LATEST LAND ROVER NEWS
DEFENDER INTRODUCES THE ALL-NEW OCTA MODEL AT EXCLUSIVE ELEMENTS LAUNCH
In a stunning showcase of luxury and innovation, Defender unveiled its flagship model, the new Defender OCTA, the most powerful SUV in the Defender collection, to an exclusive audience in the lush setting of Victoria’s Eastern Hinterland.
HIT THE ROAD WITH SARAH TODD: A GOURMET GUIDE TO EXPLORING AUSTRALIA IN THE DISCOVERY
Discover how Sarah Todd, the celebrated chef and MasterChef Australia finalist, turned a simple road trip into an unforgettable culinary adventure. From gourmet picnics to off-the-beaten-path dining experiences, Sarah’s expertise will inspire you to embark on your own epic foodie family adventure.
DEFENDER TAKES GLASTONBURY: AN EXCLUSIVE LOOK AT SAM EVANS’ UNFORGETTABLE FESTIVAL EXPERIENCE
Glastonbury, the world’s premier music festival, dazzles fans globally. This year, Defender Ambassador Sam Evans enjoyed an extraordinary adventure at Camp Defender, offering a unique glimpse into his unforgettable festival journey.
EXPLORE THE UNSEEN WITH BOHANNAH GERRITSEN AND THE DISCOVERY
Join Bohannah Gerritsen as she embarks on an unforgettable family adventure with the versatile Discovery, exploring stunning landscapes of Western Australia. Learn how the Discovery enhances every journey, making it the perfect companion for family travel and outdoor exploration.
THE ULTIMATE CATALAN EXPERIENCE: LUXURY, CULTURE, AND ADVENTURE WITH RANGE ROVER
Iconic scenery. Wine tasting. And the chance to make extraordinary memories in exceptional surroundings. Now you can book an unforgettable three-day experience, driving a Range Rover through the stunning Catalonian region.
DEFENDER EXPERIENCE AT ARKABA: AN EXTRAORDINARY OUTBACK ADVENTURE
Escape the ordinary and embark on an epic Outback adventure in Arkaba, just five hours outside Adelaide. Journey through the untamed bush and immerse yourself in a luxurious and unforgettable Defender experience. Bookings are now open for Arkaba in 2025.
DEFENDER UNCOVERS AUSTRALIA’S BEST DESTINATIONS
Defender presents the definitive guide to discovering Australia's most exquisite and luxurious destinations. Drawing from an in-depth analysis of boutique hotels, innovative dining venues, pristine beaches, rejuvenating wellness retreats, and immersive nature experiences, these unparalleled spots deserve a prime spot on your next holiday itinerary.
YEAR OF THE DRAGON:
LUNAR NEW YEAR WITH MELISSA JI
Chinese New Year is entrenched in Australian culture; as we look forward to this year’s celebrations and begin to usher in what will be the Year of the Dragon, we took the time to have a Q&A session with Melissa Ji, who has been celebrating the Lunar New Year all her life.
DEFENDER LIMITED EDITION CELEBRATES AUSTRALIAN SURF LIFESTYLE CULTURE
Unique to the Australian market with only 15 vehicles available, the Defender Pacific Blue Edition celebrates Australian surf culture; with the quintessential road trip along the eastern Australian coastline to find a spot off the beaten track, for the perfect wave.
DEFENDER JOINS FORCES TO EMBRACE THE IMPOSSIBLE
Some of Australia’s most promising tech founders gathered for a summit in the Daintree Rainforest. Like Defender, they embrace the impossible, which is why we were thrilled to provide a fleet of vehicles that could tackle the rugged terrain they encountered during their trip.
DEFENDER 75TH LIMITED EDITION CELEBRATES 75 YEARS OF LAND ROVER
Marking a significant milestone of 75 years of Land Rover, Defender has unveiled a highly-collectible 75th Limited Edition. With only 75 models available in Australia, this historic moment was celebrated in a collaboration with Aquabumps founder, Eugene Tan.
TOP 5 REASONS TO VISIT MAGICAL MILAN
When people think of visiting Italy, it’s places like Rome, Florence and Venice that first come to mind. Leading interior and event stylist Steve Cordony thinks it’s a shame Milan is often overlooked, and shares some of his favourite places to eat, shop, stay and soak in the culture.
NEW RANGE ROVER VELAR: A PURE EXPRESSION OF MODERN LUXURY
Range Rover has always been at the forefront of luxury, design and performance, and the New Range Rover Velar doesn’t disappoint. A pure expression of modern luxury, this exceptional vehicle features the latest technology, unmatched refinement and a dramatic, clean and reductive new design.
CHOOSE YOUR OWN DEFENDER ADVENTURE
Designed for optimum durability, the Defender family offers adventurous hearts a rugged, unstoppable vehicle capable of great things. Available in a number of shapes, sizes and body designs, with unique characteristics defining the look and feel of each model, which Defender is perfect for your next adventure?
RANGE ROVER AND RANGE ROVER SPORT AWARDED FIVE-STAR ANCAP SAFETY RATINGS
The New Range Rover and Range Rover Sport have both been awarded maximum five-star ratings in the latest ANCAP safety tests. This recognition reflects the luxury SUV’s more than five decades of expertise in delivering all-terrain capability, refinement and safety.
