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Jimmy Rees is back with his Hilarious “ Not That Kinda Viral ” Tour

• May 4, 2023

Owen George

Jimmy Rees, beloved Australian entertainer and former star of ABC Kid’s TV series Giggle & Hoot, is set to embark on his Not That Kinda Viral Tour in 2023; this 12-date, Australia-wide, bringing laughter and joy to audiences from August to November.

The tour will cover a wide range of locations, including Melbourne, Canberra, Wollongong, Sydney, Newcastle, Adelaide, Perth, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Darwin, and Hobart. Fans across the country will have the opportunity to catch Jimmy’s hilarious performance live on stage.

The Not That Kinda Viral Tour is a follow-up to Jimmy’s highly successful Meanwhile In Australia tour in 2022. Originally planned for just five shows, the tour expanded to an impressive 35 sold-out shows, including seven shows in his hometown of Melbourne. The overwhelming response from fans, with many shows selling out on the day of release, solidified the tour as one of the most successful comedy tours of the year.

Jimmy’s journey in entertainment began with his iconic role as Jimmy Giggle in Giggle & Hoot. The award-winning ABC Kids series made him a household name, with the show airing seven days a week on the national broadcaster. Even today, Giggle & Hoot continues to captivate young audiences, as it is still broadcast daily on the ABC.

During his time with Giggle & Hoot, Jimmy Rees toured extensively, entertaining over 500,000 people live. He also released several albums, including the popular Jimmy Giggle’s Christmas Party, which reached the top spot on the iTunes charts. The album featured collaborations with renowned artists such as Tina Arena, Fifi Box, Justine Clarke, David Campbell, and Deb Mailman.

However, it was during the pandemic that Jimmy underwent a personal reinvention, leaving his Jimmy Giggle persona behind. He gained international recognition and became a viral sensation with his quick-witted comedy sketches, which resonated with audiences worldwide. Across platforms like Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, TikTok, and Instagram, Jimmy amassed a substantial following of adoring fans, expanding beyond children to include like-minded adults.

His highly entertaining videos and playlists cover a variety of topics, showcasing his comedic talents. From hilarious skits like Border Control for… and The Guy Who Decides… to relatable content like Parenting Funnies and Meanwhile in Bryon Bay and Meanwhile in Brighton, Jimmy’s creativity and humor have struck a chord with viewers.

As the Not That Kinda Viral Tour approaches, fans eagerly anticipate Jimmy Rees’ return to the stage. His ability to connect with audiences through laughter and entertainment has made him one of Australia’s favorite entertainers. Whether you were a fan during his Giggle & Hoot days or discovered him through his viral videos, this tour promises to deliver unforgettable moments of laughter and joy for all who attend. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to experience Jimmy Rees live in action on his nationwide tour.

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Jimmy rees announces national 17-date ‘let’s get regional’ 2024 tour.

The 'Let's Get Regional' Tour will see Jimmy Rees tour stages in Ballarat, Bendigo and Geelong.

Prepare for a whirlwind of laughter as Australian entertainer Jimmy Rees announces his mammoth national ‘Let’s Get Regional’ tour, hitting 17 towns from February to July 2024. After the success of his previous tours, Jimmy is ready to bring his unique brand of comedy to regional Australia, promising an unforgettable night of hilarity.

Jimmy Rees, known for his outstanding social media presence with over 4 million followers and 43 million TikTok likes, is set to embark on a 17-date tour covering regional towns including Ballarat, Bendigo, Caloundra, Toowoomba, Port Macquarie, Lismore, Albany, Bunbury, Bundaberg, Rockhampton, Shepparton, Albury, Launceston, Warragul, Geelong, Cairns, and Mount Gambier.

