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     <title>Travel Advisories</title>
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     <description>the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade's Smartraveller advisory service</description>
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       <title>Democratic People's Republic of Korea</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information in the Summary and under Money and Valuables (access to money) and Health Issues (outbreak of Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease in the region).  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/North_Korea</link>
       <pubDate>04 Jul 2008 07:10:46 GMT</pubDate>
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         <dc:coverage>Democratic People's Republic of Korea</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
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     <item>
       <title>Republic of Korea</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Civil Unrest / Political Tension (demonstrations and protests).  The overall level of the advice has not changed. 
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/South_Korea</link>
       <pubDate>04 Jul 2008 06:52:42 GMT</pubDate>
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       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Republic of Korea</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>1/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Be alert to own security</dc:description>
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     <item>
       <title>Ghana</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Ghana</link>
       <pubDate>02 Jul 2008 07:26:42 GMT</pubDate>
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       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Ghana</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>2/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Exercise caution</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Tamale municipality, Yendi District and Bimbilla area in northern Ghana</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
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     <item>
       <title>Ecuador</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  The overall level of the advice has not changed. 
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Ecuador</link>
       <pubDate>02 Jul 2008 02:42:40 GMT</pubDate>
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       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Ecuador</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>2/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Exercise caution</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Carchi, Orellana, Sucumbios and Napo provinces in north-eastern Ecuador bordering Colombia and Peru</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>5/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Do not travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Antennas of Volcan Pinchincha </dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>5/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Do not travel</dc:description>
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     <item>
       <title>Mongolia</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Civil Unrest/Political Tension (violent protests and state of emergency declared).  The overall level of the advice has not changed.  The level of the advice for Ulaanbaatar has increased.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Mongolia</link>
       <pubDate>02 Jul 2008 01:30:34 GMT</pubDate>
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       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Mongolia</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>2/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Exercise caution</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Ulaanbaatar</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
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       <title>Zimbabwe</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued. It contains new information in the Summary and under Safety and Security: Civil Unrest/Political Tension (high levels of violence in relation to the second round Presidential election) and Local Travel (update). The overall level of the advice has increased. We now advise that you do not travel to Zimbabwe.
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       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Zimbabwe</link>
       <pubDate>01 Jul 2008 06:06:18 GMT</pubDate>
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         <dc:coverage>Zimbabwe</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>5/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Do not travel</dc:description>
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     <item>
       <title>East Timor</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued. It contains new information under Safety and Security: Civil Unrest/Political Tension (update) and Crime (nightclubs). The overall level of the advice has not changed. 
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/East_Timor</link>
       <pubDate>01 Jul 2008 03:19:58 GMT</pubDate>
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       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>East Timor</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>4/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Reconsider your need to travel</dc:description>
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     <item>
       <title>China</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information in the Summary, Civil Unrest/Political Tension (access to Tibet for foreign tourists), Natural Disasters, Severe Weather and Climate (update) and under Entry and Exit Requirements (visa requirements).  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/China</link>
       <pubDate>27 Jun 2008 07:25:04 GMT</pubDate>
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       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>China</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>1/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Be alert to own security</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Tibet</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>4/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Reconsider your need to travel</dc:description>
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         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Tibetan areas of Yunnan, Gansu and Qinghai provinces</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
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         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Sichuan Province</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>4/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Reconsider your need to travel</dc:description>
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       <title>Indonesia </title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued. It contains new information under Safety and Security: Civil Unrest/Political Tension (Central Sulawesi, Maluku), Local Travel (public transport) and Money and Valuables (update). The overall level of the advice has not changed. The level of advice for Central Sulawesi and Maluku Provinces have decreased.
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       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Indonesia</link>
       <pubDate>27 Jun 2008 03:00:20 GMT</pubDate>
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       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Indonesia</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>4/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Reconsider your need to travel</dc:description>
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       <title>Cyprus</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Safety and Security: Local Travel (update) and Information for Dual Nationals (military service). The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Cyprus</link>
       <pubDate>25 Jun 2008 01:39:36 GMT</pubDate>
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       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Cyprus</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>2/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Exercise caution</dc:description>
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       <title>New Caledonia</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Health Issues (leptospirosis) and Where to Get Help (Consulate-General website).  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/New_Caledonia</link>
       <pubDate>24 Jun 2008 23:13:10 GMT</pubDate>
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       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>New Caledonia</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>1/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Be alert to own security</dc:description>
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     <item>
       <title>French Polynesia</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Natural Disasters, Severe Weather and Climate (earthquakes), Health Issues (diving) and Where to Get Help (Consulate-General website). The overall level of the advice has not changed. 
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/French_Polynesia</link>
       <pubDate>24 Jun 2008 23:10:26 GMT</pubDate>
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       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>French Polynesia</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>1/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Be alert to own security</dc:description>
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     <item>
       <title>Bangladesh</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued. It contains new information in the Summary and under Civil Unrest/Political Tension (municipal elections), Local Travel (train travel) and Health Issues (avian influenza). The level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Bangladesh</link>
       <pubDate>24 Jun 2008 23:06:41 GMT</pubDate>
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       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Bangladesh</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Chittagong Hill Tracts region</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>4/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Reconsider your need to travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
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     <item>
       <title>Djibouti</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued. It contains new information in the Summary and under Safety and Security; Civil Unrest/Political Tension (clashes near Djibouti/Eritrea border). The overall level of the advice has not changed. We now advise against travel to the border with Eritrea.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Djibouti</link>
       <pubDate>24 Jun 2008 07:34:48 GMT</pubDate>
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       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Djibouti</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Border with Eritrea</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>5/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Do not travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Eritrea</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued. It contains new information in the Summary and under Civil Unrest/Political Tension (military clashes with Djibouti). The overall level of the advice has not changed. We now advise against travel to the border with Djibouti.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Eritrea</link>
       <pubDate>24 Jun 2008 07:30:40 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Eritrea/20080624_17:30:40</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Eritrea</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>4/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Reconsider your need to travel</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Regions bordering Ethiopia, Sudan and Djibouti</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>5/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Do not travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Trinidad and Tobago</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued. It contains new information under Where to Get Help (high commission website). The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Trinidad_and_Tobago</link>
       <pubDate>24 Jun 2008 07:24:57 GMT</pubDate>
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       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Trinidad and Tobago</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
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     <item>
       <title>Sierra Leone</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Information for Dual Nationals (update) and Where to Get Help (high commission website). The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Sierra_Leone</link>
       <pubDate>24 Jun 2008 05:40:07 GMT</pubDate>
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       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Sierra Leone</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Border areas with Liberia and Guinea</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>4/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Reconsider your need to travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Nepal</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information in the Summary and under Safety and Security:  Civil Unrest/Political Tension (protests related to increased fuel costs).  The overall level of the advice has not changed. 
