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NewsThe Pfizer Vaccine Will Be Rolled Out to Australians Under 40 From August 30
Every Aussie aged between 16–40 will finally be eligible to roll up their sleeves for the Pfizer jab as part of Australia's vaccination campaign.
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NewsRegional 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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NewsNSW Has Opened Up the Pfizer Jab to Under 40s in Sydney's 12 LGAs of Concern
An additional 530,000 doses will be provided to people aged between 16–39 over the next few weeks.
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NewsNSW Will Look to Ease Restrictions for Vaccinated Sydneysiders Once the State Hits Six Million Jabs
Premier Gladys Berejiklian said that "once we get to six million jabs, we'll be able to consider opportunities for what we might be able to do in September and October that we can't currently do."
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NewsThe 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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NewsHere's How to Measure What's Five Kilometres From Your Home During Sydney's Lockdown
From 12.01am on Monday, August 16, residents of in lockdown will only be permitted to venture five kilometres from their homes.
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GuideFour Central Coast Events to Hit on a Weekend Adventure This October
Bookmark these family-friendly events for any upcoming trips up north.
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GuideThe Best Things to Do in Sydney This Long Weekend
Sip everyone's favourite pink plonk at a new month-long rosé festival, brave the horror of Frankenstein's monstrous creation at the Theatre Royal or save your wallet at one of Sydney's best happy hou ...
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GuideThe Best Things to Do in Sydney This October
Here's your guide to filling this month in Sydney with all the best food, drink, films, live music, pop-ups and activations this wonderful city has to offer.
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GuideThe Best Things to Do in Sydney This Week
Visit Messina's new gourmet gelato pop-up, go on a chilling journey into the mind of Dr Frankenstein at the Theatre Royal or indulge your sweet tooth at a lolly-filled high tea.
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NewsThe Ten Best Walks In and Around Sydney
Stretch your legs someplace new, whether that's through WWII batteries, over the Harbour Bridge or through the Royal National Park.
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NewsThe Ten Best Ocean Pools in Sydney for a Dip This Spring
Head to these stunning ocean pools to enjoy Sydney's best beaches, safe from rips and sharks.
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NewsThe Best Coastal Walks in Sydney to Try This Spring
Spring has sprung, so isn't it about time you got off of the couch and onto the coast? These blissful seaside strolls deliver stunning ocean views, native flora and fauna, and even the occasional beac ...
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GuideSix of the Best Natural Hot Springs and Spas in Victoria to Visit When You Need Some R&R
Make the pilgrimage to one of Victoria's best natural hot springs and spas for some well-deserved rest.
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GuideNews You Can Use: Nine Things That Happened in Sydney This Week
Here's what's been grabbing headlines this week, including the dates for next year's Vivid, the imminent opening of a new five-level hospitality hotspot in the CBD and a new reason to pay a visit to N ...
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GuideFive World-Class Sporting Events in NSW to Add to your 2024 Calendar
Check out the serious sporting events happening in the state.
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NewsGreater 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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NewsThree More Greater Sydney LGAs Are Being Placed Under Tighter Lockdown Restrictions
From 5pm on Thursday, August 12, folks in the Bayside, Strathfield and Burwood LGAs will only be able to travel five kilometres from home — and will be required to wear masks whenever they leave the house.
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NewsThis 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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NewsFour LGAs in the Byron Bay Area Have Joined New South Wales' Expanding Lockdown
The Byron Shire, Richmond Valley, Lismore and Ballina Shire Local Government Areas are now under the same stay-at-home conditions as Greater Sydney.
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NewsThe Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine Has Just Been Approved for Use in Australia
Ten million doses will join Australia's vaccine rollout in 2021, joining the AstraZeneca and Pfizer jabs.
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NewsThis 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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NewsTwelve Suburbs in the Penrith Local Government Area Have Been Placed Under Tighter Restrictions
The five-kilometre rule and mandatory mask mandate came into effect at 5pm on Sunday, August 8.
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NewsThis 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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NewsThis Handy New Online Tool Helps You Find Pfizer Vaccination Appointments in Sydney
Whether you're keen to book in one jab or two, it'll update you when slots become available at the RPA Hospital, St Vincent Hospital, Sydney Olympic Hub and Westmead Hospital.
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NewsVaccinated 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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NewsQantas Will Use Digital Health Passes to Verify Vaccination and Testing Status When Overseas Travel Resumes
They'll be rolled out on Jetstar routes, too, following trials of the International Air Transport Association Travel Pass app throughout this year.
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NewsMandatory Masks and a Five-Kilometre Rule Will Now Apply in Sydney's Eight LGAs of Concern
Greater Sydney reported 239 new locally acquired COVID-19 cases in the past 24 hours.
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EventInnocent Bystander Pop-Up at Babylon
Thu, 10 Oct - Sun, 27 Oct 2024
Babylon Rooftop & Garden Bar, Sydney
Experience tattooing and wine tasting, together at last at this unique urban cellar door series in the heart of the CBD.
