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    Summer Sesh: Five Ways to Level Up a Legendary Kickback

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    You've Got Two More Chances to Watch the Matildas Play in 2023 Thanks to Friendlies Against Canada

    Australia's beloved national women's football team is capping off a huge year with their last games of the year.

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    Find Your Wow with Intrepid

    They say travel broadens the mind, but just going on holiday isn’t enough — explore, take chances and dive into the unknown to find your 'wow'.

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    For the past two decades, Hobbiton's hobbit holes have only existed as an external facade — but not anymore.

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    The Spectacular Geminids Meteor Shower Will Soar Through Australia's Night Skies for 2023 in December

    The impressive starry event only happens once a year — and it'll be at its peak overnight between December 14 and 15.

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    Virgin's Black Friday Sale Is Slinging 500,000 Domestic and International Flights with Prices From $49

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    Travelling Seoul-o: First-Timer's Guide to Seoul, The Capital of South Korea

    Seoul is the perfect city to stroll and snack. Come for the fried chicken, stay for the tteokboki and kimchi dumplings.

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    Global Hotel Chain The Standard Is Coming to Australia in 2024 with a Brand-New Concept

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    In an Australian first, you'll be able to race around a 'Mario Kart'-like course IRL when BattleKart arrives in Melbourne.

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    As well as making history at this year's FIFA Women's World Cup, the Matildas have inspired the country's word of 2023.

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    Plenty of Brisbane locals and tourists alike have explored this Fig Tree Pocket animal haven — but not like this.

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    Pass Go: Australia's New 'Monopoly' Experience Is Finally Opening Its Doors This Week

    Taking over 1700 square metres at Melbourne Central, Australia's Monopoly Dreams is only the second 'Monopoly' experience in the world.

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    Luna Park Sydney Is Filling Its Big Top with a $15-Million Immersive Attraction with 360-Degree Projections

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    The World's Largest LEGO Store Is Officially Opening in Sydney's CBD Next Week

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    The Ten Best Hotels in Brisbane

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

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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

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

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

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

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

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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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    Adrenaline Escapes: Embrace the Summer with Our Guide to Outdoor Adventures

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

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

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

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

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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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