surf.
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Launceston
The Perfect Launceston Swim
Where else in Australia can you swim in a big, free, outdoor pool with peacocks looking on? Add change rooms, showers, a public barbecue and café or pub for lunch – and you’ll want to walk over every day.
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Newcastle
Sydney Loves Newcastle
Cocktails, art and art deco have turned historic Newcastle into a magnificent Sydney weekend getaway.
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Launceston
Launceston’s Op Shop Sales
Hit an end-season sale at the Launceston City Mission op shop and save hundreds of dollars on Country Road, Marcs, David Lawrence and more. If you’re lucky you’ll also find vintage shoes.
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Melbourne
Oyster Ice Cream in Melbourne
Try Oyster ice cream in Melbourne, or shooters. Then head to the market for your own dozen on a tray.
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Launceston
The Original Boags Beer Pub, Launceston
Drink up before November 2026 when the famous Boags beer disappears from Tasmania. This historic pub in Launceston is a classic and also home to a mini Boags museum.
Jessica Adams