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The World’s First Flying Bicycle

Jasmine Crittenden — Tue, 09 Jul 2013 21:55:50 +0000

Move over E.T.

DIY Drones Could Revolutionise Your Life

Shirin Borthwick — Mon, 08 Jul 2013 07:52:17 +0000

Drone It Yourself takes the guesswork out of droning, letting you 3D print customisable parts.

Pebble Smart Watch Hits Retail Stores in US

Jasmine Crittenden — Sun, 07 Jul 2013 03:14:54 +0000

The wearable technology flood gates are set to open.

Not Even Our Kitchens Are Safe From Automation — How Machine-Made Food Is Working Its Way Into the Mainstream

Quincy Malesovas — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 05:54:54 +0000

From robot waiters to automated espresso machines, food automation is no longer a novelty. Here's how it's quietly reshaping Melbourne's cafes, restaurants and noodle shops.

Skip Bali's Busiest Streets for This Surfside Resort, Where Black-Sand Beaches and a World-Class Break Meet Tropical Serenity

Hudson Brown — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 03:51:08 +0000

A quieter Bali escape awaits on the Keramas coast, where serious surf is flanked by tropical gardens and a new wellness experience.

It Girl Designer Cecilie Bahnsen's Whimsical ASICS Sneakers Are Back for Spring 2026

Haymun Win — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 03:08:00 +0000

These sculptural kicks are landing in a pair of muted tones.

What to Do and Where to Stay During a Vibrant Spring Escape in New Zealand

Concrete Playground — Fri, 14 Aug 2026 05:59:31 +0000

Save the Euro summer for another year and thaw out from winter with a colourful New Zealand getaway instead.

Now Open: Aman Has Unveiled Its Latest Ultra-Luxe Desert Oasis on Mexico's Dramatic Baja Coast

Hudson Brown — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 06:37:42 +0000

As the newest property in Aman's attention-grabbing expansion into the Americas, this desert-meets-ocean resort is defined by its surroundings.

Now Open: FINNS' New Greek-Inspired Party Restaurant Could Be Your Wildest Dining Experience Yet

Chantelle Schmidt — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 03:23:08 +0000

Canggu's FINNS Beach Club has a rowdy new dining experience, complete with a shared feast, drinks, togas on arrival and smashed plates.

Coming Soon: Queenstown's New Lakefront Hotel Is Built for Snow Days, Spa Sessions and Sunset Drinks

Hudson Brown — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 04:14:07 +0000

Queenstown's hotel scene is welcoming a fresh lifestyle escape that combines lake views and social spaces with more than a little deep relaxation.

This Just In: Contemporary Queensland Artist Michael Zavros Wins Archibald People's Choice 2026 with Doppelganger Portrait

Haymun Win — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 23:50:23 +0000

The hyperrealist oil painting scored a record-breaking People's Choice vote.

Your Lombok Holiday Could Come with a Rafa Nadal-Approved Forehand When This Luxury Coastal Resort Opens in 2028

Hudson Brown — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 03:44:21 +0000

This sprawling luxury destination will feature serious sporting credentials when it opens in 2028, including Southeast Asia's first Rafa Nadal Tennis Centre.

This Just In: New Zealand Skincare Pioneer Emma Lewisham Gets Thumbs Up From Nobel Laureate Scientist

Haymun Win — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 02:25:48 +0000

Dr Peter Agre is the second great mind to compliment the brand's scientific thinking and sustainability cred.

Coming Soon: Amid the Aegean Sea, Eréma Is Milos' Luxury All-Suite Island Escape, Combining Sun, Stone and Siga Siga

Hudson Brown — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 05:22:46 +0000

Let yourself lose track of time, as this soon-to-launch Aegean Sea luxury retreat embraces a quiet kind of indulgence.

This Fashion-Informed Resort Is Redefining Luxury Travel in Vietnam, Merging Centuries-Old Design with Modern Indulgence

Hudson Brown — Tue, 19 May 2026 23:23:40 +0000

An eye for fashion, Vietnamese heritage and barefoot luxury intertwine at this secluded beachfront retreat shaped by a fashion family's legacy.

Leave the Noise Behind on Japan's 1200-Kilometre Pilgrimage, Offering a Spiritual Stroll to 88 Buddhist Temples

Hudson Brown — Fri, 01 May 2026 05:12:15 +0000

Beyond blurry nights and bright lights, the Japanese countryside offers myriad ancient pilgrimages, including this 1200-kilometre soul-searching journey.

Hidden in Cambodia's Koh Rong Archipelago, This Wellness-Led Private Island Is Pure, Off-Grid Bliss

Hudson Brown — Fri, 01 May 2026 00:38:00 +0000

Set across two tiny Cambodian islands, this secluded retreat invites you to unwind with ocean rituals, nature immersion and total disconnection.

This Expansive Uber Update Promises Less Travel Chaos, Featuring Curated Sightseeing and Smart Airport Navigation

Hudson Brown — Thu, 30 Apr 2026 04:42:39 +0000

Cut through the travel chaos when you're next on the road — this forthcoming update brings new features designed to make for a seamless trip.

Movies Are Officially Back: HOYTS Will Open Ten New IMAX Locations Across Australia and New Zealand by 2029

Alec Jones — Thu, 30 Apr 2026 01:47:32 +0000

While we don't know exactly where they'll be, Aussie and Kiwi moviegoers will see their available IMAX screens double in the next two years.

Lock In Italian Summer Plans with a Difference — These Five New Tiny Homes Invite Travellers to Slow Down Their Euro Adventure

Hudson Brown — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 06:37:01 +0000

Swap packed piazzas for peaceful countryside stays in these new eco-friendly tiny homes across Italy’s most scenic regions.

Stay Local for Your Next Luxury Escape — Four Australian Properties Have Been Named Among the World's 100 Best Hotels

Hudson Brown — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:57:47 +0000

Skip the overseas flight: four exceptional Australian hotels, and two across the ditch, have made this prestigious list of the world's best properties.

The Ten Best Hotels in Brisbane

Phoebe Tully — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 01:46:41 +0000

From resort-style pools and design-led suites to heritage stays and boutique hideaways, these hotels prove that a great stay in Brisbane can be as much about atmosphere as it is about location.

This Just In: Forecasts Are Pointing to a Possible "Super El Niño" In 2026 — Here's How That Could Affect You

Alec Jones — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:40:27 +0000

As the regular weather cycle shifts into the dry phase, experts are warning that the next few months could be some of the driest on record.