Travel influencer dies in most horrific way
The fatal accident saw a 10 car pileup and “steaming hot asphalt” dumped on top of the mum-of-three.
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Horrific scenes as passenger jet catches fire
Scenes of chaos unfolded at a major airport when a plane burst into flames, forcing passengers to evacuate onto the wing.
‘Forbidden’: Major airline introduces new ban
Singapore Airlines is the latest airline to put a new ban on passengers while on board — with the start date just weeks away.
Plane turns back after wild toilet act
An airline has pleaded with passengers to drop this bizarre habit after an in-flight toilet diaster forced one of its planes to turn back.
Sydney Airport’s big 15-minute promise
Sydney Airport’s domestic terminal is finally undergoing a massive revamp that will see passengers go from kerb to gate in 15 minutes.
Major change to Qantas rewards program
Jetsetters and frequent flyers will need more points to take Qantas long haul flights in the premium seats under new changes to the popular program.
Scuba divers allegedly left behind by tour
Crew members on board a ferry spotted two scuba divers treading water in the ocean after they were allegedly left behind by a tour operator.
Qantas brings back popular inflight snack
Qantas has announced a change to its inflight and lounge menu with a popular snack making a comeback.
Passenger’s shock attack on airport worker
A man banned from a flight to Bali grabbed an airport worker’s throat then kicked her has been ordered to pay thousands in compensation.
‘Too far’: Qantas boss’ warning on Voice vote
A national airline executive has criticised corporate Australia for their involvement in social issues, saying the pendulum has “swung too far”.
Mum’s entitled plane toilet call torn to shreds
A mother’s call for a change to planes has been torn to shreds after her daughter was forced to hold her pee for 5 hours on a flight.
Suspected shark attack on remote beach
A search is underway for a surfer missing following a shark sighting on a remote Australian beach on Monday.
‘Insane’ footage of Qantas landing
Wild footage was captured about 12 hours after Tropical Cyclone Alfred was downgraded to a tropical low.
‘Biggest in all of Sydney’: Icon transformed
An Aussie star has just revealed his plans for an iconic venue in Sydney’s CBD that’s been under construction for the past three years.
Colourful mayor lands back in Australia
The Gold Coast’s colourful leader has touched back down in Australia, after getting ‘stuck’ in the US as his city braced for ex-Cyclone Alfred.
‘Move’: Aussies lose it over family in caravan
Alfred is less than a day away from making landfall but many Aussies still don’t seem bothered by the looming threat.
Tourist hotspot now has ‘residents only’ zone
There are now strict rules in place at this popular tourist hotspot in Europe following an influx of visitors in the height of summer.
‘Has a wife’: Pilot’s note to woman divides
A pilot’s note to a “beautiful” woman waiting to board a plane has divided the internet, all because one detail was left out.
‘Annoying’: Flight attendant’s unusual act
It’s not something you would expect from a flight attendant with his act upon landing copping some flak.
Hundreds of flights axed as cyclone nears
More than 150 flights into Brisbane were cancelled in one morning as millions of Aussies brace for Tropical Cyclone Alfred to hit.
Insane cost to stay on ‘Blue Zone’ cruise
Would you pay $1.6m to live on this cruise ship? The massive vessel has everything health and wellness from PRP injections, Botox, to dentists and chefs.
Gold Coast shuts down as cyclone nears
The Gold Coast is preparing for a ‘simply awful day’ on Thursday as heavy rains and strong wind hit the tourist strip hours before Tropical Cyclone Alfred.
Virgin finally announces new CEO
Aussie airline’s new chief executive has emerged after a frontrunner was knocked out after union and government pressures.
One thing driving retail sales in January
Australia’s love of sport has helped lift consumer spending for January as cost-of-living pressures ease.
Wild footage of roller coaster implosion
A roller coaster that was once the tallest and fastest in the world was reduced to rubble after a dramatic implosion captured in wild footage.
Disturbing twist after Aussie teens poisoned
The parents of two Aussie teens who died of methanol poisoning after their drinks were spiked have given a disturbing update about the police investigation.
