Sunrise's Katie Brown gives an exclusive tour of the new Celebrity Xcel cruise ship, showcasing its non-stop entertainment, 24-hour happy hour, and why Aussie passengers are a perfect fit. Download the 7NEWS app for more.
Sunrise's Katie Brown embarked on a culinary marathon, sampling food from all 32 restaurants and bars on the new Celebrity Xcel. Discover the ship serving up to 30,000 meals daily.
Sunrise reporter Katie Brown explores the new billion-dollar Celebrity Xcel, the flagship of Celebrity Cruises, featuring heated lounges and authentic destination experiences. Discover luxury cruising redefined.
Aurora Expeditions' new vessel Douglas Mawson arrives in Hobart, honouring Tasmania's Antarctic heritage and launching its 2025-26 season. Discover the legacy.
A family-run Port Douglas company invests in a new $2.5 million luxury catamaran, Quicksilver's 'Wavedancer Low Isles', to enhance the iconic Low Isles experience and support local tourism. Discover the upgrade.
A man faces court after an alleged attempt to steal a commercial prawn trawler from Port Douglas. Police responded swiftly to the incident at the marina. Read the full story.
Mass climate protest in Newcastle Harbour leads to 141 arrests as Rising Tide activists blockade coal shipments. Police condemn 'dangerous' actions disrupting port operations.
Rising Tide protesters entered Newcastle waters but couldn't prevent coal shipment. Live updates from the climate action protestival in Australia's largest coal port.
Two men face assault charges following separate incidents involving women aboard a cruise ship docked in Sydney. One was refused bail, the other granted conditional release.
Cockington Green Gardens unveils its second miniature steam locomotive, the Douglas William, marking a historic first for the Canberra attraction. A special launch day with discounted entry supports the Salvation Army.
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.
Australian Federal Police investigate how 170 million dollars worth of cocaine allegedly ended up on the Al Kuwait live export ship in Perth. Full details on the shocking maritime drug bust.
The death of 18-year-old Anna Kepner on a Carnival cruise ship has been officially declared a homicide by mechanical asphyxiation. Her 16-year-old step-brother is a suspect as the FBI investigation continues.
The chilling 1954 murder of Port Kembla nightwatchman James Douglas Hawkins, shot by a teenage burglar. Read the full investigation details and trial outcome.
Audit reveals Douglas Shire Council paid former employee triple their wage as contractor. Investigation uncovers serious procurement breaches and governance failures.
A 73-year-old Moonee Ponds man is missing after going overboard from the Disney Wonder cruise ship bound for Auckland. The search in the Tasman Sea was unsuccessful.
Maitland Council expresses disappointment as cruise ships cancel visits following Newcastle's approval of Rising Tide protest, costing local businesses millions.
A unique company cruise docks at Townsville, bringing fresh energy to the port and showcasing the city's growing appeal as a maritime destination. Discover the impact.
A leading cruise safety expert breaks down the preventable tragedy that claimed the life of Brisbane grandmother Suzanne Rees, offering crucial safety advice for Australian travellers.
Shock and grief ripple through cruise community as 80-year-old Suzanne Rees passes away during Coral Adventurer voyage, prompting investigation into onboard medical emergency.
The Coral Adventurer cruise ship has arrived in Far North Queensland waters following the sudden death of a passenger during a stop at Lizard Island. Authorities are investigating the tragic incident that occurred during what should have been a dream trop
Australian transport investigators reveal how distracted crew and pilots contributed to the terrifying Leeuwin II training ship crash off Western Australia's coast, with safety recommendations now issued.
Tropical North Queensland is gearing up for a bumper cruise season with P&O Cruises Australia and Carnival Cruise Line vessels scheduled to make multiple calls to Cairns and Port Douglas, bringing thousands of visitors to the region's iconic destinations.
An 80-year-old woman has died on Lizard Island after being abandoned by the Coral Adventurer cruise ship in a shocking incident that's raising serious questions about passenger safety protocols.
Environmental group Rising Tide stages dramatic harbour protest, boarding bulk carrier to demand end to coal exports from Newcastle - Australia's climate battleground heats up.
The iconic tall ship STS Leeuwin has made an emotional homecoming to Fremantle Port following extensive repairs from a catastrophic collision that left her badly damaged.
Exclusive details emerge after a cruise ship passenger was abandoned on a remote Queensland island, sparking industry-wide safety reviews and passenger outrage.