Australian travel patterns are shifting due to cost of living pressures, with domestic travel down 7-10% while international travel remains strong. Southeast Asian destinations like Japan, Vietnam and Thailand are increasingly popular as travellers move away from European trips. Car hire and motorhome trips are rising as Australians opt for road trips and closer destinations to manage budget constraints.

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U.S. President Donald Trump has delayed a major announcement on peace negotiations with Iran, stating he is in no rush to finalise a deal despite earlier expectations. The proposed agreement would reopen the Strait of Hormuz and establish a 60-day ceasefire, with Iran potentially agreeing to export its uranium stockpiles. American officials indicate an agreement in principle exists, though key details about Iran's future uranium enrichment capabilities remain unclear, and reopening the strait could take months even after a deal is signed.

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The Sapphire Coast road trip showcases culinary destinations from Merimbula to Sydney, with a spotlight on Barmonte restaurant in Bermagui. Chef Tia presents house-made Italian dishes including lamb ragu on handmade pasta, pumpkin rotolo with lasagna sheets, and Parisian-style fried gnocchi. The restaurant distinguishes itself by making pasta, doughs and bread fresh daily in-house.

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Love on the Spectrum fan favourites Tyler and Madison share their engagement story after Tyler proposed during their one-year anniversary at the same location as their first date. The couple, who met on the Netflix docuseries following adults with autism navigating relationships, discuss their relationship journey with neurodiversity and dating expert Jennifer Cook. Tyler has recently released a country music single inspired by their love story.

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Stephen Colbert has signed off from The Late Show after CBS cancelled the long-running programme for financial reasons, though some speculate his critical coverage of Donald Trump may have played a role. The finale featured celebrity appearances including Ryan Reynolds, Paul Rudd and Paul McCartney, with Colbert planning to co-write Lord of the Rings content with his son and develop his Uncle Cops segment. The cancellation has reignited discussions about the declining viewership of traditional late-night television as audiences increasingly consume content online the following day rather than watching live broadcasts.

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274 climbers reached the summit of Mount Everest on the same day, setting a new record for the largest number of people to reach the world's tallest peak simultaneously. The group included two Australians, among them the country's youngest ever summiteer and a Brisbane man who had previously survived an avalanche. The previous record of 223 climbers was set in 2019.

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Seven women and 14 children who lived in the Al-Roj refugee camp in northern Syria for seven years have left the camp and are currently in Damascus. Reports suggest they could arrive in Australia as soon as next week, with destinations expected to be Melbourne and Sydney.

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Steve Mattaboni, a West Australian man, died in a shark attack while spearfishing with friends off Rottnest Island. The 38-year-old father of two daughters, including a four-month-old baby, was remembered by family and friends as a devoted family man and ocean conservationist. Those close to him say he would have wanted people to continue enjoying the water despite the tragedy.

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Steve Mattaboni, a West Australian man, died in a shark attack while spearfishing with friends off Rottnest Island. The 38-year-old father of two daughters, including a four-month-old baby, was remembered by family and friends as a devoted family man and ocean conservationist. Those close to him say he would have wanted people to continue enjoying the water despite the tragedy.

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ISIS brides are returning to Australia from a refugee camp in northern Syria, travelling via Damascus. The women will not be required to undertake de-radicalisation programmes unless charged upon arrival. Three of four adults who recently returned have been charged with serious offences, with authorities warning returnees will face the full force of the law if they have committed any offences.

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