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Nepal</link>
       <pubDate>24 Jun 2008 04:47:31 GMT</pubDate>
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       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Nepal</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Lebanon</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information in the Summary and under Civil Unrest/Political Tension (armed clashes in Tripoli). The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Lebanon</link>
       <pubDate>23 Jun 2008 07:45:21 GMT</pubDate>
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       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Lebanon</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>4/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Reconsider your need to travel</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>South of the Litani River and Palestinian refugee camps</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>5/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Do not travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Belarus</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Information for Dual Nationals (update) and Health Issues (update).  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Belarus</link>
       <pubDate>20 Jun 2008 07:49:52 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Belarus/20080620_17:49:52</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Belarus</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>1/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Be alert to own security</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Sweden</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Sweden</link>
       <pubDate>20 Jun 2008 07:47:24 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Sweden/20080620_17:47:24</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Sweden</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>2/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Exercise caution</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Samoa</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Local Laws (drug offences) and Where to Get Help (high commission website). The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Samoa</link>
       <pubDate>20 Jun 2008 07:45:13 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Samoa/20080620_17:45:13</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Samoa</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>1/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Be alert to own security</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Turkmenistan</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under For Parents (travelling with children).  The overall level of the advice has not changed. 
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Turkmenistan</link>
       <pubDate>20 Jun 2008 07:35:34 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Turkmenistan/20080620_17:35:34</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Turkmenistan</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>2/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Exercise caution</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Region bordering Afghanistan</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>5/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Do not travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Guinea</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information in the Summary and under Safety and Security:  Civil Unrest/Political Tension (armed confrontations between military and striking police officers) and Local Travel (strike at international airport).  The overall level of the advice has increased.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Guinea</link>
       <pubDate>20 Jun 2008 07:08:23 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Guinea/20080620_17:08:23</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Guinea</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>4/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Reconsider your need to travel</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Border regions with Sierra Leone, Liberia and Cote d'Ivoire</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>5/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Do not travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Guinea Forestiere region</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>5/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Do not travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Ukraine</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Ukraine</link>
       <pubDate>20 Jun 2008 03:12:57 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Ukraine/20080620_13:12:57</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Ukraine</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>2/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Exercise caution</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Guatemala</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been revised and reissued. It contains new information in the Summary and under Safety and Security: Crime (Izabel Department), Local Travel (Asistur card, inner city buses) and Local Laws (update). The overall level of the advice has not changed. The level for Rio Dulce and Livingston in Izabal Department has decreased.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Guatemala</link>
       <pubDate>19 Jun 2008 07:57:14 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Guatemala/20080619_17:57:14</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Guatemala</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
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     <item>
       <title>El Salvador</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued. It contains new information under Money and Valuables (official currency). The overall level of advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/El_Salvador</link>
       <pubDate>19 Jun 2008 07:39:30 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/El_Salvador/20080619_17:39:30</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>El Salvador</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Nicaragua</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued. It contains new information under Local Travel (safe travel and road blocks). The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Nicaragua</link>
       <pubDate>19 Jun 2008 07:33:03 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Nicaragua/20080619_17:33:03</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Nicaragua</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>North Atlantic Autonomous Region/northeastern Nicaragua and remote areas of Nicaraguan Caribbean Coast</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>5/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Do not travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Malta</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Where to Get Help (update).  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Malta</link>
       <pubDate>19 Jun 2008 05:45:26 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Malta/20080619_15:45:26</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Malta</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>1/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Be alert to own security</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Norway</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Norway</link>
       <pubDate>19 Jun 2008 05:35:13 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Norway/20080619_15:35:13</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Norway</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>1/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Be alert to own security</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>United Arab Emirates</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued. It contains new information under Safety and Security: Terrorism (update). The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/United_Arab_Emirates</link>
       <pubDate>18 Jun 2008 09:21:49 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/United_Arab_Emirates/20080618_19:21:49</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>United Arab Emirates</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Italy</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Crime (credit card and ATM fraud) and Local Travel (update). The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Italy</link>
       <pubDate>17 Jun 2008 06:40:31 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Italy/20080617_16:40:31</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Italy</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>2/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Exercise caution</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Honduras</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information in Summary (Toncontin International Airport partially re-opened) and under Safety and Security:  Local Travel (dangerous stretches for road travel), Airline Safety (Toncontin International Airport re-opened) and under Local Laws (illegal export).  The overall level of the advice has not changed.  
