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.
West Australian motoring editor Stephen Scourfield shares his 2026 driving pledges, from 'Team Driving' to ignoring digital billboards. Discover how to make our roads safer and less stressful.
Fisheries officers issued 38 fines during the second abalone hour of 2026. Read about the crackdown on bag limit breaches and the safety efforts along the Perth coast.
A 68-year-old Brisbane shop owner, a cancer survivor, fought off two violent intruders posing as delivery drivers with a machete. Police call the calculated attack 'extremely unusual'.
Titanium Sands moves closer to developing its Mannar Island heavy mineral sands project, lodging a mining licence application. The project boasts a 318Mt resource and could generate nearly $2bn in stage one revenue.
Bali is proposing a major entry rule change for 2026, requiring tourists to declare three months of bank activity. Could this affect your holiday plans?
A 27-year-old Geographe man faces charges after a young woman died in a horror crash on Marine Terrace in Busselton. Police continue their investigation into the tragic incident.
Rideshare drivers are rating passengers, affecting future ride availability. Discover the key behaviours that impact your score and what this trend means for customer service. Read more.
An 81-year-old woman was hospitalised after a serious crash on Lloyd Street in Midland. Police are urging anyone with dashcam footage or information to contact Crime Stoppers.
A new not-for-profit lodge in Bali lets visitors interact with wolves, challenging myths about the species. From $108 a night, experience a unique stay. Learn more.
A dramatic police chase unfolded in Townsville after a driver collided with a patrol vehicle and fled. The incident, captured on video, involved a major search operation. Read the full story.
A Central Coast father has died and his partner is fighting for life after a scooter crash in Bali. The community rallies with a GoFundMe for the injured mother-of-two. Read the full story.
Newcastle Council faces backlash over a proposed licensed venue at the heritage-listed Ocean Baths. Critics accuse officials of hiding plans for alcohol sales and late-night trading from the public.
A provisional driver in Canberra was caught at 198km/h in a 90 zone, telling police he was 'being silly'. His licence was suspended and car seized.
An Australian mother faces life-threatening injuries and massive medical bills after a tragic accident in Bali. Friends rally to support her long recovery. #Bali #Australia
A 40-year-old NSW man has died in a scuba diving accident in Bali after panicking and making a rapid ascent. Read the full details of the tragedy.
Amidst the overdevelopment of its neighbours, tiny Gili Meno remains a pristine Indonesian escape. Discover how community action and sustainable tourism are protecting this island gem.
Exclusive: Controversial Islamic preacher Wissam Haddad, sued for anti-Semitic comments and linked to an alleged Bondi gunman, holds a current NSW firearms licence. Read the full investigation.
A Perth teenager charged over an alleged stabbing that locked down Ellenbrook Secondary College has been granted permission to travel to Bali. The court decision has sparked debate over bail conditions.
Health authorities issue an urgent measles warning for passengers on a Jetstar flight from Bali to Perth. Learn the symptoms and what to do if you were exposed.
A 77-year-old woman has tragically died after being reversed over by her own Volkswagen in a Sunshine Coast car park just days before Christmas. Witnesses rushed to help. Read the full story.
WA Health issues a health alert after a person with measles travelled on a Jetstar flight from Bali to Perth. Check exposure sites and symptoms.
The professional driver for NSW Police Minister Yasmin Catley has pleaded guilty after recording a blood alcohol reading more than three times the legal limit on the Far South Coast. Read the full details.
A Cairns teen driver ran from a stolen car crash in Mooroobool, leaving his friend with near-fatal injuries. The court heard details of the shocking incident.
A Norlane man faces court after police intercept him riding an illegally modified, high-powered e-bike while disqualified from driving. Read the full details of the Geelong incident.
The Shire of Murray has finished installing its new licence plate recognition CCTV network, boosting community safety with real-time data for police. Read about the project and its funding.
The WA Road Safety Commission invests $200,000 in market research to understand risky driver behaviour. The findings aim to shape future road safety campaigns and reduce fatalities.
Viridis Mining and Minerals shares surged 39% after securing a crucial environmental licence for its Colossus rare earths project in Brazil, a major de-risking milestone. Discover the project's strategic advantages and global implications.
Norwegian Cruise Line's adults-oriented ship, the Spirit, completes its journey to Fremantle via Surabaya and Bali. Discover the onboard luxury, dining highlights, and the challenges of its 20-day voyage.
Discover the Udara Sunday Festival in Bali, where dancing, yoga, and sound healing replace alcohol and phones. A unique wellness experience just minutes from Canggu. Book your spot now.