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Is it Colder in Hobart or Melbourne? Winter Temperatures Compared

Kerry Whitfield — Mon, 04 Mar 2024 01:04:39 +0000

While both Melbourne and Hobart experience similar average winter temperatures, there are some subtle differences to consider: Average Winter Temperatures: Melbourne: 6.5 °C (43.7 °F) to 14.2 °C (57.6 °F) Hobart: 5 °C (41 °F) to 12.3 °C (54.1 °F) As you can see, Hobart’s average temperatures are slightly cooler than Melbourne’s, especially during the night, with […]

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Touring Tasmania by Public Transport

Kerry Whitfield — Sat, 03 Feb 2024 06:13:42 +0000

Tasmania needs little introduction to a mainlander. A place on everyone’s bucket list of places to visit. If you don’t own a caravan, aren’t keen on guided tours, or dealing with car rental companies, you can always opt for touring Tasmania using public transport. Apart from railway and tramway historical groups there are no passenger […]

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Brisbane to Sydney by Train: Why Coffs Harbour Makes the Perfect Midpoint Break

Kerry Whitfield — Sat, 13 Jan 2024 23:26:49 +0000

The 14-hour train journey from Brisbane to Sydney can feel endless. Enter Coffs Harbour, the perfect mid-point stopover with convenient lodgings, a charming atmosphere and everything within a short walking distance. Convenient Comfort: The Coffs Harbour train station boasts the Caribbean Motel, just a quick 5-minute walk from the station. I can personally vouch for […]

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Breaking the Sydney-Melbourne Train Journey: Why Albury Is a Perfect Pit Stop

Kerry Whitfield — Sat, 13 Jan 2024 01:27:41 +0000

The 11-hour Sydney-Melbourne train ride often induces groans. Cramped seats, even with the recommended aisle strolls and coffee escapes, the journey can feel like an eternity. But there’s a magic spell to break this monotony – a mid-point pit stop in the city of Albury. Right across from the station, you’ll find the convenient, clean, […]

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Sydney to Adelaide by train and coach

Kerry Whitfield — Sun, 28 Mar 2021 02:39:50 +0000

Here are five ways of travelling overland by public transport between Sydney and Adelaide. I’ve started with the most expensive – The Indian Pacific – which kicks off with a one-way fare of $639. The most economical is FireFly Express which does the Sydney – Melbourne – Adelaide run for a moderate sum of $70.00. […]

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Summer holiday in Wilcannia

Kerry Whitfield — Mon, 15 Mar 2021 08:21:44 +0000

Few people take their summer holidays in Wilcannia. “It’s too hot!” Everyone told us before we departed. I tried to book the trip in spring but the train was full and so was the accommodation we were planning to stay at. So summertime (January 2021) it had to be. As history goes, I’d first passed […]

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FAQ Train travel – Brisbane to Melbourne

Kerry Whitfield — Mon, 28 Sep 2020 03:48:04 +0000

1. Who provides the rail service between Melbourne – Sydney – Brisbane? The rail service is provided by Transport NSW. Their site provides timetables, fares, and bookings online. 2. Can I catch a train from Melbourne through to Brisbane without having to change trains in Sydney? No, unfortunately. Such a service has been contemplated for […]

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Around Australia by public transport

Kerry Whitfield — Thu, 03 Sep 2020 10:12:36 +0000

Yes! It’s possible to travel around Australia by public transport. There are numerous ways to do the trip by using trains and coach services and numerous routes you can take. Sydney – Darwin – Broome We’ll start the trip by heading north from Sydney up to Darwin and over to Broome in W.A. using Greyhound […]

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