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    Southeast Queensland Is Tightening Restrictions Again (and Banning Dancing) From June 29

    You'll only be able to have 30 people over to your home, masks are back and the one person per four-square-metres rule will return in hospitality venues.

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    Queensland's At-Home Gathering Limits and Tighter Venue Density Caps Are Back for Two Weeks

    Just days after they were eased, caps on gatherings at home and the number of patrons allowed in hospitality venues have returned.

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    Quarantine-Free Travel Between Australia and New Zealand Has Been Paused

    New Zealand has suspended the trans-Tasman bubble until at least Tuesday, June 29 due to the growing number of locally acquired COVID-19 cases across Australia.

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    All of Greater Sydney Is Going Into Lockdown Until July 9 in a Bid to Contain the Current Outbreak

    From 6pm, Saturday, June 26, all of Greater Sydney, the Blue Mountains, the Central Coast and Wollongong will be under stay-at-home orders for the next fortnight.

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    Queensland Requires Anyone Who's Been in Four Sydney Local Government Areas to Go Into Lockdown

    Parts of Sydney are about to be placed under stay-at-home orders — and the same level of restrictions will apply to anyone who has been in the region since June 11 and is now in Queensland.

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    Here's What You Can and Can't Do Under Sydney's Stay-at Home Conditions

    Four Sydney Local Government Areas are going into lockdown — here’s what you need to know.

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    The City of Sydney, Woollahra, Waverley and Randwick Will Be Under Stay-at-Home Orders for the Next Week

    From 11.59pm tonight, Friday, June 25, anyone who lives or works in the four Sydney Local Government Areas will only be able to leave the house for four reasons.

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    An Explorer's Guide to Hong Kong

    From verdant, mountainous peaks to secluded, sandy beaches, a different side of the harbour city awaits.

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    Queensland and Victoria Are Closing Their Borders to All of Greater Sydney

    Initially, the two states only shut their borders to seven Sydney Local Government Areas; however, the border closure is now extending to the entire Greater Sydney region.

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    This Harbour Ferry Has Been Kitted Out with the Names of Sydney's First Nations' Language Groups

    It's now sailing around the city decked out in artwork by Gomeroi artist Warwick Keen.

  • News

    A 'Strawberry' Full Moon Will Be Visible in Australia's Skies This Week

    It's considered a supermoon by some, but not by others — either way, it'll be brightening up Australia's skies on Friday, June 25.

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    Melbourne's Gathering and Venue Restrictions Are Easing Even Further From Tomorrow Night

    You'll be able to have 15 people over to your home, and gather outdoors with 50 people.

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    Greater Sydney Is Bringing Back Gathering Restrictions, Travel Limits and Dancing Bans

    You'll only be able to have five people over to your house for the next week — and if you live or work in the City of Sydney, Waverley, Woollahra, Bayside, Canada Bay, Inner West and Randwick Local Government Areas, you won't be able to leave the city.

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    Queensland and Victoria Are Closing Their Borders to Seven Sydney Local Government Areas

    Both states are closing their borders to the City of Sydney, Waverley, Woollahra, Bayside, Canada Bay, Inner West and Randwick LGAS in response to Sydney's current COVID-19 outbreak.

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    Quarantine-Free Travel Between NZ and NSW Has Been Paused Due to Sydney's Latest Outbreak

    The suspension has been put in place for 72 hours initially, and will be under constant review.

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    Masks Will Be Compulsory on Public Transport and in Indoor Venues Across Sydney for Another Week

    Greater Sydney's mask mandate is being extended, and will now apply throughout the entire region.

  • Feature

    A Luxury Guide to Hong Kong

    As one of the world's great financial hubs, it's probably no surprise that Hong Kong has long been a playground for the wealthy.

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    Quarantine-Free Travel Between New Zealand and Victoria Is Set to Resume

    Almost a month after it was suspended due to the recent COVID-19 cluster, the trans-Tasman travel bubble will reopen to Victoria.

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    Anyone Who Visited DFO at the Airport During a Half-Hour Period Must Self-Isolate

    A traveller has tested positive after visiting the shopping centre on the day she completed hotel quarantine.

