This airy waterfront icon has reopened with a brand-new look, plus cuisine inspired by Australian landscapes.
This Western Australia-shot movie boasts an inimitable American star, an Australian actor with decades of overseas success and an Irish filmmaker bringing an outsider perspective on Aussie localism.
This upcoming Roseville wellness space is by the same team behind luxe Mudgee glamping retreat Sierra Escape.
Get slurping: this legendary Surry Hills fried chicken house has brought back its soul-warming bowls for another winter — this time with a seriously spicy twist.
A heap of Australian acts will take to the stage not only at Manly in the Harbour City, but also at Roma Street Parkland in the Sunshine State during Brisbane Festival.
Catch these majestic mammals frolicking along the coast on their annual migration.
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NewsNow Open: Pairing Its Sydney Opera House Views and Celebrity-Favourite Rooftop Bar with a Revamp, Cruise Bar & Restaurant Is Back
This airy waterfront icon has reopened with a brand-new look, plus cuisine inspired by Australian landscapes.
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NewsButter's Cult-Favourite Ramen Club Is Back for 2025 — and This Year, It's Bringing the Heat
Get slurping: this legendary Surry Hills fried chicken house has brought back its soul-warming bowls for another winter — this time with a seriously spicy twist.
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NewsComing Soon: Australia's First 67 Pall Mall Is Enlisting Martin Benn and Vicki Wild as Managing Culinary Partners
When this exclusive private wine and dining club opens in Melbourne in mid-2026, the two respected hospitality veterans will guide its culinary direction.
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NewsComing Soon: Chef Mike McEnearney Is Opening a New Dining Destination in Australia's First-Ever 1 Hotels Site in Melbourne
Supporting the hotel's eco-conscious design with a nature-driven dining venue, From Here by Mike will bring guests closer to their food.
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NewsIntroducing We Three: The Marrickville Bar That Combines Late Night Dining and $8 Happy hours in a Dog-Friendly Space for All Diners
What's more Marrickville than affordable wine and a bar open to humans and dogs alike?
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NewsComing Soon: Meet the Makers Festival Is Returning to the NSW South Coast for 2025 with 30 Artisan Food and Craft Experiences
Make tracks for one of the state's most artisanal towns, with Milton set to burst to life over four weekends of dining and handicraft bliss.
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BarMiji Bar & Grill
100 Miller Street, North Sydney
Get a taste of Tokyo's laneway izakaya culture in the heart of North Sydney.
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RestaurantEnnui
461 Pitt Street, Haymarket
This well-hidden French wine and diner bar inspires anything but a feeling of ennui.
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RestaurantIto Restaurant
413-415 Crown Street, Surry Hills
Get a taste of Italian and Japanese hybrid dishes at this two-storey Crown Street izakaya.
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RestaurantGenzo
168 Walker Street, North Sydney
Find a taste of Tokyo tucked away in this Walker Street joint just north of the bridge.
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RestaurantLankan Filling Station
58 Riley Street, East Sydney
This trailblazing Sri Lankan diner is entering a new era of fusion dishes and inventive flavours.
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CafeHippo Espresso
468 The Esplanade, Warners Bay
One of the most beloved cafes in the state can be found in Warners Bay.
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Miji Bar & Grill
100 Miller Street, North Sydney
Get a taste of Tokyo's laneway izakaya culture in the heart of North Sydney.
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BarLi'l Darlin Crows Nest
23 Willoughby Road, Crows Nest
Surry Hills' playful restaurant and bar now has a sibling, pairing cocktails and sharing menus in the lower North Shore.
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BarMountain Culture Brewery Redfern
158 Regent Street , Redfern
Enjoy fan favourites and rotating new brews at Australia's fastest-growing craft brewer's third outpost — and its first in the inner city.
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BarThe Light Brigade
2A Oxford St, Woollahra
Woodfired pizzas and cocktails, plus a rooftop that's 83 metres above sea level.
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NewsWhen Nicolas Cage and Ozploitation Combine in a Sun-Scorched Psychological Thriller: Julian McMahon and Lorcan Finnegan Talk 'The Surfer'
This Western Australia-shot movie boasts an inimitable American star, an Australian actor with decades of overseas success and an Irish filmmaker bringing an outsider perspective on Aussie localism.
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NewsSydney's Night at The Barracks Is Returning for 2025 — and Night at The Parkland Is Giving Brisbane Its Own Version
A heap of Australian acts will take to the stage not only at Manly in the Harbour City, but also at Roma Street Parkland in the Sunshine State during Brisbane Festival.
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News2025 Marks 20 Years Since 'Spicks and Specks' Debuted — and It'll Be Back for a New Season in June
This time around, the ABC's beloved music quiz show will feature Megan Washington, Robert Forster, Tom Ballard and Sara Pascoe among its guests.
