Aussie stay where nothing is as it seems
Tucked away in the heart of Melbourne, this boutique hotel has you guessing before you even set foot in the door.
Victoria
Truth about iconic tourist site shocks Aussies
It’s an Aussie site that attracts droves of tourists – but there is one thing about it that is a huge misconception.
Disneyland Australia plan revealed
Dreams of an Aussie Disneyland have been swirling for years, but one MP has revealed how the magic could be brought Down Under.
‘We hate Australia’: Brits trolled for video
Two British travellers who made a video slamming the country, calling it “overrated” have been trolled online.
Aussie street crowned coolest in the world
A bustling Aussie street has been named the coolest street in the world, defeating some the most visited thorough fairs across the globe.
Melb penthouse used by rich and famous
What does $5000 a night get you at a five-star hotel? See inside the two-level hotel room in Melbourne booked by the rich and famous.
$20k room Swift rumoured to be staying in
Take a look inside the luxury hotels Taylor Swift is rumoured to be staying in during her time in Australia.
Fans lose it over Swiftie act on Qantas flight
Interstate Aussies en route to Melbourne ahead of Taylor Swift’s concerts got a surprise on this Qantas flight.
Warning for Swifties at Sydney, Melb shows
If you are travelling to Melbourne or Sydney for Taylor Swift’s concerts – there is one thing an expert says is too risky to forget.
Air route revealed as one of world’s busiest
This flight path in Australia is among the busiest in the world, new data revealing the most popular routes of 2023 shows.
Holiday chaos as multiple flights cancelled
Many travellers are now scrambling to rearrange their holiday plans after an airline cancelled multiple flights.
‘That’s rough’: Qantas act angers Aussie band
A young band on tour was left shocked and angry while waiting for a Qantas flight to Melbourne, taking to social media to vent their anger.
Only Aussie destination to make ‘cool list’
One state in Australia has done Aussies proud after it was named among the 30 must-visit destinations in the world for 2024.
Australian twist in Obama’s sweet post
Barack and Michelle Obama have shared the love on their 31st wedding anniversary, with a surprising cameo for Australia.
Aussie city’s huge call on Airbnb
The City of Melbourne has made a huge call on short-term rentals amid the housing crisis and Airbnb is not impressed.
Big winner in Taylor Swift tour madness
Taylor Swift has caused a huge spike in flights and hotels booked for Melbourne and Sydney, with data indicating the Aussie tour is attracting fans from overseas.
Monopoly themed experience coming to Australia
A huge, multimillion-dollar Monopoly themed experience is coming to Australia — and it’s not going to be on the Gold Coast.
Bizarre drink flavour Aussies travel to taste
There is one sentence that always shocks tourists visiting this distillery in a scenic Australian town.
Qantas plane midflight ‘engine issue’
A Qantas plane has been forced to turn around midflight after reportedly experiencing an engine issue shortly after takeoff.
Tourist puts Aussie culture on blast
A tourist has delivered a brutal take-down of Australia after touching down in the country two weeks ago.
Coastline returned to Aboriginal owners
A huge stretch of Australia’s coastline has been returned to Aboriginal owners – what does it mean for the area’s iconic tourist spots?
‘No idea’: Aussie attraction goes viral
It’s an attraction that has been around for years – but there’s some Aussies who are only just finding out about it now.
Woman dies after contracting rare illness
Once the virus has been contracted it can cause a rare but potentially serious infection of the central nervous system.
Big problem with Aussie bullet train
A bullet train from Sydney to Melbourne would change how Aussies travel. But experts have revealed why they are concerned.
Airports brace for mass strike chaos
It will be mayhem across major Australian airports next week, with strikes forecast to cause flight cancellations and lengthy service delays.
Aussie town home to new big landmark
The rainbow capital of a regional Australian town has been named the home of the latest in a long list of Big things scattered around the country.
Why Australia is the funniest country
From our laid-back Aussie attitude to our healthy disrespect of authority, here’s why Australia is the funniest country on the planet.
