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    Picnic Season

    Leisurely afternoons in the sun, next-level cheese platters and kicking it with your mates — picnics are officially back.

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    Sea Lake Has Unveiled a New Indigenous Art Gallery, Visitor Hub and Viewing Platform Overlooking Lake Tyrrell

    The state's largest and oldest inland salt lake has scored a new suite of upgrades.

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    You Could Win $1 Million for Getting Vaccinated Thanks to This New Australian Competition

    Daily prizes are also being given away as part of the new Million Dollar Vax promotion, from a total prize pool of $4.1 million.

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    Qantas Will Resume International Flights To and From Australia Next Month

    The airline will restart flights to Los Angeles and London when Australia's international borders will reopen in mid-November.

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    Six Essentials to Pack for Leisurely Days in the Sun According to Picnic Queen Karina Findley

    From old-school lawn games to gooey cheeses, here are the gems that'll upgrade your next picnic.

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    International Travel Will Restart for Vaccinated Aussies on a State-By-State Basis From November

    When 80 percent of eligible residents in a state or territory have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19, that state or territory will be permitted to recommence international travel.

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    All the Charming Beach Houses You Can Book Between Brisbane and the Fraser Coast

    Find a lavish waterfront mansion, a quaint beachside cabin or an eco-friendly floating houseboat to complete your next beachside holiday.

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    All Queensland Health Vaccination Clinics Are Now Doing Walk-In COVID-19 Jabs Every Day

    Brisbanites no longer need appointments to get vaxxed at any vaccination clinic across the state.

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    This Website Helps You Easily Find You and Your Mate's 15-Kilometre Bubble Crossover

    Picnics are allowed, the travel radius has expanded to 15 kilometres, and this'll handy website will help you plan out where to head.

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    Sprawling Scenic Rim Winery The Overflow 1895 Is Opening Five Lakeside Eco-Cabins This Summer

    Eco-pod company Wander is setting up one- and two-bedroom Wander Pods on the shores of Lake Wyaralong.

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    Brisbane's Gathering and Event Restrictions Are Tightening Again in Response to New COVID-19 Cases

    Rules covering having people over to your house, gathering outdoors and event capacities are changing for the next two weeks.

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    Carindale Shopping Centre and Portside Wharf Have Joined Brisbane's Growing List of Exposure Sites

    New local cases visited the two busy spots, alongside venues in Camp Hill, Cannon Hill, Spring Hill, South Brisbane and the CBD.

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    Preview: Australia's First Ever Ace Hotel Looks Predictably Sleek as Hell

    Take a sneak peek inside the first Ace Hotel to grace Australian shores.

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    Qantas Might Start Flying Direct From Darwin to London When International Travel Resumes

    Due to Western Australia's strict border rules, the airline won't resume its direct Perth-to-London route until at least April 2022; however, it's looking to depart from the Northern Territory instead.

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    Six Idyllic Spots for a Picnic on the Lower North Shore Where You Can BYO Booze

    Secluded green reserves, historic sites and parks with unbeatable harbour views make for some of the city's top al fresco spots.

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    Six Idyllic Spots for a Picnic in the Inner West Where You Can BYO Booze

    Waterfront vistas, city views and friendly pups — you can enjoy all at these green patches with a drink in hand.

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    Seven Idyllic Spots for a Picnic in the Eastern Suburbs Where You Can BYO Booze

    From islands with dreamy Sydney Harbour Bridge views to secluded slices of paradise, these jaw-dropping spots will level up your next al fresco feast.

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    Five Idyllic Spots for a Picnic in the Inner City Where You Can BYO Booze

    Sydney's inner 'burbs are more than concrete deep — here you'll find stunning harbourfront parks, dog-friendly neighbourhood gems and Australia's oldest botanic garden.

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    Seven Idyllic Spots for a Picnic on the Northern Beaches Where You Can BYO Booze

    With sprawling beachside parks, sandy coves and a commanding headland overlooking the Hawkesbury, the beaches are the ideal summer spot.

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    Masks Are Required Again Indoors and Outdoors in Brisbane and Moreton Bay Due to New Local Cases

    The mask rules last changed just days ago, but now they've been amended again — so you'll need to mask up while sitting for the next two weeks.

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    This Interactive Map Shows COVID-19 Case Alerts for Queensland Venues

    The map lets Brisbanites see which venues are linked to positive COVID-19 cases — and the action required if you visited them.