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NewsSydney Film Festival Has Added a World-Exclusive In-Conversation Session with George Miller and Hideo Kojima to Its 2025 Lineup
One is behind the 'Mad Max' film franchise, the other created the 'DEATH STRANDING' and 'Metal Gear Solid' games — and for one night only, they're getting chatting.
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NewsAustralia's Spanish Film Festival Is Returning for 2025 to Add Some Euro and Latin American Vibes to Your Winter
This year's fest features 30 films, including a 'Sliding Doors'-style opening pick, 2025's two Goya Best Film winners and celebrating the 25th anniversary of 'Nine Queens'.
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NewsThe Man of Steel Takes on Lois Lane's Questions, Lex Luthor, Wars and More in the Full 'Superman' Trailer
David Corenswet's debut turn in the suit and cape opposite Rachel Brosnahan and Nicholas Hoult hits cinemas in July.
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EventWhat's on in Frankston: 2025 Events
Multiple single dates
Various Frankston venues
From European beach clubs to street art and sand sculpting, here's everything hitting Frankston in early 2025.
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EventKings Cross Weekend Markets
Multiple single dates
Kings Cross Organic Food Market, Potts Point
A weekend morning cornucopia of organic veggies, fruit, cheese and international dishes, plus fashion, homewares, books and more.
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EventMarrickville Organic Food and Farmers Market
Sun, 18 May, 2025
Addison Road Community Centre, Marrickville
This popular market has it all, from organic produce and yummy street eats to vintage fashions and pre-loved homewares.
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EventAll-Day Happy Hour at Island Radio
Sun, 18 May, 2025
Island Radio, Redfern
Sip on Reccy lager and glasses of house-made wine for just $7 — or $10 cocktails — all day long.
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EventNative Australia Degustation at NEL
Tue, 14 Jan - Sat, 14 Jun 2025
Nel Restaurant, Sydney
The Sydney fine diner is kicking off 2025 with a 12-course degustation exploring the culinary riches of the Land Down Under.
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EventHalf-Price Curries at Island Radio
Mon, 19 May, 2025
Island Radio, Redfern
Feast on wagyu rendang with toasted coconut, yellow rock flathead curry with crispy shallot, or pork and prawn wonton laksa at a wallet-friendly price.
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EventBottomless Steak and Frites at Armorica
Mon, 19 May, 2025
Armorica, Surry Hills
Pop down to Armorica any Monday night and swap $59 for as much steak and as many fries as you can handle.
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EventAlchemy of a Rainforest
Sun, 15 Sep 2024 - Sun, 30 Nov 2025
The Calyx, Sydney
Learn all about the little mysteries of nature's green biomes.
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EventFrida Kahlo: In Her Own Image
Sat, 15 Mar - Sun, 13 Jul 2025
Bendigo Art Gallery, Bendigo
This Frida Kahlo exhibition features items and artworks never seen before in Australia — and you can only catch it at the Bendigo Art Gallery.
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EventOmega Ensemble: 'Distant World' Tour
Sat, 17 May, 2025
ACO On The Pier, Dawes Point
What does the world sound like when you stop to really listen?
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EventPuppy Pilates at Decathlon
Sat, 17 May, 2025
Decathlon Connect - Wynyard, Sydney
Wellness is always a little easier with a cute four-legged companion to distract you.
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EventBar Planet's Third Birthday Tattoo Pop-Up
Sat, 17 May, 2025
Bar Planet, Newtown
Get inked with late-night memories, as one of Sydney's most-talented tattooists drops in for a pop-up martini-inspired session.
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EventNobu Dubai x Nobu Sydney Four Hands Dinner
Fri, 16 May, 2025
Nobu Sydney, Barangaroo
Dine on Japanese and Peruvian flavours from two renowned restaurants, as their head chefs come together to take guests on a culinary journey.
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EventMusic Trivia at Baptist Street Rec Club
Tue, 20 May, 2025
Baptist Street Rec. Club, Redfern
Test your knowledge on everyone from Beethoven to Barney while feasting on $15 pad thai.
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EventCafe Nutella Pop-Up
Sat, 17 May, 2025
Caffe Gigi, Sydney
This one-day-only pop-up cafe is celebrating the most iconic sunrises across Australia and New Zealand with choc-hazelnut breakfast treats.
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EventChuck & Son's Brewing Co's First Birthday
Sun, 25 May, 2025
Chuck and Son's Brewing Co., Saint Peters
This brewery is throwing a massive one-day party with live music — plus free beer tastings on the hour every hour.
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EventVivid & Vibes Neon Parties at Bungalow 8
Multiple single dates
Bungalow 8, Sydney
Every Saturday night during Vivid, this Harbourside venue is transforming into a glowing wonderland.
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EventBanff Mountain Film Festival World Tour
Multiple single dates
Select cinemas in Sydney, Various locations
From snowboarding on Antarctic icebergs to wingsuit flying in the Swiss Alps, this celebration of adventurous cinema will get your pulse racing.
