• News

    Air New Zealand Has Been Named the World's Safest Airline for 2022

    For the first time since 2013, Qantas didn't take out the top spot.

  • Guide

    Concrete Playground's Most-Read Sydney Stories of 2021

    Here are the stories you gravitated to this year.

  • News

    Ten Epic New Zealand Beaches You Need to Visit at Least Once in Your Life

    Not mentioned: Oriental Bay, Mission Bay and Mount Maunganui.

  • Feature

    Only in Tropical North Queensland

    One moment you could be diving deep into the Great Barrier Reef. The next, you could be hiking through World Heritage-listed rainforest.

  • News

    Messina for Breakfast and Outdoor Street Parties: Six Ways to Experience The Rocks This Summer

    There's plenty to see and do in one of Sydney's most vibrant precincts this summer.

  • News

    Seven Hotels in Sydney's CBD For When You Want to Treat Yourself to a Staycation

    Looking for a hotel that'll make you feel good about hitting snooze? We've found it.

  • News

    Sydneysiders Are Once Again Required to Wear Face Masks in Indoor Settings

    With COVID-19 cases rising across the state, masks will be required again in all indoor spaces except homes — and density limits are back for indoor hospitality venues.

  • News

    Face Masks Are Now Compulsory Inside Queensland Cinemas and Theatres

    If you're heading to the movies this Boxing Day, you'll need to mask up.

  • News

    Victorians Are Once Again Required to Wear Face Masks in Indoor Settings

    With COVID-19 cases rising across the state, masks will be required again in all indoor spaces except homes — and when moving around major events with more than 30,000 people.

  • Feature

    I Finally Made the Journey to Central Australia — and It Soars Beyond Expectation

    Concrete Playground Editor, Suz Tucker, journeyed to the Red Centre of Australia to discover places and culture you'll find nowhere else on earth.

  • News

    Eight Challenges to Tackle in 2022 That'll Help You Achieve Your Fitness Goals

    Ever dreamt of running a marathon, cycling through forests, or tackling a ten-kilometre obstacle course? Here's your chance.

  • News

    New Zealand's Three-Step Border Reopening Plan Has Been Pushed Out Until February

    As the threat of the Omicron variant continues to grow, the Government has pushed the country's proposed three-step border reopening plan by at least a month.

  • News

    All Public Transport Will Be Free Across Brisbane on New Year's Eve 2021

    So you can get to and from your NYE parties without spending a penny.

  • News

    A Weekender's Guide to Healesville and the Yarra Valley

    Ride bikes through forests, stay in a cosy old miner's cottage or unwind in a spectacular infinity pool.

  • News

    Masks Will Be Mandatory in Queensland Shopping Centres and on Public Transport From December 18

    With COVID-19 cases rising in Queensland, face coverings will become compulsory again in a number of settings.

  • Guide

    Ten Incredible Small Businesses to Hit for All Your Shopping Needs This Festive Season

    Conquer your neverending shopping list and support a small biz at the same time — it's a win win.

  • Guide

    Seven Surprising Experiences to Have on Your Next Trip to Canberra

    Spend the morning hand feeding lions and the afternoon throwing axes.

  • News

    Qantas Is Launching Direct Flights From Australia to Rome Just in Time for European Summer Getaways

    The only direct service between Australia and continental Europe, the Perth–Rome flights will take off three times a week between June and October 2022.

  • Guide

    The Best New Melbourne Events of 2021

    These events filled our year with live music, thought-provoking food experiences, unique outdoor cinemas and more.

  • News

    Aucklanders Can Now Enter to Win One of 100,000 Vouchers to Spend Around the City This Summer

    The new scheme is designed to say "thank you" to Aucklanders who have been doing it tough, as well as inject a boost into the local economy.

  • News

    All Public Transport Will Be Free on Christmas Day and New Year's Eve 2021

    So you can get to and from the city (and your family lunch) without spending a penny.

