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    This Year's Federal Budget Gives Roads, Rail and Infrastructure Projects a $15.2 Billion Boost

    The funds cover the next ten years, as part of overall $110 billion spend across the same period.

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    Aldi's Big Snow Gear Sale Is Back for 2021 So You Can Rug Up During Your Frosty Winter Getaway

    Snow jackets start at $39.99 — and you can pick up everything from snow pants and boots to face masks and beanies, too.

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    Australian Borders Are Likely to Remain Closed to International Travel Until At Least Mid-2022

    "International borders will only open when it is safe to do so," Prime Minister Scott Morrison said.

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    This Sight-Seeing Plane Tour of Antarctica Will Let You Day Trip Out of the Country Again This Year

    The trips to the icy continent will return for their next flights from November.

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    You Might Soon Be Able to Stay at a New 250-Room Hotel and Resort at Dreamworld

    Part of the land next to the Coomera spot has been earmarked for a new $75 million Dreamworld Resort.

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    Everything You Need to Know About 2021's Eta Aquarids Meteor Shower

    This spectacular starry event only happens once a year — here's how you can get a glimpse.

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    New Zealand Is Opening a Travel Bubble with the Cook Islands But It Doesn't Extend to Australia

    Australians can still leave the country for a NZ holiday, but extending the journey to another country afterwards isn't currently permitted.

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    A 'Pink' Supermoon Will Be Visible in Australia Tonight

    Head out to your backyard or balcony and look up.

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    Travel Requirements and Border Rules Are Changing in Response to Perth's COVID-19 Lockdown

    The city has gone into lockdown, so Australia's states have implemented new requirements regarding entry, testing and quarantine.

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    This New Lodge in New Zealand's Southern Alps Comes with Six Cocoon-Like Sleeping Pods

    Cosy up under the stars at this new glamping hideaway on the shores of Lake Hawea.

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    Jetstar Is Launching a Big Sale on Domestic and Trans-Tasman Flights with Fares From $33

    More than 250,000 cheap fares are available, with flights to NZ starting from $175.

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    The SA Government Is Giving Away Another Round of Vouchers to Put Towards Your Next Getaway

    $50, $100 and $200 vouchers are up for grabs for residents of SA, New South Wales and Victoria.

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    New Zealand's Best Winter Festivals That Will Make You Actually Want to Go Outside

    From slopeside music fests in Queenstown to solstice celebrations in Wellington, these events are made for winter getaways.

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    This Alpine-Inspired Winter Pop-Up Is Touring Its Igloos and Ice Skating Rink Around Australia

    The Winter Village will return to Melbourne — and head to Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide and Parramatta, too.

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    Click Frenzy's Massive 2021 Travel Sale Is Kicking Off Tonight

    Bag bargain deals on airfares, holiday packages, accomodation and more — but only for 53 hours.

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    Australians Can Now Head to New Zealand for a Holiday Without Quarantining On Arrival

    The trans-Tasman bubble is now open — this is what you can expect.

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    Cali Beach Club's Cabana-Filled Oceanside Precinct Will Open on a Gold Coast Rooftop in August

    It was originally due to launch its two restaurants, four bars, multiple pools, sandy volleyball court and outdoor cinema earlier this year.

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    New Zealand Ski Fields Are Preparing to Open for the 2021 Season

    Resorts across the country are starting to roll out plans for the post-coronavirus season. 

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    You Can Now Book a Boozy Beachside Getaway in a Gin-Themed Caravan on the Gold Coast

    Available to book until the end of June, it's the latest collaboration between caravan rental site Camplify and The Botanist Gin.

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    Australians Will Be Able to Travel to New Zealand Without Quarantining From Mid-April

    The trans-Tasman bubble will open at 11.59pm on Sunday, April 18.

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    Domestic Border Restrictions Are Changing Around Australia Due to Brisbane's New COVID-19 Cluster

    With the Greater Brisbane area going into lockdown, authorities across the rest of the country have been changing their border rules.

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    Australian States Have Issued New Travel Advice for Anyone Who Has Been in Brisbane Recently

    If you've been in Brisbane and Moreton Bay and you're now elsewhere in the country — or you're planning a trip — you may be required to get tested and/or self-isolate.

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    Virgin Is No Longer Serving Free Snacks to Economy Passengers

    You'll still get complimentary tea, coffee and water — and there's a new menu of food to purchase.

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    You Can Now Add Japan's Super Nintendo Theme Park to Your Post-Pandemic Travel List

    The multi-level site is now open at Universal Studios in Osaka — and so is its 'Mario Kart' ride.

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    This Year's Tokyo Olympics Will Be Closed to Overseas Spectators

    If you want to watch the postponed event, you'll need to keep your eyes glued to your television.

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    A Quarantine-Free Travel Bubble Between Australia and NZ Looks Closer to Becoming a Reality

    Both NZ Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and Deputy Prime Minister Grant Robertson have said that it could happen soon.

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    Qantas Is Launching New Flights to Norfolk Island If You're Looking to Escape the Mainland

    They'll be running for at least the next three months, flying out of Sydney and Brisbane.

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    You Can Take Part in a Worldwide Easter Egg Hunt on Google Maps Right Now

    Hide virtual eggs, then provide clues to help your friends and family find them.

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    You Might Soon Be Able to Splash Around in a Big Man-Made Wave Pool on the Gold Coast

    The Club at Parkwood Village has announced plans to build an Endless Surf pool by 2023.

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    Next Melbourne Is the Soon-to-Open Inner City Hotel That'll Barrel Age Its Spirits Onsite

    It's set to open in the 80 Collins Street precinct this month.

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    Qantas Is Trialling a Digital Health Passport to Make International Travel Safer and Easier

    The airline has just tested one app on an international repatriation flight from Frankfurt to Darwin, and plans to assess a second app before hopefully restarting its overseas routes in October.

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    Virgin Is Dropping a Heap of Half-Price Flight Specials Starting at $55 One-Way

    They'll only be on sale for two hours — and you'll need to take your getaway this month.

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    The Federal Government Is Releasing 800,000 Half-Price Flights to Aussie Holiday Destinations

    On offer between April and July, they'll be available to 13 regions that usually rely upon international tourism.

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    Overseas Spectators Might Not Be Permitted to Attend This Year's Tokyo Olympics

    When the postponed 2020 games go ahead, international fans might be restricted to watching them on television.

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    Peloton Is Rolling Out Its High-End Fitness Equipment and Streamed Classes to Australia

    You'll be able to pick up one of its pricey bikes and participate in its instructor-led at-home classes sometime in the second half of 2021.

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    Denmark's Soon-to-Open Hans Christian Andersen Museum Will Let You Step Inside a Fairytale World

    It's the next place to add to your must-visit list once international travel returns to normal.

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    Jetstar Is Hosting Another Big Domestic Sale with Return Flights As Low As $65

    Book a flight one way and you'll get the return trip for free — across a heap routes.

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    Australian Borders Will Remain Closed to International Travel Until At Least Mid-June

    The country's human biosecurity emergency period, which first came into effect in March 2020, has just been extended for another three months.

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    Qantas and Jetstar Plan to Resume International Flights from This October

    Come spring, you could be jetting off to London, Singapore or Los Angeles.

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    Brisbane Has Been Named the Preferred Host of the 2032 Olympic Games

    The International Olympic Committee will now enter into "targeted dialogue" with Australian authorities to discuss staging the games in more detail.

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