
The Best Things to Do On, By and Near the Water in Brisbane
There's nothing quite like a juicy, slow-cooked, gravy-drenched roast on a wintry Sydney weekend.
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Discover your next dining obsession with our cheat sheet to the best new venues in town.
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Mark your calendars, as this one-day-only giveaway offers vegan-friendly bites crafted by a pair of sweet-treat creative forces.
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Let's go party: this two-storey spot has popped up in Melbourne with a roller rink and a Ken-themed bar slinging cocktails.
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Paddington’s local Mexican joint has introduced a street-style food menu that needs to be explored with every tastebud you’ve got to spare.
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Drenched in the hotel's own rooftop honey, score yourself a free sweet pastry for one day only.
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5 Central Park Avenue, Chippendale
Chippendale's new Korean hotspot has opened in a heritage brewery, from the team behind neighbouring bakery Buttered.
East Esplanade, Manly
The Queensland brewery has opened a sprawling 300-seat restaurant at Manly Wharf serving seafood platters, salt and vinegar martinis and a tap pouring Australia's coldest beer.
282 Unwins Bridge Road, Sydenham
There's strong house party energy at this intimate 20-seater, which features natural wines, recipes inspired by old family classics and weekly rotating playlists.
100 Miller Street, North Sydney
North Sydney's very own Parisian bistro dishes up a set menu worth crossing the bridge for.
10 Orchard Road, Brookvale
This bold Brookvale hangout reimagines the neighbourhood wine bar through an Indian lens.
362 Oxford Street, Paddington
Take a seat at this relaxed, Oxford Street-style spin on elevated omakase dining.
16 Enmore Road, Newtown
Martinis are the name of the game at this psychedelic Enmore Road cocktail bar from the Cantina OK! team.
127 King Street, Newtown
King Street's wine bar, deli, grocer and cocktail den might just be Sydney's ultimate slashie.
Sydney's Cockatoo Island is becoming 'Wednesday' Island, hosting a one-night-only fan festival dedicated to the Netflix hit.
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Zach Braff, Donald Faison and Sarah Chalke are all returning — as is series creator Bill Lawrence, who has been busy on 'Ted Lasso' and 'Shrinking' of late.
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Fresh from her fourth album 'Virgin' debuting at number one Down Under, the New Zealand singer has locked in her next Australian and NZ gigs.
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'Eddington', Harris Dickinson's first feature behind the lens, the world premiere of 'Jimmy Barnes: Working Class Man' and plenty of international award-winners are also on the program.
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As usual, you'll want to get in fast if you've been waiting for the roster of acts before buying tickets — the festival is already 95-percent sold out.
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Stars from 'The Summer I Turned Pretty', plus author Jenny Han and the 'Culpable' trilogy scribe Mercedes Ron, are heading to Machine Hall in Sydney.
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Sat, 12 Jul, 2025
Rydges Resort Hunter Valley, Lovedale
A weekend filled with local wine, beer, delicious food and good vibes.
Sat, 12 Jul, 2025
Baptist Street Rec. Club, Redfern
Join Alex Hayes and a crew of creators for an exclusive hands-on experience with Fujifilm’s new X half camera in Redfern, Sydney.
Sat, 12 Jul, 2025
Carriageworks, Eveleigh
This weekly event is a Sydney institution showcasing the freshest seasonal produce from growers and producers from across NSW.
Sat, 12 Jul, 2025
Glebe Public School, Glebe
Glebe's weekly go-to for pre-loved fashion, vinyl records and freshly made limeade.
Sat, 12 Jul, 2025
Nag's Head Hotel, Glebe, Glebe
Live out your fantasy of a cold Christmas with roasts, Yorkshire puddings and mulled wine in a cosy pub.
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.
Sun, 13 Jul, 2025
Bistro Moncur, Woollahra
First cab off the rank is Dewsbury pork belly, surrounded by a Yorkshire pudding and duck fat potatoes.
Sun, 13 Jul, 2025
Watsons Bay Boutique Hotel, Watsons Bay
Swap $35 for a plate loaded with traditional delights, backdropped by harbour views.
Sun, 13 Jul, 2025
Casa Esquina, Balmain
This is a flame-roasted take on the tradition, served in a warm tortilla with fries and salad.
Sun, 13 Jul, 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.
Thu, 10 Jul, 2025
Monte Fresco Cheese, Smithfield
Learn the art of Italian cheesemaking with the man whose father introduced ricotta to Australia.
Mon, 14 Jul, 2025
Paddo Inn, Paddington
Transcend your typical Monday night as tarot card readings, fine wine and Italian bites shape this ethereal experience.
Fri, 18 Jul, 2025
170 Grammi, Surry Hills
You can get your fill of Roman cuisine every Friday lunchtime, including unlimited carbonara pizza and delectable maritozzi doughnuts.
Wed, 16 Jul, 2025
Easy Tiger Bondi Beach, Bondi Beach
How many bao can you eat in one sitting? For just $25, you'll get as many as you can handle in 90 minutes.
Mon, 14 Jul, 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.
Wed, 16 Jul, 2025
Little Pearl, Manly
Find out how many dumplings you can handle in 90 minutes while overlooking Manly Beach.
More than 140 designs will be on display at the NGV across summer 2025–26, covering threads donned by Rihanna, Kate Moss, The Sex Pistols and more.
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The 2025 Australian Interior Design Awards have been announced — and Central by J.AR Office has been crowned the country's best-designed space.
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The installation offers an electrifying glimpse into the next generation of EV vehicles.
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For its third new NSW site in a year, Savers remains committed as ever to sustainability, community and affordability.
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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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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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This weekend in Sydney, celebrate Christmas in July, disco at yum cha or glide across a CBD ice rink.
Discover your next dining obsession with our cheat sheet to the best new venues in town.
Celebrate Australia's First Nations filmmakers with these potent westerns, horror standouts, coming-of-age gems, Top End rom-coms, outback noirs, and expressive dance flicks.
This week, go to an anime takeover in Darling Square, dance and dine at disco yum cha or watch French New Wave cinema at AGNSW.
This weekend in Sydney, celebrate Christmas in July, disco at yum cha or glide across a CBD ice rink.
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From revamped beach kiosks and surf parks to bathhouses and late-night party bars, Sydney always meets the brief.
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Here's how to swap your WFH setup for a serious upgrade.
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This week, go to an anime takeover in Darling Square, dance and dine at disco yum cha or watch French New Wave cinema at AGNSW.
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There's plenty to do for any type of kid these school holidays, from magic shows to sports workshops and more.
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East Esplanade, Manly
The Queensland brewery has opened a sprawling 300-seat restaurant at Manly Wharf serving seafood platters, salt and vinegar martinis and a tap pouring Australia's coldest beer.
282 Unwins Bridge Road, Sydenham
There's strong house party energy at this intimate 20-seater, which features natural wines, recipes inspired by old family classics and weekly rotating playlists.
10 Orchard Road, Brookvale
This bold Brookvale hangout reimagines the neighbourhood wine bar through an Indian lens.
10 Bridge Street, Sydney
This sleek Bridge Street spot boldly reimagines fine dining, with creative snacks for less than a tenner and a seasonal menu of hearty mains all priced at $39.