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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

Global demand for air travel to double by 2050

Global demand for air travel is expected to double by 2050, new modelling released this week shows. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) said, under a

Start on marina to boost Brisbane River tourism

Boutique cruises, eco-tourism, adventure sports, and private water taxis will soon be part of the regular activity on the Brisbane River with construction commencing on

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