WA's Best 2025-26 Holiday Spots Revealed
Discover Western Australia's premier holiday destinations for 2025-26. From Fremantle's historic charm to Karijini's ancient gorges, plan your ultimate escape.
Discover Western Australia's premier holiday destinations for 2025-26. From Fremantle's historic charm to Karijini's ancient gorges, plan your ultimate escape.
Get into the festive spirit with The West's ultimate guide to the best Christmas movies. From 'Elf' to 'Love Actually', our picks will delight the whole family this Christmas Eve.
Geelong Police Superintendent Michael Reid outlines crucial safety tips for the holiday season, urging vigilance on roads and in public spaces to prevent tragedy. Read his full advice.
Chris Hemsworth shares a poignant family holiday in Fiji, driven by his father's early-onset Alzheimer's diagnosis. The actor details his mission to preserve memories in a new documentary. Read the full story.
A Norwegian visitor's Australian Christmas holiday ended abruptly after a vicious attack by a group at St Kilda pier. Police seek four young people captured on CCTV.
Australians are warned as 'porch pirates' target Christmas parcels, with 1 in 100 packages lost or stolen. Experts reveal how to protect your gifts this holiday season.
Wollongong and Shellharbour councils announce altered bin collection schedules over Christmas. Find out your new collection days and extra recycling services.
From classic rom-coms to Santa action flicks, discover the 12 definitive categories of Christmas films to plan your perfect holiday viewing. Find your new festive favourite.
England cricket chief Rob Key vows to investigate the Test team's drinking habits after their Ashes losses, addressing concerns over the Noosa holiday. Get the full story on the team's conduct and future.
Plan your festive drinks run. Full state-by-state trading hours for Dan Murphy's, BWS, Liquorland, and Vintage Cellars over Christmas and New Year's. Check your local store now.
Health authorities warn of Ross River virus in Gippsland mosquitoes. Learn the symptoms and crucial prevention tips to protect yourself this holiday season.
Skip the crowded northern hotspots this summer. Discover the pristine beauty, luxury stays, and laidback charm of Mollymook on the NSW South Coast. Find your perfect oceanfront retreat today.
NSW motorists face a 12-day double demerit police blitz from December 24. Key holiday traffic pinch points on the South Coast, Pacific and Great Western Highways could cause major delays. Plan your trip.
Popular Port Stephens swimming spots will be off-limits to jet skis and power boats this holiday season in a safety trial. Find out where and when the bans apply.
New data reveals Australia's laid-back approach to Christmas shopping, with 9% buying on Christmas Day. Discover the trends and total spending forecast for 2024. Plan your gifts now!
Don't get caught out this festive season. Our complete guide details the Christmas and New Year trading hours for Woolworths, Coles, ALDI, and IGA across Australia. Plan your shop now!
Hawaiian Airlines slashes fares from Sydney to Honolulu to just $849 return in a Boxing Day sale. Book by Dec 29 for travel in Feb 2026. Act fast – seats are limited!
Amidst cost-of-living pressures and global conflicts, celebrating Christmas is a vital act of resilience and connection for Australian families. Discover why.
Ditch the bubbly! Perth's leading bartenders share five easy Christmas cocktail recipes, from a Fig Leaf Martini to a creamy White Christmas, perfect for summer entertaining.
A baby has died after being found unresponsive in a Gawler home on Saturday night. Police are investigating but do not consider the death suspicious. A report will go to the Coroner.
Perth's festive season is in full swing as thousands of families enjoyed free fun at the Optus Stadium Christmas Festival. The weekend event featured carnival rides, Santa visits, and outdoor movies.
Unions NSW launches a holiday compliance blitz, urging tens of thousands of Hunter retail and hospitality workers to verify their penalty rates and stand against wage theft.
Forget stressful family trips. Discover how Discovery Parks — Narooma Beach on the NSW South Coast offers true relaxation for parents with kids, featuring heated pools, playgrounds and idyllic Handkerchief Beach.
Brace for a mixed bag of extreme weather this Christmas 2025 across Australia's capitals. From scorching heat in Perth to potential storms in Sydney, check the full forecast to plan your festive day.
Struggling for festive ideas? Our curated guide features perfect last-minute Christmas gifts for mum, dad, kids & more, with deals from Myer & Amazon. Shop now!
G'day Group expands its Queensland portfolio with the multi-million dollar purchase of Lake Tinaroo Holiday Park, promising upgrades and a boost for Far North tourism.
Undercover Michelin Guide inspectors are now in New Zealand, anonymously assessing restaurants in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch & Queenstown. The inaugural guide for Oceania launches in 2026. Discover the culinary talent set for global recognition.
Pokolbin's EXP. Restaurant, led by chef Frank Fawkner, celebrates a landmark year with two Good Food Guide hats and the prestigious Regional Restaurant of the Year title for 2025. Discover the decade-long journey.
MasterChef's Simon Toohey reveals his favourite Geelong eateries for the festive season. Discover where to find the best food and drinks in town. Plan your summer feast now!
Soul Origin's new summer menu features bold salads and fruit blends. Plus, enter to win a $4,500 Tasman Holiday Parks package by grabbing a fresh lunch. Discover the delicious details.