An opportunity for amateur runners to give it a go, and for professionals to let their hair down, the PUMA Glow Run is part marathon, part party, and wholly fun. Participants are encouraged to “glow your own way” – this is a race without times, starting in waves, soundtracked by Brisbane’s favourite DJs to keep you motivated and excited. Glow Run will take place in the picturesque Botanical Gardens, beginning and ending at the Riverstage. This is a night time event which may add to the challenge and party atmosphere, the location is likely to be familiar to many a participant. All entry fees are used to stage this elaborate event; Headspace is the official Glow Run community partner, and will be present at the event to raise awareness for the help they can provide young people in difficult times. Runners, the cut-off for registration is 12 noon on Wednesday, August 21. For more information on race kits and how to collect them, visit the Glow Run website.
When the evil spirit known as Pitch (voiced by Jude Law) sets his sights on world domination, the immortal guardians must assemble for the first time to protect the hopes, innocence and imagination of children the world over. This mixed bag of classic fairytales includes the likes of the Tooth Fairy (Isla Fisher), the Easter Bunny (Hugh Jackman), Jack Frost (Chris Pine) and Santa Claus (Alec Baldwin) like you’ve never seen them in what is sure to be the Christmas flick of the season. The animated tale, directed by Peter Ramsey (Monsters vs Aliens), is based on the children’s tale written by William Joyce. This is sure to provide entertainment for the kids, many a chuckle for the kid at heart, and add to the excitement of the yuletide season.
Eat your heart out Bob Geldof, Brisbane's about to host a benefit concert like no other, and it's all going towards our favourite national treasure (nope, not Bert Newton). Rock the Reef is a non-for-profit event raising money and awareness for the Great Barrier Reef, which if you didn't know, is in a whole lot of nasty, Abbott-induced trouble. Taking place at The Brisbane Powerhouse this Saturday Rock the Reef will span over two large spaces, showing off musicians, speakers, campaign stalls and maybe a live set from Queen*. Bands kick off at 2pm, the whole evening wraps up at 11pm. The line up is a pretty impressive one, made up of Ash Grunwald, Deep Sea Arcade, the medics, Steve Smyth, Dog Trumpet, Formidable Vegetable Sound System, Bandito Folk, The Lyrical, Alesa Lajana, Resin Dogs, Jac Stone and Ben Ely and The Worriers. Together, they might (read: might) ask a confusing rhetorical question through song with Boy George and Phil Collins fighting for lead vocals. Do the fish know it's Christmas? Probably not, but don't you think they deserve a chance to find out? *almost definitely won't happen.
Think the AFL grand final is the only Aussie rules game worth paying attention to at this time of year? Think again. At Brisbane's first-ever Reclink Community Cup, the city's musos and media played a friendly but spirited match at Pine Rivers Showground, with the former emerging victorious over the latter. Captained by Eat Laser Scumbag! and Eyes Ninety's Xavier Poropat, Brissie's musicians proved too good for their industry counterparts, leading the Rocking Horses to a six-point win against the Brisbane Lines. After kicking the first goal of the game, they maintained their lead across the afternoon, weathering a half-time spot of rain and fending off a second-half fight back in the process. Final scores were 8.9 (57) to 7.9 (51). A who's who of local musos lined up for the Rocking Horses, including members of Nova Scotia, Smudge, Gazar Strips, Flangipanis, The Ring-Ins, Tits On Strings, Doozy Daze, Scabz and indie label Dew Process. On the media and industry side, 4ZZZ and Triple J veteran Stephen Stockwell guided a team dominated by 4ZZZ staff, plus representatives from a smattering of other outlets. And, because a couple of pollies normally join in, Senator Murray Watt took to the field for the Rocking Horses, while Senator Anthony Chisholm joined the media. The Reclink Community Cup isn't just about see your favourite bands kick a few goals; it's also about supporting a good cause. Since 1993, the event has been turning musos into footy players for an annual charity match, with the Melbourne game drawing more than 10,000 people and raising over $100,000 each year. Sydney's been going strong for years too. Every dollar raised at the game goes towards Reclink's efforts to improve the lives of Queenslanders suffering from disability, homelessness, substance abuse and economic hardship through participation in sport and the arts. Yep, even though the Rocking Horses won the match, a heap of deserving folks are the real winners.
Six years goes mighty fast when it's filled with food, markets and a great riverside vantage, as Eat Street Northshore now knows. After opening its doors back in 2013, the Hamilton spot is celebrating hitting half a dozen years of doing what it does best — that is, letting Brisbanites wander through its alleyways and feast on its spoils. Across the weekend of Friday, November 8 to Sunday, November 10, Eat Street's sixth birthday shindig will well and truly commemorate the occasion with a heap of performances, food and fireworks. Whichever day you decide to stop by, you'll find a packed agenda of entertainment. You'll also find plenty to eat, of course. The three-day shenanigans run during Eat Street Northshore's usual weekend trading hours, so head along between 4–10pm on Friday and Saturday, and 12–8pm on Sunday. The usual entry price of $3 also applies, but bring your wallet for whatever you'll be consuming. Image: Eat Street Northshore.
Eagle Farm Racecourse's giant screen is getting another workout — and this time, it comes with bumps and jumps. After taking Brisbanites to Middle-Earth with a session of The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring, Big Screen on the Green is back for Halloween, spiriting viewers away to a haunted house. Perhaps that should be conjuring them away? Yes, The Conjuring is the horror movie getting the huge treatment, with the screen measuring a massive 44 metres long. Head by from 7pm on Wednesday, October 31 to revisit the scary flick that has started not only a franchise, but a whole spooky cinematic universe — including its own sequel, the Annabelle series and now The Nun. If you need a pre-film refresher, the supernatural effort follows the Perron family, who move to a Rhode Island farmhouse and discover that things aren't quite right. When everything starts getting a little too unnerving, they call in demonologists Ed and Lorraine Warren — who are real figures, with this James Wan-directed effort supposedly based on actual events. Gates open at 5.30pm if you're keen to get cosy as early as possible. Tickets cost $10, which gets you a spot on the public lawn — or you can spend $20 and get a large popcorn as well, plus your choice of wine, sparkling, house beer or a non-boozy beverage. You can't BYO food or drinks, but there'll be more available to purchase. Or if you'd like a picnic, bring a pal and nab a $55 gourmet hamper package for two, which includes charcuterie, a cheese platter and breads. And, if you need something to sit on — or to keep warm — you can hire picnic blankets for $12, blankets for rugging up for $5 and bean bags for $8. Image: Big Screen on the Green.
Queensland songstress, Emma Louise has returned to Australia after three-months of writing in New York and has also recently supported Missy Higgins and Gurrumul on their national tour. Last year was a good one for Emma Louise as she sold out shows internationally and was honoured with Queensland Music Awards such as Song Of The Year and the Pop Award. Emma Louise has maintained her energy into 2013 and is releasing her debut album very soon. She is heading into the new year with a tour across Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne. Head to The Powerhouse to hear a tantalising sneak peak of her album on her first major headline tour since July and enjoy this stunning chanteuse's showcase of heartfelt and masterful songs.
