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    Brisbane's Mask Rules Are Easing Again So You Can Uncover Your Face While Sitting Down

    In the third change in two weeks, Brisbanites no longer need to keep their masks on when they're sitting in public venues.

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    Brisbane's COVID-19 Restrictions Are Relaxing Again After a Week of Low Cases

    At-home gatherings are going back up to 100 people, there's no limit on numbers outdoors and venue density caps are easing — again.

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    Museum of Brisbane's New Boat Tours Will Take You Sailing Through the City's History

    Hit the water from the City Botanic Gardens to spend three hours floating past historic landmarks.

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    You Could Win $1 Million for Getting Vaccinated Thanks to This New Australian Competition

    Daily prizes are also being given away as part of the new Million Dollar Vax promotion, from a total prize pool of $4.1 million.

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    Qantas Will Resume International Flights To and From Australia Next Month

    The airline will restart flights to Los Angeles and London when Australia's international borders will reopen in mid-November.

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    International Travel Will Restart for Vaccinated Aussies on a State-By-State Basis From November

    When 80 percent of eligible residents in a state or territory have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19, that state or territory will be permitted to recommence international travel.

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    All Queensland Health Vaccination Clinics Are Now Doing Walk-In COVID-19 Jabs Every Day

    Brisbanites no longer need appointments to get vaxxed at any vaccination clinic across the state.

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    Sprawling Scenic Rim Winery The Overflow 1895 Is Opening Five Lakeside Eco-Cabins This Summer

    Eco-pod company Wander is setting up one- and two-bedroom Wander Pods on the shores of Lake Wyaralong.

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    Brisbane's Gathering and Event Restrictions Are Tightening Again in Response to New COVID-19 Cases

    Rules covering having people over to your house, gathering outdoors and event capacities are changing for the next two weeks.

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    Carindale Shopping Centre and Portside Wharf Have Joined Brisbane's Growing List of Exposure Sites

    New local cases visited the two busy spots, alongside venues in Camp Hill, Cannon Hill, Spring Hill, South Brisbane and the CBD.

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    Preview: Australia's First Ever Ace Hotel Looks Predictably Sleek as Hell

    Take a sneak peek inside the first Ace Hotel to grace Australian shores.

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    Qantas Might Start Flying Direct From Darwin to London When International Travel Resumes

    Due to Western Australia's strict border rules, the airline won't resume its direct Perth-to-London route until at least April 2022; however, it's looking to depart from the Northern Territory instead.

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    Masks Are Required Again Indoors and Outdoors in Brisbane and Moreton Bay Due to New Local Cases

    The mask rules last changed just days ago, but now they've been amended again — so you'll need to mask up while sitting for the next two weeks.

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    This Interactive Map Shows COVID-19 Case Alerts for Queensland Venues

    The map lets Brisbanites see which venues are linked to positive COVID-19 cases — and the action required if you visited them.

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    Qantas and Jetstar Will Increase Domestic Flights From Late October as NSW and Victoria Reopen

    Travel between New South Wales and Victoria will resume on Friday, November 5, while flights within regional NSW will ramp up from Monday, October 25.

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    Fifty Percent of Eligible Australians Are Now Fully Vaccinated Against COVID-19

    More than 26 million jabs have been given so far, and almost 75 percent of eligible population has received their first dose.

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    Southeast Queensland's Mask Rules Are Changing to Let You Take Off Your Mask While Sitting Down

    If you’re seated at a pub, bar, restaurant, cinema or theatre, you can start flashing your smile again.

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    The Federal Government Aims to Open Australia's International Borders "By Christmas at the Latest"

    "It's another reason why everyone should get vaccinated," said Minister for Trade, Tourism and Investment Dan Tehan.

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    Brisbane's Pet-Friendly BYO Picnic Boats Have Started Sailing From Breakfast Creek 

    You, your mates and your dog can now hop on the easy-to-operate boats in two locations.

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    These Four Queensland Health Vaccination Hubs Are Now Doing Walk-In COVID-19 Jabs Every Day

    Brisbanites no longer need appointments to get vaccinated at Boondall, Kippa Ring, Caboolture Square and Doomben Racecourse.

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    Melbourne Just Got Hit By an Actual Earthquake

    The shakes lasted about 20 seconds, which proved pretty exciting stuff for this particular writer who hadn't even had their morning coffee yet.

