Travel & Leisure
South Australia Is Opening Its Borders to NSW So Time to Book a Wine-Fuelled Holiday
Sydneysiders will be allowed into SA (without quarantining) from this Thursday.
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HotelThe Olympia
1 Oxford Street, Paddington
25hours Hotels first Australian outpost is an homage to cinematic glory, built around a globally inspired hospitality precinct.
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NewsFrom Sporting Championships to Annual Spectacles: Ten Gold Coast Events That Are Worth the Journey
The Gold Coast is more than just sand and suntans.
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NewsMelbourne Metro Tunnel 'Big Switch' Opening Day Soured by Train Delays and Confused Commuters
Melbourne's biggest public transport upgrade for 40 years is off to a predictably rocky start.
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NewsIHG Hotels Is Offering 20% Discounts on Bookings for Over 270 Hotels Until Early February
Get a luxurious stay booked across the world before the New Year gets the better of you with this time-limited sale.
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FeatureThe 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.
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FeatureChase the Feels: How to Plan a Memorable Trip in New South Wales
There's a reason we love travelling so much.
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FeatureYour 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.
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FeatureNine Luxury Experiences in Tropical North Queensland That Are Also Environmentally Responsible
Head north for an eco-friendly escape that doesn't skimp on luxury.
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FeatureInto the Wild: Go off the Beaten Path at These Fascinating Regional Destinations
Get out of town — literally — and do your weekend differently.
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FeatureGreen Playground
Tropical North Queensland is the destination that should be perched at the top of your responsible travel hit list.
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FeatureTaste 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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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NewsA Weekender's Guide To Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale
Less than two hours from Melbourne, whisky bars, mineral baths, coastal hikes and a huge art festival await.
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NewsA Weekender's Guide to Kangaroo Island
The South Australian island's wineries, beaches, oyster farms and accommodation are as beautiful as ever.
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NewsA 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.
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NewsA Weekender's Guide to Port Stephens
Slurp local oysters, ride through the dunes and unearth 'Mad Max' sets on the coast.
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NewsA 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.
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HotelGrand Hyatt Melbourne
123 Collins Street, Melbourne
A Collins Street landmark since 1986, the Grand Hyatt Melbourne continues to balance old-world grandeur with skyline views, updated dining, and classic five-star amenities.
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HotelThe StandardX
62 Rose Street, Fitzroy
Fitzroy's The StandardX boasts 125 luxury rooms, a rooftop bar and a contemporary restaurant with rotating chefs in residency.
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NewsThe Best Glamping Sites Around Australia
Stay in luxury tents scattered among remote deserts, lush rainforests and tropical islands at these Australian glamping sites.
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NewsTen 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.
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GuideThe 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.
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NewsThe 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.
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Travel & LeisureQueensland Is Expanding Its Border Zone So You Can Travel to Byron Bay Without Quarantining
The state is opening up to the Byron, Ballina, Lismore, Richmond Valley and Glen Innes council areas — but you'll still need a border pass.
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Travel & LeisurePipinui Point Is Wellington's New Luxury Clifftop Retreat
This secluded retreat comes with uninterrupted coastal views and an outdoor bathtub.
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Travel & LeisureVirgin Australia Has Scrapped Its Booking Change Fees Until January 2021
So you can make travel plans, but still amend them if circumstances change — without being slugged with a hefty charge.
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Travel & LeisureSeven of Australia's Eight States and Territories Hope to Reopen Their Borders By December
You might be able to put that Christmas leave to good use on a domestic holiday.
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Travel & LeisureWentworth FallsStargazing Tour with an Astrophysicist
Explore the night sky at this astronomical tour in the Blue Mountains.
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Travel & LeisureJapan's New 'Making of Harry Potter' Theme Park Will Open in 2023
It'll feature sets, costumes and props across a 30,000-square-metre space — and take around half a day to walk through.
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Travel & LeisureThe Sydney Harbour Bridge Is Currently Closed in Both Directions Because of a Serious Crash
Sydneysiders are advised to avoid the area and consider working from home, with no forecast for when all northbound and southbound lanes will reopen.
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Travel & LeisureHow to Explore the Stunning Orange Region When You Need a Break from the City
From fine, fine wine and buzzing bakeries to dramatic peaks and hot air balloon adventures, Orange is the perfect antidote to the daily grind.