If your working week runs from Monday–Friday, then we know exactly what you look forward to while the 9–5 grind ticks by. Everyone loves Friday afternoons — that glorious time when you can stroll out of the office, stop thinking about everything that's filled up your brain for the week, and kick back and relax. Two days off awaits, after all. For many, this past week has marked the first full week back in the office for 2021 — and if that's left you extra eager to celebrate the weekend, that's understandable. So, Cloudland is helping you do just that at its Champagne and Oyster Pop-Up, which runs from 5–7pm on Friday, January 15. Your $40 ticket gets you a flight of four champagnes (in 90-millilitre servings), all hailing from France. You'll also be able to slurp up four oysters — two served natural, and two with Italian vinaigrette. While you're enjoying both the sparkling and the seafood, all you need to do is sit down with your mates and celebrate the weekend. Yes, that's something worth saying cheers to.
Deerstalker caps at the ready — Sherlock Holmes is coming to Brisbane. The most portrayed literary human character in film and television history is heading to South Bank, all thanks to world-premiere production The Mystery of the Valkyrie. Yes, Brissie gumshoes, the game is definitely afoot. If you've watched Benedict Cumberbatch, Robert Downey Jr, Henry Cavill, Jonny Lee Miller, Ian McKellen and Will Ferrell's takes on the Arthur Conan Doyle-penned character (and that's just in the past decade or so), now's the time to see Eugene Gilfedder (Babyteeth) unleash his deductive powers. In The Mystery of the Valkyrie, he plays Holmes back in 19th-century London. His task: to solve the murder of a scientist. Watson and Moriarty both feature in this detective-focused play, because it wouldn't be a Holmes story without them — and you can expect QPAC's Playhouse to look the part thanks to a savvy staging and projection setup. All that's left is to sleuth yourself a ticket to the show's run between Saturday, March 11–Sunday, March 19. If it all sounds familiar, that's because The Mystery of the Valkyrie was initially meant to debut in 2022, but was postponed due to QPAC's flooding.
They’re a band of many influences yet they are one most capable of providing good times and good vibes. The five piece Melbourne adoptives Drunk Mums are a smashed plate of punk and stoner garage, with slices of pub rock, which makes for one tasty Saturday night delight. This is a night to not only indulge in the feel-good times, but to celebrate their latest release, ‘Plastic’, as they pass through Brisbane on their national tour. Drunk Mums have developed a reputation for the loud, the raucous and often the outrageous, an act not to be missed - particularly when they play the relaxed, uber friendly Trainspotters, your regular dose of local talents. Supporting Drunk Mums is the floating, psychedelic stylings of The Good Sports, soaring indie tunes from Surfin’ Bird, the danceable garage rock of White Lodge, alongside WOD. Head along to that bar next to Central Station, where the drinks are cheap and the snacks are free, which is just the icing on the indie rock pop cake you will find yourself devouring face first, hands free, with careless abandon into the night.
Everyone has something they collect – be it records, retro video games or vintage typewriters. For Brisbane resident Nicholas Inglis, his area of fascination is Hollywood memorabilia. Over nearly two decades, he has amassed an array of coveted items spanning from the 1920s to the 1960s. Now he's sharing them with the city. Inglis' extensive range includes movie costumes and associated paraphernalia worn by a parade of famous name including Julie Andrews, Fred Astaire, Marlon Brando, Judy Garland, Grace Kelly, Elizabeth Taylor, Lana Turner and Barbra Streisand. Indeed, his collection is so large that the Museum of Brisbane’s Costumes from the Golden Age of Hollywood exhibition is sourced solely from his private stores. In a Brisbane exclusive, the finery of film history is on display in Australia for the first time. Stepping into a time of unparalleled glitz and glamour, this sartorial celebration presents a carefully curated selection of nearly 70 costumes, dozens of accessories and props, and hundreds of photographs.
Drooling over the 2017 Coachella lineup? Weeping because your bank balance says you won't be heading to Indio, California to catch Beyoncé, Radiohead, Kendrick Lamar… and film composer Hans Zimmer? We understand. "If you can't beat 'em, join 'em" doesn't really apply here — but "if you can't attend, pretend" (which we totally just made up) does. You've got two options: compile your own epic playlist of present and past Coachella acts to listen to on repeat, or head to the Empire Hotel's Bistrotheque on January 14 for a celebration of the array of talent that has graced the fest's stages since 1999. A live set by Reckless at Tiffany's, plus the DJ stylings of Benrama, Pony Club and Linguine should help entice you. And then there's the roster of acts they'll be spinning. Let's just run through a few of the folks that have played Coachella over the last 18 years, shall we? The Chemical Brothers, Beck, Tool, Rage Against the Machine, Weezer, Bjork, The Strokes, Oasis, Beastie Boys, Blur, The Cure, Air, The Flaming Lips, Iggy and the Stooges, Daft Punk, Kanye, Sleater-Kinney, Arctic Monkeys, Arcade Fire, Tegan and Sarah, Prince, Mark Ronson, Morrissey, Leonard Cohen, The Presets, Jay-Z, Faith No More, Sia, Gorillaz, Phoenix, Robyn, PJ Harvey, Childish Gambino, Dr Dre and Snoop Dogg, New Order, Wu-Tang Clan, OutKast, Pharrell, Lorde, The Pixies, AC/DC, Tame Impala, The Weeknd, Drake and Calvin Harris have all made the bill. Paying tribute to all that and more is going to be huge.
The sights and sounds of Italy are heading our way once again, for the latest edition of the Lavazza Italian Film Festival. Hosted in select Palace Cinema locations around the country, this year's festival of more than 30 films will be bookended by two special gala events. Smash-hit comedy God Willing screens on opening night, while a special restoration of Bernardo Bertolucci's 1970 masterwork The Conformist will bring the festival to a close. In between you'll find comedies, dramas and eye-opening documentaries, as well as a number of high-profile titles making their Australian debuts. Heading up our list of must-sees are a pair of films that caused a stir at this year's Cannes Film Festival. Matteo Garrone directs Selma Hayek and John C. Reilly in the surreal fantasy Tale of Tales, while John Turturro stars opposite Italian actress Margherita Buy in the madcap comedy Mia Madre. We're also intrigued by Venice-set comedy Pizza and Dates, about the city's Muslim population searching for a place to build a new mosque, as well as compilation documentary Italy in a Day, made up of hundreds of short videos submitted by people from all around the country. For the full Lavazza Italian Film Festival program, visit their website.
