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Tavi Gevinson Is Speaking in Sydney and Melbourne

Shirin Borthwick — Wed, 10 Jul 2013 04:16:47 +0000

Tavi, child empress of fashion writing, comes to Sydney and Melbourne.

DIY Drones Could Revolutionise Your Life

Shirin Borthwick — Mon, 08 Jul 2013 07:52:17 +0000

Drone It Yourself takes the guesswork out of droning, letting you 3D print customisable parts.

Pebble Smart Watch Hits Retail Stores in US

Jasmine Crittenden — Sun, 07 Jul 2013 03:14:54 +0000

The wearable technology flood gates are set to open.

An Astrologer on Decoding Your Dreams, Not Micromanaging the Universe and Why Things Not Going Your Way Is Exactly the Point

Eliza Campbell — Mon, 11 May 2026 08:00:22 +0000

Journalist-turned-dream guru Matt Galea wants you to listen to what your nightmares are trying to tell you.

Australia's National Treasure (and Our Best Hope for Eurovision Glory) Delta Goodrem, Has Just Announced Her New Album 'Pure'

Neil Griffiths — Mon, 11 May 2026 07:28:57 +0000

Delta Goodrem has announced Pure, her eighth studio album, due 6 November via Universal Music — and she's doing it on the biggest stage of her career.

Post Malone, Bailey Zimmerman and Cooper Alan Lead Strummingbird's Huge 2026 Tour Lineup

Alec Jones — Mon, 11 May 2026 07:10:33 +0000

The Australian country music fest is ready to get you strapping on and scooting in your boots when it returns to three cities this October.

This Sleek Neighbourhood Bar Has Announced a Winter Movie Nights Program Celebrating British Film, Food and Culture

Jade Solomon — Mon, 11 May 2026 03:17:02 +0000

This year, the bar will celebrate eight weeks of British film, food and culture throughout June and July.

This Just In: The Federal Government Wants an AI Tool to Help Approve Housing Developments

Alec Jones — Mon, 11 May 2026 01:47:57 +0000

Ahead of Tuesday's federal budget, reports indicate the government intends to tackle housing issues with artificial intelligence.

This Just In: The City of Melbourne Wants to Build a School, Housing and Creative Hubs in the Victoria Barracks Site

Alec Jones — Mon, 11 May 2026 00:39:42 +0000

The St Kilda Road site could soon be home to schools and community centres under a City of Melbourne proposal.

ALL Accor's New Creator Academy Is Teaching Next-Gen Storytellers the Skills Needed to Turn Content Into a Career

Hudson Brown — Fri, 08 May 2026 04:51:52 +0000

Modern content creators need more than followers — this eight-module course offers the skills and pathways needed to go pro.

Coil Is Chapel Street's Newest Club, Bringing a State-of-the-Art Sound System for Audiophiles and a Dance Floor Free From Phones

Hudson Brown — Fri, 08 May 2026 01:39:17 +0000

With phone-free dancing and audiophile-grade sound, this new late-night spot is uplifting the Chapel Street club scene.

Make Your Froyo Obsession More Sustainable, as KeepCup and Yo-Chi Unveil a New Reusable Bowl Designed to Slash Single-Use Waste

Hudson Brown — Thu, 07 May 2026 01:44:52 +0000

This limited-edition collab makes cutting down on single-use waste a whole lot sweeter.

Ten Equally Gorgeous Destinations to Fly to This Winter — That Aren't in Europe

Natasha Bazika — Wed, 06 May 2026 05:26:37 +0000

Skip the long-haul flight for these escapes that are much closer, better value, and just as transportive as a Euro summer.

This Just in: One of the City's Most Elevated Bakeries and Restaurants to Close, Citing Shifting Conditions Within the CBD Behind Its Closure

Jade Solomon — Wed, 06 May 2026 00:59:50 +0000

The owners have cited shifting conditions within the CBD as the reason behind the closure, while thanking its guests for their support over the years.

The Specials Board: These Are Melbourne's Must-Try Food and Drink Specials for May

Jade Solomon — Tue, 05 May 2026 14:29:22 +0000

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

The Lounge at Society is Slinging $10 Mini Martinis, Caviar Tins and a Line-Up of Burger Specials, Including Chicken Karaage and Spiced Rendang

Jade Solomon — Tue, 05 May 2026 02:09:00 +0000

Throughout May, The Lounge will present a concise menu of burgers created by chefs across the Lucas Collective.

HOYTS Has Unveiled a Huge LED-Powered 'HOYTS APEX' Screen Inside Melbourne Central

Alec Jones — Mon, 04 May 2026 23:10:40 +0000

Melbourne's big screen selection just got a lot brighter.

You Can Walk Queensland's Scenic Rim Trail On a New Self-Guided Package With Luxury Eco Stays

Alec Jones — Mon, 04 May 2026 06:19:21 +0000

One of Queensland's most famous walks can now be done without a guide, with luxury lodging and chef-made meals to keep you going.

How Bangarra Dance Theatre is a Living Archive of First Nations Storytelling

Concrete Playground — Mon, 04 May 2026 01:40:24 +0000

"Dance is integral for passing knowledge because it's what we've done for millennia."

This Just In: Chapel Street's Electric Bar Has Been Firebombed in the Latest Melbourne Hospitality Arson

Eliza Campbell — Sun, 03 May 2026 23:18:23 +0000

The Prahran venue is the latest target in a 15-plus run of attacks on Melbourne hospitality venues since mid-April.

This Just In: Melbourne's Newest Train Ran for the First Time Yesterday

Eliza Campbell — Sun, 03 May 2026 21:28:48 +0000

After two years of testing, the first of 50 new X'Trapolis 2.0 trains entered service yesterday on the Upfield line — with wider doors, 20 wheelchair spaces and walk-through carriages.

Coming Soon: Federation Square Is Transforming Into a French Alpine Village with Mountain Chalets, Fondue and Mulled Wine

Hudson Brown — Sun, 03 May 2026 07:43:50 +0000

Featuring fondue, Raclette and mulled wine, this Euro-inspired winter experience will save you a trip France.

Leave the Noise Behind on Japan's 1200-Kilometre Pilgrimage, Offering a Spiritual Stroll to 88 Buddhist Temples

Hudson Brown — Fri, 01 May 2026 05:12:15 +0000

Beyond blurry nights and bright lights, the Japanese countryside offers myriad ancient pilgrimages, including this 1200-kilometre soul-searching journey.