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    Melbourne's Long-Awaited Surf Park Urbnsurf Is Finally Pumping Out Waves

    The two-hectare surf park is set to open this summer.

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    Which Degrees to Study If You Want to Make a Difference in the World

    You could complain about everything that's wrong in the world — or you could go out and fix it.

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    The Hideaway Is Cabarita Beach's New Waterfront Glamping Retreat

    Glamp by the sea and under fairy lights here.

  • News

    Lord Howe Island Has Been Named One of the Best Places to Visit in 2020 by Lonely Planet

    The NSW island took out the fifth spot on the annual travel destination list — and Central Asia's Silk Road came out on top.

  • Guide

    Seven Summer Festivals Worth the Road Trip

    Round up your mates for an epic adventure to one of these regional food, music and flower festivals.

Latest Guides
  • Guide

    Seven Ways to Celebrate Melbourne Cup in Brisbane to Suit Your Party Style

    Set your work emails to 'out of office', pick out your best outfit and get ready to enjoy bottomless bubbles.

  • News

    The First Non-Stop Qantas Flight from New York to Sydney Is Soaring Through the Sky This Weekend

    Testing the route with an aim to roll it out to the public, the Australian carrier will become the first commercial airline to make the massive 19.5-hour flight.

  • News

    A Severe Thunderstorm Warning Has Been Issued for Brisbane So Stay Indoors

    Stay safe and dry out there — we're expecting lots of hail and wind.

  • News

    Holey Moley Is Opening Its Second Brisbane Mini-Golf Bar in the CBD

    Come next month, you'll be tap, tap, tapping around a 'Ferris Bueller's Day Off'-inspired hole and one in a room filled with flying cash.

  • News

    Australia Is Now Home to the World's First Whale Heritage Site

    Queensland's renowned whale-watching spot, Hervey Bay, has earned the honours.

  • News

    Stylish US Chain Ace Hotel Is Opening Its First Australian Outpost in Sydney

    The 18-storey development will feature 264 rooms, a ground-floor lobby bar, and rooftop bar and restaurant.

Latest Places
  • Restaurant

    Aunty

    11 Wandoo Street , Fortitude Valley

    The menu showcases modern Asian cuisine that is rooted in traditional techniques, with a wood-fire grill at the heart of the kitchen.

  • Restaurant

    The French Exit

    169 Mary Street, Brisbane City

    A dimly lit, romantic and inviting space, classic French dishes and a standout wine list go a long way to making you forget you just strolled off the street in Brissy.

  • Restaurant

    Cibaria Noosa

    Elysium Resort Noosa, 14-16 Hastings St, Noosa Heads

    Handmade pasta and coastal Italian flavours take centre stage at this relaxed all-day trattoria and bar on Hastings Street.

  • Cafe

    CLUBHOUSE

    1279 Sandgate Road, Nundah

    A neighbourhood institute for its no fluff or filler approach to specialty coffee, Clubhouse is a haven for Brisbanites who know their caffeine.

  • Restaurant

    Birria Boy Taqueria

    617 Stanley Street, Woolloongabba

    Don't delay in getting a taste of these tacos, as this pop-up is only sticking around for a few months.

  • Restaurant

    Meltemi Mediterrania

    17 Albert Ave, Broachbeach, Gold Coast

    This new diner brings the bold and diverse flavours of countries from Spain to Morocco and Sardinia to Lebanon all the way to the Gold Coast.

  • Restaurant

    TABOO

    20 Constance Street, Fortitude Valley

    The monochrome pale-green, oasis, is set to become an all-day drinking and dining destination.

  • Restaurant

    Grand View Hotel

    49 North Street, Cleveland

    The Grand View Hotel, overlooking North Stradbroke Island, enters a new era following a major refresh and upgrade.

  • Restaurant

    Marlowe Restaurant

    105 Melbourne Street, South Brisbane

    This elegant Modern Australian bistro by the crew behind Central and Southside is set across nine rooms of a heritage-listed apartment building on Fish Lane.

  • Restaurant

    Bar Monte

    17 Longland Street, Newstead

    The Gold Coast fave has made the move to Newstead, bringing with it punchy Italian flavours and a wine list curated by one of the world's best sommeliers.

  • News

    Sydney's Newest Luxury Eco-Retreat Is Located Right in the Middle of Taronga Zoo

    The 62 rooms are not only be located among the zoo's animals, but have epic views over the zoo and Sydney Harbour.

  • News

    Melbourne's Long-Awaited Surf Park Urbnsurf Is Finally Filled with Water

    The two-hectare surf park will start pumping out waves in the coming weeks.

  • News

    Queensland's Mon Repos Turtle Centre Is Set to Reopen After a $22 Million Redevelopment

    It's relaunching just in time for this year's turtle season.

