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First international tourists in two years touch down in Australia

The first international tourists in two years have touched down in Sydney to be greeted by jubilant well-wishers waving Tim-Tams, jars of Vegemite and stuffed koalas.

Hope for tourists to return to ACT as Australian borders reopen

Australia’s borders re-open next week. The tourism sector will recover over the next couple of years – and the ACT even sooner.

Vaccinated international tourists to return to Australia on 21 February

Australia's ban on international tourists will end on February 21 after a decision by the federal government, with double vaccination required for entry.

Canberra’s best awarded at first ever virtual tourism awards

Canberra’s best of the tourism industry were tonight awarded in what was the first ever virtual Canberra Region Tourism Awards, the Canberra Region Tourism Awards ‘On Tour’.

Have you seen Warren?

Sick of the traditional travel experiences and over-hyped tourist traps? It’s time to do something a little different this summer, and go beyond - to Warren NSW!

Summernats return ‘triumphant’ after a year off

Summernats co-owner Andy Lopez was thrilled from the moment the street car festival’s 34th iteration kicked off at Exhibition Park last week.

Summernats 34 roars into life on day one

After two years absence from Canberra, Summernats 34 roared into action today when the gates at Exhibition Park opened to the public at 11am.

Snowy Mountains tourism swapping skis for pedals

Best known as Australia's winter wonderland, the Snowy Mountains region has set its post-COVID sights on becoming the nation's premier cycling and biking destination.

Phillip Island, regions struggle with stop-start tourism

Tourism makes up 44 per cent of Phillip Island's economy, worth an estimated $529 million the year before the pandemic hit.

Report calls for Hobart cable car refusal

A contentious plan to build a cable car to the top of Hobart's Mt Wellington would diminish the landmark's tourism, recreational and cultural values, an independent report has found.

‘Last straw’: latest lockdowns devastate Canberra tourism sector

The ACT Government has announced funding to support the Canberra tourism industry through Australia’s most recent COVID lockdowns.

‘Simply unsustainable’: lockdown takes its toll on ACT hospo, tourism

The effects of the NSW lockdown are being felt far beyond the Sydney region, with Canberra businesses struggling due to lack of tourism numbers.

Concern over Kosciuszko tourism blueprint

The crunch of tyres hasn't been heard on the summit of Mt Kosciuszko for 44 years but could be a reality should new tourism plans prevail.

‘Winter delights’ at this year’s truffle festival

Our beloved celebration of winter, otherwise known as the Canberra Region Truffle Festival, is set for full steam ahead with events galore across winter.

Tasmania getaway: five days during the Off Season

At the end of May, Canberra Daily spent five days in Tasmania, experiencing some of what is on offer during the Off Season.

Floriade set to return for 2021 with theme ‘future of flowers’

The Territory’s favourite flower festival is back, with Floriade 2021 set to run in both Commonwealth Park and around Canberra.

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