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DIY Drones Could Revolutionise Your Life

Shirin Borthwick — Mon, 08 Jul 2013 07:52:17 +0000

Drone It Yourself takes the guesswork out of droning, letting you 3D print customisable parts.

Pebble Smart Watch Hits Retail Stores in US

Jasmine Crittenden — Sun, 07 Jul 2013 03:14:54 +0000

The wearable technology flood gates are set to open.

The Best Pubs in Brisbane for 2026

Phoebe Tully — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 03:05:02 +0000

From historic riverfront institutions to lively neighbourhood locals, these are the Brisbane pubs worth settling into right now.

This Just In: Qantas Is Cutting Domestic Flights and Raising Prices as the Airline's Fuel Costs Blow Out to $3.3 Billion

Hudson Brown — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 02:50:29 +0000

Australia's national airline has announced it's increasing the price of airfares and reducing domestic capacity to address significant fuel cost concerns.

CP On: How Do We Future-Proof the Hospitality Industry?

Quincy Malesovas — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 01:19:53 +0000

With crisis after crisis piling on costs for venue owners and operators, how is the hospo world preparing for whatever the future may hold?

This Just In: One in Five Aussies Have Started Shared Living Situations to Save During the Cost of Living Crisis

Alec Jones — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 00:40:38 +0000

A new study of Australian saving tactics has revealed that sharehouses are the solution for millions.

How to Hack Hotel Travel: Deals, Upgrades and Insider Benefits

Concrete Playground — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 00:28:31 +0000

From using loyalty points to booking directly, these hotel hacks can help you make the most of your travel plans.

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

Alec Jones — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 02:14:05 +0000

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

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

Eliza Campbell — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 06:11:31 +0000

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

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

Concrete Playground — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 05:29:09 +0000

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

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

Hudson Brown — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 03:37:12 +0000

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

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

Eliza Campbell — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 06:31:36 +0000

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.

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

Hudson Brown — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 04:11:31 +0000

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

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

Alec Jones — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 05:26:37 +0000

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

Upstate Announces Its First Brisbane Studio, Bringing the Future of Movement to West End

Alec Jones — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 02:24:35 +0000

The high-octane fitness brand taking Australia by storm has touched down in Brisbane.

This Just In: Fair Work Commission Scraps Junior Pay Rates for Young Adults in Australia

Alec Jones — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 23:08:58 +0000

A landmark decision will see hundreds of thousands of Aussies get an overdue pay rise.

Inside Fox Coffee, Brisbane's 130kg-a-Week Espresso Powerhouse

Jasmine Wallis — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 22:11:44 +0000

How a humble family-run warehouse coffee roastery in Brisbane's inner north transformed into a local community hub.

Brisbane Powerhouse Is Adding a New Daylight Long Lunch to This Winter's Night Feast

Alec Jones — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 21:05:52 +0000

When the formerly springtime event returns for its first winter run, it's bringing a fire and crimson-themed long lunch with it.

This Just In: Some State Governments are Now Offering Free Public Transport Due to the Fuel Crisis — But Others Expect Commuters to Pick up the Bill

Alec Jones — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 00:34:38 +0000

With fuel prices climbing every day and the potential of a recession looming, some Australian states are offering to ease one daily expense.

This Just In: Kylie Minogue Is Headlining the 2026 AFL Grand Final Pre-Game Show

Lauren McNamara — Sun, 29 Mar 2026 22:55:01 +0000

Tune in to the big game this September to see the legendary Australian musician make an overdue AFL Grand Final debut.

Roca Cabana is Byron Bay's Luxe New Pool Club From the Team at Roca

Concrete Playground — Sun, 29 Mar 2026 22:48:02 +0000

Located beside Latin American restaurant Roca, the adults-only pool club pairs ceviche and cocktails with poolside lounging.

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

Sarah Ward — Sat, 28 Mar 2026 19:41:36 +0000

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