Kangaroo Island
This tiny Aussie island’s luxury offerings are heating up
On Kangaroo Island, the luxe end of stays has long been anchored by Southern Ocean Lodge. It’s now welcoming new luxury villas and a golf course.
- Julietta Jameson
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Kangaroo Island fights back against cats
The South Australian island has a real chance to eradicate feral cats from its eastern peninsula.
It’s gruesome work, but on Kangaroo Island, it’s one of the best things an animal lover can do
When it comes to eradicating feral animals, islands across the world are a success story. Kangaroo Island is keen to reap the benefits.
- Caitlin Fitzsimmons
Five years after being destroyed, iconic Aussie lodge is back to its best
The art at luxury stay Southern Ocean Lodge uses relics from the 2020 fires to represent life pulled from the ashes.
- Ben Groundwater
A sausage dog went missing in the Aussie wilderness. 529 days later, she’s been found
The miniature dachshund named Valerie disappeared from the campsite of a NSW couple in November 2023.
- Angus Dalton
Cruising is no longer all about the sea, as this curious trend shows
If you imagined cruises only sail the edges of continents, you might be delighted by the new range of land add-ons that extend exploration far inland.
- Brian Johnston
Port guide: Kangaroo Island, South Australia
Kangaroo Island has bounced back from its 2019-20 summer bushfires and is as beautiful as ever. Here’s what you should take in.
- Brian Johnston
Ten of the world’s greatest experiences for foodies right now
If you’re the type to curate an entire travel itinerary around your must-eats, then this list is for you.
- Traveller team
Islands of hope: The fight to eradicate feral pests and save native wildlife
Australia’s wildlife is under threat from feral invaders on land and at sea, but some of the greatest gains are being made away from the mainland.
- Mike Foley
Former horse trainer handed huge ban for ‘dacking’ racing official
The man has been hit with one of the longest bans in modern Australian horse racing for exposing a compliance officer by “dacking” him from behind.
- Adam Pengilly