LadyFest was first held in Washington in 2000; five years later the festival reached our town. LadyFest has been brought back to Brisbane in 2013 to the delight of people across the city. This event is designed to empower the women of art in our community and to showcase their amazing artistic creations. The festival will run over six months and include interactive artistic workshops, gigs and exhibitions. This Friday marks the launch of this fabulous event and the girls behind the exciting festival want you to join them for a drink and a boogie. Performing at the Beetle Bar will be Emma Bosworth, Tiny Spiders, Love Like Hate and The Boys. DJ Ally Cakes will keep the vibe sparkling by spinning some sweet lady tunes. Come celebrate with the sisterhood and enjoy the marvellous talents of these lovely ladies. Entry is $10.
Brisbane's biggest St Patrick's Day party will return to Eagle Farm Racecourse this March with a day full of Éire-themed entertainment, live acts, booze and food. Paddyfest is the Irish equivalent to Oktoberfest and it's all going down on Saturday, March 16 from noon. Avoid those crowded pubs and enjoy all things Irish on a picnic blanket instead. Expect tonnes of local and international acts taking the stage, including headliner Kingswood, who has performed at the likes of Splendour in the Grass and Falls Festival. Irish dancers, pipe bands and DJs are also on the docket, as are roving performers, a new laser light show and a dedicated kids zone. Requisite Irish bevvies like Guinness, Kilkenny and Magners Irish Cider will all be on offer, along with a range of Aussie brews, spirits and soft drinks. For eats, the Diddly Dee food truck will serve up an Irish feast — think corned beef, braised meat pies and all types of potato-based dishes. There'll also be a range of food trucks slinging the usual suspects like pizza and burritos. Also, this year, punters can head a brand new food and wine precinct featuring cheese and charcuterie boards, wine tastings and pop-up bars. Tickets begin at $25 a pop, or $30 on the day. For more information and to nab your tickets online, head here. Plus, use code CP to receive $10 off General Admission tickets.
Romantic comedy cliches have earned their label for a reason; the more they're used, the more expected they become. And so it's that films like Love, Rosie emerge, wholly comprised of the seen-before and the been-there-done-that, as rendered with similarly customary sweetness. Here's the gist: girl and boy have clear feelings for each other, but are forced to stumble through a range of obstacles. Even if you've only ever seen one rom-com, you know where this is going. Rosie Dunne (Lily Collins) is an average 18-year-old girl. She's about to finish school and looking forward to a future certain to include her neighbour and lifelong best pal, Alex (Sam Claflin). There's a spark to their friendship that suggests something more, however when they take others to the prom — he escorts Bethany (Suki Waterhouse), and she goes with Greg (Christian Cooke) — it appears fate has other plans. The night has long-lasting repercussions pushing them in different directions. Alex moves to the US for medical school and after falling pregnant, single mother Rosie stays in the UK. Of course, they keep in touch. Cecelia Ahern's best-selling novel Where Rainbows End, upon which Love, Rosie is based, relates its tale through the pair's emails, letters and texts. The film uses the gimmick to a lesser extent, but their correspondence still guides a feature that charts the will-they-or-won't-they of this unconventional long distance relationship. Director Christian Ditter (best known for French for Beginners) and screenwriter Juliette Towhidi (Calendar Girls) don't stray far from the source material, nor do they need to. When it comes to cloying romantic plots, Ahern literally wrote the book. What good rom-coms do well, the most predictable included, is cultivate investment in the central couple. And even when forced into silly situations and saddled with stereotypes, Collins and Claflin are suitably charming, selling the camaraderie central to their close platonic relationship, as well as the uncertainty needed to make their 12-year flirtation endearing. They're the bright sparks in an effort otherwise happy with obviousness. You can count on picturesque imagery, heavy-handed pop cues, and tonal wobbling between contemplative drama and over-the-top comedy. Having each actor play their characters from ages 18 to 30 never quite convinces, but that's a minor issue. That's the film all over — never believable, constantly trite, but endlessly likeable. It's also the rom-com prescription in willingly evoking a necessary wish-fulfillment fantasy. Soppily telling tales of yearning loves and lives dictated by wanting what you can't have, Love, Rosie seemingly aims to be a younger-oriented successor of Bridget Jones' Diary. In its focus on its messy but spirited heroine, its lacings of cringeworthy humour and its adherence to genre formula, it doesn't miss the uninspired mark. https://youtube.com/watch?v=cweASWVpkVM
Tortoise are masters of instrumental music that defies categorisation and floats across various genres. The band formed in the late 1980s in Chicago and have been experimenting with instrumental music ever since. Tortoise have pumped out an endless amount of rhythmic tunes since their formation and have a huge bevy of fans. Since the release of their self-titled debut release in 1994, the band have gone from strength to strength and have taken their diverse music across the world. Their sound comprises of sweeping synths, double drummers, funky bass lines and energetic guitar riffs. This October sees the five-piece hit Australian shores. Catch these talented musicians on Friday for what is sure to be an innovative performance. Tortoise will be playing a set at Fortitude Valley's beloved music venue, The Zoo from 8pm.
Sometimes, the perfect storm brews, with all the right elements coming together. And when you bring a play by the Pulitzer Prize-winning writer behind Glengarry Glen Ross and Speed-the-Plow to the stage under the guidance of the Matilda Award-winning director of Venus in Fur, that’s what promises to happen. With the usual David Mamet brand of sarcasm, Boston Marriage tells of Anna and Claire, united on the outskirts of the city’s high society, and doing whatever they must to enjoy the lifestyle to which they have become accustomed. Their status-seeking ways involve encouraging the affections of a wealthy man, chasing a much-younger woman and assisting each other in both endeavours. A critical and audience hit since it was first performed in 1999, the fast-paced, sharp-tongued effort is considered not only one of the playwright’s best comedies but one of the funniest dissections of class as well. Expect barbs to fly, banter to ripple and the facade of the well-to-do to crumble in witty and wicked fashion.
When you're deciding how to spend your next brunch — and where to spend it, more importantly — perhaps it's a case of what you'd like to drink. Tired of mimosas? Fancy something stronger with your first Sunday meal? Or, maybe you just really love gin. West End gin joint Covent Garden has been in the boozy bottomless brunch game for a while now, and shows no signs of stopping. Here, gin tap cocktails flow freely. You can drink as much of the monthly cocktail special as you like for two hours, or you can tuck into a few Pimm's cups (and then a few more). Pimm's is based on gin, after all. For $49 per person, you'll also sip red or white wine sangria, and munch on a shareboard spread — choosing between charcuterie, remoulade, chutney and mustard, or feta, pickled vegetables, hummus and olives. Both come with that breakfast and brunch staple, aka bread, too. The food and drink feast goes down between 11am–3pm each week and, while bookings aren't essential, it's recommended that you secure your spot in advance anyway.
