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Foul discovery in Airbnb apartment
A Queensland couple received far more than they bargained for inside a Melbourne Airbnb they booked for a six-night getaway.
Airbnb slams new plan for Byron Bay
Byron Shire Council’s new plan to restrict properties to just 90 days of short-term holiday rentals has sparked backlash from Airbnb.
‘Overrun’: Number shows Byron is cooked
It’s the place to be seen on holiday but one number shows the huge damage that greed is having on this one-time paradise.
Airbnb co-founder mocked over listing
Airbnb’s billionaire co-founder Brian Chesky is allowing guests to stay in a private room in his San Francisco – but there’s just one problem.
Aussies’ $11.5k move as cost of living bites
Over two-thirds of Australians are looking for a way to combat the rising cost of living, with some considering one move to score them thousands.
Ugly World Cup Airbnb conditions exposed
Cockroach riddled and ridiculously overpriced Airbnb rentals are the latest hit to Qatar’s World Cup accommodation horror.
Loophole in Airbnb housing crisis crackdown
A tight rental market and housing crisis has led to a crackdown on short-term rentals, but some agents have found a way to get around it.
‘No bookings at all’: Airbnb hosts panic
Airbnb hosts are panicking about a sudden drop in bookings – prompting an outpouring of complaints from former guests.
Secret in Byron no one told you about
If you’re planning a trip to Byron Bay, consider something a little off-road from your typical Airbnb and acai bowls and you won’t be disappointed.
New app offers taste of the rich life
A wildly popular American business has arrived Down Under, promising to replicate the Airbnb experience for Australian car enthusiasts.
Airbnb guests stranded amid infuriating find
A family booked a house in Byron Bay ahead of a wedding, but were left utterly gobsmacked over what they discovered when they went to check in.
Drastic measure to solve rental crisis
A local council is going all out to solve the city’s rental housing crisis and asking suspicious neighbours to do one thing.
Photo of strange hotel find goes viral
It’s not something you would ever expect to find when you check into an Airbnb – which is why this snap has gone viral.
Aussie mum’s ‘hate’ booms into $20m idea
While on holiday with her young family, Aussie mum Alexandra Ormerod realised there was a big problem facing families desperate for a relaxing break.
Inside loan shark’s ritzy waterfront mansion
A ritzy “Versace-inspired” multimillion-dollar mansion – owned by one of the Gold Coast’s notorious identities – is up for rent on Airbnb.
‘Not OK’: Airbnb blasted over listing
Airbnb has swiftly removed a $165 a night bed and breakfast listing after it was lambasted in a viral TikTok.
‘Pristine’: Renovation uplifts Port Douglas property to a highly rated Airbnb
A stunning property fronting a beautiful beach north of Port Douglas has undergone a beautiful renovation and operates as a profitable Airbnb.
Bali tourist’s huge Airbnb mistake
Bree Robertson has revealed her strange twist of events after booking an Airbnb in Bali for a romantic getaway with her partner.
Netflix cops backlash over Stranger Things
Tens of thousands have signed petitions demanding Netflix reverse a controversial move regarding the hit series Stranger Things.
Surgery addict cops backlash over $7000 plea
A heavily injected and tattooed influencer has copped major backlash for asking followers to help pay for an apartment she “trashed”.
Woman booted from Airbnb over bin item
A woman has documented the terrifying moment her Airbnb host kicked her out of the accommodation she rented over an item she found in the bin.
‘Significant’ pain coming for Airbnb owners
An Aussie council has announced a shock crackdown on one group of homeowners, warning of “significantly higher” costs to come.
Art deco Sherbrooke home could smash record
A 100-year-old property with a Hollywood-style pool and tennis court, which goes for more than $1000 per night to Airbnb guests, is ready to blossom under the care of a new owner.
Airbnb sued for allegedly misleading Aussies
Airbnb has announced it will refund thousands of Australians after being taken to Federal Court. Here’s why.
Airbnb bails out of China amid lockdowns
Airbnb is shutting down its business in China amid a never-ending lockdown, and will instead focus on helping people there plan trips outside the country.
$25m Airbnb stay has buyers scrambling
An ‘unimaginable and unforgettable’ luxury pad, almost 10 years in the making has become one of the Australia’s most awe-inspiring listings.
Airbnb reveals biggest change in ‘a decade’
The accommodation booking platform has gone through a change the company’s CEO says is the biggest seen in a decade – and it will impact everyone.