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Honduras</link>
       <pubDate>17 Jun 2008 00:21:20 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Honduras/20080617_10:21:20</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Honduras</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>India</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Summary and Civil Unrest/Political Tension (demonstrations in Darjeeling 10 June 2008).  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/India</link>
       <pubDate>16 Jun 2008 04:16:47 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/India/20080616_14:16:47</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>India</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Jammu and Kashmir</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>5/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Do not travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>North-eastern states of  Assam, Nagaland, Tripura and  Manipur</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>4/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Reconsider your need to travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>United States of America</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Entry and Exit Requirements (change to visa requirements).  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/United_States_of_America</link>
       <pubDate>16 Jun 2008 04:09:47 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/United_States_of_America/20080616_14:09:47</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>United States of America</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>2/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Exercise caution</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Georgia</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Local Travel (flights to Russia) and Where to Get Help (contact details for Australian Embassy in Turkey).  The overall level of the advice has not changed. 
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Georgia</link>
       <pubDate>16 Jun 2008 04:04:11 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Georgia/20080616_14:04:11</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Georgia</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>South Ossetia, Abkhazia and the Pankisi Gorge north of Akhmeta</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>5/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Do not travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Pakistan</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Pakistan</link>
       <pubDate>11 Jun 2008 13:08:27 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Pakistan/20080611_23:08:27</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Pakistan</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>4/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Reconsider your need to travel</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Baluchistan, North-West Frontier Province, federally-administered tribal areas, border areas with Afghanistan and India</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>5/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Do not travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>The former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued. It contains new information in the Summary and under Safety and Security: Civil Unrest/Political Tension (election related violence) and Entry and Exit Requirements (visa requirements). The overall level of the advice has not changed. 
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/FYROM</link>
       <pubDate>11 Jun 2008 03:37:43 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/FYROM/20080611_13:37:43</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>The former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>2/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Exercise caution</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>North west region bordering Kosovo</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Chile</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information in the Summary and under Natural Disasters, Severe Weather and Climate (volcanic ash fall in Southern Chile). The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Chile</link>
       <pubDate>11 Jun 2008 03:25:17 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Chile/20080611_13:25:17</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Chile</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>1/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Be alert to own security</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Kazakhstan</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Kazakhstan</link>
       <pubDate>11 Jun 2008 03:19:45 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Kazakhstan/20080611_13:19:45</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Kazakhstan</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>2/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Exercise caution</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Canada</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  The overall level of the advice has not changed. 
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Canada</link>
       <pubDate>11 Jun 2008 03:14:29 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Canada/20080611_13:14:29</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Canada</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>2/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Exercise caution</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>France</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued. It contains new information under Crime (credit card and ATM fraud). The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/France</link>
       <pubDate>11 Jun 2008 03:12:04 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/France/20080611_13:12:04</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>France</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>2/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Exercise caution</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Hungary</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Where to Get Help (embassy website). The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Hungary</link>
       <pubDate>11 Jun 2008 03:04:43 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Hungary/20080611_13:04:43</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Hungary</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>1/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Be alert to own security</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Sri Lanka</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Safety and Security:  Civil Unrest/Political Tension (increased frequency of attacks in Colombo).  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Sri_Lanka</link>
       <pubDate>06 Jun 2008 08:44:18 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Sri_Lanka/20080606_18:44:18</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Sri Lanka</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>4/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Reconsider your need to travel</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Northern, north central and eastern areas (including Cultural Triangle, Wilpattu and Yala National Parks)</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>5/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Do not travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Taiwan</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued. It contains new information under Health Issues (Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease). The overall level of the advice has not changed. 
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Taiwan</link>
       <pubDate>04 Jun 2008 07:14:58 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Taiwan/20080604_17:14:58</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Taiwan</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>1/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Be alert to own security</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Argentina</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Natural Disasters, Severe Weather and Climate (volcanic ash fall in southern Argentina).  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Argentina</link>
       <pubDate>04 Jun 2008 06:28:03 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Argentina/20080604_16:28:03</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Argentina</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>2/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Exercise caution</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Finland</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Where to Get Help (website inclusion).  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Finland</link>
       <pubDate>04 Jun 2008 06:02:37 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Finland/20080604_16:02:37</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Finland</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>1/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Be alert to own security</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Czech Republic</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Where to Get Help (update).  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Czech_Republic</link>
       <pubDate>04 Jun 2008 05:47:35 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Czech_Republic/20080604_15:47:35</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Czech Republic</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>1/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Be alert to own security</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Suriname</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  The overall level of the advice has not changed. 
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Suriname</link>
       <pubDate>03 Jun 2008 05:50:35 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Suriname/20080603_15:50:35</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Suriname</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>2/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Exercise caution</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Democratic Republic of the Congo</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Natural Disasters, Severe Weather and Climate (update). The overall level of the advice has not changed. 
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Democratic_Republic_of_the_Congo</link>
       <pubDate>03 Jun 2008 05:47:07 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Democratic_Republic_of_the_Congo/20080603_15:47:07</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Democratic Republic of the Congo</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>4/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Reconsider your need to travel</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Eastern, north-eastern and Bas-Congo areas </dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>5/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Do not travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Albania</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Albania</link>
       <pubDate>03 Jun 2008 05:44:15 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Albania/20080603_15:44:15</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Albania</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>2/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Exercise caution</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>North east region bordering Kosovo</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>4/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Reconsider your need to travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Central African Republic</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Where to Get Help (high commission website). The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Central_African_Republic</link>
       <pubDate>03 Jun 2008 05:41:54 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Central_African_Republic/20080603_15:41:54</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Central African Republic</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>5/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Do not travel</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Bangui</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>4/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Reconsider your need to travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Russia</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information in the Summary and under Safety and Security: Terrorism (Abkhazia region). The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Russia</link>
       <pubDate>03 Jun 2008 05:36:40 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Russia/20080603_15:36:40</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Russia</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>North Caucasus</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>5/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Do not travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Austria</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Where to Get Help (embassy website). The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Austria</link>
       <pubDate>03 Jun 2008 05:35:27 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Austria/20080603_15:35:27</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Austria</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>1/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Be alert to own security</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Kyrgyz Republic</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Kyrgyz_Republic</link>
       <pubDate>03 Jun 2008 05:33:30 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Kyrgyz_Republic/20080603_15:33:30</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Kyrgyz Republic</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Kyrgyz-Uzbek and Kyrgyz-Tajik border areas and Fergana Valley</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>4/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Reconsider your need to travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Vanuatu</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Safety and Security: Crime (update) and Where to Get Help (high commission website).  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Vanuatu</link>
       <pubDate>03 Jun 2008 05:30:16 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Vanuatu/20080603_15:30:16</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Vanuatu</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>1/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Be alert to own security</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Poland</title>
       <description>
     The advice has been reviewed and reissued.  The overall level of advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Poland</link>
       <pubDate>03 Jun 2008 05:28:35 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Poland/20080603_15:28:35</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Poland</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>2/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Exercise caution</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Bolivia</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  The overall level of the advice has not changed.  
