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Ultimate Fishing: Australia
$45.00
Ultimate Fishing: AustraliaUltimate Fishing: Australia is a collection of 40 of the best spots to cast a line. Lifelong fisher and marine scientist Indy Thompson has scoured the coastlines, bringing together a collection of noteworthy experiences for amateur and experienced anglers.Fishing is often as much about enjoying the outdoors and location as it is about reeling in the big catch, and this book ties great locations with great catch opportunities. From Jervis Bay in New South Wales, Eaglehawk Neck in Tasmania and Exmouth in Western Australia to the fishing mecca of Arnhem Land in the Northern Territory, there are diverse fishing opportunities around the country for readers to discover. Indy also provides helpful information on when to visit, what to bring, and, importantly, what catch you will find.For those looking to bring along the family, there's also information on whether a spot is kid friendly and dog friendly. You'll also find tips on great nearby attractions and places to grab a bite, for a great weekend away or week-long holiday.
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Ultimate Japan
$55.00
Ultimate Japan: A bucket list of unforgettable adventures that will inspire the ultimate trip to Japan Dream up the ultimate trip to Japan Japan. It's on your bucket list, right? And deservedly so. Where else can you ride some of the world's fastest bullet trains, soak in the hot springs of an active volcano or eat ramen and sushi served by robots? Japan is a country like no other, but with so much to see and do, where do you start? With Ultimate Japan, of course. Bringing together everything that makes Japan so exciting, this book gives you all the inspiration you need to make your trip the best ever. Inside you'll find:- 100 must-do experiences, from seeing Tokyo Tower to drinking Japanese sake to celebrating cherry blossom, plus top tips on how to make each experience happen- Chapters organized by interest, so whether you're into food or the future, pop culture or pops of spring color, there's something for you- Inspirational itineraries showing you how to make the most of your time, no matter what you're into- Striking full-page photography that celebrates Japan's top landmarks and experiences- Information on the basics, including planning your trip, getting around, and customs and etiquette This Japan travel book is your ticket to the must-sees and must-dos in the country - all that's left is to book that trip.
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Ultimate Motorcycle Tours
$45.00
Ultimate Motorcycle Tours, part of Hardie Grant’s popular Ultimate book series, showcases 20 of the best motorcycle rides worldwide. The book features rides in Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, India, and Vietnam. Designed for casual motorcycle riders, this guide includes routes on well-maintained public roads that can be enjoyed by riders with average skill levels. The book highlights iconic rides such as Canada’s Icefields Parkway, the Pacific Coast road between Los Angeles and San Francisco, Northern Ireland’s Causeway Coastal Route, Scotland’s North Coast 500, Germany’s Black Forest, Italy’s Amalfi Coast, parts of the Route Napoleon, and Australia’s Great Ocean Road. The book also includes interviews with passionate motorcyclists from around the world who share their expertise and experiences. In addition to route details, the book provides riding tips and recommendations for motorcycles to enhance the adventure experience.
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Ultimate Road Trips
$45.00
Australians have always loved a good road trip, whether it’s a leisurely Sunday drive through wineries or to a beach near a major city, a quick weekend getaway into the mountains or roughing it on a remote outback track. And hitting the road is a great way to spend our holiday time with family and friends. In Ultimate Road Trips: Australia, author Lee Atkinson highlights 40 of the best driving holidays around the country. Each chapter includes information on things to see and do, detailed route maps and a handy list of distances to help you plan your trip, as well as lots of useful advice on family-friendly attractions, where to eat and the best hotels, guesthouses, caravan parks and camping spots. You’ll also find details on the best time of year to visit, driving tips and a guide to surviving a road trip with a back seat full of kids. Keep this book in the car for when you’re out on the road, or curl up with it at home and dream about your next journey.
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Ultimate Walks & Hikes
$45.00
Ultimate Walks & Hikes: Australia is your inspirational and practical guide to 40 of the best walking tracks across Australia. Author Laura Waters has hiked thousands of kilometres to put together her ultimate list of walking tracks in all states and territories. Whether you’re looking for a bite of the Bondi to Manly Walk in Sydney, an easy amble in Tasmania’s Tarkine forest, or an epic hike such as the Grampians Peaks Trail or Bibbulmun Track, this guidebook is packed with inspiration to help you get out there and explore the great outdoors. Each walk outlines what you’ll see, interesting insights about the destination, logistics on how walk it, and options to tackle your adventure in sections or take a shortcut, all complemented by colourful photos and detailed maps. There are also tips on gear, safety and everything else you need to know about your next walking adventure.
