Hudson Brown, Author at Concrete Playground

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Now Open: Parc Pavilion Brings a Slice of the Mediterranean to Cronulla, Featuring Four Upbeat Restaurants Spread Across Two Levels

Experience dreamy coastal cuisine reminiscent of the Med at this two-level venue.

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Woodend Winter Arts Festival

Fri, 6 Jun - Mon, 9 Jun 2025
Various locations across Woodend

Head to the hills for four days of music, film, lively discussions and more, featuring a host of world-class talent.

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World of the Book

Sat, 31 May 2025 - Sun, 17 May 2026
State Library of Victoria, Melbourne

Celebrating its 20th anniversary, this exhibition reveals the State Library Victoria's rarest and most-intriguing printed matter.

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Cooking with Cooper x Herradura Tequila at Chin Chin Melbourne

Sun, 22 Jun, 2025
Chin Chin, Melbourne

Sip, garnish and dine at this tequila-fuelled cooking class, which comes with a post-lesson feast.

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Coming Soon: London's Studio Paskin and Chef Mitch Orr Are Teaming Up on the Restaurants and Bars at 25hours Hotel The Olympia

Combining a wealth of local and international knowledge, this boutique hotel's dining experience is in good hands.

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Coming Soon: Upstate Is Opening Its First NSW Studio in Five Dock and Celebrating with a Weekend of Free Classes

Spanning a new two-room studio, the brand's Sydney debut is set to deliver a buzzing atmosphere where fitness and lifestyle combine.

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Event
Martini Month at W Sydney

Sun, 1 Jun - Mon, 30 Jun 2025
W Sydney, Sydney

Check in on World Martini Day to score a free mini cocktail — or head along throughout June to sample a trio of innovative martini pairings.

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W Sydney Is Shaking and Stirring for Martini Season, Presenting a Month-Long In-Room Cocktail Service with Belvedere Vodka

Relish mini martinis made in your luxury suite, then head to the bar to sip three limited-edition creations paired with deluxe snacks.

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Now Open: The Fortune of War, Sydney's Oldest Pub, Is Back with a Brand-New Bistro, a Breakfast Menu and Revamped Accommodation

Leaning into its 200-year history, with a few modern touches, Sydney's oldest pub is primed for its next era.

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Chef and Zero-Waste Advocate Tobie Puttock Is Joining Purpose Precinct's Innovative Circular Kitchen at QVM

This long-time Jamie Oliver collaborator is bringing his passion for zero-waste cooking and food education to QVM's most forward-thinking kitchen.

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Event
Seas the Day

Sat, 21 Jun - Sun, 22 Jun 2025
Kingscliff Beach

Taking over Kingscliff Beach with 30 free inspiring workshops, this two-day surfing event features talks from iconic female athletes alongside a women's surf event with 300 competitors.

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Event
Keys Gone Wild at Bungalow 8

Fri, 2 Jan, 2026
Bungalow 8, Sydney

Relish unfiltered chaos at this weekly Friday-night session, which is filled with piano-powered sing-alongs and non-stop song requests.

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Event
Truffle Lunch at Fabbrica Darlinghurst

Sun, 22 Jun, 2025
Fabbrica Pasta Bar Darlinghurst, Darlinghurst

Book a table for this one-day-only feast to experience what makes the rare and aromatic beauty of truffles the perfect pasta complement.

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Free Pizza Day for Canteen Australia at Divide 8 St Leonards

Sat, 14 Jun, 2025
Divide 8 St Leonards, St Leonards

You can help raise money for a good cause and get rewarded with free pizza — what's not to like?

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Event
Free Hot Cinnamon Doughnuts at Donut King

Fri, 6 Jun, 2025
Various locations across Melbourne, Melbourne

Hot cinnamon doughnuts taste even better when they're free, so swing by your nearest Donut King to celebrate National Donut Day.

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Free Hot Cinnamon Doughnuts at Donut King

Fri, 6 Jun, 2025
Various locations across Brisbane, Brisbane

Hot cinnamon doughnuts taste even better when they're free, so swing by your nearest Donut King to celebrate National Donut Day.

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Event
Free Hot Cinnamon Doughnuts at Donut King

Fri, 6 Jun, 2025
Various locations across Sydney

Hot cinnamon doughnuts taste even better when they're free, so swing by your nearest Donut King to celebrate National Donut Day.

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News
Watsons Bay Boutique Hotel Is Ready for Its Next Chapter, Embarking on a $3-Million Renovation That's Set to Open in October

While the top deck and middle deck are undergoing an extensive revamp, the hotel's luxe waterfront dining and accommodation will remain operational.

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News
Divide 8 St Leonards Is Giving Away Free Pizza for a Good Cause to Raise Donations for Canteen Australia

In previous years, the crew has helped raise over $5000 for charities like MS Australia and Angel Flight.

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News
Donut King Is Marking National Donut Day by Giving Away Free Hot Cinnamon Doughnuts

Celebrate the sweetest day of the year with a freebie fresh from the fryer.

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