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Sydney Morning Herald
7 days ago
- Sydney Morning Herald
Travelling on a sleeper train is an exercise in space management
Australia by train: it's a romantic step back in time on board a rattling silver snake that winds its way across the continent. It's also an exercise in space management, with cabins on the Indian Pacific, The Ghan and the Great Southern demanding clever use of room storage in a cabin footprint that's remained the same since 2008. Here's the inside scoop on making the most of your space from the crew who do it every day. Pack light Start small and stay small. Indian Pacific journey manager Brittney Howe says this is the secret to a manageable and enjoyable cabin experience. There's only really floor space for a soft duffel bag or a very small wheelie bag, so be conscious with your clothing and pack things that you can wear multiple ways. 'You'll be far more comfortable with a duffel bag – something soft that can pack away,' says Howe. 'Then you're not navigating and moving [bags] around the ladder and moving them every time you need to open the bathroom or cabin door.' Unpack with intention The snug cabins are designed with nooks for your bits and bobs. In the Gold Twin cabin, which features two bunks and a private ensuite, that includes a slimline hanging space, a fold-out table, a book nook above your bed and even a designated hat rack for your Akubra. Space is limited in the private bathroom, so Howe makes more from the get-go. 'For me, it's hanging my towels straight away and that opens up all of that cupboard space [for toiletries],' she says. Other hot tips? Put your shoes in the cavity beneath the bottom bunk to keep the floor space free. Keep your toothbrush and toothpaste in the wall-mounted cup-holder above the sink. Use the space above the bathroom (where extra blankets and pillows live) for bulky or lesser-used items, like the puffer coat you won't need during warm Nullarbor afternoons.
The Age
7 days ago
- The Age
Travelling on a sleeper train is an exercise in space management
Australia by train: it's a romantic step back in time on board a rattling silver snake that winds its way across the continent. It's also an exercise in space management, with cabins on the Indian Pacific, The Ghan and the Great Southern demanding clever use of room storage in a cabin footprint that's remained the same since 2008. Here's the inside scoop on making the most of your space from the crew who do it every day. Pack light Start small and stay small. Indian Pacific journey manager Brittney Howe says this is the secret to a manageable and enjoyable cabin experience. There's only really floor space for a soft duffel bag or a very small wheelie bag, so be conscious with your clothing and pack things that you can wear multiple ways. 'You'll be far more comfortable with a duffel bag – something soft that can pack away,' says Howe. 'Then you're not navigating and moving [bags] around the ladder and moving them every time you need to open the bathroom or cabin door.' Unpack with intention The snug cabins are designed with nooks for your bits and bobs. In the Gold Twin cabin, which features two bunks and a private ensuite, that includes a slimline hanging space, a fold-out table, a book nook above your bed and even a designated hat rack for your Akubra. Space is limited in the private bathroom, so Howe makes more from the get-go. 'For me, it's hanging my towels straight away and that opens up all of that cupboard space [for toiletries],' she says. Other hot tips? Put your shoes in the cavity beneath the bottom bunk to keep the floor space free. Keep your toothbrush and toothpaste in the wall-mounted cup-holder above the sink. Use the space above the bathroom (where extra blankets and pillows live) for bulky or lesser-used items, like the puffer coat you won't need during warm Nullarbor afternoons.
