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Australia Will Soon Be Home to a Challenge Room Hotel That You Can Play (and Drink) Your Way Through

Taking design cues from 'The Grand Budapest Hotel' and Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory, this 15-room site in Sydney will get you playing 'Twister' and hanging out in the 'Titanic' room.

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Do Look Up: The Impressive Lyrids Meteor Shower Is Soaring Through the Skies This Month

Head away from the city lights — or even out to your backyard or balcony — and peer at the sky.

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Brisbane's Pet-Friendly BYO Picnic Boats Are Available to Book for River Cruises Once Again

After Brisbane's wild weather postponed its operations, your mates and your dog can now hop on the easy-to-operate boats at Breakfast Creek — just in time for all the public holidays.

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Regional Victoria Is Officially Hosting the 2026 Commonwealth Games

The MCG will host the opening ceremony — then four regional hubs will be set up in Geelong, Bendigo, Ballarat and Gippsland, each with their own athletes’ village and sport program.

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Taronga Zoo Is Now Home to the World's Largest Bronze Gorilla Statue

Created by public artists Gillie and Marc Schattner, 'King Nyani' measures 30-foot-long — and Sydney is one of just three cities in the world to boast the giant gorilla statue.

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Take Out the Title of Most Popular Babysitter with These Kid-Pleasing School Holiday Capers

Finding first-rate activities to keep kids busy and full of beans is child's play.

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Ten Extraordinary Gifts for Parents in Need of a Getaway That Caters for Kids

Give your mates with children an adventure they can really enjoy while the little’uns run off holiday steam.
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A Weekender's Guide to Bright and Surrounds

You'll want to make it a three-day weekend to explore the breweries, orchards and stunning bike trails of this High Country region.

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New Zealand Ski Fields Are Preparing to Open for the 2022 Season

Resorts across Aotearoa are starting to roll out plans for this year's ski season, which is set to be one of the biggest yet as the country finally welcomes back Australian tourists.

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Seven Weekend Activities to Try If You Want to Shake Up Your Usual Routine

Stuck doing the same old? Add some flavour to your schedule with these fun activity swaps.

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Bridge Jumps, Dive Sites and Brilliant Food: Seven Reasons to Take Your Crew To Brunswick Heads

Just 15 minutes' drive north of Byron Bay, this idyllic town might be the Northern Rivers' best kept secret.

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Nine Essential Melbourne Experiences One CP Writer Can't Wait to Have Now That the City Has Reopened

From a spirited footy match alongside thousands of fellow roaring fans at the 'G to a packed live gig, these are the things we've missed the most about Melbourne.

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Feature
Into the Wild: Go off the Beaten Path at These Fascinating Regional Destinations

Get out of town — literally — and do your weekend differently.

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Victoria's New Dining and Entertainment Rebate Will Give You $125 Off Going Out Across the State

Spend $40 or more at cinemas, galleries and museums — and on dining outside of the City of Melbourne — and you can claim 25 percent back.

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Pre-Departure Tests Will No Longer Be Required to Enter Australia From Overseas From April 17

International holidays are about to get easier — anyone heading to Australia won't need to get tested for COVID-19 before hopping on a plane.

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Six Reasons to Escape to Montville, Queensland, for Your Next Outdoor Adventure

Spend a weekend leaping into waterfalls and sleeping under a blanket of stars in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland.

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You Can Pay Your Respects to Retiring Tennis Champ Ash Barty at These Two Brisbane Murals

The Wimbledon and Australian Open-winning Queenslander has hung up her racquet — but you can pay tribute by having a hit or taking a snap at these two Brissie spots.

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The Guest Edit: Brisbane Lions Stars Cathy Svarc and Sophie Conway Pick the Best Spots to Get Active

From gorgeous parks to blissful surfing spots, the premiership-winning AFLW duo share their top places to get sweaty when they’re not on the field — and a favourite coffee shop, too.

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Five Stellar Overnight Hikes to Trek Near Melbourne

Soak up some incredible Victorian views on these overnight treks.

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Hey Caddy Is Brisbane's New 18-Hole Mini Golf Spot with Coachella and Oktoberfest-Themed Greens

Putt past colourful cacti and giant steins of beer, then hit the bar for cheeseburger spring rolls and cocktails.

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Win a Five-Night Stay in a Luxury Brisbane Penthouse and $5000 Spending Money

Spend five nights in the penthouse suite of Kokoda's new Brisbane property with your own private chef, plus $5000 for a shopping spree.

