Best time to visit Australia

Australia Day on January 26th is marked by community events, citizenship ceremonies, and outdoor barbecues as Australians celebrate their national identity and achievements. The day features fireworks, concerts, and the prestigious Australian of the Year awards, though it is also a day of reflection for many Indigenous Australians.

The Melbourne Food and Wine Festival is one of the world's great culinary events, celebrating Victoria's extraordinary food and wine culture with hundreds of events across ten days in March. From intimate winemaker dinners to the spectacular World's Longest Lunch, the festival attracts leading chefs and food lovers from around the globe.

Sydney's New Year's Eve fireworks over the Harbour Bridge and Opera House is one of the world's most iconic celebrations, watched by over a billion people globally on television. The harbour transforms into a spectacular stage with two fireworks displays - a family show at 9pm and the legendary midnight extravaganza.