There are three time zones in Australia spread over the width of Australia from Sydney to Perth and totalling 2hrs in difference, except for daylight saving time:
Eastern Standard Time (EST) - includes New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, Tasmania and the Australian Capital Territory
Central Standard Time (CST) - includes South Australia and the Northern Territory
Western Standard Time (WST) - Western Australia.
CST is one half hour behind EST, while WST is two hours behind EST
Daylight saving is not observed in Queensland, the Northern Territory or Western Australia. Daylight Saving Time begins at 2am on the first Sunday in October, when clocks are put forward one hour. It ends at 2am (which is 3am Daylight Saving Time) on the first Sunday in April, when clocks are put back one hour.

Explore Australia's vibrant tennis culture, from local clubs to the Australian Open. Discover the community, competition, and spirit of tennis across the nation.

When trekking through the Victorian High Country make sure to hit the tracks and trails of national parks and reserves across the High Country.

There are plenty of free camping opportunities around Australia, including campsites specially designed for free campers. Think of the freedom & the money you will save!

In South Australia & want to find out the best surfing spots? We have them for you.

If you're looking for a new and exciting sport to watch, look no further than Australian Rules Football!

The 2024 Paris Olympics will be remembered as a milestone in Australia's sporting history, inspiring future generations ahead of the 2032 Brisbane Olympics.

Stadium Australia, also known as ANZ Stadium and formerly known as Telstra Stadium, is a multi-purpose stadium located in the Sydney Olympic Park.

Pies have been popular in Australia since 1788, becoming a beloved part of Australian culture and providing an Aussie take on takeaways.

Australia is one of the most successful cricket teams in the world, dominating both Test and One Day International (ODI) formats for decades.

The city of Orange sits at the foot of an extinct volcano, and is located in the Central West region of New South Wales, four hour’s drive west of Sydney.
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