Four Pillars Is About to Release Its 2018 Christmas Gin So You Can Get Drunk on Pudding with Nan

The annual release sees Christmas puddings distilled with spicy botanicals to create a truly festive tipple.

Six Alternative Ideas to Help You Get Out of Town Over New Year's Eve

If you don't feel like joining the crowds in the city or sweating it out at a festival this year, ring in 2019 from Tassie, a yoga treehouse or a secluded west coast beach.

Chacho's Is Windsor's Fun New Mexican-Inspired Pizzeria and Tequila Bar

It's pairing agave with untraditional pizza toppings like corn chips, mole and pork crackling.

Chophouse Is Parramatta's Opulent New Steakhouse by Matt Moran's Solotel Group

It's serving up nine cuts of steaks, oozy raclette and crab doughnuts in the former Jamie's Italian site.

La Macelleria Is Now Scooping Its Creamy Artisanal Gelato in Brisbane's East

The new Coorparoo location has the addition of gelato shakes — and is launching with $1 scoops.

You Can Now Exchange Empty Bottles for Cash Thanks to Queensland's New Container Refund Scheme

Launching on November 1, the scheme lets you swap your plastic, aluminium, glass, plastic and steel containers for 10c — here's how it works.

I Like Ramen Is Now Serving Up Its Killer Vegan Ramen in Brisbane

After popping up at the pub earlier in the year, the Gold Coast-based vegan ramen joint has launched its first Brisbane outpost.

A New 24-Hour Bar, Eatery and Dancing Spot Dubbed Beirne Lane Is Opening in Brisbane Next Month

It's a gastropub-meets-nightclub with a solid food lineup, including a dedicated katsu sandwich menu.

A Bill to Scrap the Lockout Laws Is Going Before Parliament on Thursday

If it's passed, it could mean good things for Sydney's ailing nightlife.

The Best Bars in Brunswick

From karaoke joints and Afro jazz haunts to cosy aperitivo bars and quiet cocktail dens, here's where to drink on Lygon Street and Sydney Road.

Melbourne Zoo Has Unveiled Its Full 2019 Twilight Gig Program

Summer is officially around the corner (and so is Cat Power, Marlon Williams and The Internet).

Here's How the NSW Government Plans to Make Music Festivals 'Safer'

It will introduce on-the-spot fines for drug possession and new liquor licences for festivals, but it won't consider pill testing

Piccolina Gelateria Has Opened a Neat New Italian Ice Cream Shop in St Kilda

The beachside store boasts 20 flavours and a chocolate fountain pouring house-made Nutella all day long.

The Calile Is Fortitude Valley's New Resort-Style Hotel with Cabanas, Poolside Dining and an All-Day Bar

The new 175-room spot is calling itself 'Australia's first urban resort'.

A Union Rally of 150,000 Protestors Expected to Shutdown Melbourne's CBD This Morning

There'll be a slew of road closures and limited trams from 9.30am during the Australian Council of Trade Unions' Change the Rules rally

Nutie Is Opening an Entirely Gluten-Free (and Mostly Vegan) Cafe and Bakery in Surry Hills

After slinging GF baked goods in Balmain for over a year, Nutie will launch a full service kitchen — and 500 free doughnuts.

Melbourne Airport Could Score a New Rooftop Bar and Restaurant as Part of Its $500 Million Makeover

Along with 30 new shops, lounges and a 464-room hotel.

Bondi's Blanca Bar Is Opening a Pop-Up Izakaya for the Summer

Serving up a rotating cocktail list, plenty of sake and everything from black pudding hot dogs to salt and pepper soft shell crab with truffle wasabi dashi.

400 Gradi Is Launching Its New Yarra Valley Digs with a Weekend of Free Pizza

The pizzeria's new site will open in partnership with — and within — the Rochford Wines Yarra Valley estate.

Australia's Huge National R&B Tour Is Getting a Star-Studded After Party

Lil Jon, Estelle, Fatman Scoop and Ginuwine will all do double duty after the main shows.

Parramatta's Opulent New 26th Floor Rooftop Bar Nick and Nora's Is Finally Open

First announced 18 months ago, the latest space from the Eau de Vie team features sky-high drinks, a luxe 30s-inspired fit-out and five liquid nitrogen stations.

Melbourne Central's New Rooftop Pool Club and Bar Will Open Next Week

And the new Reunion Island Pool Club is now taking private bookings.

Banksy's New Video Takes You Behind the Scenes During the 'Girl with Balloon' Shredding Stunt

"In rehearsals it worked every time."

Australia's Shiny New $50 Notes Are On Their Way to Your Wallet

The pineapple has had a makeover.

Nigella Lawson Is Coming Back to Australia to Talk All Things Food

The celebrity chef will return in early 2019 for her new interactive conversation series, An Evening with Nigella Lawson.

A Big Chunk of St Kilda Road Could Soon Be Turned Into Bike Lanes

If re-elected, the Victorian Labor Government wants to increase cyclist safety by installing two new bike lanes along the busy strip

Six Game-Changing Victorian Distilleries You May Not Have Heard Of (Yet)

Botanic Box Is Brisbane's New Monthly Plant Subscription Service

Get new plants — and handmade art — delivered to your door each month.

Two New Streaming Services Are About to Launch Down Under — and One Is Dedicated to Horror

Shudder and Sundance Now are expected to launch in Australia and New Zealand by the end of the year.

Nick Cave Is Heading on an Intimate Solo Tour of Australia

This new show will see the Aussie music legend blend candid conversation, storytelling and piano solos.

Izy Is the New Izakaya with Natural Wines Hidden in the Eastern Suburbs

It's serving up non-traditional Japanese food out the back of a poke place.

Sydney's Axe Throwing Joint Maniax Is Finally Opening in Brisbane Next Month

You'll soon be able to blow off some steam by hurtling blades at targets in Newstead.

Woodford Folk Festival Has Announced Its 2018–19 Lineup

Southeast Queensland's annual end-of-year festival returns for its whopping 33rd year.

SBS Is Opening Up Australia's 2019 Eurovision Entry to a Public Vote

There'll be a national song contest to decide who'll represent the country in the Eurovision Song Contest.

An Amy Winehouse Hologram Is Set to Tour Worldwide in 2019

It'll feature a holographic version of the late songstress crooning her hits, accompanied by a live band and on-stage singers.

This Seaside Cafe on Victoria's Phillip Island Is Being Raffled Off

Buy a $15 chocolate bar, and you could own your own cafe — and the winner will receive $10,000 as well.

A Massive Rolling Stones Exhibition Is Coming to Australia

'Exhibitionism: The Rolling Stones Exhibit' will bring more than 500 of the band's rare items — and some satisfaction — to Sydney.

Victoria Bitter Has Just Dropped a Heap of Retro Clothing and Merch

That much-loved logo is now splashed on t-shirts, jumpers, caps and stubby coolers.

Caper Property Group Is Set to Open Two New 'Co-Living' Properties in Sydney's Inner West

The concept — which has been successful overseas — could be an alternative to renting.

Historic Buildings in North Parramatta Could Soon Be Transformed into a Carriageworks-Like Creative Hub

It would work in with the NSW Government's $310 million Parramatta North urban renewal project.

Launceston's First Mona Foma Has Revealed Its Impressive and Eclectic 2019 Lineup

It has everything from real human body parts to onesie exhibitions to Courtney Barnett — and free tickets for the local Amish community.

Melbourne Could Be Getting 15 New Off-Leash Dog Parks

If re-elected, Labor will transform underused reserves in places like Knox, Boroondara, Darebin, Brimbank and Casey into enclosed dog parks.