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    The Sydney Harbour Bridge Is Currently Closed in Both Directions Because of a Serious Crash

    Sydneysiders are advised to avoid the area and consider working from home, with no forecast for when all northbound and southbound lanes will reopen.

  • News

    How to Explore the Stunning Orange Region When You Need a Break from the City

    From fine, fine wine and buzzing bakeries to dramatic peaks and hot air balloon adventures, Orange is the perfect antidote to the daily grind.

  • News

    Six Easy Changes You Can Make If You Want to Give This Whole 'Healthy Living' Thing a Crack

    Picked up some unhealthy habits in iso? Kick them to the curb with these handy tips and tricks.

  • News

    This New Victorian Government 'Data Dashboard' Shows the State's High-Risk Locations and Venues

    It also has a new map showing active COVID-19 cases in each postcode.

  • News

    Brisbanites Are Now Encouraged to Wear Masks in Crowded Situations

    The recommendation follows the reintroduction of social gathering limits for the Greater Brisbane area over the past weekend.

  • News

    Brisbanites Who Visited These Locations in the City's West and Southeast Should Monitor for Symptoms

    Queensland Health has sent out an alert for a number of venues including IKEA Slacks Creek, Browns Plains Grand Plaza and Westfield Carindale.

  • News

    Southeast Queensland Has Implemented Strict New Limits Capping Group Gatherings to Ten People

    The new rules are in effect immediately, and apply to everyone in the Brisbane, Ipswich, Logan City, Scenic Rim, Somerset, Lockyer Valley, Moreton Bay and Redlands local government areas.

  • Guide

    Where to Shop Like a Local In and Around Crows Nest

    Pop your head into these great small businesses for organic pantry staples, pampering and neighbourhood bars with craft brews.

  • News

    Melburnians Can Now Drive within Their Five-Kilometre Bubble to Exercise

    The DHHS has revised its guidelines overnight following public backlash against the no-drive rule.

  • News

    Brisbanites Who Visited This Southside Cafe Should Monitor for COVID-19 Symptoms

    If you visited the The Jam Pantry cafe in Greenslopes on Sunday, August 16, you'll need to keep a close eye on your health.

  • News

    The Government Has Announced It Will Provide Every Aussie with a Free COVID-19 Vaccine (If It Works)

    The government has an arrangement with a UK-based drug company, which is trialling a vaccine Prime Minister Scott Morrison called "one of the most advanced and promising in world".

  • News

    Victoria Police Has Reminded Melburnians They Can't Drive within Their Five-Kilometre Bubble to Exercise

    A Victoria Police social media post about the rule has garnered over 4000 comments, highlighting the confusion around some of the new regulations.

  • News

    Five of New Zealand's Great Walks That You Can Book in for Summer

    Explore secluded golden sand beaches, giant podocarp rainforest and rugged alpine terrain.

  • News

    Hotel Fitzroy Is a New Ten-Room Boutique Property in Ponsonby

    This new boutique property offers an in-room breakfast service and dedicated hosts for your stay.

  • News

    Queensland Is Unlikely to Reopen Its Borders to NSW and Victoria Until There Is No Community Transmission

    In good news, though, the Sunshine State itself has had "no evidence of community transmission in Queensland now for 28 days".

  • News

    Four Melbourne Gift Services to Help You Deliver Some Cheer During Lockdown

    Send a mate some chocolate, fresh blooms or a new indoor plant.

  • News

    The South Island's West Coast Is Home to a New Premier Short Walk

    The track is a 40-minute drive inland from Hokitika.

  • News

    Victoria Will Still Get a Public Holiday for the AFL Grand Final No Matter Where the Game Is Played

    This year, though, both the big game and the public holiday look set for October.

  • News

    Victoria's State of Emergency Will Continue for Another Four Weeks

    It has been in place since March, and has now been extended for the fifth time.

  • News

    Positive Parcels Is the New Melbourne Flower Service Delivering Cheery Bouquets to Your Door

    It's supporting the local flower industry — and donating $5 from every purchase to help struggling Australians, too.

  • News

    Queensland Pharmacies Will Soon Be Able to Conduct COVID-19 Tests as Part of a New Trial

    The State Government is piloting a new program to make testing more accessible.

  • News

    Sydneysiders Who Visited These Shops in the City's West and Northwest Should Monitor for Symptoms

    NSW Health has sent out an alert for a number of venues including IKEA Rhodes, Parramatta Westfield and Castle Towers Shopping Centre.

  • News

    Ten of the Most Indulgent Harbourside Staycations You Can Book in Sydney

    Choose a favourite, pack those bags and get ready to live your best-ever holiday life.

  • News

    Here's Where You Can Get Your Hands On a Face Mask in Sydney

    The NSW Government has strongly recommended Sydneysiders mask up when they're out and about.

  • News

    This Aussie Website Will Turn Your Pet's Cute Face Into Your Own Personalised Jigsaw Puzzle

    You've already spent so long gazing at Fido, Fluffy, Polly or Nemo, so this should be the easiest jigsaw that you've ever done.

  • News

    At-Home COVID-19 Testing Is Now Available for Melburnians Who Can't Leave Their House

    The Victorian Government has launched a new 'call-to-test' service for people with disability, carers, the elderly and those with chronic health conditions.

  • Guide

    Seven Things You Didn't Realise You Could Do on the Central Coast

    Race quad bikes, cruise around a pearl farm and sleep over at a lighthouse.

  • News

    This Indulgent Sight-Seeing Plane Tour of Antarctica Will Let You Day Trip Out of the Country

    The sight-seeing flights to the icy continent will kick off again from November.

  • News

    Uber Wants You to Wear a Mask When Riding or Driving in NSW

    It's the latest organisation to encourage Sydneysiders to mask up.

  • Guide

    A Foodie's Guide to Eating and Drinking Your Way Around the Central Coast

    Beachside cafes, casual fine diners and lively cocktail bars are only a road trip away.

  • News

    Queensland Is Completely Shutting Its Borders to NSW and the ACT from August 8

    The new closure will apply at least until the end of August.

  • News

    Victorians Can Now Be Hit with a $5000 On-the-Spot Fine for Breaching Isolation Orders

    Under new rules announced today, Melburnians in isolation will no longer be able to leave their homes for exercise.

  • News

    Icy Temperatures, Rain and Low-Level Snow Are on the Cards for Melbourne This Week

    Some well-timed indoors weather is headed our way for the first week of stage four lockdowns.

  • News

    These Are the Businesses That Can and Can't Stay Open During Melbourne's Stage Four Lockdown

    Retail stores will need to close for six weeks, but supermarkets and bottle-os are among those allowed to stay open.

  • Guide

    Where to Shop Like a Local In and Around Bondi

    Browse beachside boutiques and long-standing local shops to buy a slice of the healthy, active lifestyle — from locally grown veggies to eco-friendly leisurewear.

  • Feature

    The Localist: Eastern Suburbs

    The stomping ground for those who like both coastal and urban living, the eastern suburbs of Sydney boast heritage homes, coastal walks, intimate wine bars and pubs that exude the Aussie laidback lifestyle.

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