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Now Open: Aman Has Unveiled Its Latest Ultra-Luxe Desert Oasis on Mexico's Dramatic Baja Coast

Hudson Brown — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 06:37:42 +0000

As the newest property in Aman's attention-grabbing expansion into the Americas, this desert-meets-ocean resort is defined by its surroundings.

Now Open: Temple Hangars Expands a Byron Bay Hinterland Favourite with Four Retreats Designed Around the Landscape

Hudson Brown — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 03:13:46 +0000

Set among the farmland of Nashua, Temple Hangars brings together restrained architecture, thoughtful interiors and a deep connection to the surrounding landscape.

Now Open: FINNS' New Greek-Inspired Party Restaurant Could Be Your Wildest Dining Experience Yet

Chantelle Schmidt — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 03:23:08 +0000

Canggu's FINNS Beach Club has a rowdy new dining experience, complete with a shared feast, drinks, togas on arrival and smashed plates.

Coming Soon: Queenstown's New Lakefront Hotel Is Built for Snow Days, Spa Sessions and Sunset Drinks

Hudson Brown — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 04:14:07 +0000

Queenstown's hotel scene is welcoming a fresh lifestyle escape that combines lake views and social spaces with more than a little deep relaxation.

Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair 2026

Hudson Brown — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 02:28:50 +0000

Celebrating its 20th edition, this much-loved art fair returns with 1,500 artists, ethical art sales and a packed cultural program.

Coming Soon: Japan's Mega Curry Rice Chain CoCo Ichibanya Is Making Its Australian Debut

Hudson Brown — Wed, 05 Aug 2026 04:13:31 +0000

The world's largest Japanese curry rice chain is landing in Melbourne, bringing its famously customisable cuisine to Australia for the first time.

This Just In: Jetstar Is Scrapping Free Overhead Baggage for Local and International Flights

Hudson Brown — Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:32:55 +0000

The budget airline is introducing paid overhead locker access, replacing weight limits with a size-based carry-on system from February 2027.

This Just In: Netflix Is Backing a New Australian Screenwriting Program — Where Emerging Creatives Pitch Directly to Its Executives

Hudson Brown — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 02:27:53 +0000

Eight emerging women and non-binary writers will have the chance to pitch original scripts to Netflix execs through a new national development program.

Australia's Sauna Scene Is Getting Serious with a New Association and a Very Sweaty Festival Heading to the Blue Mountains

Hudson Brown — Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:08:33 +0000

Saunas have never been hotter, and a new national organisation is marking the moment with a major gathering.

This Just In: Contemporary Queensland Artist Michael Zavros Wins Archibald People's Choice 2026 with Portrait of His Doppelganger

Haymun Win — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 23:50:23 +0000

The hyperrealist oil painting scored a record-breaking People's Choice vote.