The Summer Travel & Leisure Guide

Because the year’s too long and summer’s too short to waste time on the mediocre.
Rich Fogarty
December 10, 2014
  • News

    The Five Best Waterfalls Near Sydney You Can Swim Under

    Don't stick to the rivers and the lakes that you're used to — nor the crammed Sydney beaches.

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    The Ten Best Beaches in Sydney

    From napping under palms on the northern beaches to snorkelling in the turquoise waters of a protected marine reserve, these are ten of our year-round go-to Sydney beaches. 

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    Where to Find the Best Ice Cream and Gelato in Sydney

    Whether you like your scoops creamy, salty, deep-fried or vegan, you can find them here.

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    The Best Places to Go Glamping in NSW

    All these luxury NSW glamping experiences are under two hours away from Sydney's CBD — making it all too easy to have a weekend wilderness adventure in total comfort.

  • Restaurant

    Raw Bar

    136 Warners Avenue, Bondi

    Bondi's Raw Bar is the classic light, summery Japanese joint everyone wishes was in their 'hood.

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    The Best Luxury Getaways from Sydney

    Sydney is blessed with loads of dreamy destinations ideal for blissed-out breaks with your partner or posse.

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    The Grounds of Alexandria

    Building 7A, 2 Huntley Street, Alexandria

    The Grounds is innovative, idealist and a little bit chic — in the best possible way.

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    The Ten Best Picnic Spots in Sydney

    Wait till the weather is just right, then fill your esky with cold beer, natural wine and an oversupply of snacks and get picnicking.

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    The Best Cold Coffees in Sydney

    Caffeine hits without the heat.

  • News

    The Best Things to Do in Sydney from A-Z

    The ultimate Sydney bucket list.

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    The Best Rooftop Bars in Sydney

    For the ultimate sundowners.

  • News

    The Eight Best Rum Bars in Sydney

    From a Cuban sugar trader's estate to a witch-doctor's apothecary, Sydney's rum destinations are never boring.

  • Restaurant

    Chiosco by Ormeggio

    The Jetty, D'Albora Marina, The Spit, Upper Spit Road, Mosman

    First-rate Italian food on a jetty. What moor could you want?

  • Event

    The City of Sydney's Plant Sale Fundraiser

    Sunday, March 8, 2015

    St Mary's Cathedral Forecourt, Sydney

    The City of Sydney is giving away the pots of flowers that have blanketed the CBD over summer, with gold coin donations going to charity.

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    Art at Night

    Thursday, March 12, 2015, Thursday, March 19, 2015 and Thursday, March 26, 2015 

    Various locations, Sydney

    Galleries throw open their doors after dark, in an Art Month favourite.

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    ARTcycle Tours

    Saturday, March 7, 2015, Sunday, March 8, 2015, Saturday, March 14, 2015 and Sunday, March 15, 2015 

    Various locations, Sydney

    Join in a truly eye-opening bike ride.

  • Restaurant

    Pagoto Gelato & Waffle House - CLOSED

    301 Victoria Rd, Marrickville

    A challenger to Messina and N2 comes from the Greeks and their watermelon feta gelato.

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    House of Crabs Endless Bag Night

    Thursday, March 12, 2015

    House of Crabs, Redfern

    Bibs on. This is serious all-you-can-eat crab.

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    Secret Garden Festival 2015

    Friday, February 27 - Saturday, February 28, 2015

    Secret Location

    Sharon Van Etten, Parquet Courts and all the dress ups.

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    MAASive Lates - Undressed

    Thursday, March 26, 2015

    Powerhouse Museum, Ultimo

    Ride the carousel, find out more about Alan Turing and celebrate the intersection of science and circus at the Powerhouse Museum after hours.

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    Sydney Cellar Door 2015

    Friday, February 27 - Sunday, March 1, 1970

    Hyde Park, Sydney

    The NSW-wide winery tour you can do in one sunny afternoon.

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    Wanderlust Cockatoo Island 2015

    Friday, February 20 - Sunday, February 22, 2015

    Cockatoo Island, Sydney

    When regular music festivals leave you feeling out of whack, there's yogic funland Wanderlust.

