6 HONEYMOON DESTINATIONS ON A BUDGET AND CLOSER TO HOME

Australia is an ideal destination for couples looking to have a romantic honeymoon on a budget. With its stunning beaches, picturesque landscapes, and vibrant cities, there are plenty of places to explore and enjoy. From the lush rainforests of Queensland to the rugged coastlines of the Northern Territory, Australia offers couples the opportunity to experience a wide variety of activities and attractions. When planning a romantic honeymoon on a budget, one of the most important factors to consider is cost. Fortunately, Australia is home to a variety of affordable destinations, each offering something unique. Here are six of the best romantic honeymoon destinations in Australia that won’t break the bank.

1. Melbourne. Melbourne is a vibrant, cosmopolitan city full of culture and excitement. From the bustling laneways of its CBD to the scenic beauty of its beaches, there is plenty for couples to explore.

Plus, many attractions in the city are free or very affordable. For example, a tour of the Royal Botanic Gardens is free, and walking the streets of St Kilda is a great way to explore the area without spending a fortune.

2. The Great Barrier Reef. The Great Barrier Reef is one of the most incredible natural wonders of the world and a must-see destination for any romantic honeymoon. While it can be expensive to take a tour of the reef or go diving, there are plenty of affordable options for couples looking to explore. For example, taking a glass-bottom boat tour is an inexpensive way to experience the beauty of the reef.

3. The Gold Coast. The Gold Coast is a popular destination for couples looking for a romantic honeymoon on a budget. With its stunning beaches, vibrant nightlife, and plenty of attractions, this region is packed with activities for couples to enjoy.

Plus, there are plenty of affordable accommodation options, from camping and caravan parks to budget hotels.

4. Fraser Island. Fraser Island is a stunning natural paradise located off the coast of Queensland. With its white sand beaches, crystal-clear lakes, and lush rainforests, this is the perfect destination for couples looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. Plus, there are plenty of affordable accommodation options, from camping and caravan parks to budget hotels.

5. The Whitsundays. The Whitsundays is an archipelago of 74 islands located off the coast of Queensland. With its stunning white-sand beaches, crystal-clear waters, and plenty of activities, couples can spend their honeymoon exploring the beauty of this region. Plus, there are plenty of affordable accommodation options, from camping and caravan parks to budget hotels.

6. Kangaroo Island. Kangaroo Island is located off the coast of South Australia and is home to some of the country’s most stunning natural beauty. With its rugged coastlines, pristine beaches, and abundance of wildlife, this is the perfect destination for couples looking for a romantic honeymoon. Plus, there are plenty of affordable accommodation options, from camping and caravan parks to budget hotels.

No matter what kind of romantic honeymoon you’re looking for, Australia has something for everyone. With its stunning landscapes, vibrant cities, and plenty of affordable accommodations, couples can experience the best of Australia without breaking the bank. So, if you’re looking for a romantic honeymoon on a budget, these six destinations are sure to provide the perfect getaway.

Things are looking up for cane growers across northern NSW, with favourable pricing for both sugarcane and soybean. Although cane growers across the NSW Northern Rivers still have a long road to travel before they are back to full sugarcane production, the positive market conditions are providing a real sense of optimism and confdence.

Sunshine Sugar CEO, Chris Connors says: “The sugar market has risen signifcantly recently, and we have decided to take a more aggressive approach with our hedging program, targeting pricing 70% of our projected production. The outcome of this is expected to deliver a cane price to growers of as much as $54 per tonne.” This is the highest price on record ever to be offered for sugarcane anywhere in Australia.

NSW Cane Growers Chairman, Ross Farlow explained just what this means to local cane growers.

“A record price of over $50 per tonne will be very well received and have an uplifting impact on the spirit of our farming community. Whilst most growers have greatly reduced crops to harvest this year, they will no doubt be looking to plant as much as they can later in the season, with a view to benefting from this record pricing level continuing into 2024 and beyond.”

The forecast cane crop for this season is signifcantly down due to the catastrophic fooding in 2022. As a result, a large planting of soybean took place late in 2022 as a fallow crop for fooddamaged paddocks.

With soybean harvesting currently in full swing, many NSW cane growers are benefting from high prices offered for the popular legume. A number of growers have reported offers between the $800-$850 per tonne mark.

In addition to a muchneeded cash injection, these soybean crops put nitrogen stocks into the soil, providing a nutrient-rich environment for the new plantings of sugarcane that will kick off later this year.

Sugarcane planting season gets underway from late August, depending on climatic conditions.

Chairman of the NSW Sugar Milling Co-operative and cane grower, John Harbison added; “We appreciate that growers across the NSW Northern Rivers will be working to recover and rebuild their farming operations for some time, so we are genuinely pleased that we can deliver record sugar prices on their behalf and will continue to support them every step of the way to full production.”

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