  • News

    One of Australia's Most Beautiful Beaches Has Been Washed Away

    Coastal erosion has seen Stockton Beach gradually lose its coveted patch of sand over the last decade — but a recent storm has closed the beach almost entirely.

  • News

    A 'Ghostbusters'-Inspired Escape Room Is Coming to Australia

    Navigate the life-sized maze, capture ghosts and dodge slime to win prizes and avoid being slimed.

  • News

    The ACT Has Just Legalised Cannabis for Personal Use

    The new laws, which will come into effect in January 2020, allow adults to possess up to 50 grams of cannabis and grow two plants.

Latest Events
  • News

    Southeast Queensland Is Set to Score a Spectacular New Cliffside Climbing Track

    Coming to Binna Burra Lodge, it'll use steel cables, fixed metal rungs, bridges and ladders to let climbers of all skill levels scale the cliff-face.

  • News

    You Can Spend a Night at Downton Abbey Thanks to Airbnb

    Highclere Castle, the English country house where the series was filmed, will welcome two guests for a one-night stay.

  • News

    Brisbane, You're Up: Guide Dogs Queensland Need 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 guide dogs.

  • News

    Six New Zealand Luxury Experiences to Plan If You Have Cash to Splash

    From fancy retreats to helicopter tours, here are the best New Zealand experiences to book when you want to treat yourself.

  • News

    The Big Lollipop Is Australia's Latest Oversized Tourist Attraction

    It's also the world's largest freestanding lollipop, and it's located outside a candy store.

  • News

    Puzzle Post Is Australia's First Jigsaw Puzzle Subscription Service

    Get food, Disney and cat puzzles delivered to your door each month.

  • Guide

    Four Outdoor Events Happening This Spring to Help You Emerge from Your Winter Hibernation

    As the weather starts to thaw, make the most of the sunshine with live music, blossoming flowers and art around Brisbane.

  • News

    The Best Places to See Wildflowers Around Australia This Spring

    Spot colourful blossoms in the wild while hiking through alpine meadows or picnicking in wattle fields.

  • News

    Qantas Will Run Trial Flights Direct From the East Coast to New York and London By the End of 2019

    The aim is to start running non-stop commercial flights from Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane by 2022.

  • Future-Proofed

    A guide to acing your career.

  • Guide

    Ten Weird and Wonderful Festivals to Track Down Around Australia

    Plan your next holiday around one of these out-there festivals with naked frisbee contests, beer-can boats, synchronised Nutbush dances and a surprising amount of ABBA.

  • News

    Neuron Mobility's Orange-Hued Electric Scooters Have Hit Brisbane's Streets

    The Singapore-based company has joined Lime, sending out 200 two-wheeled vehicles into the CBD, New Farm and South Brisbane.

  • Guide

    Five Cheap Food and Bev Pairings to Hit Up This Week

    Where to go in Brisbane if you're on the hunt for drink and feed that won't hurt the ol' hip pocket.

  • News

    Click Frenzy's Huge Travel Sale Is Kicking Off Tonight

    Bag bargain deals on airfares, holiday packages, cruises, accomodation and more — but only for 29 hours.

  • News

    Brisbane City Council Is Asking for Your Thoughts on Brisbane's New 45-Hectare Public Park

    It'll be Brisbane's biggest new park in 50 years — and you can submit your ideas.

  • News

    Google Maps' New Augmented Reality Feature Will Literally Point You in the Right Direction

    Now rolling out on iOS and Android phones, the beta feature deploys arrows and directions over street view images.

  • Guide

    The Best Things to Do for the 2019 Ekka Holiday

    From Ekka eve blowouts to the show itself, there's many a way to make the most of the public holiday.

  • News

    The Great Barrier Reef Is Set to Score Its First Underwater Hotel

    Sleep below sea level on a floating pontoon, with floor-to-ceiling views of the reef through your window.

  • News

    Eight Careers to Consider Based on Your Favourite TV Shows

    It's more than fine to use Jake Peralta as a career role model – we promise.

  • News

    Seven Degrees to Consider Based on Your Favourite Podcasts

    Turn your podcast passion into a profession.

  • Guide

    The Best (and Most Colourful) Flower Festivals Happening Around Australia

    Pack the Zyrtec and get ready to frolic through glorious fields of tulips and cherry blossom trees.

  • News

    You Can Cop Mega Fines for Using Your Mobile Phone to Pay at a Drive-Thru

    It recently came to light thanks to a Victoria Police Facebook post — and people are not too happy about it.

  • News

    Environmental Protesters Are Expected to Shut Down Brisbane's CBD This Morning

    The Extinction Rebellion Australia protest will disrupt peak-hour traffic and could continue until after lunch.

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