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Sue Williams

Sue Williams

Sue Williams is a Sydney-based freelance travel writer, author and journalist who's filed for newspapers, magazines, radio and TV stations around the world.

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One way to build a home in eight weeks, for a 10 per cent discount

New home buyers could get into their homes quicker and for a lower price, reducing the risk of delays from bad weather or holidays.

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Barbara Jones at home in Lane Cove.

How much it costs to live in Sydney’s ‘most liveable neighbourhood’

It’s been voted the most liveable and lovable suburb in Australia … on every count except affordability.

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Pura Ulun Danu Bratan temple, with its multi-tiered shrine, and Lake Bratan, is famed Balinese landmark.

The fabulous side of Bali still waiting to be discovered

Bali offers untold depth for the thinking traveller. But how many of us go deeper? These six experts live on the island and reckon we could do a lot better.

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Vincent Woodgate helped resolve issues in his apartment building.

Vincent’s unit block was riddled with problems. He found a clever fix

The Sydney unit owner drew up a program to fix leaks and replace failing awnings and combustible cladding, and he’s far from alone.

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First home buyers are forging ahead with low deposits.

How first home buyers are getting a $79,000 windfall without help from parents

In place of the bank of mum and dad or gifting grandparents, first home buyers could leave the rental market sooner with government help.

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Laneway street art in the medina of Fes in Morocco.

Google Maps won’t help you find your way through this ancient maze

Don’t rely on your sense of direction when entering this labyrinth – hire someone who can help you find your way back.

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In the fjords on the MS Rotterdam.

Cruise line’s new ship is a leap forward in luxury

You’ll rarely queue for anything on this ship that hits the sweet spot – it never feels too big, or too small.

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Early retirement can come as a shock to some.

The early-retirement trap: How to avoid loneliness, boredom and ‘wet leaf syndrome’

Quitting work earlier in life is the ultimate goal for many. But the reality can be a brutal letdown.

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The seats are in a 2-3-2 layout.

Whoever designed these business class seats should never work again

Business class should feel like an indulgent, comfortable treat. By no stretch of the imagination could this be considered as such.

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Beijing was freezing and many people – including tourists – were sick when I met Emilio.

Making new friends overseas can be great – or go totally wrong

I met him in China and visited him in Mexico. Then his brother asked when the wedding was going to be.

  • Sue Williams