• News

    Brisbane's Public Transport Is Starting to Resume But Plenty of Services Are Still Being Affected by the Severe Weather

    With the weather still wet and flooding occurring due to ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred, you'll want to check Translink before making plans to get around town.

  • News

    All Public Transport Services in Southeast Queensland Are Cancelled From Thursday Until Further Notice

    CityCats and ferries have already stopped running, and now buses and trains will cease after the last service on Wednesday, March 5, 2025.

  • News

    Brisbane's CityCats and Ferries Have Been Suspended Until Further Notice Due to Tropical Cyclone Alfred

    Services stopped on Monday, March 3, 2025 to move the vessels to safety ahead of the storm making landfall — and all ferry terminals are now closed.

  • Guide

    Stellar Sights: New Zealand's Most Breathtaking Ever-Changing Vistas

    The natural masterpieces of New Zealand are always in-season.

  • Feature

    The Luxury Traveller's Guide to Brisbane to Inspire Your Next Indulgent Escape

    From helicopter wine tours to luxury hotel stays, there are plenty of ways to live the high life in Brisbane.

  • Feature

    Your Essential Guide to Memphis, Tennessee

    Memphis is a veritable playground for music fans. It's not only the home of blues and soul music but also the birthplace of rock 'n' roll.

  • Feature

    Nine Luxury Experiences in Tropical North Queensland That Are Also Environmentally Responsible

    Head north for an eco-friendly escape that doesn't skimp on luxury.

  • Feature

    Into the Wild: Go off the Beaten Path at These Fascinating Regional Destinations

    Get out of town — literally — and do your weekend differently.

  • Feature

    Taste of Tasmania: Discover the Delicious Charm of the Apple Isle

    Australia's island state boasts the perfect conditions for producing top-quality, flavour-filled produce — and an exceptionally talented roll call of passionate people doing spectacular things with it.

  • Feature

    Taste of Tasmania: Discover the Delicious Charm of the Apple Isle

    Australia's island state boasts the perfect conditions for producing top-quality, flavour-filled produce — and an exceptionally talented roll call of passionate people doing spectacular things with it.

  • Feature

    Taste of Tasmania: Discover the Delicious Charm of the Apple Isle

    Australia's island state boasts the perfect conditions for producing top-quality, flavour-filled produce — and an exceptionally talented roll call of passionate people doing spectacular things with it.

  • Feature

    Taste of Tasmania: Discover the Delicious Charm of the Apple Isle

    Australia's island state boasts the perfect conditions for producing top-quality, flavour-filled produce — and an exceptionally talented roll call of passionate people doing spectacular things with it.

  • News

    A Weekender's Guide to Kangaroo Island

    The South Australian island's wineries, beaches, oyster farms and accommodation are as beautiful as ever.

  • News

    A Weekender's Guide to Queensland's Bundaberg Region

    Watch baby turtles hatch, swim at the Southern Great Barrier Reef, then sample award-winning local gin and rum.

  • News

    A Weekender's Guide to Port Stephens

    Slurp local oysters, ride through the dunes and unearth 'Mad Max' sets on the coast.

  • News

    A Weekender's Guide To Bowral and the Southern Highlands

    Stay at a country estate, taste locally produced wine and whisky, peruse a whole heap of art and feast at a hatted restaurant — all in just one weekend.

  • News

    A Weekender's Guide to Daylesford

    Spend a few days wrapped in nature, natural mineral springs and a blanket of good food and wine.

  • News

    Ten of the Most-Unique and Relaxing Stays You Can Book Around Auckland

    From sprawling rainforest escapes to chic inner-city lofts, Auckland's Airbnb game is set to impress.

  • Guide

    The 16 Best Hotels In Melbourne for 2025

    Whether you're vacationing or staycationing, this lineup of the best hotels in Melbourne will help you live your best life — fine restaurants, premium spas, rooftop pools and pillow menus await.

  • Hotel

    The StandardX

    62 Rose Street, Fitzroy

    Fitzroy's The StandardX boasts 125 luxury rooms, a rooftop bar and a contemporary Thai restaurant.

