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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.

  • News

    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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    Thredbo's 2021 Winter Season Will Include Sunrise Ski Sessions and Feasts Overlooking the Village

    The resort has announced its winter dates for this year — and exactly what snow fans can expect.

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    Face Masks Will Be Mandatory Again in Greater Brisbane for the Next Three Days

    They're coming back into effect with the city's new three-day lockdown, which starts at 5pm on Monday, March 29.

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    The Greater Brisbane Area Is Going Into Another Three-Day Lockdown From 5pm Tonight

    The region will return to the rules in place during January's lockdown — which means that you're only allowed to leave the house for four reasons.

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    Australian States Have Issued New Travel Advice for Anyone Who Has Been in Brisbane Recently

    If you've been in Brisbane and Moreton Bay and you're now elsewhere in the country — or you're planning a trip — you may be required to get tested and/or self-isolate.

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    Howard Smith Wharves Has Opened Its First Pontoon and Will Start Welcoming in Boat Tours

    Eventually, you'll be able to hop onboard at the CBD precinct and zip out to Moreton Bay.

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    Brisbane Residents Are Encouraged to Wear Masks in Crowded Situations This Weekend

    The request comes in response to Brisbane's new local COVID-19 case.

  • News

    Brisbanites Who Visited These Venues Are Asked to Get Tested for COVID-19 and Self-Isolate

    A man from Stafford has tested positive to the coronavirus, and has been out in the community since Friday, March 19.

  • News

    Six Ways to Explore Brisbane When You Don't Want to Blow All Your Savings

    Become a tourist in your own city — without breaking your budget.

  • News

    Five Adventurous Ways to Explore Queensland Without Spending Hours on the Road

    Don't feel like driving? There are plenty of other ways to explore the Sunshine State, from cruises to beautiful nature walks.

  • News

    Virgin Is No Longer Serving Free Snacks to Economy Passengers

    You'll still get complimentary tea, coffee and water — and there's a new menu of food to purchase.

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    You Can Now Add Japan's Super Nintendo Theme Park to Your Post-Pandemic Travel List

    The multi-level site is now open at Universal Studios in Osaka — and so is its 'Mario Kart' ride.

  • News

    Assistance Dogs Australia Needs You to Look After These Fresh New Pups

    The organisation needs responsible dog lovers to look after the pups for just over a year before they go to work as support dogs.

  • News

    A Severe Weather Warning Has Been Issued for Brisbane After a Particularly Rainy 24 Hours

    Almost a month's worth of rain fell on the city from 9am Sunday, March 21 to 9am Monday, March 22.

  • News

    Five Regional Towns to Stop in When Road Tripping from Melbourne to Sydney

    Expect baked goods galore — and spending the night in Australia's most haunted mansion (if you dare).

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    This Year's Tokyo Olympics Will Be Closed to Overseas Spectators

    If you want to watch the postponed event, you'll need to keep your eyes glued to your television.

  • News

    A Quarantine-Free Travel Bubble Between Australia and NZ Looks Closer to Becoming a Reality

    Both NZ Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and Deputy Prime Minister Grant Robertson have said that it could happen soon.

  • News

    Qantas Is Launching New Flights to Norfolk Island If You're Looking to Escape the Mainland

    They'll be running for at least the next three months, flying out of Sydney and Brisbane.

  • News

    Wet Weather Is Sticking Around on Australia's East Coast with Possible Storms and Flooding

    Up to 100 millimetres is expected to hit Sydney on Saturday, while storms are forecast to stretch across southern and central Queensland.

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    The Best Places for Stargazing Around Australia

    From city observatories to outback hideaways, you'll want to look up here.

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    Fyshwick and Surrounds Day and Night Guide

    Forget everything you think you know about Fyshwick — and Canberra, for that matter. The historically industrial precinct is in the grips of a cultural rebirth, not unlike the nation’s capital more generally.

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    Queensland's Camping Restrictions Have Eased Just in Time for the Easter Long Weekend

    There are no longer any restrictions on campsites across the state, which means that more holidaymakers can pitch a tent.

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    You Can Take Part in a Worldwide Easter Egg Hunt on Google Maps Right Now

    Hide virtual eggs, then provide clues to help your friends and family find them.

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