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    R.M. Williams Is Releasing a Second Run of Its Gold Metallic Boots

    The first run sold out super quick last year — so if you want some glittery R.M.'s, you'll need to be speedy.

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    This New Sydney Map Highlights the City's Least Safe Spots for Women

    The interactive map allows users to anonymously report incidents of street harassment as well as spots that feel safe.

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    The World's First Luxury Space Hotel Is Set to Open in 2022

    It comes with an astronomical price, however — with a 12-day journey starting at a cool US$9.5 million per person.

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    Adidas' New Kicks Are Made From Recycled Ocean Plastic

    Part of the label's latest collaboration with Parley, each pair is made from 11 plastic bottles.

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    Gorman Has Just Dropped a New Range of Raincoats for Very Good (Well-Dressed) Dogs

    The adorable coats — which come in patching patterns for us humans — will help raise funds for Guide Dogs Australia.

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    Melbourne Is One Step Closer to Finally Actually Getting an Airport Rail Link

    The Federal Government today announced that it would put $5 million towards the mammoth project.

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    These Sydney Cafes Will Give You a Free Coffee For Helping Clean Up the Beach

    Fill up a bucket with rubbish from the beach, and you'll score a free brew.

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    McDonald's Has Started Phasing Out Plastic Straws

    The company will trial new biodegradable paper straws in its UK stores as it pushes towards all-recyclable packaging.

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    You Can Play 'Where's Waldo?' on Google Maps Right Now

    Spot everyone's favourite red-and-white jumper fan in the Chilean snowfields, at the beach at Australia's own Surfers Paradise and more.

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    Brisbane's New High-Frequency Public Transport Lines Are Closer to Becoming a Reality

    Brisbane Metro will link existing busway stations, with services running every three minutes during peak periods.

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    Brisbane Is Finally Getting its First COS Store This Year

    The brand's seventh Australian store will be its first in Queensland.

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    Brisbane's Eagle Street Pier to Make Way for New $1.4 Billion Waterfront Precinct

    If it goes ahead, it'll include the building of two new towers, the creation of a traffic-free precinct and the opening up of 1.5 hectares of public and riverfront space.

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    Sydneysiders Can Now Get Wheelchair Accessible Directions from Google Maps

    It's one of six cities now offering accessible public transport route options for people who use wheelchairs or have mobility needs.

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    Australia Is Getting Its First Scooter Taxi Service

    Scooti will launch in Melbourne next month with a fleet of scooters and motorbikes.

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    We're Giving Away Three Sets of Voice-Activated JBL Speakers

    Fill your home with sweet, sweet music without having to lift a finger.

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    Zara Has Finally Launched Its Australian Online Store

    Seven years after opening its first Australian store, the Spanish fashion chain is letting locals shop online.

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    You Can Turn Google Maps Into Mario Kart Right Now

    Everyone's favourite cartoon plumber will help you get to your destination to celebrate MAR10 Day.

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    Flying Cars Are a Thing You Can Buy Now

    A Dutch company has made the world's first commercially available car-aircraft.

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    Lego Is Introducing a Set of Sustainable Pieces Made From Plant-Based Plastic

    The materials will be sourced from sugarcane, with the toys hitting shelves by the end of this year.

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    Netherlands Supermarket Ekoplaza Has Launched a World-First Plastic-Free Aisle

    The aisle offers shoppers over 700 plastic-free items.

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    New App Melbourne Dreaming Helps You Discover the City's Indigenous History

    The Melbourne Dreaming app lets you customise self-guided tours around the city's key indigenous sites.

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    You Might Soon Be Able to Check-In to International Flights Using Your Face and Fingerprints

    Sydney Airport is trialling biometric testing — meaning you'll only have to flash your passport once.

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    Collingwood's Stomping Ground Brewery Co. Is Going Solar-Powered

    It'll generate enough energy to power 20 homes each year.

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    Queensland Now Has a State-Wide 'Electric Super Highway'

    Electric car owners can now drive from the Gold Coast and Cairns — and charge up for free.

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    Melbourne Might Soon Be Home to the World's Most Sustainable Shopping Centre

    It will include a 2000-square-metre rooftop farm and restaurant, designed by eco-warrior Joost Bakker.

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    Melbourne City Council Is Pushing Back on Apple's Proposed Fed Square Store

    Having received 800 complaints, it's calling on the Government to ditch Apple's current store design and start again.

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    Louis Vuitton's Time Capsule Exhibition Is Coming to Melbourne

    Chadstone, the country's biggest shopping centre, has been named as the exclusive Australian stop for the travelling exhibition.

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    Australian Venues Are Phasing Out Plastic Straws

    Next time you’re out and about, consider partying without the plastic.

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    Indian Ride-Share Company Ola Is Preparing For an Australian Launch

    The fast-growing company already hosts over a billion rides each year and it's got its sights set next on Sydney, Melbourne and Perth.

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    NSW's Harris Farm Markets No Longer Stocks Plastic Bags at the Checkout

    Woolworths and Coles are expected to follow suit by the end of the year.

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    Barangaroo Has Been Shortlisted for a Prestigious Design Award

    The awards celebrate outstanding design, planning and construction of tall buildings.

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    Amazon Is About to Open Its First Futuristic Checkout-Free Grocery Store

    The Seattle store has no queues, registers or checkouts — customers choose what they want and are charged accordingly.

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    The Government Has Launched a People-Powered Plan to Help Save the Great Barrier Reef

    A $2 million challenge to find ways to help protect and rejuvenate the world's largest coral reef system.

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    Adidas Has Created Sneakers Inspired by Berlin's Subway System

    The limited-edition shoes also feature a ticket for free subway travel for the rest of the year.

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    Australia Is Getting an Adults-Only Pop-Up Bar Made Completely Out of Lego

    Combine nostalgia and creativity with alcohol at this new concept bar opening in four cities.

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    The UK Is Considering a 'Latte Levy' on Disposable Coffee Cups

    As part of a bid to reduce waste and encourage caffeine fiends to switch to reusable containers, customers would be charged an extra 25 pence per coffee.

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    This Tiny Apartment Converts Concrete Piping Into a Compact House

    Made out of a former stormwater drain, it could be used in narrow spaces — and even on top of existing buildings.

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    This Aussie-Made Facial Recognition System Is Being Used to Take Coffee Orders Across the Country

    Technology designed by a Sydney cafe owner is helping pull Aussie cafes into the future.

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    This Budding Aussie Fashion Label Is Turning Water Bottles into Outdoor Apparel

    Eleven plastic bottles are recycled in each pair of leggings.

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    Melbourne Will Be Home to the First Apple Global Flagship Store in the Southern Hemisphere

    One of Federation Square's buildings will be knocked down to make way for it.

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