Alec Jones

Alec is a Branded Content Writer at Concrete Playground, he's also one of the few Sydney resident editors who lives north of the Harbour Bridge. As such, he's proudly representing the northern beaches and north shore in writing whenever possible.

Favourite bar in Sydney: Mjølner in Redfern is probably my favourite spot, a fantastic menu and really experiential dining. I love taking people for the first time and seeing their reactions to the entire process, it never fails to entertain. Definitely get a cocktail and the chocolate bone brûlée for dessert.

News
Get Your Gig Fix in Newcastle with These Great Southern Nights Events

Great Southern Nights is bringing the party to Newcastle this autumn.

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News
Eight Lesser-Known Dishes You Need to Try on a Tour of Japan

Forget sushi or ramen, these local specialties showcase what makes Japanese food truly great.

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Event
Hyundai Australia Boardriders Battle Series 12 Grand Final Presented by NRMA Insurance — POSTPONED

Sat, 8 Mar - Sun, 9 Mar 2025
Burleigh Hill, Burleigh Heads

The annual club surfing championship returns to the Gold Coast.

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News
Get Ready to Rock Out in Wollongong with This Lineup of Great Southern Nights Gigs

Do the 'gong justice when you swing by for Great Southern Nights.

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News
Great Southern Nights Is Set to Rock the Central Coast

How to make the most of one of Sydney's top daytrip destinations for Great Southern Nights.

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News
Six Headline Events that You Can Book Now and Pay for Later

Don't let a good time put a good dent in your savings.

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Event
The Music of Coldplay by Candlelight

Thu, 20 Mar, 2025
QPAC, South Bank

Good news, Brisbane Coldplay fans, you've been waiting for something just like this.

Buy Tickets

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Event
Country by Candlelight: Australia Tour

Sat, 1 Mar - Sat, 22 Mar 2025
Various venues across Australia

Once you've left your nine-to-five, walk the line to this country concert in a city near you.

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Event
The Music of Fleetwood Mac By Candlelight: Australia Tour

Fri, 28 Feb - Fri, 28 Mar 2025
Various venues across Australia

Relive the music of one of rock music's all-time great bands with this concert tour.

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Event
What's on in Frankston: 2025 Events

Multiple single dates
Various Frankston venues

From European beach clubs to street art and sand sculpting, here's everything hitting Frankston in early 2025.

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Cafe
Frankie's Woombye

2 Blackall Street, Woombye

One of QLD's most popular cafes is hidden in the Sunny Coast hinterland.

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Event
ALWAYS LIVE — Yerambooee

Sat, 7 Dec, 2024
Federation Square, Melbourne

A free communal celebration of First Nations legend and song.

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Event
ALWAYS LIVE — Garage Band

Sat, 7 Dec - Sun, 8 Dec 2024
Federation Square, Melbourne

A free event shining the spotlight on Victoria's talented young musicians.

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Event
Melt Festival at Brisbane Powerhouse

Wed, 23 Oct - Sun, 10 Nov 2024
Various Brisbane venues, Brisbane

Australia's biggest and boldest LGBTQIA+ performers, thinkers, talents and troublemakers are coming to Brisbane Powerhouse.

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The Top Seven Experiences You Can Find in the Great Outdoors of Asia

Check your comfort zone at the door with these adventurous escapades.

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CollectFest Brisbane

Sat, 26 Jul - Sun, 27 Jul 2025
Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, South Brisbane

Marvel at some epic collections (or add to your own) at this huge convention.

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Choppy Seas Ahead: How to Make the Most of a Cruise with No Destination

Cruising is the one holiday model where a cancelled stop doesn't mean you've lost the whole day.

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Always Live

Fri, 22 Nov - Sun, 8 Dec 2024
Various venues across Victoria

17 days of leading live music on stages all over Victoria.

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We're Looking for a Roving Reporter to Join a Once-in-a-Lifetime Guided Tour Across Vietnam

If you've got a nose for adventure and an eye for what makes a great video, this is the giveaway for you.

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The Cat Empire with Queensland Symphony Orchestra

Thu, 19 Sep, 2024
Fortitude Music Hall, Fortitude Valley

The Melbourne-based funk band is teaming up with Queensland's leading orchestra for an epic one-night-only show.

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