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    NSW Health Has Confirmed That Sitting Down to Eat Outdoors Is Permitted During Sydney's Lockdown

    You can have a picnic, or sit down to read while you're out of the house for recreation — but only if you're not in Greater Sydney's Local Government Areas of concern.

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    Bunnings Has Shut Its Sydney Stores and Moved to Drive-and-Collect Orders for the Rest of Lockdown

    If doing DIY tasks is getting you through during lockdown, you'll now need to order your supplies online.

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    Here's What You Can and Can't Do Under Sydney's Latest Lockdown Rules

    The lockdown rules have just changed — here’s what you need to know.

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    Regional New South Wales Will Remain in Lockdown with Greater Sydney Until At Least August 28

    Stay-at-home conditions will remain in place for the entire state of New South Wales until at least 12.01am on Saturday, August 28.

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    The Entire State of New South Wales Is Going Into Lockdown

    All of New South Wales will be under stay-at-home conditions from 5pm on Saturday, August 14, with lockdown in regional NSW set to last until at least 12.01am on Sunday, August 22.

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    Greater Sydney Is Implementing Stricter Lockdown Rules Including a Citywide Five-Kilometre Limit

    The restrictions around leaving the house, leaving the region and having singles bubbles are changing, and bigger fines are also being put in place for folks breaching those rules.

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    This Just-Discovered Flying Reptile Once Soared Through Australia's Prehistoric Skies Like a Dragon

    Named 'Thapunngaka shawi', the pterosaur had a one-metre-long skull and a wingspan of seven metres.

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    This Helpful Interactive Map Shows COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics Across New South Wales

    The map lets Sydneysiders see where vaccination clinics are located across the city.

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    This Escape Room Has Released an Online Mystery Kit for You to Sleuth Your Way Through at Home

    Download 'A Most Mysterious Convention' from the Arcadium Adventures website, then start solving puzzles and decoding secret messages.

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    Vaccinated Aussies Will Be Able to Travel Overseas When 80 Percent of the Country Has Had the Jab

    Bringing back international travel for vaccinated Australians is part of the third stage of National Cabinet's just-tweaked 'National Plan to transition Australia's National COVID Response'.

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    The NSW Government Is Introducing Singles Bubbles for the Next Four Weeks of Lockdown

    For the past five weeks, Sydneysiders who live alone haven't been able to have visitors to their homes — but that's now changing.

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    Taronga Zoo Has Released Footage of Its Adorable Koala Joey If Your Day Could Use Some Cuteness

    Little Humphrey is just over 12 months old — and as endearing as you'd expect.

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    Brisbane Will Host the 2032 Olympic Games

    After endorsing the Queensland capital back in June, the International Olympic Committee has officially named it the host of the 2032 games.

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    Get Moving

    No matter the time of year, there's plenty to explore in this great country of ours.

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    Seeing Eye Dogs' Puppy Games Is the Adorable Contest That Swaps Athletes for Guide Dog Trainees

    Watch four adorable canines go head to head in the cutest sporting contest ever.

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    This Interactive Map Shows COVID-19 Case Alerts for NSW Venues

    The map lets Sydneysiders see which venues are linked to positive COVID-19 cases — and the action required if you visited them.

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    RSPCA NSW Has Brought Back Its Entirely Online Adoption Process to Help Find Animals Forever Homes

    Instead of visiting a shelter, you'll have to phone or video call and then meet with your new potential furry friend at your house.

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    Taronga Zoo Has Just Added a New 24/7 Penguin Live-Stream to Its Online TV Channel

    Sometimes, you just need to watch penguins play to get through the day.

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    Some Workers in Greater Sydney Are Now Required to Get Regular COVID-19 Tests

    Anyone leaving Greater Sydney for essential work must get tested weekly — and everyone who lives in the Fairfield Local Government Area but works elsewhere must get tested every 72 hours.

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    A Close Conjunction of Venus and Mars Will Be Visible in Australia Tonight

    The two planets will appear a mere finger's width apart.

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    Seventeen Unique At-Home Activities to Keep You Amused Throughout Lockdown

    DIY Kintsugi, make your own ceramics or join a Josh Niland online masterclass.

