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    The City of Sydney Has Committed to a Net Zero Carbon Emission Target by 2035

    The local government area is set to hit its 2030 target of reducing emissions by 70 percent this year.

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    Frank Green Is Releasing a Range of 'Lion King'-Themed Reusable Cups and Bottles

    Say "no worries" while you're sipping coffee from a Simba, Timon and Pumbaa cup — and doing the environment a solid in the process.

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    The National Gallery of Victoria's Garden Is Getting a New Pink Pond That You Can Wade Through

    Popping up from November 2021, 'Pond[er]' is the NGV's 2021 Architecture Commission.

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    Active Truth Has Released a New Line of Activewear Designed by Indigenous Australian Artist Bobbi Lockyer

    Shop for tights, crop tops or maternity activewear, all featuring Lockyer's hand-painted design.

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    IKEA Is Bringing Its First-Ever Range of Clothing and Accessories to Australia

    It includes t-shirts, hoodies, totes, towels, water bottles and key rings — and no, you don't need to assemble them yourself.

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    A Vision to Transform Cockatoo Island Into a Sprawling Arts and Culture District Has Been Revealed

    Including high-end glamping, a new creative precinct and harbour boardwalk.

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    Two New Sydney Harbour Bridge Cycleway Design Options Have Been Revealed

    One concept involves a two-storey spiral ramp in the centre of Bradfield Park.

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    A New Alfresco-Style Dining Precinct Is Now Open in Sydney's Southwest

    A mini golf activation and live music from local artists are set to celebrate the launch.

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    A Huge Stretch of George Street Is Being Turned Into a Pedestrian and Outdoor Dining Precinct

    The $43.5 million project will cover 9000 square metres, and stretch from Town Hall to Railway Square.

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    Bondi's Boot Factory Is Being Transformed Into a Community Hub with a Cafe and Leafy Courtyard

    Work on the 129-year-old three-storey building has already begun, and will include major renovations to the adjacent Mill Hill Community Centre.

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    Australia Is Set to Phase Out a Range of Single-Use Plastic Items Nationwide By 2025

    They include lightweight plastic bags, and plastic straws, utensils and stirrers.

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    St Peters and Erskineville Train Stations Are Set to Get Major Upgrades Over the Next Two Years

    From 2024, the two stations will connect the inner west to the eastern suburbs.

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    Little Succers Has Opened a Permanent Succulent Studio and Build-Your-Own Terrarium Bar

    You can now head to Neutral Bay to fill a glass case with greenery, with workshops starting from $20.

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    Tripod Coffee's Dirt Club Collects Your Used Coffee Pods and Turns Them Into Compost

    The eco-friendly service is now offering to pick up your pods from your front door — for zero dollars.

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    IKEA Wants You to Turn Its Iconic Blue Shopping Bags Into Outfits for Your Dog

    Break out the sewing machine and whip up a wearable masterpiece for your four-legged fur-shionista.

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    Google Maps Will Soon Be Able to Direct You Towards Environmentally Friendly Travel Routes

    Using traffic congestion and road incline data, it'll help you get around town in the most eco-friendly way.

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    Victoria Bitter Will Now Swap Your Excess Solar Energy for Slabs of Beer

    Got solar panels? The new VB Solar Exchange program could turn those power credits into brews.

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    IKEA Is Ditching Its Printed Catalogue After 70 Years

    In 2016, during the publication's biggest run ever, 200 million copies were printed.

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    Uniqlo Has Launched a Recycling Program That Turns Your Old Down Jackets Into New Threads

    Take your unwanted jacket into one of the chain's stores, and you'll score a $10 voucher for a new one, too.

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    This New Digital Map Shows You Where You Can Find Australia's Ethical Fashion Shops

    An easy way to shop all the businesses that have earned accreditation from Ethical Clothing Australia.

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    A $60 Million Food, Retail and Cultural Precinct Could Be Coming to Oxford Street

    The proposed three-building development hopes to "bring new life" to the area.

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    The City of Sydney Has Announced a Plan to Cover 40 Percent of the City with Greenery By 2050

    Under a strategy being put to council this month, it also wants to plan 700 trees a year.

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    Sydney's New City Around the Western Airport Will Be Named After Engineer John Bradfield

    It'll span more than 100 hectares of land north of existing suburb Bringelly.

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    Organic Pad and Tampon Subscription Service Juuni Is Giving Away Free Period and Skincare Products

    Try out the bleach-free, biodegradable period products and receive a free box and gift.

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    A Pavilion Made From Recycled Sydney Oyster Shells Is Being Built on the Barangaroo Foreshore

    The pavilion will be constructed on Watermans Cove and is set to be complete in late 2022.

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    E-Scooters Are Set to Remain Illegal In NSW As Proposed Trial Is Scrapped By State Government

    NSW Minister for Transport Andrew Constance said he was "not in the mood" to run an e-scooter trial at the moment.

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    This Is What Australia's Autumn Weather Has in Store After Our Wettest Summer for Four Years

    For parts of the country, it'll be warmer than usual — and in some areas, it'll be wetter, too.

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    Hundreds of Peak Hour Train Services Are Set to Be Added to Sydney's Public Transport Network

    With more trains running on the Inner West, Airport, Illawarra and South Coast lines at busy commute times.

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    Coles Will Stop Stocking Single-Use Plastic Tableware From July 1

    It'll no longer sell disposable plastic plates, cups, bowls, straws and cutlery.

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    Essential Activewear to Stock Up On If You're a Night Runner

    These bright, practical and locally made items will keep you motivated and safe on your nightly jog.

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    Coogee Has Welcomed a New Beachside Rainbow Walkway to Celebrate Mardi Gras

    It spans around 47 metres, and it curves around like a rainbow, too.

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    This New Aussie Company Is Making Ultra-Stylish Inflatable Pools to Brighten Up Your Summer

    Pool Buoy's range comes in five designs — and they're all environmentally friendly.

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    IKEA and Lego's New Storage Boxes That You Can Play With Will Hit Australian Stores in February

    Because those multi-coloured bricks aren't just for kids — and neither are creative storage solutions.

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    The Planet Just Experienced Its Equal Warmest Year in Recorded History

    2020 tied with 2016 — and the past six years are the hottest six on record, too.

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    Australia Just Sweltered Through Its Hottest Decade and Fourth Warmest Year On Record

    November 2020 was also the warmest November on record, while the entirety of spring earned that status as well.

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    Lego's Cute New Floral Kits Let You Build Your Loved Ones a Bouquet That'll Last Forever

    Or you can keep it for yourself — and build a bonsai tree, too.

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    Six of This Year's Biggest Boxing Day Sales

    Score up to 70 percent off wine, cruelty-free makeup and activewear at these online sales.

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    Major Erosion of Byron Bay Beaches as Heavy Rain and Hazardous Surf Batters Northern NSW

    Many areas in northeast NSW and southeast Queensland have been issued flood warnings.

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    A 47-Metre-Long Rainbow Walkway Is Popping Up at Coogee Beach in 2021

    It'll launch in February to celebrate the Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras, and remain in place for a few months.

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    Eight Impressive Christmas Gifts You Can Pick Up from the MCA If You've Left It Till the Last Minute

    These creative presents are perfect for the art lover in your life — and anyone who loves homewares, games and puzzles, too.

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    Pantone Has Announced Two "Enduring and Uplifting" Colours of the Year for 2021

    Paired together, Ultimate Gray and vibrant yellow Illuminating are designed to convey "a message of happiness supported by fortitude".

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