‘Creepy men’ could kill off nude beach
One of Victoria’s last remaining nudist beaches could be shuttered after a number of “illegal and inappropriate” acts have left locals furious.
Aussie town set to be next boom
It’s a town that’s one of those rare finds – great beaches, a delicious food scene and still super laid-back. That’s why it’s set to boom in 2022.
Change to AstraZeneca advice in Victoria
Victoria has changed its advice for those wanting AstraZeneca jabs as the state battles to keep soaring Delta cases in check.
Sutton denies ‘slug gate’ wrongdoing
Victoria’s chief health officer has stood by his decision to close a suburban catering business, despite allegations he ‘misled’ a parliamentary probe into it.
‘Shadow pandemic’ plaguing state
The number of children presenting to a Victorian hospital with severe mental health difficulties has been labelled a ‘shadow pandemic’.
Victoria bans vile hate symbol
Victoria will become the first Australian state to ban the swastika in response to a worrying rise of neo-Nazi activity.
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Slug Gate: fired-up Cook fronts inquiry
A parliamentary inquiry into a saga dubbed Slug Gate has heard claims of council bullying and doctored photographs.
‘Fantasy’: Dan blasts farm work plan
Daniel Andrews has savaged a ‘fantasy’ plan to bring more farm workers into Australia.
Dan makes bold vaccine promise
Daniel Andrews has made a bold Covid vaccine pledge as the Delta outbreak quickly spreads across his state.
Infant hospitalised with Covid-19
An infant is now one of dozens of patients hospitalised with Covid-19 in Victoria as case numbers continue to rise.
‘Disgusting’: Dan blasts anti-lockdown rally
Daniel Andrews has blasted the ‘shameful’ behaviour of protestors at a violent anti-lockdown protest in Melbourne.
Victoria’s new lockdown rules explained
Strict stay-at-home orders will be enforced across regional Victoria from today as authorities attempt to run down a growing outbreak in the state’s north.
Drastic rego plan could drive up fees
Completely overhauling Victoria’s car registration system has been proposed, but one very important person is not impressed.
Engaged couple punished for party
The family behind an illegal engagement party that took place in Caulfield North last week have been fined thousands of dollars.
Qantas hits back at Dan Andrews
Qantas has hit back at some snarky remarks made by Dan Andrews when he came out and publicly criticised Australian airlines.
Big change to vaccines for over-18s
Victoria has introduced a major change to how over 18s can get vaccines as it pushes for younger people to take up jabs.
Cash payments for struggling group
One group of Melbourne business owners hardest hit by lockdown restrictions are being offered thousands of dollars.
Cherry blossom festival coming to Victoria
Fire up Instagram because the Yarra Valley’s upcoming Cherry Hill Blossom Festival is just weeks away and promises to be a visual delight.
Victoria strengthens Delta barrier
Dan Andrews has brought in a strict new permit for some residents as he fights to keep NSW infections out of Victoria.
Tributes for tradie killed at work
A young tradie killed in a fatal fall on a construction site has been identified.
Dan’s admission about outbreak
Premier Daniel Andrews admitted one thing when asked for an update about how the current outbreak started.
People flouting mask rules in Victoria
Residents in Victoria are being warned about becoming complacent with Covid restrictions after people were spotted not wearing masks.
Region struck by ‘incomprehensible’ disaster
On New Year’s Eve 2019, the Upper Murray region was covered by smoke and surrounded by fire – a horror moment that’s still difficult for locals to comprehend.
Where you can go on a $75 airfare
The push to try to get travellers back in the air is ramping up again, with Virgin drastically slashing prices for one Australian destination.
‘Sold out’: Free vouchers gone within minutes
Victorians hoping to score a free travel voucher have expressed their frustration after the latest allocation was exhausted in just three minutes.
‘15 years of work gone in 10 minutes’
When a firestorm struck two Victorian towns in the summer of 2019-20, residents saw years of hard work go up in flames in just minutes.
Horror moment town had been waiting for
On New Year’s Eve 2019, one Gippsland town watched in disbelief as a devastating bushfire they’d “all been expecting” closed in.
