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Some Palestinians’ Australian visas reinstated but others remain trapped overseas

Some Palestinians’ Australian visas reinstated but others remain trapped overseas

In short: Some Palestinians whose visas were cancelled as they were trying to travel to Australia have now had their documents reissued, but others have not. The ABC has been told additional security and other checks have been carried out, leading to reversals in some cases. What’s next? Those in limbo, including 23-year-old Palestinian man Hani, have...

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All the winners in the 2023 Qantas Australian Tourism Awards

All the winners in the 2023 Qantas Australian Tourism Awards

The 2023 Qantas Australian Tourism Awards spotlighted the country’s top tourism operators at the award-winning Darwin Convention Centre recently with Gold, Silver and Bronze recipients recognised from more than 180 tourism businesses nationwide. The Australian Tourism Industry Council’s premier event had 26 categories, including the new Excellence in Accessible Tourism award to encourage more operators...

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All the winners from the 2023 Australian Tourism Awards – Travel Weekly

All the winners from the 2023 Australian Tourism Awards – Travel Weekly

More than 180 leading tourism operators gathered over the weekend for the 2023 Qantas Australian Tourism Awards, held at the Darwin Convention Centre. “The Australian Tourism Awards are the tourism industry’s most prestigious awards which showcases innovation and business excellence,” chairperson, Australian Tourism Awards, Shaun De Bruyn, said. said Shaun de Bruyn, Chairperson, Australian Tourism...

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Australian Budget Airline Adds More Seats For Bali Tourists

Australian Budget Airline Adds More Seats For Bali Tourists

Share The Article Australian tourists have just received even greater access to the Island of the Gods. Tourists from Australia’s Northern Territories can fly with low-cost airline Jetstar to Bali on one of thousands more sets added to the Bali schedule.  Australia’s budget airline, Jetstar, is one of the most in-demand flight providers to Bali...

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Secluded chalet provides solitude in the South West

Secluded chalet provides solitude in the South West

Down a winding road in Busselton, a gentle amber glow seeps through the canopy of the rose gum trees surrounding my chalet. The towering trees, hand-planted by Andrew and Fran Robinson nearly 15 years ago, cast a serene spell upon the landscape. The property itself has been in Fran’s family for seven decades, where it...

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10 of South Australia’s tourism best shine in national awards

10 of South Australia’s tourism best shine in national awards

Share Tweet Share Share Email Image credit: Adelaide Fringe South Australia has emerged as a shining star at the recent Qantas Australian Tourism Awards, with ten exceptional tourism businesses claiming top honours on the national stage. The prestigious event, hosted by Qantas, celebrates excellence across 26 categories, recognising the best in the nation’s tourism industry....

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South Australia To Host 2025 National Tourism Awards

South Australia To Host 2025 National Tourism Awards

South Australia will host the 2024 Qantas Australian Tourism Awards next year, marking the event’s 40th anniversary. The announcement was made last night in Darwin at the 2023 national awards, at which some of South Australia’s tourism operators were acknowledged for their incredible contribution to the sector. The Adelaide Fringe was awarded Gold in the...

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Why this iconic Aussie tourist site is shutting down

Why this iconic Aussie tourist site is shutting down

The Horizontal Falls are just one of the highlights of Western Australia’s Kimberley region. Photo / Tourism Western Australia One of Australia’s most beautiful nature sites will only be allowing tourist visitors for the next four years, before closing to the public for good. Horizontal Falls in Western Australia was once dubbed one of the...

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Canberra winners at 2023 Australian Tourism Awards | Canberra Daily

Canberra winners at 2023 Australian Tourism Awards | Canberra Daily

Canberra has been well represented at the 2023 Qantas Australian Tourism awards held last night at the Darwin Convention Centre, claiming honours in seven categories. Over 180 leading tourism operators vied for top honours across the 26 categories announced at the industry’s premier event. The ACT had three nominees win gold in their category, while...

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How to spend a vibrant weekend in Melbourne

How to spend a vibrant weekend in Melbourne

Along with its position at the very bottom of the continent – only Hobart beats it for southerly latitude and Southern Ocean chill – Melbourne might have been purpose built to challenge accepted notions of Australian city life. It can seem topographically bland, prone to capricious cold and hot snaps, and, if blessed by a...

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Boating through Horizontal Falls to end in 2028 as West Australian government curbs tourism attraction

Boating through Horizontal Falls to end in 2028 as West Australian government curbs tourism attraction

In short: The unique natural phenomenon is one of WA’s prime tourism drawcards, bringing thousands of people to the north-west annually. The decision to close tours through the falls has received mixed responses from within the state’s tourism industry, as traditional owners welcome the change. What’s next? New tourism offerings around the falls are being developed in partnership with the...