Danny Gocs
Will Swenson as a young Neil Diamond in the musical A Beautiful Noise at the Princess Theatre, Melbourne. Photo: Jeff Busby
August 10, 2026, 11:30 am
Songs relive bittersweet memories in Neil Diamond musical
The AJN reviews A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical, a nostalgic production which had its Australian premiere at Melbourne's Princess Theatre on August 8.
By Danny Gocs
High above Queenstown at Bob’s Peak are Gaby and Danny Gocs with grandchildren (from left) Ava, Millie and Oscar.
August 4, 2026, 10:51 am
Family fun in New Zealand’s ski capital
An overseas multi-generation trip has its challenges, but travelling to a family-friendly city such as Queenstown helps make it enjoyable for all ages.
By Danny Gocs
The rooftop pool at The Eve Hotel Sydney. Photo: Georg Roske
July 7, 2026, 2:19 pm
Inner-city hotel with an artistic vibe
The boutique hotel The Eve brings a relaxed holiday resort feeling to bustling inner-city Sydney.
By Danny Gocs
Newborn zebra keeps close to its mother in the Monarto Safari Park’s Wild Africa precinct. Photo: Danny Gocs
July 2, 2026, 4:05 pm
Safari experience close to home
At a new luxury lodge in South Australia, guests can go on safari to see some of Africa’s wild animals.
By Danny Gocs
A holidaying family in Thailand enjoys a helping hand from a Nannimoon nanny. Photos: Aigul Moon Photography
June 2, 2026, 11:50 am
Nannies make life easy on overseas holidays
A nanny service catering for family holidays in Thailand – the brainchild of two Israeli mums – is expanding to Bali and Vietnam.
By Danny Gocs
Girl (Sian Fuller) and Guy (Mark Taylor) team up to record an album in the musical Once. Photos: Natalie Edge
May 18, 2026, 3:11 pm
Powerful love story takes centre stage in Once
The AJN reviews a new production of the award-winning musical Once that has premiered in Melbourne.
By Danny Gocs
(from left) Jenna (Natalie Bassingthwaighte), Becky (Gabriyel Thomas) and Dawn (Mackenzie Dunn) in the diner in the musical Waitress. Photos: Jeff Busby
May 12, 2026, 4:49 pm
Serving up a delightful musical in Waitress
The AJN reviews the musical Waitress and finds there’s plenty to enjoy in this heartfelt show which has just had its Australian premiere in Melbourne.
By Danny Gocs
The terrace lounge at the new Hannah St Hotel.
April 28, 2026, 11:49 am
Art is all part of hotel’s design
Modern design, comfort and an impressive range of artworks are among the features of Melbourne’s new Hannah St Hotel.
By Danny Gocs
Crown Princess in Sydney Harbour during a recent cruise.
March 31, 2026, 2:38 pm
Serving up Pesach meals onboard ship
Plenty of planning goes into providing Pesach food for Carnival Corporation ships cruising in Australasian waters.
By Danny Gocs
Reefworld on the Great Barrier Reef is undergoing a multi-million-dollar refurbishment. Photo: Journey Beyond
March 5, 2026, 4:05 pm
News from the world of travel
Interesting news items from around Australia and overseas.
By Danny Gocs
Club Med Phuket, 2025. Photographed by Daniel Koh.
February 17, 2026, 11:08 am
Multi-gen holidays are all the rage
Family holidays with grandparents, parents and kids are growing in popularity.
By Danny Gocs
Kala Gare stars as Sybylla Melvyn in MTC’s My Brilliant Career. Photo: Pia Johnson
January 29, 2026, 3:38 pm
A brilliant musical of an Australian classic returns
The AJN reviews the Melbourne Theatre Company musical, My Brilliant Career, which is back for a return season ahead of touring.
By Danny Gocs
Grizabella, played by Gabriyel Thomas (centre) in a scene in Cats at Hamer Hall, Arts Centre Melbourne. Photo: Daniel Boud
January 5, 2026, 3:07 pm
Nostalgic trip down memory lane in Cats
The AJN reviews the 40th anniversary production of the musical Cats, currently being staged at Arts Centre Melbourne’s Hamer Hall.
By Danny Gocs
Walkers enjoy New Zealand’s spectacular scenery in Queenstown.
December 8, 2025, 10:59 am
Stepping up for a New Zealand adventure
A group of Sydney walkers expand their horizons to spectacular Queenstown in New Zealand’s South Island.
By Danny Gocs
Crown Princess in Sydney Harbour during a recent cruise.
December 8, 2025, 10:04 am
News from the world of travel
The AJN brings you the latest news from the world of travel.
By Danny Gocs
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