Rosedale Farm Credit: Rosedale Farm
Steeped in history, dating back to 1877, Rosedale Farm is a lovingly restored, estate located 7km from Orange in the central tablelands of New South Wales, Australia, and 3.5 hours drive from Sydney.
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Discover new ways to relish NSW’s beauty this month – from rural and rugged escapes that insist on absolute relaxation to country dining flavoured with love and respect, and a dreamy drive through undulating hinterlands.
NEW FOOD & DRINK
Thirst in Bathurst
Bathurst’s Reckless Brewing Co has officially opened its doors and beer lovers will enjoy unwinding in the new Taproom. Open from Thursday to Sunday, the family friendly venue offers pours of their core range or limited release beers and a debrief of all the action on the mountain.
Dining for good
With open hearts and appetites, Armidale welcomes its first social enterprise kitchen, The Ezidi Place. The Sydney-based, social change-focused hospitality group, Plate it Forward, has partnered with local hotel Comfort Inn City Centre Armidale to serve the aromatic soul food of the Ezidi people of Northern Iraq, many of whom have settled in the town. Visitors can enjoy fragrant fare, craft beers and cocktails, knowing their merry-making is helping to provide employment and training for asylum seekers.
Refreshed farm fare
Tweed Hinterland’s bucolic beauty, Farm & Co is now serving deliciously imaginative farm-to-table fare from its revamped restaurant. The working farm invites guests to wander the grounds, pick their own sunflowers, and feed friendly chickens, before enjoying paddock-plucked produce plated by a team led by local hospitality gurus Mark Wilson (Osteria, Lolita’s Mexican Cantina) and Rachel Duffy (founder of much-applauded No. 35 Kitchen and Bar in Cabarita).
High tides
For lazy sessions in the sunshine, Murwillumbah’s Tweed River House has just opened its waterside Lawn Bar. Visitors can head over on weekends from 12pm to sip on exceptional cocktails and light bites and soak up the spectacle of the afternoon sun giving way to dusk reflected in the river.
Tweed River House Credit: Gregory Lording
A magnificently restored century-old grand river house on northern rivers, where you can dine enjoying the panoramic views from the river terrace or inside under the elegant, pressed tin ceilings.
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Tweed River House Credit: Gregory Lording
A magnificently restored century-old grand river house on northern rivers, where you can dine enjoying the panoramic views from the river terrace or inside under the elegant, pressed tin ceilings.
Tweed River House Credit: Gregory Lording
A magnificently restored century-old grand river house on northern rivers, where you can dine enjoying the panoramic views from the river terrace or inside under the elegant, pressed tin ceilings.
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Tweed River House Credit: Gregory Lording
A magnificently restored century-old grand river house on northern rivers, where you can dine enjoying the panoramic views from the river terrace or inside under the elegant, pressed tin ceilings.
NEW ACCOMMODATION
Cabin log
The newly launched Galong Cabins in the Blue Mountains National Park offers a picturesque place to unplug and unwind. Tucked into the wilderness of the Megalong Valley, just an hour from Blackheath, the two comfortably refurbished cabins are run by the National Parks and Wildlife Services and make for an immersive retreat for nature enthusiasts, hikers and those seeking a detox from daily life.
Manor born
With a legacy stretching back to 1877, the charming homestead of Rosedale Farm, just 7km from Orange, serves as a graceful portal into a bygone era. The diligently restored estate includes original servants’ quarters, which now serve as two luxe farm stays to supplement the six-bedroom manor. The property will soon add a pool, orangery and pool house to the manicured grounds.
NEW EXPERIENCES
Rail ride
Newcastle-based Newy Rides has launched a new cycling experience, The Fernleigh Explorer. Following the popular 15km rail trail, the Fernleigh Track, visitors will pedal through forested corridors, bushscapes and wetlands, spotting rail relics, learning about local railway history, and discovering the area’s significance for the local Awabakal people.
Caught in the net
Port Macquarie just levelled-up its amusement quota with the opening of the WildNets Adventure Park in the Guulabaa Precinct of Cowarra State Forest. The netted treetop playground is slung with 39kms of ropes and cables, connecting treehouses, slides, ball pits, and bridges. With fifty per cent of profits funnelled into the new Wild Koala Breeding Program at Guulabaa, there’s more reason than just sheer fun to throw yourself into the action.
Rosedale Farm Credit: Rosedale Farm
Steeped in history, dating back to 1877, Rosedale Farm is a lovingly restored, estate located 7km from Orange in the central tablelands of New South Wales, Australia, and 3.5 hours drive from Sydney.
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Rosedale Farm Credit: Rosedale Farm
Steeped in history, dating back to 1877, Rosedale Farm is a lovingly restored, estate located 7km from Orange in the central tablelands of New South Wales, Australia, and 3.5 hours drive from Sydney.
Nobbys Beach, Newcastle Credit: Destination NSW
Friends cycling along Macquarie Pier at Nobbys Beach, Newcastle.
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Nobbys Beach, Newcastle Credit: Destination NSW
Friends cycling along Macquarie Pier at Nobbys Beach, Newcastle.
