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FeatureAn Explorer's Guide to Hong Kong
From verdant, mountainous peaks to secluded, sandy beaches, a different side of the harbour city awaits.
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NewsA 'Strawberry' Full Moon Will Be Visible in Australia's Skies This Week
It's considered a supermoon by some, but not by others — either way, it'll be brightening up Australia's skies on Friday, June 25.
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FeatureA Luxury Guide to Hong Kong
As one of the world's great financial hubs, it's probably no surprise that Hong Kong has long been a playground for the wealthy.
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FeatureAn Art Lover's Guide to Hong Kong
Once best known as one of the world's major financial hubs, the harbour city has now made a name for itself thanks to a booming creative scene.
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NewsThick Fog Is Causing Reduced Visibility and Dangerous Driving Conditions Across Brisbane
The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a road alert warning, with soupy skies descending upon the city.
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FeatureThe Green Scene
Convenience may be king in our busy lives — but it doesn't have to come at an environmental cost.
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GuideYear-Round Pools and Swimming Spots for a Good Dip in Any Season
Pools and swimming spots across Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane for a proper dip whatever the month.
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GuideViews and Lookouts That Handsomely Reward the Effort of the Climb
Lookouts across Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane that make you work for the view.
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GuideUnconventional Outings to Round Up the Crew for Something Different
Hands-on outings across Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne for the group chat that's already bored of brunch and bar-hopping.
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GuideTheatre and Live Performances to Build a Whole Night Out Around
Theatres, cabaret rooms and live-music stages across Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane, from new Australian drama to West End-scale musicals — plus where to eat before curtain.
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GuideSunset Picnic Spots to Stake Out and Claim Early Before the Crowd
Picnic grounds across Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane with room to spread a blanket right as the sky turns pink.
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GuideRoad Trips Just Outside of Town to Fill an Entire Day Out
Nine day trips close enough to squeeze in before dinner, from high tea in a 1904 hydropathic retreat to a solar-powered treetop park in the Otways.
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GuideMarkets Where You Can Do Your Whole Weekly Food Shop in One Go
Nine markets where a full trolley's worth of the week's shopping is just as much the point as the wander.
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GuideLate-Night Cocktail Bars Made for Just One More Round Before Ubers
Twelve bars built for the hour when "one more round" turns into three, spanning a Godfather-themed basement, a moon-lit Shanghai den and a bar that distills its own fernet.
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GuideKid-Friendly Spots Where the Whole Family Will Love Spending Time Together
Nine family-friendly venues where a pig named Kevin Bacon, a cubby house inside a brewery, and gluten-free doughnuts do the heavy lifting of keeping everyone happy.
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GuideJazz Bars to Settle Into and Lose Track of the Whole Night In
Nine jazz bars where the drawcard is world-class acts, great drinks, and a distinct lack of signage.
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NewsBrisbane Just Moved One Step Closer to Hosting the 2032 Olympic Games
All that's left is for the International Olympic Committee to take a vote, which'll happen in mid-July.
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NewsYou Can Now Take a Scenic Stroll Along the Gold Coast's New 700-Metre-Long Seaway Promenade
It's the latest addition to The Spit at Southport.
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NewsSix Places Down Under Have Been Named in the World's Top Ten Most Liveable Cities for 2021
Auckland topped the list, with Adelaide coming in third, Wellington equal fourth, Perth sixth, Melbourne tied for eighth and Brisbane ranking tenth.
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NewsThis 30-Metre-Long Dinosaur Found in Outback Queensland Is Officially Australia's Largest Ever
As long as a basketball court and as tall as a two-storey building, Australotitan cooperensis was first unearthed in 2007 in Cooper Creek.
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NewsParticularly Frosty Weather Is Expected Across Australia's East Coast This Week
If you're feeling a little colder than usual, there's a reason for that.
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NewsThese Melbourne Zoos Are Live-Streaming Their Cute Animals to Help Boost Your Mood
Watch snow leopard cubs, lions, giraffes and penguins as they go about their days.
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FeatureNeighbourhood Guide: Fortitude Valley
From laneways to luxury brands and cultural hubs to cool pubs, Fortitude Valley is one of the liveliest suburbs in Brisbane.
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FeatureNeighbourhood Guide: Coorparoo
Coorparoo has recently seen a surge in popularity thanks to its proximity to the city and affordable housing options.
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FeatureNeighbourhood Guide: Brisbane
Here at Concrete Playground, we love celebrating the local businesses and hidden gems that make Brisbane a great city to live in.
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GuideSeven of the Most Unique Places to Stay on Your Canberra Getaway
Spend your trip to the nation's capital glamping in a vineyard, slumbering near lions and sinking into luxe surrounds in the CBD.
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FeatureNeighbourhood Guide: Paddington and Milton
It’s little wonder that Paddington and Milton remain highly sought-after suburbs.
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FeatureNeighbourhood Guide: Newstead and Bowen Hills
Brisbane’s inner north has long been a covetable area for locals young and old to explore, live in and visit. And none so much as Newstead and Bowen Hills.