Why now is a good time to visit Melbourne
Melbourne has got a lot of bad press lately but this city full of food and culture still has some surprises up its sleeve.
Lifeline for struggling Melbourne businesses
Melbourne tourism businesses and attractions have been handed a lifeline after crippling lockdowns with $200 travel vouchers for city travel to be released.
State to ease border with Victoria
One state will relax its border restrictions with Victoria as of 12.01am on Saturday. But still not everyone can get in.
Fly Melbourne to Sydney for $29
Airline fares between Australia’s two biggest cities have been drastically slashed, with customers set to reap the rewards of prices under $50.
New date for Melbourne’s Grand Prix
The international motorsport event has been rescheduled to later this year given the usual March opening was unrealistic amid the pandemic.
Holiday gridlock after West Gate smash
The horror week on Melbourne’s freeways for holiday-makers has continued with a six car crash shutting the West Gate Freeway outbound.
Tears and joy as SA border opens to VIC
Victorians have been encouraged to ‘get on the beers’ as they landed in South Australia on the first day of eased border restrictions.
Victoria’s bushfire bounce back
Rediscover the coastal and regional towns of Victoria and help support bushfire affected communities.
Fury at foreshore camping ban
While Victorians are finally able to leave their homes, there’s still a long road ahead before they’ll be able to take a holiday.
Surprise pub that’s the best in Australia
This quaint hotel, in a tiny town off the beaten track, is one of the country’s best kept secrets. Plan a road trip there, immediately.
Walk on the wildlife side
A four-day nature safari into bushfire-affected East Gippsland yields enviable wildlife encounters and the chance to help support native koalas
Victorian town hit by fires returns to calm
With its unspoilt beaches and lakes and coastal national parks and nature reserves, Mallacoota is a perfect getaway.
Coastal ‘jewels’ you need to see
The abundant wilderness of East Gippsland makes it the perfect escape into nature
Take home more than memories
From locally-grown honey to wine and goats cheese, there is plenty of delicious local produce to take home after a visit to East Gippsland.
International flights to Melbourne resume
Melbourne could start receiving direct international flights from Monday with Victoria to officially join the trans-Tasman travel bubble.
Arsonist tries to set 120yo bridge alight
An arsonist is believed to be behind an attempt to burn down an iconic 120-year-old Victorian tourist attraction east of Melbourne.
How Chadstone outbreak reached regional Vic
Brett Sutton has revealed how the Chadstone outbreak spread to regional Victoria but said it was up to police whether they were fined.
Cops take over quarantine hotel
Police officers have replaced private security guards at one of Melbourne’s quarantine hotels after they were stood down over fresh concerns.
Believe it or not, this is our own backyard
This picture may look like an idyllic setting in the Mediterranean, but it’s actually right here in Australia. So why not put it on your post-COVID road trip list?
Report that will make Sydney furious
An international report has revealed the Australian capital where people have the best quality of life, and it’s bad news for the Harbour City.
Warning over Melbourne’s bizarre pink lake
It may look like the ultimate selfie backdrop, but this pink lake in Melbourne comes with a warning for those who want the perfect photo.
Close encounter with swooping owl
A man who visited an Australian wildlife park had a close encounter with one of the resident owls during a daily bird show.
Surprise hotel named Australia’s No.1
Condé Nast Traveler has revealed its 2019 list of the top hotels in Australia, New Zealand and the world with a shock spot topping the Aussie list.
The best camping spots in Victoria
YOU’LL be surprised by how refreshing a nature getaway can be. Here are Victoria’s best weekend and week-long getaways.
There’s nothing better than camping with a dog
THESE are the best Aussie spots to go on a camping adventure with your pooch — and what you should do to make sure it’s the best trip possible.
This has to be Australia’s ‘richest’ spot
THIS area once produced most of the world’s gold. But the Victorian Goldfields, about an hour from Melbourne, is still as impressive as ever — and it offers a lot of other gems, too.
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