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    Mardi Gras Parade 2015

    Saturday, March 7, 2015

    Oxford Street and surrounding areas, Darlinghurst

    Sydney's iconic celebration lights up the Darlinghurst streets.

  • News

    Zara Home Launches in Australia

    Extend your wardrobe to your walls.

  • Event

    Spartan Stadium Race

    Thursday, September 10, 2015

    ANZ Stadium, Homebush

    This. Is. SPARTA.

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    50 Shades of Bay Takeaway Picnic for Two

    Saturday, February 14, 2015

    Watsons Bay Boutique Hotel, Watsons Bay

    V-Day plans sorted, all without breaking a sweat.

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    Chinese New Year Twilight Parade 2015

    Sunday, February 22, 2015

    Sydney Town Hall, Sydney

    Chinese New Year's signature event is still one of the most fun.

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    Lunar Streets

    Saturday, February 14, 2015

    Chinatown, Haymarket

    Join the long tables for a night of pan-Asian food and pop music.

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    Lunar Markets

    Thursday, February 12 - Sunday, February 22, 2015

    Pyrmont Bay Park, Pyrmont

    Why should noodle markets come around but once a year?

  • News

    This Swing Table Just Made Meetings Way More Fun

    Swing your way through boring PowerPoint presentations.

  • News

    The Best Ways to Get Out and Enjoy Sydney This Month

    Gear up with SPF30+ and broad-brimmed sunhats and squeeze the most out of the last days of summer.

  • News

    State Government Moves to Rip Up College Street Cycleway

    Is this goodbye to one of the safest routes through CBD chaos?

  • News

    Eight Sydney Beach + Eats Trips to Make Before the End of Summer

    For the ultimate summer's satisfaction, combine your beach excursion with a foodie one.

  • News

    Could This New Sky Garden Be the Workplace of the Future?

    Forget the tedium of the office cubicle. The future is harvesting your own lunch, wearable tech and abseiling during coffee breaks.

  • News

    Take a Peek at the Future Chinatown We'll Be Strolling Through

    Sydney's home of Peking duck is going more pedestrian-friendly.

  • News

    Big Revamp Under Way for Bondi Cafe Harry's

    Bondi's little espresso bar is expanding.

  • News

    Van Gogh Paintings Realised as Haute Couture

    Van Gogh's little straw hat has never looked so Bjork.

  • News

    GALLERY + REVIEW: Laneway Festival 2015

    Hypnotised by FKA twigs, pashed by Mac DeMarco, fed by Mary's. Laneway crowds lucked out this year.

  • Event

    Hurley Australian Open of Surfing 2015

    Saturday, February 7 - Sunday, February 15, 2015

    Manly Beach, Manly

    Go running down to the riptide for free sets from Vance Joy and San Cisco.

  • Event

    Bob Marley's 70th Birthday Feast at Queenie's

    Thursday, February 5, 2015

    Queenie's, Surry Hills

    The legend would have been 70 this week. Eat a Rasta-Muffin in his honour.

  • Event

    A Taste of Harmony Food Truck Festival

    Monday, February 2, 2015

    Martin Place, Sydney

    Grab your coworkers and share a food truck lunch.

  • News

    A Look Back at Ten Years of Laneway Festival

    The last ten years have seen Australian festival after Australian festival launch and go under. How have Laneway managed to nail it?

  • News

    The Ten Best Outdoor Gyms in Sydney

    Playground equipment for grown-ups. The perfect way to break up a run.

  • News

    This New App Can Tell You Which Friend Stresses You Out Most

    Want to surround yourself with positive people? There's an app for that.

  • Restaurant

    Aqua S - CLOSED

    Shop 27, Level 10, Regent Place, George St, Sydney

    An ice-creamery with its head in the clouds.

  • News

    Dr Faustus Opens on Cleveland Street

    Meet the elusive, experimental Dr Faustus.

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    Din Tai Fung Opens Two-Storey Dumpling Palace in Sydney

    Those xiao long bao dumplings are going south.

