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 Fri, 02 Oct 2026 13:00:35 +0000 en-au hourly 1 21 Free Things to Do at Melbourne Fringe Festival — Where Art Is Happening in Some Very Unexpected Places https://concreteplayground.com/australia/arts-entertainment/21-free-things-melbourne-fringe-festival https://concreteplayground.com/australia/arts-entertainment/21-free-things-melbourne-fringe-festival Thu, 01 Oct 2026 05:47:43 +0000 Want a creative fix without emptying your wallet? Here are 21 free things to see at the Fringe across the city this October.

]]> Want a creative fix without emptying your wallet? Here are 21 free things to see at the Fringe across the city this October.

]]> From London to Bali, This Renowned Yakitori Restaurant Brings Binchōtan-Grilled Cuts and a Next-Door Listening Bar to Sanur https://concreteplayground.com/australia/food-drink/junsei-tamba-bali https://concreteplayground.com/australia/food-drink/junsei-tamba-bali Thu, 01 Oct 2026 01:21:44 +0000 This recent addition to Sanur is putting nose-to-tail yakitori, Japanese comfort food and jazzy vinyl tunes on the menu.

]]> This recent addition to Sanur is putting nose-to-tail yakitori, Japanese comfort food and jazzy vinyl tunes on the menu.

]]> HOKA Pit Stop at Melbourne Marathon https://concreteplayground.com/australia/event/hoka-pit-stop-melbourne-marathon https://concreteplayground.com/australia/event/hoka-pit-stop-melbourne-marathon Tue, 29 Sep 2026 23:53:15 +0000 Tune up for race day — this mechanic-inspired pop-up brings community runs, new kicks, snacks and DJs to the Botanic Gardens.

]]> Tune up for race day — this mechanic-inspired pop-up brings community runs, new kicks, snacks and DJs to the Botanic Gardens.

]]> This Just In: Fitzroy North's Pizzeria Magma Has Changed Hands, But the Dough, Wood-Fired Oven and Neighbourhood Spirit Stay Put https://concreteplayground.com/australia/food-drink/pizzeria-magma-new-owners https://concreteplayground.com/australia/food-drink/pizzeria-magma-new-owners Mon, 28 Sep 2026 21:01:33 +0000 One of Fitzroy North’s favourite pizza spots is entering a new chapter, but the new owners aren’t planning to mess with a good thing.

]]> One of Fitzroy North’s favourite pizza spots is entering a new chapter, but the new owners aren’t planning to mess with a good thing.

]]> Coming Soon: Newcastle's Surf, Streetwear and Bakery Worlds Collide, as RIVVIA Projects Launches a Debut Flagship Store with CRUMB https://concreteplayground.com/australia/design-style/rivvia-projects-crumb-cafe-newcastle https://concreteplayground.com/australia/design-style/rivvia-projects-crumb-cafe-newcastle Mon, 28 Sep 2026 20:01:50 +0000 This homegrown surf label's two-month collaboration with a local bakery proved too good to pack away.

]]> This homegrown surf label's two-month collaboration with a local bakery proved too good to pack away.

]]> This Just In: If Labor Gets Re-Elected, You'll Be Able to Hang at the Pub Until 3am — and Your Dog Can Too https://concreteplayground.com/australia/news-2/labor-election-pubs-3am-closing-time https://concreteplayground.com/australia/news-2/labor-election-pubs-3am-closing-time Thu, 24 Sep 2026 04:36:26 +0000 The proposed reforms would extend standard pub trading hours and allow publicans to decide whether dogs can come inside.

]]> The proposed reforms would extend standard pub trading hours and allow publicans to decide whether dogs can come inside.

]]> This Just In: Fishbowl Has Rebranded — Now Thisbowl, the Bondi-Born Chain Is Celebrating Ten Years With $10 Bowls Nationwide https://concreteplayground.com/australia/food-drink/thisbowl-name-change https://concreteplayground.com/australia/food-drink/thisbowl-name-change Wed, 23 Sep 2026 23:35:08 +0000 Ten years after opening its first Bondi store, the beloved bowl chain is getting a fresh name and a new chapter.

]]> Ten years after opening its first Bondi store, the beloved bowl chain is getting a fresh name and a new chapter.

]]> This Just In: The Night Cat Is Planning to Take Over the Building Next Door — Expanding with a Live Jazz and Latin Supper Club https://concreteplayground.com/australia/arts-entertainment/the-night-cat-expansion https://concreteplayground.com/australia/arts-entertainment/the-night-cat-expansion Wed, 23 Sep 2026 01:21:04 +0000 A 400-person supper club dedicated to jazz and Latin music could be the next addition to Fitzroy's nightlife scene.

]]> A 400-person supper club dedicated to jazz and Latin music could be the next addition to Fitzroy's nightlife scene.

]]> Now Open: GOOD ROOM Is Bringing Late-Night Clubbing Back to Kings Cross With Dance Floor-First Parties Until 5am https://concreteplayground.com/australia/food-drink/good-room-potts-point-hotel https://concreteplayground.com/australia/food-drink/good-room-potts-point-hotel Mon, 21 Sep 2026 07:22:17 +0000 The Glittering Mile may be gone, but a new Kings Cross club is reviving its late-night spirit with a space built around dancing.

]]> The Glittering Mile may be gone, but a new Kings Cross club is reviving its late-night spirit with a space built around dancing.

]]> Now Open: Stay the Night at This Reimagined Spa an Hour From Sydney, With Float Pools, Champagne High Tea and Mountain Vistas https://concreteplayground.com/australia/travel-leisure/now-open-vela-bathhouse-spa-hawkesbury https://concreteplayground.com/australia/travel-leisure/now-open-vela-bathhouse-spa-hawkesbury Mon, 21 Sep 2026 04:14:22 +0000 A long-standing day spa has been transformed into an expansive wellness retreat, complete with treatments, champagne and overnight stays.

]]> A long-standing day spa has been transformed into an expansive wellness retreat, complete with treatments, champagne and overnight stays.

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