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    Seven of the Best Spots Where You Can Camp, Hike and Swim with Your Dog in Victoria

    Head out into the great outdoors with your best mate at these dog-friendly hiking, swimming and camping spots around Victoria.

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    Nine of the Best Walks Around Metro Melbourne

    Scenic trails in Melbourne that prove you don't need to venture far to take a hike.

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    Tony Hawk Is Dropping in Down Under to Chat About His Career and Turn a Brisbane Venue Into a 'Pro Skater' Level

    The skater icon will discuss his decades on the board — and turn Brisbane's Fortitude Music Hall into one of the levels from 'Tony Hawk's Pro Skater'.

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    Qantas Is Adding Direct Flights From Australia to Paris in Time for the 2024 Olympics and Euro Summer Trips

    Launching in July 2024, the brand-new route to the French capital joins the airline's regular non-stop London leg, and will take 17 hours.

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    Five Epic Multi-Day Hikes to Conquer Near Melbourne

    Walk your way through the most beautiful parts of Victoria (while staying at remote campgrounds) during these multi-day hikes near Melbourne.

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    The Seven Best One-Day Hikes Near Melbourne

    Swap the inner-city pavement for idyllic bush tracks, coastal walks and mountain peaks.

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    The Seven Best Caves to Visit Near Melbourne

    Crawl out of your living room cave and into these awe-inspiring ones dotted about the Victorian countryside.

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    Level Up Your Stay: You Can Now Book a Night (or Week) at Melbourne's First Gaming-Themed Hotel Room

    This room at View Melbourne boasts all the equipment you'll need, gamer snacks and unlimited popcorn from the in-room popcorn machine.

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    Adidas Is Teaming Up with a Heap of Sydney and Melbourne Favourites to Throw a Series of Spring Parties

    Baba's Place, A1 Bakery, Valentinas, Haus of Dizzy and the One Day crew are among ten venues and creative teams throwing parties in November.

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    The Matildas Are Back in Australia to Play Three Games Over the Next Week If You're Missing the Women's World Cup

    Sam Kerr, Mary Fowler and the rest of the squad will take to the field in Perth — and all three games are sold out, with 100,000 tickets snapped up.

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    Brisbane Has Been Named One of the World's Best Places to Visit in 2024 by Travel Guide Frommer's

    First 'TIME', then the World's Best 50 Hotels and now this travel publication have all showered the Queensland capital with love this year.

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    Melbourne's Best Dog-Friendly Parks and Beaches for the Ultimate Pup Time

    Guaranteed patsville at these pet-friendly beaches and parks scattered all over Melbourne.

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    The Ten Best Bike Rides In and Around Melbourne

    From leisurely city rides to stunning coastal climbs, here are the best bike trails to glide around on two wheels.

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    Ten of the Best Walks in and Around Melbourne

    Give that activewear the workout it deserves by hitting up these short hikes in and around Melbourne.

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    Picture Time: Westfield Is Bringing Back Its Adorable Pet Photo Shoots with Santa This Christmas

    Dogs, cats and even rabbits can get into the festive spirit — and you'll score a cute snap for your wall.

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    The Best Kayaking and Canoeing Spots Near Melbourne

    Escape the city for a day gliding on the water spotting platypuses, dolphins and aquatic birds.

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    The Five Best Snorkelling Spots In and Around Melbourne

    Swim with seals, explore octopus gardens and peek into the underwater lives of starfish, sea anemones and more at these Victorian snorkelling spots.

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    Brisbane's Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary Is Adding a Nocturnal Precinct So You Can See Its Furry Residents at Night

    The Fig Tree Pocket animal haven is gaining seven night-time exhibit spaces, featuring tree kangaroos, potoroos, pademelons, bandicoots and more — and a new kilometre-long boardwalk.