Heads up, Mother's Day is just around the corner. (It's happening on Sunday, May 12, in case you temporarily forgot.) You can frantically message your siblings later, there's pressie planning afoot, and we've found quite the showstopper for your dear ol' mumsie this year thanks to Gelato Messina. Never one to miss an opportunity to experiment with new ways to inhale gelato, Messina has been cooking up quite the delicate novelty dessert for Mum: a Italian-inspired chocolate box of gelato-filled nibbles. These brownie point-winners launched in 2015 — and selling out every year since — are sure to bring it home again this year. Each box comes with nine handmade, handpainted chocolate and gelato bon bons — best enjoyed with opera blaring in the background, with a strong, black cup of coffee and a shoulder massage. Go on, your mum put up with you through puberty, you owe her one massage. So which crazy tell-your-friends flavours have Messina come up with for their bitty bon bons? There are nine in total, each more decadent than the last. Ready? There's lamington, black forest, dark choc honey, banoffee pie, cremino — with Italian meringe, amaretti and that salted caramel gelato — tequila sunrise, strawberry and cream, and tea and bikkies. Yep. If you can find us something that says 'perfect Mother's Day gift' better than fragrant earl grey tea gelato and shortbread crammed into a fragile little choc-house of caramel, we'll eat this empty bon bon box. The Messina gelato bon bon boxes are going for $49 a box, and are available to order from Wednesday, April 17. They're available for collection from Bondi, Newtown, Tramsheds, Darlinghurst, Rosebery, Miranda, Parramatta and Penrith in NSW; Fitzroy in Victoria; and South Brisbane and Fortitude Valley in Queensland. Gelato Messina's Mother's Day Bon Bons area available to pre-order from Wednesday, April 17 and to pick-up between Friday, May 10 and Sunday, May 12 (Mother's Day).
There aren't enough elbow patches in the world for The End's latest shindig — or enough shoes filled with Baileys. The kind of black hair dye and strong hairspray needed to get Vince Noir-style locks, green Old Gregg-esque body paint, '60s-era suits that look like they've been taken straight from Howard Moon's wardrobe... there probably aren't enough of those, either. Yes, the West End venue is going Boosh from 7pm on October 27, and we all know what that means. You don't dedicate an entire evening to the surrealist British comedy without going full Boosh. You bring the appropriate outfits, they'll bring the talking moon and the part-man, part-fish. Celebrating Noel Fielding and Julian Barratt's television show like no other is what The Mighty Boosh Unofficial Takeover is all about, complete with costumes, prizes and kitting the place out like a few iconic scenes from the series. There'll also be themed cocktails on offer during this journey through space and time, so maybe bring a second pair of footwear.
Whether you're settling in for karaage chicken wings, matcha soft serve or a sake flight over killer river views, Yoko Dining is one of Brisbane's must-visit restaurants and bars all year round, at all times and no matter the occasion. Here's a new excuse to head by: the Howard Smith Wharves izakaya's first-ever bottomless deal, which kicks off on Saturday, September 30. Weekly from 11.30am–1.30pm, the Buns + Bubbles Bottomless Saturday Lunch will get you enjoying those chook pieces and more over plenty of effervescent drops. The drinks will flow for an hour and 45 minutes, pouring prosecco and house wines — all for $85 per person. Food-wise, you'll also tuck into togarashi edamame, nikkei ceviche and koshihikari rice as starters. Save some room, too, because then comes a honey koji roast duck set complete with bao buns, pickled kohlrabi, cucumber, kimchi and nitsume. This spring deal is sticking around until Saturday, November 4 — and if you're keen on adding Taittinger champagne to your bottomless spread to celebrate an occasion, whatever other reason you're gathering the gan or just because, that'll cost you an extra $70 per person. Images: Nikki To.
Can you remember the last time you played Hungry Hippos? Are you familiar with that evil feeling of satisfaction that comes with playing the 'draw four' card in Uno? Remember the humble fun that was had when making rude words in scrabble? Why is it that we only ever play boardgames during a blackout? Or while camping? Or when bored on holidays with our parents? So many questions! There is an answer though. The last Thursday of each month is now your excuse to play board games. Thanks to the Brisbane City Council in association with Sinuosity, King George Square celebrates Games Night, a place where the simply joys of Connect Four and the sleek strategies of Chess are celebrated. On Games Night you'll find all sorts of board games. Learn a new one, be reunited with an old favourite, bring your own board game or join in with someone else. And for those of you who like the look of the above picture – yes it is true! At Games Night there are also giant board games available to play with - Honey I Shrunk The Kids style. Just in case you needed yet another excuse to play. Check mate. Image by Amy Saunders
Dysfunctional siblings come together after ten years apart in The Skeleton Twins. Hardly the most original of storylines, but while it's true that this film could have easily fallen through the cracks like so many other Sundance dramedies no matter how well it was written — and make no mistake, this is a fantastic screenplay — it was to the film's incredible fortune that Saturday Night Live alumni Kristen Wiig and Bill Hader signed on to play the titular twins. The two clearly built up a rapport working together on the famed sketch comedy series for so long, and watching these two wonderful comedians play depressed sad-sacks who find comfort in each other's comedic company is a joy. They're believable as the troubled twins whose lives come crashing down in unison, and a sequence in which they mime their way through Starship's 1987 hit 'Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now' is a stellar, funny example of their unmatchable chemistry. Hader is Milo, so distraught over his nonexistent career in LA and a broken romance that he attempts suicide to the blaring tunes of Blondie. Wiig is Maggie, Milo's no less fragile sister, who we're introduced to with her own pile of pills in her hand and who lets Milo move in to recover alongside her and her husband, Lance (Luke Wilson). In their quaint hometown there is also Rich (Ty Burrell), a former teacher with whom Milo had an illegal affair during high school; their new-age mother (Joanna Gleason), who they blame for their problems; and an Australian scuba instructor (Boyd Holbrook) who Maggie has sex with to numb the sadness of her own disappointing life. The real surprise of the film is Hader, graduating from more juvenile cinematic entries like The To Do List and Men in Black 3 and giving a beautifully crafted performance that allows his knack for voice and facial expressions to shine in the stronger material. His reading of a line where he equates himself to a "tragic gay cliche" hums with melancholy as much as it made me guffaw. Wiig, finally finding an appropriate post-Bridesmaids vehicle, gives excellently matched work. The Skeleton Twins is a massive step forward for each of the principal talents involved and ought to make sophomore writer-director Craig Johnson a star, as well as propel Hader and Wiig into the big(ger) leagues. Perhaps more importantly, just like other recent comedies Obvious Child and Happy Christmas, Johnson's film proves that Hollywood needs to step up their game. https://youtube.com/watch?v=Bn4VpK0gdyU
When you're spending the best part of month hopping around Brisbane checking out art and design events as far as the eye can see — when you're making the most of Brisbane Art Design for 2023, that is — you're bound to work up a hefty appetite. This fest unfurls 150-plus events, making it quite the busy time. Thankfully, BAD Food Truck Night at Craft'd Grounds precinct is one of them. Mark Friday, May 19 on your calendar and make an after-work date with this excuse to grab a bite and a drink, and also watch live art. In Albion's converted builder's yard, you can celebrate the end of the working week, too — and the festival, of course — while listening to tunes by Jeremy Beamish and scoping out Scribble Slam street artists. [caption id="attachment_879387" align="alignnone" width="1920"] Full Stop Social Media[/caption] The BAD part of the moniker isn't a reflection of the culinary and beverage offerings, but stems from the acronym for Brisbane Art Design. Sorella & Co, 2 Serial Grillers and Bubbo Dessert will be among the food trucks, with cuisine on offer from 5pm and live tunes from 6pm. Top image: Lovelenscapes Photography.
