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THE BEST NEW VENUES IN ULUWATU IN 2026

Bali's surfing hotspot is increasingly becoming the go-to for tourists and expats alike, with the culinary offering expanding rapidly alongside Uluwatu's growth, in Auckland
THIS JUST IN: SAVANNAH IN THE ROUND JUST ADDED INDIE FOLK STAR MISSY HIGGINS TO ITS FOUR-DAY LINEUP

Other big-name headliners like ICEHOUSE, Don McLean and Tyler Braden will be rocking out on stage too, in Brisbane
THE SPECIALS BOARD: THESE ARE MELBOURNE'S MUST-TRY FOOD AND DRINK SPECIALS FOR SEPTEMBER

New month, new flavours — these are the standout new dishes and deals to check out this month, in Melbourne
THE SPECIALS BOARD: THESE ARE SYDNEY'S MUST-TRY FOOD AND DRINK SPECIALS FOR SEPTEMBER

New month, new flavours — these are the standout new dishes and deals to check out this month, in Sydney
NOW OPEN: AMAN HAS UNVEILED ITS LATEST ULTRA-LUXE DESERT OASIS ON MEXICO'S DRAMATIC BAJA COAST

As the newest property in Aman's attention-grabbing expansion into the Americas, this desert-meets-ocean resort is defined by its surroundings, in Wellington

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This Ancient Mexican Landmark Has Inspired a New Luxury Tequila

The inspiration behind 1800 Tequila's new luxury añejo, 1800 GuachiMonton, is an ancient ceremonial site in the heart of Mexico's tequila region.

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Now Playing: Every Movie Releasing in September You Can Watch in Theatres or at Home

Prep some popcorn, pour your soft drink of choice and kick back to catch these movies releasing this month on a screen of your choosing.

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Your Lombok Holiday Could Come with a Rafa Nadal-Approved Forehand When This Luxury Coastal Resort Opens in 2028

This sprawling luxury destination will feature serious sporting credentials when it opens in 2028, including Southeast Asia's first Rafa Nadal Tennis Centre.

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This Just In: Bali's FINNS Beach Club Just Got Even Bigger With A Brand New VIP Section

The world-famous Canggu beach club has added 14 premium cabanas, 95 daybeds and a rooftop champagne pool, developed with Moët & Chandon, to its already sprawling Berawa venue.

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This Just In: Beyond The Valley Has Revealed This Year's Lineup, Led by John Summit, Black Eyed Peas and Skepta

The Victorian festival's 11th edition brings John Summit's New Year's Eve countdown, an Australian-exclusive Black Eyed Peas set and Skepta's first appearance there since 2019.

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The Best Australian Activewear Brands to Know Right Now

From technical performance gear to loungewear built for the cafe (or the couch) — Australian activewear has never had more range.

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What to Do and Where to Stay During a Vibrant Spring Escape in New Zealand

Save the Euro summer for another year and thaw out from winter with a colourful New Zealand getaway instead.

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The Best New Venues in Uluwatu in 2026

Bali's surfing hotspot is increasingly becoming the go-to for tourists and expats alike, with the culinary offering expanding rapidly alongside Uluwatu's growth.

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Now Open: Aman Has Unveiled Its Latest Ultra-Luxe Desert Oasis on Mexico's Dramatic Baja Coast

As the newest property in Aman's attention-grabbing expansion into the Americas, this desert-meets-ocean resort is defined by its surroundings.

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Now Open: FINNS' New Greek-Inspired Party Restaurant Could Be Your Wildest Dining Experience Yet

Canggu's FINNS Beach Club has a rowdy new dining experience, complete with a shared feast, drinks, togas on arrival and smashed plates.

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Coming Soon: Queenstown's New Lakefront Hotel Is Built for Snow Days, Spa Sessions and Sunset Drinks

Queenstown's hotel scene is welcoming a fresh lifestyle escape that combines lake views and social spaces with more than a little deep relaxation.

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This Just In: Contemporary Queensland Artist Michael Zavros Wins Archibald People's Choice 2026 with Doppelganger Portrait

The hyperrealist oil painting scored a record-breaking People's Choice vote.

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A New Music Series Is Bringing Missy Higgins, ICEHOUSE and The Teskey Brothers to Sydney Harbour This Spring

The Point concert series will bring live music to Fleet Steps at Yurong / Mrs Macquarie’s Point across September, October and November.

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This Just In: Savannah in the Round Just Added Indie Folk Star Missy Higgins to Its Four-Day Lineup

Other big-name headliners like ICEHOUSE, Don McLean and Tyler Braden will be rocking out on stage too.

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Would You Let Someone Else Plan Your Wedding for You? This Couple From NSW Is Doing Just That

Bianca and James spent three and a half years torn between a big wedding and eloping — until 'Pedestrian.TV' and Maltesers stepped in to plan, and pay for, both at once.

