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 Tue, 06 Oct 2026 01:00:52 +0000 en-au hourly 1 This Just In: Pawn & Co Has Always Had Everything for Sale — Now You Can Buy the Nightclub as It Goes Up for Secret Auction https://concreteplayground.com/global/news-2/pawn-and-co-secret-auction https://concreteplayground.com/global/news-2/pawn-and-co-secret-auction Mon, 05 Oct 2026 01:27:34 +0000 After 14 years of selling almost everything inside its walls, Pawn&Co is putting the ultimate item up for grabs — itself.

]]> After 14 years of selling almost everything inside its walls, Pawn&Co is putting the ultimate item up for grabs — itself.

]]> Helios Hotel https://concreteplayground.com/global/restaurants/helios-hotel https://concreteplayground.com/global/restaurants/helios-hotel Mon, 05 Oct 2026 00:01:59 +0000 After eight years scoping out the space Kasidokostas has finally revealed his vision for Helios Hotel, a mega-venue that boasts three concepts at one address.

]]> After eight years scoping out the space Kasidokostas has finally revealed his vision for Helios Hotel, a mega-venue that boasts three concepts at one address.

]]> This Just In: The Melbourne Star Is Ready to Roll Again After an $11 Million Docklands Upgrade https://concreteplayground.com/global/travel-leisure/melbourne-star-reopens https://concreteplayground.com/global/travel-leisure/melbourne-star-reopens Sun, 04 Oct 2026 23:22:45 +0000 Thought this local landmark had stopped for good? Think again — Melbourne’s giant wheel is ready to take passengers for another spin.

]]> Thought this local landmark had stopped for good? Think again — Melbourne’s giant wheel is ready to take passengers for another spin.

]]> Rockpool Bar & Grill https://concreteplayground.com/global/restaurants/rockpool-bar-grill-2 https://concreteplayground.com/global/restaurants/rockpool-bar-grill-2 Sun, 04 Oct 2026 01:51:49 +0000 A Melbourne institution for steak and wine lovers that has stood the test of time for 20 years.

]]> A Melbourne institution for steak and wine lovers that has stood the test of time for 20 years.

]]> The Specials Board: These Are Melbourne's Must-Try Food and Drink Specials for October https://concreteplayground.com/global/food-drink/melbournes-best-food-and-drink-specials https://concreteplayground.com/global/food-drink/melbournes-best-food-and-drink-specials Sat, 03 Oct 2026 14:29:22 +0000 New month, new flavours — these are the standout new dishes and deals to check out this month.

]]> New month, new flavours — these are the standout new dishes and deals to check out this month.

]]> Ice Cream Juggernaut Gelato Messina Is Taking Over NYC with Softville, a Soft Serve and Art Concept Store https://concreteplayground.com/global/food-drink/ice-cream-juggernaut-gelato-messina-is-taking-over-nyc-with-softville-a-soft-serve-and-art-concept-store https://concreteplayground.com/global/food-drink/ice-cream-juggernaut-gelato-messina-is-taking-over-nyc-with-softville-a-soft-serve-and-art-concept-store Thu, 01 Oct 2026 06:09:56 +0000 The Sydney-born brand's first New York store pairs scratch-made soft serve with a gallery's worth of Jeremyville art on Orchard Street.

]]> The Sydney-born brand's first New York store pairs scratch-made soft serve with a gallery's worth of Jeremyville art on Orchard Street.

]]> 21 Free Things to Do at Melbourne Fringe Festival — Where Art Is Happening in Some Very Unexpected Places https://concreteplayground.com/global/arts-entertainment/21-free-things-melbourne-fringe-festival https://concreteplayground.com/global/arts-entertainment/21-free-things-melbourne-fringe-festival Thu, 01 Oct 2026 05:47:43 +0000 Want a creative fix without emptying your wallet? Here are 21 free things to see at the Fringe across the city this October.

]]> Want a creative fix without emptying your wallet? Here are 21 free things to see at the Fringe across the city this October.

]]> ChromeFest is Bringing 450+ Classic Cars, Rock 'n' Roll and Retro Fun to the Central Coast https://concreteplayground.com/global/event/chromefest-2026-the-entrance-classic-cars https://concreteplayground.com/global/event/chromefest-2026-the-entrance-classic-cars Thu, 01 Oct 2026 03:34:32 +0000 ChromeFest is returning to The Entrance for its 18th year, offering classic cars, live music, vintage fashion, jive dancing and retro fun.

]]> ChromeFest is returning to The Entrance for its 18th year, offering classic cars, live music, vintage fashion, jive dancing and retro fun.

]]> The Mimco Archive Store Is Popping Up in Paddington for One Day Only With Three Decades of Collectable Designs https://concreteplayground.com/global/design-style/fashion/the-mimco-archive-store-is-popping-up-in-paddington-for-one-day-only-with-three-decades-of-collectable-designs https://concreteplayground.com/global/design-style/fashion/the-mimco-archive-store-is-popping-up-in-paddington-for-one-day-only-with-three-decades-of-collectable-designs Thu, 01 Oct 2026 03:21:42 +0000 Entry is by pre-booked timeslot only, with 200 spots across the day.

]]> Entry is by pre-booked timeslot only, with 200 spots across the day.

]]> From London to Bali, This Renowned Yakitori Restaurant Brings Binchōtan-Grilled Cuts and a Next-Door Listening Bar to Sanur https://concreteplayground.com/global/food-drink/junsei-tamba-bali https://concreteplayground.com/global/food-drink/junsei-tamba-bali Thu, 01 Oct 2026 01:21:44 +0000 This recent addition to Sanur is putting nose-to-tail yakitori, Japanese comfort food and jazzy vinyl tunes on the menu.

]]> This recent addition to Sanur is putting nose-to-tail yakitori, Japanese comfort food and jazzy vinyl tunes on the menu.

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