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    Cameras That Catch You Using Your Phone While Driving Are Coming to NSW Roads

    In a world-first move, NSW is introducing cameras to catch illegal phone use while driving.

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    Living Coral Is Pantone's 'Life-Affirming' 2019 Colour of the Year

    Will this soothing coral colour provide us with energy and comfort in the coming year?

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    Melbourne Is Currently Copping Its First Heatwave of the Season

    It's set to hit 38 degrees in the city on Friday.

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    Melbourne's CBD Could Score a Huge New Precinct with Plant-Filled Rooftops

    The proposed $232 million project would see a new green precinct built between Bourke and Little Collins streets.

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    Nationwide Bans Have Already Helped Eliminate 1.5 Billion Plastic Bags from the System

    With plastic bag usage down by 80 percent at retailers across the country.

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    Amazon Has Finally Reopened Its US Site to Aussie Shoppers

    Just in time for the Black Friday Sales (and Christmas).

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    Ten Gifts to Splash Out on for the Most Important People in Your Life

    The big-ticket items for when money is no object.

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    Melbourne's Best New Spaces of 2018

    Six of the most stunning and thought provoking new buildings, artworks and venues to arrive in Melbourne this year.

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    Lego's Crowdfunded Set for Adults Could be Your Nostalgic New Way to De-Stress

    The fish-themed new line encourages adults to get creative, building a koi fish or even a shark.

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    A 'Pokémon Go'-Style 'Harry Potter' Game Is Coming to Your Phone in 2019

    'Wizard's Unite' will have you casting spells and trying to keep the wizarding world's secrets.

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    Lime's Dockless Electric Scooter Service Has Launched in Brisbane

    You can now zip around the city on a motorised scooter for a couple of dollars.

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    These New Silver R.M. Williams Boots Will Shoot to the Top of Your Christmas List

    The iconic Australian brand is following up its popular gold boots with a new limited edition run in metallic silver.

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    Ten Gifts Under $50 They Won't Want to Return

    From beeswax wraps to bacon making kits, these pressies will put you in the good books.

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    Samsung Has Unveiled a Foldable Smartphone That Opens Into a Tablet

    It'll feature a single screen that can fold in the middle — and will let you use up to three apps simultaneously.

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    Lime Is the Newest Dockless Bike Share Company to Brave the Streets of Sydney

    The Californian company has rolled out its electric-assist Lime-E bikes across the city.

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    Melbourne Could Be One of the First Three Cities to Test Uber's Flying Taxis in 2020

    With flights to Melbourne Airport expected to take only five minutes — and cost the price of an Uber X.

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    This New Map Allows Melburnians to Flag Problem Spots for Gender Equality in Their Neighbourhood

    The map will be used to create public spaces and facilities that are inclusive and respectful of all genders.

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    The Swedish Brand Behind Those Miniature Kanken Backpacks Is Opening Its First Aussie Store

    Fjallraven's Melbourne Central store will offer complimentary coffee and an extensive range of clothing and accessories for the great outdoors.

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    Europe Is Set to Do the World's Oceans a Solid By Banning Several Single-Use Plastic Items

    The EU is planning to phase out plastic cutlery, plates, stirrers and straws, as well as cotton buds and balloon sticks, by 2021.

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    A Huge New Community Park Has Just Opened Five Minutes from Melbourne's CBD

    Kirrip Park is the size of 20 netball courts and is primed for dog walking, park runs and sunny book reading.

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    Melbourne Bitter Has Unveiled a New Line of Merch for Your Summer Wardrobe

    Tees, shorts and shirts, inspired by 80 years of Melbourne Bitter history

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    Melbourne's Superhero-Themed Marvel Stadium Has Just Been Unmasked

    Etihad Stadium — which sees many an AFL blockbuster — has been given a new moniker as part of an eight-year partnership with The Walt Disney Company Australia.

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    Flatpack King IKEA Is Hosting a Huge Aussie-Wide Four-Day Clearance Sale

    With at least 40 percent off 400 different products.

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    Melbourne's New Apple Store Could Be Axed as Federation Square Recommended for Permanent Heritage Status

    A final decision will be made on the Victorian landmark's heritage status in 60 days.

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    A Big Chunk of St Kilda Road Could Soon Be Turned Into Bike Lanes

    If re-elected, the Victorian Labor Government wants to increase cyclist safety by installing two new bike lanes along the busy strip

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    A Bluffer's Guide to Coworking Spaces

    Are Friday drinks still a thing? Can I bring my dog? We've covered all your curly questions about coworking spaces.

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    Southbank Boulevard's Green Makeover Has Begun with the Installation of Plant-Covered Tram Tracks

    The tram tracks now boast a carpet of native pig face and everlasting daisies

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    Victoria Bitter Has Just Dropped a Heap of Retro Clothing and Merch

    That much-loved logo is now splashed on t-shirts, jumpers, caps and stubby coolers.

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    Melbourne Could Be Getting 15 New Off-Leash Dog Parks

    If re-elected, Labor will transform underused reserves in places like Knox, Boroondara, Darebin, Brimbank and Casey into enclosed dog parks.

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    Sorrento's Historic Continental Hotel Is Set to Be Reborn as a Luxe Restaurant, Wellness Centre and Hotel

    The first stage of the $80 million redevelopment — including a Champagne bar, fine diner and bistro — is set to launch in September 2019.

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    This Is What Melbourne's Newest Inner-City Suburb Fishermans Bend Will Look Like in 2050

    The Andrews Government has released a new framework for the urban renewal of the area.

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    The Victorian Government Is Launching Free Public Transport for Disadvantaged Melburnians

    It's part of a year-long trial to keep fares fair and help support homeless and disadvantaged Victorians.

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    Uniqlo Has Just Released a Bunch of T-Shirts Dedicated to Japan's Best Ramen Joints

    The Japanese brand's new t-shirt collection references pop culture images from across the globe.

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    Looks Like We're Getting a High-Speed Train to Geelong No Matter Who Wins the State Election

    The Opposition has unveiled its own plans for a $19 billion regional rail revamp, featuring trains running at 200 kilometres per hour.

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    Sydney's Abandoned Underground St James Tunnels Could Be Opened Up to the Public

    The NSW Government plans to turn the underground space into restaurants, bars, shops and cultural spaces.

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    Five Stalls to Visit at Finders Keepers Melbourne Spring/Summer 2018

    From veggie gardens for any sized home to jewellery inspired by coastal Mornington Peninsula to buttery pierogies.

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    Uber Has Unveiled a Heap of New Safety Functions to Help You Stay Safe During a Trip

    Including a 'panic button' that connects you directly to 000 and the ability to easily share your location with friends and fam.

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    The First Stage of the State Library Victoria's Transformation Is Now Open to the Public

    The $88 million revamp sees the addition of two new reading rooms, a dedicated events space, a larger Readings bookstore and a new cafe to the Swanston Street institution.

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    MPavilion Will Be Hosting More Than 400 Free Events This Spring and Summer

    Including yoga and dance classes, a Halloween ball and a marriage equality one-year-anniversary party.

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