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This Ancient Mexican Landmark Has Inspired a New Luxury Tequila

Concrete Playground — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 23:37:34 +0000

The inspiration behind 1800 Tequila's new luxury añejo, 1800 GuachiMonton, is an ancient ceremonial site in the heart of Mexico's tequila region.

Some of the World's Sharpest Thinkers Are Touring Australia — Here's Who to See

Concrete Playground — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 06:50:45 +0000

In an era of endless scrolling and algorithm-fed opinions, people are craving live events that offer them the opposite. Over the coming months, Australian events company Thinkable is bringing a lineup of internationally renowned authors, scientists, and psychologists to stages around the country for a series of thought-provoking live conversations. Whether you're a devoted non-fiction […]

ASICS SportStyle Melbourne Pop-Up

Concrete Playground — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 23:49:45 +0000

ASICS SportStyle is taking over Melbourne with a five-day pop-up celebrating creativity, community and movement. Expect hands-on workshops, Japanese-inspired food, specialty coffee, exclusive sneaker launches and free entry.

TCS Sydney Marathon's 42km Street Party This August

Concrete Playground — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 01:15:59 +0000

The TCS Sydney Marathon presented by ASICS is turning race day into a citywide celebration, with live music and DJ sets bringing the whole course to life.

Know a Community Hero? Zeus Street Greek Is Giving Locals the Chance to Say Thanks

Concrete Playground — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 02:41:53 +0000

Zeus Street Greek is celebrating its 50th restaurant by inviting Australians to nominate local community heroes and enjoy a limited-time DoorDash family feast.

Thinking About a Career Pivot? Here's How One Hospitality Professional Made the Leap Without Leaving the Industry

Concrete Playground — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 05:41:20 +0000

After ten years in hospitality, Bec Foley returned to study to build a career in marketing and food writing, proving you don't have to leave the industry you love to change careers.

The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra Are Revealing the Weird and Wonderful Objects Behind Movie Sound Effects

Concrete Playground — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 03:42:47 +0000

From snapping celery to clacking coconut shells, the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra is uncovering the techniques Foley artists use to bring films to life this winter.

The 12 New Blockbusters Worth Adding to Your Winter Home Cinema Lineup

Concrete Playground — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 23:52:16 +0000

Cold weather, couch plans and a stacked release calendar. These are the biggest new films to rent and buy for your next home winter movie night.

Your Winter Cultural Hit List: Festivals, Events and How to Have a Say in Shaping Your City

Concrete Playground — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 02:17:11 +0000

From late-night markets and major film festivals to winter food events and city-wide celebrations, these are the cultural moments worth adding to your calendar this season.

The Modern Career Path Isn't Linear But Here's Why You're Not Going Back to Square One When Pivoting

Concrete Playground — Fri, 03 Jul 2026 02:58:16 +0000

Considering creating your own business or pivoting industries? Here's how to make the jump without starting from scratch.