The Australian Institute of Sport (AIS), Canberra, Australian Capital Territory © AIS and CAoA

Things that make you think

Discover immersive experiences for groups that deep dive into Australia’s sports and culture and cuisine.

A group listens to an athlete at Australian Institute of Sport (AIS), Canberra, Australian Capital Territory © AIS and CAoA

An Australian athlete takes a group on a guided tour of the complex and the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS), Canberra, Australian Capital Territory © AIS and CAoA

An athlete for AIS speaks to a group about the swimming program, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory © AIS and CAoA

The Australian Institute of Sport (AIS), Canberra, Australian Capital Territory © AIS and CAoA

The Australian Institute of Sport (AIS)

Canberra

Sport is central to Australia’s identity — we watch it, play it, celebrate our mateship and elite athletes. At the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) in Canberra, groups of 10 can tour the cutting-edge facilities with an Australian athlete, gain insights into elite training and get access to Sportex, an interactive space where guests can test their skills across a range of dynamic displays — shooting hoops, kicking a footy, trying snowboarding and more — while discovering defining moments in Australia’s sporting history. Through Cultural Attractions of Australia the Australian Institute of Sport can tailor the experience, including customised formats for larger groups, delivering an unforgettable immersion into the world of elite sport.

The events platform at Ayers Rock Resort waiting for guests to arrive for the Sunrise Journeys experience with coloured desert projects, a starry sky and Uluṟu in the background, Northern Territory © Matt Lambley

Guests rugged up for the cool desert mornings watch the Sunrise Experience, Northern Territory © Matt Lambley

Lights colour the foreground of the desert floor during the Sunrise Journeys experience, Northern Territory © Ayers Rock Resort

Dawn breaks at Uluṟu after the Sunrise Journeys experience, Northern Territory © Ayers Rock Resort

Sunrise Journeys, Ayers Rock Resort, Uluṟu, Northern Territory © Matt Lambley

Sunrise Journeys, Ayers Rock Resort, Uluṟu, Northern Territory © Ayers Rock Resort

Sunrise Journeys

Ayers Rock Resort, Uluru

Rise before dawn and embrace the cool desert air for a spectacular sunrise experience. Sunrise Journeys is an immersive Indigenous light, laser, and sound show celebrating connection to Country. Witness a bespoke modern Indigenous artwork created by three renowned female Anangu artists - Selina Kulitja (Maruku Arts), Denise Brady (Kaltukatjara Art), and Valerie Brumby (Walkatjara Art) as it unfolds across a giant desert canvas, transforming the natural landscape into a state-of-the-art animation. Titled Ngura Nganampa Wiru Mulapa (“Our Country is truly beautiful” in Pitjantjatjara), the piece tells a contemporary story of their shared connection to these lands, central to Anangu culture. Accompanied by a musical score from local Anangu musician Jeremy Whiskey, this storytelling experience leads into nature’s ultimate display — Uluṟu glowing ember-red at dawn. The experience includes a nourishing breakfast that heroes native ingredients and can be booked for groups of up to 120 guests.

The new Sydney Fish Market, Sydney, New South Wales © Sydney Fish Market

The kitchen showing expansive stainless steel benches for cooking classes, Sydney, New South Wales © Sydney Fish Market

The bar inside the Sydney Fish Markets Cooking school, Sydney, New South Wales © Sydney Fish Market

The view across the tables and chairs of the restaurant at the Sydney Fish Market Cooking school, Sydney, New South Wales © Sydney Fish Market

The auditorium for lectures and demonstrations for cooking classes, Sydney, New South Wales © Sydney Fish Market

The Sydney Fish Markets, Sydney, New South Wales © Sydney Fish Market

The Sydney Fish Markets

Sydney / Warrane

The much anticipated, sustainably designed Sydney Fish Market on Blackwattle Bay is open and set to draw six million visitors a year. Its 200,000 sqm (2,152,782 sq. ft) fish scale–inspired timber roof delivers shade, natural light and rainwater harvesting in a standout architectural design. As a working seafood market with 50 years history behind it, the building’s design offers visitors views of seafood auctions and features over 40 outlets, from fresh seafood vendors and cafés to a restaurant by acclaimed chef Luke Nguyen. The new Sydney Seafood School hosts group programs that highlight local species and the market’s history through the Seafood Discovery class, while Land & Sea focuses on native ingredients and easy techniques for home cooking. The school also houses Ngara, an event space for up to 130 guests with harbour views. Available for events and private dining experiences, Ngara offers seafood-focused and non-seafood catering as well as local wines. Add oyster shucking and private chef demonstrations to inspire your guests with a quintessential Sydney experience.