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    These Handy Interactive Maps Show NSW's COVID-19 Cases by Postcode and Location

    The New South Wales Government maps lets Sydneysiders see which areas are hotspots.

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    The Greater Sydney Area Will Remain in Lockdown Until Midnight on July 16

    Greater Sydney, the Blue Mountains, the Central Coast and Wollongong have been under stay-at-home orders since June 26.

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    Melbourne's Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix Has Been Cancelled for the Second Year in a Row

    Just like in 2020, the 2021 event has been scrapped due to the pandemic.

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    Eight Mountain Biking Trails Around Australia to Tackle for Off-Road Thrills

    Whether you're looking for high-speed thrills or a more leisurely ride, these excellent mountain bike trails have something for everyone.

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    This Is What Australia's New Four-Phase Pathway Out of COVID-19 Looks Like

    Following a National Cabinet meeting, Prime Minister Scott Morrison has announced a new plan — although there's no timeframes attached at present.

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    Taronga Zoo Has Brought Back Its Adorable Online TV Channel with 24/7 Animal Live-Streams

    You can now watch seals swim, meerkats play and otters frolic all day, every day.

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    Nine Incredible Road Trips to Take to Explore the Country at Your Own Pace

    Hit the road, Jack, and don't you come back till you've explored rugged coastlines, lush rainforests and arid outback tracks.

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    Eight Multi-Day Hikes for When You Feel Like Reconnecting with Nature

    From embarking on remote coastal walks to wandering through ancient rainforests, it's time to pack the tent and explore the great outdoors.

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    All of Greater Sydney Is Going Into Lockdown Until July 9 in a Bid to Contain the Current Outbreak

    From 6pm, Saturday, June 26, all of Greater Sydney, the Blue Mountains, the Central Coast and Wollongong will be under stay-at-home orders for the next fortnight.

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    Here's What You Can and Can't Do Under Sydney's Stay-at Home Conditions

    Four Sydney Local Government Areas are going into lockdown — here’s what you need to know.

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    The City of Sydney, Woollahra, Waverley and Randwick Will Be Under Stay-at-Home Orders for the Next Week

    From 11.59pm tonight, Friday, June 25, anyone who lives or works in the four Sydney Local Government Areas will only be able to leave the house for four reasons.

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    An Explorer's Guide to Hong Kong

    From verdant, mountainous peaks to secluded, sandy beaches, a different side of the harbour city awaits.

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    This Harbour Ferry Has Been Kitted Out with the Names of Sydney's First Nations' Language Groups

    It's now sailing around the city decked out in artwork by Gomeroi artist Warwick Keen.

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    A 'Strawberry' Full Moon Will Be Visible in Australia's Skies This Week

    It's considered a supermoon by some, but not by others — either way, it'll be brightening up Australia's skies on Friday, June 25.

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    Greater Sydney Is Bringing Back Gathering Restrictions, Travel Limits and Dancing Bans

    You'll only be able to have five people over to your house for the next week — and if you live or work in the City of Sydney, Waverley, Woollahra, Bayside, Canada Bay, Inner West and Randwick Local Government Areas, you won't be able to leave the city.

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    A Luxury Guide to Hong Kong

    As one of the world's great financial hubs, it's probably no surprise that Hong Kong has long been a playground for the wealthy.

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    An Ice Rink Is Popping Up at Taronga Zoo So You Can See Adorable Animals, Then Skate

    Find ice skating, food stalls and all your favourite animal pals at Taronga for two weeks this winter.

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    IKEA Tempe and Central Station Have Joined NSW's 106-Venue List of Exposure Sites

    The list of places visited by Sydneysiders who've since tested positive to COVID-19 continues to grow.

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    An Art Lover's Guide to Hong Kong

    Once best known as one of the world's major financial hubs, the harbour city has now made a name for itself thanks to a booming creative scene.

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    Residents of Sydney's Eastern Suburbs Are Asked to Avoid Social Gatherings for the Next Few Days

    The request follows Sydney's latest locally acquired COVID-19 cases, with everyone across the city asked to be extra cautious.

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