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Guide
Eight Outdoor Activities to Try in Canberra When You Want to Cram in as Much as Possible in One Weekend
Who'd have thought a weekend in the capital could feature so many thrillseeking, adrenaline-pumping experiences?
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News
The Australian Government Has Announced That Everyone Arriving From Overseas Must Self-Isolate for 14 Days
Australians have also been advised to take social distancing measures, including refraining from shaking hands.
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News
The Sydney Royal Easter Show Has Been Cancelled for 2020 Due to Australia's Mass Gatherings Ban
It's the first time the show has been cancelled because of a public health emergency since the Spanish Flu pandemic in 1919.
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Guide
Six Outdoor Dates to Enjoy with a Drink Before the Summer Sun Disappears
Make the most of the hot days and balmy nights with your favourite person (or a new boo).
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Guide
Six Outdoor Dates to Enjoy with a Drink Before the Summer Sun Disappears
Make the most of the hot days and balmy nights with your favourite person (or a new boo).
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News
The Australian Government Has Announced a Ban on Non-Essential Events of More Than 500 People
The ban, which will impact the likes of sporting games, concerts and food festivals, will come into place on Monday, March 16.
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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
Victoria's Best and Worst Train Stations for 2019 Have Been Announced
Where does your local station rank?
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News
Cabn Is Bringing Its Tiny Solar-Powered Houses to the Sunshine Coast's Multi-Day Hiking Trail
The company's compact abodes will pop up along the Cooloola Great Walk in 2021.
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News
NSW Will Finally Introduce a State-Wide Single-Use Plastic Bag Ban
It's the last state or territory in Australia to commit to a ban.
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News
Uber Is Launching a Pet-Friendly Option in Australia So You Can Finally Take Fido for a Ride
Uber Pet is rolling out across Sydney and Brisbane from March 10.
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News
This Is What the International Space Station's First Commercial Tourist Digs Will Look Like
As part of NASA's plans to open the low-orbit facility to private astronauts — and commercial and tourism ventures — there'll also be an observatory with 360-degree views.
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Guide
Eight Top-Notch Ways to Indulge on a Weekend Away in Canberra
Go all-out with up-close animal encounters, boozy high teas and luxurious spa experiences — you deserve it.
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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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Guide
Nine Canberra Shops to Explore On Your Leisurely City Break to the Capital
Local designers, boutique bottle-os and quirky gift shops — you'll find 'em all here.
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News
Jimmy Brings Is Delivering Toilet Paper to Your Doorstep in 30 Minutes
It's going for $2.99 a roll, with $1 from each being donated to the UNICEF Coronavirus Appeal.
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News
Six Ways to Make Getting Through the Working Week That Little Bit Easier
Work hard, play harder.
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News
A $42 Million Yarra Trams Proposal Could See Cars and Trams Separated by Concrete Kerbs
The tram operator wants to install concrete kerbs along 38 kilometres of tram tracks to help minimise collisions.
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News
A Derailment Is Causing Major Delays Across Sydney's Train Network This Morning
The maintenance train derailed between Circular Quay and Wynyard this morning.
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News
Victoria's New Laws Making it Easier for Renters to Own Pets Come into Effect Today
If you've been looking to adopt a fur baby, now may be the time.
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News
Paramount House Hotel's Vending Machine Stocks Supreme Socks, Glossier Makeup and Sex Toys
You won't find Coke cans or bags of chips in here.
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News
Air New Zealand Has Unveiled New Lie-Flat Economy Class Sleeping Pods
Each bunk bed-style Skynest will have room for six sleepers.
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News
Autron VR Is Melbourne's High-Tech Gaming Hub with Virtual Reality Escape Rooms
Here, you can fight dragons, explore underwater worlds and rocket off into space.
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Sydney's Train Network Is Affected by Major Delays This Tuesday Morning
Urgent repairs at Hornsby have caused delays and cancellations across the T1 and T9 lines.
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News
Buses Will Replace Trains on Some of Melbourne's Train Lines Again This Autumn
Parts of the rail network will be closed throughout March, April and May in a massive construction blitz.
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Guide
The Best Out-of-Town Events Worthy of a Road Trip This Autumn
Get out of the city and visit festivals dedicated to potatoes, oysters and blues music.
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Feature
The Localist: Inner East
The inner east has it all: sports, culture, gardens and the local shops and cafes that bring it all together.
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News
Sydney's Level Two Water Restrictions Set to Be Relaxed from March 1
Restrictions will drop to Level 1 after dams received a much needed boost from February's heavy rainfall.
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Uber's New Quiet Mode Has Launched in Australia So You Can Now Ride in Silence
The ridesharing service has also rolled out a feature that lets you choose the temperature.
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News
Seven Free Mardi Gras Events to Check Out This Month (That Aren't the Parade)
Celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community without breaking the bank.
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News
The RSPCA Wants You to Adopt an Animal This Weekend
It's lowering its adoption fee to $29 in an effort to free up space in its shelters across the country.
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Chinese Ridesharing Service DiDi Is Launching in Sydney with a Month of Half-Price Rides
It's launching on March 16 with a stack of sweet introductory incentives for both riders and drivers.
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News
Japan Might Soon Be Home to a Dedicated 'Harry Potter' Theme Park
Taking over an existing 94-year-old amusement park, it'll feature 'Harry Potter' sets that visitors can tour.
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Melbourne's Tram Network Is Gearing Up for Six More Strikes Next Month
The Rail Tram and Bus Union is ramping up its strikes in response to failed negotiations with Yarra Trams.
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We're Giving Away Five Cafe Vouchers So You Can Eat Your Way Around The Northern Beaches
Drive up the coast and hit up some beachside brunch spots — for zero dollars.
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News
How to Mark International Women's Day with Your Mates This Year
Celebrate fierce females, past and present, with some of your closest pals.
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News
Nine Things to Eat, See and Do on a Day Trip to Wollongong
Spend a day exploring this beachside city — or make a few stops as part of a bigger road trip down the NSW south coast.
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Two Shipping Container Hotels Are Popping Up on Victorian Wineries This Autumn
The Wine Down Pop-Up Hotel eco pods will make appearances in Yarra Valley, Mornington Peninsula and Rutherglen.
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Widespread Delays Expected Across Sydney's Train Network for Monday Afternoon Peak Hour
The weekend's extreme weather is still causing cancellations and major delays across the network.
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We're Giving Away a Getaway for Two at a Luxe Floating Villa in Sydney's Palm Beach
With French champagne, gourmet feasts and your own private boat.
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This Luxe and Leisurely Trip Will Take You Across the Outback on One of Australia's Oldest Trains
It's the Spirit of Progress' longest-ever journey — after first carrying passengers back in 1937.
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Atari Is Opening Its Own Chain of Video Game-Themed Hotels
From the company behind 'Asteroids', 'Centipede' and 'Pong', they'll feature plenty of gaming — and will be designed to make you feel like you're staying inside an Atari console.
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A Weekender's Guide to Bilpin and Surrounds
Now's the perfect time to take a drive along the Bells Line of Road for summer fruits, garden walks and cute cabins stays.
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