  • Event

    The Sydney Skinny 2015

    Sunday, March 1, 2015

    Cobblers Beach, Mosman

    A unique, en masse skinny dipping experience.

  • Event

    Belle and Sebastian

    Thursday, January 29 - Saturday, January 31, 2015

    Enmore Theatre, Newtown

    Indie pop royalty blown in on a breeze of Glaswegian whimsy.

  • News

    Belle and Sebastian's Stuart Murdoch Wanted Your Nine-to-Five Job

    The Glaswegian lead singer also thinks you might have written his music for him.

  • News

    Win Golden Age Cinema Passes Thanks to Appleton Estate

    Here's the best way to indulge in a little late-deco nostalgia and a cracking film.

  • News

    Aqua S Ice Cream Parlour Opens in Sydney CBD

    Meet the new Sydney ice cream joint making a feast of the humble soft serve.

  • Event

    Tin Shed Camping Tours

    Friday, January 30 - Saturday, January 31, 2015

    Bondi Pavilion, Bondi Beach

    A campfire, ghost stories, singalongs and bears, all at Bondi Pavilion's indoor woodlands.

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    Club Swizzle

    Friday, January 9 - Sunday, March 15, 2015

    Order yourself a drink and get ready to dive into the deep end of debauchery.

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    Every Man and His Dog Stand Up Paddle Race

    Monday, January 26, 2015

    Watsons Bay Boutique Hotel, Watsons Bay

    The new way to dog paddle.

  • News

    How to Build a Cafe in Nine Days

    Go behind the scenes of The Grounds of Alexandria's Sculpture by the Sea pop-up.

  • News

    Fratelli Fresh Opens New CBD Restaurant

    Parlamento should have no problems meeting quorum.

  • News

    Bang Street Food Opens in Surry Hills

    Bangladeshi street nosh has landed on Crown.

  • Event

    Popteno

    Wednesday, January 28 - Tuesday, March 31, 2015

    Popteno, Rushcutters Bay

    Not even a fire can slow the Porteno crew down.

  • News

    The Ten Best Summer Getaways from Sydney

    You're never more than an hour away from a cabin on the coast and a cocktail to shake in it.

  • Event

    Slidestreet

    Monday, January 26, 2015

    Centennial Park, Centennial Park

    Wish, granted.

  • Event

    IMB Sunset Cinema North Sydney 2015

    Thursday, January 22 - Saturday, March 28, 2015

    North Sydney Oval, North Sydney

    Roll out that picnic blanket, grab a basket of snacks and settle in; it's sunset cinema season.

  • News

    One Day Sundays Moves Homes After Noise Complaints

    The beloved block party has a new, last-minute venue - but it could be for the best.

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    Golden Age Cinema's Bill Murra-thon

    Tuesday, February 3 - Sunday, February 8, 2015

    Golden Age Cinema & Bar, Surry Hills

    The Golden Age Cinema is hosting day upon day of Bill Murray at his finest.

  • Event

    Campfire Sessions at Cockatoo Island

    Saturday, January 17 - Sunday, January 18, 2015

    Cockatoo Island, Sydney

    Let's be honest, summer nights are best spent with live music around an island campfire.

  • News

    Porteno to Open Rushcutters Bay Pop-Up

    Not even a fire can slow the Porteno crew down.

  • Event

    Rice Is Nice Summer Party at The Vic

    Sunday, January 18, 2015

    The Vic Hotel, Enmore

    The Sydney record label puts on a perfect, chilled-out Sunday of free live music.

  • News

    Build Your Own Smartphone With Google's Project Ara

    Pick and choose the components of your phone. Nice one, Google.

  • News

    Jurassic Lounge Heads Back to the Australian Museum

    Your favourite after-hours museum party is back.

  • News

    Inaugural Bacon Festival to Launch at Cuckoo Callay

    Chocolate-covered rashers, bacon caramel ice cream, even Bacon Bloody Marys.

  • News

    Black Betty BBQ Comes to Surry Hills

    The Oxford Tavern's meat-lovin' barbecue joint has a second home.

