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News
"Wear Something You're Comfortable In": Trans Icon Carlotta Gives Her Mardi Gras Style Tips

The legendary icon and LGBTQIA+ advocate gives her styling recommendations for getting the most out of Gay Christmas.

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News
MP Alex Greenwich Shares His Favourite Queer Hot Spots and Celebrations for Sydney WorldPride

The Independent MP, LGBTQIA+ advocate and local icon provides his personal intel on where to head during the final week of WorldPride.

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Event
Twenty-Nine Cheese Gnocchi 2023

Wed, 1 Mar - Sun, 2 Apr 2023
Cucinetta, South Yarra

South Yarra's Cucinetta is kicking off autumn in the best possible way: with extremely cheesy gnocchi.

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News
'Harry Potter and the Cursed Child' Will End Its Four-Year Australian Run This Winter

Playing since 2019, currently as a one-part production, the magical hit will put away its wands in July 2023.

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Restaurant
Terror Twilight

11-13 Johnston Street, Collingwood

Bedford St's fried chicken has been replaced with nutritious bowls and 'upgraded' coffee from the crew behind Convoy, Hi-Fi and Tinker.

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News
Queer Icons The Veronicas Spearhead a Feel-Good WorldPride Initiative 'With You &Proud'

Nominate someone who deserves to be celebrated for their support of the LGBTQIA+ community and you could win an incredible Sydney WorldPride package.

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Event
Ice Cream Festival 2023

Wed, 8 Feb - Sun, 19 Feb 2023
Various locations around Victoria, Melbourne

12 days. 144 flavours. Three venues. Many a brain freeze.

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News
Din Tai Fung Is Making Super-Cute Chocolate and Biscoff Rabbit Buns for Lunar New Year

They're stuffed with chocolate and Biscoff crumbs — and you can enjoy them in-store or get them delivered frozen to make at home.

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Restaurant
The Hamptons Bakery

427 Hampton Street, Hampton

This is one good-looking bakery.

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News
Stay of the Week: The Henry Jones Art Hotel

Australia's first ever dedicated art hotel continues to build upon its credentials as one of Hobart's top stays.

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Event
8 Days of Christmas 2022

Mon, 19 Dec - Mon, 26 Dec 2022
Section 8, Melbourne

Section 8's free eight-day Christmas party is back with a stack of tunes, live projections and an orphan's Christmas Day barbecue.

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News
The Impressive Geminids Meteor Shower Is Peaking in Australia's Night Skies This Week

The spectacular starry event only happens once a year — and it'll be at its peak overnight between December 14 and 15.

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News
All Public Transport Will Be Free on Christmas Day and New Year's Eve 2022

So you can get to and from the city (and your family lunch) without spending a penny.

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News
Outspoken Donald Trump Critic (and Niece) Mary Trump Is Coming to Australia to Chat About Her Chaotic Family

Think you've heard plenty of news about the ex-US President over the past few years? His niece has you beat, and she's coming Down Under to talk about it.

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Event
Pixar Putt Frankston 2022–23

Fri, 16 Dec 2022 - Sun, 29 Jan 2023
Frankston Foreshore, Frankston

A Pixar-themed mini golf course is popping up on the coast this summer.

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Le Diner en Blanc Melbourne 2023

Sat, 18 Feb, 2023
Secret Melbourne location, Melbourne

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

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CP Picks: How Our Editors Are Enjoying Canned Cocktails This Summer

Whether you're sipping on a hot-girl walk or levelling up a dinner party, our editors’ tips ensure espresso martini o’clock is never too far away.

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Yotam Ottolenghi — Flavour of Life

Sun, 29 Jan, 2023
Hamer Hall, Arts Centre Melbourne, Melbourne

Israeli chef Yotam Ottolenghi is bringing his latest speaking tour to Melbourne, chatting about food pairings, next-level cooking methods, his focus on flavour and more.

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Synthony No 3

Fri, 17 Feb, 2023
Sidney Myer Music Bowl, Melbourne

A live orchestra will perform dance floor bangers by Disclosure, Eric Prydz, Flume, Calvin Harris, Wilkinson and more at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl.

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The MSO's 2023 Sidney Myer Free Concerts

Wed, 8 Feb 2023, Wed, 15 Feb 2023 and
Sidney Myer Music Bowl, Melbourne

One of Melbourne's summertime traditions returns, this time with a celebration of Tchaikovsky and an ode to Melbourne's diversity.

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