Accused Airbnb drug dealer in rehab
A glamorous marketer accused of dealing drugs out of Airbnbs and using bogus credit cards as part of a designer goods fraud scheme is in rehab.
Airbnb lets employees work anywhere
Airbnb has announced a new ‘work-from-anywhere’ policy that allows employees to work from 170 countries, forever.
Woman’s creepy find behind Airbnb bed
A TikToker has shared a video which has left social media users baffled, after drops of what look like blood were found in her room.
Woman accused of drug deals using Airbnbs
A glamorous marketer is accused of dealing drugs out of Melbourne Airbnbs and using bogus credit cards as part of a designer goods fraud scheme.
Treasurer delivers 2022 federal budget
Treasurer Josh Frydenberg handed down his fourth budget with cost of living, defence and infrastructure spending on the table. Watch live.
‘I was selfish’: Jamie Kah speaks out about Airbnb saga
Jamie Kah has opened up about the Mornington Airbnb saga last year, describing it as “one of the darkest times of my life”.
All-Star triumph ‘special’ for Kah after spring absence
It was only a matter of time before Jamie Kah picked up a big race win this autumn as she saluted in the All-Star Mile at Flemington.
Woman’s chilling find in Airbnb bathroom
A 25-year-old has been left horrified after finding a device in an Airbnb bathroom during a stay in Austin, Texas.
Editorial: Kah’s pure genius helps put Airbnb demons behind her
Any doubts that Jamie Kah would never return to her best in the saddle have been put to bed. She is riding better than ever.
Inside wild Airbnb party where teen stabbed
Details about what happened in the moments before a birthday party stabbing have been revealed in court as two mates learned their fate.
Genius way strangers are helping Ukrainians
Good Samaritans have adopted an unorthodox method to get money directly into the pockets of people in war-torn Ukraine.
Top destinations for Aussie travellers
New data from Airbnb has revealed the top international destinations being eyed by Aussies and surprisingly, Bali isn’t number one.
Taxpayers hit with $500k Airbnb bill
Australian taxpayers have been hit with a $500,000 Airbnb bill to house government officials. Here’s why.
Insane feature in world’s priciest Airbnb
It costs more than $50,000 to stay for a single night, but there’s a reason this is the world’s most expensive Airbnb.
Airbnb guest refuses to return stolen cat
A family vacationing in California have stolen a cat from their rental home and refuse to give it back to its owner because it was allegedly neglected.
Stabbing after teen Airbnb party crashed
Two mates who savagely attacked a teen after a brawl broke out continue to claim they were acting in self defence, putting them at odds with police.
Incredible detail in real life Bluey house
The home of the famous cartoon dog family has been recreated in Brisbane, down to the tiniest details only true fans will recognise.
Chilling find in the middle of the night
Sure, home rental services like Airbnb have changed the way we travel – and normally for the better. But more options means guests could fall prey to these criminal hustles.
Live in Italy for a year, without paying rent
Airbnb is offering one lucky person the opportunity to live rent-free in Italy for a year in a newly renovated three-bedroom townhouse.
Insane Airbnb charges $100-a-night for tent
An Airbnb host has inadvertently gone viral on social media after her backyard listing was spotted by a desperate tourist.
Woman stung by wild Airbnb fine
A woman was hit with a bill for thousands in damages after offering a friend her Airbnb account for the weekend.
‘Trashed’: Bloody Airbnb party chaos
Short-stay accommodation has been trashed across Sydney in wild parties. Here is the shocking damage caused in out-of-control events.
New year signals fresh start for Zahra after Airbnb ban
Mark Zahra reveals why he wanted to get away from racing while serving his Airbnb suspension as he prepares for his return on New Year’s Day at Flemington.
Brown taking steps to repay faith after Airbnb ban
Ethan Brown made the best possible return to riding last week from his ban for breaking Covid rules and he’s determined to repay the loyalty of trainers.
Airbnb’s wild list of rules goes viral
An Airbnb is going viral for all the wrong reasons after a guest staying at the home shared the wild list of rules they had to adhere to.
Wild schoolies’ shock house destruction
Schoolies have trashed an Airbnb, leaving the owner with a massive bill. Here’s why there are fears the havoc will continue.
The Home Alone house is on Airbnb
With Christmas just around the corner, Airbnb is offering an unprecedented holiday for fans of Home Alone to channel their inner child.
‘Racist’ note at Airbnb shocks guests
A guest who stayed at an Airbnb in Christchurch has revealed the shock and fear that went through his mind when he noticed a horror note at the property.