  • News

    This Durable Cardboard Bike Costs Just $10 to Make

    A bike so cheap that it's not even worth the energy deployed in trying to steal it.

  • News

    The Ten Best Things to Come Out of Jamaica

    Jerk, James Bond, the world's finest coffee and rum? Thank Jamaica.

  • Event

    Beat the Drum: Celebrating 40 Years of Triple J

    Friday, January 16, 2015

    The Domain, Sydney

    If you're a never-fail triple j listener, you won't want to hear about this one on Saturday morning radio.

  • Event

    Waterfall Swing

    Thursday, January 8 - Saturday, January 24, 2015

    Darling Harbour, Sydney

    This is one souped-up piece of play equipment.

  • Event

    Veuve Clicquot Airstream Pop-Up Bar

    Sunday, January 4 - Sunday, February 1, 2015

    Sydney Opera House, Sydney

    Summer just took indulgence next level.

  • Event

    Seu Jorge: Summer Sounds in the Domain

    Saturday, January 10, 2015

    The Domain, Sydney

    Sydney Festival's free outdoor dance party/picnic is back, with a heart-stealing headliner.

  • News

    The Sydney Festival 2015 Eats Guide

    Grab a bite before the show - within walking distance of your venue.

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    Coogee Pavilion Rooftop

    169 Dolphin St, Coogee

    Life's a beach at the imaginative Coogee Pavilion's beachfront rooftop bar.

  • News

    Behind Sydney Festival 2015's Most Visible Art Work

    Higher Ground is a perspective-skewing, Op Art-inspired installation by Maser, Ireland's favourite street artist.

  • News

    Gelato Messina and Porteno Announce Sydney Festival Menu

    Burgers and chicken drumsticks made from gelato? Next level, Messina.

  • News

    Sydney Opera House to Launch New Beachy Pop-Ups for Summer

    Cabana chairs, San Francisco-style margaritas, pints of prawns. Summer's getting wonderfully indulgent.

  • News

    After Hours Circus Extravaganza to Launch at the Powerhouse Museum

    Run away to the circus, without fully committing.

  • News

    Goodgod's Brand New Eatery Announced

    Bao down to the newest Goodgod resident.

  • Event

    Wye Oak

    Friday, January 9, 2015

    The Aurora, Sydney

    Soaring, unmissable Baltimore folk direct from Sydney Festival to you.

  • News

    Summertime Sips: Three Rum Cocktails to Make at Home this Summer

    Your pool party punch and post-festival nightcap, sorted.

  • News

    Concrete Playground's Guide to Sydney's Islands

    Grab the wine cooler, pack a picnic and go island hopping in your own city.

  • Bar

    Stillery

    InterContinental Sydney Double Bay, 33 Cross St, Double Bay

    Sydney’s new destination for the gin-uinely passionate.

  • News

    Seu Jorge: The Eclectic Brazilian Who One-Upped David Bowie

    Tipped as one the must-sees of Sydney Festival 2015, this smooth-voiced Brazilian made us rethink The Thin White Duke.

  • Event

    New Year's Eve at Pink Salt Double Bay

    Wednesday, December 31, 2014

    Pink Salt, Double Bay

    Mixologist concoctions, Mediterranean feasting and one of Sydney's newest revamps make for one unique NYE.

  • News

    The Best New Year's Day Parties in Sydney

    Dust off that hangover, 2015 ain't waiting.

  • Event

    Soul of Sydney Block Party

    Thursday, January 1, 2015

    Secret Location in Sydney, Sydney

    Plunge into 2015 with a big soul love injection.

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    New Year's Day at the Vic on the Park

    Thursday, January 1, 2015

    The Vic Hotel, Enmore

    Another fun, free live music festival from The Vic.

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    Goodgod's Jiggy NYE Ball with Levins and Shantan

    Wednesday, December 31, 2014

    Goodgod Small Club, Sydney

    Bump 'n' grind your way into 2015 with All The Hip Hop.

