Alec Jones

Alec is a Staff Writer at Vinyl Media and Concrete Playground, he's also one of the few Sydney resident editors who lives north of the Harbour Bridge. As such, he's proudly representing the northern beaches and north shore in writing whenever possible.

Favourite bar in Sydney: Mjølner in Redfern is probably my favourite spot, a fantastic menu and really experiential dining. I love taking people for the first time and seeing their reactions to the entire process, it never fails to entertain. Definitely get a cocktail and the chocolate bone brûlée for dessert.

Restaurant
Una Una

712 Station Street, Box Hill

The two-in-one offering of this Box Hill bistro means you can grab a specialty whipped coffee by day, or tuck into roast duck and martinis at night.

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News
How to Pick the Perfect Soundbar System (No Matter Your Listening Habits)

Forget tacky LED Kmart speakers and portable pills — a proper soundbar will make any and all soundscapes bless your eardrums.

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Event
Hotplate Vinyl Fair and Party at Solace Bar

Sat, 18 Oct, 2025
Solace Bar, Melbourne

Flick through crates for the finest selections of vinyl to take home before DJs take over the decks to spin selections of their own.

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Event
Global Champagne Day at Manly Wharf

Fri, 17 Oct - Sun, 26 Oct 2025
Manly Wharf, Manly

Raise a toast to a ten day special of $99 bottles of the good stuff and $3 oysters at three Manly Wharf eateries.

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Event
Melbourne Queer Film Festival

Thu, 13 Nov - Sun, 23 Nov 2025
Select cinemas in Melbourne, Various locations

This year's MQFF boasts over 35 national premieres stacked with LGBTQIA+ must-sees alongside keynotes, award shows and more.

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News
Boy & Bear, Vera Blue, Playlunch and Local Stars to Headline QLD Music Trails: The Scenic Rim

Brisbane's hybrid food, wine and music festival is back with a lineup of Australia's best rising talents.

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News
ButterBoy Is Serving Fresh Cookies and Milk in the CBD With a Pitt Street Pop-Up

Sydney's best cookies are popping up in the CBD for two weeks only.

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Event
Sleep Under the Stars

Fri, 24 Oct - Sat, 25 Oct 2025
Stargazer Lawn, Barangaroo

Spend a night under the stars to help fight youth homelessness in Australia.

Book Now

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Event
Stargazer Cinema

Thu, 20 Nov, 2025
Walumil Lawns, Barangaroo

Catch First Nations films under the stars and in front of the harbour, all for free.

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Event
Big Games Night Out

Thu, 9 Oct, 2025
Federation Square, Melbourne

Try the latest games from Australian developers, take part in competitions, watch an esports match or just enjoy a night with fellow nerds.

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Event
Environmental Film Festival 2025

Thu, 16 Oct - Thu, 23 Oct 2025
Various locations across Melbourne, Melbourne

23 films, talks, art, get togethers and even a beach clean — all in the name of the blue and green ball we call home.

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Event
Dolce & Mare High Tea at Ovolo Woolloomooloo

Thu, 2 Oct - Sat, 4 Oct 2025
Ovolo Woolloomooloo, Woolloomooloo

A luxurious medley of seafood, decadent sweets and tea-centric refreshments that pairs perfectly with a sunny afternoon.

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News
Scoot Is Offering Flights From Sydney, Melbourne and Perth to Asia From $139 — But the Sale Ends Tomorrow

Spend the Melbourne Cup long weekend poolside in Koh Samui or Valentine's Day exploring the streets of Osaka.

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Darlinghurst's Club 77 Is Closing to Undergo a Major Accessibility Upgrade, with Plans to Reopen as a Fully Inclusive Venue in June 2026

The month-long closure will see the beloved venue redesigned with wheelchair access, sensory spaces and inclusive features for vision- and hearing-impaired patrons.

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News
ALDI Is Now Delivering Groceries Via DoorDash Across Australia in the Latest and Greatest Expansion of its Partnership

Aussies everywhere can now get the cheapest groceries around dropped right at their door.

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Event
Good Karma (Korma) — Delhi 'O' Delhi x The Kid's Cancer Project Dinner

Thu, 18 Sep, 2025
Delhi 'O' Delhi, Newtown

Good food is even better when its plated for a great cause.

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News
Hoyts Is Slinging $8 Movie Tickets all Weekend to Celebrate Its 116th Birthday

Head to the big screen for way, way less this weekend only, nationwide.

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Messina and Olympic Meats are Collaborating on a Chargrilled Carpark Feast This Friday and Saturday

Clear your lunch plans and tear into this time-limited team up of two Marrickville heavyweights.

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Event
Meet the Makers 2025

Sat, 6 Sep - Sun, 28 Sep 2025
Various locations across Milton

Celebrate the local makers and shakers of Milton in a month-long food and drink festival this September.

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Mary's North Sydney Is Launching a Gloriously High-Calorie Weekend Brunch Menu

Tuck into decadent pancake stacks and bottomless filter coffee from Father's Day weekend.

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