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These are the world’s most powerful passports in 2022
The latest Henley Passport Index shows how country-based travel restrictions have changed the passport pecking order.
The breakthrough cancer research you should follow
This year's annual meeting at Chicago reveals the latest breakthroughs in cancer research.
Eurostar to launch high-speed trains between London, Germany
The combined network of Eurostar and Thalys would link five countries under the new Green Speed banner.
Why you should always carry your Medicare card overseas
Medicare doesn't only cover you in Australia, it also works in other countries such as the United Kingdom.
When borders reopen, will travel insurance cover COVID-19?
From medical bills to cancellation fees if you test positive and can't fly, there's a lot to look for in travel insurance.
Australia completes home quarantine trial
The pilot scheme will help chart new options for Australians returning from 'low-risk' countries.
Qld launches home isolation as hotel quarantine alternative
From Friday, eligible travellers entering Queensland will be able to quarantine at home, rather than a government-arranged hotel.
Bangkok has big plans to beat its traffic congestion
Thailand’s government hopes a new Bangkok railway station can solve the city’s traffic woes.
QLD's new mandatory border pass for domestic, int'l arrivals
From 1am on June 19, all QLD arrivals will need to complete one of three border passes: and the requirements are a real minefield.
What you need to do before travelling to New Zealand
Planning to take a trip within the trans-Tasman travel bubble? There are steps you need to follow before you fly.
Vaccine passports aren’t getting the free pass many expected
So-called vaccination passports which show proof of vaccination have become a point of contention.
When state borders close, does travel insurance cover you?
Whether your trip gets blocked by border closures or you fly into isolation or lockdown, it pays to know what you’re covered for.
Australia's international travel ban extended to June 2021
Your passport can stay packed away for a little longer...
First doses of Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine arrive in Australia
“The eagle has landed,” with the first batch of COVID-19 vaccines arriving in Australia today aboard a Singapore Airlines A350.
Australia’s 'travel ban' to be reviewed this month
The strict border control measures, currently set to expire in mid-March, are up for reassessment.
‘Travel bubbles’ may begin with 14-day quarantine continuing
Australia may remove the roadblocks to travelling overseas before hotel quarantine requirements are similarly relaxed.
Australians will need an online 'visa waiver' for Europe
Europe's new electronic visa waiver program takes effect next year.