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Major development in Laos poisoning deaths case as alcohol factory owner arrested

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3 weeks, 1 day ago

Heartbroken mother of British woman, 28, fatally poisoned by methanol at hostel in Laos recounts 'nightmare' 16-hour journey to be by her dying daughter's side - before switching off her life support

Daily Mail

A heartbroken mother has shared the 'nightmare' 16-hour journey she took to be by the bedside of her daughter, who had been poisoned by methanol at a hostel in Laos, before having to switch off her life support. Sue White took two flights to be with her daughter Simone White, one of the six foreign tourists who died of methanol …

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Laos’ tainted alcohol deaths send chill through backpacker paradise

Al Jazeera

Backpacker hotspot Vang Vieng is in the spotlight following deaths of six tourists from suspected methanol poisoning. Vang Vieng, Laos – The streets of Vang Vieng are quieter than usual as global scrutiny falls on the backpacker hotspot following the deaths of six foreign tourists from suspected methanol poisoning. “This is my first time seeing something like this happen in …

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1 month ago

Moment 'poisoned' backpacker is rushed to hospital in Laos - as bartender breaks silence over 'free shots that have killed four and left British lawyer fighting for life'

Daily Mail

This video is no longer available This video is no longer available This is the moment a moped driver rushed a 'poisoned' backpacker to hospital in Laos after allegedly drinking free shots laced with deadly methanol. Heartbreaking CCTV footage shows a Laos 'poisoning' victim being transported to hospital Brit Simone White, 28, is an associate lawyer based in London specialising …

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1 month ago

British tourists are rushed to hospital 'with methanol poisoning after downing poisonous laced shots' while on holiday in Laos

Daily Mail

A group of British tourists have been rushed to hospital after they were allegedly served drinks that contained methanol while on holiday in Laos. Simone White and Bethany Clarke both fell ill on holiday in Southeast Asia Tourists kayaking in the party town of Vang Vieng in Laos Ms White is an associate lawyer based in London specialising in intellectual …

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7 months, 3 weeks ago

Farmer demand for Pacific Islander seasonal workers is falling — and it could be backpackers taking their place

ABC

Demand for Pacific Island seasonal workers is falling after a post-COVID boom in numbers — and backpackers might be taking their place. "That's appealing, whereas seasonal workers are on a contract.” Dr Curtain said for PALM workers on longer contracts in agriculture, employer demand has fallen even more. But he said the drop in demand for Pacific Australia Labour Mobility …

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8 months, 3 weeks ago

Irish backpacker’s body pulled from Sydney Harbour after going missing on night out

The Independent

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1 year, 3 months ago

Tourism: Bye bye backpackers — hello culture buffs?

Hindustan Times

Picture the perfect vacationer, from the perspective of a host city or country: ideally, this holidaymaker should arrive in the low season — not the crowded high season — take an interest in the local culture and people, respect the environment, have great manners, tact, and refrain from littering. "We no longer want to measure the success of tourism in …

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1 year, 4 months ago

Why hostels are having a renaissance amid the cost of living crisis

The Independent

Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discounts Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Get Simon Calder’s Travel email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Hostels aren’t just about a cheap bed; if you choose wisely, yours might be more fun than any fancy hotel …

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1 year, 6 months ago

Australian prosecutors drop murder charge over German backpacker's death in 2005

The Independent

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1 year, 7 months ago

Farmers, meat processors worried about migration reforms

ABC

Big reforms to migration could significantly cut the number of workers on farms and hit the bottom line of regional manufacturers, Australian meat processors and farmers say. Key points: NSW Farmers say changes will cut up to 15,000 backpackers from farm work The meat sector is concerned about key regional businesses being hit by salary increases Unions are happy to …

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1 year, 9 months ago

Businesses close in Western Australia's south west due to staff shortages

ABC

WA's worker shortage has become "untenable" for some businesses, prompting cafes and restaurants in regional areas to shut up shop. Key points: Several cafes and restaurants in southern WA have shut recently because of staff shortages Worker shortages have plagued the state after backpackers and international workers left during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic The WA Australian Hotels Association …

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2 years ago

The cop who caught 'Bikini Killer' Charles Sobhraj is happy with his early release. Here's why

Firstpost

Nearly two decades later, Ganesh KC, now retired from service, is happy to see the early release of serial killer Charles Sobhraj. It shows how sensitive we are towards senior citizens and displays our conviction for human rights, he says A former Nepalese police officer, who caught the notorious French serial killer Charles Sobhraj in 2003, on Thursday said it …

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2 years, 1 month ago

Backpackers return to Far North Queensland farms, alleviating worker shortage

ABC

In the sweltering Mareeba heat, Fernando Hernandez bends over furrows of dirt and pushes papaya plants into the ground. Key points: An influx of job-seeking backpackers has arrived in the country Flooding rain in southern states is pushing working holiday makers north to Queensland Some businesses are fully staffed for the first time in nearly three years, but others are …

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2 years, 1 month ago

Backpackers return to WA farms for harvest after COVID hiatus

ABC

This is more than a holiday for Charlie Borrill. Key points: Farmers say skilled backpackers are in high demand for harvest Working holiday-makers are slowly returning to Australian shores WA crop farmers are preparing for another bumper harvest Standing in a damp paddock, an hour's drive east of Esperance on WA's south coast, the teenager is soaking up as much …