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EventCarriageworks Farmers Market
Sat, 24 May, 2025
Carriageworks, Eveleigh
This weekly event is a Sydney institution showcasing the freshest seasonal produce from growers and producers from across NSW.
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EventMarkets at Glebe
Sat, 24 May, 2025
Glebe Public School, Glebe
Glebe's weekly go-to for pre-loved fashion, vinyl records and freshly made limeade.
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NewsNow Open: Savers Has Opened a Huge New Thrift Store in Auburn — and Most Items Cost Under $10
For its third new NSW site in a year, Savers remains committed as ever to sustainability, community and affordability.
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NewsFrank Green's Latest Limited-Edition Drink Bottle Collection Glows in the Dark So You'll Never Lose It Again
Spanning two sizes, three colours and multiple accessories, this radiant collection is primed for on-the-move and after-dark sipping.
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NewsPier Pavilion Is Barangaroo's New Permanent Public Events and Leisure Space — and It's Made from Recycled Oyster Shells
This vital new piece of Barangaroo's ongoing revitalisation features uninterrupted harbour views, a seven-metre-wide rooftop oculus and a structure made with over half a million Sydney rock oyster shells.
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NewsFrom Dreamy Dining Rooms to Moody Basement Bars, Nearly 200 Venues Have Been Shortlisted for the 2025 Australian Interior Design Awards
Design envy alert: these are the restaurants, retail spaces and residences that are setting the 2025 style standard.
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NewsALDI's Streetwear Collection Is Back for 2025 — This Time with 29 Pieces, All for Under $20 Each
After 2024's range sold out, the supermarket chain has a new lineup of branded threads on offer, including hoodies, beanies and sneakers.
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NewsYou Can Hang Van Gogh's 'Sunflowers' on Your Wall at Home — After You Recreate It with Lego
Another iconic masterpiece has been turned into plastic bricks — 2615 of them, ready for you to build.
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NewsThe Eight Best Coastal Spots for Whale Watching Across Australia
Catch these majestic mammals frolicking along the coast on their annual migration.
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GuideThe Best Things to Do in Sydney This Weekend
This weekend in Sydney, you can enjoy Bang Gang DJs' return to Club 77, feast on Nutella, get inked, then giggle at the comedy festival.
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NewsIt's Eurovision Time: Here's When You Can Watch 2025's Song Contest (with Tony Armstrong and Courtney Act Hosting Australia's Coverage)
This year's Australian entry: Go-Jo with the song 'Milkshake Man', which is being performed with a four-metre-tall blender as part of the set.
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GuideThe Best Things to Do in Sydney This Week
This week, you can hit up Pyrmont Festival, enjoy a discounted early dinner and see movies at a couple of different film festivals.
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NewsComing Soon: Escape Bathhouse Is Bringing Saunas, Ice Baths and Steam Rooms to a Heritage North Shore Building This Spring
This upcoming Roseville wellness space is by the same team behind luxe Mudgee glamping retreat Sierra Escape.
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NewsWith 181 Rooms and a Design-Forward Aesthetic, Little National's Newcastle Hotel Is Your Next Reason to Head Out of Town
Get the Newcastle weekend you've been waiting for with a luxury stay that's part-oasis, part-productivity hub.
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The Eight Best Coastal Spots for Whale Watching Across Australia
Catch these majestic mammals frolicking along the coast on their annual migration.
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NewsBondi Festival Is Returning for 2025 with Ice Skating, Vibrant Artworks, Dog Parades, Comedy Galas and a Giant Ferris Wheel
This winter favourite is back this July for its biggest edition to date, with 17 days of eclectic programming in and around Bondi Pavilion.
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The Best Things to Do in Sydney This Weekend
This weekend in Sydney, you can enjoy Bang Gang DJs' return to Club 77, feast on Nutella, get inked, then giggle at the comedy festival.
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NewsAirbnb Is Now Letting You Book Hangouts with Megan Thee Stallion and Sabrina Carpenter, Plus Personal Chefs and Ramen-Making Sessions
The accommodation-sharing platform has expanded its range, complete with spa treatments, exploring Notre Dame's restoration and pastry sessions with Chef Raphaelle Elbaz from The French Bastards bakery.
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Miji Bar & Grill
100 Miller Street, North Sydney
Get a taste of Tokyo's laneway izakaya culture in the heart of North Sydney.
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BarThe Glenmore Hotel
96 Cumberland Street, The Rocks
This pub in The Rocks has a rooftop with one of the best views over the harbour.
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Ennui
461 Pitt Street, Haymarket
This well-hidden French wine and diner bar inspires anything but a feeling of ennui.
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RestaurantIsland Radio
Baptist Street, Redfern
A dazzling fitout, an affordable bar menu and a killer location make this Southeast Asian hawker-inspired diner a colourful newcomer to Surry Hills' dining scene.
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