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    The Winter Village is heading to NSW, complete with daily snow showers and boozy brunches.

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    Australia Is Still Aiming to Implement a Travel Bubble with Singapore "Sooner Rather Than Later"

    It doesn't look likely to happen by July, as first suggested, but the two countries are still working towards the travel bubble.

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    Brisbane Just Moved One Step Closer to Hosting the 2032 Olympic Games

    All that's left is for the International Olympic Committee to take a vote, which'll happen in mid-July.

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    Four Natural Hot Springs in Victoria to Visit This Winter

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    Melburnians Will Actually Still Need to Wear Masks Outside When Lockdown Ends

    Yesterday, the Victorian Government said they wouldn't be needed outside if you can social distance — but that's been changed based on public health advice.

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    Six Places Down Under Have Been Named in the World's Top Ten Most Liveable Cities for 2021

    Auckland topped the list, with Adelaide coming in third, Wellington equal fourth, Perth sixth, Melbourne tied for eighth and Brisbane ranking tenth.

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    Here's How You Can Measure What Is 25 Kilometres From Your Home

    Under eased restrictions, you'll be able to leave the house for whatever reason you like — but you'll have to stick within 25 kilometres of home.

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    Melburnians Will No Longer Need to Wear Face Masks Outside If They Can Social Distance

    The new rule comes into effect at 11.59pm on Thursday, June 10.

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    Melbourne's Lockdown Is Ending But New Restrictions and the 25-Kilometre Bubble Will Be in Place

    The city's statewide stay-at-home period is coming to an end — but you still won't be able to have people over to your home just yet.

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    This 30-Metre-Long Dinosaur Found in Outback Queensland Is Officially Australia's Largest Ever

    As long as a basketball court and as tall as a two-storey building, Australotitan cooperensis was first unearthed in 2007 in Cooper Creek.

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    If you're feeling a little colder than usual, there's a reason for that.

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    The Victorian Government Is Set to Release Another 80,000 Regional Travel Vouchers

    Designed to boost tourism across the state, the latest batch of $200 vouchers will be released "once it is safe to do so".

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    Beam and Neuron Will Start Rolling Out Purple and Orange-Hued E-Bikes Across Brisbane Next Month

    The two e-mobility operators have received new tenders, replacing Brisbane's long-running CityCycle scheme — and replacing Lime's e-scooters as well.

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    Smash Splash Is Sydney's New Warehouse Where You Can Hurl Paint at Walls

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    The Queensland Government Is Giving Out 30,000 Vouchers to Use on Gold Coast Holidays

    It's the fourth batch of vouchers this year, following previous incentives to travel in the state's north, the Greater Brisbane region and The Whitsundays.

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    Melbourne Is Remaining in Lockdown for Another Week, But Restrictions Will Ease in Regional Victoria

    Victoria's statewide stay-at-home period was initially slated to end at 11.59pm on Thursday, June 3, but will now remain in place in Melbourne until the same time on Thursday, June 10.

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    NSW Residents Who Visited These Venues In and Around Jervis Bay Must Get Tested and Self-Isolate

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    Sydney Winter Guide 2021

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    Brisbanites Could Win Free Public Transport for Year by Hopping on a Bus, Train or Ferry on a Friday

    The Queensland Government is trying to encourage folks to get out and about — and into the CBD — to end the working week.

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    The Victorian Government Is Offering Financial Support to 90,000 Businesses Affected by the Lockdown

    It includes $190.01 million in grants for businesses directly impacted by the seven-day shutdown, such as restaurants, cafes, event suppliers, accommodation providers and non-essential retailers.

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    Virtual Friend Date Ideas to See You and Your Mates Through Lockdown

    You might be apart physically — but you can still have plenty of fun together in spirit.

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    The Most Luxurious Boutique Hotels In and Around Sydney

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    An Eco-Friendly Traveller's Guide to a Weekend in Canberra

    Hike to a heritage cottage and bliss out at a garden spa.

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    Here's What You Can and Can't Do in Victoria During the Seven-Day Circuit-Breaker Lockdown

    This is what you need to know during Victoria's current seven-day lockdown.

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    These Melbourne Zoos Are Live-Streaming Their Cute Animals to Help Boost Your Mood

    Watch snow leopard cubs, lions, giraffes and penguins as they go about their days.

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    Queensland Is Declaring Victoria a COVID-19 Hotspot and Will Close Its Borders

    Victoria currently has 34 active COVID-19 cases, and will go into lockdown from 11.59pm tonight.

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    NSW Will Require Anyone Who's Been in Victoria After 4pm Today to Follow Stay-at-Home Conditions

    The state is going into lockdown — and the same level of restrictions will apply to anyone who has been in the region and heads to NSW.

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    Victoria's List of Exposure Sites Now Covers 83 Locations Throughout Melbourne and Beyond

    The list currently includes Barkly Square, Marvel Stadium, a Betty's Burgers and a number of venues in Prahran.

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    Face Masks Will Become Mandatory Again Throughout Victoria From May 28

    You'll need to wear one whenever you leave the house during the state's seven-day circuit-breaker lockdown.

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    Victoria Is Going Into a Seven-Day Lockdown In a Bid to Contain the Northern Suburbs Outbreak

    The whole state will revert back to stage four restrictions tonight, which means only leaving home for one of five reasons and staying within five kilometres of your house.

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    Seven Great Perth Neighbourhoods to Consider for Your Next Move

    Your new playground could be a coastal retreat — or a buzzing inner city gem.

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    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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