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NewsMetropolitan Melbourne Residents Are Now Required to Wear Masks and Facial Coverings
If you leave the house for one of the four permitted reasons and you don't cover your face, you'll be fined $200.
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NewsIceland Wants to Blast Your 2020-Induced Screams Into the Country's Frosty Wilderness
Your frustrated yells will echo through one of seven locations — including the country's fjords, the capital of Reykjavík or the volcanic surroundings of the Reykjanes peninsula.
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FeatureThe Localist: Greater Western Sydney
In the past few years, greater western Sydney has experienced tremendous growth, resulting in a fairly unique ecosystem of the old and the new. From retro secondhand vinyl shops and boutique jewellery stores to buzzing new food precincts, this is certainly one of Sydney's most diverse areas.
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FeatureThe Localist: Inner City
From the sparkling harbourfront of Barangaroo and the sandstone buildings of The Rocks to the hawker-style eateries in Haymarket and the small bar scene in Redfern, Sydney's inner city is a diverse landscape of culture, history and art.
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FeatureThe Localist: Southern Sydney
A mere 30-minute train ride from Sydney CBD is a not-so-hidden gem. Life in the southern suburbs moves at a slightly slower pace — giving you ample opportunity to explore the beautiful beaches, bars and stores.
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NewsThe Victorian Government Has Clarified Rules Around How Far You Can Travel for Exercise
Instead of travelling across the city to hike and pickup takeaway coffee, the government is saying you should be visiting your closest park or cafe.
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GuideStellar Sights: New Zealand's Most Breathtaking Ever-Changing Vistas
The natural masterpieces of New Zealand are always in-season.
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GuideAdventure Awaits: Get Your Adrenaline Pumping on a Holiday in New Zealand
For thrill-seekers and adrenaline junkies, New Zealand is one big, limitless adventure park.
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NewsThe Ten Best Summer Day Trips Out of Brisbane
Take advantage of the warm weather — beaches, waterfalls, rainforests and baby turtles are just a stone's throw away.
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GuideExtraordinary Escapes: Find Your Relaxing Getaway in New Zealand
It's always an ideal time to visit New Zealand, the only thing to decide is when and where you'll stay.
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GuideSavour the Seasons: Where to Enjoy New Zealand's Most Exquisite Eats
No matter the time of year, there's something exciting to discover (and taste) year-round.
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NewsThe 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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GuideTen 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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GuideTen 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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GuideTen 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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GuideTen 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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NewsEverything You Need to Know About Australia's COVID-19 State and Territory Border Restrictions
Before you jump in the car for a road trip or on a plane for a domestic holiday, find out where you can go within Australia and whether you need to quarantine.
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NewsAustralia Unseen Has a New Line of Melbourne-Inspired Puzzle Designs to Cure Your Iso-Boredom
Spend lockdown assembling a picture of the 12 Apostles or recreating a scene of the Melbourne city skyline.
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Feature
Beyond the Beach: Port Stephens
Head 2.5-hours north of Sydney and you’ll find Port Stephens. It's dotted with bays and inlets, and it happens to be double the size of Sydney Harbour — meaning double the amount of water-themed activities to try.
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NewsThis Is What People Have Been Fined for So Far During Melbourne's Second Lockdown
Two friends driving around playing 'Pokemon Go' and a man eating KFC in-store are some of the people who've been fined for flouting the stay-at-home rules.
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GuideTen Places to Eat and Drink Around Port Stephens on Your Next Romantic Getaway
Treat your special someone to hearty brunches, local wine and some of the best seafood on the east coast.
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GuideSeven Fun Things to Do in Port Stephens That'll Take You Beyond the Beautiful Beaches
There's more to this region than its 26 beaches.
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RestaurantSafran
81/189 Ocean View Road, Ettalong Beach
An award-winning Turkish restaurant in Ettalong.
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CafeSouth End Social
32 Mann Street, Gosford
Gosford’s go-to brunch spot has yuzu spritzes and souvlaki pitas.
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RestaurantLittle 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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NewsHow to Spend an Indulgent Weekend Away In Port Stephens
Savour sea-to-plate fare while sipping champagne, then take a dip in an oceanside pool.
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NewsQueensland Has Declared Two Sydney Council Areas COVID-19 Hotspots
Anyone who has been to Campbelltown or Liverpool will be banned from entering the Sunshine State from midday today.
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FeatureHoliday Here This Year
Whether it’s a day trip out of the city, a weekend escape or a month-long adventure, Australians love travelling.
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FeatureHoliday Here This Year
Whether it’s a day trip out of the city, a weekend escape or a month-long adventure, Australians love travelling.
