From secret watering holes to awe-inspiring oceans, these epic swimming destinations and spots are just waiting for you to dive into.

Cairns

A budget-friendly guide to Cairns

View of a sunrise at Nightcliff Jetty in Darwin
Darwin

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Woman in the water with child on shoulders playing with inflatable ring at Lake McKenzie, K’gari (Fraser Island). Image credit: Tourism and Events Queensland
Hervey Bay

K’gari (Fraser Island) with kids: best family-friendly things to do

Aerial shot of buildings and promenade along the Hunter River in Newcastle. Image credit: Destination NSW
Newcastle

Newy for nix: how to do Newcastle on a budget

Three people sitting on the lawn in front of Dunedin Railway Station on a sunny day. Image credit: Dunedin NZ
Dunedin

Cheap as: how to do Dunedin on a budget

Two children with bikes at a park bench overlooking the harbour, waving at a boat. Image credit: Dunedin NZ
Dunedin

Dunedin with kids: fun things to do

Surfers in the water off Newcastle Beach. Image credit: Destination NSW
Newcastle

Steel yourself: the best things to do in Newcastle