About Ben Southall

African adventurer, Best Job in the World winner, Queensland Tourism Ambassador, Best Expedition in the World. What's next? Life is what you make it!

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How to sail the Great Barrier Reef for free

Apr 04, 2013 1 Comment by

If you’re convinced that sailing is solely the sport of kings and queens, the jet set and those with more money than sense, then think again.

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Best Job in the World: Meet your new colleagues [Video]

Mar 26, 2013 No Comments by

Every workplace has its share of characters. Ben Southall shows you the ropes.

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How to get the Best Job in the World

Mar 21, 2013 1 Comment by

Former island caretaker and Best Job in the World winner Ben Southall shares his top application tips.

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Must do Brisbane: 6 ways to experience Mount Coot-tha

Feb 21, 2013 No Comments by

Get back on track and explore Brisbane’s backyard.

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Escape the city: 24 hours in Stanthorpe

Jan 17, 2013 No Comments by

Leave behind the heat and crowded city streets for the coolest town in Queensland.

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What to pack for an expedition

Jan 03, 2013 No Comments

Whether you’re about to travel to the other side of the world, head off on a weekend hike or undertake a four-month kayaking expedition, you need to pack the essentials.

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14 things you probably didn’t know about turtles

Dec 14, 2012 No Comments

There’s more to our shelled friends than what meets the eye.

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5 places to kayak on the Great Barrier Reef

Nov 22, 2012 No Comments

Ben Southall reveals five spots you have to paddle before you kick the bucket.

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Cairns eclipse: A total eclipse of the sun

Nov 14, 2012 No Comments

Umbraphile Ben Southall reports from this morning’s astronomical super event in Tropical North Queensland.

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10 best snorkelling sites in Queensland

Nov 08, 2012 2 Comments

Got fins? Ex-island caretaker Ben Southall knows the best places to get wet.

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