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Soak, sip and snack your worries away at The Banya, Mullumbimby's dreamy new bathhouse experience
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Soak, sip and snack your worries away at The Banya, Mullumbimby’s dreamy new bathhouse experience

Right about now, the post-holiday blues are setting in, hard. Those blissful, seemingly neverending days where you can float in between Christmas and New Year's are well and truly behind us and it's back to the grindstone for most of us. If your New Year's resolution involved slowing down, reconnecting and valuing wellness, we have some exciting news that can help you on your merry way – the northern New South Wales town of Mullumbimby has welcomed a gorgeous new immersive social, bathing and dining experience called The Banya. Here's everything you need to know ... more

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That's so fetch – treat your furry friend to a five-star stay at Hotel X
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That’s so fetch – treat your furry friend to a five-star stay at Hotel X

A cheeky getaway is always a great time, but it can be slightly spoiled by the fact that when you leave the house with your weekend bag in tow, there's a certain someone giving you the puppy-dog eyes as you leave. If your canine companion hates being left out of your weekend plans, then we have the solution for you – take them on a deluxe escape to Hotel X, which has just launched its new Fetch & Stay package. more

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Upgrade your wardrobe with a trip to Paradise Centre this summer
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Upgrade your wardrobe with a trip to Paradise Centre this summer

2022 has been a big year, folks, and (thankfully) it's almost time to kick up our heels and enjoy a few weeks off in festive bliss. If you're still yet to start your Christmas shopping, are already mapping out your plan of attack for the Boxing Day sales or are keen to indulge in a little retail therapy, then we've got some goss for you. Perched on the golden shores of Surfers Paradise beach is the newly-expanded dining and shopping destination - Paradise Centre. With retail and fashion options that will quench the shopping desires of GC locals and tourists alike, Paradise Centre is set to be the best place to get your shopping steps up and give the credit cards a workout this summer.  more

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Luxe activewear label Cleo Harper launches new collection with Sweat trainer Kelsey Wells
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Luxe activewear label Cleo Harper launches new collection with Sweat trainer Kelsey Wells

Since its debut collection in 2016, the Gold Coast's luxe activewear brand Cleo Harper has sure been busy. From countless collections of feminine and refined fitness fashion to the opening of its first dedicated retail store turn sweat station earlier this year, Cleo Harper continues to amass a loyal following of legging-loving locals. One such union which formed at the beginning of Cleo Harper's rise to athleisure aristocracy was a partnership with international fitness trainer Kelsey Wells. In celebration of this, the Gold Coast brand has, at long last, teamed up with Wells to launch her "ultimate collection", combining Cleo Harper's signature style with Wells' expertise and personal design.  more


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Dragons, sibling drama and Ryan Reynolds docuseries – the best series to watch this month
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Dragons, sibling drama and Ryan Reynolds docuseries – the best series to watch this month

Calling all culture enthusiasts and streaming-service addicts! If you're keen to snuggle up on the couch and binge your way through a new TV series, then we have some good news for you – we have rounded up some of the best series gracing our screens this month. Whether you're into dragon-filled fantasy epics, Irish comedy-thrillers or deliciously decadent kitchen dramas, we have got a streaming gem for you. more

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Ditch the toxic chemicals and pucker up for Lük Beautifood's natural long-wearing lipstick crayons
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Ditch the toxic chemicals and pucker up for Lük Beautifood’s natural long-wearing lipstick crayons

Look, we don't mean to get all alarmist on you, but did you know that the average woman applies 515 chemicals to her skin each and every day? If that's not enough to make you do an instant audit of every beauty product you own, perhaps this will – according to the University of California, the average woman will apply lipstick two to 14 times over a 12-hour period unknowingly ingesting as much as 87 mg of product. That might not seem like a lot, but when you add it up over a lifetime can equate to over 2 kgs! Here's the kicker, as regulations vary from country to country, the lipstick category is notoriously ungoverned which exposes consumers to potentially toxic ingredients. Pretty gross, right? more

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Pacific Fair Gift With Purchase
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Shop at Pacific Fair this weekend and score a free wellness bag worth more than $200