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Bolivia</link>
       <pubDate>03 Jun 2008 05:26:02 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Bolivia/20080603_15:26:02</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Bolivia</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Bulgaria</title>
       <description>
     The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade does not issue a travel advice for Bulgaria at this time.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Bulgaria</link>
       <pubDate>03 Jun 2008 05:21:23 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Bulgaria/20080603_15:21:23</guid>
       </item>
     <item>
       <title>Switzerland</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Switzerland</link>
       <pubDate>03 Jun 2008 05:17:43 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Switzerland/20080603_15:17:43</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Switzerland</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>1/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Be alert to own security</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     
     <item>
       <title>Malawi</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information in the Summary and under Safety and Security: Civil Unrest/Political Tension (increased risk of civil unrest). The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Malawi</link>
       <pubDate>30 May 2008 07:21:02 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Malawi/20080530_17:21:02</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Malawi</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>2/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Exercise caution</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>South Africa</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information in the Summary and under Safety and Security: Civil Unrest/Political Tension (update).  The overall level of the advice has not changed.  The level of advice for all other township areas has increased. 
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/South_Africa</link>
       <pubDate>28 May 2008 08:08:14 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/South_Africa/20080528_18:08:14</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>South Africa</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Township areas</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>5/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Do not travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Angola</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Safety and Security: Crime (attacks against foreigners in Cabinda province). The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Angola</link>
       <pubDate>23 May 2008 06:50:19 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Angola/20080523_16:50:19</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Angola</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>4/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Reconsider your need to travel</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Luanda</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Moldova</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Moldova</link>
       <pubDate>23 May 2008 06:30:49 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Moldova/20080523_16:30:49</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Moldova</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>1/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Be alert to own security</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Transnistria</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>2/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Exercise caution</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Turkey</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued. It contains new information under Safety and Security: Terrorism (update). The overall level of the advice has not changed. 
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Turkey</link>
       <pubDate>22 May 2008 06:56:58 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Turkey/20080522_16:56:58</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Turkey</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Borders with Syria, Iraq and Iran</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>4/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Reconsider your need to travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Armenia</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued. The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Armenia</link>
       <pubDate>21 May 2008 04:30:52 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Armenia/20080521_14:30:52</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Armenia</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>2/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Exercise caution</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Nagorno-Karabakh</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>5/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Do not travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Haiti</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Haiti</link>
       <pubDate>21 May 2008 04:26:05 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Haiti/20080521_14:26:05</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Haiti</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>4/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Reconsider your need to travel</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Macau</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Entry and Exit Requirements (visa requirements). The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Macau</link>
       <pubDate>21 May 2008 01:08:16 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Macau/20080521_11:08:16</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Macau</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>1/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Be alert to own security</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Hong Kong</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued. It contains new information under Entry and Exit Requirements (visa requirements). The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Hong_Kong</link>
       <pubDate>21 May 2008 00:56:46 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Hong_Kong/20080521_10:56:46</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Hong Kong</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>1/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Be alert to own security</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Estonia</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Estonia</link>
       <pubDate>21 May 2008 00:46:56 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Estonia/20080521_10:46:56</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Estonia</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>1/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Be alert to own security</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Japan</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Where to Get Help (temporary relocation of Consulate-General, Fukuoka, 2 June  4 July 2008).  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Japan</link>
       <pubDate>20 May 2008 23:30:32 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Japan/20080521_09:30:32</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Japan</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>1/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Be alert to own security</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Fiji</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information in the Summary and under Safety and Security:  Voluntary departure of the dependants of Australia-based High Commission staff.  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Fiji</link>
       <pubDate>20 May 2008 01:45:18 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Fiji/20080520_11:45:18</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Fiji</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>2/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Exercise caution</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Suva</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Algeria</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Entry and Exit Requirements (Algerian minors).  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Algeria</link>
       <pubDate>16 May 2008 08:25:02 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Algeria/20080516_18:25:02</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Algeria</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>4/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Reconsider your need to travel</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Tonga</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information in the Summary and Safety and Security: Civil Unrest/Political Tension (update). The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Tonga</link>
       <pubDate>16 May 2008 06:48:22 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Tonga/20080516_16:48:22</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Tonga</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>1/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Be alert to own security</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Nuku'alofa</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>2/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Exercise caution</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Qatar</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued. The overall level of the advice has not changed. 
