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Event
M.J. Bale Archive Sale

Thu, 21 Mar - Sun, 24 Mar 2024
Functions on Chapel, Prahran

Flashy suits, shirts and accessories for up to 75 percent off.

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Nine Grown-Up Easter Treats to Hunt Down Around Sydney

Have your very own adult Easter hunt this year, running around the city to find the best hot cross buns and Easter eggs.

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Carriageworks Seasonal Autumn Market

Sat, 16 Mar, 2024
Carriageworks, Eveleigh

This Sydney institution is celebrating the season with fresh produce, biodynamic food, gourmet goodies and sustainable workshops.

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In-N-Out Burger Will Be Slinging Burgs at The Sound Garden in Fortitude Valley for One Day Only

Make brunch and lunch plans — In-N-Out is serving up its famous burgers in Brisbane for one day only.

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The Best Set Menus in Sydney That You Can Order for Under $100

Remove the decisions and sample the best of the menu — without breaking the bank.

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Guide
The Best Cafes (and Coffee) in Parramatta

These cafes pair exceptional coffee with stellar brunch dishes, making them some of the best daytime haunts in Parramatta.

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Ingenia Holiday Parks Sydney Family Show 2024

Sat, 23 Mar - Mon, 1 Apr 2024
The Showring, Moore Park

It's all carnival rides, stage shows, baby animals and chocolate-fuelled fun at this annual Easter celebration.

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Tesselaar Kabloom: Festival of Flowers

Sat, 23 Mar - Sun, 21 Apr 2024
Tesselaar Tulip Farm, Silvan

Watch pixies, fairies and sprites soar above a flowerbed stage as part of a circus at this year's Tesselaar Kabloom Festival of Flowers in the Dandenong Ranges.

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Travel Essentials: Your Passport to Packing Perfection No Matter Your Holiday Plans

Your guide to the travel essentials that you will undoubtedly forget to pack.

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Shop and Slay: Broadway is Celebrating Sydney Mardi Gras with Drag Bingo and More

Break out the glitter and raise money for LGBTQIA+ charities at Broadway’s Mardi Gras celebrations.

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Event
Melbourne Chilli-Eating Championship

Sat, 2 Mar, 2024
The Beast, Brunswick East

Can you handle the heat? Prove it at this prestigious (and wild) competition.

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Event
Herb & Chilli Festival

Sat, 16 Mar - Sun, 17 Mar 2024
125 Quayle Road, Wandin, Wandin

Spice up your life at this Yarra Valley food fest, featuring live music, chilli-eating contests, cooking demos and hot sauce aplenty.

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Event
Wentworth Point Markets

Sat, 18 May, 2024
Marina Square, Wentworth Point

Marina Square is now home to a twilight gourmet market on the first Friday of the month and a artisanal market on the third Sunday of the month.

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Event
Lonely Barks Club

Mon, 12 Feb - Fri, 16 Feb 2024
Kip Alexandria Dog Daycare, Alexandria

Make sure your most loyal companion is feeling the love this Valentine's with a free pop-up event at doggy daycare, Kip.

Book Now

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Event
Lonely Barks Club

Mon, 12 Feb - Fri, 16 Feb 2024
Kip Brunswick Dog Daycare, Brunswick

Make sure your most loyal companion is feeling the love this Valentine's with a free pop-up event at doggy daycare, Kip.

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Event
Lonely Barks Club

Mon, 12 Feb - Fri, 16 Feb 2024
Kip West Hindmarsh Dog Daycare, Allenby Gardens

Make sure your most loyal companion is feeling the love this Valentine's with a free pop-up event at doggy daycare, Kip.

Book Now

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Restaurant
Rocco's Bologna Discoteca

15 Gertrude Street, Fitzroy

Either feast down in the main dining room, or sip and snack at the upstairs bar.

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Event
'10 Things I Hate About You' Valentine's Drive-In Screenings

Wed, 14 Feb and Sat, 17 Feb 2024
Yatala Drive-In, Stapylton

This 90s flick is a cult favourite for a reason — and you can relive it all at the Yatala Drive-In this Valentine's Day.

Buy Tickets

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News
Freebie Alert: Donut King Is Giving Away Free Hot Cinnamon Doughnuts Today

The freebies are celebrating the 'Mean Girls' movie musical — so on Wednesdays, we now eat doughnuts.

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Event
Chippendale Collective's Spice Festival

Thu, 8 Feb - Sat, 24 Feb 2024
Various Chippendale venues, Chippendale

Ring in the Year of the Dragon with art exhibits, cocktail masterclasses and decadent set meals throughout buzzing Chippendale.

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