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Major Australian cruise line shuts down

After almost a century of voyages, one of the country's most trusted cruising companies will cease to exist from early 2025, with huge job losses expected.

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How one widow has changed how women solo travel

After Yvonne Vickers' husband passed away, she wondered how she would see the world as a woman travelling solo. Then, with a little help from social media, she found a group of like-minded women that share her adventurous spirit.

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Shane Dixon's heartbreaking posts before cruise plunge

The father-of-three struggled with a series of personal tragedies and setbacks before his death, and now old social media posts about his struggles have re-emerged. Read more:

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"It seems crazy": Shane Dixon's gambling friend breaks his silence

A man who befriended the 50-year-old father on a cruise ship before he plunged overboard has spoken out, saying he too fell victim to what he considers to be devious gambling practices.

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“These are people’s lives”: Calls for gambling reform after fatal cruise ship plunge

Following Shane Dixon's tragic death after he went overboard on a cruise ship, outrage has grown and questions have been raised over who should be held accountable.

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Rough seas or smooth sailing? The cruise industry is booming despite environmental concerns

The cruising industry is two-faced: on the surface, cruises are convenient, exciting holidays with economic benefits. But lurking underneath are its environmental and social impacts.

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Sad end in search for overboard cruise passenger

A desperate search and rescue mission in the early hours of Monday morning in extremely rough conditions off the coast of Sydney has come to an end, with police now launching a full investigation.

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"His family was horrified": Young man jumps off cruise ship

A search is underway after a 20-year-old man reportedly jumped off the Liberty of the Seas cruise ship in front of his family and other dismayed passengers.

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The Wiggles set sail for their latest venture

The children's entertainers have partnered with a cruising company to create the ultimate family holiday experience.

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Clive Palmer's plans to build Titanic II resurface

Third time's a charm? The controversial mining magnate has announced that he is re-floating his dream project to build a one-billion-dollar replica of the world's most infamous cruise ship. Why? Well, he has his reasons . . .

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Major Cruise line scraps entire season

A major cruise line has cancelled all of its sailings Down Under for the 2024/25 season following safety concerns that have left them with "no choice".

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The surprising reason you shouldn’t bring camouflage clothing on a cruise

If you're sailing in certain parts of the world, you may want to consider leaving those camouflage threads at home

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Major Australian cruise line shuts down

How one widow has changed how women solo travel

Shane Dixon's heartbreaking posts before cruise plunge

"It seems crazy": Shane Dixon's gambling friend breaks his silence

“These are people’s lives”: Calls for gambling reform after fatal cruise ship plunge

Rough seas or smooth sailing? The cruise industry is booming despite environmental concerns

Sad end in search for overboard cruise passenger

"His family was horrified": Young man jumps off cruise ship

The Wiggles set sail for their latest venture

Clive Palmer's plans to build Titanic II resurface

Major Cruise line scraps entire season

The surprising reason you shouldn’t bring camouflage clothing on a cruise

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