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    World Heritage-Listed Island K'gari Is Officially Reclaiming Its Original Indigenous Name

    The world's largest sand island will no longer be known as Fraser Island.

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    These New Queensland Travel Vouchers Will Give You $250 for Tours in the State's Tropical North

    There are 8000 up for grabs between now and April 2022, as long as you spend more than $1000 on your trip.

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    The Moderna Vaccine Is Being Rolled Out Via Australian Pharmacies From This Week

    Three COVID-19 vaccinations, from AstraZeneca, Pfizer and now Moderna, are now available in Australia.

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    The NT Government Is Giving Fully Vaxxed Aussies $1000 Discounts on Trips to the Territory

    Tourism NT is the first Australian tourism body to offer a vaccine incentive, with the special applying to flights, accommodation, tours and attractions, and vehicle hire.

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    Australia and New Zealand's Trans-Tasman Bubble Will Remain Suspended for Another Eight Weeks

    The pause first started back in July, and will now remain in place until at least mid-November.

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    Queensland Health's Vaccination Hubs Are Doing Walk-In Pfizer Jabs All Weekend

    Still need to get vaxxed? Everyone aged 12 and over can simply walk in to get the Pfizer jab on Saturday, September 18 and Sunday, September 19.

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    Taronga Zoo Has Just Welcomed Five African Lion Cubs and It's Live-Streaming Them 24/7

    For the first time in more than 18 years, lion cubs have been born at Taronga Zoo Sydney — and you can spend your day watching them.

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    Australia Is Implementing a New Digital Passenger Declaration When International Travel Resumes

    The new digital pass will replace physical incoming passenger cards, and will also capture your vaccination status.

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    The World's Largest Inflatable Theme Park for Adults Is Coming Back to Brisbane

    Let your inner child run free in the 1500-square-metre bouncy castle, the inflatable obstacle course and the space-themed wonderland.

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    Southeast Queensland Is Keeping Its Existing Gathering and Venue Rules for Two More Weeks

    For the next fortnight, the current rules around having people over and heading out of the house will remain in effect.

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    Southeast Queensland's Current Mask Rules Will Remain in Place for Another Fortnight

    Until at least 4pm on Friday, September 24, masks will still be required indoors in public — and in a number of other situations when you leave your own house.

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    Brisbanites Who Visited Garden City Shopping Centre May Need to Get Tested and Self-Isolate

    Brisbane's latest lockdown has ended, but new venues keep being added to the exposure site list.

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    Melbourne Zoo Is Live-Streaming Its Adorable Family of Small-Clawed Otters 24/7 Again

    Spend your day watching otters sleep, wrestle and play as part of the venue's 'Animals at Home' portal.

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    Marriott Is Giving Away Hotel Stays in Australia, NZ, Fiji and New Caledonia to Fully Vaxxed Aussies

    If you've had both COVID-19 jabs, you can go in the running to win a one-night stay at 28 Marriott Bonvoy hotels and resorts.

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    All the Ways Local Businesses Are Encouraging Australians to Get Out and Get Vaccinated

    Free beers, jeans and flights are just a few of the ways businesses are rewarding those that get their jabs.

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    Here's How You Can Keep an Eye on Australia's National and Statewide Vaccination Rates

    Wondering how many people have had the jab in your state or territory, and nationwide? Here's where you can find all the details.

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    Cali Beach Club's Cabana-Filled Oceanside Precinct Is Opening on a Gold Coast Rooftop This Month

    Sprawling across a 5000-square-metre space, it includes four pools, two restaurants and multiple bars — and a rooftop cinema.

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    Virgin Has Launched a Five-Day Sale with Over a Million Flights Starting From $49

    Fares for 70 routes are now on sale — and you can travel until June 2022.

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    The 'Nine Perfect Strangers' Retreat Is on Airbnb If You're Looking for a Future Byron Bay Getaway

    Looking for somewhere lavish to stay when border restrictions and lockdowns end? This ten-bedroom luxury estate awaits.

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    Virgin Is Giving Away Over $150,000 in Free Flights and Frequent Flyer Points to Vaxxed Australians

    Velocity members who've had both their jabs can enter to win prizes — including lounge memberships and Virgin Australia PJs.

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    The 2021 AFL Grand Final Is Officially Moving to Perth's Optus Stadium

    For the second year in a row, the AFL's biggest game of the season will be held outside of Victoria.

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