TOP GUIDED HIKES TO DO THIS SUMMER AT THREDBO
When most people think of Thredbo, they picture a snow-covered winter wonderland where skiing or snowboarding are the main reasons to visit. But this spectacular alpine region offers a range of hikes in summer across some of Australia’s most breathtaking trails.
NEW RANGE ROVER SPORT DELIVERS DRAMATIC EXPERIENCE AT AUSTRALIAN PREMIERE
The highly anticipated arrival of the New Range Rover Sport was celebrated at an exclusive, invitation-only event at Carriageworks in Sydney. Guests witnessed an immersive, sensory preview of the most desirable, advanced and capable model to date.
RANGE ROVER HOUSE MAKES SPECTACULAR AUSTRALIAN DEBUT
A luxury private residence overlooking the sparkling waters of Sydney Harbour was the fourth location of the prestigious Range Rover House series. An elegantly curated experience for guests, the event brought to life Range Rover’s design philosophy and distinctive interpretation of modern luxury.
THRILLING DEFENDER RALLY SERIES BY BOWLER BACK FOR 2023
The action-packed Defender Rally Series returns for 2023, after a thrilling and highly competitive first season. Run by off-road performance specialists Bowler, the unstoppable Defender is the perfect fit as competitors face the toughest of conditions, which demands a vehicle that is both capable and durable.
NEW RANGE ROVER SPORT EARNS RAVE REVIEWS
The global launch of the New Range Rover Sport in the Spanish capital, Madrid, gave Australian motoring press the first opportunity to get behind the wheel of a vehicle that redefines sporting luxury. From design and comfort through to technology and performance, the reviews were unanimously glowing.
NO TIME TO DIE DEFENDERS RAISE AN IMPRESSIVE £352,800 FOR CHARITY
James Bond fans had a chance to claim a piece of cinema history in a charity auction to mark 60 years of Bond films. A Defender 110 stunt car that appeared in No Time To Die, and a Defender V8 Bond Edition inspired by the Defenders used in the film, raised an impressive £352,800 for their respective charities.
LAND ROVER EXTENDS RED CROSS PARTNERSHIP FOR ANOTHER 3 YEARS
Land Rover extends its historical partnership with the Australian Red Cross for another three years, providing disaster relief support until the end of 2025. This vital partnership enables both organisations to work together to help communities prepare for, respond to and recover from disasters, with the unstoppable Defender playing a key role.
DEFENDER 75TH LIMITED EDITION CELEBRATES THE SPIRIT OF LAND ROVER
Marking 75 years since the birth of Land Rover, the Defender 75th Limited Edition honours a lineage of extraordinary vehicles. This new limited edition captures the spirit of the past 75 years, with its colour and detailing, and fuses it with the latest in technology and innovation.
TOP 5 REASONS TO VISIT ORANGE ON YOUR NEXT ROAD TRIP
Leading interior and event stylist Steve Cordony owns picturesque Rosedale Farm in Orange, NSW. He regularly travels between Sydney and Orange in Range Rover comfort and refinement, finding this bustling town as design driven as his Velar. Steve shares his favourite places to eat, shop, visit and stay in this special part of the world.
RANGE ROVER HOUSE, A MODERN SANCTUARY WITH CURATED EXPERIENCES
Range Rover opens the door to a world of peerless luxury and refinement. To extend this experience, a series of Range Rover Houses have popped-up around the world, creating a space to retreat and unwind, and boasting a multifaceted guest program that is elevated and enriching.
DEFENDER TRANSCONTINENTAL EXPEDITION’S EPIC 40,000KM ADVENTURE
Land Rover ambassador and renowned explorer Kingsley Holgate successfully completed the 40,000km Defender Transcontinental Expedition, an epic geographic and humanitarian odyssey. Over nine challenging months, Holgate and his experienced team started in Cape Agulhas on the southern tip of Africa and finished at the birthplace of Land Rover on the Isle of Anglesey in Wales.
BID FOR JAMES BOND HISTORY AND LAND ROVER STUNT CARS
Land Rover vehicles played a starring role in the action-packed Bond film ‘No Time To Die’, and now two of these unstoppable stunt cars are being auctioned for charity to mark 60 years of James Bond films. Bond fans will be able to bid for the Range Rover Sport SVR and Defender 110 stunt cars, and the Defender V8 Bond Edition, inspired by the specification of the Defenders used in the film.
CLASSIC DEFENDER WORKS V8 TROPHY II CELEBRATES ALL-TERRAIN ADVENTURES
For more than 70 years, Land Rover has allowed bold adventurers to explore the toughest off-road terrains. To honour the heritage, Land Rover Classic has launched 25 exclusive expedition-inspired Classic Defender Works V8 Trophy II vehicles with a distinctive camouflage design.
LAND ROVER SUPPORTS RED CROSS DURING DEVASTATING FLOODS
In February and March 2022, some of the worst flooding on record had a devastating impact on Southeast Queensland and Northern New South Wales. As a partner of the Australian Red Cross since 2014, Land Rover Australia was able to play a vital part in providing vehicle support and funding to urgently assist those in need.
LAND ROVER ACCELERATES TOWARDS AN ELECTRIFIED, CONNECTED FUTURE
Land Rover is passionately committed to our vision of dramatically reducing pollution and achieving a truly sustainable future. From 2024 customers will be able to choose from the first of six all-electric Land Rovers. As part of this commitment, we have taken another step towards a new era of electrification and connectivity by opening a facility that tests the next generation of vehicles for electrical and radio interference.