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THE FIRST CREWED MOON MISSION IN OVER 50 YEARS LAUNCHES TOMORROW MORNING AND BARELY ANYONE SEEMS TO BE TALKING ABOUT IT

Take a break from worrying about the world to wonder at those who are leaving it for the first time in decades, in Auckland
RECORD STORE DAY IS BACK — SPIN INTO YOUR LOCAL VINYL SHOP TO CATCH LIVE GIGS, SPECIAL EVENTS AND LIMITED-EDITION RELEASES

From vinyl drops to live sets, Record Store Day celebrates Australia’s thriving indie record store scene and growing physical music sales, in Brisbane
MAHJONG NIGHTS AT MOONDROP BAR

Swap screens for tiles, as this twice-monthly mahjong night serves up high-stakes strategy, social fun and a Chinese-inspired cocktail menu, in Melbourne
THE BEST THINGS TO DO THIS ANZAC DAY IN SYDNEY

Here's where to rise for the dawn service, indulge in a spot of two-up and pay your respects, in Sydney
NEIL PERRY'S MARGARET HAS BEEN NAMED THE SECOND-BEST STEAK RESTAURANT IN THE WORLD — WITH 22 AUSTRALIAN EATERIES MAKING THE LIST

Almost a fifth of the eateries on the World's 101 Best Steak Restaurants List for 2026 are from Australia, in Wellington

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CP Picks: Thoughtful and Chic Mother's Day Gifts That She'll Actually Want

Peruse our Mother’s Day gift guide — spanning highly coveted, locally led fashion, wellness, beauty, design and tech objects.

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From Elevated Dining to the Best in Beaches: Here's Why Perth Needs to Be On Your Travel Hit List This Year

From Indian Ocean sunsets to standout dining and wine regions within reach, Perth is one of Australia’s most rewarding city escapes.

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Record Store Day Is Back — Spin Into Your Local Vinyl Shop to Catch Live Gigs, Special Events and Limited-Edition Releases

From vinyl drops to live sets, Record Store Day celebrates Australia’s thriving indie record store scene and growing physical music sales.

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Gastronomy, Festivities and Frivolity: A Weekender's Guide to Adelaide During Mad March

Heading to Adelaide for Mad March? Here’s how to spend a weekend during Fringe and WOMADelaide — including where to stay, eat, drink, play and wander.

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The Nordics' Favourite Fashion Resale App Tise Has Officially Landed in Australia — And There's No Seller Fees

Secondhand style lovers have a fresh platform to explore, as this Nordic favourite arrives in Australia, bringing fee-free selling and a social twist.

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The First Crewed Moon Mission in Over 50 Years Launches Tomorrow Morning and Barely Anyone Seems to be Talking About It

Take a break from worrying about the world to wonder at those who are leaving it for the first time in decades.

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The First Crewed Moon Mission in Over 50 Years Launches Tomorrow Morning and Barely Anyone Seems to be Talking About It

Take a break from worrying about the world to wonder at those who are leaving it for the first time in decades.

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Neil Perry's Margaret Has Been Named the Second-Best Steak Restaurant in the World — with 22 Australian Eateries Making the List

Almost a fifth of the eateries on the World's 101 Best Steak Restaurants List for 2026 are from Australia.

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ICYMI: Grammy-Nominated Artist Alex Warren Is Playing Arena Shows Across Australia and New Zealand

Alex Warren is once again taking us out of the ordinary, announcing seven stops in Australia and New Zealand on his 2026 tour.

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A Big Bucket List of All the Most Extraordinary Airbnbs You Can Book Around Australia

Start planning your next holiday here.

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Just Named the World's Happiest Country, Finland Is Inviting Travellers to Experience a Seven-Day Lakeland Relaxation Retreat

Topping the happiness charts for the ninth time, Finland is hosting a digital detox made to help you appreciate the art of relaxation.

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This Just In: Robbie Williams Is Returning to Australia and New Zealand on a Headline Arena Tour Later This Year

The UK pop icon is bringing his latest album, 'Britpop', to seven cities down under and across the ditch this November.

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This Just In: These Brisbane Suburbs are Being Rezoned for 30-Storey Buildings in New 'Tall Over Sprawl' Council Plan

Brisbane City Council is tackling the housing shortage with proposed suburban housing upgrades, but they might not actually be affordable.

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CP Picks: Thoughtful and Chic Mother's Day Gifts That She'll Actually Want

Peruse our Mother’s Day gift guide — spanning highly coveted, locally led fashion, wellness, beauty, design and tech objects.

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From Elevated Dining to the Best in Beaches: Here's Why Perth Needs to Be On Your Travel Hit List This Year

From Indian Ocean sunsets to standout dining and wine regions within reach, Perth is one of Australia’s most rewarding city escapes.

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Record Store Day Is Back — Spin Into Your Local Vinyl Shop to Catch Live Gigs, Special Events and Limited-Edition Releases

From vinyl drops to live sets, Record Store Day celebrates Australia’s thriving indie record store scene and growing physical music sales.

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Gastronomy, Festivities and Frivolity: A Weekender's Guide to Adelaide During Mad March

Heading to Adelaide for Mad March? Here’s how to spend a weekend during Fringe and WOMADelaide — including where to stay, eat, drink, play and wander.

