Aussie heartthrob’s Qantas role as travellers face delays
Qantas has tapped several famous Aussies for its first campaign in a decade, after the national carrier upset travellers with massive union strikes on footy finals weekend. See the video.
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Qantas quietly makes change that will cost travellers more
The national carrier has quietly increased the cost of changing or cancelling domestic flight bookings. See how much it will cost you.
Rare photos as bird takes out snake
A snake catcher has revealed how crazy the season will be after a photographer captured stunning and rare photos of a bird snagging a giant sea snake. SEE THE PHOTOS, VIDEOS
Why Aussie island is no swim paradise
K’gari may be the largest sand island and one of the most beautiful places in the world, but recent shark catches may have some visitors thinking twice about taking a dip. SEE THE PHOTOS
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School principal’s secret past as Resident Evil character revealed
A retired principal now living in a Queensland paradise was walking the streets of Tokyo when he was made an offer he couldn’t refuse. Almost 30 years later, dedicated fans tracked him down and got him to don the costume once more.
Virgin founder’s celeb-magnet island reopens after massive makeover
Sir Richard Branson’s luxe Noosa Makepeace Island resort, which costs A-list guests upwards of $19,000 per night, has reopened after a multimillion-dollar revamp. See the exclusive photos.
‘Kills in 24 hours’: Dad’s near death, amputation threat from bacteria
A fit and healthy Brisbane father nearly died and will never have feeling in his arm again after a bacteria invaded his arm at a popular Sunshine Coast caravan park. Warning: graphic content and pictures.
How to save hundreds on your next holiday
The demand for travel has reached its highest among Aussie jetsetters, but budgets are becoming tighter. This is how you can get a good holiday deal without breaking the bank.
‘Will there be doggie bags?’: Virgin’s bold pets move divides
Virgin Australia has sparked a lively debate with plans to allow travellers to bring cats and dogs on board. Take our poll. Have your say.
Watch: Oblivious dog stalked by ravenous croc on beach
Is this Australia’s luckiest dog? A nail-biting video has emerged revealing the rarely-observed stalking tactics of the Sunshine State’s most feared predator. SEE THE VIDEO
From $389k: Who owns Qld’s private islands, what they paid
Foreign investors, millionaire entrepreneurs and your regular Joes – take a look at who owns Queensland’s tropical islands and how much they paid.
Golf course, spa, pool, gym: Abandoned Qld island resort set for five-star makeover
The popular resort was left to decay for a decade with smashed walls, scattered furniture, rubbish, and an algae-laden pool. But all that’s about to change with a major, luxurious makeover.
WATCH: Incredible footage as surfers spend hours drifting 50km out at sea
It started as a rare surfing trip with mates to an island paradise. What unfolded was an anxious wait by seven blokes in shark infested waters into the night, as a rescue helicopter hovering above them ran low on fuel. SEE THE VIDEO
Mea culpa over $20k a night private island claim
High-profile developer Chris Morris has apologised for using the term “private island” to describe an exclusive new retreat for the ultra-wealthy.
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