  • News

    The Most-Beautiful Coastal Stays That You Can Book in Noosa

    Beach sessions, rainforest treks and breezy holiday vibes await you on Queensland's Sunshine Coast.

  • News

    The Eight Best Places to Go Glamping in Victoria

    All these luxury Victorian glamping experiences are under two hours away from the Melbourne CBD — so you can easily have your weekend wilderness adventure and goose-feather down quilt, too.

  • News

    Ten Treehouses Around Australia You Can Book for an Immersive Nature Getaway

    Book a stay deep in the Blue Mountains or a stone's throw away from the Great Barrier Reef.

Travel

Get Concrete Playground's take on the latest travel news, events, places and trips
  • Travel & Leisure
    Flaxton

    Flaxton Walkers' Camp

    After a day of walking, set up your tent and enjoy your leafy surrounds.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Flaxton

    Kondalilla National Park

    Pick a walking track and discover hidden rock pools, stunning vistas and towering waterfalls hidden among lush rainforest.

  • Travel & Leisure
    North Maleny

    Baroon Pocket Dam

    Pack your swimmers, kayak and picnic rug for a day of waterside fun.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Welcome to Lexton, Victoria, Where You'll Find Wine Country and Australia's Biggest Bush Doof

    This tiny town in Victoria's Pyrenees region punches well above its weight when it comes to outdoor experiences.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Riverfire Is Moving Its Spring Fireworks Show to the Beginning of September This Year

    Brisbane Festival's annual fireworks display will start the 2022 event, rather than end it.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Ten Incredible Australian Islands for When You Want to Get Off the Mainland

    You don't need to travel to Bali or Thailand to have an island holiday — these adventurous and relaxing spots are just off the coast of Australia.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Double-Vaccinated Australians Will Be Able to Holiday in New Zealand From Mid-April

    Keen on a trip across the ditch? NZ is reopening its borders to double-vaccinated tourists, without isolation, from next month.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Alice Springs

    Alice Springs Desert Park

    Explore vivid landscapes and a deep spiritual history.

  • Travel & Leisure

    You and Your Mates Can Rent This Entire Brisbane Hotel for a Vodka-Fuelled Stay for a Cool $49,999

    Grey Goose is taking over Spring Hill's The Inchcolm by Ovolo — and if you're feeling flush, you and at least 39 of your besties can stay and sip there.

  • Travel & Leisure

    A Second Super Nintendo Theme Park Will Open in 2023 So You Can Play 'Mario Kart' IRL in Hollywood

    You'll soon have two Nintendo-themed amusement parks to visit, with the new addition to Universal Studios Hollywood joining its sibling site in Osaka.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Five Things to See and Do in the Murray Border Town of Tocumwal

    Stroll through an ancient forest or while away an afternoon on an inland beach in this fascinating Murray border town.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Seven Reasons Cunnamulla Is the Ideal Spot for a Quintessential Outback Adventure

    In this pocket of southwest Queensland, you can work at an outback station and go for river swims.

  • Travel & Leisure

    The Town with No Street Names: Why You Should Take a Trip to Lightning Ridge, NSW

    Join a dinosaur dig, fossick for opals or take a selfie with an 18-metre-tall emu made from car bonnets in this fascinating outback town.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Miss Midgley's Is James Street's New Five-Apartment Hotel Inside a Heritage-Listed Ex-Schoolhouse

    The striking New Farm building dates back to the 1860s, and now boasts five self-contained rooms, plus a pool, tropical garden and sundeck.

  • Travel & Leisure

    We're Giving Away an Eco-Conscious Trip to Tropical North Queensland for You and a Mate (or Date)

    A tropical holiday that gives back — on us.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Green Playground

    Tropical North Queensland is the destination that should be perched at the top of your responsible travel hit list.

  • Arts & Entertainment

    Here's What Makes Tropical North Queensland the Ideal Destination For Eco-Conscious Travellers

    It turns out that it's quite easy being green.

