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THE BEST NEW VENUES IN ULUWATU IN 2026

Bali's surfing hotspot is increasingly becoming the go-to for tourists and expats alike, with the culinary offering expanding rapidly alongside Uluwatu's growth, in Auckland
A GUIDE TO VANUATU: WHERE TO STAY, EAT AND EXPLORE ACROSS EFATE AND ESPIRITU SANTO

Just two and a half hours flight from Brisbane, Vanuatu trades resort strips for blue holes, volcanic peaks and kastom villages, in Brisbane
COMING SOON: AUCKLAND-BORN MENSWEAR FAVOURITE I LOVE UGLY IS BACK ON AUSTRALIAN SOIL WITH NEW SYDNEY AND MELBOURNE FLAGSHIPS

A cult Kiwi fashion favourite is crossing the ditch, with two new stores set to land in Melbourne and Sydney, in Melbourne
THE ALEX, A BLUE MOUNTAINS PUB THAT'S BEEN WELCOMING HOLIDAYMAKERS FOR 120 YEARS, JUST GOT A $1 MILLION MAKEOVER

Leura's only licensed hotel is entering a new era, with a $1 million revival restoring its heritage features and refreshing its mountain-view grounds, in Sydney
DRIFTER'S HOTEL-HOSTELS ARE LANDING IN WELLINGTON AND AUCKLAND, THEN ITS MELBOURNE STAY IS BECOMING THE BRAND'S BIGGEST YET

The hostel brand will open two more New Zealand properties in 2027, before its existing Melbourne CBD location gets a huge revamp, in Wellington

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Coming Soon: Auckland-Born Menswear Favourite I Love Ugly Is Back on Australian Soil With New Sydney and Melbourne Flagships

A cult Kiwi fashion favourite is crossing the ditch, with two new stores set to land in Melbourne and Sydney.

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CP Picks: Canadian Furniture Brand Cozey Wants You to Actually Use Your Sofas — And Let Your Pets on Them, Too

Cozey’s Edmund Lam explains how the Canadian brand designs for dogs, dinner on the couch and changing your mind.

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A Guide to Vanuatu: Where to Stay, Eat and Explore Across Efate and Espiritu Santo

Just two and a half hours flight from Brisbane, Vanuatu trades resort strips for blue holes, volcanic peaks and kastom villages.

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From Doubt to Direction: How To Fit Uni Into Your Already-Busy Life

How to make uni work alongside your job, relationships and everything else life can throw at you.

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Now Open: The Brains Behind Uluwatu's Favourite Venues Launch Italian-Inspired Restaurant, My Dear Clara

The team behind KALA, Lolita's and Lola's Cantina has opened a 140-seat Italian-inspired restaurant on Uluwatu's main strip, complete with a theatrical open kitchen and house-made cheese.

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This Boutique Hotel in Bali's Canggu Is a Dream Home Stay That Inspires Creativity

Created by Bali Interiors founder Sheila Man, Bi Design House is a five-room boutique hotel near Canggu built for slowing down and creatively recharging.

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The Best New Venues in Uluwatu in 2026

Bali's surfing hotspot is increasingly becoming the go-to for tourists and expats alike, with the culinary offering expanding rapidly alongside Uluwatu's growth.

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Drifter's Hotel-Hostels Are Landing in Wellington and Auckland, Then Its Melbourne Stay Is Becoming the Brand's Biggest Yet

The hostel brand will open two more New Zealand properties in 2027, before its existing Melbourne CBD location gets a huge revamp.

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From London to Bali, This Renowned Yakitori Restaurant Brings Binchōtan-Grilled Cuts and a Next-Door Listening Bar to Sanur

This recent addition to Sanur is putting nose-to-tail yakitori, Japanese comfort food and jazzy vinyl tunes on the menu.

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P.E Nation Serves Balletcore With Muted Tones and Barre-Inspired Activewear in New Spring Collection

It's fitting for the year of the ballet flat.

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A First-Time Snow Bunny's Guide to Cardrona Alpine Resort

Armed with zero snow experience, Concrete Playground slips and slides down the most extensive yet welcoming winter wonderland in the Southern Hemisphere.

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Not Even Our Kitchens Are Safe From Automation — How Machine-Made Food Is Working Its Way Into the Mainstream

From robot waiters to automated espresso machines, food automation is no longer a novelty. Here's how it's quietly reshaping Melbourne's cafes, restaurants and noodle shops.

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CP Picks: Canadian Furniture Brand Cozey Wants You to Actually Use Your Sofas — And Let Your Pets on Them, Too

Cozey’s Edmund Lam explains how the Canadian brand designs for dogs, dinner on the couch and changing your mind.

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A Guide to Vanuatu: Where to Stay, Eat and Explore Across Efate and Espiritu Santo

Just two and a half hours flight from Brisbane, Vanuatu trades resort strips for blue holes, volcanic peaks and kastom villages.