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    Nomu Saketen Sake Sessions

    Friday, May 17, 2024, Saturday, May 18, 2024, Friday, May 24, 2024 and Saturday, May 25, 2024 

    CBCB & ODFUB, Brunswick

    Sample small-batch sakes paired with light snacks in Brunswick every Friday and Saturday night.

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    Free Wings at BEAST City

    Friday, May 24, 2024

    Beast City, Melbourne

    Head to the CBD diner to score up to six free Southern-fried chicken wings this Friday afternoon.

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    Burgundy vs Tasmania Wine Dinner

    Monday, May 20, 2024

    Pure South Dining, Southbank

    Sample five courses of fine Tasmanian produce paired with handpicked drops from both the famed French wine region and the Apple Isle.

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    Sunset Boulevard

    Tuesday, May 21 - Sunday, August 11, 2024

    Princess Theatre, Melbourne

    Starring Sarah Brightman as Norma Desmond, this Tony-winning musical based on the film of the same name is playing Melbourne.

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    Sister Act: A Divine Musical Comedy

    Sunday, November 3 - Sunday, December 15, 2024

    Regent Theatre, Melbourne

    Your prayers have been answered: this smash-hit Broadway musical is finally bringing its screen-to-stage show to Melbourne.

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    $8 Tickets for Eight Days at FoMo Cinemas

    Friday, May 24 - Friday, May 31, 2024

    FoMo Cinemas, Brunswick East

    Hitting the flicks at this new East Brunswick Village cinema just got cheaper, with every ticket to every movie costing just $8 during this eight-day special.

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    Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga

    Thursday, May 23 - Wednesday, June 19, 2024

    Various cinemas in Melbourne

    Enlisting Anya Taylor-Joy and Chris Hemsworth on a prequel to 'Fury Road', George Miller has made another 'Mad Max' franchise marvel.

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    IF

    Thursday, May 16 - Wednesday, June 5, 2024

    Various cinemas in Melbourne

    Instead of aliens in 'A Quiet Place' and its sequel, John Krasinski ponders a world where imaginary friends are real in this warmly whimsical family-friendly fantasy.

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    Rocco's On Tour

    Sunday, May 19 and Sunday, May 26, 2024 

    Toorak Cellars, Armadale

    Rocco's will be slinging two of its most popular sandwiches at two southside pop-ups this month.

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    Spanish Film Festival

    Friday, June 14 - Wednesday, July 10, 2024

    Select cinemas in Melbourne, Various locations

    Say hola to the Melbourne's annual showcase of Spanish and Latin American movies — including a celebration of Salvador Dalí in cinema.

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    These Airbnb Hosts and Their Stays Were Just Named the Best in Australia and New Zealand for 2023

    These hosts with the most have won some love for a romantic Sunshine Coast retreat, a stay in a 1920s steam train carriage and a Hamurana cabin with an outdoor bath.

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    Virgin Just Dropped a New Flight Sale with 500,000-Plus Domestic and International Fares From $45

    Start making 2024 travel plans to Hamilton Island, Bali, Fiji and Tokyo.

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    Five Ways to Experience Melbourne like You Never Have Before

    From cocktails in the clouds to spooky night walks, and hot air balloon sunrises to sleepovers at the zoo, there are endless sides to Melbourne begging to be explored.

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    Matildas Mackenzie Arnold, Mary Fowler and Alanna Kennedy Will Chat Football at a Big Sydney Stadium Event

    Talking through their experiences at the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup, the footballing trio will hit the pitch at the first-ever Open Air Live event.

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    Our Guide to the Best Glamping Sites Around Australia

    Stay in luxury tents scattered among remote deserts, lush rainforests and tropical islands at these Australian glamping sites.

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    An Insider's Guide to the Best of Spring in Melbourne

    From floating bars on the Yarra to a festival on a tramline to the sound of jazz across the city, see why Melbourne is the place to be this spring.

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    Twelve Incredible Australian Islands for When You Want to Get Off the Mainland

    You don't need to travel to Bali or Thailand to have an island holiday — these adventurous and relaxing spots are just off the coast of Australia.