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Un-cook Yourself
$35.00
SHORTLISTED FOR ABIA GENERAL NON-FICTION BOOK OF THE YEAR 2021Learn how to be a better d*ckhead with Nat's deep and meaningful guide to life. Onya, champion!Nat's What I Reckon was the tattooed lockdown saviour we didn't know we needed, rescuing us from packet food, jar sauce and total boredom with his hilarious viral recipe videos that got us cooking at home like champions again.Now that we've cooked our way out of lockdown and are wondering what the hell to do next, our favourite ratbag is back - and he's ready to teach us more about life in this thoroughly unhelpful (but maybe actually kinda helpful?) self-help guide.Nat's already shown us that jar sauce can get f*cked. But what else is sh*t - and what's actually not sh*t? Is it all as bad as we feel like it is most of the time?No part of our weird world and strange behaviour is spared as our long-haired guru tells us what he reckons about it all - and amps up the flavour with some eye-watering stories from his early years before a sweary video about pasta sauce shot him to global fame. With Nat's nine no-nonsense rules, you'll be on the road to being a better d*ckhead faster than you can say 'get in the bin' to jar sauce. And if you screw it up- it doesn't bloody Parramatta!Features a small selection of Nat's favourite recipes illustrated by Sydney artists Bunkwaa, Glenno and Onnie O'Leary.'The tastiest self-help book of this generation . . . Regardless of what you take away from Un-Cook Yourself, you'll definitely be laughing.' Urban List
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Unbury The Dead
$34.99
A fresh, unique and tense Aussie story of two best female friends who aren't afraid to get their hands dirty for pay day.
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Under The Same Moon
$34.99
Under The Same Moon “A moving and intimate portrait of two brothers at war.” Michael McKernan Under the same Moon intricately weaves together the lives of a family, their sons, and the men of the battalion they join, all set against the backdrop of a bygone Australia during World War II. This compelling historical narrative breathes life into the people and places of the era, immersing readers in a vivid sense of immediacy and intimacy. Drawing extensively from unpublished and previously unseen written accounts, oral histories, letters, and archival materials, Under the same Moon offers a deeply personal exploration of the lesser-known Australian campaign in the Middle East. It captures the dramatic separation of a group of men from their Australia-bound convoy and their arrival in Java, teetering on the brink of collapse. The narrative also illuminates the fears and anxieties of families left in the dark. This unforgettable story of love, camaraderie, bravery, and courage is laced with humour, suffering, and beauty. Through its rich narrative, Under the same Moon invites readers to experience the profound human connections forged in times of turmoil. Praise for the Book“A vivid portrait of the most desperate chapter in our nation's history.” Michael Veitch“Touching and horrifying, galvanizing and tragic.” Don Watson“A compelling, highly engaging and thrilling history.” Professor Joy Damousi“A story of war and peace - of love and separation, combat and capture, anxiety and hope.” Professor Alistair Thomson
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Understanding Modern Spirituality
$29.99
Understanding Modern Spirituality Inna Segal is the award-winning, bestselling author of The Secret Language of Your Body: The Essential Guide to Health and Wellness, The Secret of Life Wellness: The Essential Guide to Life's Big Questions, Understanding Modern Spirituality, Heal Yourself Oracle, Mystical Healing Oracle, Healing Heart Oracle and The Secret Language of Your Soul oracle cards. Inna has also created a variety of helpful healing audios and in-depth online programs. Her books, cards and events (both live and online) are based on deep ancient wisdom combined with a modern understanding of what we need right now to be our best selves, and the processes which allow us to grow and expand in a safe, profound and lasting manner. Website: innasegal.com
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Undiscovered Western Australia
$45.00
<p>Undiscovered Western Australia uncovers towns and attractions that are full of heart and wonder.</p><p> This guide delves deep into Western Australia's hidden treasures, from desert explorations to unique accommodation and Indigenous-led tours. Western Australia has a vibrant food scene, featuring some of the country's best wine regions, culinary experiences and seafood sensations. There are also countless galleries and museums that shine a light on our First Nations artists and their heritage, making Western Australia a hub for rich cultural experiences. The natural beauty of the western state is also unforgettable with its secret beaches, diverse wildlife, stunning islands and thrilling driving treks. </p><p> Whether you're looking to take a dip in the Lake Argyle Infinity Pools or snag a selfie with a quokka, Western Australia has something for everyone. With a combination of arresting photography and comprehensive entries, this guide will have you booking your next holiday to this must-see Australian state. </p>
