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Neighbourhood Guide: Parramatta
Located along the Parramatta River, this diverse sister city to Sydney is fast becoming a go-to CBD in its own right.
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Neighbourhood Guide: Thornbury
Sandwiched between Northcote and Preston, Thornbury has gone more or less unnoticed by the rest of Melbourne for years. These days, though, it seems like everyone is paying attention.
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Neighbourhood Guide: Fortitude Valley
From laneways to luxury brands and cultural hubs to cool pubs, Fortitude Valley is one of the liveliest suburbs in Brisbane.
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Neighbourhood Guide: Wollongong
Flanked by some of the most gorgeous beaches on the south coast, including Bulli and Austinmer, Wollongong lives up to its Dharawal name, which translates to ‘sound of the sea’.
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Neighbourhood Guide: Crows Nest
For homebuyers, a property in the illustrious north shore is a dream investment. And the underappreciated suburb of Crows Nest may just be the perfect spot for your new home.
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Neighbourhood Guide: Coorparoo
Coorparoo has recently seen a surge in popularity thanks to its proximity to the city and affordable housing options.
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Neighbourhood Guide: Footscray
Melbourne has plenty of rags-to-riches tales when it comes to its neighbourhoods. Perhaps the most surprising turnaround has been at the foot of the West Gate Bridge.
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Neighbourhood Guide: Geelong
Having made the transition from industrial powerhouse to thriving metropolis, Geelong is a city with one eye on the future.
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Neighbourhood Guide: Sydney
Here at Concrete Playground, we love celebrating the local businesses and hidden gems that make Sydney a great city to live in.
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Neighbourhood Guide: Marrickville
Not only is Marrickville one of Sydney's most multicultural inner city suburbs, but it has also become one of the trendiest neighbourhoods in the inner west.
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Neighbourhood Guide: Cronulla
Cronulla has long been considered a desirable part of Sydney to call home.
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Neighbourhood Guide: Narrabeen, Collaroy and Mona Vale
Often overlooked for flashier areas of the northern beaches — we’re looking at you, Manly and Palm Beach — Narrabeen feels like it’s just waiting to be discovered.
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Neighbourhood Guide: Brisbane
Here at Concrete Playground, we love celebrating the local businesses and hidden gems that make Brisbane a great city to live in.
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Seven of the Most Unique Places to Stay on Your Canberra Getaway
Spend your trip to the nation's capital glamping in a vineyard, slumbering near lions and sinking into luxe surrounds in the CBD.
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Neighbourhood Guide: Paddington and Milton
It’s little wonder that Paddington and Milton remain highly sought-after suburbs.
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Neighbourhood Guide: Newstead and Bowen Hills
Brisbane’s inner north has long been a covetable area for locals young and old to explore, live in and visit. And none so much as Newstead and Bowen Hills.
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Neighbourhood Guide: Melbourne
Here at Concrete Playground, we love celebrating the local businesses and hidden gems that make Melbourne a great city to live in.
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Neighbourhood Guide: St Kilda
St Kilda’s diverse and colourful history can be felt as you walk down its tree-lined, beachside streets, making this one of Melbourne’s most eclectic suburbs.
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Eight Great Adelaide Neighbourhoods to Consider for Your Next Move
Your new playground could be a creative hub in the inner city — or an adorable seaside village.
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Neighbourhood Guide: Brunswick and Coburg
Sydney Road, that great gateway to the north, could have been just another thoroughfare. But thanks to a strong sense of community, the start of the Hume Highway has become one of Melbourne’s most diverse and fascinating areas.
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Western Sydney's $300-Million Indoor Snow Resort Is One Step Closer to Becoming a Reality
The proposed skiing centre is set to include a 300-metre indoor ski slope, an ice skating rink, and a revolving restaurant with snow views.
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This Is What Australia's Weather Has in Store Once Winter Hits
Like most seasons lately, it's set to be wetter and warmer than usual in many parts of the country.
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Nine Must-Visit Spots in Bondi for Every Occasion
From a local bottle–o stocking all-Aussie drops to where to celebrate another trip around the sun.
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Six Must-Visit Spots in Avalon for Every Occasion
Venture beyond the beach for a quick feed in a millennial pink paradise or date night in a cosy wine bar.
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Aldi Is Trialling Making Its Sales Available Online So You Don't Have to Line Up
In the future, you might be able to hit up its big snow gear sales and other specials without rushing into a store.
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Sydney's First Urbnsurf Park Is Finally Scheduled to Open in Sydney Olympic Park Next Year
Construction on the $50 million surf park is set to begin later this year, with waves pumped out day and night from summer 2022/23.
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Greater Sydney's Current Gathering Restrictions and Dancing Ban Will Lift Tomorrow
No further community-acquired COVID-19 cases have been identified.
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A 'Blood' Supermoon and Total Lunar Eclipse Will Be Visible in Australia This Month
It isn't just the last supermoon of 2021 — it's a total lunar eclipse, too.
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Six Epic Outdoor Adventures You Should Add to Your Greater Western Sydney Hit List
Forget the beach — head west to walk through wetlands and zipline through the trees.
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The Localist Shopfront
The past year has really highlighted the importance of supporting our local shops and hospo joints. There's power at your fingertips — and in your shopping baskets.
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Nine Must-Visit Spots in Glebe for Every Occasion
Escape into inky worlds in quiet bookshops, lay claim to cosy cafe corners and end the day jumping between local watering holes.
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Six Must-Visit Spots in Alexandria for Every Occasion
Organise next-level group feasts, pick up beautiful blooms and prep for your next at-home bash at a vegan brewery.
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Assistance Dogs Australia Wants You To Name One of Its Super Cute Puppies
It needs to start with the letter B, and have two syllables — so Boaty McBoatface is out.
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Six Must-Visit Spots in Neutral Bay for Every Occasion
From Cali-inspired bars in courtyards and go-to lunch spots to unique gift shops and organic butchers.
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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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Volleyball Courts at Bondi and Tamarama Beach Are Currently Under Review By the Waverley Council
The community feedback survey is open until Monday, May 17.
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Greater Sydney's Dancing Ban and Gathering Restrictions Have Been Extended Until May 17
The link between the recent community-acquired cases and hotel quarantine hasn't yet been identified, so the New South Wales Government is keeping its current rules in place for another week.
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Seven Must-Visit Spots in Parramatta for Every Occasion
Have date night at a 26th-floor bar, organise a group feast at a famous south Indian restaurant chain or pick up a new hobby at a guitar factory.
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Here Are All of Sydney's COVID-19 Exposure Sites Going Into the Mother's Day Weekend
Twenty-three locations have been identified so far — here's the list.
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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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Dancing Bans and At-Home Gathering Restrictions Have Been Announced for Greater Sydney
The rules come into effect at 5pm tonight — but if you're able to adopt them earlier, you're asked to.
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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.