Decades-long debate over river flows on amid new plan A pristine river home to endangered fish is at the centre of renewed debate about water use, as environment groups call to protect a vast tropical savanna. AAP · Apr 24
Why Laura Brown still harbours a love of Sydney A smile from a quokka at the wildlife park, the freshest fish at Margaret and a nap on Bronte Beach remind the fashion editor of the joys of her home city Evening Standard · Apr 24
‘The horror – 14 alarms in the morning’: backpacker hostels evolve as young people seek privacy over packed dorms Out with wild parties, in with soft lighting and wellness centres. Welcome to the new age of backpacking The Guardian - AU · Apr 22
‘It’s a big loss’: what happens when a beautiful village loses its bus stop? Mousehole in Cornwall once had a butcher, a post office and a general store. Now, it doesn’t even have an ATM – and one of its crucial bus services has been cut short. Can residents save this vital resource? The Guardian - UK · Apr 21
Ghost town fears don't spook new airport suburb backers A suburban development near a new international airport will not become a white elephant, the government insists despite scepticism and past failures. AAP · Apr 21
Prince Harry and Meghan’s Australia trip 'carefully controlled' to lessen negativity - but how successful was it really? According to an associate professor, if the couple thinks the visit went well it's because 'nothing has gone wrong' directly Woman & Home · Apr 20
Meghan Markle And Prince Harry Reportedly Brutally Snubbed By A Big Aussie Star “She was ‘snubbed’ by 99.999% of Australia too…” Bored Panda · Apr 20
Prince Harry and Meghan 'acting outside' the rules Queen Elizabeth set for them The Duke and Duchess of Sussex's four-day Australia trip has definitely raised some eyebrows Woman & Home · Apr 18
Who is the rival family pitted against Gina Rinehart in a long-running court case – and is she still the richest person in Australia? The supreme court has handed down its judgment in a case over mining royalties. Here’s what you need to know The Guardian - AU · Apr 15
Australia’s richest person ordered to share mining royalties after decade-long dispute Gina Rinehart told to pay descendants of her late father’s business partner The Independent UK · Apr 15
Prince Harry and Meghan arrive in Australia for a low-key, privately funded visit Prince Harry and his wife Meghan have begun their first Australian visit since their official royal tour in 2018 The Independent UK · Apr 14
Inside Meghan Markle's Alleged Aussie Tour Demands—From Banning Prince Harry's Exes to a Strict Curfew Anonymous sources say Meghan Markle set strict rules for her Australia tour, from banning contact with Prince Harry's exes to seeking Taylor Swift-level buzz for her brand. International Business Times UK · Apr 13
Less pomp, more cosplay: Prince Harry and Meghan’s ‘faux royal’ Australian tour Promotional events with hefty price tags are on the agenda, alongside visits to a children’s hospital, women’s homeless service and the war memorial The Guardian - AU · Apr 13
Harry, Meghan prepare for a very different royal visit The Duke and Duchess of Sussex's four-day trip Down Under is expected to present a stark contrast to their triumphant 2018 trip as working royals. AAP · Apr 12
AAP · Apr 12 Tourism funding boost to help cyclone-hit towns recover Towns reliant on tourism will receive help to rebuild with a support package on its way for businesses rocked by Cyclone Narelle.
Evening Standard · Apr 6 Roxanne First's insider guide to Cape Town The jewellery designer says you can’t beat the South African city for incredible views, an up-and-coming food scene and sundowners on the beach
The Guardian - AU · Apr 3 The most beautiful coast in the world? Exploring New Zealand’s overlooked Nelson Tasman by sand and sea For years this region was regarded as little more than a gateway from the North Island to the South. But spend several days there and you’ll ache to tear yourself away
We Got This Covered · Mar 31 ‘Terrible service!’: Blind man arrives at hotel only to find no staff working at night, now he has to find a way to his room without sight Many of us take our sight for granted.
AAP · Mar 30 'Pretty devastating': tourism hit by rare cyclone One of Australia's most remarkable cyclones may impact a state's tourism sector after leaving a trail of damage across the country.
AAP · Mar 29 Tree-changers seeking smaller communities for new lives City-dwellers are increasingly moving to smaller communities rather than regional cities to escape housing and transport costs, a report has found.
Bored Panda · Mar 27 Petition Against Prince Harry And Meghan Markle’s Upcoming Trip Gathers Over 38k Signatures A person on Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s team claimed people were making a “stupid assertion” about their upcoming trip to Australia.
The Times of India · Mar 25 Australia announces travel ban on Iranians for 6 months amid Middle East tensions Australia has announced a temporary ban on Iranian tourists, citing concerns over regional instability and the risk that visitors may not be able to return home.
AAP · Mar 25 Australia shuts door on Iranian visa holders Australia will no longer allow thousands of Iranians with temporary visas to enter the country over concerns they might overstay under sweeping new reforms.
The Guardian - AU · Mar 24 Petrol prices are rising, but Australians don’t appear to be driving less or taking public transport more – yet Vehicle numbers on key Sydney and Melbourne roads hold steady, as calls grow for free or cheaper public transport to encourage people to drive less
Marie Claire · Mar 19 King Frederick Lets Queen Mary Shine on Visit to Australia "For me, Australia has held a very special place in my heart,” King Frederick said.