West Australian
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- West Australian
Anthony Albanese receives light-hearted dressing down for Contiki-tour look during Great Wall of China visit
Anthony Albanese has received a light-hearted dressing down for dressing down on his visit to the Great Wall of China on Wednesday. Some media commented that he looked more like a Contiki-tour traveller than a Prime Minister, in stark contrast to his fiance Jodie Haydon who received plaudits for her costume choices throughout the six day trip. She made a fashion nod to her hosts at the Great Wall by wearing a $599 short-sleeve midi-dress with a floral print and mandarin collar by Leo Lin. 'As an Australian-Chinese brand, we are thrilled to see Jodie Haydon wearing Leo Lin in Leo's home country,' said Laura Good, head of brand at Leo Lin. Walking alongside her, Mr Albanese opted for a light blue polo shirt and baseball cap of his beloved South Sydney Rabbitohs. There were also comments on social media deriding his casual attire as unstatesman-like. But others pointed out it would be too stuffy climbing the steps in anything more formal, especially on a hot day. There were negative comments about him looking even more blokey — wearing a Hawthorn Football Club shirt — when visiting visited a panda conservation centre in Chengdu on Thursday. But what is an Australian PM meant to wear to the zoo? Mr Albanese, who was similarly chided for wearing an Akubra to Pope Leo XIV's inauguration mass, will no doubt care more about whether his trip achieved its delicately navigated political aims. Some commentators pointed out his casual style, akin to many other Australian men in their 60s, and approachable ordinary-bloke persona was part of his political appeal and a factor in his stunning election victory in May. His predecessor Scott Morrison endured his own fashion critics and was accused of having a 'daggy dad' dress sense, when not in a suit. He also never lived down the loud tropical shirt he wore while holidaying in Hawaii during the 2019-2020 Black Summer bushfires. Like Mr Albanese, Mr Morrison was fond of polo shirts and baseball caps, albeit for the Cronulla Sharks. Another former Liberal PM Tony Abbott had an excuse for his frequent over-exposure in budgie smugglers and lycra — it was an authentic accoutrement of his sporting hobbies. Former Foreign Minister Julie Bishop was a leader in fashion diplomacy on the international stage. The Perth politician and social queen made a point of supporting Australian designers at home and abroad. On the male side, few Australian leaders have looked as effortlessly stylish as former US president Barack Obama, who frequently appeared in GQ, Esquire and Vanity Affair. Paul Keating and Malcolm Turnbull and Paul Keating came closest, with their bespoke suits giving them extra presence when representing their country.
The Age
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Age
Canada's PM revealed as fan of Aussie film Gallipoli – and he's no slouch on the hat front
The world might be on fire right now, but international diplomacy still retains some of its quainter rituals that hark back to a simpler time – the official exchange of gifts between leaders. So when Prime Minister Anthony Albanese met his Canadian counterpart Mark Carney before the G7 Summit in Calgary this week, the gift-giving attracted almost as much publicity as the diplomacy. Carney, the former governor of the Bank of England, is now prime minister of Canada (how's that for a career plot twist?), after reversing near-certain defeat of his party after Justin Trudeau had outstayed his welcome. Albanese presented Carney with an Akubra (we feel Uggs would have been more thoughtful for the Canadian winter). But that's not all. The PM also handed over some framed memorabilia from the film, Gallipoli, some stuff given up by the National Film and Sound Archives of Australia. 'Prime Minister Carney's favourite movie of all time is Gallipoli,' an official briefing archly noted. The 1981 Peter Weir-David Williamson filmic monument to the Anzac legend wasn't what we'd expect to strike a chord with a nerdy Canadian economist, but there you go. It led us to wonder what would be revealed to be Albanese's favourite in a moment of gifting reciprocity? Jesus of Montreal? I've Heard the Mermaids Singing? Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure?
Time of India
16-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Albanese gifts Gallipoli poster to Canada's Carney as they meet on the sidelines of G7 summit; here is a list of gifts exchanged
The gift exchanged between the two leaders Live Events Australia's role in the G7 summit (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney met in Calgary on the sidelines of the G7 summit, which is set to take place in Alberta, Canada, from 15-17 June, setting aside protocol to highlight shared values and warmth between the two countries and their a handshake atop his slate-blue RAAF jet, PM Albanese was greeted by Alberta Premier Danielle Smith, Calgary Mayor Jyoti Gondek, and Emergency Management Minister Eleanor Olszewski, everyone expressing gratitude for Australia's recent deployment of 96 firefighters to assist with Canada's raging Northern Prairies presented an iconic Stetson cowboy hat to Albanese, who replied in kind by gifting a traditional Australian Akubra. Albanese also shared a framed poster from the Australian classic Gallipoli, and Carney gifted a cold‑cast bronze bear sculpture by Roy Hinz, on behalf of Canada's rugged landscapes.'You always do, and Australia always does step up,' Carney said, personally thanking Albanese for the firefighters' efforts. Albanese, in return, said, 'You can always rely upon Australia. I know our firefighters are really proud.'The pair celebrated Canada's decision to acquire Australia's Jindalee Operational Radar Network (JORN) valued at $6.5 billion to boost Arctic also explored expanding ties on critical minerals essential to clean‑energy supply chains. Carney noted that Australia 'had a lot to contribute to the G7' in this not a G7 member, Australia received a gracious invitation to the summit. Albanese expressed thanks and underscored the urgency of global cooperation, 'climate‑change response, defense, prosperity,' he told the coming days, he will meet leaders from South Korea, France, Germany, Japan, the UK, the EU, and the US, culminating in his first in‑person meeting with US President Donald Trump Albanese plans to advocate for Australia on steel and aluminium tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump and underline the strategic value of AUKUS, the trilateral security pact with the US and UK.