Jimmy Rees ‘Let’s Get Regional’ Tour

• 16 Feb: Ballarat Civic Hall, VIC
• 17 Feb: Ulumburra Theatre, Bendigo, VIC
• 1 Mar: The Event Centre Kings Theatre, Caloundra, QLD
• 2 Mar: Empire Theatre, Toowoomba, QLD
• 8 Mar: Glasshouse Theatre, Port Macquarie, NSW
• 9 Mar: Whitebrook Theatre, Lismore, NSW
• 22 Mar: Albany Entertainment Centre, WA
• 23 Mar: Bunbury Regional Entertainment Centre, WA
• 13 Apr: Moncreiff Entertainment Centre, Bundaberg, QLD
• 14 Apr: Pilbeam Theatre, Rockhampton, QLD
• 26 Apr: Riverlinks Eastbank, Shepparton, VIC
• 27 Apr: Albury Entertainment Centre, NSW
• 7 Jun: Theatre North at the Princess Theatre, Launceston, TAS
• 21 Jun: West Gippsland Arts Centre, VIC
• 22 Jun: Costa Hall, Geelong, VIC
• 7 Jul: Cairns Performing Arts Centre, QLD
• 26 Jul: Sir Robert Helpmann Theatre, Mt Gambier, SA

“Regional Australia, I’m coming for you! After touring metro cities over the last few years, I couldn’t be more pumped to be bringing a new live show to many local towns around the country where some I’m visiting and performing for the very first time! Let’s Get Regional!…shut up Jason!,” says Jimmy Rees.

Jimmy Rees, renowned for his role as Giggle on ABC’s Giggle & Hoot from 2009 to 2019, transitioned into primetime TV as a contestant on Dancing With The Stars in 2019. However, it was during the pandemic that Jimmy’s comedy truly took off.

Gaining over 200 million viewing minutes on Facebook alone, Jimmy’s social media comedy, including parodies of Dan Andrews’ media conferences and various observational humour videos, resonated across generations. His ‘Meanwhile in Australia’ series, ‘The Guy Who Decides,’ and ‘Jason… shut up Jason!’ became viral hits.

Following the success of his ‘Not That Kinda Viral’ tour, Jimmy Rees is taking his comedy to regional towns all over Australia. The tour includes a special charity fundraising show in Lismore, NSW, to support the town’s recovery from recent floods.

The Telstra Plus presale kicks off on Thursday, November 16, followed by the Frontier Member presale on Monday, November 20. General ticket sales open on Wednesday, November 22. Find out more and get tickets here . 

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Jimmy Rees announces six additional shows ‘Let’s Get Regional’ Tour for February – July 2024

• Australian entertainer Jimmy Rees announces six new shows to national Let’s Get Regional tour for Feb-Jul 2024   
• New shows added in Caloundra, Port Macquarie, Lismore, Albury, Warragul and Mt Gambier 
• Tickets on sale for these new shows on sale now via  frontiertouring.com/jimmyrees  
• 4 million+ social media followers, 43 million  TikTok  likes and over 200 million viewing minutes last year on  Facebook  alone 
• Hilarious social comedy and razor-sharp observational humour videos include  The Guy Who Decides ,  POV: You’re from… , Brighton Ladies,   Meanwhile in Australia  and  Jason …. shut up Jason! 

Frontier Touring  are excited to announce due to high ticket demand,  Jimmy Rees  has added six new shows to his now 23-show  Let’s Get Regional  national tour! 

The six new shows are: 

Friday 1 March   The Event Centre Kings Theatre, Caloundra  (8:45pm show) 

Friday 8 March   Glasshouse Theatre, Port Macquarie  (8:45pm show) 

Saturday 9 March   Whitebrook Theatre, Lismore  (8:45pm show) 

Saturday 27 April   Albury Entertainment Centre, Albury  (8:45pm show) 

Friday 21 June   West Gippsland Arts Centre, Warragul  (8:45pm show) 

Friday 26 July   Sir Robert Helpmann Theatre, Mt Gambier  (8:45pm show) 

Covering all corners of the country, Jimmy will visit  Ballarat ,  Bendigo ,  Caloundra ,  Toowoomba ,  Port Macquarie ,  Lismore ,  Albany ,  Bunbury ,  Bundaberg ,  Rockhampton ,  Shepparton ,  Albury ,  Launceston ,  Warragul ,  Geelong ,  Cairns  &  Mount Gambier  across February to July. 