Celebrate Father’s day early this Thursday at the Black Pearl Epicure cheese and beer matching class. With Black Pearl’s cheese expert, Peter Gross, and one of Australia’s most prolific beer writers*, Matt Kirkegaard, sharing their almighty knowledge of combining two of the most sinful yet satisfying gifts for the stomach, Dad is sure to be thrilled. He will get the opportunity to taste some top beers, local and from around the globe as well as cheeses sourced to perfectly complement these brews. A great way to spoil your father ahead of time. Plus it gives you the opportunity to sleep in on Sunday morning! *Yes, beer writing is a career.
The ‘Happy End Problem’, so-called because it led to the marriage of two mathematicians, is a geometric theorem involving convex quadrilaterals. Thankfully, you don’t have to understand complex mathematics to enjoy Jaden Gallagher’s exhibition of the same name. The first solo exhibition for the Brisbane artist, Happy End Problem is also about geometry, in a sense: it is about the arrangement of public images and narratives and their relationships to subjectivity. Gallagher explores this weighty concept through a mixture of media: video, performance, sound and sculpture, with the contemporary techniques themselves forming part of the exhibition’s themes. Happy End Problem is a one-night only affair, taking over the Cut Thumb ARI (Artist-Run Initiative) from 6pm to 9pm on 7 August.
One of the permanent markered events in the Sydneysider spring calendar, Newtown Festival remains one of Sydney's go-to events for grass lawn sprawlers, like-nobody's-watching dancers and festival food stall enthusiasts — and it's still only a gold coin donation. The always-anticipated festival in Camperdown Memorial Park has announced its 2014 program — this year in celebrating the Day of Independence for Australia's newest micronation, 'Newtown Republic'. Heh. Themes. Sitting at the top of the lineup are shiny handclap-triggering foursome Deep Sea Arcade, beloved punk rockers Straight Arrows, reggae-driven hip hip crew Astronomy Class and epic prog-rock favourites sleepmakeswaves. Magical Mystery Tour-like psychedelics Richard in Your Mind, rascally garage punk trio Bloods and Sydney's suavest disco-funk-cranking-epic-shoulder-pads-wearing smooth talker Donny Benet will be hangin' out too. Country bluegrass supergroup The Morrisons will soundtrack your spring festival meandering, Day Ravies will psych you out, newcomer East is a definite bright spark to catch, party-triggering hip hop crew Daily Meds will be an undoubtedly must-see set, while sassy vintage rock-n-rollers The Fabergettes will be sure to have you mum dancing like a boss. This is just the start of the huge local lineup — we haven't even talked about the dog show. Or the live art hub with Phibs, Peque and Unique painting all day. Or the writer's tent with talks from Dr Karl and the Moriarty Sisters. With over 80,000 people making their way through the gates every year, Newtown Festival remains one of Sydney's best local 'how sweet is Sydney' ops — also still raising funds for the Newtown Neighbourhood Centre. Full program details can be found at the festival website. NEWTOWN FESTIVAL 2014 LINEUP: DEEP SEA ARCADE ASTRONOMY CLASS SLEEPMAKESWAVES DONNY BENET & THE DONNY BENET SHOW BAND STRAIGHT ARROWS TIGERTOWN RICHARD IN YOUR MIND BLOODS EAST DAILY MEDS DAY RAVIES THE FABERGETTES THE LULU RAES THE MORRISONS BRAVE Newtown Festival 2014 is on Sunday, November 9.30am – 5.30pm in Camperdown Memorial Rest Park, Newtown. Entry is by gold coin donation, there's no glass or BYO and there's no entry after 5pm. For more info head to the festival website. Top image: Newtown Festival.
If you’ve been getting in a sulk about the eight hour car trip that divides you and The Art Gallery of New South Wales’s Pop to Popism exhibition, then sook no more. Poly Gone Cowboy, the Fortitude Valley’s newest gallery, is showing up any interstate attempt at pop art with their latest exhibition, Con$ume. Con$ume presents the dynamic pop art prints and furniture of Brisbane-based artist Rupert Lewis Jones. Don’t dive into this exhibition expecting Rupert to be an incarnation of Warhol or Licthtenstein – his work is something far more modern, and just a touch more surreal. His pieces question the materialistic values of modern day society, with answers strung between dynamite colours and bold figures. Make sure you head along to support not only Rupert Lewis Jones, but Poly Gone Cowboy, our newest multifaceted creative space, that is sure to be a go-to hub of talent. Because if there's ones thing Brisbaners need to consumer a little more of, it's art.
A cool exhibition has raced into town and made a pit-stop at West End. Whether you're a spandex loving cyclist or weekend rides around town on your fixie-bike are more your style, the Pedal Brisbane Bicycle Exhibition will get your wheels rolling. The exhibition includes photography from local talent and international artists, as well as exhilarating cycling films and an array of knowledgable guest speakers. Drinks and food will also be available on the evening which will commence at 6pm, Level II Absoe (51 Mollison Street, West End). The exhibition promotes healthy living and uses art to encourage bike riding in Brisbane. Before feasting your eyes and ears on all things brilliant and bike related, get your blood pumping with the Style Over Speed ride. Join the flock of Brisbane bike enthusiasts on this fun-ride as they zoom around town and end up in West End. If you're keen for the Friday night bike ride, the group will be meeting at King George Square at 5pm and will commence the inner-city circuit at 5.30pm. There will be a a few stops along the way to allow the tail end to catch up. This Friday night, opt for a healthy knock-off activity that won't leave you with a sore head on Saturday morning.
RAW: natural born artists presents ‘Expressions’, a celebration of art in its many wonderfully diverse forms. Music, fashion, film, photography, hair and make-up, and performing art will be on display by artists who you have yet to experience. RAW is an independent arts organisation that selects and spotlights creatives and their chosen art forms. Its mission is to provide the tools and exposure for budding artists, as well as connecting them with like-minded people across Australia and the United States. Each of their monthly events features a film screening, musical performance, fashion show, art gallery and a featured hairstylist and make-up artist. Be sure to dress to the nines in cocktail attire and immerse yourself in a realm of creativity. Please note, this is an 18+ event. For the full list of featured artists, head along to the website.
