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'Wednesday' Is Taking Over an Australian Island for One Spooky Winter Evening — and You Can Head Along

Sydney's Cockatoo Island is becoming 'Wednesday' Island, hosting a one-night-only fan festival dedicated to the Netflix hit.

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Lorde Is Bringing Her 'Ultrasound' World Tour to Australian and New Zealand Arenas in 2026

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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The Best Things to Do in Sydney This Weekend

This weekend in Sydney, celebrate Christmas in July, disco at yum cha or glide across a CBD ice rink.

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Melbourne International Film Festival's 2025 Lineup Spans Kristen Stewart's Directorial Debut, New Aussie Horror and 270-Plus Other Titles

'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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Strawberry Fields' Packed 2025 Lineup Is Here with Detroit Love, Gilles Peterson, Chaos in the CBD and More

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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Sydney Fringe Festival's Huge 2025 Program Includes the Reopening of Darlinghurst's Eternity Playhouse and a 'Stranger Things' Parody

September in Sydney means hitting up 460-plus events, including immersive theatre, street parties, a Kate Bush tribute and more.

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The Ten Best Hearty Roasts in Sydney

There's nothing quite like a juicy, slow-cooked, gravy-drenched roast on a wintry Sydney weekend.

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The Best New Restaurants and Bars in Sydney You Need to Visit

Discover your next dining obsession with our cheat sheet to the best new venues in town.

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Tokyo Lamington and Pana Organic Have Created a Trio of Plant-Based Lamingtons, Featuring a Free Giveaway on World Chocolate Day

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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Now Open: For the First Time Ever in Australia, You Can Get Sipping, Snacking and Rollerskating at the Malibu Barbie Cafe

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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Tastes of Taqueria: Eduardo Conde of El Primo Sanchez on the Authentic Flavour Pairings of a New Menu

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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Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park Is Giving Away 500 Honey-Soaked Cronuts to Celebrate the Launch of Its New Cafe

Drenched in the hotel's own rooftop honey, score yourself a free sweet pastry for one day only.

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Hongdae Pocha

5 Central Park Avenue, Chippendale

Chippendale's new Korean hotspot has opened in a heritage brewery, from the team behind neighbouring bakery Buttered.

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Felons Seafood

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.
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Sippenham

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.

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TOKI Bistro & Bar

100 Miller Street, North Sydney

North Sydney's very own Parisian bistro dishes up a set menu worth crossing the bridge for.
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Bazaar & Bar

10 Orchard Road, Brookvale

This bold Brookvale hangout reimagines the neighbourhood wine bar through an Indian lens.

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Izy.Aki

362 Oxford Street, Paddington

Take a seat at this relaxed, Oxford Street-style spin on elevated omakase dining.
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Bar Planet

16 Enmore Road, Newtown

Martinis are the name of the game at this psychedelic Enmore Road cocktail bar from the Cantina OK! team.
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Bar DEMO

85 Enmore Road, Newtown

This casual, no-fuss wine bar by two seasoned bartenders arranges wines by their energy — and also serves up one of Sydney's coldest martinis.
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127 King Street, Newtown

King Street's wine bar, deli, grocer and cocktail den might just be Sydney's ultimate slashie.
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117 Macquarie Street, Sydney

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We Three

329 Illawarra Road, Marrickville

Raise a glass to everything that makes the Inner West so great at this family-operated Marrickville favourite.
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Lucille's

44 King Street, Sydney

A little sibling to nearby bar Jolene's, Lucille's is an homage to the great dive bars of the American southwest.

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Love Arts & Entertainment experiences? Navigate the best venues and events near you picked by our expert curators at Concrete Playground.

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'Wednesday' Is Taking Over an Australian Island for One Spooky Winter Evening — and You Can Head Along

Sydney's Cockatoo Island is becoming 'Wednesday' Island, hosting a one-night-only fan festival dedicated to the Netflix hit.

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It's Official: 'Scrubs' Is Returning for a Full New Season a Decade and a Half After the Hit Sitcom's Initial Run Ended

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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Lorde Is Bringing Her 'Ultrasound' World Tour to Australian and New Zealand Arenas in 2026

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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Melbourne International Film Festival's 2025 Lineup Spans Kristen Stewart's Directorial Debut, New Aussie Horror and 270-Plus Other Titles

'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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Strawberry Fields' Packed 2025 Lineup Is Here with Detroit Love, Gilles Peterson, Chaos in the CBD and More

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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Prime Video Is Hosting a Star-Filled Book Club Down Under to Celebrate Its Slate of Page-to-Screen Hits

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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Hunter Valley Beer and Wine Festival 2025

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Rydges Resort Hunter Valley, Lovedale

A weekend filled with local wine, beer, delicious food and good vibes.

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Carriageworks Farmers Market

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Christmas in July at The Nag's Head Hotel

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Monte Fresco Cheese, Smithfield

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Leave It to Luigi Bottomless Lunch at 170 Grammi

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170 Grammi, Surry Hills

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Wed, 16 Jul, 2025
Easy Tiger Bondi Beach, Bondi Beach

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Coming Soon: A Spectacular Fashion Exhibition Celebrating Vivienne Westwood and Rei Kawakubo Is Making Its World Premiere in Australia

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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This Moody, Underground Restaurant in Brisbane Has Claimed Australia's Top Interior Design Prize

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This Glowing Vivid Installation is Part Car Show, Part Skeleton Dance Party

The installation offers an electrifying glimpse into the next generation of EV vehicles.

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Now 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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Frank 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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Pier 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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This weekend in Sydney, celebrate Christmas in July, disco at yum cha or glide across a CBD ice rink.
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The Best New Restaurants and Bars in Sydney You Need to Visit

Discover your next dining obsession with our cheat sheet to the best new venues in town.
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Twenty-Five Exceptional Films by Indigenous Australian Filmmakers That You Can Stream Right Now

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.
Guide
The Best Things to Do in Sydney This Week

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.

Guide
The Best Things to Do in Sydney This Weekend

This weekend in Sydney, celebrate Christmas in July, disco at yum cha or glide across a CBD ice rink.

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News
Rediscover Sydney: 11 New Experiences and Hidden Gems Across the Harbour City to Explore Now

From revamped beach kiosks and surf parks to bathhouses and late-night party bars, Sydney always meets the brief.

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Why You Should Ditch Your Dining Table for a Coworking Space This New Financial Year

Here's how to swap your WFH setup for a serious upgrade.

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Guide
The Best Things to Do in Sydney This Week

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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Feature
Unlock the World

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Eleven Activities to Feed Kids' Passions (and Beat the Boredom) These School Holidays

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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Trending Bars and Restaurants

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OH MY YO

413-415 Sussex Street, Haymarket

Frozen yoghurt meets fine dining at this Haymarket spot, with an evolving menu of fun and unexpected flavours by a hatted chef.
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Felons Seafood

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.
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Sippenham

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.

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Bazaar & Bar

10 Orchard Road, Brookvale

This bold Brookvale hangout reimagines the neighbourhood wine bar through an Indian lens.

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Ette Sydney

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.