Tickets for these new shows and all shows are on sale now via  frontiertouring.com/jimmyrees  

This expansive regional tour follows the incredible success of Jimmy’s recently completed  Not That Kinda Viral  tour. What started as a 12-date tour ended with 24-shows across Australia, with fans still wanting more!  Proving Jimmy Rees is as in demand as ever, he’ll take to the stage across regional towns all over the country, including  Lismore  in northern NSW for the very first time, to give back to the flood affected town that is still very much in recovery mode.  These shows will generate revenue for the Lismore recovery fund and remind people that Lismore still needs their help by visiting and supporting the beautiful town and surrounding district. 

2023 has been another big year for Jimmy as his appeal and diversity grows… aside from his  Not That Kinda Viral  tour, Jimmy is nominated in the  TikTok Comedy Creator of the Year  category at the  TikTok Awards  to be held in Sydney Wed 6 Dec and is currently the face of Audible Australia – check out his top 10 picks  here . 

Don’t miss Jimmy Rees as he heads on his expansive regional tour, visiting (and ripping into) a town near you in 2024! 

JIMMY REES ​‘LET’S GET REGIONAL’ ​FEBRUARY – JULY 2024 TOUR ​AUSTRALIA ​Presented by Frontier Touring 

TICKETS FOR ALL SHOWS ON SALE   NOW  

Friday 16 February  ​ Ballarat Civic Hall| Ballarat, VIC ​Lic. All Ages ​ ballarat.vic.gov.au  

Saturday 17 February ​Ulumburra Theatre | Bendigo, VIC ​Lic. All Ages ​ ballarat.vic.gov.au  

Friday 1 March ​ The Event Centre Kings Theatre | Caloundra, QLD ​6pm show ​Lic. All Ages ​ theeventscentre.com.au  

Friday 1 March ​ The Event Centre Kings Theatre | Caloundra, QLD ​ NEW SHOW | 8:45pm show ​Lic. All Ages ​On sale now ​ theeventscentre.com.au  

Saturday 2 March ​ Empire Theatre | Toowoomba, QLD ​Lic. All Ages ​ empiretheatre.com.au  

Friday 8 March ​ Glasshouse Theatre | Port Macquarie, NSW ​6pm show ​Lic. All Ages ​ glasshouse.org.au  

Friday 8 March ​ Glasshouse Theatre | Port Macquarie, NSW ​NEW SHOW | 8:45pm show ​Lic. All Ages ​ glasshouse.org.au  

Saturday 9 March ​ Whitebrook Theatre | Lismore, NSW ​6pm show ​Lic. All Ages ​ axs.com.au  

Saturday 9 March ​ Whitebrook Theatre | Lismore, NSW ​NEW SHOW | 8:45pm show ​Lic. All Ages ​ axs.com.au  

Friday 22 March ​ Albany Entertainment Centre (Princess Royal) | Albany, WA ​Lic. All Ages ​ artsculturetrust.wa.gov.au  

Saturday 23 March ​ Bunbury  Regional Entertainment Centre | Bunbury, WA ​Lic. All Ages ​ bunburyentertainment.com  

Saturday 13 April ​Moncreiff Entertainment Centre | Bundaberg, QLD ​Lic. All Ages ​ ticketsearch.com  

Sunday 14 April ​ Pilbeam Theatre | Rockhampton, QLD ​Lic. All Ages ​ seeitlive.com.au  

Friday 26 April ​ Riverlinks Eastbank | Shepparton, VIC ​Lic. All Ages ​ riverlinksvenues.com.au  

Saturday 27 April ​ Albury Entertainment Centre | Albury, NSW ​6:00pm show ​Lic. All Ages ​ alburyentertainmentcentre.com.au  

Saturday 27 April ​ Albury Entertainment Centre | Albury, NSW ​NEW SHOW | 8:45pm show ​Lic. All Ages ​ alburyentertainmentcentre.com.au  

Friday 7 June ​Theatre North at the Princess Theatre | Launceston, TAS ​Lic. All Ages ​ theatrenorth.com.au  

Friday 21 June ​ West Gippsland Arts Centre | West Gippsland, VIC ​6pm show ​Lic. All Ages ​ wgac.com.au  

Friday 21 June ​West Gippsland Arts Centre | West Gippsland, VIC   ​ NEW SHOW | 8:45pm show ​Lic. All Ages ​ wgac.com.au  

