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Tasmania’s Historic Train Services

Kerry Whitfield — Sat, 30 Mar 2024 10:38:54 +0000

Tasmania’s rich history includes a network of historical railways that once connected towns, villages, and industrial centers across the island. While regular passenger services are no longer available, several heritage railways offer scenic journeys through Tasmania’s wilderness and historic sites. Here are some popular options: West Coast Wilderness Railway: This renowned railway operates between Queenstown […]

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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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Labor’s Measures to Address Cost of Living

Kerry Whitfield — Sat, 02 Mar 2024 21:33:56 +0000

The Albanese Labor Government has taken significant steps to alleviate the cost of living for Australians. Here are some of the measures they have implemented: Direct Financial Assistance: Increased income support payments: The base rate of several working-age and student income support payments, including the JobSeeker Payment and Youth Allowance, has been increased by $40 per fortnight for eligible recipients. Additionally, eligibility for the […]

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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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Seniors Card Travel: Sydney to Port Macquarie by train for $5

Kerry Whitfield — Thu, 18 Jan 2024 05:01:32 +0000

Save on your Port Macquarie trip with Seniors fares! If you’re a senior who enjoys early starts, you can travel from Sydney to Port Macquarie for just $5. That’s a whopping 87% discount compared to the regular $42.08 fare. Here’s how it works: Grab your cards: You’ll need two cards for this journey. First, apply for […]

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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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Train to Woy Woy and ferry to Davistown for lunch

Kerry Whitfield — Tue, 05 Sep 2023 07:59:35 +0000

Davistown is a small, peaceful, and picturesque Central Coast village. It can be accessed by train from Sydney to Woy Woy and then by ferry to the Davistown Central Wharf which is near the village shopping centre. There is also a bus service from Gosford. The timetable is at: https://transportnsw.info/routes/details/central-coast-buses-network/63/61063 Train services from Central to […]

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Seniors Card Travel: Tweed Heads or Byron Bay to Geelong for $14.40

Kerry Whitfield — Thu, 06 Jul 2023 03:37:23 +0000

Thanks to the new regional fare cap in Victoria, in addition to the NSW TrainLink Country Pensioner Excursion (CPE) and the NSW Seniors Opal card, seniors can now travel by train from Tweed Heads to Geelong for as little as $14.40. In order to benefit from the discounted price, it is necessary to switch trains […]

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A brief history of Mildura and places to visit

Kerry Whitfield — Sat, 03 Jun 2023 05:15:35 +0000

Mildura is a city in the Sunraysia region of north-west Victoria, Australia. It is located on the banks of the Murray River, about 530 kilometres north-west of Melbourne. The city has a population of about 78,000 people. Mildura was first settled by Aboriginal people for thousands of years before European arrival. The first European to […]

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