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    Barack Obama Is Coming to Sydney Next Month

    Following a talk in Auckland, the former US President will speak in Sydney on March 23.

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    Thousands of People Are Set to Converge on Melbourne's Federation Square to Say "Wow" Like Owen Wilson

    If you've ever wanted to gather in public to pay tribute to the Zoolander star, this is your chance.

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    Free Books Will Be Scattered Across the Public Transport System This Week

    Penguin Random House will add to the 'public libraries' of Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane.

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    Bill Murray Is Coming to Australia

    Along with cellist Jan Vogler, Murray will tour his show New Worlds, which explores classical music and literature.

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    Brisbane's New Globe Theatre Is Closing Down

    The venue will sadly close on April 29 and the building's future is very uncertain.

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    The Program for Southeast Queensland's One-Off Commonwealth Games Arts Festival Has Been Revealed

    Featuring an inflatable labyrinth, a celebration of Aussie female-fronted acts, beachside karaoke and more across 12 days of performances, exhibitions and gigs.

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    Flowstate Is South Bank's Luminous New Temporary Creative Space

    It'll feature a glowing arc-like LED installation, workshops and a year-long program of free events.

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    The Designs for Australia's First Pride Centre Have Been Revealed

    The dedicated LGBTI hub is due to open in St Kilda in 2020.

  • News

    Meet Brisbane's New Beautifully Designed Creative Co-Working Hub, The Cove

    As well as a place to work, the space offers masterclasses, wellness programs and a business concierge.

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    This Swirling Design Has Been Chosen as Burning Man's 2018 Temple

    It'll preside over the festival for nine days before being set alight.

  • News

    Sydney Festival Is Hosting a Huge Wedding Reception to Celebrate Australia's First Same-Sex Marriages

    The Love Is Love Wedding Reception will feature a pink swimming pool, Karaoke Carousel, and plenty of cake and Champagne.

  • News

    Iceland Becomes First Country in the World to Legalise Equal Pay

    Companies employing 25 people or more must prove their equal pay policies through government certification or face hefty fines.

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    Seinfeld Might Be Getting the Point-and-Click Video Game Treatment

    It'll be the ultimate game about nothing, obviously.

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    Summer Reading List 2017-18

    Find a shady spot on the beach and make your way through these seven books.

  • Guide

    Concrete Playground's Most-Read Stories of 2017

    From 'glampgrounds' to new live music venues, here are the stories that resonated most with you this year.

  • Guide

    Ten Supremely Festive Things to Do This Christmas in Brisbane

    Parties, arcade dinners and music festival markets.

  • News

    Melbourne's All-Night Arts Festival White Night Will Feature Two Burning Man Installations in 2018

    Plus, a shimmering 'liquid sky' will hover over Fed Square, a laneway will be filled with virtual dogs and drag queens will sing from CBD balconies.

  • News

    It's Finally Happened: The Marriage Equality Bill Has Passed Through Australian Parliament

    Same-sex marriage will be made legal — potentially within the month.

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    Six Events to See at Brisbane Powerhouse's Wonderland 2017

    Mystery theatre, movie debates and meaningful circus acts.

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    Southeast Queensland Is Getting a Massive Arts Festival Alongside the Commonwealth Games

    Featuring 12 days of performances, exhibitions, and free gigs by Kate Miller-Heidke, The Jungle Giants and Mau Power.

  • Guide

    The Best Things to Do in Brisbane This Week Under $20

    You don't have to spend your salary to enjoy this city.

  • News

    61.6 Percent of Australians Have Said a Resounding Yes to Marriage Equality

    7,817,247 people have voted in favour of making same-sex marriage legal in a national postal survey.

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    We're Giving Away 'Lit' Book Sets by the Next Generation of Authors

    Take a break from screen-time and add some new books to your summer reading list.

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    The Sails of the Sydney Opera House Will Light Up Hot Pink to Launch Mardi Gras

    The iconic Sydney landmark will make a timely political statement as it helps launch the festival's 2018 program.

  • Guide

    Daily Detours to Help You Get Cultured

    Featuring a treasure trove of vintage superheroes and introspective indie titles.

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    A Huge 'Team Yes' Rainbow Flag Will Fly Over Sydney This Sunday

    It will be an unmissable message of support for marriage equality following last weekend's 'Vote No' skywriting.

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    A Guide to Wellington's Cultural Hot Spots

    New Zealand's capital isn't all political banter and suits.

  • Gallery: The Best Moments from Sydney's Huge Yes Rally for Marriage Equality

    It's estimated that 30-40,000 Sydneysiders shows up to solidify their support for LGBTI+ Australians.

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    The Ten Best Things to See at Brisbane Festival 2017

    From classic horror flicks to Chinese theatrical extravaganzas, we've assembled a list of the best this year's Brisbane Festival has to offer.

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    Five Things We Took Away from the Sydney Opera House's Inaugural ANTIDOTE Festival

    Helping people is hard, helium balloons can lift a person and kangaroos can run (well, according to The Onion).

  • Guide

    Five Sessions Not to Miss at Brisbane Writers' Festival

    Word nerds, lovers of letters and journalist junkies, get ready for a whole library’s worth of literary fun.

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    Melbourne Has Been Named as the World's Most Liveable City (Again)

    This is the seventh year in a row it has nabbed first place.

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    Melbourne Town Hall Will Light Up in Rainbow Colours in Support of Marriage Equality

    The CBD building will be lit up for two nights as a sign of Melbourne City Council’s support of marriage equality.

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    Secrets to Beginner's Success From Those Behind Top Aussie Food Events

    Steadfast advice on making it in an industry you love.

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    Brisbane Writers Festival Announces 2017 Program

    More than 100 authors will descend upon the city for five days of wordsmithery.

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    We're Giving Away Double Passes to Storyology 2017

    Develop your writing skills and expand your mind with world-class journalists.

  • News

    Brisbane Festival Reveals Huge 2017 Program

    This year's fest features jumping castle theatre, a mini festival headlined by London Grammar and — of course — fireworks.

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    Sydney Opera House Announces Ambitious New Ideas Festival, ANTIDOTE

    It will replace the Festival of Dangerous Ideas in 2017.

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