Hudson Brown, Author at Concrete Playground

News
Get Ready to Luge Through the Mornington Peninsula Wilderness, as Arthurs Seat Eagle Embarks on an Action-Packed Upgrade

Scheduled for completion in December 2028, this 1440-metre luge track is joined by a brand-new observation tower and a revamped cafe.

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Event
First Birthday Celebration at frank green Chadstone

Sat, 21 Feb - Sun, 22 Feb 2026
frank green Chadstone, Malvern East

Arrive early to this weekend-long birthday celebration to score a free gift bag loaded with $100 worth of products.

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News
From Coogee to Darwin, IHG Hotels & Resorts Is Launching Five New Properties Across Australia in 2026

Get moving on this year's travel plans, with this collection of new openings spanning waterfront escapes and CBD stays.

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News
Hostel Dorms Just Got an Upgrade — Drifter Melbourne Has Revealed Design-Led Dream Pods as Part of a Major Renovation

Enhance your hostel dorm experience, as this CBD stay reveals forward-thinking pod beds made for peace, comfort and privacy.

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Event
Petbarn Foundation Rescue Run Club Launch

Fri, 20 Feb, 2026
Rushcutters Bay Park, Edgecliff

Swap your usual post-run coffee for something better this Friday — helping rescue pets find their forever running buddy.

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Event
OnceWas In-Store and Online Warehouse Sale

Fri, 20 Feb - Mon, 23 Feb 2026
OnceWas and online, Hawthorn East

Score statement styles without the splurge as this boutique brand returns with a huge sale featuring leather, faux fur and exclusive prints at discount prices.

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Bringing Japandi-Inspired Design to the Edge of Lake Eildon, Spaces in Places' Debut Stay Is a Different Kind of Rural Escape

Not just another “tiny cabin in a paddock,” this brand-new stay unites form, function and experience in a quiet dialogue with the land.

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Event
Vintage Market at East Brunswick Village

Sun, 22 Feb, 2026
East Brunswick Village, Brunswick East

Ease through Sunday the right way, as this debut vintage market combines curated fashion, vinyl grooves and culinary bites.

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Event
POOL by Pier One and Business & Pleasure Co

Thu, 19 Feb - Thu, 30 Apr 2026
Pier One Sydney Harbour, Walsh Bay

Live it up by Sydney Harbour, as this pop-up pontoon and swimming pool evokes the sun-drenched beach clubs of Europe.

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News
Quit Your 9-5 and Capture the Country — Big4 Holiday Parks Has Embarked on a Search for Its Next Year-Long Content Creator

Traversing the country non-stop for 12 months, this travel content creator gig comes up with all the equipment needed to inspire Australians to hit the road.

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Event
'The Vinyl Factory: Reverb' at Rising 2026

Fri, 22 May - Mon, 31 Aug 2026
ACMI, Melbourne

Indulge your wax obsession with this immersive vinyl-led exhibition, spanning multiple genres, continents and musical energies.

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Event
Mould x Pinot Palooza 2026

Fri, 22 May - Sun, 30 Aug 2026
Various venues across Australia

Returning for a second expanded tour, this cheese-and-wine extravaganza features 100-plus bites and sips on the menu.

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Event
February at Peninsula Hot Springs

Tue, 27 Jan - Fri, 27 Feb 2026
Peninsula Hot Springs, Fingal

Soak up summer while it lasts with midweek two-for-one bathing, Lunar New Year festivities and romantic Valentine's escapes.

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News
Get Festival-Ready for Mardi Gras — The Official App Now Includes Enhanced Safety, Inclusion and Social Features

From instant check-ins to shareable rainbow moments, this updated app now has new features for safety, visibility and community.

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St Kilda Festival 2026

Sat, 14 Feb - Sun, 15 Feb 2026
St Kilda Foreshore, St Kilda

This beloved summer staple is back, serving up another edition loaded with exceptional local music talent and feel-good community vibes.

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News
Swap Spreadsheets for State Forests as Parks Victoria Launches Its Latest Ranger Recruitment Drive

Free yourself from your desk job, as this recruitment drive invites outdoorsy types to play an active role in our local environment and communities.

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Just in Time for Valentine's Day, Scoot Is Offering Discounted Flights to Multiple Dreamy Destinations Across Asia From $140

From steamy city breaks to island hideaways, these discounted fares are made for Valentine's daydreamers in need of a holiday.

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Event
Kiehl's Meltdown at Pidapipo Laboratorio Fitzroy

Thu, 12 Feb, 2026
Pidapipo Laboratorio, Fitzroy

For one night only, this inner-city gelato store is throwing a massive party stacked with free ice cream, DJ talent and skincare samples.

Book Now

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CP On: Does Anyone Actually Still Dine and Shop in Melbourne CBD?

We've all heard the doom and gloom around Melbourne CBD, but what does the latest pedestrian data say about the city's post-pandemic recovery?

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This Just In: Wendy's Melbourne Comeback Is Heating Up as Job Ads Appear for Two New Restaurant Locations

Fresh job listings in South Melbourne and Dandenong South offer the strongest sign yet that Wendy's burgers are back on the agenda.

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