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Qatar</link>
       <pubDate>16 May 2008 06:11:58 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Qatar/20080516_16:11:58</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Qatar</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Mozambique</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Health Issues (update) and Where to Get Help (update).  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Mozambique</link>
       <pubDate>14 May 2008 07:49:50 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Mozambique/20080514_17:49:50</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Mozambique</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Botswana</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Where to Get Help (High Commission website).  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Botswana</link>
       <pubDate>14 May 2008 07:30:23 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Botswana/20080514_17:30:23</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Botswana</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>2/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Exercise caution</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Swaziland</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Where to Get Help (High Commission website). The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Swaziland</link>
       <pubDate>14 May 2008 07:14:07 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Swaziland/20080514_17:14:07</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Swaziland</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>2/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Exercise caution</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Syria</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Local Travel (travel to Lebanon). The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Syria</link>
       <pubDate>13 May 2008 09:17:00 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Syria/20080513_19:17:00</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Syria</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Somalia</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information in the Summary (update) and under Safety and Security: Terrorism (threatened attacks against foreign individuals, government interests and security personnel).  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Somalia</link>
       <pubDate>13 May 2008 06:34:13 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Somalia/20080513_16:34:13</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Somalia</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>5/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Do not travel</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Palau</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued. It contains new information under Local Travel (mobile telephones). The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Palau</link>
       <pubDate>13 May 2008 06:21:45 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Palau/20080513_16:21:45</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Palau</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>1/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Be alert to own security</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Mexico </title>
       <description>
     The advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information in the Summary and under Safety and Security: Crime ('express kidnappings' on the Metro, security in Mexico City), Natural Disasters, Severe Weather and Climate (update) and Where to Get Help (embassy website).  The overall level of the advice has not changed. 
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Mexico</link>
       <pubDate>13 May 2008 06:11:41 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Mexico/20080513_16:11:41</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Mexico</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Sudan</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information in the Summary and under Safety and Security: Civil Unrest/Political Tension (armed conflict in Omdurman). The overall level of the advice has not changed. The level of advice for Khartoum has increased.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Sudan</link>
       <pubDate>11 May 2008 16:11:54 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Sudan/20080512_02:11:54</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Sudan</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>5/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Do not travel</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Khartoum</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>5/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Do not travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Burma</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information in the Summary and under Natural Disasters, Severe Weather and Climate (update). The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Burma</link>
       <pubDate>09 May 2008 09:24:57 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Burma/20080509_19:24:57</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Burma</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Burma/Thailand border area</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>5/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Do not travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Serbia</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Serbia</link>
       <pubDate>09 May 2008 06:29:04 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Serbia/20080509_16:29:04</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Serbia</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>2/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Exercise caution</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Kosovo</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued. The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Kosovo</link>
       <pubDate>09 May 2008 06:21:57 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Kosovo/20080509_16:21:57</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Kosovo</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Leposavic, Zubin Potok and Zvecan municipalities and North Mitrovica</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>4/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Reconsider your need to travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Zambia</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Zambia</link>
       <pubDate>08 May 2008 04:39:45 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Zambia/20080508_14:39:45</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Zambia</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Border areas with the Democratic Republic of Congo, Angola and Mozambique</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>4/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Reconsider your need to travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Ethiopia</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued. It contains new information under Safety and Security: Terrorism (explosions in Addis Ababa) and Civil Unrest/Political Tension (bus attack in Humera). The overall level of the advice has not changed. 
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Ethiopia</link>
       <pubDate>08 May 2008 04:18:27 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Ethiopia/20080508_14:18:27</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Ethiopia</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>4/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Reconsider your need to travel</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Border areas with Kenya, Somalia, Sudan and Eritrea, the Gambella region and Ogaden area</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>5/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Do not travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Israel, the Gaza Strip and the West Bank</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reissued.  The overall level of the advice has not changed. 
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Israel_Gaza_Strip_and_West_Bank</link>
       <pubDate>05 May 2008 05:39:24 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Israel_Gaza_Strip_and_West_Bank/20080505_15:39:24</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Israel</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Gaza Strip, including at least 12km beyond its perimeter, and the West Bank</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>5/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Do not travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Ireland</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been revised and reissued.  It contains new information under Where to Get Help (embassy website). The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Ireland</link>
       <pubDate>05 May 2008 04:35:41 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Ireland/20080505_14:35:41</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Ireland</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>1/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Be alert to own security</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Burundi</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information in the Summary and under Safety and Security:  Civil Unrest/Political Tension (update).  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Burundi</link>
       <pubDate>01 May 2008 04:36:59 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Burundi/20080501_14:36:59</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Burundi</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>5/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Do not travel</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Bujumbura</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>4/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Reconsider your need to travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Tanzania</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Tanzania</link>
       <pubDate>01 May 2008 04:33:25 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Tanzania/20080501_14:33:25</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Tanzania</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Border areas with Rwanda, Burundi and the Democratic Republic of the Congo</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>5/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Do not travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     
     <item>
       <title>Mauritius</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Safety and Security:  Local Travel (Comoros update).  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Mauritius</link>
       <pubDate>29 Apr 2008 22:00:49 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Mauritius/20080430_08:00:49</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Mauritius</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>1/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Be alert to own security</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>United Kingdom</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Safety and Security:  Terrorism (update) and Local Travel (update), Entry and Exit Requirements (recent changes to immigration system), and Health Issues (reciprocal health agreement).  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/United_Kingdom</link>
       <pubDate>29 Apr 2008 21:58:10 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/United_Kingdom/20080430_07:58:10</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>United Kingdom</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>2/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Exercise caution</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Iraq</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued. The overall level of the advice has not changed. 
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Iraq</link>
       <pubDate>29 Apr 2008 04:41:38 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Iraq/20080429_14:41:38</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Iraq</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>5/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Do not travel</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Madagascar</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Health Issues (Rift Valley fever outbreak).  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Madagascar</link>
       <pubDate>29 Apr 2008 04:11:29 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Madagascar/20080429_14:11:29</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Madagascar</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>2/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Exercise caution</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Afghanistan</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  The overall level of the advice has not changed. 