  • Arts & Entertainment

    Ten First Nations-Led Activities to Experience in Tropical North Queensland

    Seize the opportunity to experience Tropical North Queensland through the eyes of the Traditional Land Owners.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Eight Ways to Experience the Great Barrier Reef That Help Protect its Natural Beauty

    Planning a trip to the Reef? Here's how you can do it responsibly.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Nine Ways to Explore the Rainforest Responsibly in Tropical North Queensland

    The world's oldest rainforest is brimming with eco-friendly ways to experience it.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Famed Tassie Winery Devil's Corner Has Unveiled Its Ambitious Cellar Door Makeover

    More than double its original size, with a fresh fitout by Cumulus Studio, the new-look cellar door helps cement the winery's status as one of the region’s must-visit wine-sipping destinations.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Lightning Ridge

    Lightning Ridge Bore Baths

    Lightning Ridge's free hot springs are open 24 hours a day.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Sixty-Thousand South Australian Travel Vouchers Are Up for Grabs If You're Keen on an Autumn Getaway

    $100 and $200 vouchers are on offer for tours and experiences in SA — but you'll need to head south by the end of May.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Eight Eco-Friendly Experiences to Try For a Lower-Impact Trip to Tropical North Queensland

    Here's how to give back to the environment while exploring the tropics.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Green Island

    Green Island Resort

    An eco-friendly island getaway.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Innot Hot Springs

    Innot Hot Springs

    Sink into these charming outback hot springs.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Minnamoolka

    Kinrara Expeditions

    An all-inclusive outback adventure.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Warwick Farm

    The William Inglis Hotel - MGallery by Sofitel

    This is a luxury boutique hotel with the lot.

  • Travel & Leisure

    You Can Win a $3000 Luxury Escapes Voucher for Your Next Dream Holiday

    This booze brand is footing the bill for your next big getaway, and throwing in some tasty gin, too.

  • Travel & Leisure

    All Public Transport and Tolls Across Brisbane Are Currently Free Until March 6

    Getting around town hasn't been easy for the past few days, but it'll be free until the end of the weekend.

  • Travel & Leisure

    New Zealand's Border Reopening Plan Has Been Brought Forward, But You Can't Holiday There Just Yet

    The new reopening plan comes amid New Zealand's current Omicron outbreak, which sees the country experiencing one of the highest transmission rates in the world.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Brisbane's Trains, Buses and Ferries Are Currently Suspended Until Further Notice

    Due to the weekend's wet weather, the Queensland Government has also advised southeast Queenslanders to avoid all non-essential travel.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Western Australia's Turquoise Bay Has Been Named the Best Beach in the South Pacific for 2022

    Beaches in Australia and New Zealand took out nine of the top ten spots.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Seven Reasons Barrington Tops Is an Underrated Weekend Getaway Spot

    Dive into hidden swimming holes, tackle rewarding overnight hikes and sleep in ancient forest in this vast region four hours north of Sydney.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Six Incredible Ways to Explore Talbingo at the Edge of the Snowy Mountains

    Spend the morning exploring dramatic caves and take a dip in a natural thermal pool when you're back above ground.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Six Reasons to Head to Nelson, the End of the Great Ocean Road

    Remote beaches, rugged waves and unforgettable camping await in the far southwest corner of Victoria.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Jetstar Is Celebrating February 22 By Dropping $22 Flights to Destinations Around Australia

    The airline's 22,000 super-cheap fares cover everywhere from Cairns and Hamilton Island to Hobart and Uluru — and they're only available for one day.

  • Travel & Leisure

    The NSW Government's New $50 Accommodation Vouchers Have Started Being Rolled Out Across the State

    Every NSW resident aged over 18 will be able to nab one of the Stay NSW vouchers, which are being released by Local Government Area over a two-week period.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Nine Luxe Experiences in Regional Victoria That Are Well Worth the Road Trip

    Escape the city for a weekend filled with life's greatest pleasures: food, fresh air and free time.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Eight Reasons to Put Mount Hotham and Dinner Plain on Your Must-Visit List This Summer

    Who needs snow when there's mountains to bike, tree tents to glamp in and Australia's highest altitude pub to drink at?

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