TOURISM AUSTRALIA AQUATIC AND COASTAL VIRTUAL REALITY AND 360 FOOTAGE

New technology and digital content including virtual reality (VR) and 360 mobile have been created as they can be viewed on multiple platforms and provide compelling content for media and distribution partners.

This campaign has been design to be incredibly immersive and capture what it feels like to be in Australia and to experience for yourself being in or near the water. VR and 360 mobile ‘immersive experiences’ will bring our incredible aquatic and coastal experiences to life.

Because Australia isn’t just a place you see, it’s a place you feel.

VICTORIA

Great Ocean Road Get up close to the 12 Apostles along 's iconic Great Ocean Road, and imagine you're flying overhead and exploring in a helicopter.

QUEENSLAND

Vlassoff Cay, Great Barrier Go snorkelling in the Great Barrier Reef in north Queensland Reef through clear water off a secluded island. Swim with unique marine wildlife and explore this famous landmark from underwater.

Whitehaven Beach and Discover white sandy beaches and crystal blue waters of Hamilton Island Whitehaven Beach in the Whitsundays, off the coast of north Queensland. Enjoy the infinity pool at luxury island resort Qualia.

Gold Coast, Surfing Take in the Gold Coast's famous skyline as you meander through the high rise buildings, before dropping into the ocean for a quick surf.

Gold Coast, SkyPoint Feel on top of the world as you take in the breathtaking view of the Gold Coast from SkyPoint Climb – Australia’s highest external building climb.

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NEW SOUTH WALES

Sydney Harbour Watch the sun set over the famous Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House. Experience the city's atmosphere from one of the most beautiful harbours in the world.

NORTHERN TERRITORY

Biddlecombe Cascade Watch the water from Biddlecombe Cascade flow down sandstone cliffs in Nitmiluk National Park, ending at Edith Falls. Located south of Darwin, it's a tranquil place full of natural beauty and scenery.

Katherine Gorge Kayak and trek through the ancient landscape of Katherine Gorge, part of Nitmiluk National Park in Australia's Northern Territory and discover Aboriginal rock art millions of years old.

WESTERN AUSTRALIA

Rottnest Island Ride through Rottnest Island, off the coast of Perth in Western Australia, and see quokkas in their natural habitat. Watch the sun set over the water and enjoy the peaceful surrounds.

TASMANIA

Three Capes Track Take in the epic view at the top of the Three Capes Walking Track. This is considered one of the hottest new travel experiences and can be found in Freycinet National Park, in 's far South East.

Fortescue Bay Feel the sea salt on your skin and experience an incredible wildlife encounter as you’re surrounded by a pod of dolphins in Fortescue Bay in Tasman National Park, Tasmania.

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SOUTH AUSTRALIA

Kangaroo Island Float over the dramatic coastal landscape of Kangaroo Island, , including the Remarkable Rocks, and enjoy a view of the award-winning Southern Ocean Lodge.

Sellicks Beach and McLaren See dolphins swimming underwater before you cruise down Vale Sellicks Beach in Adelaide, South Australia. Then meander through one of McLaren Vale's lush vineyards.

Stokes Bay, Kangaroo Island Hear the waves crash on the beach as you relax with a mob of friendly kangaroos atop a cliff at Stokes Bay on the aptly-named Kangaroo Island, South Australia.

Port Lincoln Dive into the azure waters of Boston Bay, by Port Lincoln, a charming city on the lower Eyre Peninsula in South Australia, and go for a swim with the friendly sea lions in their natural habitat.

AUSTRALIAN CAPITAL TERRITORY

Canberra Soar over Aspen Island in Australia's capital, Canberra and take in a range of natural attractions as well as the monumental National Carillon.

MULTI-REGION

Murray River Watch horses walking through the majestic river redgum forest and along the . Catch a glimpse of the famous historic New South Wales, Victoria , the PS Emmylou! and South Australia

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