River Cruising Guide: Top Routes & Booking Tips 2025
Discover how river cruising has expanded beyond Europe to the Mekong, Nile and Ganges. Get expert advice on choosing routes, ships and booking strategies for Australian travellers.
Discover how river cruising has expanded beyond Europe to the Mekong, Nile and Ganges. Get expert advice on choosing routes, ships and booking strategies for Australian travellers.
Wollongong residents are paying $44,000 to remove a humpback whale killed by a NSW government shark net. The council's request for state funding was denied despite dangerous removal conditions.
Exclusive Willowmere estate on Murrumbidgee River hits market. 80ha property features private runway, 1.2km river frontage, and European-inspired villa just 20 minutes from Canberra.
Pacgold's Alice River gold project in Queensland reveals significant expansion with fresh gold discoveries at White Lion and a new 1.5km mineralised corridor at Jerry Dodds, positioning the company for major resource growth in 2024.
A 43-year-old man is fighting for life after being brutally attacked with a machete at a Melbourne car wash. The random attack occurred in Essendon on Thursday morning.
Controversial Metronet on Swan project receives environmental approval, disappointing local residents and community groups who vow to continue their fight.
Two popular Perth beaches were temporarily closed after multiple shark sightings off the coast. Authorities urge swimmers to stay vigilant and check SharkSmart for updates.
River cruising has exploded in popularity, moving beyond Europe to the Mekong and Nile. Discover the best routes, ships, and deals for your next adventure.
Join The West Australian's Stephen Scourfield on an exclusive Kimberley adventure in May 2026. Fly private charter to Kununurra, explore Emma Gorge, Lake Argyle & Ord River. From $4500pp.
Andy McDonald, 61, describes the terrifying moment a great white shark attacked his wing-foil board in WA. The entire incident was caught on camera. Watch the video.
West Australian surfer Andy McDonald recounts a terrifying shark attack while wing foiling at Prevelly Beach. Read his incredible survival story and plans to return to the water.
A truck driver had a lucky escape after his vehicle rolled near the Bynoe River Bridge in Normanton. Emergency services responded quickly to assess the driver's condition.
Two Geelong police officers receive prestigious bravery awards after confronting a violent sovereign citizen in Torquay, preventing potential tragedy in a dramatic coastal confrontation.
A western Sydney man is in critical condition after being savagely attacked by multiple dogs in a terrifying home invasion incident that has shocked the community.
ASX-listed PacGold has officially commenced gold production at its promising Alice River project in South Australia, marking a significant milestone for the emerging miner and the state's resources sector.
Tourists at Queensland's Moreton Island witnessed an incredible natural phenomenon as hundreds of sharks gathered in crystal-clear waters just off the beach, prompting expert warnings about marine behaviour.
A devastating discovery off Coledale Beach as a humpback whale becomes the latest victim of shark net entanglement, sparking renewed debate about marine protection methods.
A South Australian fisherman reveals the shocking 27-centimetre shark bite on his leg after surviving a terrifying encounter off Kangaroo Island, sharing his incredible story of survival and warning to other beachgoers.
A Camperdown man is fighting for his life after being brutally mauled by his family pet in a shocking dog attack that has left emergency services and neighbours reeling.
South Australian Liberal leader David Speirs makes waves ahead of the 2026 state election, releasing a comprehensive strategy to combat algal blooms in the River Murray while positioning himself as an environmental champion.
Marine rescuers perform dramatic operation to free critically endangered grey nurse shark from fishing line entanglement in Queensland waters.
A violent stabbing spree aboard a train heading to London has left multiple victims injured, with a 42-year-old British national now facing attempted murder charges in a shocking attack that's rattled commuters.
Authorities warn beachgoers to stay out of the water as a decomposing whale carcass attracts sharks to popular Mandurah swimming spot. Safety alerts activated.
From London's urban buzz to the Cotswolds' chocolate-box villages, follow one Aussie traveller's journey along England's iconic Thames Path walking trail.
Geelong launches innovative drone program to combat mosquito populations and prevent Ross River virus outbreaks in a groundbreaking public health initiative.
Discover stunning archival photos from Queen Elizabeth II's historic 1954 visit to Wollongong, as local resident Margaret Tougher shares her personal memories of the royal occasion that captivated the Steel City.
Local Kiama writer James Dunbar releases his debut psychological thriller 'Twisted River', a chilling tale of family secrets and murder set against the stunning Illawarra coastline.
A Far North Queensland woman's life has been turned upside down after a brutal dog attack left her with severe injuries and psychological trauma during a routine walk near her home.
From the cost-of-living crunch to the future of the River Murray, we dive into the letters flooding our editor's desk, uncovering the real issues keeping South Australians awake at night.
Perth's Swan River will transform into a vibrant Bollywood spectacle this November as a glamorous wedding-themed gala raises crucial funds for childhood cancer research at the Telethon Kids Institute.