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This Just In: The Brand New Salomon XT-EVO Is the Footwear of the Future

The streamlined silhouette you know and love, reworked with sharper proportions and sleeker lines.

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Now Open: From Remote Communities to Your Plate, This New Online Marketplace Delivers Indigenous-Owned, Wild-Harvested Ingredients

Bringing diners across the country closer to Australia's most remote ingredients, this new marketplace already has acclaimed fans, including Melbourne fine-diner Attica.

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Independent Cinemas with Interesting and Unexpected Screenings

The kind of cinemas where the screening is only half the reason to show up, these characterful picture palaces are high on vibes.

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Your Bank Account Isn't Lying: Melbourne and Sydney Officially Have the Most Expensive Beers and Smokes in the World

Have you noticed your bar tab getting out of hand? It's not just in your head.

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A New Music Series Is Bringing Missy Higgins, ICEHOUSE and The Teskey Brothers to Sydney Harbour This Spring

The Point concert series will bring live music to Fleet Steps at Yurong / Mrs Macquarie’s Point across September, October and November.

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

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

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This Just In: Hawksburn Village Set to Land a New Neighbourhood Wine Bar and Bistro From the Owners of St Kilda's Timeless Donovans

The new space will be flexible and adaptable, designed for pop-ins and snacks, leisurely meals, grazing across shared plates, or simply perching for a glass of wine.

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Women Who Inspire Us: Liz Dawes OAM on Turning Unimaginable Loss Into Australia's Biggest Fight Against Childhood Brain Cancer

Thirteen years after her son Connor died at just eighteen, the founder and CEO of Connor's Run has helped make Australia a world leader in paediatric brain cancer research.

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Lyka and Unyoked Have Teamed Up on Two Off-Grid Cabins That Give Dogs the Nature Escape, Treats and Fireplace Cuddles They Deserve

Dogs deserve holidays too, and this new off-grid cabin stay is giving four-legged guests the full nature-retreat treatment.

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Your Bank Account Isn't Lying: Melbourne and Sydney Officially Have the Most Expensive Beers and Smokes in the World

Have you noticed your bar tab getting out of hand? It's not just in your head.

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A New Music Series Is Bringing Missy Higgins, ICEHOUSE and The Teskey Brothers to Sydney Harbour This Spring

The Point concert series will bring live music to Fleet Steps at Yurong / Mrs Macquarie’s Point across September, October and November.

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The Specials Board: These Are Sydney's Must-Try Food and Drink Specials for September

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

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This Just In: Sydney Writers' Festival Debuts Homegrown Program With 25-Plus Free Events Celebrating Australian Writing This Spring

Add two weekends of workshops and talks by local literary legends to your free events list.

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Lyka and Unyoked Have Teamed Up on Two Off-Grid Cabins That Give Dogs the Nature Escape, Treats and Fireplace Cuddles They Deserve

Dogs deserve holidays too, and this new off-grid cabin stay is giving four-legged guests the full nature-retreat treatment.

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Would You Let Someone Else Plan Your Wedding for You? This Couple From NSW Is Doing Just That

Bianca and James spent three and a half years torn between a big wedding and eloping — until 'Pedestrian.TV' and Maltesers stepped in to plan, and pay for, both at once.

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What to Do and Where to Stay During a Vibrant Spring Escape in New Zealand

Save the Euro summer for another year and thaw out from winter with a colourful New Zealand getaway instead.

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The Best New Venues in Uluwatu in 2026

Bali's surfing hotspot is increasingly becoming the go-to for tourists and expats alike, with the culinary offering expanding rapidly alongside Uluwatu's growth.

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Now Open: Aman Has Unveiled Its Latest Ultra-Luxe Desert Oasis on Mexico's Dramatic Baja Coast

As the newest property in Aman's attention-grabbing expansion into the Americas, this desert-meets-ocean resort is defined by its surroundings.

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Now Open: FINNS' New Greek-Inspired Party Restaurant Could Be Your Wildest Dining Experience Yet

Canggu's FINNS Beach Club has a rowdy new dining experience, complete with a shared feast, drinks, togas on arrival and smashed plates.

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Coming Soon: Queenstown's New Lakefront Hotel Is Built for Snow Days, Spa Sessions and Sunset Drinks

Queenstown's hotel scene is welcoming a fresh lifestyle escape that combines lake views and social spaces with more than a little deep relaxation.

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This Just In: Contemporary Queensland Artist Michael Zavros Wins Archibald People's Choice 2026 with Doppelganger Portrait

The hyperrealist oil painting scored a record-breaking People's Choice vote.

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THE BEST NEW VENUES IN ULUWATU IN 2026

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