There’s something quietly extraordinary about a festival that not only survives but thrives - growing year after year without losing its soul. In a landscape where even major events have fallen by the wayside, The Gum Ball has done the opposite. It has deepened, expanded, and embedded itself into the cultural fabric of regional New South Wales, located in the bush, on the property of Dashville in Lower Belford.

This winter, treat yourself to a luxurious, cozy getaway to the nation’s capital at Jamala Wildlife Lodge right in the heart of Canberra. This exclusive, world-class accommodation boasts 18 African-inspired suites, a 4-course gourmet dining experience and opportunities to make lifelong memories for the whole family.

There's something quietly magical about the Hunter Valley in autumn. The vines flush gold and amber, the air crisps up just enough to justify a second glass of Shiraz, and the crowds begin to thin — leaving you with that rare, unhurried feeling that the whole place was made just for you.

While Pokolbin and Lovedale attract much of the Hunter Valley spotlight, the historic town of Singleton — just 45 minutes further up the valley — rewards those willing to venture beyond the well-worn wine trail.

The Hunter Valley is home to more than 150 wineries, making it one of Australia's most celebrated wine regions and also one of the trickiest to navigate independently.

In a region defined by choice, few Hunter Valley estates offer the sheer breadth of experience that Bimbadgen does. Wine of pedigree, multiple dining styles, an on-site distillery, premium accommodation, concerts, weddings and vineyard experiences - all anchored by two of the region’s oldest vineyards and one of its most recognisable hilltop sites, framed by century-old fig trees and sweeping views to the Brokenback Range.