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    You 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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    Queensland Now Requires Anyone Who Has Been to a Sydney Exposure Site to Go Into Quarantine

    The Sunshine State hasn't shut its border to NSW, but it has implemented new rules that apply to anyone heading north.

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    Everything 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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    Impressive 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.

  • News

    New Zealand Is Opening a Travel Bubble with the Cook Islands But It Doesn't Extend to Australia

    Australians can still leave the country for a NZ holiday, but extending the journey to another country afterwards isn't currently permitted.

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    Brisbanites At the International Airport During a Two-Hour Period Must Monitor for Symptoms

    A passenger that's subsequently tested positive to COVID-19 spent time in the site's green zone on Thursday, April 29.

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    Ten Epic Mountains in Australia You Should Hike at Least Once in Your Life

    Climb Kosciuszko, conquer Cradle Mountain and scale Mount Sonder for incredible views over the Aussie ocean, bush and desert.

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    The Queensland Government Is Giving Out 5000 Extra Vouchers to Use on Tropical North Getaways

    This time, the $200 vouchers will be given to travellers already in the region.

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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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    Travel Requirements and Border Rules Are Changing in Response to Perth's COVID-19 Lockdown

    The city has gone into lockdown, so Australia's states have implemented new requirements regarding entry, testing and quarantine.

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    This New Lodge in New Zealand's Southern Alps Comes with Six Cocoon-Like Sleeping Pods

    Cosy up under the stars at this new glamping hideaway on the shores of Lake Hawea.

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    Jetstar Is Launching a Big Sale on Domestic and Trans-Tasman Flights with Fares From $33

    More than 250,000 cheap fares are available, with flights to NZ starting from $175.

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    Six 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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    Seven 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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    Stafford 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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    Queensland Is Giving Out 36,000 Vouchers for Greater Brisbane and Whitsundays Holidays

    You can either take a staycation in the Greater Brisbane region, or add a tourism experience to your already-planned vacation up north.

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    Seven 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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    New 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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    This 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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    Click Frenzy's Massive 2021 Travel Sale Is Kicking Off Tonight

    Bag bargain deals on airfares, holiday packages, accomodation and more — but only for 53 hours.

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    The 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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    Why You Should Consider Canberra for Your Next Romantic Trip Away

    Woo your boo with an itinerary of romantic activities.

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    Australians Can Now Head to New Zealand for a Holiday Without Quarantining On Arrival

    The trans-Tasman bubble is now open — this is what you can expect.

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    Brisbane'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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    Everything 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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    Cali 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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    Face Masks Will No Longer Be Mandatory in Most Situations in Queensland From April 15

    You'll only need to wear them at airports and while flying.

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    Brisbanites Will Be Able to Have 100 People Over to Their House and Dance at Venues From April 15

    Stadiums, theatres and cinemas are going back to 100-percent capacity, too, and you can stand up to eat and drink at bars and pubs.

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    Seeing 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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    You'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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    The 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.

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    Brisbane Has Just Shivered Through Its Coldest Morning of 2021 So Far

    And its coldest morning since September 2020, too.

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    New Zealand Ski Fields Are Preparing to Open for the 2021 Season

    Resorts across the country are starting to roll out plans for the post-coronavirus season. 

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    You Can Now Book a Boozy Beachside Getaway in a Gin-Themed Caravan on the Gold Coast

    Available to book until the end of June, it's the latest collaboration between caravan rental site Camplify and The Botanist Gin.

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    Australians Will Be Able to Travel to New Zealand Without Quarantining From Mid-April

    The trans-Tasman bubble will open at 11.59pm on Sunday, April 18.

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    Face Masks Will Remain Mandatory in Some Situations in Greater Brisbane Until April 15

    Just like after January's lockdown, you'll need to keep wearing them indoors, on public transport, while using taxis and ride share services, and wherever you can't social distance.

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    Greater Brisbane's Lockdown Is Ending Early But New Restrictions Will Be in Place Until April 15

    Dancing is banned again, masks must be worn indoors at venues and you can only gather at home in groups of 30.

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    Gathering and Venue Restrictions Are Being Reintroduced in the Byron Bay Area Over Easter

    New rules are coming into effect in the Byron, Ballina, Tweed and Lismore shires, which may have an impact on this year's Bluesfest.

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    Face Masks Are Now Compulsory Everywhere Throughout Queensland

    Covering up isn't just required in the Greater Brisbane area — it's mandatory across the entire state.

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    Domestic Border Restrictions Are Changing Around Australia Due to Brisbane's New COVID-19 Cluster

    With the Greater Brisbane area going into lockdown, authorities across the rest of the country have been changing their border rules.

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    Seven Outrageously Luxe Things to Do in Sydney When You're in Need of a Treat

    Hop on a seaplane for lunch, soak in a luxury spa tub or sleep in the best bed in the city.

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