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NewsThe Five Best Rivers for Swimming In Near Melbourne
Skip the overcrowded sands of Port Phillip Bay in favour of floating upstream at these Victorian rivers.
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NewsThe Five Best Rivers for Swimming In Near Brisbane
Skip the surf and overcrowded sands of Queensland's beaches in favour of floating upstream at these nearby rivers.
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NewsThe Five Best Waterfalls Near Sydney You Can Swim Under
Don't stick to the rivers and the lakes that you're used to — nor the crammed Sydney beaches.
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EventSissy Ball
Saturday, February 24, 2024
Sydney Town Hall, Sydney
The biggest vogue ball in the southern hemisphere is coming to Sydney Town Hall for Mardi Gras with a New Jersey ballroom legend providing the soundtrack.
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NewsThe Five Best Snorkelling Spots Near Brisbane
Swim with dolphins, spot shipwrecks, and peek into the underwater lives of starfish, sea anemones and more at these Queensland snorkelling spots.
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NewsTen Incredibly Epic Australian Beaches You Need to Swim in at Least Once in Your Life
We've got some of the most idyllic white-sanded and blue-hued beaches in the world — and these are the ones you should add to your bucket list.
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NewsSeven Spots Where You Can Get Your Arts and Culture Fix in Parramatta
See large-scale sculptures, enjoy dinner and a show, or upskill your craft.
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NewsEight Places to Visit in Parramatta If You Consider Yourself a Bit of a History Buff
You'll find heritage-listed cottages, archaeological digs and maybe even a few ghosts.
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NewsEight Outdoor Weekend Activities to Do in Parramatta and Its Surrounds
Uncover an abundance of natural beauty in Parramatta, the dynamic river city.
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NewsTen Stellar Drink and Dining Spots to Check Out in Parramatta
Add these flashy cocktail bars, all-day diners and cosy family-run joints to your must-visit list.
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NewsThe Ten Best Free Camping Spots Near Melbourne
Weekend getaways don't have to cost an arm and a leg — at these free campsites near Melbourne, all you need is enough money for snacks, wine and petrol to get you there (and back).
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NewsThe Ten Best Bike Rides In and Around Sydney
From leisurely city bike rides to stunning bush climbs, here are Sydney's best spots to glide around on two wheels.
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NewsFive Epic Multi-Day Hikes to Conquer Near Sydney
Pack a tent, water and lots of snacks and walk your way through the most beautiful parts of NSW during these multi-day hikes.
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NewsFive Epic Multi-Day Hikes to Conquer Near Melbourne
Walk your way through the most beautiful parts of Victoria (while staying at remote campgrounds) during these multi-day hikes near Melbourne.
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NewsThe Five Best Snorkelling Spots In and Around Melbourne
Swim with seals, explore octopus gardens and peek into the underwater lives of starfish, sea anemones and more at these Victorian snorkelling spots.
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NewsThe Best Places to See Sydney's Jacarandas Bloom This Spring
It's that time again — here's where to get a glimpse of Sydney's vibrant jacaranda trees in full bloom.
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NewsTwelve Incredible Australian Islands for When You Want to Get Off the Mainland
You don't need to travel to Bali or Thailand to have an island holiday — these adventurous and relaxing spots are just off the coast of Australia.
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NewsThe Best Free Camping Spots Near Sydney
At these NSW campsites, all you need is enough money for snacks, wine and petrol to get you there (and back). Then you can just sit back and enjoy some of the state's greatest natural landscapes.
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BarIcebergs Dining Room and Bar
1 Notts Avenue, Bondi Beach
Waterside food and views worth a million bucks.
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