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Yarra Valley wineries (no car required): A guide to Healesville cellar doors
Want to go wine tasting in the Yarra Valley, but don’t have access to a car or driver? The delightful town of Healesville is the perfect place to visit, with several cellar doors walking distance from each other. Discover how to visit Yarra Valley wineries without a car or an organised tour in this guide to Healesville cellar doors accessible on foot.
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Doing the WSET Level 1 Award in Wine in Melbourne
So you love wine, or perhaps are starting out with work in the field, and want to develop your knowledge. Great news: with a short course and a quick exam, you can get certified as an official wine nerd! (Disclaimer: the word nerd will not in fact be on your certificate.) The WSET Wine Awards are a series of globally-recognised qualifications catering for everyone from amateurs to experts. Both Level 1 and Level 2 are open to beginners - which leads to the question of where you should start. In this post, you’ll find out the differences between WSET Level 1 and 2 and what you should consider when choosing…
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Alpine Valleys wine region guide
Visit Victoria’s Alpine Valleys wine region for cool-climate wines with Italian influence. You’ll also find stunning scenery in any season, and a fantastic food scene.
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15+ fantastic wine festivals in Melbourne and around Victoria in 2025
Fill your diary with these wonderful wine festivals in Melbourne and Victoria in 2025! While we love a chilled day of cellar door hopping, wine festivals are a great way to try more wines in less time. Typically featuring dozens of producers and potentially hundreds of wines, often with a regional or varietal focus, all in one location, it’s a recipe for a great day out.
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Wine tasting on Phillip Island
Phillip Island is best known for its penguin parade and Grand Prix racing circuit… but did you know this beachy getaway also has wineries? That’s right - there are two wineries on Phillip Island. Plus, there's a third one you could visit while you’re there if you’re really dedicated…
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How to get to Perth’s Swan Valley (and how to get around once you’re there)
The Swan Valley wine region is located within the Perth metropolitan area, making it a great day trip destination with minimal travel time. But what’s the best way to get there? It’s easy to drive - but if your whole group is keen to indulge in tasting the wines and other tempting beverages available, there are plenty of other transport options. Here’s a complete guide on how to get to Perth’s beautiful Swan Valley (and how to get around to all the sights once you’re there).
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Swan Valley wine region guide
The Swan Valley is a paradise for your tastebuds: a wine region full of gourmet delights. And being located within a major city, it's incredibly easy to access! Discover how to plan a trip to the Swan Valley and some of the best wineries to hit up while you're there.
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Spanish wine and tapas bars in Perth
Crispy croquetas, tasty tortilla, moreish manchego… Spanish food is worth travelling to the other side of the world for. But when in Perth, the mouthwatering Mediterranean flavours are surprisingly easy to find! Perth has been blessed with several excellent Spanish tapas and wine bars and I’ve made it my mission to try them all and report back to you. ¡Salud!
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The best wine bars in Fremantle
These days, Fremantle has something cool hidden around every corner. Behind historic façades you’ll find food and drinks to drool over. While the port city’s big breweries are drawcards, there’s also a solid wine scene. Here are five wine bars to try in Freo.
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Macedon Ranges wine region guide
The Macedon Ranges wine region is one of Australia’s coolest areas for vino - literally, and figuratively. Known for its arts and foodie scenes as well as beautiful natural surroundings, it’s a tranquil escape from the bustle of Melbourne - but only an hour away. Discover how to get to this region, how long to stay, and what to do while you're there (including winery recommendations, of course)!
A wine lover's guide to Australia
