3 h. ago First Look: Cleo is Melbourne’s new summer hotspot replacing rooftop bar Mid Air

The fresh concept on the 12th floor of Russell Street hotel Hyde Melbourne Place boasts a Med-leaning menu led by a former Cutler and Society chef.

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20 h. ago ‘Figured it would stick’: NZ police officer makes arrest 20,000 kilometres from home

Mark Strongman was at the Tower of London as a tourist with his family. But the moment he heard a commotion ahead of him, he kicked into work mode.

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27 h. ago Australian airport hotel – and its gigantic pool – feels like a resort

With a lagoon-style pool and Bali-style villas, this might be Australia’s most relaxing capital city airport hotel.

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36 h. ago Council pushes for ‘old school’ pub stays to boost Olympic accommodation

Changes to Brisbane’s planning rules will make it easier for pubs to build new hotel rooms to boost the city’s short-stay accommodation.

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51 h. ago I don’t need a ‘butler’ at a nice hotel, just give me housekeeping

Most of the butlers I’ve come across recently are room-service attendants in nicer suits, while cleaners remain woefully underappreciated.

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51 h. ago ‘It’s just really fun’: Why we’re thirsty again for the noughties

Passionfruit and vanilla vodka with a sidecar shot of prosecco: it’s being made and enjoyed a lot more than you think.

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60 h. ago It’s not just Sudan. The same destructive forces are coming for other countries too

The death toll in Sudan is now more than Gaza and Ukraine combined. With the new world order, civilisation is a lot more fragile than we like to think.

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3 d. ago Famed budget hotel brand opens in Melbourne’s most central location

The well-oiled Holiday Inn hospitality machine and its super-smiley staff make this new city stay accessible and affordable.

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3 d. ago ‘Yobbos with custard’ vandalise Crown Jewels in ‘disgraceful’ dessert protest

UK Police have made four arrests after “Tax the Rich” activists smeared crumble and custard over the case containing the State Crown at the Tower of London.

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4 d. ago Protesters smear Crown Jewels with apple crumble and custard

The British Crown Jewels in the Tower of London were smeared with apple crumble and custard by protesters.

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5 d. ago This overlooked Aussie wine region has a new reason to visit

Rutherglen has a revamped hotel, and award-winning winemakers who respect heritage while trying new things – to great success.

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5 d. ago Silicon Valley’s man in Trump’s inner circle is benefiting himself and his friends

David Sacks has occupied one of the most advantageous moonlighting roles in the US government, and it is making him and his friends a lot of money.

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5 d. ago Silicon Valley’s man in Trump’s inner circle is making himself and his friends a lot of money

David Sacks has occupied one of the most advantageous moonlighting roles in the US government, and it is benefiting himself and his friends

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6 d. ago Fresh claims against suspended estate agent ‘Teflon’ Josh Tesolin as he launches new career

If the star agent thought he’d heard all allegations against him from the regulator, he’s about to hear about a lot more.

Economics

6 d. ago The Ashes 2025 second Test day one as it happened: Joe Root’s breakthrough Australian ton and late English assault defy Mitch Starc’s six wickets

England hold the advantage in Brisbane after some stunning late slogging and Joe Root’s long-awaited first hundred on Australian soil.

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6 d. ago These divas have a lot in common. Just don’t call them difficult

From Marilyn Monroe to Australia’s Meow Meow, a new exhibition celebrates a star-studded line-up of “divine creatures”.

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7 d. ago Future Fund under fire for business class hotel research trip and Disneyland visit

Future Fund chief executive Raphael Arndt sent his executive assistant on two business class trips overseas to inspect hotel rooms and venues for a boardroom meeting.

Events

9 d. ago Millie Bobby Brown, David Harbour and those bullying allegations

A lot is riding on the final season of Netflix’s juggernaut series. So what happens when it’s hit with alleged scandal days before its premiere?

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9 d. ago ‘Spread so thin’: Single parents among those hardest hit by cost of living pressure

Logan Bell worked two jobs, studied full-time and looked for housing during the three months she spent living in a hotel with her daughter.

Events

1 week ago Oscar Piastri had his best day since August. He still needs a lot to go his way

The Australian driver re-discovered his best form as the Formula 1 season approaches its conclusion.

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