Recreational Aviation Australia is excited to announce a brand-new member benefit — our partnership with Halliday Wine Companion, Australia’s most trusted authority on wine.
There’s never been a better time to start your journey with Halliday. The 2026 Halliday Wine Companion Awards have just been announced, celebrating the very best in Australian wine — including Wine of the Year, Winery of the Year, and Winemaker of the Year.
As an RAAus member, you can now enjoy exclusive offers across the Halliday Wine Companion experience:
- Save on Halliday Memberships — Access over 180,000 tasting notes from 3,500+ wineries across Australia and New Zealand, plus exclusive wine news, reviews, and Halliday’s annual guide.
- Join the Halliday Wine Club — Receive two highly rated bottles delivered monthly, complete with tasting notes, winery stories, and collectors’ gifts every six months.
- Learn with Halliday Wine Academy — Take expert-led online courses covering the fundamentals of Australian and international wines, at 25% off.
Founded by renowned wine critic James Halliday nearly 40 years ago, Halliday Wine Companion has become the definitive guide to Australian wine. Its expert tasting team reviews thousands of wines every year, ensuring members “never drink a bad bottle again.”
Whether you’re a wine novice or a seasoned collector, this partnership offers something for every RAAus member — from discovering award-winning bottles to expanding your wine knowledge, all at special member rates!
Win Tickets to Halliday Wine Companion’s Taste the Awards 2026: Sydney
To celebrate our new partnership with Halliday Wine Companion – we are giving one lucky RAAus member (and a guest) the chance to attend Taste the Awards 2026: Sydney!
This exclusive evening is a showcase of the award-winning wines and wineries featured in the 2026 Halliday Wine Companion. Meet Australia’s top winemakers, ask your questions first-hand, and enjoy a night of exceptional wine tasting and gourmet food.
Event highlights:
- Unlimited tastings of highly-rated wines, including those from the Top 100 Wines and Wineries list
- The chance to mingle with Australia’s leading wineries and winemakers
- Hosted at the stunning Doltone House, Hyde Park Ballroom, in the heart of Sydney’s CBD
Where: Hyde Park Ballroom, Doltone House, 3/181 Elizabeth Street, Sydney NSW 2000
When: Thursday, August 28, 2025
Time: 6.30–9.00pm (Halliday members receive early access from 6.00pm)
This opportunity is only available to one RAAus member and their guest. If you’re based in or near Sydney and able to attend, be the first to email media@raaus.com.au to claim these tickets! *Must be a current RAAus member.
