May 2024
This airport is one of the world’s most scenic – and treacherous
Trekking in Nepal’s Everest region is on many a bucket list. But the adventure starts well beforehand, with a landing at Tenzing-Hillary Airport.
Mount Everest from your tent? That’s a view worth the trek
Waking up to behold Nepal’s most renowned mountains is a dream come true. But you’ve got to put in the hard yards to get there.
October 2023
Egypt-Gaza border crossing opens; Two US hostages released
The border crossing between Egypt and Gaza has opened to allow in 200 trucks carrying tonnes of aid; Hamas released two hostages, a US American mother and daughter; 15,000 joined pro-Palestinian protests in Sydney. How today unfolded.
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Voice rejected but ‘it will not divide us’: PM
Peter Dutton said the defeat of the Voice to parliament referendum is “good for our country”. Anthony Albanese accepted the defeat after Australians resoundingly voted No. How the day unfolded.
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September 2023
Qantas chair says he has shareholders’ support; next Vic premier named
WATCH LIVE: Qantas CEO Vanessa Hudson, chairman Richard Goyder are speaking at a Senate inquiry; Jacinta Allan has been named next Victorian premier, Ben Carroll named deputy. Here’s how the day unfolded.
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November 2022
‘We will govern for all’: Andrews claims historic Labor victory
Daniel Andrews has claimed victory after Labor secured a third term in government, with the party on track to secure a majority despite a Green wave sweeping through inner-city seats and huge swings in the west and north. Follow updates here.
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September 2022
How many people is too many in this much-loved US national park?
Nature lovers are flocking back to Yosemite in California, where a visitor cap in place since 2020 expires this week. Should it be renewed?
Four of the hottest new restaurants in San Francisco (and one local favourite)
This small, vibrant city is a foodie’s idea of heaven, thanks in large part to its Streets as Shared Spaces Program. These are the eateries you don’t want to miss.
Geelong clinch AFL premiership with 81-point win over Swans
Geelong Cats and Sydney Swans are facing off at the MCG in the 2022 AFL Grand Final.
June 2022
Can San Francisco take on LA as Australians’ entry port into the US?
The return of direct flights from Australia to the Foggy City, and travellers’ desire to avoid Los Angeles Airport, are driving demand for more departures.
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I just flew Melbourne to San Francisco. Here’s the latest
Although some countries have ditched pre-flight COVID-19 testing, the United States isn’t among them. Read this to find out what you need to know.
May 2022
Greens claim fourth seat as Bates wins Brisbane
Stephen Bates, who has won the seat of Brisbane, says voters are “fed up with the status quo” and want action on climate change.
April 2022
China ‘has form on foreign interference in Australia’: PM
Prime Minister Scott Morrison says is ‘very aware’ of the influence the Chinese government seeks to have in Australia.
Armed forces pile pressure on Putin to unleash full might
As Russia’s offensive in Ukraine stalls, an increasingly impatient Russian military establishment is pushing Putin to declare an “all-out war”. And it seems their calls are being heard.
February 2022
Thousands gather in Canberra to protest vaccine mandates
Prime Minister Scott Morrison says the situation in Ukraine is ‘very serious’; NSW records 32 COVID-19 deaths, Vic 19 deaths and Qld 13; NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet faces four byelections today. Follow updates here.
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December 2021
NT eyes more lockdowns where vaccine rates are ‘unacceptably’ low
Northern Territory acting Chief Minister Nicole Manison says authorities will still use lockdowns in communities with vaccination rates that lag the country.