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News
Google Maps' New Augmented Reality Feature Will Literally Point You in the Right Direction
Now rolling out on iOS and Android phones, the beta feature deploys arrows and directions over street view images.
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News
Melbourne's Tram Network Will be Disrupted by a Four-Hour Strike Later This Month
The network-wide strike follows failed negotiations between Yarra Trams and the Rail Tram and Bus Union.
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Guide
The Best Things to Do for the 2019 Ekka Holiday
From Ekka eve blowouts to the show itself, there's many a way to make the most of the public holiday.
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News
A Technical Issue on Sydney's Metro North West Is Causing Commuter Chaos This Morning
Trains were not running in either direction for almost two hours.
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News
The Great Barrier Reef Is Set to Score Its First Underwater Hotel
Sleep below sea level on a floating pontoon, with floor-to-ceiling views of the reef through your window.
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News
Eight Careers to Consider Based on Your Favourite TV Shows
It's more than fine to use Jake Peralta as a career role model – we promise.
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News
Seven Degrees to Consider Based on Your Favourite Podcasts
Turn your podcast passion into a profession.
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News
Melbourne's Tram Network Could Soon be Affected by a 48-Hour Strike
The news comes as Melbourne's train workers gear up for their own strike next week.
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Guide
The Best (and Most Colourful) Flower Festivals Happening Around Australia
Pack the Zyrtec and get ready to frolic through glorious fields of tulips and cherry blossom trees.
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News
You Can Cop Mega Fines for Using Your Mobile Phone to Pay at a Drive-Thru
It recently came to light thanks to a Victoria Police Facebook post — and people are not too happy about it.
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News
Some of This Winter's Wildest Weather Is Set to Hit NSW and Victoria Across the Next Few Days
Expect rain, wind, thunderstorms and even snow in some low-lying spots.
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Guide
An Art Lover's Guide to Spending a Weekend in Canberra
Take your inner art critic on a tour of this contemporary art-proud cultural hub.
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Gallery: Kosci in Your Cossies
Over 200 skiers and snowboarders bared (almost) all to speed down Australia's third-longest run in Budgy Smugglers last week.
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News
Environmental Protesters Are Expected to Shut Down Brisbane's CBD This Morning
The Extinction Rebellion Australia protest will disrupt peak-hour traffic and could continue until after lunch.
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News
Queensland May Soon Score a New Part-Day Public Holiday
It's great news if you're usually stuck working on Christmas Eve.
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Guide
How to Spend a Long Weekend with Your Mates in Canberra
Round up the crew for a few days of eating, drinking and outdoor activities.
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News
Five Things to Keep in Mind When You Decide to Take on Part-Time Study
How to become a total boss of studying and working at the same time.
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News
Melbourne's 48-Hour Train Network Strike Is Likely to Go Ahead
The Rail Tram and Bus Union has voted to take industrial action, in the midst of tense negotiations with Metro Trains.
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News
We're Giving Away a Night at a Port Stephens Hamptons-Chic Hotel So You Can Max Out on Seafood and Sea Views
Take a trip up north for the area's annual Love Seafood festival.
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News
A Communication Issue on Sydney's New North West Metro Is Causing Commuter Chaos This Morning
Trains were not running in either direction for almost an hour.
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You'll Soon Be Able to Ditch Your Opal Card When Catching Sydney Buses
Smartphone, smartwatch and bank card payments can be used to pay for your fare from August.
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Japan's New Over-the-Top Theme Park Is Entirely Dedicated to Bubble Tea
With tapioca-themed photo booths, tapioca foods and beverages, and even rides.
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Phillip Island's Hugely Popular Penguin Parade Has Undergone a Multimillion-Dollar Makeover
The Victorian tourist attraction now boasts an all-new, eco-friendly visitor centre — including space for 1400 extra penguin homes.
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Sydney Is Currently Experiencing Its Longest Run of Warm July Days On Record
And it's set to continue into next week.
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Five Cabins in Australia Where You Can Stay Right on Snow
Here, you can wake up to Japanese-inspired onsens, friendly wombats and crackling fires — and head out for a ski right from your front door.
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Ten Essential Spots To Visit in Pyrmont
Including a New York-style jazz joint, an Egyptian bakery and the home of some of Sydney's most interesting art.
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We're Giving Away the Ultimate Quick Escape to Bali
Poolside cocktails and plenty of sunshine await.
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Eight Activities to Plan For Your Birthday When You Want to Do More Than Just Dinner or Drinks
Different things to do when it's time to celebrate little 'old' you.
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Seven Activities to Plan For Your Birthday When You Want to Do More Than Just Dinner or Drinks
Different things to do when it's time to celebrate little 'old' you.
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Five Activities to Track Down That'll Keep Your Winter Nights Warm
Resist the urge to crawl straight home after work and warm up with these happenings instead.
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North Sydney's CBD Is Butting Out and Becoming Totally Smoke-Free
A smoking ban will be rolled out across the CBD, following community support and a unanimous council vote.
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Guide
Ten Essential Spots to Visit in Alexandria
This former industrial area is home to OTT croissants, vegan brews and the coolest public library in the city.
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We're Giving Away a Luxury Getaway at Bannisters Pavilion Mollymook
Win a getaway for two at this boutique beachside hotel — you deserve it.
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Activities to Plan For Your Birthday When You Don't Want to Make it a Big Deal (But Kinda Do)
Eight different things to do when it's time to celebrate little 'old' you.
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Another Part of Flinders Street Is Closing Down for Up to Three Years
Two lanes will close between Swanston and Elizabeth streets as part of the Metro Tunnel construction.
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How to Experience the Best of WA's Food and Outdoors at This Sprawling Food and Wine Festival
Eat your way around some of the state's most picturesque spots —from boats and beaches to lakeside cabins and woodland estates.
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The Weather in Sydney for the Next Week Is Set to be Unseasonably Warm So Get Your Togs Ready
It's set to hit 24 degrees. In July.
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The Northern Beaches' Luxury Floating Villa Lilypad Is Now Open to the Public
Located just off Palm Beach, the private villa comes with an on-board wine cellar, gourmet meals and your own boat.
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Camping Fees at Victoria's State and National Parks Have Permanently Been Halved
You can now pay as little as $2.70 for a wintry getaway surrounded by natural beauty.
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Where to Shop Like a Local In and Around Hurstville
Whether you're looking for hard-to-find spices, a rare comic or some German treats, you'll find them all in this southern suburb.
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