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Melbourne's Inner North Is Getting an Outrageous Pop-Up Playground Just for Dogs
With obstacle courses, a dedicated doggy pool and its very own stick library, this dog park is the one your pooch has been dreaming of their whole life.
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Seven Reasons Barrington Tops Is an Underrated Weekend Getaway Spot
Dive into hidden swimming holes, tackle rewarding overnight hikes and sleep in ancient forest in this vast region four hours north of Sydney.
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Six Incredible Ways to Explore Talbingo at the Edge of the Snowy Mountains
Spend the morning exploring dramatic caves and take a dip in a natural thermal pool when you're back above ground.
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Taronga Zoo Has Just Welcomed Two Adorable Red Panda Cubs and You Can Watch Them From Home
Add some cuteness to your day by watching Taronga's two new red panda cubs.
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Six Reasons to Head to Nelson, the End of the Great Ocean Road
Remote beaches, rugged waves and unforgettable camping await in the far southwest corner of Victoria.
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Queensland Is Scrapping Density Caps and Gathering Limits From March 4 — and Easing Indoor Mask Rules
With community transmission and hospital admission numbers decreasing, the Queensland Government is loosening rules around heading out, having people over to your house and masking up.
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Eight Reasons to Put Mount Hotham and Dinner Plain on Your Must-Visit List This Summer
Who needs snow when there's mountains to bike, tree tents to glamp in and Australia's highest altitude pub to drink at?
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Victoria Is About to Score a Huge New Round of Dining, Travel and Entertainment Vouchers
More free money is coming your way, Melburnians — this time for eating out, heading to movies and gigs, and staying both locally and throughout the state.
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NSW Is Ditching Hospitality Density Limits, Reopening Dance Floors and Relaxing Mask Rules
With decreasing community transmission and hospital admission numbers, the NSW Government is loosening rules around heading out in two phases — starting on Friday, February 18.
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Victoria Is Ditching Hospitality and Entertainment Density Limits — and Reopening Dance Floors
With decreasing community transmission and hospital admission numbers, the Victorian Government is loosening rules around heading out — effective 6pm on Friday, February 18.
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Eight Great Reasons to Consider Mount Buller for a Summer Getaway
While it's better known as a winter destination, there's plenty to see and do at Mount Buller in the warmer months, too.
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The Longest Escalator in the Southern Hemisphere Will Be Constructed as Part of Central Station's Huge Transformation
The first section of Central Station's renovations are set to open later this year.
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Six Warm Weather Experiences You Didn't Realise You Could Have in Falls Creek
Shake up your summer plans with a trip to alpine country this season.
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Six Reasons to Head to Kinchin Lane's Summer Eats and Beats Festival for Your Next Date Night
With live music, international eats, a luxe cinema experience and more, switch up your date night routine at this western Sydney spot.
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Six Outdoor Experiences You Can Have at the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney This Summer
Catch a sunset movie, do a spot of stargazing or join a virtual tomato festival (yes, really).
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Queenstown Music Festival and Ski Trip Snow Machine Has Launched Its Full 2022 Lineup
Four snow-filled days of music, skiing and adventure awaits.
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Eight Non-Lame Valentine's Day Date Ideas From Concrete Playground's Writers and Editors
Whether you're taking your boo or your best mate out for a date — get inspiration from our very own writers and editors.
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The Best Things to Do In Thredbo This Winter
Hint: it's not just the incredible ski runs and spectacular scenery.
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You Can Now Book Into a Sexual Wellness Hotel Suite in Brisbane That Comes with a Sex Toy Mini Bar
Until the end of March, you and your partner can get a buzz at W Brisbane, thanks to suites equipped with sex toys, lingerie and access to a 'sexologist concierge'.
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Brisbane City Council Is Turning Off All of the City's Parking Meters for the Rest of February
You can also score half-price parking at King George Square and Wickham Terrace for the whole month.
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Tips For Growing Your Own Veggies at Home With Urban Veggie Patch's Lee Sullivan
Don't fear gardening failure — let beloved IG green thumb Lee Sullivan impart wisdom on how to grow veggies and edible plants at home.
