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discovery 20 BROOME Discover the pearling history and captivating scenery of this tropical town in Kimberley

30 KANGAROO VALLEY Explore this green wildlife-rich landscape that is New South Wales’ hidden secret

40 AUSTRALIA IN 10 DAYS From surfing in the Gold Coast to kangaroospotting in South Australia...

44 TOP 10 VANTAGE POINTS Find out why you should venture to the highest floors of the thrill-filled Antipodes cuisine & culture 52 TACKLING MOUNT DOOM Embark on New Zealand’s best one-day hike – Tongariro Alpine Crossing

60 PICTURE PERFECT Australia’s top landscape photographer shares his tips for taking great pictures

63 FOOD NEWS Gastronomic delights and top wines to taste from Down Under

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moving down under 67 MIGRATION UPDATE All of the latest Antipodean migration news and visa updates

73 ASK THE EXPERTS Our migration experts answer some of your tough emigration questions

77 REAL LIFE, SYDNEY A journalist living the dream in the beautiful northern beach suburb of Manly

82 REAL LIFE, MELBOURNE The family enjoying the education and lifestyle opportunities in Victoria’s capital

87 EXPAT DIARY Expat diary columnist Rob Kiernan on the quirks of life Down Under

89 INVESTOR POLICIES Investment opportunities for potential migrants to New Zealand

92 PARENT VISAS Visas for parents wishing to join children and grandchildren in New Zealand

97 WORKING DOWN UNDER Provisional visa opportunities for skilled migrants that could lead to residency

100 RELOCATION CHECKLIST Your step-by-step chart to making a fresh new start in Australia and New Zealand www.getmedownunder.com

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