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EventThe Puptail Society's Dinner
Thu, 24 Sep and Fri, 25 Sep 2026
Crystalbrook Vincent, Brisbane City
And for the puppy, perhaps some kibble? Perhaps not.
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EventNegroni Month, Brisbane 2026
Tue, 1 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep 2026
Various Brisbane venues, Brisbane
Bars and restaurants across Brisbane are celebrating Negroni Month with special menus, events and twists on the classic cocktail.
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EventArchie Moore: kith and kin
Sat, 27 Sep 2025 - Sun, 18 Oct 2026
GOMA, South Brisbane
This artwork won the 2024 Venice Biennale's Golden Lion — and Australians can see it at home in Brisbane.
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NewsWestern Sydney's $300-Million Indoor Snow Resort Is One Step Closer to Becoming a Reality
The proposed skiing centre is set to include a 300-metre indoor ski slope, an ice skating rink, and a revolving restaurant with snow views.
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NewsThis Is What Australia's Weather Has in Store Once Winter Hits
Like most seasons lately, it's set to be wetter and warmer than usual in many parts of the country.
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NewsAldi Is Trialling Making Its Sales Available Online So You Don't Have to Line Up
In the future, you might be able to hit up its big snow gear sales and other specials without rushing into a store.
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NewsA 'Blood' Supermoon and Total Lunar Eclipse Will Be Visible in Australia This Month
It isn't just the last supermoon of 2021 — it's a total lunar eclipse, too.
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NewsAssistance Dogs Australia Wants You To Name One of Its Super Cute Puppies
It needs to start with the letter B, and have two syllables — so Boaty McBoatface is out.
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NewsAldi's Big Snow Gear Sale Is Back for 2021 So You Can Rug Up During Your Frosty Winter Getaway
Snow jackets start at $39.99 — and you can pick up everything from snow pants and boots to face masks and beanies, too.
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NewsYou Might Soon Be Able to Stay at a New 250-Room Hotel and Resort at Dreamworld
Part of the land next to the Coomera spot has been earmarked for a new $75 million Dreamworld Resort.
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NewsEverything You Need to Know About 2021's Eta Aquarids Meteor Shower
This spectacular starry event only happens once a year — here's how you can get a glimpse.
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NewsImpressive Last-Minute Gifts That'll Make Your Mum's Mother's Day
Here's how to spoil her this year, whether you're somewhere near or somewhere far.
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A 'Pink' Supermoon Will Be Visible in Australia Tonight
Head out to your backyard or balcony and look up.
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GuideSix Epic Experiences That'll Make You Want to Book a Trip to Canberra This Spring
Drink award-winning craft beer, take a glass-blowing class and ride around Lake Burley Griffin.
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NewsSeven Knock Off-Worthy Activities That'll Help Beat the Back-to-Office Blues
Make your own cheese, dance off the work woes and hit up a next-level cocktail festival.
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NewsStafford Skate Centre Is Set to Close After Four Decades of Rolling on the Rink
The popular northside venue has announced that it's hanging up its skates after the building was bought by new owners.
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GuideSeven Unexpected Activities to Try on a Cosy Winter Escape to Canberra
Swap your blanket fort for decadent, truffle-fuelled degustations in the capital.
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NewsNew Zealand's Best Winter Festivals That Will Make You Actually Want to Go Outside
From slopeside music fests in Queenstown to solstice celebrations in Wellington, these events are made for winter getaways.
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NewsThis Alpine-Inspired Winter Pop-Up Is Touring Its Igloos and Ice Skating Rink Around Australia
The Winter Village will return to Melbourne — and head to Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide and Parramatta, too.
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NewsThe Gabba Will Undergo a Huge Redevelopment If Brisbane Hosts the 2032 Olympic Games
The venue will be raised and rebuilt, increasing its capacity to 50,000 and adding a pedestrian plaza that links to the Cross River Rail.
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GuideWhy You Should Consider Canberra for Your Next Romantic Trip Away
Woo your boo with an itinerary of romantic activities.
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NewsBrisbane's New Pet-Friendly BYO Picnic Boats Are Popping Up in Kangaroo Point This Month
Before GoBoat launches in Breakfast Creek, it's popping up at Dockside Marina in the city.
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NewsEverything You Need to Know About 2021's Lyrids Meteor Shower
Head away from the city lights — or even out to your backyard or balcony — and look up.
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NewsCali Beach Club's Cabana-Filled Oceanside Precinct Will Open on a Gold Coast Rooftop in August
It was originally due to launch its two restaurants, four bars, multiple pools, sandy volleyball court and outdoor cinema earlier this year.
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NewsSeeing Eye Dogs Australia Needs You to Look After These Fresh New Pups
The organisation is looking for responsible dog lovers in Victoria and Queensland.
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NewsYou'll Be Able to Hire a Pet-Friendly BYO Picnic Boat to Sail Down the Brisbane River From May
Denmark company GoBoat is bringing its easy-to-operate BYO picnic boats to Breakfast Creek.
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FeatureThe Great Escape
Picture this: you wake up at dawn and stumble just a footsteps to the beach (or into a hot air balloon) to watch the sun rise.
