Libby Curran, Author at Concrete Playground

News
The Jam Factory Is Set to Score a $1.5 Billion Makeover

The latest plans include a new amphitheatre for events, a revamped cinema complex and a luxury hotel.

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Event
International Coffee Day Cake Giveaway

Mon, 27 Sep - Fri, 1 Oct 2021
Online

Score a free limited-edition coffee cake from Lavazza and Melbourne cafe Brunetti Oro to celebrate International Coffee Day.

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Restaurant
Noir

175 Swan Street, Richmond

A neighbourhood bistro serving up contemporary French fare and charm aplenty.

Book a Table

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News
'Empty Chairs At Empty Tables' Is a Portrait Series Capturing Melbourne's Hospitality Industry in Hibernation

The photographs and film feature much-loved local chefs and venue owners, including Guy Grossi and Karen Martini.

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Restaurant
Vue de Monde

525 Collins Street, Melbourne

One of the most celebrated fine diners in Australia — with world-class views, too.

Book a Table

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News
Melbourne's New Limited-Edition Lockdown Commemoration T-Shirt Features Artwork by Oslo Davis

Pay tribute to Melbourne's lengthy lockdown stint while raising funds for Beyond Blue.

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News
Every Lockdown Gift Idea to Send to Every Type of Person in Your Life

Channel your online shopping skills and check out these top-notch present picks.

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Event
The Everleigh x Pidapipo Shakes

Sat, 2 Oct, 2021
The Everleigh, Fitzroy

Grab one of these limited-edition boozy gelato shakes to spruce up your Saturday.

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Event
The Cornish Arms Takeaway Pop-Up

Fri, 24 Sep - Sun, 17 Oct 2021
The Cornish Arms Hotel, Brunswick

Grab classic or vegan pub grub, plus cocktails, vino and tap beer to-go.

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Restaurant
Morning Market Prahran

579 High Street, Prahran

Andrew McConnell's southside outpost offers grab-and-go lunches, groceries and gourmet pantry items.

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News
Melbourne Just Got Hit By an Actual Earthquake

The shakes lasted about 20 seconds, which proved pretty exciting stuff for this particular writer who hadn't even had their morning coffee yet.

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News
Eats and Drinks That'll Make a Mark While You're Watching the 2021 AFL Grand Final at Home

No matter who takes out the flag, you'll be the winner with one of these lockdown-friendly footy feasts.

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Event
Builders Arms Virtual Trivia & Pub Curry Night 2021

Wed, 22 Sep, 2021
Online

Order this curry and quiz kit to help you recreate the pub experience at home.

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Naughtons Hotel Pub in a Box

Mon, 13 Sep - Sun, 17 Oct 2021
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Top-notch pub grub, booze and trivia are all boxed up in this covetable care package.

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Piccolina Is Opening Its Seventh Gelateria in Hawthorn This November

Starring a subtly refreshed aesthetic, a whipped cream machine and chocolate sauce on tap.

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Connie's Grandma Pies

Fri, 10 Sep - Sun, 17 Oct 2021
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This pizza joint's new menu of 12-inch square-shaped pies is available for delivery through lockdown.

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Here's How to Measure What Is Ten Kilometres From Your Home Under Melbourne's Eased Lockdown Rules

With Victoria about to hit the 70-percent single-jab mark, Melburnians under lockdown will be able to exercise, shop for groceries and enjoy outdoor social interaction within ten kilometres of home.

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These Stellar Melbourne Venues Are Giving Back to the Community During Lockdown

Free feeds for locals doing it tough, no questions asked.

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Preston Is Set to Score Three MCGs-Worth of Open Green Space

The new green spaces are all thanks to the Level Crossing Removal Project and the suburb's new elevated rail line.

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Rocco's Bologna Discoteca

Sun, 26 Sep, 2021
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This lockdown sandwich pop-up had a permanent cult following throughout this year.

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