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    Sydney Will Soon Be Home to a New Masterplanned Community Called Gilead

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    Australia Is Set to Ban Non-Recyclable Packaging By 2025

    100 percent of the country's packaging will be recyclable, compostable or reusable in the next seven years.

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    The Victorian Government has announced it's started planning work on the proposed rail infrastructure.

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    R.M. Williams Is Releasing a Second Run of Its Gold Metallic Boots

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    This New Sydney Map Highlights the City's Least Safe Spots for Women

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    Adidas' New Kicks Are Made From Recycled Ocean Plastic

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    Gorman Has Just Dropped a New Range of Raincoats for Very Good (Well-Dressed) Dogs

    The adorable coats — which come in patching patterns for us humans — will help raise funds for Guide Dogs Australia.

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    Indian Ride-Share Company Ola Has Launched in Melbourne

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    One of Melbourne's Public Transport Black Holes Might Be Getting a Tram Line

    The proposed line would run from Caulfield out to Rowville, with much-needed stops at Monash Uni, Monash Medical Centre and Chadstone.

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    McDonald's Has Started Phasing Out Plastic Straws

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    Australia Is Getting Its First Scooter Taxi Service

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    We're Giving Away Three Sets of Voice-Activated JBL Speakers

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    Zara Has Finally Launched Its Australian Online Store

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    A New Indoor Vertical Farm Is Being Built In Preston

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    Netherlands Supermarket Ekoplaza Has Launched a World-First Plastic-Free Aisle

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    You Might Soon Be Able to Check-In to International Flights Using Your Face and Fingerprints

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    Collingwood's Stomping Ground Brewery Co. Is Going Solar-Powered

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    Queensland Now Has a State-Wide 'Electric Super Highway'

    Electric car owners can now drive from the Gold Coast and Cairns — and charge up for free.

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