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Guest ratings have become more important than brand names when people look to book a hotel room, according to Australia's second largest travel site.

Detectives believe a man found dead in a Nowra unit earlier this week was mauled by his own dog after he had a medical episode.

Adani has declared it's full steam ahead for its controversial mega coal mine after the Queensland government issued the final approval needed to begin construction.

Adani has Queensland government approvals to construct it's controversial thermal coal mine - not everyone is happy.

Five people, including the alleged gunman, have been detained over the shooting of former Red Sox star David Ortiz, the chief prosecutor in the Dominican Republic says.

Foreign Minister Marise Payne has urged protesters and Hong Kong authorities to avoid further violence amid concerns over new extradition laws that have sparked a civilian uprising.

A 10-minute flight from a Melbourne CBD rooftop to the airport 19 kilometres away for less than $90 could be a reality sooner than the long-awaited train line.

A specialist police rapid response unit will be established to combat violent incidents such as terrorist attacks in South Australia.

Queensland bush champion Fab's Cowboy will get a big money chance to regain his title as the winner of the most Australian races for the season.

Opponents of Queensland's gas royalty hike have labelled the move a kick in the guts for the resources sector, but Treasurer Jackie Trad says it's time for the industry to pay more.