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    You Can Now Swim Around Underwater Sculptures and Coral at the Gold Coast's New Artificial Dive Site

    Wonder Reef lets you dive down to 30 metres and swim around nine giant buoyant reef sculptures — all just a ten-minute boat trip from the Gold Coast Seaway.

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    Five Adelaide Hair Salons to Hit Up When You're Prepping for a Big Event

    Here's where you need to go when you want to look good (as hell).

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    Nine Sydney Hair Salons to Hit Up When You're Prepping for a Big Event

    Here's where you need to go when you want to look good (as hell).

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    The Creative Minds Behind Clay Sydney Are Opening a Third Studio in Wollongong

    The inner-west favourite will launch a new South Coast outpost next month, offering classes for budding ceramicists of all skill levels.

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    Sydney Harbour's Me-Mel (Goat Island) Is Set to Be Returned to Its Indigenous Owners

    NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet announced that the iconic island will be transferred back to the Indigenous community, and receive $43 million in funding for its restoration.

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    Seven Destinations in NSW That Are Perfect for That Long Overdue Group Trip

    Get the gang back together at one of these glorious riverside, beachfront or mountaintop locations.

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    Seven Reasons Why Thredbo's Après Ski Scene Is So Cool

    Thredbo is the ultimate winter destination, and 2022 is the year you experience it for yourself.

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    Ten Breathtaking Light Installations You Need to Catch at Vivid Sydney 2022

    Bright lights, big city canvas — prepare to be dazzled by illuminations and immersive exhibitions at the return of Vivid Sydney.

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    Toombul and Its Neon-Lit Food Precinct Won't Be Reopening as They Stood Before This Year's Floods

    The northside precinct's future is currently being reassessed — but developer Mirvac won't be reinstating the centre to how it was before the flooding damage.

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    Sydney, You're Up: Guide Dogs NSW Wants You to Look After These Adorable New Pups

    The organisation needs responsible dog lovers to look after the pups for a year before they get trained as guide dogs.

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    A New Laser Tag Game and Zero Latency Experience Have Joined the Menu at Archie Brothers in Docklands

    Round up the crew to battle zombies in a high-tech VR world, or play laser tag in a carnival-themed arena.

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    Hustle Boxing Has Opened Its First Nightclub-Style Queensland Workout Studio in Fortitude Valley

    If you like your fitness sessions to feel like a night on the town, this Sydney favourite has just set up shop in Brisbane.

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    Seeing Eye Dogs Australia Wants You to Look After These Fresh New Pups

    Fancy caring for a cute fluffball? The organisation is looking for responsible dog lovers in Victoria and Queensland.

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    Victoria's Cat Protection Society Wants You to Become Its Official 'Cat Cuddler'

    If you'll be in Melbourne for three months and can spare three hours a week to snuggle kittens, this is the dream volunteer gig for you.

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    We're Giving Away a Double Pass to a Sydney Swans Game and a Merivale Voucher

    Head to a Friday night blockbuster — and let us foot the bill.

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    The Mornington Peninsula's New Alba Thermal Springs and Spa Is Now Taking Bookings From Spring

    Opening in September, this new wellness destination will feature 22 different geothermal springs and pools, along with an indulgent spa offering and a restaurant by Karen Martini.

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    The Impressive Eta Aquarids Meteor Shower Is Visible in Australia This Month

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

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    Melbourne Aquarium's New Giant Digital Exhibition Will Take You Deep Below the Ocean's Surface

    Get up close and personal with some of the secrets of the deep, including the colossal squid, the manta ray and the Megalodon — a massive prehistoric shark.

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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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    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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    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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