The Australian Government's crackdown on backpackers applying for second-year Working Holiday Visas under false pretences has been big news lately. YHA spoke to the Department of Immigration about the issue, here's what they had to say...

Kick back and enjoy the relaxed, alternative side of Sydney with this weekly deal, incuding accommodation and transport.

An hour south of Adelaide - capital city of South Australia - on the southern coastline of the popular Fleurieu Peninsula, a very stylish new hostel has opened its doors.

Ever wanted to take to the skies for a birds-eye view of Sydney? Take advantage of these great YHA/HI member deals.

Show your YHA card for $4 off XPO entry. New members receive 2 years membership for the price of 1 year!

Following the merger of YHA Queensland and YHA NSW in to YHA Ltd, a Queensland Members' Information Meeting will take place at 11am on Saturday 29 May, 2010 in the Rainforest Room at Brisbane City YHA.

The 2010 YHA Ltd Annual General Meeting will be held at 11.00am on Saturday 17 April 2010 at The Big Dig Archaeology and Education Centre, Sydney Harbour YHA, 110 Cumberland Street, The Rocks.

The 2010 Annual General Meeting of YHA SA will be held on Tuesday 4th May at 7pm, Conference Room, 2nd Floor, Adelaide Central YHA, 135 Waymouth Street, Adelaide.

The Annual General Meeting of the Youth Hostels Association of Tasmania Inc will be held at the Adelphi Court YHA Hostel, 17 Stoke Street, New Town, Tasmania at 6:00pm on Wednesday 17 March 2010.

The 71st Annual General Meeting of YHA Victoria Limited will be held at the Jasper Hotel, 489 Elizabeth St, Melbourne on Monday May 17, 2010 commencing at 7.00pm.