Stay in Carrie Bradshaw’s apartment for $31
Sex and the City viewers scoffed at Carrie’s ability to rent a fancy apartment in New York – but a handful of lucky fans will get the opportunity to do just that.
Online giant cracks down on parties
People hoping to ring in the New Year at an Airbnb property will have to come up with an alternative as the company continues to crack down on revelry.
Airbnb jockeys Melham, Brown banned for lying
Ben Melham was told to clean up his act after he was hit with the longest ban of the five Airbnb jockeys for giving misleading evidence to stewards.
Family’s Airbnb trip turns deadly
A three-year-old boy and his parents have been found dead in an Airbnb, with authorities blaming a potential gas leak for the tragedy.
Airbnb guest vanishes without a trace
Months before Gabby Petito’s story made international headlines, a young woman disappeared in California. How she vanished is a mystery.
Airbnb jockeys: Melham, Brown guilty of misleading stewards
Ben Melham and Ethan Brown, two of the ‘Airbnb 5’, have been found guilty of misleading stewards during the inquiry into the illegal Mornington gathering.
Jamie Kah case highlights Queensland’s flawed appeals system
The outcome of the controversial Airbnb party would have been far different in Queensland as calls to fix the state’s broken appeals system grow louder.
Banned golden girl to front Supreme Court
The decision to host an illegal gathering at an Airbnb and then mislead stewards over who was there has turned into a million-dollar mistake.
Kah to fight two-month lying ban in Supreme Court
Jamie Kah insists she did not lie to stewards in the Airbnb probe and has launched Supreme Court action against the extra ban to clear her name and reputation.
Kah’s barrister reveals $1m spring hit in penalty plea
Jamie Kah’s barrister has pleaded for a suspended sentence after the star jockey was found guilty of misleading stewards, saying she has already been penalised enough.
Zahra loses appeal, cops extra ban for lying
Mark Zahra has copped an extra whack for giving false evidence to stewards after failing in his appeal against his spring carnival ban for a lockdown breach.
Jamie Kah pleads ‘not guilty’ to allegedly lying
Jamie Kah will learn her fate on Wednesday as the Victorian Racing Tribunal considers whether the star jockey allegedly provided false or misleading evidence to Stewards.
Airbnb ban increased for ‘extremely sorry’ jockey
Apprentice jockey Celine Gaudray has been handed a partly-suspended ban for lying to stewards in relation to the illegal Airbnb party.
Melham, Brown dispute claims they misled stewards
The barrister acting on behalf of banned jockeys Ben Melham and Ethan say their false evidence charges hinge on one crucial point.
‘Very serious matters’ see Kah hearing expedited
Jamie Kah’s barrister wants her hearing into charges of misleading stewards to be dealt with urgently because of “very serious” matters happening in the background.
Why Zahra delayed Airbnb party confession
Mark Zahra has explained why he initially denied being at an illegal Airbnb party as details emerge of a phone call between him and stewards.
‘Stunning’: Australia’s best Airbnb revealed
From a cabin in Mudgee to a luxe architecturally designed pad in Tasmania, these are the best Airbnb stays we have in Australia.
Megan Fox slammed for Airbnb sex brag
The Transformers actress took to Instagram with an extreme sex confession, which fans have collectively dubbed “gross”.
Opinion: Jockey apologies via social media don’t cut the mustard
Senior News Corp racing writer Ben Dorries says it would be good if jockeys banned over the Airbnb scandal looked the world in the eye rather than making apologies on social media.
Remorseful Melham apologises for party breach
Suspended jockey Ben Melham has issued an apology for being present at an illegal Airbnb party but will still appeal against the severity of his ban.
Chief steward: No “credible evidence” more racing people at Airbnb party
Stewards have investigated industry scuttlebutt in regard to whether there could have been more racing people at the Airbnb jockey party.
Zahra counts cost of ban, as Airbnb five front Tribunal
Caulfield Cup winner Mark Zahra will lodge prizemoney records to prove the severity of his three-month ban.
Airbnb scandal: Jockeys to appear before Tribunal Thursday
Five jockeys at the centre of the now infamous Airbnb party in Mornington have been called to appear before the Victorian Racing Tribunal on Thursday.
Nick Williams: Airbnb jockey appeals “ridiculous & disrespectful”
Melbourne Cup winning owner Nick Williams can only shake his head that three of the jockeys suspended over the Airbnb scandal are appealing their bans.
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