News
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Future is bright for hotels
Thursday | Jan 22 2026AUSTRALIA’S accommodation sector has reported a positive outlook for the peak summer travel season, according to Booking.com’s latest Australian Accommodation Barometer.
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K’gari on high dingo alert
Thursday | Jan 22 2026THE Queensland government, in conjunction with the state’s tourism board, has installed five new signs on K’gari to enhance public awareness about dingoes, following the fatality of a 19-year-old Canadian woman this week.
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Slimmer fliers, larger profits?
Thursday | Jan 22 2026ANTI-OBESITY medication could fuel airline savings, according to an American study, which noted fewer overweight fliers could mean lighter and therefore more efficient aircraft.
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Blockbuster year for Brissy
Thursday | Jan 22 2026BRISBANE is gearing up for a blockbuster year, with a packed calendar of more than 100 major sporting, cultural and entertainment events in 2026.
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Join Entire’s soiree
Thursday | Jan 22 2026ENTIRE Travel Group (ETG) is inviting agents to be apart of its upcoming Travel Showcase & Soiree, which takes place in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane next month.
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Jetstar ups CBR-BNE
Thursday | Jan 22 2026JETSTAR Airways is adding almost 20,000 new low fare seats on its Canberra-Brisbane route this year, confirming it will operate its larger Airbus A321LR between the two destinations.
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The art of Ponant
Thursday | Jan 22 2026PONANT has released 40 exclusive “cultural and emotional journeys” for 2026-27, focused on art, music, and gastronomy.
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Ethiopian buys nine
Thursday | Jan 22 2026ETHIOPIAN Airlines and Boeing have announced a deal that will see the African airline take delivery of nine 787-9 aircraft.
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Passport renewals face delays
Thursday | Jan 22 2026AUSTRALIAN travellers are now being advised to allow at least six weeks between lodging a passport renewal and their departure date.
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Guevara made boss
Thursday | Jan 22 2026THE World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has announced the permanent appointment of Gloria Guevara (pictured) as president and CEO.