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    The Last Lunar Eclipse of the Year Visible from Melbourne Is Happening Next Week

    Here's when and where to see it — because there won't be another one until 2020.

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    Australia's Ancient Indigenous Budj Bim Region Has Been Added to UNESCO's World Heritage List

    It's among 21 new places added to the list, all during the World Heritage Committee's 2019 meeting in Azerbaijan.

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    Five Ways to Beat the Cold on a Winter Trip to Sydney

    Discover the sparkling harbourside city with a stay right in the heart of it all.

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    Buses Will Replace Trains on a Heap of Melbourne's Train Lines Again This Winter

    Parts of the rail network will be closed throughout July to complete upgrades for the Metro Tunnel.

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    A Huge NAIDOC Week March Has Shutdown Melbourne's CBD

    Expect a slew of road closures and limited trams until 3pm.

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    How to Hibernate This Winter But Still Live Your Best Life

    Grab some blankets, invite your mates and cosy into full hibernation the right way.

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    How to Spend a Weekend in the Heart of Sydney on a Budget

    Head to aperitivo hour to sip $5 negronis and create your own pub (or brewery) crawl through the city.

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    How to Spend a Weekend in the Heart of Brisbane on a Budget

    Explore a new dining precinct and hang at a hidden rooftop pool overlooking the city.

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    Melbourne Just Survived Its Coldest June Day in 35 Years

    Here's hoping that this weekend's low temps and winter solstice means we're through the worst of it.

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    Qantas Has Been Named One of the World's Best Airlines for 2019

    Jetstar also made the best low-cost airline list.

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    Melbourne's Best Ice Rinks (and Slides) to Spin and Skate Around This Winter

    The time for ice skating and basking in the wintry weather is here.

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    Five Out-of-Town Dates to Plan This Winter on the Mornington Peninsula

    This coastal region has sculpture gardens on vineyards, walks through rugged landscapes and, of course, plenty of pinot.

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    Melbourne's Train Network Could Soon be Affected by a 48-Hour Strike

    The Rail Tram and Bus Union will vote on whether to take industrial action, in the midst of tense negotiations with Metro Trains.

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    Five Key Skills You Should Master for Your Job

    Chance favours the prepared mind. Here's how to prep.

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    You'll Be Able to Indulge Your Love of Marvel at a Theme Park From 2020

    With 'Spider-Man' and 'Guardians of the Galaxy' rides, a microbrewery and a huge merchandise store.

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    You Can Now Buy Britain's Notorious (and Supposedly Haunted) Medieval Witch Prison

    In the 16th century, The Cage in St-Osyth was used to house 13 women accused of witchcraft while they were awaiting trial.

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    You Can Now Book Next-Level Multi-Day Travel Adventures Around the Globe Through Airbnb

    Trek through the Amazon, take a culinary kayaking trip through the Sweden or island hop around the Galapagos.

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    Ten Winter Weekenders in Australia That Don't Involve Skiing

    Swap the snow for a getaway dedicated to truffle hunting in WA, wine tasting in the Adelaide Hills or dark arts in Tasmania.

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    A 500-Square-Metre Mirror and Hedge Maze Has Just Opened Inside Singapore's Changi Airport

    It's part of a giant new greenery-filled amusement park with seven different attractions.

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    You'll Soon Be Able to Take a (Very Expensive) Holiday to the International Space Station

    NASA is opening the low-orbit facility to private astronauts, as well as commercial and tourism ventures.

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    Where to Find the Cosiest Stays, Red Wine and Fireplaces around Regional Victoria for Maximum Hygge

    Winter is made for creating cosy moments — and these spots will help you do it best.

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    The Go-To Gin Guide to Winter in Melbourne

    Even as the winter chill sets in, there are plenty of reasons to get out and about (with a gin in hand) this season.

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    You Can Now Head to a Galaxy Far, Far Away at Disney's First 'Star Wars' Theme Park Zone

    Disneyland's Galaxy's Edge has thrown open its intergalactic doors, with another set to launch at Disney World in August.

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    NASA Will Start Launching Rockets From Australia in 2020

    The US organisation is setting up temporary launch facilities at the Arnhem Space Centre in the Northern Territory.

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    Melbourne Is Currently Shivering Through Its Coldest May Day in Seven Years

    Blizzards, thunderstorms and damaging winds are also expected across the state.

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    A Wine Lover's Guide to Waiheke

    Discover all the top drops, food and sights that this island region has on offer.

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    A Wine Lover's Guide to Matakana

    Journey north on your next stay in Auckland to discover wineries filled with quirky sculptures, rare wine varietals and award-winning restaurants.

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    A Wine Lover's Guide to Kumeu

    On your next short break in Auckland, dedicate a day to visiting these nearby first-class wineries.

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    A 300-Metre-Long Inflatable Obstacle Course for Adults Is Coming to Australia

    The Beast is set to take over Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth in summer 2020.

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    Five Ways to Avoid Going into Full Hibernation This Winter

    Stave off the cold-weather slump with some city adventures.

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    You Can Now Order an Uber Submarine to Explore the Depths of the Great Barrier Reef

    You can now get a 'scUber' on demand — if you've got a spare $3000.

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    Five Adventure Activities to Try with Your Crew this Winter

    Because nothing says bonding like heart-stopping adventure.

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    Five Spectacular Waterfalls to Visit Near Melbourne

    Get out of the city and explore some of Victoria's most phenomenal falls.

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    Uber's New Quiet Mode Will Let You Ride in Silence

    The ridesharing service is rolling out a feature that lets customers choose their level of conversation.

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    BrewDog's Suitably Boozy Craft Beer Airline Is Hitting the Skies Again

    Yes, it's all about drinking craft brews at 30,000 feet — again.

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    Seven Unexpected Things You Can Do and See in Tasmania

    From visiting a seahorse farm to breaking taboos at a museum dedicated to poo.

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    Five Experiences Completely Unique to Tasmania in Winter

    From exploring snowy enchanted forests to dressing up and dancing through apple orchards

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