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    Australia Is Launching Vax Travel Certificates So You Can Show Your Jab Status When Heading Overseas

    If you've been double-vaccinated and you have a valid Australian passport, you can access the new travel certificates from Tuesday, October 19.

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    Metropolitan Melbourne's Lockdown, Curfew and Travel Radius Will All End at 11.59pm on October 21

    Victoria is set to hit the 70-percent double-jabbed mark earlier than expected, so stay-at-home conditions now have a firm end date — and the roadmap out of lockdown has been tweaked.

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    International Travel Will Be Back on the Cards for Vaccinated Australians From November 1

    On the same date, New South Wales will drop all quarantine requirements and caps for double-vaccinated Aussies.

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    The Victorian Cherry Trail Will Feature Eight Orchards and Cherry Ice-Cream This Year

    Cherry season kicks off in early November — and this harvest trail shows you all the best spots to get your cherry fix while it's on.

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    Melbourne's Pet-Friendly BYO Picnic Boats Are Available to Book for Yarra Cruises Once Again

    These river boats are back in operation, as long as you live within 15 kilometres of Southbank — and your sailing route.

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    What Three Top Chefs Love About Eating (And Cooking) Plant-Based

    "Plant-based eating is honestly no different to eating any other meal. Good food is good food."

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    Bonza Is the New Low-Cost Airline Taking to Australia's Skies in Early 2022

    The carrier plans to offer new routes into regional Australia, and give Aussies more options when it comes to airfares.

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    Fiji Is Reopening to Australian Tourists in November If You're Keen for a Tropical Getaway

    Virgin Australia has also announced daily flights to Nadi from Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane from mid-December.

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    Qantas' Direct Australia-to-London Flights Will Depart From Darwin When Overseas Travel Restarts

    Until at least April 2022, the airline will fly out of the Northern Territory instead of Perth due to Western Australia's strict border rules.

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    Removing Your Face Mask to Drink Alcohol in Public Is Now Allowed Again in Melbourne

    Your lockdown-approved picnics can now include drinks, with the Victorian Government scrapping one of its strict mask rules.

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    Australians with Severely Compromised Immune Systems Can Get a Third COVID-19 Jab From October 11

    The Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation has confirmed the booster shots for severely immunocompromised Aussies, which'll start being rolled out from October 11.

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    This Helpful Interactive Map Shows Victoria's COVID-19 Vaccination Rates by Postcode

    The Victorian Government maps lets Melburnians see the percentage of residents who've had the jab across the city and state.

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    Sea Lake Has Unveiled a New Indigenous Art Gallery, Visitor Hub and Viewing Platform Overlooking Lake Tyrrell

    The state's largest and oldest inland salt lake has scored a new suite of upgrades.

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    You Could Win $1 Million for Getting Vaccinated Thanks to This New Australian Competition

    Daily prizes are also being given away as part of the new Million Dollar Vax promotion, from a total prize pool of $4.1 million.

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    Qantas Will Resume International Flights To and From Australia Next Month

    The airline will restart flights to Los Angeles and London when Australia's international borders will reopen in mid-November.

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    International Travel Will Restart for Vaccinated Aussies on a State-By-State Basis From November

    When 80 percent of eligible residents in a state or territory have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19, that state or territory will be permitted to recommence international travel.

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    This Website Helps You Easily Find You and Your Mate's 15-Kilometre Bubble Crossover

    Picnics are allowed, the travel radius has expanded to 15 kilometres, and this'll handy website will help you plan out where to head.

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    Preview: Australia's First Ever Ace Hotel Looks Predictably Sleek as Hell

    Take a sneak peek inside the first Ace Hotel to grace Australian shores.

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    Qantas Might Start Flying Direct From Darwin to London When International Travel Resumes

    Due to Western Australia's strict border rules, the airline won't resume its direct Perth-to-London route until at least April 2022; however, it's looking to depart from the Northern Territory instead.

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    Qantas and Jetstar Will Increase Domestic Flights From Late October as NSW and Victoria Reopen

    Travel between New South Wales and Victoria will resume on Friday, November 5, while flights within regional NSW will ramp up from Monday, October 25.

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    Victoria Will Trial Vaccine Passports in Regional Areas Ahead of Melbourne's Lockdown Ending

    When Melbourne's lockdown ends, the plan is to let everyone check in at venues and show proof that you're vaccinated with the same app.