  • News

    Confirmed: Soho House Is Officially Opening Its First-Ever Australian Outpost in Sydney

    Soho House is transforming a Crown Street building into a five-storey mega-venue featuring multiple indoor and outdoor dining and socialising spaces — and it's also taking over The Old Clare for SXSW Sydney.

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    A Huge Interactive NBA Exhibition That Bounces Through Basketball History Is Coming to Australia

    Making its Australian debut in Brisbane, this basketball showcase will take over two levels, sprawl across 1000 square metres and feature 20 themed sections.

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    Skiing, Partying, Tunes and Bungee Jumping: Why Queenstown's Snow Machine Is a Must-Attend Fest

    It may seem like just another festival on the surface, but repeat customers know this five-day blowout is so much more than that.

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    The Ten Best Hotels for Swingers

    Here are ten hotels where you can indulge in the universal act of swinging.

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    Hey Now, You Can Stay (and Go Play) in Shrek's Swamp for a Weekend Thanks to Airbnb

    Donkey is the host of this free fairy tale-inspired getaway in the Scottish Highlands, which is happening in the lead up to Halloween.

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    The Best Hotels in Sydney

    Whether you're vacationing or staycationing, this lineup of the top hotels in Sydney will help you live your best life — fine restaurants, premium spas and unbeatable views across the city await.

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    The Calile in Brisbane Was Just Named Oceania and Australia's Top Spot at the World's Best 50 Hotels 

    Coming in 12th on the World's Best's first-ever hotels list, the Sunshine State drawcard is the only Australian venue to make the cut.

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    Four Ways to Escape Adulthood and Bring Out Your Inner Child at The Funderdome

    Low stakes, no pressure and a high chance of a great time.

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    House of Sunny Has Turned Its Latest Collection Into a One-Night-Only Airbnb That You Can Stay in for Free

    If you're in the UK for London Fashion Week, you can slumber inside the fashion label's Hackney showroom.

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    Coming Soon: Australia's New 'Monopoly' Theme Park Will Get You Passing Go in Melbourne From October

    Tickets are now on sale for this board game come to life, which includes a 'Monopoly' store, 'Monopoly' cafe and 'Monopoly' challenges.

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    The Best Dog-Friendly Hotels, B&Bs and Self-Contained Getaways in Victoria

    Accommodations where both you and your pet can sit and stay all around Victoria.

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    Bendigo Bloom Is Back for Its 20th Anniversary with Food, Wine, Comedy and 53,000 Tulips

    The star of the show is the huge tulip display, which will light up at night — and, for three days, you can also bend and stretch at a yoga festival.

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    Grab Your Suitcase: Australia's Newest Airline Bonza Is Doing 20-Percent Off Flights for Five Days

    The low-cost carrier is dropping its fares on all 18 destinations and 34 routes, with flights starting from $39.20.

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    You Can Holiday in Olympic BMX Gold Medalist Logan Martin's Gold Coast Home for Just $16 a Night

    Fancy a long-weekend getaway with a backyard skatepark and putting green? Airbnb's latest one-off stay is offering exactly that — and for cheap.

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    Virgin Just Dropped a Week-Long Sale with 300,000 Flights to and From Queensland From $49

    Spend spring, summer or autumn in the Sunshine State — or, Queenslanders, book cheap flights to head around the rest of the country.

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    Virgin Has Launched Bag Tracking to Help Fix One of the Most Annoying Things About Air Travel

    The airline has been piloting the luggage-tracking tool since May, and has now rolled it out on almost 70-percent of domestic flights.

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    Eyes to the Sky: A Super Blue Moon (and 2023's Largest Full Moon) Will Be Visible Down Under This Week

    August's last full moon is both a supermoon and a blue moon — because it'll be at the the closest point to Earth in its elliptical orbit, and it's the second full moon this month.

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