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    Wander along the river, climb a mountain, amble through bushland and trek over a bridge — all just a stone's throw from the CBD — at these walking and running tracks in Brisbane.

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    Here's what's been catching our attention, including a new motel on Tamborine Mountain, a dumpling bar in the CBD and a spot for brews on the Sunshine Coast.

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    The Best Things to Do in Brisbane This November

    A pride parade floating down the river, 'Round the Twist' onstage, plenty of Christmas markets: they're all on the agenda in and around Brisbane in November.

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    Ten Next-Level Australian Stays with Outdoor Baths for the Ultimate Relax and Rewind Getaway

    Whether you fancy relaxing in a private Japanese bathhouse, a rustic metal tub perched on a farm's timber deck, or a spa-bath in a mountain cave — we've got you covered.

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    Vacation Like the Ghost with the Most: Airbnb Is Letting You Visit (and Haunt) the 'Beetlejuice' House

    It's showtime at the accommodation-sharing platform's latest pop culture-themed listing, complete with a portal to the afterlife.

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    Coming Soon: A New 80s-Inspired Boutique Motel Is Opening on Tamborine Mountain in Queensland's Scenic Rim

    Featuring 23 rooms, plus a heated mineral pool and spa, this new spot to stay in leafy surroundings is opening in December 2024.

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    The Four Parks in Brisbane Where You Can BYO Drinks

    Grab an esky, pack a picnic basket and go soak up the sun in these BYO-friendly Brisbane parks.

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    The Best Things to Do in Brisbane This Weekend

    Spend your weekend stripping off on the Story Bridge, dancing your way through Valley Fiesta and getting spooky at a Halloween market.

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    The Ten Best Summery Day Trips Out of Brisbane

    Take advantage of the warm weather — beaches, waterfalls, rainforests and baby turtles are just a stone's throw away.

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    Discover Longreach: A Guide to Queensland's Outback Oasis

    Uncover the rich history, vibrant art and rugged beauty of this quintessential outback town.

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    The Eight Best Outdoor Swimming Pools in Brisbane

    Brisbane might not be a beach city, but there's always an oasis nearby beckoning you to leave work early for a splash.

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    Book That Annual Leave: Virgin Has Dropped One Million-Plus Discounted International and Domestic Fares From $49

    Keen for a Tokyo, Bali, Fiji, Whitsundays, Hamilton Island, Darwin or Hobart getaway? You've got seven days to nab cheap flights.

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    Six Scenic Hiking Trails You Can Enjoy Within 50 Kilometres of Brisbane

    Climb a mountain, go looking for koalas or wander around a lake at these Queensland hiking trails.

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    Brisbane's New Metro Public Transport Service Has Hit the Road Between Eight Mile Plains and UQ

    As a preview of what's to come, Brisbanites can now take the Brisbane Metro to travel from Eight Mile Plains and UQ Lakes on the 169 bus route.

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    Five Romantic Brisbane Date Ideas for This Week From Budget to Blowout

    This week, you and your plus one can get into the Halloween spirit, party in the street, then sip all of the wine and sample all of the cheese.

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    Jetstar's Latest Two-Day Member-Only Sale Has 26,000 Flights on Offer with Prices From $26

    This bargain will get you from Sydney to the Sunshine Coast, Melbourne to the Gold Coast and Brisbane to Hobart — or you can head from Brisbane to the Whitsunday Coast from $49.

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    The Best Things to Do in Brisbane This Week

    This week, you can feast your way along a cheese alley, celebrate the silver screen at BIFF and head to Dylan Alcott's accessible music fest.

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    Nine Waterside Picnic Spots in and Around Brisbane That You Might Not Have Visited

    Fill a basket with tasty treats and head to a hidden beach, suburban lagoon or scenic lake.

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    Coming Soon: Acclaimed Brisbane Hotel The Calile Is Expanding to Noosa with a Luxe New Resort

    First announced in 2022, final plans for 2.4-hectare site with 153 rooms, 29 suites and four villas have now been approved by Noosa Shire Council.

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    The Five Best Waterfalls Near Brisbane That You Can Swim Under

    Don't stick to the rivers and lakes that you're used to — go swim under some waterfalls just a short drive from Brisbane's city centre.