When Holey Moley set up shop in a former Fortitude Valley church two years back, it was the hangout we didn't know we needed. Who can say no to sinking a few putts while navigating a pop culture-themed mini-golf course and drinking plenty of pints and cocktails, after all? Since 2016, the chain has spread around the country, opening multiple venues in Sydney, and expanding its greens to Melbourne and Adelaide as well. Now it's back where it all started, spreading the love around southeast Queensland. Since late March, the lower portion of the state is home to not one, not two, but three Holey Moleys, with new bars opening in Surfers Paradise on the Gold Coast and Maroochydore on the Sunshine Coast. Both feature 18 holes of tap, tap, tap-tastic fun, as well as karaoke setups so that you can belt out a few tunes when you're not on the turf. And, they're each adjacent to Strike Bowling, so you can really ramp up the boozy, sporty shenanigans. Jaws, dinosaurs, Kanye, Tetris, The Simpsons and The Big Lebowski are just some of themes on offer, if you're wondering why you should abandon the other putt putt courses on both coasts — other than the drinking part of the equation, of course. As always, you'll find Caddyshack bars on the premises, serving up suitably named tipples such as the Espresso Partini (with coffee liqueur, Smirnoff vodka and Little Drippa espresso) and the Fresh As A Birdie (Don Julio Blanco tequila, fresh mint, lime juice and agave topped with ginger beer). Find Holey Moley Surfers Paradise at Circle on Cavill, Surfers Paradise Blvd and Holey Moley Sunshine Coast at Shop MM01, Big Top Shopping Centre, 12 - 20 Ocean St, Maroochydore. Images: Holey Moley.
On the lookout for a dope new denim jacket? Or do you want to be rid of that weird-looking lamp taking up space in the living room? Then, by golly, you're in luck. The Garage Sale Trail works with local council partners Australia-wide to get as many trash-and-treasure troves happening on the same day as possible. This year, more than 300,000 Aussies are expected to take part at this festival of pre-loved stuff, and hold more than 11,000 sales. A huge array of events will open their doors to bargain hunters, selling millions items. And, when the Garage Sale Trail sprawls across two big spring weekends — between Saturday, November 12–Sunday, November 13, and then again from Friday, November 18–Sunday, November 20 — online garage sales will once again be part of the fun. According, whether you're buying or selling, you have two options: do so in person, or take the virtual route. It's only the third time ever that the Garage Sale Trail is going digital, too. And, digital workshops are still also on the bill, so you can learn everything from DIY wardrobe tips to hosting the best sale. Aside from the retro goodies up for grabs, the Garage Sale Trail is all about sustainability. Instead of ending up in landfill, unwanted clutter becomes a fantastic find. So get that tight pair of sunnies for peanuts and help the environment at the same time. The Garage Sale Trail began humbly in Bondi in 2010 and is growing bigger every year. There'll be a right slew of sales happening all around Brisbane, so keep your eyes on the event website — or register online to make a quick buck from your old junk and hang out with the friendly folks in your hood. [caption id="attachment_783811" align="aligncenter" width="1920"] Jo Lowrey[/caption] Images: Garage Sale Trail.
If there's an occasion worth celebrating, including Christmas, spring and winter, Woolloongabba's South City Square sure does like marking it with markets. The inner-east precinct can still roll out the stalls just because, however — such as on Friday, July 7, when it's hosting a European Food Trail. Running from 5–8pm, this after-work pop-up goes heavy on bites that'll make your tastebuds think they're on the other side of the globe. Think: German sausages, French crepes, paella, churros and more. Setting up shop for the evening: La Republika Tapas and Bar, Jessie and the Chef, Samba Catering Co, Hungarian Langos, Yes Chef, Greek Recipe, German Sausage Haus and House of Poffertjes, as well as Churros Bites, Oh Tiramisu and Cake & Flour. [caption id="attachment_893537" align="alignnone" width="1920"] Markus Ravik[/caption] Live tunes are also on the agenda — and, of course, market stalls aplenty. For kids, there'll be face painting. Entry is free, with the European Food Trail taking place in and around a brick-lined, industrial-style space that automatically makes you feel like you're wandering around a European-style market anyway.
In the words of the great man himself, there'll be plenty of people turning and facing the strange in Fortitude Valley on November 4. That's what happens when Brisbane's now-annual multi-part Bowie bonanza returns to the city's streets, complete with some real cool cats. Event one: a screening of the Bowie-starring Merry Christmas, Mr Lawrence — because there's much, much more to his film career than Labyrinth. Don't worry, events two and three will have you dancing in the streets in no time. Actually, the second part of the agenda is taking that literally. Bowies Down Brunswick is exactly what it sounds like, and it's groovy as. Dress up as your favourite version of the all-round icon (we love his early '80s 'Modern Love' stylings ourselves), meet outside the New Globe Theatre, offer a gold coin donation for the Cancer Council and prepare to dance your way down to The Wickham with your fellow costumed Bowie lovers. Along the way, a selection of venues down will come alive with Bowie music, themed cocktails and more. Yep, it's basically a roaming Bowie party. Then there's the third and final shenanigans of the day, aka a David Bowie Party. Dance to his hits and just continue to soak in the glorious that is one of the best performers to ever live. We can be heroes, indeed.
When was the last time you scrolled through someone else's social media feed, ogled their happy snaps, envied their existence and felt bad about your own life choices? However honestly you choose to answer that question, we know you know the feeling. You've been there and done that, and probably more than once. What we'll assume you haven't done is move across the country to stalk your Insta girl crush, and then changed your entire identity in order to become their BFF. In a nutshell, that's the story of Ingrid Goes West, a caustic yet relatable comedy that blends a portrait of today's #nofilter world with some Black Mirror-style social satire. It's a film that's all-too-aware that measuring self-worth through likes, follows and shares has become the norm, and is well and truly committed to probing and satirising that fact. If, like most of us, you live large parts of your life online, then you're likely to find this darkly comic tale insightful, amusing and unnerving — not to mention a little close to home. When we first meet Ingrid Thorburn (Aubrey Plaza), she's trawling through a woman's wedding posts while driving to the reception. She wasn't invited, she's furious and the fact that she's only really an Instagram acquaintance of the bride doesn't matter to her one bit. A meltdown, a short stint in a psychiatric hospital and a modest inheritance later, and Ingrid finds herself alone, cashed up and looking for a new pal. Enter LA influencer Taylor Sloane (Elizabeth Olsen), who Ingrid spies in a magazine and reaches out to online, eventually abducting her dog in order to spark a connection. Remaking herself in her new bestie's image, Ingrid's efforts initially pay off. Soon she's having dinner with Taylor and her artist husband Ezra (Wyatt Russell), going to parties with the duo, enjoying girls-only road trips to Joshua Tree and filling her own social media feed with proof of her glamorous new life. But then Taylor's snarky, smarmy brother (Billy Magnussen) shows up, and quickly sees through Ingrid's Single White Female-esque obsession. In their first feature film, writer-director Matt Spicer and co-scribe David Branson Smith find plenty of material to work with, both in Ingrid's delusional deception and her inevitable unravelling. In the process, they contemplate and skewer a culture that enables her behaviour with the tap of a screen, and then judges, denigrates and condemns with the press of a few more buttons. It might all seem quite obvious to anyone with a smartphone, but that doesn't make it any less humorous, perceptive or effective. Spicer also deserves credit for finding the right stars for the job, particularly his leading lady. With her expressive eyes working overtime, Plaza flits between sincere, ironic, vulnerable and vapid in an instant, all while making viewers understand Ingrid when they might otherwise just feel derision or pity. Olsen, meanwhile, nails her role as a bohemian social media star, so much so that you'll think you're actually following her on Instagram yourself. Of course, that's the point: the most astute and accurate parodies are often only a step or two away from the real thing. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n83Za_7AiyY
January at Riverbar and Kitchen usually means two things: watching the Australian Open and soaking in an Amalfi-inspired vibe. 2024 is no different, with the Eagle Street Pier spot going all in on the games, sets, matches and drinks. Every day until Sunday, January 28, you'll sit beneath blue umbrellas, grab Peronis from the beer cart, catch the on-court action and soak in the river view. Big screens are your go-to for watching the tennis, so you can level up your next sports-viewing session by hanging out by the water while sipping beers and cocktails. On the regular menu: everything from oysters, jalapeño arancini and grilled tiger prawns to buttermilk fried chicken, burgers and pizzas. And, as well as the Peronis, the drinks lineup includes plenty of spritzes — complete with a non-alcoholic version if you're going dry to start the year. Entry is free, but booking a table in advance is recommended.