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    Woodford Folk Festival 2014/15

    Saturday, December 27, 2014 - Thursday, January 1, 2015

    Woodfordia, Woodford

    Set up camp, let your hair get knotty, and roam makeshift tarpaulin towns.

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    Water Polo by the Sea

    Saturday, January 3, 2015

    Bondi Icebergs, Bondi Beach

    Water, water everywhere, and a drop to drink.

  • Event

    The Bay Brunch at Watsons Bay Boutique Hotel

    Sunday, September 27, 2015, Sunday, October 4, 2015 and Sunday, October 18, 2015 

    Watsons Bay Boutique Hotel, Watsons Bay

    The Watsons Bay Boutique Hotel's all-you-can-eat buffet brunch (with views) is back.

  • Event

    Belle's Hot Chicken Pop-Up at Bondi Icebergs

    Sunday, January 18, 2015

    Bondi Icebergs, Bondi Beach

    Summer just got a little more Nashvillian in Bondi. 

  • News

    The 2014 Boxing Day Movie Smackdown

    It's a fierce field of contenders, except for one sadly flabby has-been.

  • Event

    The Bay Brunch at Watsons Bay Boutique Hotel

    Friday, December 26, 2014

    Watsons Bay Boutique Hotel, Watsons Bay

    These summer holidays, the Watsons Bay Boutique Hotel is bringing an all-you-can-eat buffet brunch our way - complete with those picture-perfect views.

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    Boxing Day Backyard Cricket at The Greens

    Friday, December 26, 2014

    The Greens, North Sydney

    Backyard cricket goes public with harbour views and Chandon Summer Brut.

  • Event

    One Day Sundays Christmas Edition

    Sunday, December 28, 2014

    The Vic Hotel, Enmore

    Continue the Christmas spirit with a hip hop block party for a good cause.

  • Bar

    Opera Bar

    Lower Concourse, Sydney Opera House, Bennelong Point, Sydney

    A must-do with out-of-towners or when you're seeing a gig at the Opera House.

  • Event

    Mountain Sounds Launch Party

    Friday, December 19, 2014

    Oxford Art Factory, Darlinghurst

    Get a taste of what's in store at next year's Central Coast festival.

  • News

    N2 Extreme Gelato Opens Newtown Outpost

    Get set for Young Henrys beer and prawn cracker gelato and other Newtownian concoctions.

  • News

    Concrete Playground's Summer Reading List

    Ten books from this year that no bibliophile should miss.

  • Event

    Ty Segall

    Wednesday, December 17 - Thursday, December 18, 2014

    Oxford Art Factory, Darlinghurst

    San Fran sludge rock at its very, very best.

  • Event

    Paddington Christmas Night Markets

    Thursday, December 18, 2014

    Paddington Uniting Church, Paddington

    Possibly the best, most breezy way to do your last-minute Christmas shopping.

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    Sydney Living Museums' 2014 Christmas Fare

    Thursday, December 18, 2014

    Hyde Park Barracks Museum, Sydney

    Eat, drink and be merry, with giftable goods from 40 of Sydney's finest artisans.

  • Bar

    Hotel Harry

    40-44 Wentworth Avenue, Surry Hills

    The century-old Macquarie Hotel building gets a Cuban revolution, complete with traditional barbacoa.

  • Bar

    The Butler

    123 Victoria St, Potts Point

    This expansive Potts Point terrace restaurant and bar boasts panoramic views of Sydney's skyline.

  • Event

    St Jerome's Laneway Festival 2015

    Sunday, February 1, 2015

    Sydney College of the Arts, Rozelle

    Celebrating ten years of Laneway shenanigans, it's only fitting to invite Mac DeMarco's mum to the party.

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    Field Day 2015

    Thursday, January 1, 2015

    The Domain, Sydney

    Boasting one of the best festival lineups of the summer, Field Day's stepped things up a serious notch for NYD.

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    New Year's Eve at Sweethearts Rooftop Barbecue

    Wednesday, December 31, 2014

    Sweethearts Rooftop, Potts Point

    Celebrate the final hours of 2014 with smoked meats and smoked beats on the rooftop.

