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.

News
The Best Boutique Cinemas to Catch an Indie Film in Melbourne

Swap the multiplex for the arthouses, family operations and cinephile favourite picturehouses that call Melbourne home.

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Australia's Cheapest Property Sales This Year Start at $60k — Including a Church and an Abandoned Three-Bedroom House

A new report showcases the cheapest property sales in every Australian state for the year so far.

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This Just In: These Are Melbourne's Busiest Tram Routes — And the Results Are Way More Hectic Than We Imagined

Newly compiled data reveals that some routes on Melbourne's 250km of tram lines carry over a million passengers every month.

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This Just In: NSW Residents Will Get an Extra Public Holiday in 2026 and 2027 — And People Aren't Happy About It

NSW Premier Chris Minns confirmed an extra public holiday for the ANZAC Day weekend, but not everyone supports the trial change.

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Melbourne Symphony Orchestra Is Inviting the Public to Submit Original Compositions for a Community Soundtrack

Melbourne's top orchestra is celebrating its 120th birthday with an open call for ideas from musicians nationwide.

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This Just In: These Are the Most In-Demand Coastal Suburbs in Australia

With capital city real estate more expensive than ever, Aussies are living up to the reputation that our home is girt by sea.

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This Just In: These Melbourne Suburbs Are About to Get a Whole Lot More Density

Another ten suburbs have been proposed for developments as high as 20 storeys in the Allan governments 60-suburb housing boost.

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CP On: If Pill-Testing Prevents Deaths, Why Isn't It Available at Every Australian Music Festival?

After a suspected mass-overdose event at Dreamstate, is it time for the NSW Government to re-examine its no-tolerance approach to illicit substances at festivals?

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This Just In: Great Southern Nights Announces Paul Kelly, Missy Higgins, Baker Boy and More on a Statewide Festival Lineup for 2026

The statewide New South Wales music festival returns for its fifth year with its biggest lineup yet.

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Event
Africa Film Festival Australia

Fri, 27 Mar - Sun, 29 Mar 2026
Cinema Nova, Carlton

Carlton's Cinema Nova will host three days of award-winning African films.

Buy Tickets

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Melbourne Metro Tunnel 'Big Switch' Opening Day Soured by Train Delays and Confused Commuters

Melbourne's biggest public transport upgrade for 40 years is off to a predictably rocky start.

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Europa! Europa Film Festival Releases Full Program, Expands to National and New Zealand Screenings for the First Time

The European-centric film festival returns for its biggest run yet, now in theatres nationwide.

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IHG Hotels Is Offering 20% Discounts on Bookings for Over 270 Hotels Until Early February

Get a luxurious stay booked across the world before the New Year gets the better of you with this time-limited sale.

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News
Lime Cordiale Have Announced a Climate Action Music Festival Coming to Adelaide With The Dreggs, aleksiah and More

"Come and hear some incredible Aussie music, but also come to see what a different future looks like."

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Bar
Smiley Brewing Co

9 Southeast Boulevard, Pakenham

Local flavours and makers take centre stage at this family owned and operated Pakenham brewery.

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News
The Best Boutique Cinemas Where You Can Watch an Indie Film in Sydney

Cinema is meant to be watched in cinemas, so do your part and go catch a screening at these boutique theatres scattered across Sydney.

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Local Artists, Queer Culture Parties, Outdoor Cinemas and Upcoming Musicians Lead Fed Square's Just-Announced Open Air 2026 Program

A month of live music, outdoor cinemas, dance performances and community celebrations in the heart of the city.

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IMAX Melbourne Will Screen 'Interstellar', 'One Battle After Another', 'Sinners' and More for BBIFF 2026

Christopher Nolan classics, 2025 award season darlings and Hollywood classics on the biggest screen this side of the equator.

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Alliance Française French Film Festival 2026

Tue, 3 Mar - Sun, 26 Apr 2026
Various cinemas across Australia

Angelina Jolie's latest performance, a dystopian AI-ruled Paris and a noir story set in 1930's Algeria lead the AFFFF 2026 program.

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Candlelight®: The Lord of the Rings

Journey back to Middle-earth via a string quartet when this candlelight concert tours Australia in early 2026.

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