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Autumn Getaways

Autumn Getaways

Emily McDonagh As the cold air breezes in and the leaves fall, escaping to a country paradise for an Autumn retreat sounds especially appealing. There's an array of adventures to be had amongst the vivid landscape of inland NSW, as you travel in any direction. Pack up...

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Conquering cancer

Conquering cancer

Stephanie Stefanovic In early November, North Shore local Annalisa Holmes and friend Johanna Baker-Dowdell of Launceston completed a four-day trek through the Peruvian Andes, in order to raise awareness and funds for breast cancer research. The pair managed to raise...

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Getaways Not Nearly Away

Getaways Not Nearly Away

Nadine Dracakis West Wyalong A gloriously historical destination is the warming trove of West Wyalong. No longer will one have to travel to Bath, in England for a restorative Romanesque soak, West Wyalong will do the trick! A quaint wander from Sydney (5 hours), if...

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Stopover in Abu Dhabi

Stopover in Abu Dhabi

Sabrina Muysken If you're tired of the long, red-eye flights to Europe consider incorporating a stopover into your next overseas adventure. And what better place to stopover than the Emirati city of superlatives: Abu Dhabi. Known for its grandeur and luxury, Abu Dhabi...

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Camping Spots for Spring

Camping Spots for Spring

With Spring well underway and more fine weather just around the corner, now is the time to arrange your very own Spring break. Hope William-Smith reveals the top camping spots this spring. It is nearly October and according to Destination NSW CEO Sandra Chipchase,...

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Must-see events this weekend!

Must-see events this weekend!

Joanita Wibowo As the weather gets worse these past couple of days, going out on the weekend might not seem like a good idea. However, with school holidays, university breaks, and the long awaited annual leave coming our way, staying home may feel like a waste. Sydney...

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School holidays are (nearly) here!

School holidays are (nearly) here!

Spring has finally arrived. With every change of season comes the perfect chance for a fresh routine and a well-deserved break during school holidays. From star gazing at Darby Falls to snorkeling around the Solitary Islands, there are countless activities for the...

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Wintery Weekend Fun

Wintery Weekend Fun

The sun may be out, but our beach days aren't here just yet. Victoria Ticha helps you fill another wintery weekend. At first glance, it may seem as though August has settled into a quiet, uninspiring month. With the weather still quite chilly, the hazy mornings have...

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Winter road trip

Winter road trip

This long weekend, lock all the windows, set your status to “away” and celebrate the new season. By Victoria Ticha. A strong cold front delivered large amounts of snow across parts of south-eastern NSW on Monday and it’s becoming increasingly hard to ignore the sting...

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Travelling alternatives for the cash-strapped

Travelling alternatives for the cash-strapped

Quirky alternatives are always popping up allowing you to travel in luxury on the cheap. Written by John Seroukas. Whether it's on a futon three blocks away from the Eiffel Tower or in a secluded cottage in Lancashire, we've found a way for you to experience culture...

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Super-Indulgent Cruise Liner Heads for Oz

Super-Indulgent Cruise Liner Heads for Oz

This brand new, billion-dollar cruise ship will be the length of over three football fields, have over 18 decks lining its exterior and be a home away from home for over 4000 guests and 1500 crew members. Although it is currently still under construction, the...

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App Happy in 2015

App Happy in 2015

Feeling productive? You will now! Sabrina Muysken dives head-first in to the world of apps to fish out the latest and greatest. The New Year brings new joy, new hope, new goals and most importantly, new applications. These days, everyone seems to be buying into the...

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