Huge change that could force airlines to pay Aussies
A group of senior lawyers have asked the government for an overhaul of passengers rights. See what you’d get if your flight is delayed or cancelled.
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Billionaire reveals his wild daily schedule
What does the day in the life of a billionaire look like? Sir Richard Branson has given a glimpse into what 24 hours looks like for him — and it’s epic.
Move for cash: Places where you will be paid to live
Sick of getting holiday envy while your mates boast about their Euro-trips? Take a look at our list of nations that will pay you in grants, visas or accommodations to live there – from Europe to the USA.
Sign at iconic Aussie destination sparks fury
Blue Mountains council has rolled out new pricey parking restrictions disappointing visitors and hikers — is your favourite spot on the list?
Classic ham, perfect pudding: Find the best Christmas recipes here
With Christmas on the horizon, we’re making life easier by bringing together – in one place – our best articles on parenting, food, fashion, gifts, decorating, health and lifestyle from across News Life Media’s network of lifestyle brands.
$4k sting: Family’s costly journey back home after Bonza flight cancelled
A Queensland family in Melbourne for a world championship had its flight back cancelled at the last minute, leaving them out of pocket thousands of dollars as they scrambled to return for work and school commitments.
‘Just awful for the family’: Reef operators’ pledge after tourist death
Great Barrier Reef tour operators have defended their safety record but vowed they will implement any findings following the death of a South Australian retiree who was swept away in a strong current along with dozens of others.
New health alert for Aussies in Bali
Australians travelling to Bali are being warned to check their vaccinations after a series of concerning incidents.
Qld’s new gateway for abandoned mine, chopper, volcano tours
A chance to explore old coal mines is shaping up to be a novel offering for Qld’s next cruise ship destination, alongside downhill mountain biking and helicopter tours to ancient volcano peaks.
The mystery men who survived 100km/h ocean ditch off Coast
They have one of Queensland’s great plane crash survival stories to tell yet little is known about the men who walked away from an incredible ocean plunge off the Sunshine Coast. Here’s what we do know now.
Surprise Aussie spot takes out global tourism gong
An SA destination has rebounded from bushfires and the Covid tourism disaster to be named one of the world’s top region’s to visit in 2024. Find out where.
Qld’s huge new outdoor festival venue to rival events like Byron Bay Bluesfest
A Sunshine Coast site the size of about 22 football fields could be transformed into a “world-class” music festival and event venue by 2025, rivalling the likes of Byron Bay.
Call to end ‘problematic’ seats on planes
Airlines are being urged to rethink the size of seats on planes as new data shows Australians will pack on the kilos in the next decade.
Everything that’s on this summer in Sydney
There’s no shortage of things to do this summer in the harbour city.
How to avoid Bali’s sinister new scam trend
Experts are warning how Aussie tourists heading to Bali can best protect themselves against a new wave of risky situations.
Inside ultra-boujee island lunch attracting Australia’s elite
One businessman invited half the guest list for one of Australia’s boujeest lunches, enjoying champagne, cocktails, oysters, prawns and bugs on arguably our most spectacular beach. SEE THE PICTURES
10 plane etiquette rules everyone should follow
There are unwritten rules everyone should know to be a good flight passenger. Here are 10 plane etiquette rules that are non-negotiable.
What really happens to coins thrown in the Trevi Fountain
It’s one of Europe’s biggest attractions, where tourists throw coins into the Rome fountain and make a wish. But what happens to all the money?
Stranded Sydney DJ trapped in airport transit room
Sydney-based DJ Levi Neufeld took to social media to reveal he had been sleeping in a transit room in Ho Chi Minh Airport.
‘Insane’: Expat baffled by Aussie wage
A Canadian expat was shocked to learn how much Aussies get paid after he was on the hunt for a job.
‘No mistaking it’: Tourists report black panther sighting in NQ
Stunned tourists have recounted the moment a “large black panther” prowled onto the road and forced them to slow down their motor home on the way to Charters Towers.
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