  • Guide

    The Summer Design & Style Guide

    Forget layers; summer and style go hand in hand, and its greatest hits are never disposable.

  • Event

    New Year's Eve at The Butler

    Wednesday, December 31, 2014

    The Butler, Potts Point

    One of the best seats in the house for a panoramic Sydney New Year's.

  • Event

    St George Openair Cinema 2015

    Wednesday, January 7, 2015 - Sunday, December 21, 2014

    Mrs Macquarie's Point, Sydney

    Seven premieres and Priscilla, Queen of the Desert's 21st birthday.

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    NYE on the Harbour 2014-15

    Wednesday, December 31, 2014

    Cargo, Sydney

    Bring in 2015 with a solid dose of Hermitude, Hayden James and Crooked Colours.

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    Papa Gede's 'No-Pressure New Year’s Eve Solution'

    Wednesday, December 31, 2014

    Papa Gede's, Sydney

    The New Year's Eve plan for those without a New Year's Eve plan.

  • Guide

    The Summer Arts & Entertainment Guide

    The nights are long; savour them in the best outdoor (or air conditioned) events.

  • Event

    Bondi Icebergs' New Year's Day Party

    Thursday, January 1, 2015

    Bondi Icebergs, Bondi Beach

    Got a spare four-hundy? Happy Freakin' New Year.

  • Event

    Little Fish Summer Gin Garden

    Thursday, January 1, 1970

    Flying Fish, Pyrmont

    A lush garden oasis pop-up for this summer's gin sampling.

  • Event

    FCxMCA

    Sunday, January 4 - Sunday, March 29, 2015

    Museum of Contemporary Art Australia, The Rocks

    Beats, meet art. Art, beats.

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    The Leura Shakespeare Festival – Sport for Jove

    Saturday, January 10 - Sunday, January 25, 2015

    Everglades Gardens, Leura

    Soak up electric summer twilights with A Midsummer Night's Dream and Arthur Miller's The Crucible.

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    Astral People's Summer Dance Series at National Art School

    Sunday, January 11, 2015 - Saturday, February 22, 2014

    National Art School, Darlinghurst

    Summer's sorted with a series of outdoor shindigs from Sydney's party people.

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    Sydney’s Picnic Markets

    Sunday, December 14, 2014

    Prince Alfred Park, Redfern

    Sydney's new flea market has a simple premise: if it's on a blanket, it's for sale.

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    UNDR ctrl Summer Rooftop Series

    Saturday, December 6, 2014

    Kings X Hotel, Woolloomooloo

    Kiss the sky at UNDR Ctrl's balmy house night.

  • Event

    Sydney Hills Shakespeare in the Park – Sport for Jove

    Friday, December 5 - Tuesday, December 30, 2014

    Bella Vista Farm, Bella Vista

    Linger in the woods of a dusky summer evening with excellent outdoor performances of A Midsummer Night's Dream and The Crucible.

  • Bar

    Daniel San - CLOSED

    55 North Steyne, Manly

    As the wise Mr. Miyagi once observed, balance is all important. Thankfully, Daniel San gets the balance between exuberant fun and serious cooking just right.

  • News

    Coogee Pavilion Rooftop Set to Open for Summer

    Sydney's beachside citadel is about to reveal the cherry atop its three-level venue, just in time for the new year.

  • News

    New Terrace Bar The Butler Opens in Potts Point

    The minds behind Bondi Hardware and SoCal have opened their newbie just in time for summer.

  • News

    St George OpenAir Cinema 2015 Program Announced

    Seven premieres and Priscilla, Queen of the Desert's 21st birthday.

  • Event

    Atomic Bomb! The Music of William Onyeabor

    Friday, January 16 - Saturday, January 17, 2015

    Enmore Theatre, Newtown

    It takes 18 artists to recreate the elusive William Onyeabor - but they do it well.

  • News

    A Guide to the Perfect Summer Playlist from the Makers of JukeCase

    Road tripping, house partying, beach-bumming. Here's how to soundtrack your summer.

  • Bar

    Meat District Co.