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Travel & LeisureQueensland Is Unlikely to Reopen Its Borders to NSW and Victoria Until There Is No Community Transmission
In good news, though, the Sunshine State itself has had "no evidence of community transmission in Queensland now for 28 days".
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Travel & LeisureThe City of Melbourne Has Temporarily Relaxed Some Parking Fees and Restrictions
The change applies to green sign parking bays only.
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Travel & LeisureTen of the Most Indulgent Harbourside Staycations You Can Book in Sydney
Choose a favourite, pack those bags and get ready to live your best-ever holiday life.
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Travel & LeisureSeven 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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Travel & LeisureOver 1000 Extra Buses and Trains Are Being Added to Brisbane's Public Transport Network
They'll start being rolled out from Monday, August 10.
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Travel & LeisureThis Indulgent Sight-Seeing Plane Tour of Antarctica Will Let You Day Trip Out of the Country
The sight-seeing flights to the icy continent will kick off again from November.
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Food & DrinkA 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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Travel & LeisureQueensland Is Completely Shutting Its Borders to NSW and the ACT from August 8
The new closure will apply at least until the end of August.
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Travel & LeisureSeddonEcopia Retreat
This remote eco-escape is surrounded by wilderness as far as the eye can see.
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Travel & LeisureCassiniStowaway Kangaroo Island
Enjoy the finer things in life in a luxe cabin on the edge of Lathami Conservation Park — complete with your own hot tub.
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Travel & LeisureFive Incredible New Zealand 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 New Zealand.
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Travel & LeisureQueensland Is Closing Its Borders to All of Greater Sydney from August 1
It comes as the state records two new COVID-19 cases in travellers who returned from Victoria via Sydney.
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Travel & LeisureEvery Train Line Through the Brisbane CBD Has Been Suspended
Buses are being used to transport passengers through the city instead — and delays of up to 60 minutes are expected.
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Food & DrinkTerrigalArc. Est
Order the Corrie Island oysters and a bottle of Australian wine to start your long lunch here.
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Travel & LeisureWe're Giving You the Chance to Live an Unyoked Life with Off-Grid Escapes Every Three Months
Escape the daily grind and head to an Unyoked cabin four times a year for life — without spending a dime.
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Food & DrinkPoint FrederickFrederico's Bar & Eatery - CLOSED
DIY margaritas and bottomless fajita Wednesdays are just the beginning for this fiesta-ready restaurant in the Central Coast.
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Food & DrinkGosfordSouth End Social
Gosford’s go-to brunch spot has yuzu spritzes and souvlaki pitas.
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Travel & LeisureQueensland Is Closing Its Borders to a Third NSW Hotspot in Sydney's West
Sydneysiders who have been to the City of Fairfield, as well as the previously announced Campbelltown and Liverpool hotspots, will no longer be able to enter the Sunshine State.
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Travel & Leisure
We're Giving You the Chance to Live an Unyoked Life with Off-Grid Escapes Every Three Months
Escape the daily grind and head to an Unyoked cabin four times a year for life — without spending a dime.
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Food & DrinkWamberalMalibu - CLOSED
Where milkshake and fries for $10 meets Instagram-worthy salmon bowls.
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Travel & LeisureNashdaleGlamping at Nashdale Lane Wines
A family-run vineyard with its own luxury glamping cabins among the vines.
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Travel & LeisureSurf Stitch Is Giving Away a 14-Day Road Trip Across Australia or New Zealand
The lucky winner will also score a new $1500 wardrobe.
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Travel & LeisureTurondale1949 London Bus
An unconventional stay with an outdoor firepit and sweeping views over the Bathurst region.
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Food & DrinkEttalong BeachBar Toto
Coffee cocktails, antipasti platters and cosy weekend vibes are what you'll find at this Ettalong nook.
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Travel & LeisureTanjaTanja Lagoon Camp
Go paddling around the lake and walk to secluded beaches, then take a moonlit soak in the giant tub.
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Travel & Leisure
A Strict New Border Zone Is Being Introduced Between NSW and Victoria
The state is also restricting the entry of Victorians to NSW to "extremely limited purposes".
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Travel & LeisureEverything 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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Travel & LeisureBeyond 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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Food & DrinkTen 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.