  • News

    The Victorian Government Is Giving Away 250,000 Free Public Transport Travel Vouchers

    Designed to get Melburnians heading into the city over summer, the vouchers can be used to travel to Christmas events, galleries and attractions, dining spots, performing arts venues and to go shopping.

  • News

    You Can Now Hire a Pet-Friendly BYO Picnic Boat to Sail Along the Parramatta River

    Denmark company GoBoat has just launched its fleet of easy-to-operate BYO picnic boats in Sydney, setting sail from Cabarita Point.

  • News

    Western Australia Will Reopen to the Rest of the Country (and the World) on February 5

    WA will drop its hard border at 12.01am on Saturday, February 5, based on the expectation that 90 percent of residents over the age of 12 will be double-vaccinated by then.

  • Guide

    Six Incredible Small Businesses to Hit for All Your Shopping Needs This Festive Season

    Conquer your neverending shopping list and support a small biz at the same time — it's a win-win.

  • News

    Virgin Is Selling Flights to and From Queensland From $59 Now That the Border Has Officially Reopened

    The Sunshine State now allows double-vaccinated travellers to visit without quarantining — and double-jabbed Queenslanders to return home from interstate trips.

  • News

    The Northern Beaches' Luxury Floating Villa Is Reopening with a New Look and On-Board Sauna

    Located just off Palm Beach, Lilypad comes with an on-board wine cellar, gourmet meals and your own boat.

  • News

    The Impressive Geminids Meteor Shower Will Be Visible in New Zealand This Month

    The spectacular starry event only happens once a year — and it'll be at its peak overnight between December 14 and 15.

  • News

    The Impressive Geminids Meteor Shower Will Be Visible in Australia This Month

    The spectacular starry event only happens once a year — and it'll be at its peak overnight between December 14 and 15.

  • News

    Seventeen Charming Farm Stays You Can Book in Victoria

    It's been a very long year — treat yourself to one of these relaxing and serene farmhouse stays.

  • News

    Queensland Is Reopening Quarantine-Free Travel to Vaxxed Interstate Visitors From December 13

    The Sunshine State is bringing forward its reopening date to interstate visitors from domestic hotspots by five days.

  • News

    Nine Spots Where You Can Camp, Hike and Swim with Your Dog in the North Island

    Check out geothermal attractions, bush tracks and rugged stretches of coastline with your best mate by your side.

  • Guide

    How to Eat, Drink, Shop and Play Your Way Along Canberra's Legendary Light Rail

    All aboard — there are food precincts, cocktail bars and cultural gems to discover.

  • Guide

    How to Explore Canberra Like a Local When You've Already Seen the Touristy Sights

    There's more to the capital than museums, memorials and monuments.

  • News

    Australia's First European-Inspired Floating Beach Club Is Opening on the Gold Coast in 2022

    Built on pontoons, it'll feature daybeds, private cabanas, pools, a bar, and dining both indoors and by the water.

  • News

    Victoria's Cat Protection Society Is Doing Cuddling Sessions So You Can Give the Gift of Kitten Snuggles

    What do you get the person who has everything? A 30-minute stint cuddling a cat.

  • News

    Taronga Zoo Has Released Footage of Its New Pygmy Hippo Calf to Give Your Day a Super-Cute Boost

    The adorable little pygmy hippo calf is expected to make her public debut in the coming weeks.

  • News

    Manly's Historic Q Station Has Been Acquired by Harbord Hotel Owner Glenn Piper

    Piper, who transformed Harbord Hotel into a live music and events hub, has promised to enhance the expansive northern beaches site.

  • Feature

    Melbourne Summer Guide 2021-2022

    Everyone's favourite season of the year has arrived — and after the stint we've had, we're here to help you make it your best summer ever.

  • Feature

    Brisbane Summer Guide 2021-2022

    Everyone's favourite season of the year has arrived — and after the stint we've had, we're here to help you make it your best summer ever.

  • Feature

    Sydney Summer Guide 2021-2022

    Everyone's favourite season of the year has arrived — and after the stint we've had, we're here to help you make it your best summer ever.

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