Winding along a pleasantly shaded forest trail before emerging once more onto the dramatic sea cliffs, our fourth and final day of the Three Capes Track certainly gives yesterday's stunning scenery a run for its money. Today, we find ourselves at the end of Cape Huay, enjoying the last of the trek'[...]
Leading out to the end of Cape Pillar for unparalleled views of Tasman Island and the dramatic dolerite coastline, our third day on the Three Capes Track has us gasping at every single turn. Even though it's a longer walk today than either of our previous two days combined, the 19kms positively[...]
After a relaxed first day on the Three Capes Track, we are all eager for what promises to be another spectacularly scenic walk up and over Arthur's Peak, through the Ellarwey Valley, and out towards Munro Bight. In addition to getting a closer look at the incredible dolerite columns that make t[...]
Our first day on Tasmania's newest (and, dare I say, most breathtaking!) multi-day hike begins in the early afternoon with a scenic cruise along the capes and a short 4km walk to tonight's accommodation. Still, these few hours manage to pack in more incredible scenery than I'd ever imagined, leavin[...]
Easily enjoyed as a day trip from Hobart or a series of interesting stops on the way to Port Arthur Historic Site, the Tasman Peninsula is one of the state’s most beautiful and diverse areas, offering an endless supply of coastal lookouts and frequent opportunities to discover fascinating geologi[...]
Wind-whipped and delicately chiseled over thousands of years into intriguing geometric patterns, the layered cliffs and jagged rocks at Miles Beach were eventually worn away to form a perfect archway in the sand, looking directly onto the tumultuous Tasman Sea. But Bruny Island's dramatic[...]
Tasmania's wild and beautiful Bruny Island may just be the most captivating island... off an island... off an island that you've ever visited. And although there are more than enough scenic spots and exciting activities to occupy an entire week on this Singapore-sized island, Bruny is readily acces[...]
Widely regarded as one of Australia's most awe-inspiring landscapes, the Bay of Fires occupies a 50km stretch of Tasmania's east coast, enticing visitors with dramatically contrasted aquamarine coves, bright white sand, and vibrant orange boulders. Even though the area was named by a passing explore[...]
Hundreds of people walk up to Wineglass Bay Lookout every day to see Tasmania's most beautiful beach from above, but surprisingly few people continue onwards to actually set foot on its perfectly white sand or swim in the crystal-clear water. Explore more of Freycinet National Park with this easy wa[...]
One of Tasmania’s most instantly recognisable beaches, Wineglass Bay draws thousands of Australians and international tourists alike to the shores of Freycinet National Park each year. And there is truly no better way to experience the blindingly white crescent of sand and vibrant turquoise waves[...]
Tasmania's legendary Overland Track is Australian bushwalking at its very finest, incorporating dramatic dolerite peaks, wind-whipped alpine tundra, lush valleys dominated by vibrant wildflowers, and sparkling waterfalls all into one incredible hike. It's possible to join an expensive tour grou[...]
Although the majority of visitors to Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park are here to climb Tasmania's iconic dolerite mountains or experience the epic Overland Track, there is still so much to explore beyond the trails and peaks. See a completely different side of the park on a canyoning tou[...]
Collecting and organising evidence for your 820/801 Partner Visa is absolutely the most stressful part of the entire application, and this confusion is only magnified by the scarcity of information provided on the Home Affairs site. If you're struggling with your evidence, just know that you're[...]
This post is all about gathering your 820/801 Australian Partner Visa evidence. Although there is no "one-size-fits-all" document checklist, I'll give you an overview of the 5 categories in which you need to provide evidence, as well as plenty of suggestions for satisfying the requirements in each.[...]
If you've been following along on all my 820/801 Partner Visa application posts, you'll have already read my lengthy post detailing every single question of the online application. This current post is essentially the same thing for the sponsor's application, providing you with all the questions an[...]
Applying for the 820/801 Australian Partner Visa is a monumental task, but thankfully one whose rewards far outweigh any amount of effort (and lost sleep). This post is an attempt to provide future 820/801 Australian Partner Visa applicants with all the information I wish I had before I sat do[...]
After weeks of digging through old documents and photos to string together a timeline and gather evidence of a de-facto relationship with my partner Callum, I finally sat down to begin the online application process for my 820/801 Australian Partner Visa.. And then immediately had to go dig through[...]
To the uninitiated, getting Australian permanent residency through a sponsored Partner Visa may seem like a mere technicality rather than the Herculean task that it truly is (the number of times people have told me to "just get married"..). One look at the Home Affairs 820/801 Partner Visa page (or[...]
Just walking through the streets of Melbourne, there's a tangible and almost infectious sense of excitement that most visitors experience instantly, drawn into the energy and vibrant culture of this dynamic Australian city. But there is still so much more to Victoria than its hip capital, and unfor[...]
Dramatic coastal scenery, brilliant aquamarine beaches, an overabundance of endemic Australian wildlife... it's not an exaggeration to say that Kangaroo Island will steal your breath at every turn. Australia's third largest island has long since held the reputation of a rugged paradise: wind-whippe[...]