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The Most Beautiful Coastal Stays You Can Book in Noosa
Beach sessions, rainforest treks and breezy holiday vibes await.
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We're Giving Away an Overnight Stay for You and a Mate (or Date) in South Melbourne
Want to win a staycation complete with dinner, drinks and a cocktail masterclass?
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Chermside Shopping Centre Has Been Named on Brisbane's Exposure Sites List Again
A positive COVID-19 case visited several shops within the northside spot.
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NSW Is Set to Release a Roadmap Detailing Greater Sydney's Restrictions for the Coming Months
Premier Gladys Berejiklian said that the roadmap will outline how the area can "live as freely and as safely as possible until we get enough vaccines in arms."
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News
Australia and New Zealand's Trans-Tasman Bubble Has Been Suspended for At Least Eight Weeks
With three Australian states currently in lockdown, New Zealand has once again paused quarantine-free travel.
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Residents of Two More Sydney LGAs Are Now Only Allowed to Leave Their Areas for Essential Work
Stricter conditions are coming into effect for residents of the Cumberland and Blacktown Local Government Areas.
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News
The Ten Best Spots for Whale Watching on the NSW Coast
Grab your binoculars, some snacks and a little bit of patience and head to these prime whale spotting locations.
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News
The Ten Best Summery Day Trips Out of Brisbane
Beaches, waterfalls, rainforests and baby turtles are just a stone's throw away.
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Guide
Ten Stunning Experiences to Gift Your Mate Who Needs a Break From the City
From soaring above bright pink lakes and steaming outdoor baths to swimming with dolphins and sky-high picnics, these Aussie adventures are the perfect antidote.
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Guide
Ten Cultural Experiences to Get for the Person in Your Life Who Already Has Everything
Because people who say they don't want any gifts, actually do.
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Guide
Ten Great Gifts for Your Friend Who Appreciates the Finer Things in Life
Level up your gift giving with these extravagant experiences.
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Guide
Ten Thrilling Travel Experiences to Gift That Person Who Loves Big Adventures
Multi-day treks, sand dune surf sessions and jumping croc cruises — get your adrenaline-loving mate a present they won't forget.
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News
A Road Tripper's Guide to the Far South Coast
Go snorkelling with fur seals, eat the world's best oysters and sleep under canvas.
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Guide
Seven Things You Didn't Realise You Could Do on the Central Coast
Race quad bikes, cruise around a pearl farm and sleep over at a lighthouse.
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Guide
A Foodie's Guide to Eating and Drinking Your Way Around the Central Coast
Beachside cafes, casual fine diners and lively cocktail bars are only a road trip away.
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News
Ten Hot Spots in Far North Queensland for Visitors Who Want to Explore More
Look beyond the reef and the rainforest to get the bigger picture of our tropical north.
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News
All the Ways to Apply for Financial Support If You're Struggling During Lockdown
The government has announced a bunch of new support programs — here's what you need to know.
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Anyone Who Visited Prahran Market During an Almost Two-Hour Period Must Now Self-Isolate
The inner south spot has just been added to Victoria's now 385-venue list of exposure sites.
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News
Queensland Is Shutting Its Borders to All of New South Wales From Tomorrow
Almost a month after it closed to Greater Sydney, Queensland will shut its borders to all of New South Wales from 1am on Friday, July 23.
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Masks Will Remain Mandatory in Greater Brisbane for a Further Week
They'll also be compulsory in all indoor ticketed venues, including stadiums, theatres and cinemas, statewide.
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Greater Brisbane's Gathering and Venue Restrictions Will Ease Again From 6am Tomorrow
You'll be able to have up to 100 people over to your house, and hospitality density quotas are easing; however, outdoor stadiums will bring in new capacity caps.
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A Letter From Concrete Playground's Editors
This is your spot for feel-good stories, COVID-safe recommendations and informative news — without the doomsday spin.
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Restaurant
Safran
81/189 Ocean View Road, Ettalong Beach
An award-winning Turkish restaurant in Ettalong.
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Restaurant
South End Social
32 Mann Street, Gosford
Gosford’s go-to brunch spot has yuzu spritzes and souvlaki pitas.
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Restaurant
Little Creek Cheese
141-155 Alison Road, Wyong
Sample award-winning cheeses at this boutique cheese factory — then learn to make your own.
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Brisbane Will Host the 2032 Olympic Games
After endorsing the Queensland capital back in June, the International Olympic Committee has officially named it the host of the 2032 games.
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Feature
Get Moving
No matter the time of year, there's plenty to explore in this great country of ours.
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Beam Is Brisbane's New Purple-Hued E-Bike and E-Scooter Service with Designated Parking Spots
A fleet of 400 e-bikes and 1000 e-scooters are hitting Brisbane's streets from this week.
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News
Olympics Viewing Sites Are Popping Up Around Queensland So You Can Watch the Games When You're Out
You can also head along to watch the big announcement about the 2032 games, which Brisbane is in the running to host.
