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    The Ten Most Life-Changing Meals that Aren't in a Restaurant

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    Experiences Best Shared: How to Make Friends for Life on an Adventure of a Lifetime

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    Now Open: Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary's New Nocturnal Precinct Lets You See Cute Critters After Dark

    Plenty of Brisbane locals and tourists alike have explored this Fig Tree Pocket animal haven — but not like this.

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    Brisbane's Luxe Five-Star Amora Hotel Is Relaunching in December After a $30-Million Refurbishment

    The revamped former Novotel will boast 296 rooms located over 14 floors, plus an outdoor rooftop pool with a deck that sounds perfect for Brisbane's usually sultry weather.

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    Pass Go: Australia's New 'Monopoly' Experience Is Finally Opening Its Doors This Week

    Taking over 1700 square metres at Melbourne Central, Australia's Monopoly Dreams is only the second 'Monopoly' experience in the world.

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    No matter who is on your good list, your holiday shopping is sorted at Chadstone — The Fashion Capital.

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    Eat, Drink and Be Merry: How to Make Memories at Chadstone this Holiday Season

    The ultimate shopping location is set to be a fun, festive destination during the holidays.

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    Welcome to Ma Saj, a New Euphoria-Inducing, Design-Led Wellness Space in Carlton North

    Unwind in style at Ma Saj, Carlton North's new wellness oasis, blending charming warm 70s decor with the comforts of modern massage therapy.

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    Breakfast Creek's New Green Bridge Connecting to Kingsford Smith Drive's Riverwalk Will Open in 2024

    Brisbane's latest bridge will stretch across 80 metres, feature dedicated pedestrian and cyclist paths, and take its colours from Moreton Bay fig trees.

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    Brisbane's Month-Long Christmas Celebrations Are Back for 2023 with Markets, Glowing Gardens and Tiny Doors

    Christmas lights, pop-up performances, multiple chances to get shopping: head to the Brisbane CBD to enjoy them all.

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    Roma Street Parkland's Dazzling Enchanted Garden Is Returning for Another Lit-Up Festive Season

    One of Brisbane's Christmas favourites (and regular sellouts) has locked in its month-long return.

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    Melbourne's Dazzling Month-Long Christmas Festival Is Bringing Back Its Markets, Maze and Skating Rink for 2023

    You can also enjoy festive projections, Christmas flicks, carnival games, comedy shows and more.

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    The New Zealand Leg of the Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series Has Been Postponed Until January 2024

    While Red Bull Cliff Diving will not go ahead in November, Aotearoa is not missing out on the exhilarating competition all together.

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    Luna Park Sydney Is Filling Its Big Top with a $15-Million Immersive Attraction with 360-Degree Projections

    Meet the 'Dream Circus', which will use holograms, surround sound and lighting to immerse you in a Hollywood-style experience.

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    The World's Largest LEGO Store Is Officially Opening in Sydney's CBD Next Week

    The two-storey site will bring a LEGO storytelling table, Australia's first personalisation studio and a pick-and-build wall to Pitt Street from Saturday, November 11.

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    Deck the Greens with Festive Putt Putt: Victoria Park's Christmas Mini-Golf Course Is Returning for 2023

    Swap backyard cricket for tap, tap, tapping your way around a festive mini-golf course this Christmas.

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    The Best Bike Rides In and Around Brisbane

    From leisurely city rides to stunning bush climbs, here are the best Brisbane cycling paths to glide around on two wheels.

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    Hotel Sorrento Is Now Taking Bookings Following a Major Makeover with New Luxe Suites, Mega Pool and a Day Spa

    Hotel Sorrento's major revamp brings a taste of the Mediterranean summer to Victoria, blending luxury with a tranquil seaside energy.

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    The Ten Best Hotels in Brisbane

    Whether you're vacationing or staycationing, this lineup of the top hotels in Brisbane will help you live your best life — fine restaurants, premium spas and rooftop pools for days.

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    The Ten Best Bike Rides In and Around Sydney

    From leisurely city bike rides to stunning bush climbs, here are Sydney's best spots to glide around on two wheels.