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EventRosé Rising Festival
Tue, 1 Oct - Thu, 31 Oct 2024
Barangaroo House, Barangaroo
This October, Barangaroo House is blushing with joy all month long with a multi-level celebration of Sydney's favourite pink drink.
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EventJack Daniel's Triple Mash Medley Whiskey Tasting
Wed, 13 Nov, 2024
Dean & Nancy on 22, Sydney
Experience a world-first immersive whiskey tasting at the opulent Dean & Nancy on 22.
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EventExclusive Omakase Evening at Toko with Haku Vodka
Tue, 15 Oct, 2024
Toko Restaurant, Sydney
The premium craft spirit and Japanese restaurant are joining forces for an intimate evening for up to ten guests only.
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EventHaku Vodka Limited-Edition Omakase Menu and Specials at Toko
Tue, 8 Oct - Sat, 2 Nov 2024
Toko Restaurant, Sydney
This sleek subterranean spot in the heart of the CBD is serving up a range of Haku Vodka-infused dishes for a limited time.
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EventJewish International Film Festival
Mon, 28 Oct - Thu, 5 Dec 2024
Select cinemas in Sydney, Various locations
2024's JIFF is opening with Jesse Eisenberg's 'A Real Pain' — and there's plenty more highlights across its 41-film program from there.
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EventRosé Bay at The Boathouse Rose Bay
Tue, 1 Oct - Sun, 10 Nov 2024
The Boathouse Rose Bay, Rose Bay
The iconic waterfront venue is transforming into a Whispering Angel Beach Club for spring.
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EventAlchemy of a Rainforest
Sun, 15 Sep 2024 - Sun, 30 Nov 2025
The Calyx, Sydney
Learn all about the little mysteries of nature's green biomes.
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EventRoku Gin x Grandiflora at Bistro George
Wed, 30 Oct, 2024
Jacksons on George, Sydney
Prepare your tastebuds for a gin-infused menu at this bustling spot in Circular Quay.
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NewsHere's How to Measure What Is Ten Kilometres From Your Home During Sydney's Lockdown
During Greater Sydney's extended lockdown, you can only exercise and shop within ten kilometres of your house.
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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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NewsGreater Sydney's Lockdown Is Being Extended for Another Four Weeks
And you can now only go shopping within ten kilometres of your house, or in your Local Government Area.
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NewsTaronga 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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NewsThe Most Beautiful Coastal Stays You Can Book in Noosa
Beach sessions, rainforest treks and breezy holiday vibes await.
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NewsNSW Is Set to Release a Roadmap Detailing Greater Sydney's Restrictions for the Coming Months
Premier Gladys Berejiklian said that the roadmap will outline how the area can "live as freely and as safely as possible until we get enough vaccines in arms."
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NewsAustralia and New Zealand's Trans-Tasman Bubble Has Been Suspended for At Least Eight Weeks
With three Australian states currently in lockdown, New Zealand has once again paused quarantine-free travel.
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NewsResidents of Two More Sydney LGAs Are Now Only Allowed to Leave Their Areas for Essential Work
Stricter conditions are coming into effect for residents of the Cumberland and Blacktown Local Government Areas.
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NewsQueensland Is Shutting Its Borders to All of New South Wales From Tomorrow
Almost a month after it closed to Greater Sydney, Queensland will shut its borders to all of New South Wales from 1am on Friday, July 23.
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NewsA Letter From Concrete Playground's Editors
This is your spot for feel-good stories, COVID-safe recommendations and informative news — without the doomsday spin.
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NewsBrisbane 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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FeatureGet Moving
No matter the time of year, there's plenty to explore in this great country of ours.
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NewsSeeing 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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NewsSydney's Public Transport Services Have Been Cut by Up to 50 Percent for the Next Fortnight
For the rest of lockdown, trains and buses are running on Sunday timetables, and Sydney Metro and light rail are doing reduced services.
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NewsWe're Giving Away A Luxe Weekend Away For You and a Mate (or Date)
The prize includes flights from any Australian capital city to experience this gin-fuelled weekend in Melbourne.
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Greater Sydney Is Being Placed Under Stricter New Lockdown Measures Until July 30
Only critical retail stores will be able to remain open, you'll always need to carry a mask with you, and residents of three Local Government Areas will not longer be able to leave their areas for work.
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NewsSydneysiders Must Now Wear Masks in More Outdoor Situations — and Always Carry One With Them
You'll now need to mask up at outdoor markets and shopping strips, and while standing in outdoor queue waiting for coffees and food.
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NewsAll the Ways to Apply for Financial Support If You're Struggling During Lockdown
The government has announced a bunch of new support programs — here's what you need to know.
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NewsStuff Is the Melbourne-Based Personal Care Brand Promoting Healthy Masculinity
Treat yourself to some feel-good skincare items with free shipping.
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NewsThis 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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NewsRSPCA 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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NewsTaronga 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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NewsGreater Sydney's Current COVID-19 Lockdown Will Continue Until At Least July 30
Almost three weeks in, Sydney's stay-at-home conditions have been extended for at least another two weeks.
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NewsSome 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.