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    The Ten Best Beach Camping Spots in Australia

    Wake up to the sound of waves at these incredible beachside campsites across Australia.

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    Look Up, Again: The Brightest Supermoon of 2024 Will Be Visible in Australia's Skies Tonight

    For the third month in a row, the moon is putting on a show — and you'll want to head outside to see it.

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    The Spookiest Events Happening in Brisbane to Celebrate Halloween

    From eerie shipping containers and scary movies to onstage witches and trick-or-treat trails, here's where to get into the Halloween spirit in Brisbane.

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    The Best Things to Do On, By and Near the Water in Brisbane

    From visiting overwater bars to sailing a picnic boat along the river, there are plenty of ways to enjoy our River City in spring and summer.

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    The Rainy-Day Guide to Brisbane

    When the weather turns wet, here's where to find bars with games, cosy cafes, indoor classes to try and nice dry galleries to shelter in.

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    New Boutique Heritage Hotel Collection Launches in Sydney and Brisbane

    Ode Hotels is a new hotel group promises to deliver "something beyond the ordinary" to its guests.

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    Little Stanley Street's Two-Day Halloween Party Is Back for 2024 with Themed Cocktails and Free Outdoor Movies

    This year's South Bank setup also includes themed markets, themed dining experiences, a ghost train and roving entertainers.

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    The Best Caves to Visit Near Brisbane and Beyond

    Crawl out of your living room cave and into these awe-inspiring ones.

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    Five Epic Mountain Walks to Try Near Brisbane

    These scenic hikes not far from Brisbane will have you feeling like you're on top of the world.

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    How to Spend a Day in Sydney, If You Love Japan

    Start at the Hiroshi Sugimoto exhibition at MCA and end with karaoke and arcade games.

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    The Five Best Snorkelling Spots Near Brisbane

    Swim with dolphins, spot shipwrecks, and peek into the underwater lives of starfish, sea anemones and more at these Queensland snorkelling spots.

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    Eight Unexpected Natural Wonders to Visit Around Victoria

    Start plotting breath-taking adventures around this lineup of must-see Victorian landmarks.

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    Qantas Has Your Next Australian Getaway Sorted with One Million-Plus Discounted Fares on Sale From $109

    You've got seven days to nab cheap flights to Byron Bay, Cairns, Launceston, Kangaroo Island, Hamilton Island, Uluru and more.

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    You Can Pay Tribute to Prince by Booking a Stay in the House From 'Purple Rain' Via Airbnb

    Four decades since the iconic film hit cinemas, the newly restored abode includes pieces from Prince's own collection — and a secret room.

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    From Idyllic Villas to Overwater Resorts: A Luxury Traveller's Guide to Fiji

    You deserve to put your feet up in one of the best places possible, so why not one of these tropical island resorts?

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    The Five Best Rivers for Swimming in Near Brisbane

    Skip the surf and overcrowded sands of Queensland's beaches in favour of floating upstream at these nearby rivers.

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    Just Like the Brisbane Lions in the Grand Final, South Bank's AFL Live Viewing Site Is Back for a Second Year

    This year, you can watch the year's biggest AFL game on the big screen at either the South Bank Cultural Forecourt or while enjoying a splash at Streets Beach.

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    Howard Smith Wharves Has Announced Huge Redevelopment Plans, Adding a New Overwater Pool, Hotel and Music Hall

    The riverside precinct's ambitious transformation proposal aims to grown the already-popular site — but it still needs development approval.

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    Twelve 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 lie just off the coast of Australia.

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    The Best Outdoor Events to Head to in and Around Brisbane This Spring and Summer

    'Tis the season to embrace fresh air, sunny skies and a jam-packed calendar of outside events.

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    The Best Picnic Spots in Brisbane

    Wait till the weather is just right, fill your esky with cold drinks and an oversupply of snacks, then get picnicking.

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    The World's Best 50 Hotels Has Named The Calile in Brisbane as Oceania and Australia's Top Spot for the Second Year in a Row

    Two Australian hotels made the prestigious list in its second year, with The Tasman in Hobart also earning some love.

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