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    Five Epic Multi-Day Hikes to Conquer Near Sydney

    Pack a tent, water and lots of snacks and walk your way through the most beautiful parts of NSW during these multi-day hikes.

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    Nine Spots Where You Can Camp, Hike and Swim with Your Dog in New South Wales

    Camp riverside, explore a few Blue Mountains waterfalls and splash around at a 24-hour off-leash beach at these dog-friendly nature spots in NSW.

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    United Airlines Is Now Jetting From Auckland to LA — and Launching the First Direct Christchurch-to-US Flights

    New Zealanders now have even more options when it comes to U.S. travel with the launch of three new flights to Los Angeles.

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    Tony Hawk Is Dropping in Down Under to Chat About His Career and Turn a Brisbane Venue Into a 'Pro Skater' Level

    The skater icon will discuss his decades on the board — and turn Brisbane's Fortitude Music Hall into one of the levels from 'Tony Hawk's Pro Skater'.

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    Jetstar Is Now Flying Direct From Brisbane to Tokyo — and Routes to Osaka and Seoul Are Next

    Pack your suitcases — trips from Brisbane to Tokyo just got cheaper, with Jetstar the first low-cost airline to connect the two cities.

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    Qantas Is Adding Direct Flights From Australia to Paris in Time for the 2024 Olympics and Euro Summer Trips

    Launching in July 2024, the brand-new route to the French capital joins the airline's regular non-stop London leg, and will take 17 hours.

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    Level Up Your Stay: You Can Now Book a Night (or Week) at Melbourne's First Gaming-Themed Hotel Room

    This room at View Melbourne boasts all the equipment you'll need, gamer snacks and unlimited popcorn from the in-room popcorn machine.

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    The Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series Is Splashing Into New Zealand for the First Time in November

    Aucklanders will have the chance to watch the world's best divers launch themselves off a 27-metre platform into the Waitematā Harbour.

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    Adidas Is Teaming Up with a Heap of Sydney and Melbourne Favourites to Throw a Series of Spring Parties

    Baba's Place, A1 Bakery, Valentinas, Haus of Dizzy and the One Day crew are among ten venues and creative teams throwing parties in November.

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    The Matildas Are Back in Australia to Play Three Games Over the Next Week If You're Missing the Women's World Cup

    Sam Kerr, Mary Fowler and the rest of the squad will take to the field in Perth — and all three games are sold out, with 100,000 tickets snapped up.

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    Brisbane Has Been Named One of the World's Best Places to Visit in 2024 by Travel Guide Frommer's

    First 'TIME', then the World's Best 50 Hotels and now this travel publication have all showered the Queensland capital with love this year.

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    The Thirteen Spookiest Events Happening in Brisbane to Celebrate Halloween 2023

    Here’s where to get your frights (and candy) this Halloween — from trick-or-treat trails, witch-themed markets and spooky yacht parties to scary movies and frightening theatre shows.

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    Picture Time: Westfield Is Bringing Back Its Adorable Pet Photo Shoots with Santa This Christmas

    Dogs, cats and even rabbits can get into the festive spirit — and you'll score a cute snap for your wall.

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    The NSW Government Is Reclaiming 20 Hectares of Moore Park Golf Course to Create a New Public Park

    The golf course will be cut back to nine holes to facilitate public green space and community sports facilities — but its clubhouse and driving range will not be disturbed.

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    Brisbane's Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary Is Adding a Nocturnal Precinct So You Can See Its Furry Residents at Night

    The Fig Tree Pocket animal haven is gaining seven night-time exhibit spaces, featuring tree kangaroos, potoroos, pademelons, bandicoots and more — and a new kilometre-long boardwalk.

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    The Best Dog-Friendly Hotels in Sydney

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    Now Open: Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools and Spa Has Installed Two New Hydroslides Just in Time for Summer

    After 25 years, the site's green and beige slides have been replaced — and there's one option for thrillseekers and another for folks looking to relax.

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    These Airbnb Hosts and Their Stays Were Just Named the Best in Australia and New Zealand for 2023

    These hosts with the most have won some love for a romantic Sunshine Coast retreat, a stay in a 1920s steam train carriage and a Hamurana cabin with an outdoor bath.

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