Fitness junkies, zen seekers and the ‘social wellness’ crowd: The modern face of Australia’s sauna culture

As the number of sauna and bathhouse operators multiplies across the country, Australians are finding their own ways of incorporating a steam, soak or plunge into their routines.


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