Alec Jones

Alec Jones

Alec is a Staff Writer at Vinyl Media and Concrete Playground, he's also one of the few Sydney resident editors who lives north of the Harbour Bridge. As such, he's proudly representing the northern beaches and north shore in writing whenever possible.

Favourite bar in Sydney: Mjølner in Redfern is probably my favourite spot, a fantastic menu and really experiential dining. I love taking people for the first time and seeing their reactions to the entire process, it never fails to entertain. Definitely get a cocktail and the chocolate bone brûlée for dessert.

  • (L-R) Grogu and Mandalorian (Pedro Pascal) in Lucasfilm's THE MANDALORIAN & GROGU. Photo courtesy of Lucasfilm. © 2025 Lucasfilm Ltd™. All Rights Reserved.
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    Now Playing: Every Movie Releasing in May You Can Watch in Theatres or at Home

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    Fed Square Free Outdoor Cinema

    Fri, 3 Apr - Thu, 9 Apr 2026

    Federation Square, Melbourne

    Catch family friendly classics and Studio Ghibli masterpieces for free over this six-day program.

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    Hawker Hall
    Hawker Hall
    Restaurant

    Hawker Hall

    98 Chapel Street, Windsor

    A roomy interior lit by neon signage, a menu packed with hawker-style delights and a standout offering of beers on tap.

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