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Where to Find the Best Ice Cream and Gelato in Brisbane

The temperature is rising and the gelato is freezing — cool down with Brisbane's top tier of iced confections this spring and summer.

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GABS Is Set to Build Australia's Longest Bar (with 120 Taps) When the Huge Craft Beer and Cider Festival Returns for 2025

This just might be the biggest bar that you ever get a drink from — and it's coming to Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane.

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Chef Motokichi Yukimura From Kyoto's Kichi Kichi Is Returning to Australia in 2025 to Serve Up His Hit Omurice

If you haven't tried Japanese omelette rice yet, this is your perfect chance — again.

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Kangaroo Point Bistro One Fish Two Fish Is Closing Its Doors After Six Seafood-Slinging Years

You've got until the end of April to head to Main Street for a feast of the ocean's finest — oysters, Moreton Bay bugs and soft-shell crab included.

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The Best Things to Eat, See and Do to Celebrate Lunar New Year in Melbourne

Themed high teas, street parties, limited-edition cakes, karaoke, banquets and huge giveaways — now that's how you welcome in the Year of the Snake in Melbourne.

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The Best Things to Eat, See and Do to Celebrate Lunar New Year in Brisbane

Rooftop parties, riverside feasts, laneway celebrations and citywide festivals — now that's how you welcome in the Year of the Snake in Brisbane.

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'Joker: Folie à Deux', 'Madame Web' and 'Borderlands' Are All in the Running for 2025's Razzie Awards

Also picking up plenty of nominations from cinema's least-coveted accolades: 'Megalopolis', 'Reagan' and 'Unfrosted'.

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The Warehouse Project's 2024 Australian Debut Was Such a Hit That It's Returning in 2025

A taste of Manchester's rave scene is coming to Sydney and Melbourne again — this time for a night in each city in April.

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How One of Australia's Most-Beloved Children's Books Finally Became a Movie: Alison Lester and Robert Connolly Talk 'Magic Beach'

Three and a half decades after it first hit bookshelves, this illustrated favourite has reached the screen in a fittingly imaginative way.

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Damn Fine Viewing: Thirteen Must-See David Lynch Movies and TV Shows That You Can Stream Right Now

Watching 'Twin Peaks', 'Blue Velvet' and the director behind them interrogating a monkey is the best way to pay tribute to a filmmaker like no other.

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Coming Soon: Jane Austen, Shakespeare and Tolkien Are in the Spotlight at Literature Loving-Exhibition 'Writers Revealed'

Displaying on the Gold Coast, this world-first showcase spans six centuries of work, bringing author portraits and rare manuscripts to Australia.

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From Adam Elliot Talking 'Memoir of a Snail' to the Philippous with ONEFOUR, AACTA Festival's 2025 Lineup Just Got Bigger

Australian actors Damon Herriman, Kate Mulvany, Teresa Palmer and Jack Thompson have also joined the packed program.

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Make the Most of the Hazy Post-Christmas Recovery Days with These Boxing Day Sales

Once the Christmas festivities are over, there’s only one thing to do.

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The Final Christmas Countdown: Last Minute Gifts for Her

Treat the ladies in your life to something special this Christmas.

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The Final Christmas Countdown: Last Minute Gifts for Him

Christmas presents that aren’t socks and undies.

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Small Changes to Your Hospo Business to Turn Your Customers Loyal

“By rewarding repeat visits and offering exclusive deals to regular customers, we've fostered a stronger connection and encouraged more frequent returns.”

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"A Level of Thoughtful Indulgence": Mocha Mousse Is Pantone's Colour of the Year for 2025

The Pantone Colour Institute's latest pick for hue of the year was chosen for being "sophisticated and lush, yet at the same time an unpretentious classic".

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Small Changes, Big Impact

Advice from the best in the business, at your fingertips.

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Five Epic Multi-Day Hikes to Conquer Near Melbourne

Walk your way through the most beautiful parts of Victoria (while staying at remote campgrounds) during these multi-day hikes near Melbourne.

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The 16 Best Hotels In Melbourne for 2025

Whether you're vacationing or staycationing, this lineup of the best hotels in Melbourne will help you live your best life — fine restaurants, premium spas, rooftop pools and pillow menus await.

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The Best Things to Do On, By and Near the Water in Brisbane

From visiting overwater bars to hopping in a kayak and picnicking on a boat, there are plenty of ways to enjoy our River City.

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You Can Watch The Royal Botanic Gardens' Rarest Plant Prepare to Flower Via This Round-the-Clock Live Feed

As Sydney waits for this stinky plant to unfurl its petals for the first time in 15 years, thousands of floral fans are following its progress online.

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The Best Things to Do in Sydney This Weekend

Embark on a musical odyssey through Middle-earth, catch some of the best short movies in the world or bag some bargains at a top night market.

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Five Romantic Brisbane Date Ideas for This Week From Budget to Blowout

This week, you and your plus one can enjoy a smash-hit musical, shop for books and slurp down oysters.

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