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Afghanistan</link>
       <pubDate>28 Apr 2008 05:37:20 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Afghanistan/20080428_15:37:20</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Afghanistan</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>5/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Do not travel</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Senegal</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Safety and Security:  Civil Unrest/Political Tension (demonstrations).  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Senegal</link>
       <pubDate>24 Apr 2008 00:13:54 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Senegal/20080424_10:13:54</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Senegal</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Casamance region of southern Senegal</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>4/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Reconsider your need to travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Singapore</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued. It contains new information under Airline Safety (intoxication on flights), Entry and Exit Requirements (importation restrictions) and Health Issues (dengue fever website). The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Singapore</link>
       <pubDate>24 Apr 2008 00:11:25 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Singapore/20080424_10:11:25</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Singapore</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>2/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Exercise caution</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Liberia</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Health Issues (yellow fever).  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Liberia</link>
       <pubDate>24 Apr 2008 00:11:04 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Liberia/20080424_10:11:04</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Liberia</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>4/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Reconsider your need to travel</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Burkina Faso</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Safety and Security:  Civil Unrest/Political Tension (demonstrations).  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Burkina_Faso</link>
       <pubDate>24 Apr 2008 00:08:02 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Burkina_Faso/20080424_10:08:02</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Burkina Faso</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Morocco</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Safety and Security:  Terrorism (arrests) and Local Travel (update).  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Morocco</link>
       <pubDate>24 Apr 2008 00:05:53 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Morocco/20080424_10:05:53</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Morocco</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Western Sahara</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>5/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Do not travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Yemen</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information in the Summary and under Safety and Security: Terrorism (possible attacks against Western interests, including Western individuals). The overall level of the advice has not changed. 
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Yemen</link>
       <pubDate>21 Apr 2008 03:49:57 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Yemen/20080421_13:49:57</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Yemen</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>4/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Reconsider your need to travel</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Saada and Marib provinces</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>5/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Do not travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Denmark</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Safety and Security:  Terrorism (update).  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Denmark</link>
       <pubDate>18 Apr 2008 05:51:49 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Denmark/20080418_15:51:49</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Denmark</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>2/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Exercise caution</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Namibia</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Namibia</link>
       <pubDate>18 Apr 2008 05:35:13 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Namibia/20080418_15:35:13</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Namibia</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>2/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Exercise caution</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Mauritania</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Mauritania</link>
       <pubDate>18 Apr 2008 05:32:50 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Mauritania/20080418_15:32:50</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Mauritania</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Border areas with Mali and Algeria</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>5/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Do not travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Lesotho</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Lesotho</link>
       <pubDate>18 Apr 2008 05:29:51 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Lesotho/20080418_15:29:51</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Lesotho</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Latvia</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Where to Get Help (Consulate address).  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Latvia</link>
       <pubDate>18 Apr 2008 05:28:11 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Latvia/20080418_15:28:11</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Latvia</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>1/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Be alert to own security</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Germany</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Germany</link>
       <pubDate>18 Apr 2008 05:25:50 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Germany/20080418_15:25:50</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Germany</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>2/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Exercise caution</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Croatia</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Safety and Security:  Crime (petty crime).  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Croatia</link>
       <pubDate>18 Apr 2008 05:19:15 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Croatia/20080418_15:19:15</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Croatia</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>1/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Be alert to own security</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Kenya</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information in the Summary and under Safety and Security: Civil Unrest/Political Tension (violent riots and illegal road blocks).
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Kenya</link>
       <pubDate>18 Apr 2008 05:06:24 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Kenya/20080418_15:06:24</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Kenya</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Kisumu and the Nairobi suburbs of Kibera, Mathare, Kasirani and Eastleigh</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>4/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Reconsider your need to travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Border regions with Ethiopia, Sudan and Somalia</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>5/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Do not travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Costa Rica</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Local Laws (update).The overall level of the advice has increased. 
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Costa_Rica</link>
       <pubDate>17 Apr 2008 04:42:38 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Costa_Rica/20080417_14:42:38</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Costa Rica</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Romania</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Romania</link>
       <pubDate>16 Apr 2008 04:48:41 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Romania/20080416_14:48:41</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Romania</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>1/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Be alert to own security</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Peru</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Safety and Security:  Civil Unrest/Political Tension (disruption to travel to Cusco) and Local Travel (airline safety).   The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Peru</link>
       <pubDate>16 Apr 2008 04:20:35 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Peru/20080416_14:20:35</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Peru</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Areas bordering Colombia and Ecuador (other than official border crossings)</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>5/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Do not travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Tajikistan</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Entry and Exit Requirements (update) and Where to Get Help (update).  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Tajikistan</link>
       <pubDate>15 Apr 2008 04:37:27 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Tajikistan/20080415_14:37:27</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Tajikistan</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Central regions of Tajikistan, especially the Karategin Valley</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>4/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Reconsider your need to travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Border regions with Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan and Afghanistan</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>4/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Reconsider your need to travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Brazil</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information in the Summary and under Health Issues (dengue fever outbreak). The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Brazil</link>
       <pubDate>15 Apr 2008 04:11:28 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Brazil/20080415_14:11:28</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Brazil</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Cambodia</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Local Laws (marriage certificates) and Entry and Exit Requirements (update).  The overall level of the advice has not changed. 
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Cambodia</link>
       <pubDate>15 Apr 2008 04:05:58 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Cambodia/20080415_14:05:58</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Cambodia</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>2/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Exercise caution</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Solomon Islands</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Solomon_Islands</link>
       <pubDate>15 Apr 2008 04:01:52 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Solomon_Islands/20080415_14:01:52</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Solomon Islands</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>2/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Exercise caution</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Belgium</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Belgium</link>
       <pubDate>15 Apr 2008 03:59:52 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Belgium/20080415_13:59:52</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Belgium</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>2/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Exercise caution</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Uganda</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Safety and Security:  Civil Unrest/Political Tension (update) and Wildlife Watching (update).  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Uganda</link>
       <pubDate>15 Apr 2008 03:56:16 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Uganda/20080415_13:56:16</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Uganda</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Northern Uganda and areas bordering Sudan and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>5/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Do not travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Cuba</title>
       <description>
     The advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Local Laws (update).  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Cuba</link>
       <pubDate>11 Apr 2008 06:13:38 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Cuba/20080411_16:13:38</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Cuba</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>2/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Exercise caution</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>New Zealand</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/New_Zealand</link>
       <pubDate>11 Apr 2008 06:05:22 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/New_Zealand/20080411_16:05:22</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>New Zealand</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>1/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Be alert to own security</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Jordan</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued. It contains new information under Safety and Security: Crime (update).  The overall level of the advice has not changed. 