If you're like us, you really don't need a reason to indulge in some good, old fashioned retail therapy. Activewear, new outfits, handbags, shoes, candles, homewares ... honestly, if you dangle a well-thought-out display of clothing and make-up in front of our eyes, then it is very hard to resist. This is before we even consider the prospect of a sale or gift with purchase, in which case we can very quickly say 'buh-bye' to our hard-earned cash and 'hello' to a fresh serotonin boost in the form of some slick new threads. For this reason, you must lock us up this weekend, as our bank account simply cannot handle the fact that Pacific Fair is offering a free Wellness Bag valued at more than $215, alongside some very, very appealing offers.  more

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The Gold Coast's luxe activewear label Cleo Harper opens a boutique in Burleigh Heads
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The Gold Coast’s luxe activewear label Cleo Harper opens a boutique in Burleigh Heads

Back before the term 'athleisure' was coined, when exercise gear was coated in slogans and graphics, Vanessa Levey decided to do things a little differently. With a background in design and the arts, Vanessa sought to fill the gap in the world of workout wear with something a little more feminine and refined. This was the genesis of Cleo Harper, which has gone on to amass a loyal legging-clad following of folk who cannot get enough of the Gold Coast-based brand. Fast-forward six years and countless collections, Cleo Harper has opened the doors to its first dedicated retail store in Burleigh Heads. more

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Level up your activewear game with luxury label KFIT
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Level up your activewear game with luxury label KFIT

As we enter the chilliest season of the year, getting up in the AM is getting harder and harder. But dark, dreary mornings shouldn't mean that your fitness regime has to go to bed (or rather, stay in it). Thankfully, a new luxury activewear label has entered the game, and it’s giving us the motivation to emerge from under the covers and get our sweat on. Let us introduce you to KFIT, your new go-to selection of luxe yet minimalist workout attire. more

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Glow up with Enbacci's microdermabrasion exfoliating scrub
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Glow up with Enbacci’s microdermabrasion exfoliating scrub

We do some pretty wild (read: insane) things in the name of beauty. From micro-needling (which is as painful as it sounds) to slathering on actual snail serum (which is as gross as it sounds), anything goes in the quest for that elusive glow factor. When it comes to exfoliation, however, it seems we could be doing more harm than good with the overuse of harsh chemical peels that can lead to irritation, inflammation and damage to the all-important skin barrier. The good news is there's an alternative. Pioneering the future of at-home exfoliation, Australian skincare brand Enbacci is tackling the stigma associated with traditional face scrubs with an ocean-safe and skin-friendly Microdermabrasion Exfoliating Scrub. more

Celebrate International Women's Day with these bad-ass boss babes
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Celebrate International Women’s Day with these bad-ass boss babes

Listen up, gorgeous, gorgeous girls! Female empowerment comes in many forms and in every corner of every industry, ladies are slowly but surely getting louder, increasing in numbers and bringing radical change to the way the world is run (because according to Beyoncé, we run that thing). To celebrate International Women’s Day on Tuesday March 8, we thought we’d introduce you to five girl bosses who are putting in the work across their respective fields and are absolutely killing it. Check these chickas out … more

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Australia's newest non-binary skincare range TheySkin has officially launched
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Australia’s newest non-binary skincare range TheySkin has officially launched

Skincare can be a confusing space to navigate at the best of times, but that confusion can be compounded when approaching it from outside traditional gender stereotypes. TheySkin has been conceived as a way to remove the complications from skincare, with a newly launched range of items designed for non-binary and trans individuals that are vegan, cruelty free and made from all-Australian ingredients. more

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Un-baa-lievable beauty brand Ewe Care is harvesting the benefits of Awassi sheep milk
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Un-baa-lievable beauty brand Ewe Care is harvesting the benefits of Awassi sheep milk

A good skincare routine can mean the difference between a good day and a bad one. It's a bold statement, sure, but hear us out – when your complexion is clear and glowing, you’re as happy as those Disney princesses who prance around while singing to cartoon birds. When your skin is dull, dry or just generally sad, your mood follows suit. One happiness-inducing skincare product worth checking out is Ewe Care, a sheep-milk skincare range born from an Australian sheep dairy farm. more

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Full steam ahead – Australia’s first fully submersible hybrid tourist submarine launches on the Sunshine Coast
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Full steam ahead – Australia’s first fully submersible hybrid tourist submarine launches on the Sunshine Coast

Whether it was The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou or just a general passion for the deep sea that first piqued your interest, you're not alone in your desire to jump aboard a submarine. If you harbour an affection for oceanic adventures, you’ll love this next piece of news – Australia’s first fully submersible hybrid tourist submarine has launched on the Sunshine Coast! more