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The Nordics' Favourite Fashion Resale App Tise Has Officially Landed in Australia — And There's No Seller Fees

Secondhand style lovers have a fresh platform to explore, as this Nordic favourite arrives in Australia, bringing fee-free selling and a social twist.

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Now Open: Chobani Opens Its First Cafe Outside of the US in Melbourne, and It's Entirely Free (Yes, You Read that Correctly, Free!)

Chobani, loved for its healthy and tasty yogurt, has opened its first cafe outside of the US, on none other than Little Collins Street.

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This Just In: Victoria's Free Public Transport Won't Be Extended — Despite a Continuing Fuel Crisis

Halfway through the free transport period, experts and residents want to know what's next from the Allan government.

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CP Picks: Thoughtful and Chic Mother's Day Gifts That She'll Actually Want

Peruse our Mother’s Day gift guide — spanning highly coveted, locally led fashion, wellness, beauty, design and tech objects.

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From Elevated Dining to the Best in Beaches: Here's Why Perth Needs to Be On Your Travel Hit List This Year

From Indian Ocean sunsets to standout dining and wine regions within reach, Perth is one of Australia’s most rewarding city escapes.

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Record Store Day Is Back — Spin Into Your Local Vinyl Shop to Catch Live Gigs, Special Events and Limited-Edition Releases

From vinyl drops to live sets, Record Store Day celebrates Australia’s thriving indie record store scene and growing physical music sales.

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Ability Fest Is Taking Over The Timber Yard This Weekend — We Chat with Dylan Alcott About Shaping a Truly Accessible Dance Floor

Set to deliver its first fully electronic lineup, Ability Fest sees Dylan Alcott push accessibility further to build a better, more inclusive live music scene.

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The Best Things to Do This Anzac Day in Sydney

Here's where to rise for the dawn service, indulge in a spot of two-up and pay your respects.

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CP Picks: Thoughtful and Chic Mother's Day Gifts That She'll Actually Want

Peruse our Mother’s Day gift guide — spanning highly coveted, locally led fashion, wellness, beauty, design and tech objects.

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From Elevated Dining to the Best in Beaches: Here's Why Perth Needs to Be On Your Travel Hit List This Year

From Indian Ocean sunsets to standout dining and wine regions within reach, Perth is one of Australia’s most rewarding city escapes.

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Record Store Day Is Back — Spin Into Your Local Vinyl Shop to Catch Live Gigs, Special Events and Limited-Edition Releases

From vinyl drops to live sets, Record Store Day celebrates Australia’s thriving indie record store scene and growing physical music sales.

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The Best Independent and Pre-Loved Bookshops in Sydney

Visit these Sydney bookshops when you're looking for a literary wonderland or your next page-turning escape from the ordinary.

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This Two-Night Sydney Harbour Luxury Yacht Trip Features a Five-Course Peter Gilmore Feast — All for $19.74

Embark on a luxurious Sydney Harbour adventure, where you'll soak up the views from your yacht and dine on lunch prepared by a local icon.

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The First Crewed Moon Mission in Over 50 Years Launches Tomorrow Morning and Barely Anyone Seems to be Talking About It

Take a break from worrying about the world to wonder at those who are leaving it for the first time in decades.

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Neil Perry's Margaret Has Been Named the Second-Best Steak Restaurant in the World — with 22 Australian Eateries Making the List

Almost a fifth of the eateries on the World's 101 Best Steak Restaurants List for 2026 are from Australia.

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A Big Bucket List of All the Most Extraordinary Airbnbs You Can Book Around Australia

Start planning your next holiday here.

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Just Named the World's Happiest Country, Finland Is Inviting Travellers to Experience a Seven-Day Lakeland Relaxation Retreat

Topping the happiness charts for the ninth time, Finland is hosting a digital detox made to help you appreciate the art of relaxation.

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This Just In: Time Magazine Has Revealed Its 'World's Greatest Places' List for 2026 — with One Aussie Surf Stay Making the Cut

One Australian stay has landed on this landmark annual list, bringing acclaim to a tiny NSW surf community.

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This Just In: Australians and Kiwis are Officially the World's Longest Sleepers and Earliest Risers

Australians and New Zealanders are sleeping well and rising early — but this new report reveals we're still missing something.

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THE FIRST CREWED MOON MISSION IN OVER 50 YEARS LAUNCHES TOMORROW MORNING AND BARELY ANYONE SEEMS TO BE TALKING ABOUT IT

Take a break from worrying about the world to wonder at those who are leaving it for the first time in decades, in Auckland

RECORD STORE DAY IS BACK — SPIN INTO YOUR LOCAL VINYL SHOP TO CATCH LIVE GIGS, SPECIAL EVENTS AND LIMITED-EDITION RELEASES

From vinyl drops to live sets, Record Store Day celebrates Australia’s thriving indie record store scene and growing physical music sales, in Brisbane

MAHJONG NIGHTS AT MOONDROP BAR

Swap screens for tiles, as this twice-monthly mahjong night serves up high-stakes strategy, social fun and a Chinese-inspired cocktail menu, in Melbourne

THE BEST THINGS TO DO THIS ANZAC DAY IN SYDNEY

Here's where to rise for the dawn service, indulge in a spot of two-up and pay your respects, in Sydney

NEIL PERRY'S MARGARET HAS BEEN NAMED THE SECOND-BEST STEAK RESTAURANT IN THE WORLD — WITH 22 AUSTRALIAN EATERIES MAKING THE LIST

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