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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.
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Concrete Playground's Most-Read Sydney Stories of 2021
Here are the stories you gravitated to this year.
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Ten Epic New Zealand Beaches You Need to Visit at Least Once in Your Life
Not mentioned: Oriental Bay, Mission Bay and Mount Maunganui.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Five Things to Do at Christmas That Aren't the Traditional Family Lunch
Do the big day a little differently this year.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Seven Surprising Experiences to Have on Your Next Trip to Canberra
Spend the morning hand feeding lions and the afternoon throwing axes.
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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.
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The Best New Melbourne Events of 2021
These events filled our year with live music, thought-provoking food experiences, unique outdoor cinemas and more.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.