News

The latest travel news and updates from across Australia. Expect the inside scoop on brand-new experiences, upcoming hotel openings and events you should have on your radar.

Highlights
Watch AT
Opinion

Australia

Can you say these 10 tongue-twister Australian place names?

The awkward moment when you realise you’ve been mispronouncing a place your whole life…

Australia

Australia ranks second in world’s most unspoilt landscapes

Australia has come in second on the list of the world’s most unspoilt landscapes.

Sydney

Luna Park to open immersive experience attraction by Christmas

Luna Park is set to undergo a massive transformation, starting with the Big Top.

Captains Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse at funnel of Disney Wonder cruise ship

Australia

Disney Wonder has arrived in Australia for its debut season

Disney Cruise Line is ready to bring some magic to the Australian cruise scene.

Australia

The iconic Aussie landmark named the best place for stunning sunsets

Uluru has long staked its claim as one of Australia’s most iconic places to visit, but it recently gained another title that sets it apart from the rest.

Woman coming out of the water at Ellis Beach in Cairns

Australia

10 Australian place names you’ve probably been saying wrong

From capital cities (yes, seriously) to iconic neighbourhoods, Aussie-bred mispronunciations are frighteningly common.

Sydney

First look: Sydney opens its doors

The highly anticipated W Sydney opened its doors on 12 October, becoming the third W hotel on Australian soil.

Hobart

Dark Mofo 2024 cancelled

After a successful festival this year, Dark Mofo has been called off for 2024.

Mandurah takes out Australia’s Top Tourism Town Award

The winners of Australia's Top Tourism Town Awards mark a first for one Aussie state.

Need tips, more detail or itinerary ideas tailored to you? Ask AT.

Australia’s top 10 towns for 2025 revealed

Read

Watch AT

See all

Opinion

Aerial view of yellow kayaks in blue sea at sunset in summer

KKassia Byrnes

How to survive a group trip wage gap

Travelling with a group of people who all make vastly different amounts of money? This is how to stay friends afterwards.

The heritage facade of The Tasman in Hobart

RRachael Thompson

I checked into Hobart’s most delicious hotel and didn’t want to leave

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 worth adding to your wishlist.

The rise of passion travel: how your hobby can shape your next trip

TTaylah Darnell

The rise of passion travel: how your hobby can shape your next trip

By swapping postcard-perfect itineraries for passion-fuelled adventures, travellers are finding new ways to explore and connect.

KKassia Byrnes

9 plane etiquette rules every passenger should follow

Discover the indisputable rules of domestic plane etiquette.

A hotel bathroom with a freestanding bath overlooking Sydney Harbour Bridge

RRachael Thompson

I’ve stayed in 21 hotels in Sydney and this is my favourite

Welcome to the first instalment of 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 worth adding to your wishlist.