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25 Jul 2023

Severe weather in the northern hemisphere

Severe weather events are currently impacting much of the northern hemisphere. If you're currently travelling or planning to travel in the coming weeks, it's important to know how to stay safe.

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19 Jul 2023

The top 5 passport mistakes you need to avoid

A simple passport slip can turn your vacation into a stay-cation. We've put together the top 5 passport mistakes, and how to avoid them.

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26 Jun 2023

Safety tips for solo travellers

Travelling alone can be a rewarding experience but has some unique risks. We have some tips if you're thinking of taking a solo trip.

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15 Jun 2023

Travelling for the European summer

Heading north for the winter? We've put together some advice to help keep your European summer escape sunny.

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31 May 2023

Using social media while travelling overseas

It's natural to want to hop on social media and share your travel adventures. But be aware. Not all countries are as relaxed as Australia when it comes to what you can access and share online.

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02 May 2023

Being respectful overseas

Travelling is often about letting your hair down and relaxing. But don't leave your manners and common sense at home when you get on the plane.

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21 Mar 2023

Sneak peek into our new ad campaign

 

Good morning subscribers,

A quick update to share our latest advertising campaign with you…

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09 Mar 2023

Removal of COVID-19 testing for China, Hong Kong and Macau

From 11 March 2023, you'll no longer need to take a pre-departure COVID-19 test when returning to Australia from China, Hong Kong or Macau.

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15 Feb 2023

Terrorism – a global threat

No matter why or where you're travelling overseas, there remains a threat of terrorism. You may not want to think about it, but the better prepared you are, the safer and more enjoyable your travel will be. Learn more about how to reduce your risks while travelling.

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