Des Houghton is an Assistant Editor with a focus on national news in Australia. He writes for various publications including the North Queensland News, Sky News Australia, and the Cairns Post. Des covers a range of topics including politics, current affairs, travel, and lifestyle.
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Des Houghton focuses on lifestyle, travel, and tourism in Australia. Pitches should align with these themes, offering unique angles related to Australian destinations, wine experiences, or travel trends. For example, providing insights into emerging tourist attractions or hidden gems within the country could resonate well.
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By: Des Houghton
The Department of Foreign Affairs has issued travel warnings for Grade 12 students set to attend schoolies celebrations in southeast Asia.
By: Des Houghton
Turn on some music when you pour yourself a Jack Daniel’s whiskey or a glass of champagne and it will taste up to 20 per cent better.
By: Des Houghton
Domestic and global airline travel is about to be reinvented with a range of new jets that are quieter, greener and faster.
By: Des Houghton
Europe is bracing itself for the arrival of 100 million travellers on religious pilgrimages.
By: Des Houghton
I’ve changed my mind. I am now in favour of a Truth-telling and Healing Inquiry.
Ed Carr is the Father Christmas of the Australian sparkling wine industry.
By: Des Houghton
A fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists has called on Queensland Health to reinstate suspended psychiatrist Jillian Spencer, saying she was the target of a political campaign by gender activists.
By: Des Houghton
Well-heeled travellers are flocking to join tours led by experts from celebrity chefs to golf pros.
I am thinking of charging my friends and relatives a fee to attend my Christmas lunch this year.
By: Des Houghton
A high-scoring chardonnay from Western Australia was the top of the wine collectors’ hit parade this year.
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