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    The European Union Is Reopening Its Borders to Tourists from Down Under

    Australians and New Zealanders still can't leave the country, though — but you can add Europe to your holiday list when local travel restrictions are lifted.

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    Queensland Will Reopen Its Border to All Aussie States and Territories Except Victoria from July 10

    "Due to current community transmission levels, the border with Victoria will remain closed — and will be strengthened."

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    A Food and Wine Lover's Guide to the Fleurieu Peninsula

    Restaurants in caves, architectural masterpieces in vineyards and some of the world's best red wine — you'll find it all 40 minutes from Adelaide.

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    Australian Borders Likely to Remain Closed to International Travel Until 2021

    But a 'travel bubble' with New Zealand — potentially before next year — is still on the cards.

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    Queensland Is Aiming to Reopen Its Border By July 10

    If community transmission levels are low in Australia's southern states, the Queensland border could even open earlier.

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    South Australia Is the Next Australian State to Reveal When It's Opening Its Borders

    Start planning those SA getaways — the state will let non-residents come visit from July 20.

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    New Zealand Now Has Zero Active Cases of COVID-19

    All COVID-19 restrictions will be lifted in NZ at midnight tonight — but the country's borders will remain closed for now.

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    Qantas and Jetstar Will Start Ramping Up Domestic Flights from the End of June

    And Qantas is launching a new direct flight from Sydney to Ballina, too.

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    Uber Is Rolling Out Its World-First Car Rental App in Australia

    Just in time to head on a well-deserved road trip.

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    Petstock Has Released a New Line of Accessories to Keep Your Pets Cute and Cosy This Winter

    Including chunky jumpers, shiny parkas, sporty jackets and wool-lined coats.

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    Greece Will Reopen to Tourists from Down Under from Mid-June

    The European country will allow visitors to enter from 29 nations, including Australia and New Zealand.

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    Five Dreamy Hot Pools Around Australia to Plan Your Next Winter Adventure Around

    From multimillion-dollar luxury retreats to bush baths that are open 24 hours a day.

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    A Weekender's Guide to Canberra

    With microbreweries, award-winning boutique hotels and a strong restaurant game, the nation's capital has more to it than meets the eye.

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    Five Must-See Natural Wonders to Visit on Your Next Aussie Getaway

    Explore the picturesque beaches, rainforests and national parks that Australia is famous for.

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    This New Home Workout from Koala and Retrosweat Is Dripping With 80s Australiana

    Twelve retro-tastic mini-episodes that'll have you carving up your living room.

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    Your Next Japanese Holiday Could Be Partly Paid for By the Japanese Government

    The Japan Tourism Agency has announced a program that'll subsidise a portion of tourists' travel expenses, to come into effect when the country reopens its borders.

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    Melbourne's W Hotel Is Set to Open This Year with a Sky-High Gold-Adorned Pool

    As well as four in-house restaurants and bars and something called an 'Extreme Wow Suite'.

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    The Queensland Border Might Remain Closed Until September

    While there's community transmission in Victoria and New South Wales, Queensland is unlikely to open its border to the southern states.

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    A Long Weekender's Guide to Darwin for When You Need Warm Weather Again

    Spend balmy nights in Australia's Top End tucking into fresh seafood and meeting local makers.

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    International Travel Won't Be Back to Normal Until 2023 Says Industry Expert

    But, there are hopes domestic travel could pick up sooner.

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    A Food and Wine Lover's Guide to Adelaide

    There's more to Adelaide than just great wine — head south to explore underground bars, laneway restaurants and jam-packed markets.

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    A Guide to Relaxing in Margaret River

    You'll find spa retreats, sunset ocean vistas and vineyard restaurants in Western Australia's famously beautiful wine region.

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    The Most Spectacular Lakes in Australia That You Need to See in Real Life

    Peel away from the coast to explore tropical swimming holes, bright pink bodies and glassy waters that stretch as far as the eye can see.

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    This Is What Australia's Three-Step Roadmap Out of COVID-19 Lockdown Looks Like

    Step one includes regional travel, opening restaurants and gatherings of up to ten — and all three steps are expected to be implemented by July.

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    Interstate Travel Could Be Back on the Cards by Early July

    And, when it is allowed, some interstate airfares could be as cheap as $19.

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    The Sicilian Government Will Help Pay for Your Post-Coronavirus Holiday to the Italian Island

    It'll pay half the price of plane tickets, a third of hotel expenses, and for all tickets to museums and archaeological sites.

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    This Japanese Aquarium Wants You to Video Chat with Its Shy and Lonely Eels

    Wave at and talk to more than 300 garden eels — so they don't forget what it's like to be surrounded by humans.

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    The Australian Government May Soon Ease Restrictions on Outdoor Sport and Recreational Activities

    Small-group, non-contact activities involving less than ten people could be allowed to recommence first.

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    Up Is the New Online Shopping-Friendly Bank for the Digital World

    Taking the hassle out of your iso-shopping adventures.

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    You Can Now Take a Virtual Tour of The Netherlands' Biggest Tulip Garden

    Usually, Keukenhof Flower Exhibit would be filled with tourists at this time of year — so it's showing off its floral blooms online.

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    This Online Two-Up Site Lets You Flip Coins at Home This ANZAC Day — and Donate to Charity

    All proceeds will be donated to help support Australian servicemen and women and their families.

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    You Can Now Stream Old Episodes of 'Aerobics Oz Style' to Get Your Retro Fitness Fix

    The leotard-heavy show was on TV for 20 years — and now it's back in time for your iso workouts.

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    Virgin Australia Has Entered Voluntary Administration

    The 20-year-old Australian airline company will continue to run its scheduled flights and hopes to emerge from COVID-19 in a "stronger financial position".

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    Bunnings Has Set Up a Drive and Collect Service So You Can Shop for Hardware Without Leaving Your Car

    Get everything you need for your isolation DIY tasks while still social distancing.

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    Some of Australia's COVID-19 Restrictions Could Be Relaxed in Four Weeks

    But only if three conditions, outlined by the Federal Government today, are met.

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    You Can Hang Out with Llamas and Goats in Your Next Video Meeting Thanks to Sweet Farm

    Donate to the Californian animal sanctuary and you can invite one of its furry residents to your next Zoom call.

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    Five Fun Remote Dating Ideas If You're Not Isolating with Your Significant Other

    You might be apart physically, but it doesn't mean you can't have an exciting (virtual) date night.

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    Airbnb Is Now Offering Online Experiences So You Can Get Your Travel Fix From Your Couch

    Meditate with monks, bake cardamom buns with a Swedish baker and virtually visit Chernobyl's dogs.

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    Seven Travel Live-Streams from Around the World That'll Make You Feel Like You're on Holidays

    Virtually escape your lounge room to visit the northern lights, hang out at Tokyo's eerily quiet Shibuya Crossing or try and spot the Loch Ness Monster.

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    Eight Ways to Upskill Without Leaving the House

    Spend your time inside learning to write with Margaret Atwood, cooking with Massimo Bottura or painting a masterpiece for your lounge room.

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