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                <title>Designed to Put Patients at Ease, Brisbane Plastic &#038; Cosmetic Surgery&#039;s New James Street Digs Embraces Human-Centred Design</title>
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                <dc:creator><![CDATA[Hudson Brown]]></dc:creator>
                <pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 03:15:08 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>In the James Street precinct, this clinic's new human-centred approach to healthcare design feels more like a home or hotel rather than a medical facility.</p>
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                                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In the James Street precinct, this clinic's new human-centred approach to healthcare design feels more like a home or hotel rather than a medical facility.</p>
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                <title>Women Who Inspire Us: The Sisters Behind TWOOBS Platforms on the Fashion Blogger Cult of 2016, Skyhigh Flops and Sustainable-r Efforts</title>
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                <dc:creator><![CDATA[Haymun Win]]></dc:creator>
                <pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 00:58:42 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>From Tumblr-era fashion bloggers to the founders of the iconic platform label TWOOBS, Jess and Stef Dadon have front-row views on how style and sustainability have evolved over the past decade. </p>
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                                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>From Tumblr-era fashion bloggers to the founders of the iconic platform label TWOOBS, Jess and Stef Dadon have front-row views on how style and sustainability have evolved over the past decade. </p>
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                <title>Women Who Inspire Us: Mesa Collections Founder Trishia Mariano on Hosting, Heritage and the Art of Setting the Table</title>
                <link>https://concreteplayground.com/australia/design-style/design/mesa-collections-founder-trishia-hosting</link>
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                <dc:creator><![CDATA[Eliza Campbell]]></dc:creator>
                <pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 04:55:36 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>Before Mesa Collections existed, there were dinner parties with strangers, borrowed tables and Trishia Mariano's love of bringing people together.</p>
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                                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Before Mesa Collections existed, there were dinner parties with strangers, borrowed tables and Trishia Mariano's love of bringing people together.</p>
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                <title>Meet Grumpi: The Melbourne Startup Making Shockingly Luxe (and Affordable) Vacuum-Compressed Furniture</title>
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                <dc:creator><![CDATA[Eliza Campbell]]></dc:creator>
                <pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 04:58:56 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>The Melbourne-founded brand is making furniture shopping fun again &mdash; no long wait times, no delivery dramas, just style and comfort (in a box).</p>
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                                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Melbourne-founded brand is making furniture shopping fun again &mdash; no long wait times, no delivery dramas, just style and comfort (in a box).</p>
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                <title>Sydney Metro&#039;s Gadigal Station Has Been Named the World&#039;s Most Beautiful Train Station Interior</title>
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                <dc:creator><![CDATA[Alec Jones]]></dc:creator>
                <pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 00:15:20 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>One of Sydney's metro stations has been recognised with a prestigious award on the global architectural stage.</p>
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                                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>One of Sydney's metro stations has been recognised with a prestigious award on the global architectural stage.</p>
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                <title>The Founder of Sheet Society Has Launched a Dreamy, Fabric-Forward Loungewear Label Inspired by TV Show The White Lotus</title>
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                <dc:creator><![CDATA[Haymun Win]]></dc:creator>
                <pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 05:18:23 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>After mastering the art of a good night&rsquo;s sleep, bedtime expert Hayley Worley has turned her attention to what we wear to rest.</p>
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                                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>After mastering the art of a good night&rsquo;s sleep, bedtime expert Hayley Worley has turned her attention to what we wear to rest.</p>
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                <title>This Just In: Cher,  Madonna, Elton John and Other Iconic Divas Take Over Arts Centre&#039;s Newest Venue</title>
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                <dc:creator><![CDATA[Haymun Win]]></dc:creator>
                <pubDate>Thu, 25 Dec 2025 02:45:54 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>Expect over 250 objects that celebrate Australian and international divas of all eras, including 60 extravagant costumes and private belongings that capture their star power. </p>
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                                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Expect over 250 objects that celebrate Australian and international divas of all eras, including 60 extravagant costumes and private belongings that capture their star power. </p>
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                <title>The Best Spots for Seriously Good Gift Shopping in Melbourne</title>
                <link>https://concreteplayground.com/australia/shopping/the-best-places-to-buy-gifts-in-melbourne</link>
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                <dc:creator><![CDATA[Haymun Win]]></dc:creator>
                <pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2025 02:10:05 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>From bodegas and perfumeries to creative studios and design stores, explore Melbourne's best gift shopping spots in 2025. </p>
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                                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>From bodegas and perfumeries to creative studios and design stores, explore Melbourne's best gift shopping spots in 2025. </p>
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                <title>This Just In: The Yarra River&#039;s New 450-Metre Path Brimming with Native Greenery Is Here — Just in Time for Summer</title>
                <link>https://concreteplayground.com/australia/design-style/yarra-river-greenline-opens</link>
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                <dc:creator><![CDATA[Hudson Brown]]></dc:creator>
                <pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2025 04:50:57 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>Stroll the Yarra River like never before, as the first stretch of this major rejuvenation project has just opened to the public.</p>
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                                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Stroll the Yarra River like never before, as the first stretch of this major rejuvenation project has just opened to the public.</p>
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                <title>Biennale of Sydney 2026 Explores Hidden Histories With 53 Artists and a Stellar Performance Lineup – Here&#039;s What We Know (So Far)</title>
                <link>https://concreteplayground.com/australia/arts-entertainment/art/biennale-sydney-2026</link>
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                <dc:creator><![CDATA[Haymun Win]]></dc:creator>
                <pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2025 04:45:34 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>Expect a weekly after-dark arts festival at a former industrial site, creative workshops and walking tours in Redfern and installations at four major cultural venues. </p>
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                                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Expect a weekly after-dark arts festival at a former industrial site, creative workshops and walking tours in Redfern and installations at four major cultural venues. </p>
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