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Flights from Brisbane to Queenstown boosted for winter

The growing appeal of New Zealand’s alpine ski mecca Queenstown has prompted new flights from Brisbane. Jetstar’s inaugural flight to Queenstown takes off today as

Expressions of interest open for new ecotourism projects

Expressions of interest have been opened for new ecotourism experiences across Queensland. This can include walking experiences, eco-accommodation, nature-based

State facing 11,000 shortfall in hotel rooms by 2032

Queensland’s hotel supply has “effectively stalled” while demand continues to accelerate, new research reveals. Without massive improvements, the state is facing

New Brisbane to Rarotonga air service takes off

Brisbane has strengthened its links into the South Pacific, with new direct flights to Rarotonga in the Cook Islands starting this week. The new Jetstar service operates

Big Pineapple tourist icon gets sweet $5 million

Queensland’s iconic Big Pineapple landmark will undergo a $5 million revamp to deliver a microbrewery, cafes, retail outlets, a restaurant, and sports bar. The

Construction starts on new Sunshine Coast Crowne Plaza

Construction has begun on the $150 million Crowne Plaza Maroochydore on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast. The premium hotel, located in Ocean Street, is being delivered by

Visitor numbers to Australia up 20 percent

The number of visitors to Australia jumped almost 20 percent in the year to February, 2026. China was the largest source country, accounting for 23.3 percent of all

Qantas hikes fares, cuts flights as fuel costs soar

Qantas has increased fares, cut flights and made changes to its international network to mitigate the impact of the Middle East conflict. In an update issued to the ASX,

Eleven pontoons ‘unlocked’ for new river experiences

Eleven pontoons and jetties on the Brisbane River have been “unlocked” to create new river experiences. This could include dining, water sports, wellness experiences

Over 100 cruise ships dock in Brisbane in bumper season

More than 100 cruise ships have docked in Brisbane so far in 2025-26 and the number is expected to reach 139 by the end of the cruise season. Brisbane International

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