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‘Just glad he made it’: Queensland man stops traffic to escort koala across busy highway

Will Thornton, 39, was having a coffee on his balcony when he saw the koala heading for the highway and raced down, barefooted, to save the day

The Guardian - AU

Shark surprise for crab-fisher off Semaphore when great white launches itself at bait

An Adelaide boatie almost bit off more than he could chew when a crabbing expedition off coastal Adelaide turned into an up-close moment with a great white shark, but he's described the "once-in-a-lifetime" encounter as "epic".

ABC News

Bathing at Barangaroo: Sydney’s first city beach in 50 years

Marrinawi Cove has been transformed from an industrial zone to a refreshing haven – the first of more local swimming spots to come

The Guardian - AU

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All the summer shows you have to see in Newcastle and the Hunter in 2023

Novocastrians might be feeling a tinge of sadness that Elton John's Farewell Yellow Brick Road Tour has departed, but there's plenty of exciting entertainment still on its way to the Hunter.

Newcastle Herald

'Absolutely unbelievable' outback rainfall buoys hope for strong season

The wet season is delivering for parts of western Queensland, and some locals are saying it's the best start to the year they've ever seen.

ABC News

A local’s guide to Melbourne: ‘The best part is the element of surprise’

Victoria’s capital is rich in hidden galleries, bars and clubs, idiosyncratic buildings and exciting food, says architectural designer Nancy Beka

The Guardian - AU

Australian operators ‘optimistic’ about return of Chinese tourists

Australian tourism operators are hopeful Chinese travellers will return to the country after China eased COVID travel restrictions.

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8 of the coolest honeymoon destinations in the world

Out with the naff rose-petals-on-bed vibes and in with the chic – these honeymoon destinations give you romance, minus the clichés

Evening Standard

Tourist rescued after rafting mishap in Tasmania's Southwest National Park

A helicopter search and rescue team winches a 70-year-old interstate tourist out of a remote valley in Tasmania after she suffered a "serious leg injury" during a rafting trip.

ABC News

Traffic delays after light pole falls on car

Major Canberra roads have been blocked after a two car accident, in which a light pole has fallen on one of the cars.

The Canberra Times

Boy stable after Qld helicopter crash

A Sydney boy is in a critical but stable condition one day after he was due to have a major operation on broken bones after a helicopter crash in Queensland.

AAP

Short Story Competition 2023: Telegraph Hill

Ned Stephenson, of Singleton, is a finalist in the Newcastle Herald Short Story Competition 2023 with this entry, Telegraph Hill.

Newcastle Herald

Hopes fade for Mossman Gorge swimmer

Hopes of finding a woman missing from a Far North Queensland swimming spot have faded as the search shifts into a recovery operation.

AAP

Yeppoon fisherman details dramatic rescue of couple who survived three days at sea

The man and woman had travelled to a remote island to go camping, but the trip took a near-fatal turn when they went paddle boarding.

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Alice Springs' usually dry Todd River flowing strong thanks to rain from former tropical cyclone Ellie

Heavy rains through Central Australia brought by former tropical cyclone Ellie have reinvigorated the Alice Springs community, with locals making a splash in the usually-bone dry Todd River.

ABC News

Victorian family stranded in Geraldton with only a caravan after car allegedly stolen and torched

Marcus Jones and his family travelled thousands of kilometres from Victoria to visit friends in Western Australia. They were due to head home this weekend, then they realised their ute was missing.

ABC News

Images suggest land being cleared for cotton farming before permits granted

There's global demand for cotton and big profits to be made for farmers — but the growing industry is putting one of the last tropical savannas and untouched river networks in the world under threat.

ABC News

Line dancing Australian road trip raises $38k for rural charities

When Kate Strong and Claire Harris packed up the car and hit the road, they had no idea if anyone would take part in their "very bizarre" idea to bootscoot across Australia. Some 46,000 kilometres later, they've got their answer.

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Inside the swim across Port Phillip Bay's most challenging waterway

Everyday athletes are taking on a 4-kilometre swim across the entrance of Port Phillip Bay in Victoria. While the distance might not be daunting for endurance swimmers, the treacherous location is.

ABC News

Calls for joy flight review after deadly Gold Coast Sea World helicopter crash

An aviation industry expert says profit has been put ahead of safety on the Gold Coast, while locals who have been tracking helicopter activity express their dismay over a tragedy they believe could have been avoided.

Daily Mirror

Heartstopping moment skydivers plunge to the ground after their parachute fails to open

Terrifying footage of two tandem jumpers plunging to the ground was captured by a beachgoer on Queensland's Sunshine Coast, Australia, as locals contemplated how to help them

Newcastle Herald

Focus on taking care of Newcastle's blooms, not driving some kind of boom

The city needs fewer hard surfaces. Please make The Station and the South Newcastle Skateboard area the last gasp of this council's love affair with concrete.

The Independent UK

Secret Singapore: discover stunning shores on an island-hopping adventure

With an incredible 64 islands to explore, Singapore makes the perfect destination to set sail for secret shores. Simon Calder charters an idyllic adventure

The Independent UK

Walk through the world: discover Singapore’s rich cultural heritage and diverse neighbourhoods

Singapore boasts diverse culture and is rich in history and heritage. Here Simon Calder takes us on a fascinating tour of the city’s key cultural sites and must-explore neighbourhoods

The Independent UK

Nature in the City: discover Singapore’s horticultural wonders

From the UNESCO World Heritage Singapore Botanic Gardens, to urban farms and horticultural experiences, Simon Calder highlights the best of Singapore’s natural beauty

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