New Zealand
NZ wants gays to cross the ditch, to tie the knot
Tourist authorities have started a search for an Australian same-sex couple to be the first to marry in New Zealand.
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Robert Upe
Australia
Winners for 'best jobs in the world' announced
The winners of Tourism Australia six 'best jobs in the world' have been announced and come from all over the world.
Trends
What rich Chinese tourists want - and where they're going to get it
Profiles of rich Chinese travellers has been revealed in the latest research from luxury publishing group Hurun Report.
Air travel
Cheap flights to Uluru as Jetstar replaces Qantas
The revival of Ayers Rock tourism will get another boost this week when Jetstar replaces Qantas on the Sydney to Uluru route with cheap introductory fares of $129 one way.
Tourism
King Kong set to bring a throng of visitors
Opening night of King Kong is weeks away, but the irritable ape is already causing a stir.
French nickers cause a stink down under
Badly behaved French backpackers in Australia, who have been accused of shoplifting, getting drunk and showing disrespect for authority, have French officials worried about their country’s reputation.
From fleeing Taliban to 'best job in the world' contender
Daughter of the former Afghan president in the running for 'best job in the world'.
Snow
Cheapest skiing in four years as snow comes down
Things are looking up for skiers and snowboarders with early snowfalls across Australia's mountain resorts. Now, Thredbo is about to announce its cheapest day-ticket price in four years.
Finalists announced
Aussies fall short in 'best jobs in the world' contest
Tourism Australia's "best jobs in the world" competition has been whittled down to 18 finalists from 330,000 people from 196 countries, but there isn't an Australian among the final contenders.
Airlines
Branson gives AirAsia a serve as cross-dressing flight attendant
Richard Branson forced to serve as cross-dressing flight attendant on board AirAsia flight, but the tycoon got his own back.
Australia
Colbert endorses 'best job in the world' candidate
US talk show host Stephen Colbert is among the celebrities who have endorsed entrants for Tourism Australia's "best jobs in the world" competition.
Airlines
Virgin flight attendants get classier thanks to celebrity chef
A group of Virgin Australia flight attendants has gathered behind roller doors in a warehouse at Sydney's Waterloo.
Health
Doctors warn travellers against winging it
Headed to Bali? Beware of rabies and hepatitis. Thailand? Don't drink the water. Africa? Yellow fever is rife in some countries. India? Typhoid could kill you.
Tourism
Hottest destinations for Australians revealed
Australians are continuing to travel overseas in record numbers, with visitor numbers to some destinations surging.
Chinese superjumbo bound for Australia
Australian travellers are more spoilt for choice than ever with the news that another airline, China Southern, is to introduce A380 flights direct to Sydney.
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