Saturday 22 June ​Costa Hall | Geelong, VIC ​ Lic. All Ages   ​ geelongartscentre.org.au  

Sunday 7 July  ​Cairns Performing Arts Centre | Cairns, QLD ​Lic. All Ages ​ cairns.qld.gov.au  

Friday 26 July   ​ Sir Robert Helpmann Theatre | Mt Gambier, SA   ​6pm show  ​Lic. All Ages ​ countryarts.org.au  

Friday 26 July   ​ Sir Robert Helpmann Theatre | Mt Gambier, SA   ​ NEW SHOW | 8:45pm show   ​Lic. All Ages ​ countryarts.org.au  

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Jimmy Rees Announces 2024 Regional Tour

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Australian children’s entertainer Jimmy Rees has announced the national Let’s Get Regional tour, happening from February to July 2024. The extensive tour will cover 17 regional towns, including Ballarat, Bendigo, Caloundra, Toowoomba, Port Macquarie, Lismore, Albany, Bunbury, Bundaberg, Rockhampton, Shepparton, Albury, Launceston, Warragul, Geelong, Cairns, and Mount Gambier.

Since finishing on ABC Kids’ Giggle and Hoot in 2020, Jimmy Rees has become known his social media presence. He’s amassed over 4 million social media followers, 43 million TikTok likes, and over 200 million viewing minutes on Facebook in the past year.

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Rees’ content features various segments known for their humour, such as The Guy Who Decides, POV: You’re from…, Brighton Ladies, Meanwhile in Australia, and Jason… shut up Jason!

As part of the tour, there will be a special charity fundraising show in Lismore, NSW, where Rees hopes to play a significant role in supporting the flood-affected town’s recovery. This aligns with his ongoing efforts to not just entertain but to engage with audiences across Australia.

The Frontier Member presale for the tour starts on Monday, 20th November, at 12 noon local time, followed by general tickets going on sale on Wednesday, 22nd November, at 12 noon local time.

Jimmy Rees 2024 Let’s Get Regional Tour

Friday, February 16th – Ballarat Civic Hall, Ballarat VIC

Saturday, February 17th – Ulumburra Theatre, Bendigo VIC

Friday, March 1st – The Event Centre Kings Theatre, Caloundra QLD

Saturday, March 2nd – Empire Theatre, Toowoomba QLD

Friday, March 8th – Glasshouse Theatre, Port Macquarie NSW

Saturday, March 9th – Whitebrook Theatre, Lismore NSW

Friday, March 22nd – Albany Entertainment Centre, Albany WA

Saturday, March 23rd – Bunbury Regional Entertainment Centre, Bunbury WA

Saturday, April 13th – Moncreiff Entertainment Centre, Bundaberg QLD

Sunday, April 14th – Pilbeam Theatre, Rockhampton QLD

Friday, April 26th – Riverlinks Eastbank, Shepparton VIC

Saturday, April 27th – Albury Entertainment Centre, Albury NSW

Friday, June 7th – Theatre North at the Princess Theatre, Launceston TAS

Friday, June 21st – West Gippsland Arts Centre, West Gippsland VIC

Saturday, June 22nd – Costa Hall, Geelong VIC

Sunday, July 7th – Cairns Performing Arts Centre, Cairns QLD

Friday, July 26th – Sir Robert Helpmann Theatre, Mt Gambier SA

Tickets via frontiertouring.com/jimmyrees

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Frontier Touring  are excited to bring Australian entertainer,  Jimmy Rees , back to the stage in 2024 on his  Let’s Get Regional  tour! 

Covering all corners of the country, Jimmy will visit  Ballarat ,  Bendigo ,  Caloundra ,  Toowoomba ,  Port Macquarie ,  Lismore ,  Albany ,  Bunbury ,  Bundaberg ,  Rockhampton ,  Shepparton ,  Albury ,  Launceston ,  Warragul ,  Geelong ,  Cairns  &  Mount Gambier  across February to July. 