    11 Lime Street, King Street Wharf, Sydney

    Grilled cuts, burgers and roasted bone marrow direct from the US of A.

  • Bar

    PizzAperta - CLOSED

    80 Pirrama Road, Pyrmont

    Make yourself comfortable at Stefano Manfredi's casual pizza piazza.

  • Event

    Swine Royale

    Wednesday, December 17, 2014

    Swine & Co, Sydney

    Dapper up for blackjack, Draper-inspired cocktails and All the Crackling.

  • News

    Bondi Icebergs' Exclusive New Year's Day Party Announces Lineup

    Got a spare four-hundy? Happy Freakin' New Year.

  • News

    Bondi Bowling Club Had an Epic Revamp, Officially Reopens

    The latest in the bowlo-reno trend sweeping Sydney.

  • News

    Moonlight Cinema Announce 2014-15 Program

    Whip out the picnic rugs and get the wine cooler at the ready.

  • News

    Swine and Co. Launches Mad Men-Inspired Nights

    Dapper up for blackjack, Draper-inspired cocktails and All the Crackling.

  • Guide

    The Summer Food & Drink Guide

    You've not a care in the world besides finding that new cabana bar and staying there.

  • News

    Summer Gin Garden to Pop Up at Little Fish

    A lush garden oasis for this summer's gin sampling.

  • News

    Moonlight Cinema’s Summer Program Launch Puts the Picnic in Your CBD Lunch Break

    Your Martin Place lunchtime just got astro turf, an LA-style food truck, and a big screen.

  • Event

    Burger Liquor Lobster Pop-Up

    Tuesday, November 11, 2014 - Tuesday, March 31, 2015

    Manly Wharf Hotel, Manly

    If you hadn't planned on eating lobster rolls all summer, think again.

  • News

    Norths Bowlo Reopens as Rustic New Dining Hub, The Greens

    Share plates, cocktails, yoga and DJs meet century-old bowling.

  • News

    Burger Liquor Lobster Summer Pop-Up Launches in Sydney

    The latest in the exotic-yet-affordable burger movement.

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    Music at the House 2014-15

    Sunday, November 23, 2014 - Sunday, April 12, 2015

    Sydney Opera House, Sydney

    Sinead O'Connor, Caribou and Flying Lotus lead a seriously epic summer lineup.

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    Twilight at Taronga 2015

    Friday, January 30 - Saturday, March 21, 2015

    Taronga Zoo, Mosman

    Want to see Conor Oberst, Belle and Sebastian or Sarah Blasko among the giraffes?

  • Restaurant

    Mama's Buoi

    116 Devonshire St, Surry Hills

    Homestyle Vietnamese cooking just like Mama makes.

  • Restaurant

    Burger Project

    Level 1, 644 George St, Sydney

    Is Neil Perry's epic new venture all it's cracked up to be?

  • News

    The Ten Best Things to See at the Sydney Festival 2015

    Make it a summer to remember, with two Spiegeltents, two labyrinths and twice the music program.

  • Event

    Sydney Festival 2015

    Thursday, January 8 - Monday, January 26, 2015

    Various Sydney venues, Sydney

    Two Spiegeltents, two labyrinths and double the music program.

  • Bar

    Gazebo

    2 Elizabeth Bay Road, Elizabeth Bay

    The transformation is a success, the food is excellent and the service is genuinely friendly and knowledgeable.

  • Bar

    Manly Wine

    8-13 South Steyne, Manly

    Head to the beach without hitting the sand in this chic beach house by the sea.

  • Bar

    Keg and Brew

    26 Foveaux Street, Surry Hills

    An old school pub filling your schooner with something a little bit different.

  • News

    The Ten Best Harbourside Bars in Sydney

    Because summer drinks are best served by the water.

  • News

    The Ten Best Sydney Summer Festivals

    Summer in Sydney means interchangeable festival outfits.

  • Restaurant

    bills Bondi

    79 Hall Street, Bondi Beach

    Fancy a healthy brunch after an energising Bondi to Bronte walk?

