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    Road Trips Just Outside of Town to Fill an Entire Day Out

    Nine day trips close enough to squeeze in before dinner, from high tea in a 1904 hydropathic retreat to a solar-powered treetop park in the Otways.

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    A First-Time Snow Bunny's Guide to Cardrona Alpine Resort

    Armed with zero snow experience, Concrete Playground slips and slides down the most extensive yet welcoming winter wonderland in the Southern Hemisphere.

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    Markets Where You Can Do Your Whole Weekly Food Shop in One Go

    Nine markets where a full trolley's worth of the week's shopping is just as much the point as the wander.

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    From Riverfront Sleeps to London Bus Stays, These Camping Spots Have Been Named Australia's Best for 2026

    Camping season is calling, with these standout Australian spots offering everything from wild swimming to alpacas and mountain views.

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    Now Open: St Kilda's Newest Multi-Million-Dollar Hotel Brings Rooftop Vibes, All-Day Dining and Coastal Cocktails to the Foreshore

    Fitzroy Street is getting a new lease on life, with Novotel St Kilda bringing fresh colour and coastal character to the strip.

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    Late-Night Cocktail Bars Made for Just One More Round Before Ubers

    Twelve bars built for the hour when "one more round" turns into three, spanning a Godfather-themed basement, a moon-lit Shanghai den and a bar that distills its own fernet.

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    Kid-Friendly Spots Where the Whole Family Will Love Spending Time Together

    Nine family-friendly venues where a pig named Kevin Bacon, a cubby house inside a brewery, and gluten-free doughnuts do the heavy lifting of keeping everyone happy.

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    Jazz Bars to Settle Into and Lose Track of the Whole Night In

    Nine jazz bars where the drawcard is world-class acts, great drinks, and a distinct lack of signage.

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    The Best Ways to Recover, Backed by Data and Sleep Experts

    Sleep is an important part of recovery, but what you do throughout the day matters, too.

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    WHOOP Meridian Is Wearable Health Tech Made for Life Beyond the Gym

    Meet WHOOP Meridian, a screenless health tracker designed to go from the gym to the office and weddings without looking out of place.

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    A Weekender's Guide to Copenhagen: Where to Stay, Eat, Drink and Shop

    From a design-led hotel in the Latin Quarter to the vintage stores locals actually shop at, here's how to spend 48 hours (or more) in Copenhagen.

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    Skip Bali's Busiest Streets for This Surfside Resort, Where Black-Sand Beaches and a World-Class Break Meet Tropical Serenity

    A quieter Bali escape awaits on the Keramas coast, where serious surf is flanked by tropical gardens and a new wellness experience.

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    Women Who Inspire Us: Liz Dawes OAM on Turning Unimaginable Loss Into Australia's Biggest Fight Against Childhood Brain Cancer

    Thirteen years after her son Connor died at just eighteen, the founder and CEO of Connor's Run has helped make Australia a world leader in paediatric brain cancer research.

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    Lyka and Unyoked Have Teamed Up on Two Off-Grid Cabins That Give Dogs the Nature Escape, Treats and Fireplace Cuddles They Deserve

    Dogs deserve holidays too, and this new off-grid cabin stay is giving four-legged guests the full nature-retreat treatment.

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    Would You Let Someone Else Plan Your Wedding for You? This Couple From NSW Is Doing Just That

    Bianca and James spent three and a half years torn between a big wedding and eloping — until 'Pedestrian.TV' and Maltesers stepped in to plan, and pay for, both at once.

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    Independent Cinemas with Interesting and Unexpected Screenings

    The kind of cinemas where the screening is only half the reason to show up, these characterful picture palaces are high on vibes.

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    These Secluded NSW Properties Are Perfect for a Peaceful Weekend Escape

    Need to escape the city? These secluded NSW properties make the perfect peaceful weekend getaway, with cosy cabins, private retreats and beautiful natural surrounds.

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    The Best Ways to Celebrate the NFL's Debut in Melbourne

    Get into the spirit of game day with buffalo wings and waffle fries, floating football fields and cheerleaders, Buckets of Budweiser and massive match screenings.

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    A Non-Runner's Guide to Partying Your Way Around the TCS Sydney Marathon

    Get the group chat buzzing with this guide to the best things to do as a spectator at the TCS Sydney Marathon presented by ASICS.

