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.

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This Just In: Some State Governments are Now Offering Free Public Transport Due to the Fuel Crisis — But Others Expect Commuters to Pick up the Bill

With fuel prices climbing every day and the potential of a recession looming, some Australian states are offering to ease one daily expense.

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Now Playing: Every Movie Releasing in April 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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Now Streaming: Every Show to Add to Your Streaming Queue In April

Here's what's hot and fresh in the world of streaming content this month.

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This Just In: Global Energy Watchdog Releases Urgent Advice for Australians Facing Down Fuel Prices

As the global oil supply gets tighter and tighter, Australians are being advised to make some changes to keep the tanks from running dry.

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This Just In: You Can Explore Australia's Prehistoric History During the First-Ever Queensland Dinosaur Week

From the bones of the biggest animal to ever exist in Australia, to the ancient birds that early Australians relied on for food, Queensland is inviting you to see it all this May.

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Where You Can Watch This Year's Oscar Winners

Stay up to date on the best films of last year with our curated guide.

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This Just In: Australians and Kiwis are Officially the World's Longest Sleepers and Earliest Risers

Australians and New Zealanders are sleeping well and rising early — but this new report reveals we're still missing something.

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This Just In: Unit Prices in These Capital City Suburbs Actually Dropped in the Last Five Years

By and large, property prices continue to climb, but look underneath the surface and you'll see some suburbs have become ever-so-slightly more affordable.

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This Just In: It Takes Up to Eight Years to Save For a Home Deposit in Australia — According to Domain's 2026 First Home Buyer Report

While Sydney continues to lead the pack by prices, every capital city in Australia got more expensive for first-home buyers in the last year.

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A Shark Expert's Advice on How to Stay Safe in Australian Waters

When it comes to shark safety in Australia, there are five easy rules to remember that make an unlikely event almost impossible.

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This Just In: Australia's Next Tallest Building Will Be a One-Billion-Dollar Trump Tower on the Gold Coast

The first Trump-branded project in Australia aims to be the biggest building in the country.

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This Just In: You Can Now Order Everything Except the Kitchen Sink to Your Door as Bunnings Joins Uber Eats

If you can't be bothered to get in the car to buy a new lawn mower, boy do we have news for you.

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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: 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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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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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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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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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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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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