The best stargazing experiences are usually found in the far, far wilderness. So you might be surprised to learn that Mystic Mountain Tours offers an exceptional astro-tourism adventure only 30 minutes from the Sunshine Coast's most famed beaches. That means you can surf by day and appreciate the sky by night, while skipping the long commute. Taking place from 5.15pm on Friday, August 15, this strictly limited trip kicks off with a sunset and dining experience bound to get you in the mood for what comes next. Tucked into King Ludwigs, a much-loved Bavarian-style restaurant and bar in Maleny, you'll enjoy dinner and drinks while admiring the soaring Glass House Mountains in the distance. Then, once darkness has descended, you'll load onto a bus and travel a short distance to a fascinating viewing platform. Here, you'll meet a team of passionate astronomers, ready to guide you through the dazzling constellations overhead. Listen to a captivating introduction, then get behind a state-of-the-art telescope to soak up the show. Plus, hot drinks are served throughout the evening to keep your hands toasty if it gets a little chilly. Plans are well underway to establish the Sunshine Coast hinterland as a Dark Sky Reserve — a designated area with minimal light pollution. If all goes right, this 900-square-kilometre region could become Queensland's first and only the second in Australia, behind Warrumbungle National Park in New South Wales. Images: Dr Ken Wishaw.
Had the kind of Wednesday that only a plate full of pasta can fix? Then prepare to indulge your carb-loving dreams at Gerard's Bar. Once the middle of the week hits until November 6, the James Street favourite will be dishing up everyone's favourite Italian meal — well, the one that's not pizza — for just $15 a pop. At Good Pasta = Good Dreams, the menu will change weekly, although you'll be able to tuck into a serving of handmade pasta no matter which Wednesday you head by. Kicking off at 5pm, the pasta night will pay particular attention to Gerard's charcuterie cabinet, so expect meat paired with pasta and drenched with slow-cooked sauces. Fettuccine with guanciale and parmesan-reggiano and a creamy Cacio e Pepe are some of the options the eatery is trifling with. A vegetarian dish will also be available. To wash it all down, there'll be natural and Italian wines, although they're not included in the $15 price. Bookings aren't necessary, but it you really love your pasta, you might want to secure a spot in advance — this pasta fix is bound to be popular. Image: Gerard's Bar. Updated October 28.
Between Thursday, December 8–Wednesday, December 14, Palace Cinemas is giving movie buffs in Brisbane an extra present. 'Tis the season, after all. It's not just the gift of great flicks — that is, the chain's daily bread and butter — but the gift of cheap great flicks. The one catch: you need to be a Palace Movie Club member. Head to the company's venues around the city — so at Barracks and James Street — across the week in question, and you'll only pay $8 to see a film. Haven't yet seen Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, Bros, Don't Worry Darling or Top Gun: Maverick yet? Catching up will cost you $8. Keen to check out Decision to Leave, Bones and All, She Said, The Menu, Seriously Red, Violent Night, The Velvet Queen and Armageddon Time? Also $8. We'd keep naming movies, but you get the picture. Booking in advance is highly recommended, given how much everyone loves going to the flicks for little more than the price of a cup of coffee. If you do nab your tickets online, you will have to add a transaction fee to the cost. You won't be able to use the $8 deal on special events and film festivals, or on two-for-one offers and other deals — but you've now got plenty of movies to see for cheap.
Good Oak comprises of Stephen Ryan, Brett Gibson and Tom Busby. As each of the boys brings something different to the table the resulting sound is organic and unique. They are an eclectic bunch as Busby is part of the successful roots band Busby Marou, Ryan's strengths lie in songwriting and Gibson's vocal skills and ability to play the harp beautifully are outstanding. The bricolage of genres and styles from each of their background's form to make dreamy harmonies and quality tunes. These fine, folk fellows have scored slots at coveted festivals such as Bleach and Oxford St Party. To get a feel for their music, listen to the boy's track, Fill My Cup here. See what all of the fuss is about at one of the Valley's best music venues and drinking holes, Black Bear Lodge. Enjoy some magical music, smooth drinks and take home a freshly printed EP.
Let’s be honest, op-shopping is a lot of hard work. Especially for those of us living city side where every charity shop has been combed through more times than Justin Beiber’s hair. But wipe the tears from behind those oh so fashionable ironic nana glasses (I’m looking at you Alice from Masterchef) as we have a solution to your second-hand sartorial quandary. A market like no other, Brisbane’s Suitcase Rummage brings the op-shop to you. Rummagers set Reddacliffe Place abuzz on the first Saturday of every month. Eager sellers pimp their wares with minimal fuss relying on the aforementioned suitcases to display a myriad of wares from clothing, records, art, jewellery and more. Empty pockets? Goods to sell? The gorgeous gals behind the market make selling a breeze, just check out their blog to register for upcoming markets to get selling Grandma style. Entry to the market is free and selling kicks off at 12pm but make sure you get in early to snap up some banging bargains.
Fresh from their appearances at Falls and Southbound, Two Door Cinema Club are stopping by Brisbane’s grand venue, The Tivoli, for an all-ages sideshow. Their 18+ show for the Monday night sold out at rapid pace, and so fans of the Irish trio have a second chance to catch their infamous live spectacular. After the immense success of their debut, platinum-selling album Tourist History, Two Door Cinema Club are no strangers to sell-out audiences. They’ve graced Australian cities before, having played at Laneway Festival, and now their follow-up album Beacon promises more of the electro-tinged indie-pop we’ve come to love them for. The lads will be supported by The Vaccines and Brisbane’s own The Jungle Giants. Those in search of a high energy, dangerously catchy, unforgettable show should apply within.