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Jordan</link>
       <pubDate>11 Apr 2008 05:58:02 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Jordan/20080411_15:58:02</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Jordan</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Spain</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information in the Summary and under Safety and Security:  Crime (fraudulent letters).  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Spain</link>
       <pubDate>10 Apr 2008 06:30:12 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Spain/20080410_16:30:12</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Spain</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>2/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Exercise caution</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Laos</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Health Issues (Japanese encephalitis vaccine).  The overall level of the advice has not changed. 
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Laos</link>
       <pubDate>10 Apr 2008 05:59:30 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Laos/20080410_15:59:30</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Laos</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>2/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Exercise caution</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Nigeria</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Safety and Security:  Crime (update) and Local Travel (update).  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Nigeria</link>
       <pubDate>10 Apr 2008 05:51:56 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Nigeria/20080410_15:51:56</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Nigeria</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>4/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Reconsider your need to travel</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Riverine area of Bayelsa, Delta, Rivers (and Bonny Island), Cross River, Akwa Ibom and Anambra States in the south-east</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>5/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Do not travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Bakassi Peninsula</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>5/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Do not travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Cameroon</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information in the Summary and under Safety and Security:  Civil Unrest/Political Tension (update).  The overall level of the advice has decreased.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Cameroon</link>
       <pubDate>10 Apr 2008 05:46:57 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Cameroon/20080410_15:46:57</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Cameroon</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Eastern Provinces, Border area with the Central African Republic and the Lake Chad region</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>5/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Do not travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Border area with Nigeria in the region of the Bakassi Peninsula</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>5/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Do not travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Egypt</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and updated.  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Egypt</link>
       <pubDate>08 Apr 2008 06:58:15 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Egypt/20080408_16:58:15</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Egypt</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Sinai</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>4/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Reconsider your need to travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Benin</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Benin</link>
       <pubDate>08 Apr 2008 04:25:32 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Benin/20080408_14:25:32</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Benin</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>2/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Exercise caution</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Portugal</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued. The overall level of the advice has not changed. 
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Portugal</link>
       <pubDate>07 Apr 2008 06:59:01 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Portugal/20080407_16:59:01</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Portugal</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>1/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Be alert to own security</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Maldives</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  The overall level of the advice has not changed. 
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Maldives</link>
       <pubDate>07 Apr 2008 06:52:42 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Maldives/20080407_16:52:42</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Maldives</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>2/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Exercise caution</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Male</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Jamaica</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Jamaica</link>
       <pubDate>07 Apr 2008 06:47:36 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Jamaica/20080407_16:47:36</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Jamaica</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Bosnia and Herzegovina</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Safety and Security:  Civil Unrest / Political Tension (update).  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Bosnia_and_Herzegovina</link>
       <pubDate>07 Apr 2008 06:24:44 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Bosnia_and_Herzegovina/20080407_16:24:44</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Bosnia and Herzegovina</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>2/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Exercise caution</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Belize</title>
       <description>
     The advice has been reviewed and reissued.  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Belize</link>
       <pubDate>04 Apr 2008 03:20:11 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Belize/20080404_13:20:11</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Belize</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Bahrain</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued. It contains new information under Safety and Security: Terrorism (update), Civil Unrest/Political Tension (update) and Where to Get Help (embassy website). The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Bahrain</link>
       <pubDate>04 Apr 2008 03:04:25 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Bahrain/20080404_13:04:25</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Bahrain</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>General Advice to Australian Travellers</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued. 
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/General</link>
       <pubDate>04 Apr 2008 03:00:56 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/General/20080404_13:00:56</guid>
       </item>
     <item>
       <title>Mali</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Mali</link>
       <pubDate>04 Apr 2008 00:39:57 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Mali/20080404_10:39:57</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Mali</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Northern Mali, including Timbuktu, Gao and Kidal, and border areas with Mauritania, Algeria and Niger</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>5/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Do not travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>The Gambia</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Gambia</link>
       <pubDate>04 Apr 2008 00:35:23 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Gambia/20080404_10:35:23</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Gambia</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>2/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Exercise caution</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Overland travel through the Casamance region in southern Senegal</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>4/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Reconsider your need to travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Ivory Coast </title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information in the Summary and under Safety and Security:  Civil Unrest/Political Tension (update).  The overall level of the advice has decreased.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Ivory_Coast</link>
       <pubDate>04 Apr 2008 00:33:28 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Ivory_Coast/20080404_10:33:28</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Ivory Coast</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Dix-Huit Montagnes and Moyen-Cavally regions of western Ivory Coast and the city of Bouake </dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>5/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Do not travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Libya</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Health Issues (update).  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Libya</link>
       <pubDate>04 Apr 2008 00:23:42 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Libya/20080404_10:23:42</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Libya</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Border areas with Niger, Chad and Sudan</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>5/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Do not travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Tunisia</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information in the Summary and under Safety and Security:  Terrorism (update).  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Tunisia</link>
       <pubDate>03 Apr 2008 23:06:12 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Tunisia/20080404_09:06:12</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Tunisia</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>2/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Exercise caution</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Areas bordering Algeria</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>4/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Reconsider your need to travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Philippines</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information in the Summary and under Safety and Security: Terrorism (US Warden message of kidnap threat in Zamboanga City area). The overall level of the advice has not changed.  
