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Singapore Airlines offers exclusive deals and exciting perks at the Time to Fly Virtual Travel Fair 2025, in collaboration with Mastercard.
Singapore Airlines (SIA) proudly announces the return of its highly anticipated Time To Fly Virtual Travel Fair, taking place online from October 10 to 25, 2025, in partnership with Mastercard. This annual online event offers customers exclusive...

Only one tragic clue left behind of boy, 4, missing in Australian outback for six days
August ‘Gus’ Lamont, vanished on Saturday from his grandparents’ homestead in the Outback. (Picture: Supplied) This is the first picture of a four-year-old boy who has been missing on his own in the Australian outback. August ‘Gus’ Lamont,...

One-third of consumers plan to use AI for holiday shopping
Dive Brief: A third of shoppers plan to use AI to assist with their holiday shopping this year, according to a UserTesting survey of 4,000 consumers in the U.S., the U.K., and Australia released Wednesday. Shoppers plan to use AI for gift ideas,...

Black Caps v Australia: Why Mitchell Santner wants New Zealand success over T20 riches
NZC’s approach, though, is admirable in the fact the national body has found a solution to what Black Caps coach Rob Walter labelled “the biggest challenge in the game”, accepting it will never be able to offer the riches of the franchise world....

Exploring Australia & New Zealand with Martin Travel
Our October episode takes us on an unforgettable journey to the other side of the world — Australia and New Zealand! Joining us is Judy Miron of Martin Travel, who recently experienced both destinations firsthand and now helps clients plan their...

One British pair among the entries for Maryland 5 Star, plus three others travel from Europe
Just one British pair appear among the Mars Maryland 5 Star entries for this year’s event (16-19 October), as Alex Bragg is set to make his debut at the event. This is not only Alex’s first time competing at Maryland, but his first time eventing...

Curious stats on starting a company in Australia: Budgeting and relocation essentials
Australia’s start-up scene is lively, practical and globally connected. Founders arrive for lifestyle, market access and stable rules, then stay for talent and community. Early choices on structure, cash flow and where to live shape momentum. This...
An Airbus A380 from Australia to South Africa took passengers on a 9-hour flight to nowhere after a satellite issue
2025-10-02T14:59:21Z Share Facebook Email X LinkedIn Reddit Bluesky WhatsApp Copy link lighning bolt icon An icon in the shape of a lightning bolt. Impact Link Save Saved Read in app A Qantas flight to South Africa returned to Australia after nine...

Australia’s Ashes squad leaked with seven debutants and England-eligible duo to make cut
Australia coach Kevin Walters’ 23-man squad for this year’s Ashes series has been revealed in advance of an official announcement: with seven debutants set to make the cut. Walters will not officially reveal his squad until the day after this...

Cricket Australia Chief Provides Latest Update on Pakistani Players NOCs for BBL
The Big Bash League (BBL) was rolling out the red carpet for Pakistani players set to participate in its upcoming Season 15, until the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) threw a wrench in those plans with its new NOC policy. According to its alleged new...

Australia’s Ultimate Barefoot Luxury Private Island Resort Is For Sale
Bedarra Island Resort, a jewel of the Great Barrier Reef, has been listed for sale. As Australia’s only freehold private island resort, it’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to boast complete ownership. You can own just the Resort (45 ha) or also...

Australian Vlogger Sparks Online Outrage After His 'India’s Deadliest Slum' Video Goes Viral
Australian Vlogger Sparks Online Outrage After His 'India’s Deadliest Slum' Video Goes Viral (Image Source - Pete Z/Instagram) A recent Instagram and YouTube post by Australian vlogger Pete Z has sparked backlash online for the way it portrayed...

Firefly invites travellers from across the world to explore Asean’s hidden treasures with exclusive online offers
SEPANG: Firefly, a subsidiary of Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG), has launched its latest monthly promotion — an exclusive global campaign inviting travellers to discover more destinations at greater value. Running until Oct 2, the promotion offers...

Tourists in limbo as US government shutdown disrupts flights, closes attractions
Australian travellers heading to the United States are being warned to expect disruptions after Congress failed to resolve a budget dispute. Major airports, national parks, and other government-run attractions are already being affected, leaving...

TOURISM TALANOA | ‘Handbrake on growth’
Over the past two years, Fiji’s tourism sector has done what many thought impossible. In 2024, we welcomed more than one million visitors—982,938 arriving by air and a further 81,854 by cruise—surpassing even the pre-pandemic high. By July 2025,...

Desperate hunt for little boy, 4, who vanished in Australian outback 6 days ago leaving behind a single footprint
A FOUR-year-old boy who went missing in the Australian outback has been pictured for the first time as the search enters its sixth day. August “Gus” Lamont, disappeared from his grandparents’ remote property on Saturday, only leaving behind a...

‘Pakistan’s agent, showing India is poor’: Australian vlogger stays in ‘India’s deadliest slum’ for 3 days, video triggers outrage
India remains one of the top travel destinations for foreigners, with many documenting their experiences across the country. In recent years, several international YouTubers, including those from Australia and South Korea, have faced criticism for...
Australia household consumption weakens, adding to rate-cut case
Economists expect the next cut in November, though money markets are fully pricing the next move by March [SYDNEY] Australia’s household spending came in weaker than expected in August, adding to the case for the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) to...
Australian Dollar Steadies Despite Disappointing Trade Balance Data
Wednesday, October 1, 2025 9:40 PM EDT Image Source: Unsplash Australian Dollar holds ground after the release of domestic Trade Balance data on Thursday. Australia’s Trade Surplus narrowed to 1,825M in August, well below expectations of 6,500M...
Holiday Inn Express launches world-first device in its hotel rooms
Wake up and smell the bacon. Holiday Inn Express by IHG is launching a world-first hotel experience with a scent-based alarm clock in an effort to improve guests’ sleep and mornings. Beeps and buzzers, be gone — the Holiday Inn Express Breakfast...