More News
Dorothy Smith & Yes Theory, Sydney Credit: Bluesfest
102-year-old visits Sydney and officially completes her seven-continent lifelong dream
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Destination NSW has teamed up with the popular YouTube channel Yes Theory, with its impressive 9.2 million subscribers, and Qantas, to fulfil 102-year-old San Franciso local, Dorothy Smith’s lifelong dream of visiting Sydney, Australia, completing her remarkable journey to every continent in the world.
Yes Theory producers Ammar Kandil and Staffan Taylor first met Dorothy in October 2024 when they moved into The Redwoods Retirement Village for 48 hours. Moved by Dorothy’s heartfelt regret of not yet reaching her final frontier, Australia, Ammar and Staffan felt compelled to help her complete this remarkable journey.
Reflecting on her motivation to travel and time in Sydney, Dorothy shared, "Travel is important to me because it’s a big world, and each country is different and has something different to offer; I want to see them all and I don’t want to miss anything!
“I loved visiting Sydney; it’s a beautiful city. The people are charming, the food is good, the scenery is just wonderful, and even the weather is nice! We saw the little koala bears, of course the Sydney Opera House, we went to the Botanic Gardens, and the Museum of Contemporary Art, good restaurants, and the lovely Bondi Beach where we got our feet a little wet and the water was really cold! And the people – they are all so nice, and so friendly!”
Sydney Harbour aerial at dawn Credit: Ethan Rohloff; Destination NSW
Sydney Harbour aerial at dawn featuring Royal Botanic Gardens and Mrs Macquarie's Chair, Sydney CBD and Opera House
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Sydney Harbour aerial at dawn Credit: Ethan Rohloff; Destination NSW
Sydney Harbour aerial at dawn featuring Royal Botanic Gardens and Mrs Macquarie's Chair, Sydney CBD and Opera House
Dorothy Smith & Yes Theory, Sydney Credit: Bluesfest
102-year-old visits Sydney and officially completes her seven-continent lifelong dream
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Dorothy Smith & Yes Theory, Sydney Credit: Bluesfest
102-year-old visits Sydney and officially completes her seven-continent lifelong dream
A living link to history, Dorothy is more than twice the age of the Sydney Opera House. In 1922, the year she was born, the NSW Government passed the Sydney Harbour Bridge Act, laying the foundation for the construction of the iconic bridge. Today, the Sydney Harbour Bridge stands as a powerful symbol of Australia’s resilience and connection to the world—a fitting backdrop for Dorothy’s own journey of exploration and discovery.
With Qantas’s support, Dorothy embarked on her adventure to Sydney in comfort, and received an exclusive invite to the cock-pit to meet the pilot, before she was warmly welcomed at Sydney Airport with personalised displays and a crowd of Yes Theory fans eager to celebrate her arrival. Her stay at the luxurious Shangri-La Sydney became a “home away from home,” offering Dorothy the chance to wake up to the breathtaking view of the Sydney Opera House—a landmark she had always dreamed of seeing firsthand.
Ammar Kandil, co-founder of Yes Theory, was driven to support her adventure saying, “Dorothy’s story is a powerful reminder that life is meant to be lived to the fullest, and we’re incredibly happy to help her achieve this lifelong dream to visit Sydney and tick of Australia as her seventh and final continent.
“Our mantra is ‘seek discomfort’ and embrace adventure, and Dorothy’s journey truly embodies the spirit of our channel. Her incredible story is set to inspire millions around the world to pursue their own adventures, no matter the obstacles.”
The Rocks, Sydney Credit: Destination NSW
Family exploring The Rocks in Sydney
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The Rocks, Sydney Credit: Destination NSW
Family exploring The Rocks in Sydney
Sydney Luxury Cruise, Sydney Credit: Destination NSW
Sydney Luxury Cruises operates on Sydney Harbour exploring the harbour beaches, waterfront mansions and icons.
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Sydney Luxury Cruise, Sydney Credit: Destination NSW
Sydney Luxury Cruises operates on Sydney Harbour exploring the harbour beaches, waterfront mansions and icons.
Dorothy’s time in Sydney has been nothing short of iconic, filled with experiences that capture the heart of NSW. Her itinerary included:
- An afternoon cruising on Sydney Harbour, marvelling at the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House
- An up-close encounter with Australian wildlife at WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo in Darling Harbour, where Dorothy met koalas, and even a kangaroo named Dorothy.
- A tour of the Sydney Opera House adding yet another milestone to her journey.
- A visit to the iconic Bondi Beach, where Dorothy enjoyed splashing her feet in the waves and seeing one of the world’s most famous beaches.
And Dorothy’s secret to a long, healthy life? “You have to exercise, you have to eat lots of fruit and vegetables and stay hydrated. And also, FUN! You have to have fun so you’ll stay healthy, and you can also enjoy 102 years! And if there’s anything else you want to try, go ahead and try it!”
To follow Dorothy’s journey and see Sydney through her remarkable perspective, check out Yes Theory’s latest video at youtube.com/@YesTheory.
For inspiration for your own Sydney adventure, visit sydney.com
Australian Wildlife Tour Credit: WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo
Australian Wildlife Tour at WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo
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Australian Wildlife Tour Credit: WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo
Australian Wildlife Tour at WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo
Bondi Beach, Sydney Credit: Destination NSW
The scenic Bondi coastline in Sydney's Eastern Suburbs.
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Bondi Beach, Sydney Credit: Destination NSW
The scenic Bondi coastline in Sydney's Eastern Suburbs.