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Images suggest land being cleared for cotton farming before permits granted

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

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

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

ABC News

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

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

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

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

ABC News

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

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

Daily Mirror

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

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

Newcastle Herald

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

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

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

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

The Independent UK

Nature in the City: discover Singapore’s horticultural wonders

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

The Independent UK

From rainforest walks to island retreats and rooftop gardens, how Singapore nurtures people and planet

With its stunning natural wonders to its sustainable initiatives, Singapore soothes the soul and supports the planet. Here Simon Calder shares restorative stays, must-experience sites and green projects from urban farms to blissful bike routes

The Independent UK

Singapore reimagined: from rotating rooftop views to vertical gardens, uncover this fascinating city-state

From science-led architecture to sustainable garden projects and dining with a serious view, Singapore makes for a fascinating travel mix. Here Simon Calder picks out his highlights, from must-see sites to where to stay

The Independent UK

Jazz things up at the circus this weekend

The Lunar New Year Celebration is also on this weekend.

The Canberra Times

Queensland tourism surge smashes records as travellers shrug off COVID

Destination Gold Coast was anticipating a $657 million injection into the local economy over the period from Boxing Day to Australia Day.

The New Daily

Items found in Queensland swimmer search

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Mysterious sea creature washes up on Hunter beaches

The Blue Dragon is striking but potentially dangerous. They recently washed up with bluebottles due to strong currents.

AAP

Australians urged to celebrate Jan 26

The NSW government is urging communities to come together and celebrate Australia Day with a full-scale program featuring harbour races and aerial displays.

The Canberra Times

The touching tale of lost lovers, fish and chips, and a south coast motel

A family of Greek migrants, lost love, luck, hard work and a certain newspaper advertisement

The Canberra Times

'Dumbos jumped on bandwagon': Summernats likened to Vatican porn

The event co-owner defended the shutdown of a part of the event due to safety concerns.

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The Canberra Times

Basketball courts and yoga studios: What the 2023 office will look like

How Canberra offices are going beyond "just desks and computers".

The Guardian - AU

Woman drowns at Gordons Bay in Sydney as surfer dies at Jervis Bay on NSW south coast

Two deaths on Monday come amid a deadly summer in the water across Australia

AAP

Boy faces 'major test' after chopper crash

Nicholas Tadros is undergoing a major operation seven days after a chopper crash that killed four people including his mother on the Gold Coast.

The Guardian - AU

‘At first, it’s fun’: could a night in Sydney’s ‘mushroom’ tower make me lucid dream?

The Commercial Travellers’ Association Club has been transformed into a retro hotel, complete with a soundscape that encourages lucid dreaming. Kate Hennessy checks in

The Canberra Times

Enlighten Festival returns with a dedicated Pride Weekend

The annual event is lighting Canberra up with all the colours of the rainbow.

The Independent UK

Best last-minute winter holiday destinations for January sun

Looking to get away this month? Here’s our pick of where to head to escape the cold and soak up some vitamin D

Evening Standard

Rare ‘corpse flower’ blooming in Australia draws thousands to smell ‘rotting odour’

The foul smell is designed to attract carrion flies

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