“Regional Australia, I’m coming for you!   After touring metro cities over the last few years, I couldn’t be more pumped to be bringing a new live show to many local towns around the country where some I’m visiting and performing for the very first time!  Let’s Get Regional!…shut up Jason!” – Jimmy Rees  

The  Telstra Plus  presale begins on  Thursday 16 November  from  12noon local time.   Frontier Member  presale kicks off  12noon local Monday 20 November  before the general on sale  12noon local Wednesday 22 November.   Tickets via  frontiertouring.com/jimmyrees  

This expansive regional tour follows the incredible success of Jimmy’s recently completed  Not That Kinda Viral  tour. What started as a 12-date tour ended with 24-shows across Australia, with fans still wanting more! Proving Jimmy Rees is as in demand as ever, he’ll take to the stage across regional towns all over the country.   

Jimmy will also be playing  Lismore  in northern NSW for the very first time, to give back to the flood affected town that is still very much in recovery mode.  The show will generate revenue for the Lismore recovery fund and remind people that Lismore still needs their help by visiting and supporting the beautiful town and surrounding district

JIMMY REES ​‘LET’S GET REGIONAL’ ​FEBRUARY – JULY 2024 TOUR ​AUSTRALIA ​Presented by Frontier Touring 

TELSTRA PLUS PRESALE (AU) ​via  Telstra.com/music  

Runs 48 hours from:  Thursday 16 November (12noon local) ​ or until pre-sale allocation exhausted  

FRONTIER MEMBER PRESALE    ​via  frontiertouring.com/jimmyrees ​ ​Runs 24 hours from  Monday   20 November   (12noon local) ​or until pre-sale allocation exhausted

TICKETS ON SALE ​Begins:  Wednesday 22 November (12noon local)  

Friday 16 February ​Ballarat Civic Hall| Ballarat, VIC ​Lic. All Ages ​On sale: Wednesday 22 November (12noon local) ​ ballarat.vic.gov.au  

Saturday 17 February ​Ulumburra Theatre | Bendigo, VIC ​ Lic. All Ages ​On sale: Wednesday 22 November (12noon local) ​ ballarat.vic.gov.au  

Friday 1 March ​The Event Centre Kings Theatre | Caloundra, QLD ​Lic. All Ages ​On sale: Wednesday 22 November (12noon local) ​ theeventscentre.com.au  

Saturday 2 March ​Empire Theatre | Toowoomba, QLD ​Lic. All Ages ​On sale: Wednesday 22 November (12noon local) ​ empiretheatre.com.au  

Friday 8 March ​Glasshouse Theatre | Port Macquarie, NSW ​Lic. All Ages ​On sale: Wednesday 22 November (12noon local) ​ glasshouse.org.au  

Saturday 9 March ​Whitebrook Theatre | Lismore, NSW ​Lic. All Ages ​On sale: Wednesday 22 November (12noon local) ​ axs.com.au  

Friday 22 March ​Albany Entertainment Centre (Princess Royal) | Albany, WA ​Lic. All Ages ​On sale: Wednesday 22 November (12noon local) ​ artsculturetrust.wa.gov.au  

Saturday 23 March ​Bunbury  Regional Entertainment Centre | Bunbury, WA ​Lic. All Ages ​On sale: Wednesday 22 November (12noon local) ​ bunburyentertainment.com  

Saturday 13 April ​Moncreiff Entertainment Centre | Bundaberg, QLD ​Lic. All Ages ​On sale: Wednesday 22 November (12noon local) ​ ticketsearch.com  

Sunday 14 April ​Pilbeam Theatre | Rockhampton, QLD ​Lic. All Ages ​On sale: Wednesday 22 November (12noon local) ​ seeitlive.com.au  

Friday 26 April ​Riverlinks Eastbank | Shepparton, VIC ​Lic. All Ages ​On sale: Wednesday 22 November (12noon local) ​ riverlinksvenues.com.au  

Saturday 27 April ​Albury Entertainment Centre | Albury, NSW ​Lic. All Ages ​On sale: Wednesday 22 November (12noon local) ​ alburyentertainmentcentre.com.au  

Friday 7 June ​Theatre North at the Princess Theatre | Launceston, TAS ​ Lic. All Ages ​On sale: Wednesday 22 November (12noon local) ​ theatrenorth.com.au  

Friday 21 June ​West Gippsland Arts Centre | West Gippsland, VIC ​Lic. All Ages ​On sale: Wednesday 22 November (12noon local) ​ wgac.com.au  

Saturday 22 June ​Costa Hall | Geelong, VIC ​Lic. All Ages ​On sale: Wednesday 22 November (12noon local)

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Jimmy Rees Not That Kinda Viral Tour 2023

Frontier Touring and presenting partner AAMI  are thrilled to bring one of Australia’s favourite entertainers, Jimmy Rees , back to the stage in 2023, with his 24-show, Australia-wide Not That Kinda Viral Tour, all kicking off this August!

