5+ hour, 36+ min ago  (826+ words) Parking meters will be introduced at several Sydney beaches but locals would be exempt through the use of permits. (ABC News) The mayor of a coastal Sydney council has defended a plan to introduce parking meters after a community survey…...

2+ hour, 36+ min ago  (482+ words) Secret Sydney While tourists flock to the Blue Mountains and Cattai to catch the final burst of autumn foliage, the Royal National Park offers a completely different kind of seasonal appeal. While its a reliable year-round destination, the park is…...

4+ hour, 34+ min ago  (282+ words) Accor'is preparing to welcome a new addition to Western Sydney, with'The Sebel Sydney Parramatta'scheduled to open in August. The new-build hotel will feature 51 studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom suites, designed for both short and longer stays. Additional offerings will include in-room…...

4+ hour, 52+ min ago  (263+ words) There's a reason Australian hotels are sweeping global awards and landing on "world's best" lists. From chic inner-city stays to coastal retreats, the country's hotel scene spans dramatically different landscapes, experiences, and design approaches. Some properties stand out for their…...

2+ hour, 58+ min ago  (392+ words) starnewskorea. com 'Grand Duchess' Controversy Fallout. . Wanju County "Cancels Filming Site Tour, Will Operate Carefully with Correct Historical Perspective" [Official] [Full Text] '21st Century Grand Duchess' historical distortion controversy has sparked backlash affecting tourism projects at major filming sites in Wanju…...

3+ hour, 1+ min ago  (22+ words) Planning a trip to New Zealand? Here's your seven-day itinerary to scenic drives, panoramic views, food, and adventure. | Travel...

7+ hour, 16+ min ago  (329+ words) Hike coastal paths to hidden viewpoints, watch puffins in Mykines, or drive through winding roads linking grass-roofed villages. Waterfalls like M'lafossur add to the sense of calm, untouched wilderness. Fly into V'gar Airport via Copenhagen or Reykjavik. Rent a car…...

6+ hour, 59+ min ago  (835+ words) Some 650 kilometres north of Adelaide is the town of Farina " named after the Latin and Italian word for "flour" " and founded in the 1870s in what was then believed to be prime wheat growing land. The once busy town was a…...

3+ hour, 30+ min ago  (442+ words) By Sarah Swain| 2 hours ago In the latest sign that Aussie travellers are reverting to habits once thought consigned to the past, an airline is launching package holidays. Virgin Australia canned its packages during the pandemic but is now reintroducing…...

6+ hour, 46+ min ago  (63+ words) May 19, 2026 (Mainichi Japan) How closely have you been following events in Japan? Try The Mainichi News Quiz for May 19 to test your news knowledge. Ready? What is the name of the TV drama that continues to draw fans to filming…...