Mount Augustus National Park is about to get a whole lot bigger with the WA Government pledging additional land to be managed by the Traditional Owners.   The Western Australian Government is set to add 816,000 hectares of land to the state’s conservation estate, expanding some of its northern national parks. This is around four times the size of the ACT. The huge addition will be the largest single contribution of land under the Cook Labor Government’s ‘Plan For Our Parks’ initiative. It means 3.5 million hectares of new reserves will have been created across the state since 2019, clo ..read more

Waiting in line at baggage claim is the worst. Ditching checked luggage for carry-on-only travel was the best adventure move Jess made. The first time I travelled carry-on only, my nerves almost convinced me to bring the suitcase anyway – just in case. What if I’d forgotten something essential? What if my bag was too heavy? Could I afford the fine? But the moment I stepped off that first plane and breezed past baggage claim with a rapidly growing aura of superiority, I was hooked. The convenience, speed, and extra value you get by travelling light is well worth the compromise of taking less ..read more

You might think it looks like any other trail running event. But after sitting on the ultra committee for the last six months and volunteering more broadly across the organising charity, Explorer Emily can tell you, it’s not. Founding discussions include how the event can practice social and environmental responsibility, inclusivity, and safe spaces, involved conversations with our broader community, and how to get beyond heteronormativity and predominately white spaces. Pilliga Ultra is organised by For Wild Places, a charity committed to encouraging and supporting running communities to p ..read more

It’s almost here! Paris Olympics 2024 has some epic adventure sports in the line-up – here’s how you can watch them all!   It’s that time again, four years have passed (well, three this time) and our Aussie athletes are ready to put it all on the line at the Paris Olympic Games. From paddling to pedalling, and harnessing wind and wave power, plenty of athletes will be out in the elements giving their all. And we plan to be (rightfully) tucked up on the couch with Olympic-worthy snacks to watch it all unfold. Here’s the schedule for the inevitable couch-marathon – starting this Friday 2 ..read more

While e-bikes are still far from a casual investment, the price point is coming down and more premium models, with better specs for tougher trails, are coming within reach.   E-bikes were once a novelty on the trails, but they’re quickly becoming the norm as more people realise how much more riding they can squeeze in with a push on the uphills. For more experienced riders though, the combo of the premium parts needed to cope with hard riding, and the electric battery and motor, put the price well out of reach. With the launch of the Focus JAM² 6.7 it seems that things are changing for ..read more

What would you do with $50,000 worth of travel and gift vouchers? Kathmandu is giving you the chance to find out.   There are few people who’d turn their nose up at tens of thousands of dollars to spend on an adventure holiday, which is just part of the prize Kathmandu is offering those who enter the Epiq Adventure competition. Anyone who purchases a puffer jacket or vest from the Kathmandu Epiq Collection is eligible to enter the Epiq Adventure comp and go in the draw to win a $40,000 Intrepid Travel Voucher and a $10,000 Visa gift card. And if you miss out on the big prize, no matter ..read more

While many living in Australia’s southern states dream of a winter escape to Queensland, Hervey Bay might not be the place on your list. However, Explorer Kellie recently uncovered the charm of this coastal gem, revealing why it’s the perfect place to dodge the winter blues. Living in Melbourne, the dream of escaping our harsh winters with a trip to warmer weather is a constant lure, but I’ll admit that Hervey Bay on the Fraser Coast wasn’t on my radar until now. Over a long weekend, this coastline, rich with a welcoming community and natural beauty, revealed itself as a hidden gem worth ex ..read more

For almost 20 years, Explorer Julia has been travelling to Thailand, and with each visit, peeling back another layer to get to the heart of what makes this country so fascinating. There are many times I wish I were a cat with nine lives – having the ability to lead several existences, residing in places that have captivated my curiosity, widened my eyes, and satisfied my appetite. I know one of those lives would be spent in Thailand. Love at First Smile I’ve long been fascinated with the ‘Land of Smiles’, since my first visit in 2006 as part of my coming-of-age backpacking adventure touring ..read more

The days of riding elephants in Thailand is over (sorry, not sorry) and the days of digging deeper into this South East Asian jewel are here. Explorer Julia has visited Thailand almost a dozen times, uncovering lesser-known adventures worth adding to your itinerary. Call me a Thailand veteran. I’ve travelled to the ‘Land of Smiles’ – an apt moniker for the many beaming faces spotted around the country – in the double digits. I’ve happily been lost in its pulsating capital, Bangkok, following my nose, tasting fragrant cuisines at countless street food vendors. I’ve beach-hopped around Thaila ..read more

Explorer Jonathan rode along the Walk the Yorke trail, and reckons it’s pretty much the perfect route for bikepacking newbies. Exploring the Yorke Peninsula never looked so good. We Are Explorers acknowledges that this adventure is located on the traditional Country of the Nharangga people who have occupied and cared for the lands, waters, and their inhabitants for thousands of years. We pay our respects to them as the Traditional Custodians and recognise that sovereignty was never ceded.   Walk the Yorke isn’t just for hikers – with excellent signage, gentle terrain, and frequent oppo ..read more