  • Restaurant

    The Lemon Tree - CLOSED

    Australia Square, Sydney

    A patch of citrus sunshine in the concrete jungle that is Australia Square.

  • News

    The Ten Best Outdoor Restaurants in Sydney

    Combining two of our favourite things into one amazing adventure: the outdoors and delicious food.

  • Event

    Moonlight Cinema 2014-2015

    Thursday, December 11, 2014 - Sunday, March 29, 2015

    Centennial Park, Centennial Park

    Grab a picnic blanket, some cheese and vino. It's the perfect way to usher in those balmy summer nights.

  • Bar

    Coogee Pavilion

    169 Dolphin Street, Coogee

    Already the best beach hang-out in Sydney.

  • Bar

    Dedes on the Wharf - CLOSED

    Pier 2, 13 Hickson Road, Sydney

    Magnificent seafood and sparkling views mean this wharf-end restaurant is sure to make a splash.

  • News

    The Bacon and Egg Roll Road Test

    The Bacon and Egg Roll Project bloggers share their crispy, gooey, saucy knowledge.

  • Bar

    The Bucket List - CLOSED

    Shop 1, Bondi Pavilion, Queen Elizabeth Drive, Bondi

    Bondi Beach's favourite watering hole doesn't go into hibernation for the winter.

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    The Potting Shed

    The Grounds Of Alexandria, Building 7A, 2 Huntley Street, Alexandria

    Dine by candlelight in the nighttime green oasis of The Grounds of Alexandria.

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    Seawall - CLOSED

    Shop 6/17, Hickson Road, Walsh Bay

    A new pierside dining face to Sydney's Walsh Bay.

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    Ten Standout Craft Beers to Try Before the End of Summer

    Meet some local beers doing amazing things with hops, water and yeast.

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    Ten Outdoor Accessories to Make Your Next Camping Trip the Ultimate

    The best gizmos and accessories for getting back to nature.

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    The Ten Best Camping Getaways from Sydney

    A digital detox is just a few hours away.

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    Sydney’s Five Best Dog-Friendly Cafes

    Bars, restaurants and hangouts where you can sit with a pooch at your feet.

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    Cafe Del Mar Sydney

    Rooftop Terrace, Cockle Bay Wharf, 35 Wheat Road, Sydney

    Whether it's a part of the original brand or not, this venue is topnotch.

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    The Ultimate Escape in the Daintree and Port Douglas

    For the ultimate Aussie getaway, we head far, far north to Port Douglas, the Daintree Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef.

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    The Bluffer’s Guide to Summer Entertaining

    Be the host/hostess with the most/mostess.

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    Summer Style Guide for Men

    Because swim shorts 24-7 are not socially acceptable unless you live on the beach.

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    Summer Style Guide for Women

    Some of the season's best looks for every taste.

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    Ten Hotel Oases That Will Cool You Down in Summer

    Boutique hotel experts Mr & Mrs Smith have the lowdown on where the trendsetters sleep.

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    The Ten Best Secluded Beaches in Sydney

    Avoid the crowds at these little Sydney secrets.

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    The Ten Best Brunches in Sydney

    Eggs Benno with the side of booze is just the beginning.

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    The Best Bicycle Shops in Sydney

    There's a bicycling renaissance afoot, and these are the places where you want to pimp your ride.

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    Concrete Playground’s Guide to Where Bartenders Drink

    Listen to the experts, they'll tell you where it's at.

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    The Five Best Scenic Running Routes in Sydney

    Sydney provides plenty of opportunities to combine your fitness regime with a view.

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    The Ten Best Hangover Breakfasts in Sydney

    Whether with a plate full of grease or a refreshing smoothie, these places do the trick.

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    The Five Best Air-Conditioned Coffices in Sydney

    A cool cafe for working in is your saviour on a hot day.

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    A Guide to Sydney’s Best Smoothie Spots

    Looking to cool in the summer heat? Check out our favourite smoothie joints.

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    Sweethearts Rooftop

    33-37 Darlinghurst Road, Potts Point

    Consider this the Cross's openair diamond in the rough.

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