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    Here's How to Measure What Is 15 Kilometres From Your Home Under Melbourne's New Lockdown Rules

    When Victoria hits the 80-percent single-jab mark, Melburnians will be able to exercise, shop for groceries and enjoy outdoor social interaction within 15 kilometres of home.

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    Melburnians Can Travel 15 Kilometres and Enjoy More Outdoor Activities From September 28

    The first set of eased restrictions under Victoria's roadmap out of lockdown will kick in when the state reaches the 80-percent single-dosed vaccination mark.

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    Fifty Percent of Eligible Australians Are Now Fully Vaccinated Against COVID-19

    More than 26 million jabs have been given so far, and almost 75 percent of eligible population has received their first dose.

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    Melbourne's New Limited-Edition Lockdown Commemoration T-Shirt Features Artwork by Oslo Davis

    Pay tribute to Melbourne's lengthy lockdown stint while raising funds for Beyond Blue.

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    Every Lockdown Gift Idea to Send to Every Type of Person in Your Life

    Channel your online shopping skills and check out these top-notch present picks.

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    The Federal Government Aims to Open Australia's International Borders "By Christmas at the Latest"

    "It's another reason why everyone should get vaccinated," said Minister for Trade, Tourism and Investment Dan Tehan.

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    Melbourne Just Got Hit By an Actual Earthquake

    The shakes lasted about 20 seconds, which proved pretty exciting stuff for this particular writer who hadn't even had their morning coffee yet.

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    Friendship Island Is the Handy Website Helping You and Your Pals Plot Out Lockdown Picnic Spots

    Sydneysiders and Melburnians can drop pins, find crossover areas with their mates and start planning those picnics.

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    These New Queensland Travel Vouchers Will Give You $250 for Tours in the State's Tropical North

    There are 8000 up for grabs between now and April 2022, as long as you spend more than $1000 on your trip.

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    The Moderna Vaccine Is Being Rolled Out Via Australian Pharmacies From This Week

    Three COVID-19 vaccinations, from AstraZeneca, Pfizer and now Moderna, are now available in Australia.

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    Ten Easy Ways to Improve Your Mood When You've Had a Rough Day

    Try one of these mood boosters the next time you need to turn a topsy-turvy day around.

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    This Adorable Live-Stream Lets You Watch Collins Street's Peregrine Falcons 24/7 

    A feathered duo has kept a nest atop 367 Collins Street since 1991 — and you can watch chicks hatch there each year.

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    The NT Government Is Giving Fully Vaxxed Aussies $1000 Discounts on Trips to the Territory

    Tourism NT is the first Australian tourism body to offer a vaccine incentive, with the special applying to flights, accommodation, tours and attractions, and vehicle hire.

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    This Is What Victoria's Four-Phase Roadmap Out of the State's Current Lockdown Looks Like

    Restrictions will ease at four different points over the coming months, starting with reaching the 80-percent single-dosed vaccination mark — which is expected around Sunday, September 25.

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    Australia and New Zealand's Trans-Tasman Bubble Will Remain Suspended for Another Eight Weeks

    The pause first started back in July, and will now remain in place until at least mid-November.

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    Taronga Zoo Has Just Welcomed Five African Lion Cubs and It's Live-Streaming Them 24/7

    For the first time in more than 18 years, lion cubs have been born at Taronga Zoo Sydney — and you can spend your day watching them.

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    This Website Helps You Easily Find You and Your Mate's Ten-Kilometre Bubble Crossover

    From 11.59pm on Friday, September 17, you can travel twice as far to exercise — so this will make planning a breeze.

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    Here's How to Measure What Is Ten Kilometres From Your Home Under Melbourne's Eased Lockdown Rules

    With Victoria about to hit the 70-percent single-jab mark, Melburnians under lockdown will be able to exercise, shop for groceries and enjoy outdoor social interaction within ten kilometres of home.

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    Outdoor Gathering and Travel Rules Are Easing Because Victoria Will Hit 70-Percent Single Jabs Today

    From 11.59pm on Friday, September 17, Melburnians will be allowed to picnic outside with someone they don't live with — and travel ten kilometres from home for exercise and to shop.

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    Victoria Is Still Getting the AFL Grand Final Public Holiday Even Though It's Being Played in Perth

    You can still sleep in and celebrate on the day before the big game — even under Melbourne's lockdown.

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    Australia Is Implementing a New Digital Passenger Declaration When International Travel Resumes

    The new digital pass will replace physical incoming passenger cards, and will also capture your vaccination status.

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