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    Sydneysiders Are Urged to "Abandon Non-Essential Activity" for the Next Few Days

    Premier Berejiklian hasn't ruled out further restrictions for Greater Sydney, too, depending on case numbers in the next 24 hours.

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    Sydney Is Reintroducing Stay-at-Home Orders for the Northern Beaches Until Midnight Wednesday

    It's designed to give the NSW Government "sufficient time to get on top of the virus so we can then ease up for Christmas and the New Year moving forward".

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    Here Is What Australia's Weather Has Planned for Christmas Day 2020

    Santa's delivering warm but not sweltering conditions on the east coast — and heat in the west and top end.

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

    Here is where to go for affordable, quality eats and let-your-hair-down fun.

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    Sydneysiders in the Northern Beaches Are Being Urged to Stay Home for the Next Three Days

    NSW Health has released a long list of northern beaches locations that positive cases have visited over the past week.

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    Our Sydney: Here Are Our Readers' Favourite Spots to Visit in the CBD

    From hole-in-the-wall coffee spots to experimental cocktail bars and epic date night spots.

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    A Summer Date Night Itinerary for When You Want to Make the Most of Longer Daylight Hours

    Win them over with this readymade guide to a romantic evening in the city.

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    Five Impromptu Things to Do If You're Staying in Melbourne Between Christmas and New Year's Day

    Step away from the leftovers, and spend some time exploring a different part of your city.

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    The Most Unusual Swimming Holes to Try Around Brisbane

    Don't stick to the rivers and the lakes that you're used to.

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    Seven Pit Stops You Should Make on a Road Trip from Brisbane to Sydney

    Hit the road to discover cruisy coastal towns, inland food havens and stunning national parkland.

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    All Public Transport Will Be Free on Christmas Day and New Year's Eve 2020

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

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    How to Explore Sydney Like a Local When You've Already Seen the Touristy Sites

    Uncover the hidden neighbourhood gems you'll never want to leave.

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    Five Adventurous Activities in the Snowy Mountains that Are Better in Summer

    Avoid the beach-bound crowds and head to the hills for the biggest thrills this summer.

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    Sydney Is About to Cop an Onslaught of Rain So Prepare Your Brollies

    Thunderstorms and flash flooding are on the cards for some parts of NSW, too.

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    Jupiter and Saturn Are About to Appear Closer Together in the Sky Than They Have in 400 Years

    It's called a 'great conjunction' — and it's happening this month.

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    Buses Will Replace Trains on Every Line Through Brisbane's CBD Over the Christmas Long Weekend

    If you're travelling across the city over the festive period, take note.

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    Five Ways to Get Into the Festive Spirit Around The Rocks This December

    Pick up one-of-a-kind gifts, sit down to a fine diner feast and catch cheery live tunes right in the heart of the city this season.

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    How to Spend a Day in Melbourne When The Weather's Fine But You're Not a Beach Person

    Why waste the day getting covered in sand when you could be out exploring Melbourne in all its glory?

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    Gifts that Count

    At Concrete Playground, supporting the people and businesses that make our cities such vibrant and exciting places to live is our reason for being.

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    Jetstar Has Launched Its Christmas Sale with Flights Starting From $29

    If travelling the country is one of your 2021 resolutions, this is great news.

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    You Can Win $5000 to Put Towards a Luxury Holiday By Buying New Threads for Summer

    Pick up a new shirt and go into the draw to have your trip to The Whitsundays bankrolled.

  • Feature

    Summer Stint: Newcastle

    New South Wales' second largest city is nipping at Sydney's heels when it comes to creative shops, nightlife and local eats this summer. Grab your swimmers, Newcastle beckons.

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    You Can Now Book an Entire QT Hotel Floor to Party with Your Mates

    Floor'd is on offer to groups of between 16 and 41 punters keen for an exclusive rockstar-style soiree.

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    A Quarantine-Free Travel Bubble Between Australia and NZ Could Be in Place by Early 2021

    NZ Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has agreed to a trans-Tasman bubble, which could kick off in just a couple of months.

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    Auckland Transport Is Offering Free Bus and Train Travel This Weekend

    To help ensure people get home safely for the holiday season.

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    The Impressive Geminids Meteor Shower Will Be Visible in New Zealand Tonight

    The spectacular starry event only happens once a year — and it'll be at its peak in the early hours of Tuesday, December 15.

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    You Can Now Stay in This Refurbished Beach House in the South Coast's Murramarang National Park

    It's surrounded by bushland on one side and looks out over the beach to Batemans Bay on the other.

  • News

    The Impressive Geminids Meteor Shower Will Be Visible in Australia Tonight

    The spectacular starry event only happens once a year — and it'll be at its peak in the early hours of Monday, December 14.

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    Brisbane Looks Set to Cop An Onslaught of Rain So Prepare Your Brollies

    Parts of the Gold Coast experienced a drenching overnight — and Brisbane could receive up to 80 millimetres of rain today.

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    The Victorian Government Is Releasing 30,000 More Regional Travel Vouchers Due to Demand

    The first round proved so popular that the Business Victoria voucher registration page went offline for extended periods, so the scheme has been extended.

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    Two New Off-the-Grid Unyoked Tiny Cabins with Outdoor Baths Have Popped Up Near Byron Bay

    Located at the end of a valley in the Northern Rivers region, these cute, compact places to stay are surrounded by citrus trees — and plenty of quiet.

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    Here's Everything You Need to Know About the Victorian Government's $200 Regional Travel Vouchers

    You can apply for the first round of 40,000 vouchers from tomorrow — but there are some caveats.

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    Queensland's Indoor Dance Floors Will Be Allowed to Reopen From December 14

    If making shapes was on your Christmas wishlist, you can cross it off.

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    Ridesharing Service DiDi Is Offering Half-Price Rides to Airports Until the End of January

    You can head to the airport for cheap across Christmas and New Year's Eve.

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    This Nifty Map Will Help You Find All the Best and Brightest Christmas Lights in Your Area

    Just enter your postcode or suburb, and it'll tell you where to see luminous festive displays near you and around town.

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