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From Doubt to Direction: How To Fit Uni Into Your Already-Busy Life

How to make uni work alongside your job, relationships and everything else life can throw at you.

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Now Open: The Brains Behind Uluwatu's Favourite Venues Launch Italian-Inspired Restaurant, My Dear Clara

The team behind KALA, Lolita's and Lola's Cantina has opened a 140-seat Italian-inspired restaurant on Uluwatu's main strip, complete with a theatrical open kitchen and house-made cheese.

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This Boutique Hotel in Bali's Canggu Is a Dream Home Stay That Inspires Creativity

Created by Bali Interiors founder Sheila Man, Bi Design House is a five-room boutique hotel near Canggu built for slowing down and creatively recharging.

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The Best New Venues in Uluwatu in 2026

Bali's surfing hotspot is increasingly becoming the go-to for tourists and expats alike, with the culinary offering expanding rapidly alongside Uluwatu's growth.

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Coming Soon: Auckland-Born Menswear Favourite I Love Ugly Is Back on Australian Soil With New Sydney and Melbourne Flagships

A cult Kiwi fashion favourite is crossing the ditch, with two new stores set to land in Melbourne and Sydney.

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CP Picks: Canadian Furniture Brand Cozey Wants You to Actually Use Your Sofas — And Let Your Pets on Them, Too

Cozey’s Edmund Lam explains how the Canadian brand designs for dogs, dinner on the couch and changing your mind.

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Feature
A Guide to Vanuatu: Where to Stay, Eat and Explore Across Efate and Espiritu Santo

Just two and a half hours flight from Brisbane, Vanuatu trades resort strips for blue holes, volcanic peaks and kastom villages.

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Guide
The Best Rooftop Bars in Melbourne

Head to these sun-soaked Melbourne rooftop bars and pubs when you want to enjoy a cocktail and bite to eat skyward.

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Guide
The Best Bakeries in Melbourne

Crunch through crusty sourdough, munch on stacked sandwiches, savour flaky croissants and chew on moreish cookies, devour doughnuts and admire pastry perfection at the best bakeries in Melbourne.

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News
Now Open: Merrell Has Opened Its First Ever Asia-Pacific Flagship Store at Emporium Melbourne

The 400-square-metre store stocks Gramicci, Pyra and P.A.M. alongside Merrell's own range, which is a global first for the outdoor brand.

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Coming Soon: Auckland-Born Menswear Favourite I Love Ugly Is Back on Australian Soil With New Sydney and Melbourne Flagships

A cult Kiwi fashion favourite is crossing the ditch, with two new stores set to land in Melbourne and Sydney.

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News
CP Picks: Canadian Furniture Brand Cozey Wants You to Actually Use Your Sofas — And Let Your Pets on Them, Too

Cozey’s Edmund Lam explains how the Canadian brand designs for dogs, dinner on the couch and changing your mind.

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News
Christmas Carol Goes Wrong at Sydney Opera House

Comedic misfortunes dominate the stage in the Sydney Opera House's latest addition to their summer programming.

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Feature
A Guide to Vanuatu: Where to Stay, Eat and Explore Across Efate and Espiritu Santo

Just two and a half hours flight from Brisbane, Vanuatu trades resort strips for blue holes, volcanic peaks and kastom villages.

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News
Sydney's Getting a Walk-Up Drive-Thru With No Cars or Deep Fryers for One Day Only

Steph de Sousa, the Air Fryer Queen, is serving up 400 free bao’s in Martin Place on Tuesday, October 20, courtesy of Sunbeam and their new Multi Zone Steam Air Fryer.

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News
From Doubt to Direction: How To Fit Uni Into Your Already-Busy Life

How to make uni work alongside your job, relationships and everything else life can throw at you.

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The Best New Venues in Uluwatu in 2026

Bali's surfing hotspot is increasingly becoming the go-to for tourists and expats alike, with the culinary offering expanding rapidly alongside Uluwatu's growth.

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News
Drifter's Hotel-Hostels Are Landing in Wellington and Auckland, Then Its Melbourne Stay Is Becoming the Brand's Biggest Yet

The hostel brand will open two more New Zealand properties in 2027, before its existing Melbourne CBD location gets a huge revamp.

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From London to Bali, This Renowned Yakitori Restaurant Brings Binchōtan-Grilled Cuts and a Next-Door Listening Bar to Sanur

This recent addition to Sanur is putting nose-to-tail yakitori, Japanese comfort food and jazzy vinyl tunes on the menu.

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P.E Nation Serves Balletcore With Muted Tones and Barre-Inspired Activewear in New Spring Collection

It's fitting for the year of the ballet flat.

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A First-Time Snow Bunny's Guide to Cardrona Alpine Resort

Armed with zero snow experience, Concrete Playground slips and slides down the most extensive yet welcoming winter wonderland in the Southern Hemisphere.

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It Girl Designer Cecilie Bahnsen's Whimsical ASICS Sneakers Are Back for Spring 2026

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