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An online travel company just collapsed. Here’s how to avoid being left stranded by an online deal

Written by Madalyn Scerri, Senior Lecturer in Tourism and Hospitality, Torrens University Australia

Traveldream.com.au sold discounted holidays – curated hiking tours, boutique cruises and cultural getaways through a slick website and polished social media ads. But news emerged last week that the Melbourne-based travel company has collapsed into administration, leaving customers out of pocket by thousands of...

High-speed rail from Sydney to Newcastle is a step closer. But what about Sydney to Melbourne?
An artist's impression of a high-speed train operating between Sydney and Newcastle.High Speed Rail AuthorityThe federal gove…
China’s dancing robots are a wake-up call for Australia on policy and productivity
Chinese state television rang in the Year of the Horse with humanoid robots doing kung fu, comedy sketches and mass choreogra…
The Coalition has proposed vouchers for nannies or child care. It raises more questions than answers
Yan Krukov/PexelsThe federal Coalition has proposed an alternative to the universal child care system involving vouchers that…
What are your options if you can’t afford to repay your mortgage?
Vitaly Gariev/UnsplashAfter just three rate cuts in 2025, interest rates have risen again in Australia this year. It’s…
Diversity programs have become a tick-the-box exercise. They need to become more political, not less
VCG via Getty ImagesDiversity programs are a favourite target of right-wing populists who claim they represent a radical left…
Trump hikes global tariffs to 15% as the fallout from Supreme Court loss continues
US President Donald Trump has announced the United States will increase baseline tariffs on imports from all countries to 15%…

Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana
A Privileged Insight into the Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana Situated in the traditional village of Pererenan near Canggu, Villa Sabana is peacefully secluded in a semi-rural setting where…

Essential Reasons to Opt for a Professional Valuation Before Selling Your Commercial Property
In the dynamic world of real estate, commercial properties hold a pivotal position. They represent not only a significant financial asset but also a crucial business investment. When contemplating the…

10 Off-the-Beaten-Path Weekend Destinations Near Brisbane
Australia is a land of infinite beauty and adventure, from the vast expanse of the Outback to its dynamic and bustling cities. Amidst this, Brisbane, the sun-soaked capital of Queensland…
An Examination of The Epoxy Surfboard Revolution
The epoxy surfboard revolution is spreading throughout the surfing community. The benefits of epoxy boards and the unique experience they offer are being recognized by surfers more and more. Due…
How this tech team grew from 30 to 155 professionals
In an era of widely publicised software programming skills shortages, adopting a big-picture outlook to attract top tech talent in a borderless setting is proving effective for businesses. At Safeguard Global…

Why does building a home still feel like stepping into the unknown? In an industry where costs blow out and decisions come too late, certainty has...

The company has also launched its developer API to empower creators and builders to integrate AI into their workflows SYDNEY, Australia – 19 Febr...

Psychological injury is now one of the most expensive categories of workers compensation claims in Australia, with Safe Work Australia reporting t...

Australia’s small businesses are powering ahead with optimism, resilience and discipline, however, mounting pressures on costs, wellbeing and cons...

financial accountability to how they run cloud and AI, according to leading Australian systems integrator, Brennan. Based on customer insights...

UNSW Launches Global Innovation Foundry to Scale 100 Australian Startups Internationally New initiative provides startups and spinouts with direc...