For years, Ayers Rock has been marketed as a conquerable landmark - "come to the red centre and climb the rock". The area known as "the climb" on the face of the monolith is easily visible - a stretch of rock whitened by the tracks of many feet, divided in...

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There's plenty advice around about what the best or not to be missed things to do in Australia. Avoiding the lowlights is equally important. Here's some helpful hints to avoid some pitfalls of otherwise great destinations, activities and attractions in Au

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Australia is home to the iconic white sandy beach, blue skies and water sports such as sailing, surfing and diving. But travelling to the wrong place at the wrong time of the year leave many backpackers disappointed and often stranded as they are unable

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