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King Federik X and Queen Mary pose for photos in front of Uluru.

Frederik and Mary visit Australia’s best known landmark

The Danish royals have kicked off their first official Australian trip since taking the throne. The visit isn’t all about sightseeing and photo opportunities, however.

  • Tess Ikonomou and Aaron Bunch

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Ayers Rock Resort.

Seeing Australia’s big attractions could soon get much easier

Journey Beyond’s acquisition of Voyages Indigenous Tourism Australia means cross-country rail trips, Uluru and a reef escape could all be part of one itinerary.

  • Julietta Jameson
The writer wearing her late-father’s retro Northern Terrority t-shirt.

After Dad died, I found his retro T-shirt. Then a surprise email was the sign I needed

It was the catalyst for a transformative trip.

  • Genevieve Quigley
King Charles III  meets Anangu Traditional Owners at the Australian High Commission in London.

‘Come and visit’: Indigenous elders meet the King – and say he’s welcome back at Uluru

King Charles spoke to Anangu leaders to mark the 40th anniversary of the day the Australian government handed Uluru back to its traditional owners, who say they would love to host him on a return visit.

  • David Crowe
Kata Tjuta.

Epic multi-day hike to launch inside Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park

Developed in consultation with traditional owners, the all-inclusive trek offers an intimate experience of two of Australia’s greatest natural wonders.

  • Julietta Jameson
A deluge in the desert created short-lived waterfalls at Uluru. Nearby Yulara Airport weather station recorded 31.6mm to 9am Tuesday and another 6.8mm to 9am Wednesday, but the rain has now stopped. Vision - rachelcrowley_ / instagram
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Spring rainfall at Uluru

A deluge in the desert created short-lived waterfalls at Uluru. Nearby Yulara Airport weather station recorded 31.6mm to 9am Tuesday and another 6.8mm to 9am Wednesday, but the rain has now stopped. Vision - rachelcrowley_ / instagram

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Rain and thunderstorms have drenched parts of central Australia in the last couple of days, causing waterfalls to cascade down the sides of Uluru following the monolith’s best September rain on record. Vision - rachelcrowley_ / instagram
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Rain on the rock

Rain and thunderstorms have drenched parts of central Australia in the last couple of days, causing waterfalls to cascade down the sides of Uluru following the monolith’s best September rain on record. Vision - rachelcrowley_ / instagram

Spring rain at Uluru.

Uluru drenched by record September rain

A deluge in the desert has brought the rare sight of Uluru cascading with waterfalls, desert flowers in bloom and animals coming out to feed and drink.

  • Caitlin Fitzsimmons
“A collective gasp”… Sunrise Journeys.

Team behind Vivid Sydney creates spectacular new display at Uluru

The traditional stories and flavours of the Red Centre are the inspiration for the latest offerings at Ayers Rock Resort.

  • Julie Miller
Longitude 131.

One of Australia’s most incredible luxury camps gets $2.5 million revamp

As Longitude 131 progresses into its third decade of operation, it’s just unveiled a pleasing new look to its interior design.

  • Julietta Jameson