“I'm really excited to announce the Not That Kinda Viral tour. There was so much love for my first comedy tour, I was inspired to work on a new show and get silly all over again. There's been so much new content since then that I want to get out and have some fun with.” - Jimmy Rees

Covering all corners of Australia, Jimmy will visit Melbourne, Canberra, Wollongong, Sydney, Newcastle, Adelaide, Perth, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Darwin and Hobart throughout August – November!

Due to the proposed redevelopment of the Thebarton Theatre scheduled to commence mid 2023, Jimmy Rees’ 'Not That Kinda Viral Tour' show previously scheduled for Thursday 21st September (at the Thebarton Theatre), has now been moved to the new venue of Her Majesty's Theatre and will take place on the same date.  All existing ticketholders need not take action and will be contacted directly with new venue and ticket information. 

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Jimmy Rees | Let's Get Regional

• 17 Feb 2024 - 17 Feb 2024

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Frontier Touring  are thrilled to bring one of Australia’s favourite entertainers,  Jimmy Rees , back to the stage in 2024, with his expansive regional tour! 

Covering all corners of the country, Jimmy will land at the Ulumbarra Theatre on Saturday 17 February .    

Beginning his career as the legendary Jimmy Giggle on the award-winning ABC Kid’s TV series,  Giggle & Hoot , Jimmy spent a decade as the face of the iconic series, notching up daily airtime on the ABC, sell-out live performances, an iTunes #1 Christmas album and more.  

It wasn’t until the pandemic that Jimmy really solidified his personal reinvention, leaving Jimmy Giggle in the rear-view mirror. ​  

Post Giggle & Hoot, in the COVID years, Jimmy’s content resonated around the world with hundreds of millions of views across his social media channels. He was a viral sensation in the truest sense with his quick-witted comedy sketches ​drawing massive audiences, from adoring kids to like-minded adults. 

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• One pre-show meet and greet with Jimmy Rees
• One photo with Jimmy Rees
• One complimentary drink voucher
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• VIP priority entry
• One $50 Audible gift voucher

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The Venue: Ulumbarra Theatre

Meaning ‘gather together’ or ‘meeting place’ in the language of the local Dja Dja Wurrung people, Bendigo’s Ulumbarra Theatre rises majestically from what was once the Sandhurst Gaol.

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Ulumbarra Theatre is located on Gaol Road, Bendigo, between the Tom Flood Sports Centre and Bendigo Senior Secondary College. Travel to Bendigo by car or train – 90 minutes from Melbourne. Parking is available at the QEO car park or Park Road car park. There is also on-street parking around the theatre. Please note time restrictions and fees may apply. Visit the Getting here page for more information and a map.

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My Travel CV: Jimmy Rees' travel tip - Never take this side of the hotel bed

The Aussie comedian has travelled the world, and has a unique take on an age-old hotel quandary.

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The Aussie comedian and entertainer Jimmy Rees has an eye for a crazy place name and knows how to avoid waking up on the wrong side of the bed. This is his Travel CV: 

My travel tips are…

Whichever side of the bed you’re first inclined to pick, go with the opposite. Trust me, everyone uses that side. Don’t get to the airport too early.

I got my first passport when…

I was 16 and went to Adelaide for the Fringe Festival. I know you don’t need a passport to go to Adelaide, but it felt like I needed one. No, I went overseas that year to visit relatives in the UK with my folks.

My first holiday memory is…

On a farmstead with my family. I vaguely remember sheepdogs herding sheep, riding on tractors and finding skulls and other random things at the farm. Oh, and also playing with my brothers in the mud underneath a windmill. In terms of overseas holidays, a trip to the UK, Switzerland and Spain in my early teens.