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    Qantas and Jetstar Will Increase Domestic Flights From Late October as NSW and Victoria Reopen

    Travel between New South Wales and Victoria will resume on Friday, November 5, while flights within regional NSW will ramp up from Monday, October 25.

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    Victoria Will Trial Vaccine Passports in Regional Areas Ahead of Melbourne's Lockdown Ending

    When Melbourne's lockdown ends, the plan is to let everyone check in at venues and show proof that you're vaccinated with the same app.

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    This Is What New South Wales' Full Roadmap Out of Lockdown Looks Like

    Premier Gladys Berejiklian has announced the next phase in the state's roadmap out of lockdown, which includes travelling throughout NSW and restarting community sport when 80 percent of NSW residents over 16 are double jabbed.

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    Here's How to Measure What Is 15 Kilometres From Your Home Under Melbourne's New Lockdown Rules

    When Victoria hits the 80-percent single-jab mark, Melburnians will be able to exercise, shop for groceries and enjoy outdoor social interaction within 15 kilometres of home.

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    Melburnians Can Travel 15 Kilometres and Enjoy More Outdoor Activities From September 28

    The first set of eased restrictions under Victoria's roadmap out of lockdown will kick in when the state reaches the 80-percent single-dosed vaccination mark.

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    Fifty Percent of Eligible Australians Are Now Fully Vaccinated Against COVID-19

    More than 26 million jabs have been given so far, and almost 75 percent of eligible population has received their first dose.

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    Southeast Queensland's Mask Rules Are Changing to Let You Take Off Your Mask While Sitting Down

    If you’re seated at a pub, bar, restaurant, cinema or theatre, you can start flashing your smile again.

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    The Twelve Best Outdoor Swimming Pools in Sydney

    From hidden inner-city spots to historic oceanside sanctuaries, these idyllic bodies of water are must-visits as the temperature warms up.

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    Melbourne's New Limited-Edition Lockdown Commemoration T-Shirt Features Artwork by Oslo Davis

    Pay tribute to Melbourne's lengthy lockdown stint while raising funds for Beyond Blue.

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    Every Lockdown Gift Idea to Send to Every Type of Person in Your Life

    Channel your online shopping skills and check out these top-notch present picks.

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    The Federal Government Aims to Open Australia's International Borders "By Christmas at the Latest"

    "It's another reason why everyone should get vaccinated," said Minister for Trade, Tourism and Investment Dan Tehan.

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    Brisbane's Pet-Friendly BYO Picnic Boats Have Started Sailing From Breakfast Creek 

    You, your mates and your dog can now hop on the easy-to-operate boats in two locations.

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    These Four Queensland Health Vaccination Hubs Are Now Doing Walk-In COVID-19 Jabs Every Day

    Brisbanites no longer need appointments to get vaccinated at Boondall, Kippa Ring, Caboolture Square and Doomben Racecourse.

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    Service NSW Is Piloting an Update to Its App That Integrates COVID-19 Vaccination Certificates

    When Sydney's lockdown ends, the plan is to let everyone check in at venues and show proof that you're vaccinated with the same app.

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    Melbourne Just Got Hit By an Actual Earthquake

    The shakes lasted about 20 seconds, which proved pretty exciting stuff for this particular writer who hadn't even had their morning coffee yet.

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    Sydney's 9pm New Year's Eve Fireworks Have Been Cancelled for the Second Year in a Row

    The sky will still light up to welcome in 2022 at midnight, however.

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    World Heritage-Listed Island K'gari Is Officially Reclaiming Its Original Indigenous Name

    The world's largest sand island will no longer be known as Fraser Island.

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    Friendship Island Is the Handy Website Helping You and Your Pals Plot Out Lockdown Picnic Spots

    Sydneysiders and Melburnians can drop pins, find crossover areas with their mates and start planning those picnics.

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    These New Queensland Travel Vouchers Will Give You $250 for Tours in the State's Tropical North

    There are 8000 up for grabs between now and April 2022, as long as you spend more than $1000 on your trip.

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    The Moderna Vaccine Is Being Rolled Out Via Australian Pharmacies From This Week

    Three COVID-19 vaccinations, from AstraZeneca, Pfizer and now Moderna, are now available in Australia.

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    Ten Easy Ways to Improve Your Mood When You've Had a Rough Day

    Try one of these mood boosters the next time you need to turn a topsy-turvy day around.

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