Lombok's Evolution: Beyond the 'New Bali' Label
After 20 years of visits, a travel writer reveals Lombok's sophisticated new facilities while celebrating its unique identity. Discover updated travel tips, prices, and why it's worth the trip.
After 20 years of visits, a travel writer reveals Lombok's sophisticated new facilities while celebrating its unique identity. Discover updated travel tips, prices, and why it's worth the trip.
South Australia's premier travel event, World Travel Fest, is coming to Perth in February 2026. Discover exclusive offers from top brands like Princess Cruises and Viking. Plan your next adventure.
Australian travellers in 2026 are prioritising immersive experiences and sustainable travel, with a focus on wellness, multi-generational trips, and luxury rail journeys. Discover the key trends shaping your next adventure.
A Canberra tenant is taking his strata company to ACAT after they demanded $4000 to review security footage for a police investigation into his stolen motorcycle. Read the full story.
A landmark legal case in Australia sees doctors accused of withholding care. Explore the ethical and legal implications for patient rights and medical practice.
Tired of travel chaos, Brisbane parents invented TernX, a carry-on suitcase that unfolds into a stroller. With 774% growth and TIME award, it's revolutionising family travel. Discover the game-changer.
Samsonite's site-wide 40% off sale offers durable luggage, bags & backpacks just as Aussie summer travel plans ramp up. Invest in quality that lasts for years.
Follow a traveller's path to mindfulness in Kyoto, from the Moss Temple to the Golden Pavilion. Discover ancient Zen gardens and the calm they offer. Start your own journey.
Discover how to beat the Provencal heat with a visit to Carrieres des Lumieres' immersive digital art and the historic perched village of Les Baux-de-Provence. Plan your cultural escape.
Australian officials are working to confirm the reported death of Russell Allen Wilson in Ukraine. DFAT warns against all travel to the active warzone.
A Campbelltown woman, placed in a Wollongong apartment after domestic violence, is living in a hire car due to squalid conditions and nesting birds. Homes NSW says they are working to resolve the issues.
A Melbourne mother undergoing urgent chemotherapy fights Airbnb for a refund after her diagnosis forced her to cancel a family holiday. Discover the policy loophole leaving her thousands out of pocket.
A petition with over 8,000 signatures calls for urgent reform of the Queensland Health Travel Scheme, citing unfair costs for regional and rural health workers. Advocates demand change.
Kim and Khloe Kardashian face backlash from PETA after gifting puppies for Christmas. The animal rights group urges adoption from shelters instead. Read the full story.
The world mourns the loss of French cinema icon Brigitte Bardot, who has died at 90. Explore her legendary career, activism, and enduring legacy.
As Australian heat peaks, Newcastle locals are flocking to Japan's slopes. Discover why Japanese ski holidays are cheaper, easier and offer better snow than local resorts.
The West Australian's travel team reflects on a year of global adventures, from Italy's backroads to Arctic cruises, promising more authentic stories for WA readers in 2026.
A significant overhaul of Australia's airport security screening is set for 2025. Learn about the new technology, faster processes, and what it means for your travel.
Discover how AI translation, eSIMs, and smart apps are powering flexible, immersive travel for Australians. Learn about tools like Yesim for seamless connectivity.
Flight Centre Travel Group accelerates its cruise strategy with the acquisition of UK online leader Iglu, aiming to double total transaction value to over $2 billion by 2026. Discover the details.
Discover Ferries identifies 'port hopping' as a major trend, launching a new interactive map to help travellers plan multi-destination sea journeys across 11 countries for a more immersive holiday experience.
A Sydney warehouse worker fired after revealing her pregnancy has been reinstated. Learn your legal rights and employer obligations around pregnancy discrimination in Australia.
Central Coast woman Maree Jenner, living with dwarfism, shares her journey from being told she couldn't be a nurse or teacher to becoming an Australian ambassador for International Day of People With Disability. Discover the ongoing fight for true inclusi
A West Australian family discovers spacious apartment-style hotels in Tokyo, navigating solo adventures and unexpected kindness. Explore Mimaru Suites for your next Japan trip.
Western Australia braces for a severe fly plague after a wet winter. Plus, new flight routes, NT travel discounts, and essential summer safety tips for ticks and sun protection. Read the latest travel news.
West Aussies are planning big for 2026. Discover the top destinations, from Japan to the Kimberley, and the shift towards slow, meaningful travel. Get tips on cruising, solo trips, and booking smart.
North Queensland travellers are driving a surge in luxury adventures, with Townsville's Gallivanter Travel reporting record bookings for exclusive, high-end experiences. Discover the trends reshaping travel.
Western Australia's Parliament has passed landmark surrogacy reforms, removing medical infertility requirements and opening access to single men and same-sex couples. The long-awaited bill now heads to the Legislative Assembly.
Flight Centre's new World360 Rewards program lets Aussie travellers earn points on all travel bookings. Join free and unlock bonus offers. Start earning today!
Discover epic December holiday destinations for Australians, from Botswana's wildlife to Thailand's islands. Get expert travel tips, including using eSIMs like Yesim for seamless connectivity.