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Seven Fun Activities to Try in Your City If You Promised Yourself You'd Do New Things This Year
Get out of your comfort zone in 2022 by having a crack at one of these top-notch activities.
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Australia Is Reopening Its International Borders to All Double-Vaccinated Visitors on February 21
Almost two years since the border closed back in March 2020, all visa holders will once again be allowed to visit Australia.
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The Best Things to Do On, By or Near the Water in Sydney
From visiting seaside bars to sailing a picnic boat along the river, there are plenty of ways to enjoy Sydney from the water.
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QT Is Sharing the Love This February with a Chance to Win a Hotel Room for the Month
Head in for a romantic one-night hotel staycation, emerge 17 days later.
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Six Ways to Ring in the Year of the Tiger at The Rocks
Celebrate the new year by catching a thought-provoking talk, browsing a night market or soaking up good fortune through auspicious Lunar New year traditions.
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The Funderdome Is Melbourne's New Home of Competitive Thrills, Mini Golf and Karaoke
Highpoint's all-ages fun house features mini golf, two arcades and a slew of other unprofessional sports pursuits, along with a US-style diner and bar.
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NSW's Mask Rules, Density Caps, and Singing and Dancing Bans Will Remain Until the End of February
The state's current COVID-19 settings are sticking around for another month "to protect the community and our health system," Premier Dominic Perrottet advised.
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Seven Aussie Summer Scenarios — and the Drinks You Should Sip on Your Next Adventure
We've found a refreshing cocktail to complement every situation you'll find yourself in this summer.
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Four Ways to Take Advantage of Brisbane's Stellar Outdoor Spaces This Summer
From idyllic picnic spots to summer Sunday sessions, there are plenty of reasons to head outside if you're in the River City this season.
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Five Ways to Take Advantage of Sydney's Stellar Outdoor Spaces This Summer
From idyllic picnic spots to summer Sunday sessions, there are plenty of reasons to head outside if you're in the Harbour City this season.
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Five Ways to Take Advantage of Melbourne's Stellar Outdoor Spaces This Summer
From idyllic picnic spots to summer Sunday sessions, there are plenty of reasons to head outside if you're in Melbourne this season.
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Regional Queensland's Man-Made Surf Lake Is Set to Expand and Open Its Waves to the Public
Whether you're a first-time surfer or a pro, you might be able to hang ten at Surf Lakes Yeppoon within 12–18 months — and eat, drink and glamp as well.
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Queensland Is Scrapping Quarantine for Double-Vaxxed International Travellers From January 22
From this weekend, if you're double-jabbed, you'll be able to head overseas — and return home without a two-week quarantine stint.
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Eight Incredible Ways You Can Experience the Great Barrier Reef in Tropical North Queensland
From luxury multi-day adventures to First Nations-led tours, there are many different ways you can experience the Great Barrier Reef.
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NSW Has Extended the Ban on Dancing and Singing to Outdoor Music Festivals
Building on the indoor ban introduced earlier in January, the expanded rule covers all attendees at both inside and outdoor music fests.
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How to Treat Yourself in Brisbane Without Blowing Your Cash Straight After Payday
Looking for a little luxury? Whatever your budget, the River City has plenty of things to eat, see and do.
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Victoria Is Closing Indoor Dance Floors Again in Response to Rising Cases
The returning 'Footloose'-style rules will apply at all hospitality and entertainment venues from 11.59pm on Wednesday, January 12.
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NSW Is Banning Dancing and Singing in Hospitality Venues Again in Response to Rising Cases
The returning 'Footloose'-style rules will apply at all hospitality venues from Saturday, January 8 until at least Thursday, January 27.
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Victoria Is Bringing Back Density Limits in Indoor Hospitality and Entertainment Venues
The one person per two-square-metres rule will return from 11.59pm on Thursday, January 6.
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Concrete Playground's Most-Read Sydney Stories of 2021
Here are the stories you gravitated to this year.
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Messina for Breakfast and Outdoor Street Parties: Six Ways to Experience The Rocks This Summer
There's plenty to see and do in one of Sydney's most vibrant precincts this summer.