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    An Ice Rink Is Popping Up at Taronga Zoo So You Can See Adorable Animals, Then Skate

    Find ice skating, food stalls and all your favourite animal pals at Taronga for two weeks this winter.

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    City of Melbourne and Vic Government Are Giving Away Thousands of Free Tickets and Experiences

    The FOMO Freebies scheme is giving away tickets to 'Harry Potter and the Cursed Child', NGV passes, overnight hotel staycations and more.

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    Riverfire Is Returning to Brighten Up Brisbane's Night Sky This September

    It was scaled-back in 2019 and scrapped in 2020, but Brisbane Festival's annual fireworks display will return in 2021.

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    IKEA Tempe and Central Station Have Joined NSW's 106-Venue List of Exposure Sites

    The list of places visited by Sydneysiders who've since tested positive to COVID-19 continues to grow.

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    Queensland's At-Home and Outdoor Gathering Limits Will Be Scrapped From June 25

    Queensland's restrictions are easing, with no limits on gatherings at home or outdoors, and hospitality businesses operating under a three people per four-square-metres rule.

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    Face Masks Are Now Compulsory in Public Indoor Spaces in Seven Sydney Local Government Areas

    You'll need to wear them inside in hospitality venues, shops and any other indoor situation where you aren't eating or drinking.

  • Feature

    An Art Lover's Guide to Hong Kong

    Once best known as one of the world's major financial hubs, the harbour city has now made a name for itself thanks to a booming creative scene.

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    Alba Thermal Springs & Spa Is the Luxe New Wellness Destination Coming to the Mornington Peninsula

    The 15-hectare bathing retreat is set to open in Fingal next winter.

  • Feature

    Melbourne Winter Guide 2021

    Winter — the season of scarves and sweaters, cold mornings and cosier nights.

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    12 Luxe Boutique Hotels to Inspire Your Next New Zealand Getaway

    Book into Auckland's striking brick-clad hotel, Dunedin's new five-star boutique or an eye-catching Queenstown property with a complimentary drinks hour.

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    Queensland Is Bringing Back Online Travel Declarations for Interstate and NZ Visitors

    From 1am on Saturday, June 19, anyone travelling to the Sunshine State from another Aussie state or territory, or from NZ, will need to fill out the form.

  • News

    Residents of Sydney's Eastern Suburbs Are Asked to Avoid Social Gatherings for the Next Few Days

    The request follows Sydney's latest locally acquired COVID-19 cases, with everyone across the city asked to be extra cautious.

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    These Eastern Suburbs Venues Have Been Named As Exposure Sites Following a New Local COVID-19 Case

    NSW Health has sent out an alert for a number of locations, including several spots in Bondi Junction and Vaucluse.

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    The Most Luxurious Boutique Hotels In and Around Melbourne

    Whether you're vacationing or staycationing in Melbourne, these hotels will have you sleeping in soft linen, eating in fine restaurants and relaxing in big spa baths.

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    Masks Won't Be Required Outdoors in Melbourne From June 18 As Long As You Can Social Distance

    This exact change was announced last week, then retracted — so here's hoping it sticks this week.

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    Melbourne's 25-Kilometre Rule and Regional Travel Ban Will Lift Tomorrow Night

    Also changing: at-home and outdoor gathering limits, hospitality venue caps and mask rules.

  • News

    Every Train Line Through Central Station Is Experiencing Major Delays Due to a Track Fault

    Rail passengers can expect waits of up to 50 minutes in all lines through the CBD.

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    South Melbourne Market, Melbourne Central and QV Melbourne Have Been Named As Exposure Sites

    A large number of new inner-city venues have just joined the list.

  • News

    Thick Fog Is Causing Reduced Visibility and Dangerous Driving Conditions Across Brisbane

    The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a road alert warning, with soupy skies descending upon the city.

  • News

    Five New Boutique Hotels to Inspire Your Next Weekend Getaway

    Book into Auckland's striking brick-clad hotel, Dunedin's new five-star boutique or an eye-catching Queenstown property with a complimentary drinks hour.

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