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2 years, 2 months ago

Why backpackers are to blame for Australia's cost of living crisis

Daily Mail

A drastic lack of overseas backpackers is to blame for Australia's cost of living crisis and $12 heads of lettuce. Scroll down for video Overseas backpackers, or a lack of them, are to blame for Australia's cost of living crisis and $12 heads lettuce Australia's short-term arrivals total of 348,440 people in August was only a third of the 1.078 …

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2 years, 2 months ago

Backpackers return to regional Queensland for work and play post-pandemic

ABC

Foreign accents are again echoing through the dormitories of regional Queensland hostels, as tourism operators and the agriculture industry celebrate the return of international travellers. Key points: Accommodation and tourism providers experience an influx of overseas tourists for the first time since the pandemic began The Department of Home Affairs has granted 126,100 working holiday maker visas since December Among …

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2 years, 3 months ago

Adventure Tourism Victoria looks to returning backpackers to fill workforce shortages

ABC

Victoria's backpacker industry is on track to return to pre-pandemic levels next year, with hopes those on working holiday visas may help to fill ongoing staff shortages. Key points: Backpackers numbers are expected to increase to 300,000 in 2023 Stakeholders say returning working holidaymakers can help fill workforce shortages An Adventure Tourism Victoria forum will be held at The Mansion …

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2 years, 3 months ago

Australia's post-COVID tourism sector still waiting for international visitors as backpackers choose to stay away

ABC

Steve Edmondson is hearing a few more foreign accents these days. Speaking from the town's famous Cable Beach, Mr Geappen said any small business owner in the town who hadn't "made a quid this season was an idiot". "The major international factor that we're dealing with is the lack of backpackers," he said. The Department of Home Affairs said processing …

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2 years, 6 months ago

Regional employers desperate for backpackers to return as workforce shortages continue

ABC

Resurrecting the nation's reputation in the eyes of overseas parents could help Jane Coole plug holes in her roster sheet. Key points: As of May 15, there were 32,796 working holiday-makers in Australia Regional employers are hoping for many more to return to help alleviate dire staff shortages A tourism expert says it will be important to convince the parents …

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2 years, 8 months ago

Four Korean backpackers die in car and truck collision on New England Highway between Warwick and Stanthorpe

ABC

Four women from Korea, who had only been in the country for a few weeks, were killed when their car crashed into a semi-trailer on a Queensland highway. Authorities said the car was dragged about 150 metres down the highway, with the four occupants dying at the scene. "It would appear at this stage that they have sadly failed to …

2 years, 10 months ago

Farm labour shortage continues despite surge of working holiday visa applications

ABC

Almost all of the foreign backpackers granted a working holiday-maker visa since Australia announced it would lift its border restrictions remain overseas. Key points: AusVeg doesn't expect backpacker numbers to return to their previous levels for some time More than 31,000 working holiday visas have been issued since December The federal government is offering a refund for visa application fees …

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2 years, 10 months ago

As 'fortress Australia' opens after two years of COVID-19 border closures, will backpackers and tourists come back?

ABC

Bondi in summer isn't exactly what Moa Hoflin imagined. According to Margy Osmond, the chief executive of the Tourism & Transport Forum Australia, the "code red" decision was the latest in a long line of hits to the industry and Australia's global reputation. "In the meantime, we just need that certainty and not see any surprises like what we saw …

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3 years, 5 months ago

Backpackers, beer return to Bundaberg one year after fire destroyed historic Federal hostel

ABC

A year ago, Bundaberg publican Stephen Paterson sat in a gutter watching his beloved pub slowly burn to the ground. Key points: Bundaberg marks the first anniversary of a fire that destroyed a popular pub and hostel Managers of Federal Backpackers hostel reveal plans for new worker accommodation Legislation changes regarding fire safety were hailed as the reason no lives …

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Major development in Laos poisoning deaths case as alcohol factory owner arrested

Heartbroken mother of British woman, 28, fatally poisoned by methanol at hostel in Laos recounts 'nightmare' 16-hour journey to be by her dying daughter's side - before switching off her life support

Laos’ tainted alcohol deaths send chill through backpacker paradise

Moment 'poisoned' backpacker is rushed to hospital in Laos - as bartender breaks silence over 'free shots that have killed four and left British lawyer fighting for life'

British tourists are rushed to hospital 'with methanol poisoning after downing poisonous laced shots' while on holiday in Laos

Farmer demand for Pacific Islander seasonal workers is falling — and it could be backpackers taking their place

Irish backpacker’s body pulled from Sydney Harbour after going missing on night out

Tourism: Bye bye backpackers — hello culture buffs?

Why hostels are having a renaissance amid the cost of living crisis

Australian prosecutors drop murder charge over German backpacker's death in 2005

Farmers, meat processors worried about migration reforms

Businesses close in Western Australia's south west due to staff shortages

The cop who caught 'Bikini Killer' Charles Sobhraj is happy with his early release. Here's why

Backpackers return to Far North Queensland farms, alleviating worker shortage

Backpackers return to WA farms for harvest after COVID hiatus

Why backpackers are to blame for Australia's cost of living crisis

Backpackers return to regional Queensland for work and play post-pandemic

Adventure Tourism Victoria looks to returning backpackers to fill workforce shortages

Australia's post-COVID tourism sector still waiting for international visitors as backpackers choose to stay away

Regional employers desperate for backpackers to return as workforce shortages continue

Four Korean backpackers die in car and truck collision on New England Highway between Warwick and Stanthorpe

Farm labour shortage continues despite surge of working holiday visa applications

As 'fortress Australia' opens after two years of COVID-19 border closures, will backpackers and tourists come back?

Backpackers, beer return to Bundaberg one year after fire destroyed historic Federal hostel