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NewsSydneysiders Who Visited the Crossroads Hotel Have Been Told to Self-Isolate for Two Weeks
Nine cases have been directly linked to the Casula pub so far.
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NewsWestern Australia's Kalbarri National Park Is Now Home to a 100-Metre-High Skywalk Over a Gorge
The $24 million project overlooks the park's Murchison Gorge via two cantilevered platforms.
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News
Metropolitan Melbourne Residents Are Now Encouraged to Wear Masks When Leaving Their Homes
The Victorian Government recommends that face masks are worn in public situations where "physical distancing is not possible" — such as in shopping centres, on public transport and at markets.
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NewsDogshare Will Help You Find Human Mates for Your Pooch When You Head Back to the Office
The dog-sharing service will match you with locals who can drop by for pats and walkies while you're at work.
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Feature
Holiday Here This Year
Whether it’s a day trip out of the city, a weekend escape or a month-long adventure, Australians love travelling.
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NewsVirgin Is Selling 500,000 Cheap Flights to (and from) Queensland to Celebrate the Border Reopening
And those cheap flights include 23 kilograms of baggage, too.
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NewsTwo of Victoria's Major Snow Resorts Have Closed Again — Just Weeks After Reopening
Despite being outside of Victoria's lockdown area, the resorts have stopped the ski lifts.
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NewsMore Than 200,000 Australians Are Hoping to Enter Queensland This Week
So, if you're planning to make the trip north — or you're heading home to the Sunshine State — expect plenty of congestion and delays.
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NewsTAFE Victoria Has Expanded Its Free Courses If You Want to Upskill During Lockdown (Again)
If you're eligible, you could learn about nursing, cyber security or plumbing without paying a cent.
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NewsRidesharing Service DiDi Is Offering Half-Price Rides Every Weekday for the Rest of July
If you don't want commute to work via public transport or bike, you can rideshare — for cheap.
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NewsNSW Government Has Warned Sydneysiders Not to Visit Towns Near the Victorian Border
With Victorian COVID-19 cases spiking, NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian has said there is an "extremely high" possibility of increased cases here.
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NewsThese Are the 32 Victorian Local Government Areas Reentering Lockdown from Midnight Tonight
Stay-at-home orders will apply to metropolitan Melbourne and Mitchell Shire for the next six weeks.
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NewsVictoria Will Reintroduce Strict Stay-at-Home Orders for All of Metropolitan Melbourne for Six Weeks
The new lockdown will come into place at 11.59pm on Wednesday, July 8 — but there are some differences this time.
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NewsWhy This Lesser-Known Victorian Wine Region Should Be Your Next Weekend Getaway
Sip the nectar of the gods, dine in an old farmhouse and sleep in a castle.
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GuideEight Things You Didn't Realise You Could Do in Port Stephens
Animal encounters and adrenaline-pumping outdoor activities await.
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NewsThe NSW-Victoria Border Will Close from Midnight on July 7 for the First Time in 100 Years
The move comes as Victoria records its highest daily total — 127 cases — since the pandemic began.
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NewsBrisbane Just Shivered Through Its Coldest Morning of 2020 So Far
The city's minimum temperature hit 3.8 degrees at the airport and 7.6 in the CBD.
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NewsVictoria Is Extending Its Reintroduced Stay-at-Home Orders to Two More Melbourne Postcodes
Two more areas are going into lockdown — and, in nine public housing estates, residents will be required to stay inside their homes for at least the next five days.
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NewsThe Whitsundays' Luxury Daydream Island Resort Is Reopening Alongside Queensland's Border
Head north to check out the 200-metre living reef, three restaurants and the onsite gin bar.
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NewsJetstar Is Hosting Another Big Domestic Sale with Flights As Low As $45
It runs until 8pm tonight.
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NewsTen 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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NewsThe Most Luxurious Boutique Hotels in Brisbane
Whether you're vacationing or staycationing in Brisbane, these hotels will have you sleeping in soft linen, eating in fine restaurants and swimming in rooftop pools.
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NewsFive Dog-Friendly Trips Around Regional Victoria to Take with Your Fur Baby
Treat your very good dog to a very good time.
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NewsHow to Road Trip the Coral Coast in Seven Days
Take a scenic drive to see dolphins, sharks, reefs, beaches and one of Australia's most famous rock formations.
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NewsTen Things to Eat, See and Do in Alice Springs
Take in spectacular sunsets, explore incredible rock formations and meet friendly kangaroos.
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NewsA Foodie's Guide to Road Tripping from Sydney to Tasmania
Savour every moment with these seven pit stops.