Circa is one of the leading circus companies in the world and, for Brisbanites, it's also one of our homegrown success stories. Under the artistic direction of Yaron Lifschitz, Circa has performed its thrilling, physically demanding shows to more than a million people in over 40 countries. There's nothing like seeing local talent on home soil, though. Accordingly, we're pretty lucky to have another chance to see the company's prowess in the upgraded version of a show that's been doing the rounds for a few years. Like all good sequels, Humans 2.0 is a love letter to what's come before, and a chance to go even further with its feats of strength, ferocity and boundary-pushing acrobatics. Here, eleven of Circa's finest ensemble members move to music by composer Ori Lichtik, celebrating what it means to be human — and keeping you wowed with their dazzling choreography. You can check out the results at QPAC's Playhouse, with Humans 2.0 running until Saturday, November 20. Images: Justin Ma / Pedro Greig.
Any plans for Greek sojourns or food-filled treks across Mexico haven't quite come to fruition over the past two years, but that doesn't mean you can't indulge in a bit of escapism without leaving home. And, no, we're not just talking about daydreaming and spending hours scrolling through Pinterest. As it did last year, Australian Venue Co is helping to ease the wanderlust a touch by transforming six of its Brisbane pubs and restaurants into some of the world's most popular holiday destinations for summer. So, you'll be able to pretend you're in Santorini just by visiting Friday's, and do the same with Palm Springs at The Wickham. Both the Regatta and the Cleveland Sands Hotel are getting in on the fun, too, going with floral and summery theming. And over at Mihi Tavern and Fitzys Loganholme, they're taking their cues from Mexico. [caption id="attachment_832209" align="alignnone" width="1920"] Markus Ravik[/caption] Of course, the visual makeovers — which include flowers aplenty — come paired with appropriate food and drink menus. Think: bottomless mezze, Greek barbecue platters with sangria jugs, sips from a pop-up spritz cart complete with your choice of garnish, drag brunches with bottomless pancakes and beverages and a dedicated frozen margarita zone. At Friday's, The Wickham, the Regatta and Cleveland Sands, the theming is already in full swing, while Mihi Tavern will kick things off on Tuesday, November 23 and Fitzys will do the same on Thursday, November 25. For more information about Australian Venue Co's summer pop-ups, head to the Friday's, The Wickham, Regatta, Cleveland Sands, Mihi Tavern and Fitzys websites.
If you've been making plans to revamp your style, but haven't been able to rustle up the coin or are sick of online shopping, here's your chance. Hugo Boss is hosting a mega sale at its outlet stores. You'll be able to score a further 30 percent off menswear, womenswear, footwear and accessories. Whether you're after a suit for a special occasion later in the year or looking to level up your work wardrobe stat, Hugo Boss's mid-season outlet sale will have you sorted for a fraction of the fashion label's usual prices. You'll have to get in quick to score though, with the sale running from Saturday, April 3 until Sunday, April 18 (or until stocks last). The only catch? You'll have to take a trip to the Gold Coast to bag yourself a bargain. Just head to the Boss Outlet at Harbour Town Premium Outlets to get these quality threads for such a steal. Current opening hours are 9am–5.30pm Monday–Wednesday, 9am–7pm on Thursdays, 9am–5.30pm Friday–Saturday and 10am–5pm on Sundays. Hugo Boss mid-season outlet sale will run from Saturday, April 3 till until Sunday, April 18 or until stocks last (excludes new season stock). To find your closest outlet, visit the website.
Laneway Festival has officially returned for another glorious year, hitting Brisbane and Sydney this weekend and Melbourne the next. Sure, there are some pretty big-name folks on the lineup — Grimes, CHVRCHES, Flume — but true to Laneway form, there's a whole host of artists you might not have wrapped your ears around yet. Laneway's triple j Unearthed lineup sees five new emerging artists hit the big stage. Each band/artist will be appearing in their hometown Laneway Festival in 2016. They're joining a damn good alumni bunch too — Client Liaison, Bad//Dreems, Ali Barter and more count themselves as Unearthed Laneway artists. Since they're playing in their hometown as shiny new discoveries, we thought we'd get each of them to give us a little hometown secret — their favourite hidden gem. Introduce yourself to Australia's new batch of music — you'll find them in these five local go-tos. ESESE (MELBOURNE): RAS DASHEN "Our favourite spot is my parent's Ethiopian restaurant Ras Dashen; not only because it's my rents and the band gets free food, but because you will never eat anything so hangover curing in this city. Since, 50 percent of us are DJing most weekends/weekdays and you know, getting lit goes hand in hand. So, whats better than some injera and Ethiopian coffee to get you back to life." 121 Nicholson Street, Footscray ADKOB (SYDNEY): TOWN BIKE PITSTOP "My local coffee house. I'm not that into the bikes but the food and vibe are both top notch. Try the Julio or the BLT — Swish. I'm a huge of that end of Abercrombie Street, it is still pretty residential but among the terraces are other cool things like the Eveleigh Hotel, the Commercial Gallery, this new organic tea bar and up the road the Redfern Night Markets." 156 Abercrombie Street, Redfern GOOD BOY (BRISBANE): BARBARA "Im not sure how 'hidden' Barbara is but this beautiful bar sits between the loans department and the sales department of the Fortitude Valley Cash Converters. The staff are top notch, the entire establishment is simple, wooden and handsome, and the house beer 'Babs' is incredible. Best nights are Wednesday when you can get a burger from our favourite chicken joint, Lucky Egg, and a Babs beer for 15 dollarydoos and listen to some classic hip hop." 105/38 Warner Street, Fortitude Valley FAIT (PERTH): THE OLD LAUNDRY "The Old Laundry is a favourite local haunt of mine. Gorgeous interiors, good food and friendly service. A great place to sit and watch the world go by." 22 Angove Street, North Perth THE HARD ACHES (ADELAIDE): TWO-BIT VILLAINS There are way too many favourite spots of ours in Adelaide, but let's settle with Two-Bit Villains. It's a kick arse American style diner with amazing food and handmade sodas, all of which are either veg or vegan. Run by great people in a sick location, Plus they do a mean poutine if you ask nicely." - BD. Shop 150 Balcony Level, Adelaide Arcade More about Laneway Festival over here.
The grand folks over at A Love Supreme are diving into the festive season, and you’re invited along for their annual Wrap-Up Party. Skip to alfresco amazement that is Shady Palms in Stones Corner, for your double good deed: $10 on the door will allow you to celebrate the milestone of another year gone by, with all proceeds going to help the Typhoon Haiyan Relief, and those impacted by the disaster. Local talents will be hitting the decks for the evening’s entertainment; DJ Cryptic, Gavin Boyd, Jimmy Ellis and Kieron C. will be bringing the funk. 80s nostalgia, disco fever, soul, electro, house and future funk will be riding the groove train into your festive ears. All you need to bring is your yuletide spirit, your dancing shoes and persevering buddies. This one starts early, however it’s what you’ve been training all year for. You’ve got this. Get in early to claim an umbrella and let the good times flow.