I’ve been to...

Eighteen countries (I think), mostly European. Yes, I did a Contiki tour.

My most recent trip was to…

Singapore, which was, surprisingly, my first trip to Asia. Like a lot of Australians, it was always a stop-off point on the way to Europe, but I didn’t ever really leave the airport (and if you’ve been through Changi Airport, you can understand why). But this year, I finally got a chance to go exploring. Singapore is amazing. For a small country in Southeast Asia, I was surprised by how much there is to do there, but at the top of my list of things to try was the food. It is out-of-this-world delicious. I highly recommend visiting the hawker centre, Lau Pa Sat. All in all, the people are friendly, there are plenty of attractions, the whole place is so easy to get around, it’s green, it’s warm, and I love it.

My favourite place in Australia is…

Bright, Victoria. Beautiful country town. Float down the river in summer and go mountain bike riding, and in winter you are close to the Victorian ski fields. I live near the beach, so it’s always great to go inland.

The places I’d love to visit in Australia are…

Useless Loop (WA), Nowhere Else (Tas), Nowhere Else (SA), Eggs and Bacon Bay (Tas) and Gympie (Qld). And yes, all these places actually exist, even Gympie.

The place I’d rather be right now is…

Home. I like my home. It has an open fire going right now, my dog, my family and a bunch of my favourite toys.

The place I’ve visited most often is…

The toilet – even overseas – especially overseas. It’s one of those things that comes with travelling to some of the places I’ve been to over the years. I had no trouble in Singapore, though. I am looking forward to going back, this time with the kids.

The advice I’d give to young travellers is…

Are you saying I’m old? How dare you! Travel now, and do it because one day you will have twin five-year-olds and a nine-year-old and it becomes a logistical nightmare and expensive.

The sickest I’ve been on holiday…

I got the worst eczema one year travelling to Queensland and now I have it forever. (I was also only 13, so maybe a coincidence.)

The souvenir I always buy…

I don’t buy souvenirs. I’d rather just eat the local cuisine and maybe take a picture.

The most interesting person I’ve met on a plane is…

I once met an author who wrote psychological horror books.

My go-to dish for room service is…

Chicken parma with chips, a side of vegies and gravy, and a gin and tonic.

The best hotels I’ve stayed at...

My top three: The Tasman in Hobart (got an upgrade), Hilton Singapore and Jackalope (on the Mornington Peninsula).

Travel has taught me…

Patience and also, Australia is massive – let alone the world. The history, influences, food and culture of different countries is amazing and I wish I had more time to explore. Also, you just have to be patient with the waiting and the flying and the transfers and the living out of the suitcase.

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How many flights have you missed?

Zero (lucky me).

Passports/visas/wallets/luggage lost?

Zero passports / zero visas / zero luggage / 48 wallets … I’m hopeless with the wallet.

Who is your favourite travel  companion?

More coverage.

My noise-cancelling headphones and my wife – in that order. (This is a joke.)

Flight, cruise, car or train?

Flight all the way. Business Class Singapore Airlines (I wasn’t paying). Incredible.

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John Swinney says Rishi Sunak "completely destroyed" his credibility as prime minister by leaving D-Day commemorations early. 

Speaking to journalists on the campaign trail in Livingston, the Scottish First Minister said: "I think Rishi Sunak's credibility is completely destroyed by his departure from D-Day early and the insult he delivered to the veterans who had travelled to Normandy for that solemn occasion.

"It also, frankly, was a desertion of the international responsibilities of the prime minister.

"The prime minister and especially the Conservative election campaign is now utterly in tatters."

Mr Sunak was forced to apologise for leaving France before an international ceremony attended by world leaders, saying it had been a mistake - but he said it was important not to "politicise" the decision. 

The Tory battle bus has rolled into County Durham, with Rishi Sunak heading to two locations in the North East today - but don't expect him to be answering questions. 

The PM is not doing any interviews with national or broadcast media today and a possible huddle - when he takes questions from reporters off-camera - has been cancelled. 

He may, however, do some interviews with regional media. 

