Tourism Australia's monthly guide to all that is new and noteworthy around the country includes:

• The return of the Noosa Eat & Drink Festival to the QLD Sunshine Coast in late May 2024;
• An epic heli-foraging experience taking off from Darwin / Gulumerrdgen with Darwin Distilling Co.;
• Take advantage of whale shark season by swimming with the gentle giants in Ningaloo Marine Park (Nyinggulu) with Coral Bay Tours;
• Uncover Ballarat's rich gold mining history and contemporary lifestyle at the Ballarat Heritage Festival from 17 – 26 May.

In addition to profiling the new products and experiences, accommodation, restaurants and bars, the Hot List also highlights the upcoming events and openings to look forward to in the months ahead.

If you would like to submit a story or new product for the Hot List or have any further questions, please contact Will Cook from team on wcook@tourism.australia.com