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.
A tourist in his 20s has died after being caught in a rip at Palm Beach on the Gold Coast. It's the fifth drowning on Australian beaches this festive period. Authorities urge water safety vigilance.
A South Australian tourist park's decision to rebrand as an adults-only 'peaceful sanctuary' has ignited fierce online discussion. Discover why owners made the switch and the growing trend for child-free travel.
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 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 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.
Lake Macquarie police fined over 40 out-of-town visitors and made two arrests during a holiday crackdown on illegal fishing and anti-social behaviour on Swansea Bridge.
A Gold Coast tourist recounts the terrifying head-on train collision near Machu Picchu in Peru that killed the driver and injured 30. Watch her video and get the latest updates.
A 35-year-old Irish tourist has died in a drowning at Queensland's Whitehaven Beach. Police are investigating as the Whitsundays community mourns the tragic start to the new year.
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
Campers return to Gold Coast's Broadwater Tourist Park after a dangerous crane collapse and power line hazards. The emergency declaration has been revoked.
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.
Kiama Council greenlights 23 new rooms for Mercure Gerringong, tackling the Illawarra's critical tourist accommodation shortage. Plans include a rebrand and new facilities.
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.
Newcastle police issue a stark warning to parents after Christmas e-bike gifts. Officers fear children are one mistake from life-altering brain injuries. Learn the rules and risks.
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.
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.
A Norwegian visitor's Australian Christmas holiday ended abruptly after a vicious attack by a group at St Kilda pier. Police seek four young people captured on CCTV.
At least 16 people have died after a bus overturned on a Java toll road. The vehicle was travelling from Jakarta to Yogyakarta. Get the latest details on this tragic accident.
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.
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.
Volunteers have discovered a phone and a makeshift shelter believed to belong to Celine Cremer, missing in Tasmania since 2023. Police are now joining the search effort.
Cairns Regional Council partners with major hotels to educate visitors on water conservation. The new initiative aims to secure the city's water future amidst tourism growth and climate challenges.
A young woman has died after an alleged deliberate hit-and-run by an overseas tourist on Queensland's Sunshine Coast. Police call it an 'intentional act'. Read the latest.
A devastating fire at a nightclub in Goa's Arpora has claimed at least 23 lives, including tourists. The blaze, suspected to be caused by a cylinder blast, highlights ongoing safety concerns in India. Read the full report.
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.
A devastating fire at a popular nightclub in North Goa's Arpora has killed at least 23 people. The blaze, believed sparked by a cylinder explosion, struck during peak tourist season. Read the latest updates.
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.