New South Wales (NSW) has shattered tourism spending records, exceeding $52.9 billion, despite a slight decrease in overall visitor numbers. The state welcomed a record number of visitors from both domestic and international markets, with strong growth in overnight stays and spending. International tourism is showing strong recovery, reaching nearly 85% of pre-pandemic levels.
New South Wales (NSW), Australia, is expecting a significant surge in Indian tourists this year due to improved flight connections, simplified visa processes, and rising disposable incomes in India. NSW’s tourism sector saw a remarkable 109% increase in Indian tourist spending in 2023, highlighting the growing importance of this market for the state.
Nicholas Billings has been charged with murder following the tragic death of Molly Ticehurst in her Forbes, NSW home.
Daniel Billings, 29, has been charged with the murder of his ex-girlfriend, Molly Ticehurst, 28, in Forbes, NSW. Billings was already facing charges of rape, stalking, and cruelty against Ticehurst and was out on bail at the time of the murder. The court refused Billings’ bail application, and he remains in custody. Ticehurst’s family is devastated by her death, and Premier Chris Minns has called for an investigation into the circumstances leading up to the crime.