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Unfinished Business
$17.50
$34.99
A Breathtaking Thriller from the Miles Franklin Award–Winning Author of Chai Time at Cinnamon GardensSri Lanka, 2009. Decades of civil war and bloodshed are finally coming to an end—by any means necessary.In Colombo, the capital city, tenacious journalist Ameena Fernando is executed on a busy street near her home, with no witnesses to the crime. Her murder sends shockwaves through the nation.Under mounting pressure to solve the case, CIA agent Ellie Harper is sent to investigate. Her orders are clear: uncover something, but not too much. It’s Ellie’s first time back on the island since her last mission ended in tragedy four years earlier, and she has more than one ghost haunting her.As international powers vie for influence in post-war Sri Lanka, Ellie begins unraveling a web of secrets and lies, following a dangerous trail to uncover a truth worth killing for.Praise for Unfinished Business“An explosive thriller that pulses with the weight of history. Forget James Bond, Ellie Harper is the real deal.”—Dinuka McKenzie, author of The Torrent and Tipping Point“Tense, gritty, and deeply urgent, Unfinished Business is an action-packed thriller with international intrigue and real-world heft.”—Ashley Kalagian Blunt, author of Dark Mode“Passionate and courageous—a thrilling tale of espionage and intrigue, and a high-stakes rollercoaster by one of Australia's most exciting writers.”—Caroline Overington, author of The Lucky One and The One Who Got Away“Unfinished Business expertly evokes the hyper-surveilled metropolis of Colombo as Harper moves through morally impenetrable circles of diplomats, warlords, bureaucrats, and spies.”—Books + Publishing
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Unfinished Woman
$22.99
SHORTLISTED FOR THE ABIA 2024SELECTED AS A BOOK OF THE YEAR BY THE GUARDIAN AUSTRALIA'The zigzagging life of an adventurer' THE TIMES'An astonishing, wonderful memoir of an extraordinary life' HENRY MARSH, author of Do No Harm'Exciting and complex, full of insight and humour' SPECTATOR'Enthralling, miraculous, clear as the brilliant constellations of the night sky' SYDNEY MORNING HERALDAn unforgettable memoir from the author of the sensational international bestseller Tracks- the story of a mother and daughter, of love, loss and the pursuit of freedom________________________________________In 1977, twenty-seven-year-old Robyn Davidson set off with a dog and four camels to cross 1,700 miles of Australian desert to the sea. A life of almost constant travelling followed. From the deserts of Australia, to Sydney's underworld; from Sixties street life, to the London literary scene; from migrating with nomads in Tibet, to 'marrying' an Indian prince, Davidson's quest was motivated by an unquenchable curiosity about other ways of seeing and understanding the world. Davidson threw bombs over her shoulder and seeds into her future on the assumption that something would be growing when she got there. The only terrain she had no interest in exploring was the past. In Unfinished Woman Davidson turns at last to explore that long avoided country. Through this brave and revealing memoir, she delves into her childhood and youth to uncover the forces that set her on her path, and confront the cataclysm of her early loss. Unfinished Woman is an unforgettable investigation of time and memory, and a powerful interrogation of how we can live with and find beauty in the uncertainty and strangeness of being.'In her twenties, Davidson trekked 1,700 miles through the Australian wilderness. This led to the bestselling book Tracks and global fame. Half a century later she has written about what motivated her including the tragic early death of her mother' Simon Hattenstone, GUARDIAN
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Unhallowed Halls
$24.99
DARK ACADEMIA...WITH DEMONS. After a deadly incident at her old school, Page enrols in Agathion College, an exclusive boarding school, only to find that it's built over centuries of secrets - including an ancient society potentially linked to demonic magic. Perfect for fans of Lynette Noni and Leigh Bardugo, from the acclaimed author of A Hunger of Thorns.
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Unicorn Babies
$19.99
The Unicorn Babies were the very best of friends. They lived beside the river where the magic rainbow ends. There was Pinky. There was Inky. There was one called Little Bea .And they all played in the meadow by the sleepy willow tree. When one little unicorn gets separated from her friends, she needs to face her fears in order to find her way back home. Can she be brave and strike out on her own? A vibrant and reassuring unicorn-filled picture book encouraging children to overcome their fears and celebrate the power of friendship.
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Unicornia: The Dance Show
$12.99
It’s time for the Unicornia talent show and Claudia and her friends are going to enter with a magical dance routine. The stage is set with sparkling rainbows, singing flowers and candyfloss clouds. Can the friends perfect their dance moves in time for the big day? Find out in this twinkled-toed adventure where even the unicorns can dance!