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Philippines</link>
       <pubDate>01 Apr 2008 12:14:25 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Philippines/20080401_22:14:25</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Philippines</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Mindanao, including the Zamboanga Peninsula and the Sulu Archipelago</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>5/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Do not travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Colombia </title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Colombia</link>
       <pubDate>01 Apr 2008 06:22:50 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Colombia/20080401_16:22:50</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Colombia</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>The provinces of Cesar and La Guajira, the cities of Cali and Popayan, and most rural areas</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>4/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Reconsider your need to travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Santander, Putumayo, Arauca, Cauca, Caqueta, Guaviare, Valle de Cauca, Narino, Antioquia, Norte de Santander and Meta</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>5/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Do not travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     
     <item>
       <title>Greece</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Greece</link>
       <pubDate>28 Mar 2008 04:19:48 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Greece/20080328_15:19:48</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Greece</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>2/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Exercise caution</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Comoros</title>
       <description>
     We strongly advise you not to travel to the Comoros island of Anjouan because of heightened political tension and the unpredictable security situation.  On 25 March 2008, control of the Comoros island of Anjouan was restored to the Union of Comoros following military action which removed the former Anjouan President, Mohamed Bacar.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Comoros</link>
       <pubDate>26 Mar 2008 06:04:12 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Comoros/20080326_17:04:12</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Comoros</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>5/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Do not travel</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Iran</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Crime (update), Natural Disasters, Severe Weather and Climate (sand and dust storms, high temperatures) and Local Laws (photography). The overall level of the advice has not changed. 
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Iran</link>
       <pubDate>26 Mar 2008 05:50:33 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Iran/20080326_16:50:33</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Iran</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Border areas with Afghanistan in Khorasan-e-Razavi and Khorasan-e-Jonubi province and border areas with Iraq</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>5/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Do not travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Sistan va Baluchestan province and Kerman province east of Kerman city</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>5/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Do not travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Venezuela</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  The overall level of the advice has not changed. 
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Venezuela</link>
       <pubDate>24 Mar 2008 23:51:53 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Venezuela/20080325_10:51:53</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Venezuela</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Border areas with Colombia (within 80kms)</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>5/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Do not travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Azerbaijan</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Safety and Security:  Civil Unrest/Political Tension (update).  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Azerbaijan</link>
       <pubDate>24 Mar 2008 23:24:45 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Azerbaijan/20080325_10:24:45</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Azerbaijan</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>2/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Exercise caution</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Nagorno-Karabakh and surrounding military occupied areas</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>5/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Do not travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Cook Islands</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Safety and Security:  Crime (update) and Local Travel (update).  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Cook_Islands</link>
       <pubDate>19 Mar 2008 00:31:29 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Cook_Islands/20080319_11:31:29</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Cook Islands</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>1/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Be alert to own security</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Thailand</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Safety and Security: Terrorism (explosion in Pattani on 15 March 2008). The overall level of the advice has not changed. 
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Thailand</link>
       <pubDate>17 Mar 2008 23:33:57 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Thailand/20080318_10:33:57</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Thailand</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Yala, Pattani, Narathiwat and Songkhla</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>5/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Do not travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Panama</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Safety and Security:  Crime (update), Local Laws (update) and Health Issues (update).  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Panama</link>
       <pubDate>17 Mar 2008 06:10:34 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Panama/20080317_17:10:34</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Panama</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Darien Gap beyond Yaviza</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>5/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Do not travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Kuwait</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Safety and Security: Terrorism (bomb threats) and Civil Unrest/Political Developments (update).  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Kuwait</link>
       <pubDate>17 Mar 2008 05:51:46 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Kuwait/20080317_16:51:46</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Kuwait</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Malaysia</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued. It contains new information under Safety and Security: Terrorism (update) and Where to Get Help (embassy website and Penang honorary consulate telephone number). The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Malaysia</link>
       <pubDate>17 Mar 2008 05:41:50 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Malaysia/20080317_16:41:50</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Malaysia</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>2/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>Exercise caution</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Islands, dive sites and coastal areas of Eastern Sabah</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>4/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Reconsider your need to travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Gabon</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Gabon</link>
       <pubDate>14 Mar 2008 04:20:21 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Gabon/20080314_15:20:21</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Gabon</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Niger</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Safety and Security:  Civil Unrest/Political Tension (landmine explosion in Niamey) and Local Travel (landmines).  The overall level of the advice has not changed.
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Niger</link>
       <pubDate>14 Mar 2008 04:18:16 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Niger/20080314_15:18:16</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Niger</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Departments of Agadez, Diffa, Zinder and Maradi, and north of the city of Abalack in the Department of Tahoua</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>5/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Do not travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Uzbekistan</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued. It contains new information in the Summary and under Safety and Security: (update).  The overall level of the advice has not changed. 
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Uzbekistan</link>
       <pubDate>13 Mar 2008 00:02:15 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Uzbekistan/20080313_11:02:15</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Uzbekistan</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
         <ta:warning>
             <dc:coverage>Andijan and the eastern region of the Ferghana Valley; Regions bordering Tajikistan, Kyrgyz Republic and Afghanistan</dc:coverage>
             <ta:level>4/5</ta:level>
             <dc:description>Reconsider your need to travel</dc:description>
         </ta:warning>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Guyana</title>
       <description>
     This advice has been reviewed and reissued.  It contains new information under Safety and Security: Crime (update).  The overall level of the advice has not changed. 
     </description>
       <link>http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Guyana</link>
       <pubDate>12 Mar 2008 23:15:14 GMT</pubDate>
       <guid isPermaLink="false">GUID:www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/Advice/Guyana/20080313_10:15:14</guid>
       
       <ta:warnings>
         <dc:coverage>Guyana</dc:coverage>
         <ta:level>3/5</ta:level>
         <dc:description>High degree of caution</dc:description>
       </ta:warnings></item>
     <item>
       <title>Papua New Guinea</title>
  