15 of the Best Christmas Markets to Visit on Australia’s East Coast

November 24, 2025 , Emma Land #ThereStartsHere Brisbane & Surrounds Gold Coast & Hinterland Newcastle & Hunter Region Queensland Sunshine Coast & Hinterland Sydney & Surrounds

Image: Martin Place, Sydney @Tourism Australia 1. Martin Place Christmas Markets – Sydney, NSW Right in the beating heart of Sydney, Martin Place turns into a glittering Christmas hub each December. With the city tree towering overhead, the smell of gingerbread drifting through the air, and local makers selling everything from candles to jewellery, it’s the […]

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5 Fun Day Trips Around Newcastle

January 20, 2023 , East Coast Car Rentals New South Wales Newcastle & Hunter Region Road Trips

Fingal Bay Average Drive Time: 1hr An hour north of Newcastle is Fingal Bay – or as we like to refer to it as the Jervis Bay of north of Sydney. Surrounded by the Tomaree National Park, Fingal Bay is a slice of paradise beautiful all year round. The long sweeping white sandy beach, and […]

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Best Way to Spend a Weekend in Newcastle

January 20, 2023 , East Coast Car Rentals #ThereStartsHere New South Wales Newcastle & Hunter Region

Slowly becoming a popular holiday destination for weekenders and holiday goers from across the country. Located a 2-and-a-half-hour drive North of Sydney the laid-back beachy vibe town of Newcastle has everything you need to make for a great weekend! To make sure you spend your weekend enjoying the beaches, café hopping, taking in the rugged […]

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