In the tiny seaside village of Seal Rocks, three hours north of Sydney, peace and quiet defines daily life. At least it used to, before recent summers delivered a surge in seasonal tourism.

Australia celebrates summer Christmas with beach visits, barbecues, and outdoor activities, creating a unique blend of traditional festivities and summer cheer. Christmas celebrations usually ...

It’s no Bondi Beach, but Pondi, or Penrith Beach, has been a welcome relief to the city’s sweltering western suburbs.