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Seeing Eye Dogs' Puppy Games Is the Adorable Contest That Swaps Athletes for Guide Dog Trainees
Watch four adorable canines go head to head in the cutest sporting contest ever.
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Victoria Will Remain in Lockdown for Another Week
The entire state will remain under its current stay-at-home conditions until midnight on Tuesday, July 27.
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Sydney's Public Transport Services Have Been Cut by Up to 50 Percent for the Next Fortnight
For the rest of lockdown, trains and buses are running on Sunday timetables, and Sydney Metro and light rail are doing reduced services.
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South Melbourne Market Is Back on Victoria's Now 320-Venue List of Exposure Sites
The list has expanded rapidly over the past few days as case numbers grow during the state's latest outbreak.
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Victoria's Current COVID-19 Lockdown Will Be Extended Beyond Its Initial Five-Day Period
Premier Daniel Andrews has announced that the current lockdown won't be able to end on Tuesday, July 20 as originally planned.
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We're Giving Away A Luxe Weekend Away For You and a Mate (or Date)
The prize includes flights from any Australian capital city to experience this gin-fuelled weekend in Melbourne.
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Greater Sydney Is Being Placed Under Stricter New Lockdown Measures Until July 30
Only critical retail stores will be able to remain open, you'll always need to carry a mask with you, and residents of three Local Government Areas will not longer be able to leave their areas for work.
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Sydneysiders Must Now Wear Masks in More Outdoor Situations — and Always Carry One With Them
You'll now need to mask up at outdoor markets and shopping strips, and while standing in outdoor queue waiting for coffees and food.
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All the Ways to Apply for Financial Support If You're Struggling During Lockdown
The government has announced a bunch of new support programs — here's what you need to know.
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Seventeen Unique At-Home Activities to Keep You Amused Throughout Lockdown
DIY Kintsugi, make your own ceramics or join a Josh Niland online masterclass.
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Queensland Has Declared Victoria a COVID-19 Hotspot and Will Close Its Borders Again
Victoria currently has 34 active COVID-19 cases, and will go into lockdown from 11.59pm tonight.
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Stuff Is the Melbourne-Based Personal Care Brand Promoting Healthy Masculinity
Treat yourself to some feel-good skincare items with free shipping.
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Face Masks Have Become Mandatory Again Indoors and Outside Throughout Victoria
You'll need to wear one whenever you leave the house during the state's five-day circuit-breaker lockdown.
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Chadstone and the Wallabies Game at AAMI Park Have Joined Victoria's Now 125-Venue Exposure Site List
Positive cases visited both venues, as Victoria's list of places attended by folks with COVID-19 continues to grow.
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Victoria Is Going Into Another Five-Day Snap Lockdown From Midnight Tonight
With new COVID-19 cases identified in Melbourne, the entire state will go into its fifth lockdown until 11.59pm on Tuesday, July 20.
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Greater Brisbane's Current COVID-19 Restrictions Will Remain in Place Until July 23
Current limits on gatherings at home and the number of patrons allowed in hospitality venues will remain in place after new locally acquired COVID-19 cases were identified.
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Masks Will Be Mandatory in 11 Local Government Areas Around Brisbane for Another Week
Three new locally acquired cases have been identified in the Brisbane region over the last 24 hours.
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This Interactive Map Shows COVID-19 Case Alerts for NSW Venues
The map lets Sydneysiders see which venues are linked to positive COVID-19 cases — and the action required if you visited them.
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RSPCA NSW Has Brought Back Its Entirely Online Adoption Process to Help Find Animals Forever Homes
Instead of visiting a shelter, you'll have to phone or video call and then meet with your new potential furry friend at your house.
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Victorians Are Once Again Required to Wear Face Masks in Indoor Settings
You also need to wear them outside if you can't social distance.
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Taronga Zoo Has Just Added a New 24/7 Penguin Live-Stream to Its Online TV Channel
Sometimes, you just need to watch penguins play to get through the day.
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Melburnians Who Visited the MCG and Highpoint Shopping Centre May Need to Get Tested
More than a month after its last lockdown, the city's list of exposure sites is growing again.
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Greater Sydney's Current COVID-19 Lockdown Will Continue Until At Least July 30
Almost three weeks in, Sydney's stay-at-home conditions have been extended for at least another two weeks.
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Some Workers in Greater Sydney Are Now Required to Get Regular COVID-19 Tests
Anyone leaving Greater Sydney for essential work must get tested weekly — and everyone who lives in the Fairfield Local Government Area but works elsewhere must get tested every 72 hours.
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Face Masks Are Now Compulsory in All Residential Complex Common Areas in Greater Sydney
Masks are now required in apartment building lobbies, foyers, lifts, stairwells, corridors and shared laundries.
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Twenty Secluded Stays You Can Escape to in Regional Victoria
Escape the city and head to the wilderness for a holiday in these private getaways.
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