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Australia

Qantas slashes flights and raises fares as fuel crisis bites

Four routes suspended, capacity cut five per cent as Iran war sends jet fuel costs soaring.

Lyrid Meteor Shower - Night astrophotography skies with light trails from streaking meteors in April.

Australia

The world’s oldest meteor shower is back – here’s how to see it in Australia

Your guide to catching the 2026 Lyrids.

Aerial view of Norwegian Spirit in Sydney Harbour

Cruising close to home: the best itineraries departing Sydney

Set sail aboard NCL's Norwegian Spirit, designed for the adult cruiser. Here are the Sydney departures, deals and reviews you need to read.

Broken Hill

The best Broken Hill accommodation for every type of traveller

Planning a trip to Broken Hill? There’s a stay to match all types of travellers that roll on into this town.

Broken Hill

Sink a cold one at the top Broken Hill pubs

Sinking a cold one on a hot afternoon hits differently in the outback – particularly at these Broken Hill pubs.

Broken Hill

The best caravan parks in Broken Hill to call home

Saddle up that RV. It’s time for a caravan trip out west towards Broken Hill.

Thirty Three Degrees restaurant in Tuncurry

Forster

The best Forster restaurants for contemporary coastal dining

Dive into a flourishing NSW foodie scene right off the coastline with the best Forster restaurants.

Forster

13 perfect Forster accommodation picks for every budget

Score easy access to the NSW beach town’s countless wonders with the best Forster accommodation to splurge – or save – on.

Forster

The 12 best cafes in Forster for slow beachy mornings

Linger longer at the best cafes in Forster to embrace the NSW North Coast town’s delightful snail-paced mornings.

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A gourmand’s guide to eating your way around Hamilton Island

Aerial shot of East Arnhem’s coastline as cars trace the curve of the shore.

Discovering East Arnhem: Australia’s most unique and rewarding corner

A flatlay of food from Lost Watering Hole.

8 towns in Victoria’s Heartland that will delight your tastebuds

Good food, beautiful nature & history: your guide to a long weekend in West Gippsland

woman walking through Standley Chasm near alice springs

8 Red Centre locations to explore after seeing the new movie, Kangaroo

pink Lake Tyrrel, Wimmera Mallee, Victoria Australia

Goat yoga to gastronomy: The ultimate guide to Wimmera Mallee, Vic

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I visited the Red Centre in low season – here’s why you should too

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RRachael Thompson

This coastal hotel proves you don’t need to leave Sydney for a proper escape

Welcome to Hotel Addict, a monthly column where I check into Australia’s best hotels, exploring not just the rooms, but the stories, service and settings that make each stay unforgettable and worthy of your wishlist.