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    Daily Melbourne Discoveries for the Week of October 8

    Including a bar dedicated to cannolis and a talk on queer history.

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    South Island: Discover the South

    Take this journey through the South Island boasting snow-covered mountains, rare native wildlife, raging rivers and scenic walking tracks.

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    You Can Tour Antarctica on a Day Trip Thanks to This Indulgent Sight-Seeing Plane Tour

    Explore the icy continent during the day, then return home to your own bed.

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    Lon Retreat and Spa Is Point Lonsdale's New Luxury Coastal Escape

    The 200-acre hillside property boasts seven luxury suites, a mineral pool and its own private art gallery.

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    A Guide to Coogee Beach to Take You From Sunrise To Sunset

    How to spend a full sunny day at one of Sydney's eastern suburbs most laid-back beaches.

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    A Go-To Gin Guide for Spring in Melbourne

    Where to see experimental art exhibitions, venture down a rabbit hole and more — all with a gin in hand.

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    A Go-To Gin Guide for Spring in Sydney

    Where to catch some late-night art, knock back $1 oysters and more — all with a gin in hand.

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    A Go-To Gin Guide for Spring in Brisbane

    Where to take an art class, enjoy a sumptuous high tea and more — all with a gin in hand.

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    Daily Melbourne Discoveries for the Week of October 15

    Including an all-you-can-eat Indian feast and warm-weather wardrobe update.

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    A Weekender's Guide to Sydney's Manly

    Head to this Sydney suburb by the sea.

Latest Places
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    Arc. Est

    18 Church Street, Terrigal

    Order the Corrie Island oysters and a bottle of Australian wine to start your long lunch here.

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    Safran

    81/189 Ocean View Road, Ettalong Beach

    An award-winning Turkish restaurant in Ettalong.

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    South End Social

    32 Mann Street, Gosford

    Gosford’s go-to brunch spot has yuzu spritzes and souvlaki pitas.

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    Bar Toto

    83/189 Ocean View Road, Ettalong Beach

    Coffee cocktails, antipasti platters and cosy weekend vibes are what you'll find at this Ettalong nook.

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    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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    The Ten Best Coastal Walks in Sydney

    Soak up that Sydney coastline.

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    A Big Summer Bucket List of Sydney Beaches, Pools and Swimming Holes

    The perfect waterside escapes for when it's calm you crave.

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    The Ten Best Harbour Beaches in Sydney

    The perfect beachside escape for when it's calm you crave.

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    US Fitness Favourite Barry's Bootcamp Is Opening Its First Sydney Studio This Weekend

    The Los Angeles-founded workout studio will open its first Australian store in Surry Hills.

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    South Island: TranzAlpine Explorer

    Traverse the alpine landscape of New Zealand’s South Island to catch an eyeful of dramatic natural beauty in this area known for its glaciers, glowworm caves, art and wineries.

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    South Island Journeys

    Break free from the daily grind, and head east then south for a tour around NZ's South Island. Together with Tourism New Zealand, we’ve fashioned these guides to take you all over the South. Based on key driving routes, these journeys will help you find the very best experiences — from adrenaline-charged adventures to luxurious days of pamper.

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    Daily Melbourne Discoveries for the Week of October 22

    Including chocolates, cheese and charitable tattoos.

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    You Can Now Sleep In a Luxury Pod Right Next to the Vines at This South Australian Winery

    And 20 more are expected to roll out across the state in the next year.

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    You'll Soon Be Able to Drink Like You're In a Galaxy Far, Far Away at a Boozy 'Star Wars' Cantina

    Oga's Cantina will be part of Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge, opening at Disneyland Resort in California and Walt Disney World in Florida in 2019.

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    Meditating with Baby Farm Animals Is Australia's Newest Wellness Trend

    Find inner bliss while surrounded by goats, lambs and piglets.

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    NSW's South Coast Glamping Retreat Had Popped Back Up

    Glamping specialists Flash Camp are heading back to Shoalhaven's Coolendel reserve.

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    You'll Soon Be Able to Zoom Down Brisbane's Mt Coot-tha Via Zipline

    Due to open in stages across 2019 and 2020, it'll become Australia's longest zipline.

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    Direct East Coast Flights to New York and London Look Set to Become a Reality

    It's looking likely that you'll be able to fly non-stop from Australia's east coast by 2022.

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    Australia's First Super-Luxe St Regis Hotel Will Be Built in Melbourne

    The 168-room hotel will be part of the Flinders Bank towers and will open in 2022.

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    Two New Glamping Retreats Are Popping Up in Victorian National Parks

    The retreats are popping up in Mount Buffalo and Lake Eildon National Park as part of a Parks Victoria trial.

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    A Rooftop Pool Club and Bar Is Opening on Top of Melbourne Central for Summer

    The Reunion Island Pool Club will replace the now-closed St Jerome's rooftop hotel.

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    This New Free App Will Help You Find the Best Hikes and Camp Sites in NSW's National Parks

    It's filled with handy guides to all 225 of NSW's national parks.

  • News

    An Abandoned Brunswick East Supermarket Fire Is Causing Tram Delays This Morning

    If your usual commute is along Lygon Street, expect delays.

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    You Can Now Stay at the World's First Craft Beer Hotel

    Complete with a beer on arrival, in-room beer taps and shower beer fridges.

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    This New Service Lets You Travel to Japan Without Any Luggage

    Leave your clothes at home and rent someone else's.

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    The RSPCA Wants You to Adopt an Adorable Dog This Week

    It's lowering its adoption fee to $100 in an effort to free up space in its shelters.

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    Australia's First Ever Rooftop Skystand Is Coming to Brisbane

    The sky-high stand is located 20-storeys up and overlooks the Gabba.

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    Six Spectacular Waterfalls to Visit Near Perth

    Don’t stick to the rivers and lakes that you're used to.

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    Eight Unusual Swimming Holes to Visit Around Perth

    Find the inlet, river or rock pool less travelled.

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    We're Giving Away the Ultimate Luxury Weekend at the New Bannisters Port Stephens

    Win a weekend getaway for two at this new boutique beachside hotel — you deserve it.

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    The Adventure Collective Is Sydney's New Boutique Adventure Store

    Heading off on a multi-day hike? An adventurous camping trip? Stop here first.

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