Seeing the wild beauty of Australia’s national parks in different seasons is one of the greatest reasons to visit Down Under – it’s the best way for nature lovers to take in the epic beauty of the region at full scale. More than 19.75 per cent of Australia’s landmass are protected ...
there was considerable conflict on the frontier. At the same time, some settlers were quite aware they were usurping the Aborigines place in Australia. In 1845, settler Charles Griffiths sought to justify this, writing; "The question comes to this; which has the better...
Snorkel through an underwater world Ever wanted to wave g’day to a sea turtle? How about swim above colourful coral? At Australia’s top snorkelling spots, you can do just that. From shipwreck sites to the world’s largest coral reef, thesesnorkelling spotsare unforgettable. ...
Float under the canopy Few experiences are more fun than floating down the river on a raft. ABack Country Bliss tourcombines the leisure of drifting beneath the green canopy and the excitement of spying below the surface with a snorkel. It’s an unforgettable afternoon. ...
The region's main diplomatic bloc, the 18-member Pacific Islands Forum, which includes Australia, last year rejected a push by China for 10 nations to sign a security and trade deal amid concerns by the United States and its allies over Beijing's military ambitions. ...
Australia is a country on the brink of a water crisis. Understanding why water is scarce and where the water goes will be crucial to keeping Australia’s taps flowing as its population grows.
Be sure to explore South Bank, which has some nice restaurants and decent pubs. Wander the streets to admire the intricate architecture of the churches and cathedrals, and stop into the museums at the Queensland Culture Centre for a glimpse into the natural and cultural history of the region....
SYDNEY (Reuters) - Severe thunderstorms battered parts of eastern Australia on Saturday, bringing heavy rain, giant hail and strong winds, days after another storm hit the region over the Christmas holidays. A wild weather system is forecast to stretch more than 1,000 kms (620 miles) from...
Stay on Hamilton Island, Daydream Island or Long Island for a luxurious tropical escape, or find that feeling of freedom as you sail around the region. You can join a multi-day tour or hire your own chartered boat. For a different vantage point, get an unmissable bird’s-eye view of ...
The deployment of more Australian police to the Pacific Islands nation, which struck a policing deal with China this year, comes as Australia seeks to remain its primary security partner. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese arrived in the Cook Islands on Wednesday to attend a m...