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    Our Sydney: Here Are Our Readers' Favourite Spots to Visit in Surry Hills

    Discover where the locals go for an early morning feed and an after-work tipple — and everything in between.

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    New Zealand's One-Way Travel Bubble with Australia Has Been Paused for Three More Days

    The suspension of quarantine-free travel from NZ to Australia first came in earlier this week — and it's being extended following concerns over the recent Auckland outbreak.

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    Twenty of the Most Enchanting Stays You Can Book in Tasmania

    Book one — or a few — of these cabins, suites and lodges as you plan a trip around the Apple Isle.

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    SA Is Reopening Its Borders to Greater Sydney If You're Keen for a Wine-Fuelled Holiday

    Sydneysiders will be allowed into SA (without quarantining) from this Sunday — but you will still need to get COVID-19 tests.

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    Queensland's Borders Will Reopen to Greater Sydney on February 1

    The Sunshine State will no longer have any restrictions on travellers from New South Wales.

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    Sydneysiders Will Only Be Required to Wear Face Masks in Some Situations From January 29

    New South Wales' mandatory mask rules are changing — and so are a number of gathering and venue restrictions, too.

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    Greater Sydney's Gathering and Venue Restrictions Will Start Rolling Back From January 29

    If COVID-19 case numbers remain low, more restrictions will be eased in a fortnight, too.

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    You'll Find This New Wellness Retreat Onboard an 81-Foot Luxury Yacht

    Balance your mind, body and soul on the Hauraki Gulf.

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    North Sydney Pool Is Closing Next Month for a $64 Million Renovation That Will Include a Gelato Bar

    The redevelopment is set to begin in late March — including a new harbourside gym.

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    Ten Must-Visit New Zealand Places to Plan Your 2021 Travel Adventures Around

    Forget long-haul flights and lengthy stopovers — you can enjoy these idyllic islands, gorgeous beaches and scenic regions without leaving the country.

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    Total Fire Bans and Temperatures of Up to 45 Degrees Are on the Cards for Parts of Victoria Today

    Melbourne is expected to reach around 39 degrees, while gusty winds are set to increase bushfire risk across the state.

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    Australia's First Movenpick Hotel Has Just Opened in Hobart with a Daily Chocolate Hour

    The chain's 221-room site near the city's waterfront joins more than 80 other Mövenpick hotels worldwide.

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    Melbourne Is Getting Another 18 New Pocket-Sized Parks and Off-Leash Dog Areas

    The new green spaces are included in the second round of the Government's $154 million Suburban Parks Program.

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    Western Australia Will Lift Its Hard Border with NSW and Queensland From January 25

    The states will be reclassified as 'low risk' under WA's controlled interstate border system.

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    Victoria Is Reverting Back to Pre-NYE Gathering Restrictions from Midnight on January 22

    Which means you can invite a few more people to that Saturday night dinner party you were planning.

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    Victoria Is Reopening to All But One Greater Sydney Local Government Area from 6pm on January 22

    Which means, travellers from all of Sydney, except Cumberland can enter the state once applying for a permit — and self-isolating until receiving a negative test result on arrival.

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    Eight Stunning and Unusual Places In Australia That Will Transport You to Europe

    Experience spectacular lavender fields, world-class beaches and underground caves without leaving Australia.

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    Premier Gladys Berejiklian Says NSW Won't Ease COVID-19 Restrictions Until After Tuesday's Public Holiday

    The Premier remains confident that restrictions can be eased to "pre-Avalon" levels late next week.

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    Face Masks Won't Be Mandatory in Most Situations in Greater Brisbane From January 22

    You'll only need to keep wearing them at airports and on planes, but it's still recommended you don them in places were you can't social distance.

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    Greater Brisbane Will Ease Back to Pre-Lockdown Restrictions From January 22

    Queensland has now reached 14 days since the last COVID-19 case linked to the most recent cluster.

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    A Weekender's Guide to the Scenic Rim

    Wander through lavender fields, ride a camel and sample locally made spirits — 90 minutes from Brisbane.

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    The Victorian Government's Second Batch of Regional Travel Vouchers Goes Up for Grabs Today

    After making 70,000 vouchers available in December 2020, an additional 40,000 will be available in this round.

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    Australian Borders May Stay Closed to International Travel Until 2022

    Even with the vaccine rolling out in the coming months, ex-Chief Medical Officer Professor Brendan Murphy expects that travel mightn't return to normal in 2021.

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    Twenty of the Most Romantic Escapes for Two You Can Book in Byron Bay

    Spend a few days relaxing with your significant other in these serene spots with outdoor tubs and sparkling plunge pools.

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    Melbourne's Lost Dogs' Home Wants You to Adopt a Cat or Kitten to Help Clear Its Shelter

    It's lowering its adult cat adoption fee to $25 — or you can welcome a pair of kittens to your home for $235.

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    We're Giving Away a One-Year Yoga Ground Membership

    Start 2021 on the right foot at this light-filled yoga studio in Grey Lynn.

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    Eight of the Most Extraordinary Airbnb Stays You Can Book Around Australia

    For your next getaway, spend a weekend in a treehouse, a converted vintage bus or a 100-year-old castle.

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    The Most Secluded Waterfront Getaways You Can Book on the Northern Beaches

    You can't jump on a plane to the Riviera, but you can escape the city for a tranquil weekend on Pittwater.

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    Mount Hotham's New Eco-Glamping Experience Lets You Sleep Under the Stars in a Suspended Tent

    Mattresses, cosy sleeping bags and stunning mountain sunrises all included.

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    Victoria Is Reopening to 25 Greater Sydney Local Government Areas from 6pm on January 18

    Which means, travellers from most of Sydney can now enter the state once applying for a permit — and self-isolating until receiving a negative test result on arrival.

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    Three Items to Pack That Will Make or Break Your Next Boat Trip

    Jump into summer with these compact and convenient essentials.

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    Three Items to Pack That Will Make or Break Your Next Camping Trip

    Bring a little bit of home comfort to your next night under canvas.

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    Greater Brisbane Is No Longer a Commonwealth-Declared COVID-19 Hotspot

    The city's Grand Chancellor hotel cluster sparked six cases.

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    Virgin Australia Has Extended Its Fee-Free Booking Changes Until the End of June

    So you can make travel plans, but still amend them if circumstances change — without being slugged with a hefty charge.

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    Western Australia Will Lift Its Hard Border with Victoria From January 18

    The states will be reclassified as 'low risk' under WA's controlled interstate border system.

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    NSW Has Recorded Two Consecutive Days of Zero Locally Acquired COVID-19 Cases

    But restrictions won't be eased until testing rates increase.

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    Victoria's Mask Rules Are Being Relaxed from Midnight on January 17

    The government has announced face coverings will no longer be mandatory in all public indoor settings.

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    Sydney's First 25 Hours Hotel Will Open in a Heritage-Listed Building on Oxford Street in 2022

    It'll feature 105 guest rooms, plus a rooftop bar with harbour views.

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    The ACT Has Lifted Some of Its Border Restrictions with New South Wales

    Effective since Tuesday, January 12, only folks who've been in 11 specific local government areas are currently unable to enter the territory.

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    Three Items to Pack That Will Make or Break Your Next Day Trip

    Add these lightweight items to your backpack for your next summer adventure.

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