• 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

    A Severe Thunderstorm Warning Has Been Issued for Brisbane So You Might Want to Stay Inside

    Stay safe and dry — we're expecting "damaging winds and large hailstones".

  • Travel & Leisure

    The Great Barrier Reef Is Now Home to Australia's First Underwater Hotel

    Cruise the Whitsundays on a floating pontoon — and sleep below sea level.

  • Travel & Leisure

    The Grampians Is Getting an Epic New 160-Kilometre Multi-Day Walking Trail

    The hiking track will be complete by the end of 2020.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Seven Surprising Reasons to Consider Thredbo for Your Summer Holiday

    Catch a meteor shower from Australia's highest peak, do yoga in a snow gum forest and wander through wildflower-filled meadows.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Melbourne's New Regular Commuter Ferry from Geelong to Docklands Launches Next Week

    With an on-board licensed cafe (for pre-work coffees and post-work wines).

  • Travel & Leisure

    A Snow-Filled Winter Wonderland Has Descended on Singapore's Changi Airport

    Head on a snow walk, visit a festive light show and a join a workshop at a market — all inside the airport.

  • Travel & Leisure

    You Can Snag Yourself a Bargain This Weekend with 30 Percent Off Travel to Tasmania

    Spirit of Tasmania is offering some serious discounts on travel for next year — and right in time for Dark Mofo.

  • Travel & Leisure

    A Severe Thunderstorm Warning Has Been Issued for Sydney So Stay Safe and Dry

    Lots of rain, hail and wind is expected.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Melbourne's Tram Network Is Gearing Up for Another Day of Strikes

    The four-hour, network-wide strike will follow failed negotiations between Yarra Trams and the Rail Tram and Bus Union.

  • Travel & Leisure

    You'll Soon Be Able to Camp, Glamp and Stay in Eco Cabins at Australia Zoo

    'Camp Crocodile Hunter', as the new campground will be called, will is set to open in 2020.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Nutella Is Opening Its Own Chocolate and Hazelnut-Themed Pop-Up Hotel

    Located in Napa Valley, it'll only operate for a weekend — but it'll be filled with Nutella items.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Matthew McConaughey Has Launched a New Off-Grid Unyoked Cabin in NSW for Charity

    The Oscar-winning actor helped design the cabin — and has filled it with all his favourite books, music and bourbon.

  • Travel & Leisure

    You'll Soon Be Able to Zoom Into a Life-Sized Godzilla Statue Via Zipline

    The new Japanese theme park attraction will stretch across 120 metres in length — and it's due to open next year.

  • Travel & Leisure

    A Severe Thunderstorm Warning Has Been Issued for Brisbane So Stay Safe and Dry

    You might want to stay indoors — we're expecting hail.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Element Richmond Is the Pet-Friendly Melbourne Hotel That'll Let Your Pooch Stay In Your Room

    With comfy doggy beds and a pet degustation menu, four-legged guests are treated like royalty.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Qantas Has Just Trialled a Non-Stop Flight from London to Sydney

    After flying direct from New York–Sydney in October, the airline has just trialled its next possible non-stop long-haul route.

  • Travel & Leisure

    A Haze of Bushfire Smoke Is Currently Affecting the Air Quality in Sydney

    Thick smoke from bushfires across New South Wales is currently affecting large parts of the city.

  • Travel & Leisure

    A Haze of Smoke Is Currently Affecting the Air Quality in Brisbane

    Thick smoke from bushfires across Queensland and New South Wales is currently affecting large parts of the city.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Brisbane Commuters Will Receive Four Days of Free Train Travel Over the Next Month

    You'll be able to hop on a train for free on four consecutive Mondays in November and December.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Terindah Estate Winery's Glamping Retreat with Its Own Private Beach Is Back for Summer

    And the decked-out bell tents are a very reasonable $220 a night (or $110 if you split it).

  • Travel & Leisure

    Nine Essential Outdoor Adventures to Have Throughout the Bendigo Region

    Stretch your legs — and your photo-taking expertise — along converted rail trails, through bushland and over pink-tinged peaks.

  • Arts & Entertainment

    Eight Unexpected Places to Stay Around the Bendigo Region's Best Cultural Experiences

    Fill your weekend away with all the exciting sights — from galleries and goldfields to glamping tents to sleep in.

  • Food & Drink

    Five Spring Things to Do for the Week of November 4

    Sip champagne, catch a movie by the harbour and have a boogie at a community festival.

  • Food & Drink

    Five Spring Things to Do for the Week of October 28

    Slurp oysters, drink wine by the harbour and have a boogie at a western Sydney dance party.

  • Travel & Leisure

    A Haze of "Hazardous" Smoke Is Currently Affecting the Air Quality in Sydney

    Thick smoke from bushfires on the north coast and northern NSW is currently affecting large parts of the city.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Melbourne Can Expect Multiple Days of Climate Change Protests This Week

    Thousands of activists are set to protest outside a four-day mining conference at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Sydney Is About to Be Shrouded in Purple Flowers as Jacaranda Season Returns

    If you're a sucker for anything bright and floral, here's where to get a glimpse of the jacaranda trees in full bloom.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Melbourne's Long-Awaited Surf Park Urbnsurf Is Finally Pumping Out Waves

    The two-hectare surf park is set to open this summer.

  • Food & Drink

    Nine Essential Bars and Eateries to Hit in the Bendigo Region

    Plan a weekend escape around sipping craft brews, exploring bustling restaurant hubs and tucking into local produce.

  • Travel & Leisure
    Sutherland

    Wanderers Travel Co

    Improve your travel game with this sleek line of leather travel luggage.

  • Travel & Leisure

    The Hideaway Is Cabarita Beach's New Waterfront Glamping Retreat

    Glamp by the sea and under fairy lights here.

  • Food & Drink

    Five Spring Things to Do for the Week of October 21

    Complete a seaside sculpture trail and watch a movie outdoors.

  • Travel & Leisure

    This Is Where the New Metro West's Seven Sydney Train Stations Will Be Located

    Construction on the high-speed underground train to Parramatta is (finally) set to kick off in 2020.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Lord Howe Island Has Been Named One of the Best Places to Visit in 2020 by Lonely Planet

    The NSW island took out the fifth spot on the annual travel destination list — and Central Asia's Silk Road came out on top.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Seven Summer Festivals Worth the Road Trip

    Round up your mates for an epic adventure to one of these regional food, music and flower festivals.

  • Travel & Leisure

    The First Non-Stop Qantas Flight from New York to Sydney Is Soaring Through the Sky This Weekend

    Testing the route with an aim to roll it out to the public, the Australian carrier will become the first commercial airline to make the massive 19.5-hour flight.

  • Travel & Leisure

    A Severe Thunderstorm Warning Has Been Issued for Brisbane So Stay Indoors

    Stay safe and dry out there — we're expecting lots of hail and wind.

  • Food & Drink

    Five Spring Things to Do for the Week of October 14

    Sip many pink drinks, eat your way around your neighbourhood and catch a global pop act.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Six New Off-the-Grid Unyoked Cabins Have Popped Up Around NSW and Vic

    Summer holiday plans, sorted.

  • Travel & Leisure

    Sydney Has Been Named One of the Top Ten Best Cities in the World

    The NSW capital came in at number ten in Condé Nast Traveler's annual Readers' Choice Awards.

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