Tiny Aussie town hides massive secret
Something so amazing can be spotted in the sky over a Aussie country town that people flock from across the world just to see it.
Major tourist city set to axe pub crawls
One of Europe’s top destinations for bustling night-life and partying is set to introduce bans to manage tourism.
Aussies lose it over $20 Kmart plane item
Aussies have discovered a handy $20 Kmart plane hack, describing it as a “game-changer”.
Two mates get huge shock when boarding
Two women unintentionally got themselves a “private jet” when not one other person booked the same flight.
Gay party cruise saves sinking refugees
An LGBTQ+ cruise has become the unlikely saviour of this group of refugees trapped in a sinking ship in The Gulf of Mexico.
‘Great day’: Virgin boss’ $3bn move
A major shake-up for international travellers and Virgin Australia has been greenlit by the Albanese government.
Qantas’ surprise reaction to Virgin merge
Qantas’ boss has revealed what the airline thinks about the Virgin and Qatar’s merge after the Doha carrier was blocked from expanding in Australia.
More airlines ban popular travel gadget
Even more airlines are introducing strict rules on what can be taken and used on-board during a flight after a fire broke out on-board a recent plane.
Woman drops $2.9m on cruise ship home
A woman says she spent $2.9 million on a home on a cruise ship that perpetually sails the world and picks its destination based on residents’ votes.
Qantas passenger’s savvy lunch break act
Sydney man Andy Hutton hasn’t paid for more than three flights in a decade as he continues to travel the world for “free”.
New MH370 search begins off Aussie coast
The search for missing Malaysia Airlines flight MH370 has taken a major turn, 11 years after the plane disappeared.
Japanese man explodes at Aussie tourists
Wild footage has emerged of a Japanese man screaming aggressively at a pair of Australian tourists for committing an act that locals despise.
NSW town wins top gong as Australia’s ‘best’
Step aside Byron Bay. because a new coastal town has just been crowned as Australia’s best — and you may not have heard of it until now.
Tourists lose it over ‘hidden’ airport find
It’s not something you would ever expect to find in an airport during a layover, but when you do, you may never want to leave.
Surprising town named Australia’s best
NSW is back on top with its must-see beaches, sand dunes, sea life and national parks in Australia’s top 10 travel destinations for 2025.
Jetstar drops insane sale from $29
There’s never been a more perfect time to travel, with huge discounts on flights to Singapore, Osaka, Bali, Hamilton Island and more.
Virgin launches sale from just $49
Summer may be coming to a close, but airlines across the country are firing up some of the hottest sales we have seen all year.
‘Oligarch’: CEO traffic hack has people fuming
An airline CEO has revealed there is a way to skip morning rush hour – but maybe only if you’re a millionaire.
Insanity erupts as airport brawl goes viral
Onlookers have been left stunned and baffled after two groups came together as a wild brawl erupted at an airport.
Qantas launches massive seven-day sale
Qantas has just kicked off a mammoth seven-day sale across 60 destinations in business and economy class, for one week only.
‘Running amok’: Never, ever do this in Japan
Fed-up Japanese locals have revealed their pet peeves when it comes to the behaviour of travellers as a tourism tsunami challenges the nation.
Nationwide outage hits major airline
Passengers flying on a major Aussie airline were left unable to check into their flights following a major technical outage.
Major update on Chinese warships live fire
Defence has provided a significant update after commercial flights were warned after China warships undertook live fire testing in waters off Australia.
Sight in small American town shocks Aussie
You certainly wouldn’t see this wild American tradition in Australia and that is the best part.
New data reveals which airlines are on time
New data has been released, revealing which Aussie airlines depart on time the most and which ones are more likely to arrive late.
I said I’d never cruise again, see why I’ve changed my mind
After 23 years I took the plunge and went on the seven day cruise of the South Pacific I said I would never do again. Here’s my guide and tips for a fabulous cruising holiday.
Man’s epic comeback after woman steals seat
A man has been applauded for what he said to a fellow plane passenger after she sat in his seat and later wanted to switch back to her original spot.
Hundreds of buses affected by strike
Commuters have been urged to allow extra time for travel or prepare alternative arrangements as bus drivers in one state walk off the job.
