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    The Ten Best Outdoor Haunts in Sydney's Lower North Shore

    This is where you'll find the best outdoor spots on the lower north shore — whether you're after sparkling harbour, quality park hangs or even some glamping at the zoo.

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    The Ten Best Ways To Get Fit On Sydney's Lower North Shore

    Turn your gym session into something a little more scenic.

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    A Guide to the Lower North Shore

    If you're after a truly breathtaking view of Sydney Harbour, cross the Harbour Bridge and spend some time on the lower north shore.

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    Stradbroke Island Now Has a Permanent Beachfront Glampground

    Ten luxe tens have been permanently pitched at the north island's Adder Rock.

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    Madrid's Massive New Cactus Garden Is a Succulent-Lover's Dream

    Featuring more than 400 xerophytic species across 16,000 square metres.

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    Brisbane's Getting Another Round of Free Bus Travel

    The RTBU's campaign for safer buses, a fair wage increase and modern rostering practices continues.

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    Seven Ways to Stay Fit in Wellington This Winter

    Weather aside, it's important to keep your body alive and well.

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    We're Giving Away a Trip to the Snowy Mountains for Two

    Two lucky ducks will be sent to the snow for a weekend of partying at Snowtunes.

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    A Hot Tub Amusement Park Popped Up in Japan

    Complete with an onsen merry-go-round, hot tub-themed rollercoaster that spurts bubbles and foam dance parties.

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    The World's Longest Suspension Bridge Has Opened in the Swiss Alps

    The 494-metre-long pedestrian bridge reaches heights of 2200 metres above sea level.

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    Five After-Work Activities to Try with Your Mates

    Next time you clock off work, head for one of these little adventures in your city.

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    The Top Outdoor Adventures to Discover in Whistler

    Make those ski dreams a reality, and head into the great Canadian outdoors.

  • Gallery: National Geographic's 2017 Travel Photographer of the Year Winners

    Take a wander through some of the world's most incomprehensibly stunning moments — starting with an erupting volcano hit by a lightning bolt.

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    This Hidden Wildflower Garden Just Out of Sydney Opens Six Weekends a Year

    This August, take the rare chance to peek inside the usually closed Muogamarra Nature Reserve.

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    Smoking in Outdoor Dining Areas Has Been Banned in Victoria

    Stubbing out is now on the menu at restaurants, cafes and licensed premises, as well as food festivals.

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    Five Places for Winter Camping Between Brisbane and Melbourne

    The best campsites from Brisbane to Sydney to Melbourne for fires, wine tasting and most importantly, doggos.

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    The UK's Insanely Popular Bingo Rave Is Coming Back to Australia

    Another chance to yell "bingo" and wait for the drop.

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    Sydney Just Had One of Its Hottest Winter Days on Record

    It hit 26.5 degrees to make it the warmest July day ever.

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    This House-Sharing Service Is Like the Airbnb for Architecture Lovers

    PlansMatter only lists "places that have architectural intention and a story to tell."

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    Meet Sydney's New Same-Day Gift Delivery Service, LVLY

    Bringing flowers, chocolates, beer and espresso martinis straight to your door.

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    NSW's Central West Is Getting a New Pop-Up Glamping Retreat

    Soak up the splendour and serenity of Lake Lyell.

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    Italy Just Launched Nationwide Free Wifi

    Sign in once, hop online across the entire country.

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    Five Ways to Escape the Chill in Your City this Winter

    Eating, drinking and luxuriating in steamy pools — winter has never looked so good.

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    The Best Places for Stargazing In and Around Sydney

    From city observatories to experts-only spots off the beaten path to historical hideaways, you'll want to look up here.

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    Brisbane's Bus Drivers Are Going on Strike — and Giving Everyone Free Rides

    It's part of the RTBU's continuing campaign for safer buses, a fair wage increase and modern rostering practices.

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    We're Giving Away the Chance to Create Your Very Own Winter Escape

    Win $1000 to beat the cold with your ideal winter getaway.

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    Helicopter Glamping Is Your Next Bucket List-Worthy Travel Experience

    The decommissioned Royal Navy chopper features a lounge where the cockpit used to be.

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    You Can Now Take a Dip In a Parisian Canal

    It's the first time one of the city's waterways has been opened for swimming in nearly a century.

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    The Best Things to Do in Wellington, Sans Other People

    From sea gazing to exercising — doing things by yourself can be deliciously freeing.

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    The Seven Best One-Day Hikes Near Auckland

    Swap the pavement for coastal bush, ancient volcanoes and island sanctuaries.

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    Five After-Dark Activities To Do With Your Mates This Month

    Noodle markets, night kayaking, karaoke and more — there's plenty to do in the eve this July in Brissie.

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    Muji to Open Its First Hotels

    You'll soon be able to stay in the Japanese home goods giant's sites in China and Japan.

  • Guide

    Eight of the Best Hotel Restaurants in Auckland

    If you sink too deep into a food coma there's always a room upstairs.

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    The Ten Best Yoga Studios in Sydney

    These light-filled studios will help you master your yoga, from vinyasa through to savasana and post-practice cups of tea.

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    The Ten Best Yoga Studios in Melbourne

    These light-filled studios will help you master your yoga, from vinyasa through to savasana and post-practice cups of tea.

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    London's New Urban Zip Line Lets You Fly Across the City at 80 Kilometres per Hour

    The city zip line — which is apparently the fastest in the world — will be set up in South London for the next 12 weeks.

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    A Breakdown of MONA's Ambitious Proposal for a Giant Five-Star Hobart Hotel

    David Walsh's plans for an elevated hotel, an art anti-casino, an amphitheatre and a giant library.

  • Guide

    Daily Detours for the Week of July 10

    Featuring a cultural excursion through Fortitude Valley.

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    Daily Detours for the Week of July 10

    Featuring a heated post-work swim.

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