Illawarra restaurants, pubs, and hotels are experiencing high demand for Christmas Day dining as families opt to avoid the stress of cooking at home. Discover the festive menus and prices on offer.
Wollongong revellers face a choice this New Year's Eve: harbour or CBD fireworks? The Illawarra Hotel adds a 9pm CBD show, complementing council's harbour display. Locals share their picks.
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.
A car has crashed into the Royal Hotel in Capertee, NSW, injuring seven patrons. Two seriously injured were airlifted. The driver, 30, has been charged.
Newcastle's vacant Queens Wharf building will be demolished from February after council approval. The site's future will involve community-driven short-term activations. Read the latest.
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.
A visit to Bali's Sanur reveals the heartbreaking decay of the historic Le Mayeur Museum and a surprising find in an off-the-radar art gallery. Discover the state of art and culture on the island.
Townsville's historic Banks Hotel is being transformed into student accommodation, a key project in the city's CBD revitalisation. Discover the $1.5bn pipeline driving the urban renewal.
A prominent Gold Coast dance coach has pleaded guilty to supplying cocaine, including to a minor, in a Coomera hotel. The case has shocked the local dance community.
Fourteen Australian men detained in Bali during Schoolies week after a police raid involving controversial OnlyFans creator Bonnie Blue. Get the latest details on the investigation.
Townsville's iconic Finnegans Hotel has undergone a $1.5 million transformation and name change to The Condo Hotel. Discover the new look and what it means for the city's hospitality scene.
The iconic Mulletfest grand final returned to Kurri Kurri, crowning Daniel Cooper as the best overall mullet. See photos and meet the winners of Australia's premier celebration of the infamous haircut.
A 34-year-old man has been charged after an alleged assault outside a Hurstville hotel left a 49-year-old man fighting for his life. The victim remains in an induced coma.
Discover Perth's top pubs and restaurants open on December 25, 2025. From festive buffets to gourmet lunches, find the perfect stress-free Christmas feast for your family. Bookings essential.
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.
British sex worker Bonnie Blue is reportedly being deported from Bali after police questioned her over 'pornographic activities' linked to her 'Bang Bus' during Schoolies. Read the full story.
Extreme weather at Bali's Sangeh Monkey Forest has killed a staff member and caused severe damage to the ancient Pucak Sari Temple. Australian travellers urged to take safety precautions.
The iconic Mulletfest is back at Kurri Kurri's Chelmsford Hotel this Saturday for its eighth grand final, celebrating community, charity, and the legendary 'business in the front, party in the back' hairstyle. Join the fun!
A Warilla woman's Bali holiday savings were snatched by a thief who fled on an e-scooter. Jai Russell, 21, has been sentenced to 16 months behind bars for the robbery and other offences.
Bali Body's Clear Self Tanning Gel is selling at a rate of one every 20 seconds, causing nationwide sellouts. The cult product restocks on December 10. Get ready for the rush.
The Meow Meow Hotel in Cardiff opens next Monday, offering stress-free boarding for up to 30 cats. Read how owners overcame council hurdles for this premium facility.
Darcy Jenson, on trial for allegedly orchestrating a deadly Bali shooting, apologised to the victim's widow in court. The Sydney man faces the death penalty if found guilty.
A Geelong businessman's Bali holiday turned into a $30,000 nightmare after a snapped drain cover led to a wild police chase. Discover the bizarre story and its costly consequences.
Discover how Batu Belig Beach is transforming from a laid-back expat haven into a premium destination with new restaurants and a massive hotel complex. Explore the changes now!
Newcastle Airport faces cancellations and delays as worldwide Airbus A320 software update grounds Jetstar flights. Passengers urged to check with airline for latest updates.
Australian families are ditching traditional parties for luxury Bali estate takeovers. Discover how milestone birthdays become unforgettable tropical escapes with 20+ staff.
The Mawson's Huts Foundation hosts a special dinner recreating Sir Douglas Mawson's 1911 Antarctic expedition lunch at Hadley's Orient Hotel, supporting conservation efforts.
Bali's governor orders demolition of controversial 182m glass elevator at Kelingking Beach after environmental and permit violations. Read the full story.
Singapore's Fragrance Group requests two-year extension to complete what would become Perth's tallest hotel tower amid construction challenges. Will the CBD project get approval?
A Batik Air Boeing 737 MAX bound for Bali was forced into an emergency return to Melbourne after an engine failure. Passengers describe a 'weird' take-off. Full details on the incident.