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Brisbane Is Now Home to a 140-Metre-Long Flying Fox Inspired by the Myer Centre's Old Dragon Coaster

Strap in eight metres above the ground — and zoom around both indoors and outdoors — on this new electric flying fox in Tingalpa.

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A Virtual Worldwide Easter Egg Hunt Is Taking Place on Google Maps Right Now

Back for a second year, this online hunt lets you hide virtual eggs, then provide clues to help your friends and family find them.

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A Weekend Road Trip Guide to Bendigo and the Goldfields

With plenty to see and do, Central Victoria's historic Goldfields region might just be your new favourite road trip destination.

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Eight Incredible Ways to Experience Victoria's Surf Coast on Your Next Coastal Road Trip

Don't let the name fool you — there are plenty of ways to experience the Surf Coast that go beyond the world-class beaches.

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Maniax Is Opening Its Biggest Viking-Themed Axe-Throwing Joint Yet in Marrickville Next Month

The group's second Sydney outpost will cater to 350 axe-throwing punters, and also feature a bar with a chalet-style fireplace.

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Welcome to Lexton, Victoria, Where You'll Find Wine Country and Australia's Biggest Bush Doof

This tiny town in Victoria's Pyrenees region punches well above its weight when it comes to outdoor experiences.

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Inner South Day and Night Guide

Canberra's inner south is known for its prestige, and is teeming with young professionals and families. It's a hub of trendy restaurants and bars, lively cafes, lush gardens and prominent tourist sites.

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Inner North Day and Night Guide

It's no surprise Canberra's inner north has become a popular area for both locals and visitors to spend time. Not only does it boast a thriving arts and culture scene but it also has top-notch food and drink options at every turn.

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A Retro Rollerskating Festival with DJs, Derbies and Rollerfit Classes Is Coming to Darling Harbour

For a month from late-March, Darling Harbour will be home to a pop-up roller rink — and a heap of skating sessions.

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Five Things to See and Do in the Murray Border Town of Tocumwal

Stroll through an ancient forest or while away an afternoon on an inland beach in this fascinating Murray border town.

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Seven Reasons Cunnamulla Is the Ideal Spot for a Quintessential Outback Adventure

In this pocket of southwest Queensland, you can work at an outback station and go for river swims.

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The Town with No Street Names: Why You Should Take a Trip to Lightning Ridge, NSW

Join a dinosaur dig, fossick for opals or take a selfie with an 18-metre-tall emu made from car bonnets in this fascinating outback town.

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Eight Ways to Experience the Great Barrier Reef That Help Protect its Natural Beauty

Planning a trip to the Reef? Here's how you can do it responsibly.

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Nine Ways to Explore the Rainforest Responsibly in Tropical North Queensland

The world's oldest rainforest is brimming with eco-friendly ways to experience it.

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Brisbane City Council Is Keeping the City's Parking Meters Switched Off Until the End of March

To help Brisbane get back on its feet after the floods, metered street parking will remain free for another month.

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Five National Park Natural Wonders to Discover Near Sydney

Next time you're looking for an excuse to get out and take in some nature, make a day trip to one of these natural wonders.

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Brisbanites Can Win Staycations, Beer and Dining Vouchers for Going to the CBD Over the Next Month

More than $40,000 worth of prizes are on offer for visiting specific parts of the inner city on ten different days by April 8, all to encourage folks to get back into the CBD.

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Eight Ways to Explore the Spectacular Green Outback in Tropical North Queensland

Prepare for that dusty, red image of the outback to be painted green in Tropical North Queensland.

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Here's How You Can Help: Brisbane Events Raising Money for Flood-Affected Communities and Businesses

Wondering how you can help? This is a good place to start.

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Clae Space Is the New Light-Filled Ceramics Studio Nestled in Melbourne's Leafy Northeast

Ceramicist Daisy Cooper has transformed part of her warehouse ceramics studio into a teaching space, running workshops in clay and kintsugi.

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A Guide to Manly Beach to Take You From Sunrise To Sunset

Keep those summer vibes going by spending a full day at one of Sydney's most iconic beaches.

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Brisbane's Mud Army Is Calling for Help Cleaning Up Homes and Businesses Affected by the Flood

After the weekend's devastating wet weather, it's time for the Mud Army 2.0 — and you can help out.

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A Heap of Aussie Surf Clubs Are Getting Kitted Out with Rainbow Hues to Celebrate Pride and Diversity

On Sunday, February 27, you can enjoy a stint of sun, surf and sand between rainbow flags across the New South Wales coastline — including at Bondi and in Byron Bay.

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