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    A Weekender's Guide to the Barossa Valley and Beyond

    From Germanic Tanunda and Murray Street's heritage main strip, to the old-vine wineries, eateries and cellar doors.

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    The Best New Australian Books to Curl Up With This August

    A time-travelling news agency, fables about digital dystopias, the grief of losing a best friend and more.

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    Five Immersive Wellness Experiences Worth Booking This Season

    From live orchestras and forest bathing to floating sound baths, these wellness experiences are making recovery a little easier to prioritise.

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    The 17 Best Facials and Aestheticians in Melbourne

    These dermatologists and skin moguls are a match for pollution, stress and late nights in the city.

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    What to Do and Where to Stay During a Vibrant Spring Escape in New Zealand

    Save the Euro summer for another year and thaw out from winter with a colourful New Zealand getaway instead.

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    The Best New Venues in Uluwatu in 2026

    Bali's surfing hotspot is increasingly becoming the go-to for tourists and expats alike, with the culinary offering expanding rapidly alongside Uluwatu's growth.

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    Now Open: Aman Has Unveiled Its Latest Ultra-Luxe Desert Oasis on Mexico's Dramatic Baja Coast

    As the newest property in Aman's attention-grabbing expansion into the Americas, this desert-meets-ocean resort is defined by its surroundings.

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    Now Open: Temple Hangars Expands a Byron Bay Hinterland Favourite with Four Retreats Designed Around the Landscape

    Set among the farmland of Nashua, Temple Hangars brings together restrained architecture, thoughtful interiors and a deep connection to the surrounding landscape.

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    Coming Soon: Queenstown's New Lakefront Hotel Is Built for Snow Days, Spa Sessions and Sunset Drinks

    Queenstown's hotel scene is welcoming a fresh lifestyle escape that combines lake views and social spaces with more than a little deep relaxation.

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    The Best Boutique Gyms and Wellness Clubs in Melbourne for 2026

    Melbourne's fitness scene has levelled up, blending premium equipment, expert coaching and recovery spaces that make every session count.

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    This Just In: The Horniest Place in Australia Is This Tiny Town in Queensland

    New data from Lovehoney has ranked 1,227 Australian suburbs and towns by sex toy purchases per capita — and not one capital city cracked the top ten.

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    Lancemore Mansion Hotel Is Serving Up Gourmet S'mores (and Your Third Night For Free) in Werribee This Month

    There are plenty of ways to relax at this opulent estate in the unexpected suburb of Werribee.

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    Australia's Sauna Scene Is Getting Serious with a New Association and a Very Sweaty Festival Heading to the Blue Mountains

    Saunas have never been hotter, and a new national organisation is marking the moment with a major gathering.

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    Your Lombok Holiday Could Come with a Rafa Nadal-Approved Forehand When This Luxury Coastal Resort Opens in 2028

    This sprawling luxury destination will feature serious sporting credentials when it opens in 2028, including Southeast Asia's first Rafa Nadal Tennis Centre.

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    This Just In: Bali's FINNS Beach Club Just Got Even Bigger With A Brand New VIP Section

    The world-famous Canggu beach club has added 14 premium cabanas, 95 daybeds and a rooftop champagne pool, developed with Moët & Chandon, to its already sprawling Berawa venue.

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    Coming Soon: Love Athletica Is Heading to Brighton, Launching a Two-Storey Studio with Hot Mat Workouts and Tea Rituals

    The bayside's fitness scene is getting a boost as this much-loved studio unveils a new two-storey wellness destination.

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    Coming Soon: Saddles Mount White Is Expanding Beyond Dining with Luxe Hinterland Villas, a Piano Bar and a Rejuvenating Spa

    This beloved hinterland estate is trading day trips for overnight stays with a luxe retreat hidden among scenic bushland.

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    Now Open: Chapel Street Has a New Six-Court Padel Club, Complete with Its Own Cafe and Terrace for Post-Match Hangs

    South Yarra has welcomed a fresh way to sweat and socialise, as this new padel club pairs on-court action with all-day coffee.

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    No School, No Problem: The Keys Is Turning the Teacher Strike Into a Play Day with Free Arcade Games and Cheap Bowling

    With most schools closed for the teachers' strike, this nostalgic leisure centre is giving parents a cheap way to keep their kids entertained.

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    From Palau to New Caledonia: These Are the Most Popular Island Destinations with Australian Travellers Right Now

    Australians chasing sunshine are swapping lengthy overseas trips for these idyllic island holidays just a few hours away.

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