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Hitchcock's 'North by Northwest' Is Coming to the Auckland Stage and Starring a Bevvy of Local Celebs

'Westside's' Antonia Prebble and 'Shortland Street's' Ryan O'Kane are taking the titular roles in the new production — with the cast list reading like a who's who of local talent.

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Le Diner en Blanc Brisbane 2022

Sat, 22 Oct, 2022
Secret Location in Brisbane, Brisbane

The world's poshest picnic is back in Brisbane for another round — and it'll only let you in if you're wearing white.

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Fleurs de Villes FEMMES

Fri, 19 Aug - Sun, 28 Aug 2022
The Calyx, Sydney

This fresh, floral celebration of remarkable women is popping up in the Royal Botanic Garden this August.

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The Finders Keepers Spring/Summer Markets

Fri, 2 Sep - Sun, 4 Sep 2022
Brisbane Showgrounds, Bowen Hills

Support the next wave of independent artisans at this three-day art and design market.

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Easy Tips for Turning Your Home into the Designated Group Hangout Spot

Love playing host? These easy tips will make sure your place is the go-to for any future group hang-out.

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Edward Burtynsky: In the Wake of Progress

Fri, 26 Aug - Sun, 18 Sep 2022
Taylor Square, Darlinghurst

Sydney Festival is filling Taylor Square with an immersive multimedia experience that's been 40 years in the making.

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The Perseids Meteor Shower Is Brightening Up Australia's Night Skies This Month

This excuse to look up comes around every July and August — here's how you can get a glimpse.

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World Class Cocktail Festival 2022

Fri, 9 Sep - Sun, 18 Sep 2022
Various Sydney venues, Sydney

Calling all stirrers and shakers.

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The Last Supermoon of 2022 Will Be Visible in the Skies Down Under Tonight (and Tomorrow Morning)

Take a gander at August's 'sturgeon' full moon, which'll peak at 11.35 am AEST on Friday, August 12.

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'The Lord of the Rings' Trilogy Marathon

Sun, 28 Aug, 2022
Select cinemas in Brisbane, Various locations

Stock up on lembas bread to make it through all three films, back to back, on the big screen.

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Confirmed: Melbourne's World-Famous Lune Croissanterie Is Opening Its First Sydney Store on Oxford Street Next Year

Lune's croissants have been called "the finest you will find anywhere in the world" by The New York Times — and they're coming to Darlinghurst.

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Waterfront Whale Tales

Thu, 11 Aug - Sat, 24 Sep 2022
Various locations across Sydney

A six-kilometre whale tail sculpture trail is popping up along Sydney's Western Harbour waterfront.

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Israeli Chef Yotam Ottolenghi Is Finally Bringing His Latest Speaking Tour Down Under in 2023

The trailblazing chef, author and restaurateur's chef will head to Australia and New Zealand in January.

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News
Do Look Up, Again: Three Meteor Showers Will Be Visible in Australia's Skies This Week

The Southern Delta Aquariids, Alpha Capricornids and Piscis Austrinids will all be at their peak this week.

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Event
Hot Chocolate Festival At Home 2022

Mon, 1 Aug - Wed, 31 Aug 2022
Online

Get creative hot chocolate flavours delivered to your door.

Buy Tickets

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Event
Hot Chocolate Festival 2022

Mon, 1 Aug - Wed, 31 Aug 2022
Various locations around Victoria, Melbourne

This month-long extravaganza will get you through to winter's end, complete with OTT, boozy and indulgent hot chocolates.

Book Now

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Restaurant
The Bridge Hotel

119 Victoria Road, Rozelle

Catch live shows from a wide variety of artists at this Inner West mainstay.

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Guide
Where to See Incredible Live Shows in the Inner West (And Where to Grab a Drink Nearby)

Pair incredible live music, comedy and more with these foolproof pre- and post-show bev spots.

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Guide
The Cosiest Wellington Bars to Warm Up in During Winter

Get out of the winter windchill and warm up with a bold red or spiced cocktail at one of these local haunts.

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Guide
The Cosiest Auckland Bars to Warm Up in This Winter

Beat the winter blues with some warming booze.

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