Why Aussie dad is tearing up US citizenship
Jimmy Scott is a formerly “patriotic American”, but the father-of-two says a string of changes in the US have made him “ashamed” to be American.
Surprise Aussie beach named our ‘best’
As a country with thousands of kilometres of coastline, it’s come as quite the shock that not a single Aussie beach made the top 10 in the world.
Terrifying new plane crash video released
Shocking new footage moments before a Delta aircraft hits the tarmac and flips has been released, with the crash leaving multiple injured.
‘Gaga land’: Premier unleashes over train strikes
NSW Premier Chris Minns has unleashed on a popular radio host amid a long-running dispute with the rail union as commuters face a fifth day of confusion.
‘Blackmail’: Premier blasts train strikers
NSW Premier Chris Minns has slammed the rail union’s latest action as “ridiculous” and said the government can’t cave to “blackmail” as more than 300 trains were cancelled.
Aussie state tourists can’t get enough of
One Aussie state’s major airport welcomed more than three million passengers in January, shattering the previous record by more than 70,000.
Tourist loses hands in horror shark attack
Witnesses said that the woman’s family were watching on in horror from the beach as her husband tried to fight off the shark.
Dad films as son swallowed by whale
A kayaker was swallowed whole and then spat out by an enormous humpback whale, with the incredible incident captured on camera.
Bikinis banned at major tourist hotspot
A major tourist hotspot in Europe will hand out hefty fines to tourists who walk around in their bikinis on street – and also to those who urinate publicly.
‘Liquid quicksand’: 28yo’s grim death
Horrifying video shows a cliff jumper’s fatal leap from infamously dangerous cliffs in Hawaii. Warning: Distressing content
Huge reaction to Virgin’s pet row plans
Virgin Australia will be the first airline in the country to do this if it’s grand plan is approved – but not everyone appears to be on board.
Wild $3.50 Qantas business class hack
The moment Aussies discovered that a random Big W toy for $3.50 could earn them a Qantas business class flight, they rushed to purchase it.
Pyramid hidden for Millennia unearthed
Archaeologists have unearthed a vast ancient pyramid that was hidden for millennia, right next to a revered sacred city.
Aussies in wild brawl at famous Bali club
Several foreigners, including one identified as an Australian, beat up security outside Finns Beach Club in North Kuta.
Wild amount fish n’ chip shop reviewed
Aussies sure love their fish and chips, but there’s one takeaway joint that’s proven to be just as popular as the rest with thousands of reviews.
Qantas brings back popular service
Qantas has brought back a popular service to a major city after it was halted during Covid.
‘Vital’: Big call on move to own Rex
A major union has welcomed the federal government’s promise to keep beleaguered Rex Airlines flying in regional and remote Australia.
One dead after rock star’s jet crashes
One person has been killed and others injured after a rock star’s private jet veered off the runway at a US airport.
‘Want to cry’: Passenger’s package goes viral
A passenger has received more than 5 million views on a 20-second clip of an item on board a plane that almost had him in tears.
No airline can beat Virgin in this category
Virgin Australia appears to be unbeatable in this one category, with the Aussie airline winning the reputable award for the seventh consecutive year.
Qatar Airways no longer world’s best airline
Qatar Airways has been knocked off its perch as World’s Best Airline with a surprise carrier now dominating the top spot.
Passengers strip off for insane naked cruise
An 11-day nude cruise has just set sail, but while passengers can bare their butts on-board, there are plenty of strict rules in place.
Massive migration rush from one nation
While there is no denying that Australia is popular with people around the world, there is one nation flocking down other more than any other.
Top 10 Aussie beaches revealed
Move over Bronte and Byron Bay, Australia has a new best beach according to the national tourism council
Aussies embrace wild new ‘legal high’ trend
A “mind-bending” new trend is sweeping the nation, with Australians rushing to experience a “natural high” in record numbers.
Hidden truth behind Aussie destination
It’s one of Australia’s most famous holiday destinations, but it’s been tainted by a claim that’s been perpetuated for over a decade.
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