While the PM may not be speaking for himself today, much has been said this morning about his decision to bow out of D-Day commemorations early. 

Shadow business secretary Jonathan Reynolds called it "inexplicable" while Sir Ed Davey said it made him "pretty cross" and Transport Secretary Mark Harper labelled it a "mistake" - but said it wouldn't cost the Tories the election. 

The Lib Dem leader says he's "pretty cross" about Rishi Sunak's decision to leave D-Day commemorations early and has called on him to make a donation to a veterans' charity to make amends. 

Sir Ed Davey urged the Conservatives to give some of the cash donated to the party by Frank Hester, a businessman who was embroiled in a racism row, to charity.

"I think the Conservative Party should give £5 million of that donation to a veterans charity. I think if they did that, then people might be able to draw the line.

"But it's such a letdown for our whole country and our history, particularly for our brave veterans."

The Liberal Democrats have pledged to create three new national parks in England.

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Other proposed areas include the Surrey Hills, Northumberland coast and Dorset. 

Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey accused the Tories of having "broken too many promises to protect our countryside".

"It is hard to overstate the difference things like National Parks can make to entire communities," he said.

Reform UK and the Conservatives are neck-and-neck in a new poll of Welsh voters with each party taking 18% of the share. 

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The poll of 960 Welsh voters put Plaid Cymru on 11%, Liberal Democrats on 5% and Greens on 4%. 

Only 39% of those who voted for the Conservatives in Wales in 2019 will vote Conservative again, the poll showed - with 32% of past Conservative voters saying they would defect to Reform UK.

It comes after the latest YouGov poll of UK voters for Sky News showed Reform had pulled to within two points of the Conservatives.

Sky News has been tracking locations visited by party leaders in the first two weeks of the general election campaign to decipher what their choices tell us about the parties' election strategies.

Of the 650 seats,  54 have now been visited during the campaign by Rishi Sunak, Sir Keir Starmer or Ed Davey.

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Politicians "should level with the public" and admit voters face higher taxes whoever wins the election, a thinktank says.

The Resolution Foundation, an independent thinktank focused on improving living standards for people on low to middle incomes, has published a paper looking at planned and proposed tax rises.

Households will see their tax bill rise by around £800, according to its analysis, with already agreed tax rises totalling £23bn a year by 2028/29. That includes a 5p rise in fuel duty due in spring 2025.

Stamp duty currently kicks in on house sales over £250,000 but this threshold will fall to £125,000 from March 2025, so the levy will apply to cheaper - and likely more - purchases. (Although the Tories have said they will axe stamp duty on homes up to £425,000 for first-time buyers - see our 9.22am post for more.)

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The thinktank's economists have described the timing as a "tax sandwich" which will begin to bite after the election. 

"Politicians should level with the public, and admit that taxes are already set to rise whoever wins the election, even if it's less entertaining than the usual election fodder of secret bombshells and debatable dossiers," Adam Corlett, Resolution Foundation principal economist, said. 

First-time buyers will not have to pay stamp duty on homes up to £425,000 under a new commitment from the Tories.

The manifesto pledge builds on a proposal from former prime minister Liz Truss's Growth Commission. 

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There's a 12% tax on anything over £1.5m. 

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She spoke to fans hopeful the election would bring about change - and that Ed Davey would appear on stage to do some gymnastics with Taylor. 

Nigel Farage is the people's pick to take over from Rishi Sunak as leader of the Conservatives if Labour wins the election, according to a new poll. 

The poll of 2,000 people showed 19% think Mr Farage should take over from Mr Sunak.

The poll offered six other names - Penny Mordaunt (15%), James Cleverly (6%), Kemi Badenoch (5%), Suella Braverman (4%), Priti Patel (2%) and Robert Jenrick (1%). 

However, the majority of those surveyed in the poll for The Independent were stumped as to who should take the Tories' top job - 48% said they did not know who should replace Mr Sunak.

While Mr Farage topped the poll, the chances of him taking over Conservative leadership are slim to none. 

He left the party in 1992 and has said the country has been "betrayed" by the Tories.

After confirming he would stand for Reform in the general election earlier this week, he told the BBC there were "no circumstances whatsoever" under which he would rejoin the Conservatives. 

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