Search for ‘perfect photo’ blamed for rise in adult drowning
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Search for ‘perfect photo’ blamed for rise in adult drowning

Adults,not children,must be the focus of Australia’s water safety messaging,experts have warned,as more Australians visit unpatrolled locations.

  • byMary Ward

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‘No one around,no one can see you’:The rise of pod holidays

‘No one around,no one can see you’:The rise of pod holidays

An increasing number of simple,eco-friendly cabins are popping up in remote beauty spots as pod-mania sweeps the land.

  • bySue Williams
These South Coast cabins have been an off-grid escape for decades. The state government wants to demolish them

These South Coast cabins have been an off-grid escape for decades. The state government wants to demolish them

Don Hearn’s rough and ready bush cabins have been popular among surfers and holidaymakers for generations,but the Department of Planning says they do not meet current building standards.

  • byCatherine Naylor
Beyond relaxation:15 travel experiences that will open your mind

Beyond relaxation:15 travel experiences that will open your mind

When travelling,we want to learn things,be enlightened,and open our minds to new ways of understanding the world. Sightseeing and relaxation only get us so far.

  • byBrian Johnston
Ten amazing,hard-to-reach Aussie beaches worth the effort

Ten amazing,hard-to-reach Aussie beaches worth the effort

Australia is home to some of the world’s best beaches – but 43 per cent of them aren’t accessible by road.

  • byCraig Tansley
New reasons to visit as record number of Aussies head to Fiji

New reasons to visit as record number of Aussies head to Fiji

Two years since Fiji’s borders reopened,new attractions,hotels and tours are enticing Aussies as visitor numbers smash pre-COVID figures.

  • bySue Williams
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10 things you love about travel that kids will ruin

10 things you love about travel that kids will ruin

You may have grand plans for indulgence,relaxation and exploration. Unfortunately,your children have other ideas.

  • byDavid Whitley
More Aussies in Bali than ever,and Indonesia wants to return the favour

More Aussies in Bali than ever,and Indonesia wants to return the favour

Australians have returned to the island in droves,but the Albanese government is being urged to finally make travel to Australia easier for Indonesians.

  • byChris Barrett,Karuni Rompies andAmilia Rosa
No lining up early,bigger tips:My travel resolutions for 2024

No lining up early,bigger tips:My travel resolutions for 2024

I need to pack lighter,be a more generous tipper and stop lining up early at the boarding gate for flights.

  • byLee Tulloch
Airline review:Flying Jetstar was not a great way to start my holiday

Airline review:Flying Jetstar was not a great way to start my holiday

Jetstar’s low international fares are appealing,but at some point my patience with cancellations and delays will run out.

  • byKristie Kellahan
10 of the most luxurious ways to camp in Australia

10 of the most luxurious ways to camp in Australia

Expect plush linens,an ensuite bathroom and a private deck for stargazing.

  • byJulie Miller