Spend your couch time watching a documentary about Jim Henson, an Elisabeth Moss-led spy thriller and the new season of an Aussie rom-com sitcom.
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You've seen 'Furiosa' and 'Fury Road' — now catch the iconic director talking to stuntman and filmmaker Nash Edgerton about the franchise.
A fast-paced ramen and sushi joint and an intimate manga-filled cocktail bar have joined Chippendale's popular Asian dining precinct.
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Matt Adnate's Portrait of Baker Boy Just Won the Archibald Packing Room Prize Among 2024's Finalists
This year's fellow Archibald Prize contenders include portraits of Jacob Elordi, Tony Armstrong, Chloé Hayden and Jaguar Jonze.
Michelin-starred meals, First Nations flavours and flame-filled cooking demos are just the start of the must-taste culinary events of this year's fest.
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NewsImportant Doughnut News: Krispy Kreme Is Giving Away 100,000 Freebies for National Doughnut Day 2024
If you love Krispy Kreme's sweet glazed doughnuts, the best day of the year is upon us again.
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NewsNow Open: Spice Alley's New Japanese Quarter Is Slinging $15 Ramen and Warm Saké in Time for Winter
A fast-paced ramen and sushi joint and an intimate manga-filled cocktail bar have joined Chippendale's popular Asian dining precinct.
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NewsGenre-Bending Cuisine: Black Star Pastry Is Giving Its Rosebery Spot the Izakaya Treatment for an Entire Weekend
You'll need to pick up chopsticks on your way to this inventive pop-up, which stars rockmelon nigiri, a pomegranate molasses and yuzu 'soy sauce' and the Ari-Gateaux sushi cake.
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GuideLight Up Your Tastebuds: The Best Dining Experiences at Vivid 2024
Michelin-starred meals, First Nations flavours and flame-filled cooking demos are just the start of the must-taste culinary events of this year's fest.
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NewsNow Open: Gitano Is the Slick Mexican Diner and Cocktail Lounge That's Bringing Latin Swagger to Double Bay
Come for the authentic dishes from Mexico City, Oaxaca and the Yucatán — stay for the cocktail lounge, VIP bottle service and signature margaritas.
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GuideCheers to the Years: Sydney Small Bars That Have Become Mainstays in the CBD Nightlife
From hidden speakeasies to wine bars, these are the establishments we keep going back to time and time again.
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RestaurantEat at ROBs
621 Darling Street, Rozelle
Whether you're looking for a new go-to or are after a burger that'll curb the craving, you'll find what you're after at this Rozelle locale dedicated to hefty smash burgers.
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RestaurantSuburgia Redfern
231 Chalmers Street, Redfern
You'll be spoilt for choice at this burger joint in Redfern, which boasts a wide-spanning menu of dishes that are inspired by Sydney suburbs.
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RestaurantBar Infinita
10 Saint Johns Avenue, Gordon
An Italian restaurant in Gordon churning out woodfired steaks, handmade pasta and next-level antipasti.
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BarKahii Kissaten
364 Kent Street, Sydney
Start your day with matcha and croissants and end it with wine and oysters — all at this inner-city spot.
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RestaurantSanta Catarina
152-156 Clarence Street, Sydney
A Oaxacan restaurant with an outrageous mezcal collection hidden away in Sydney's YCK Laneway precinct.
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RestaurantKuro
368 Kent Street, Sydney
A hatted Japanese bar and restaurant inside a historic CBD sandstone building.
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BarSince I Left You
338 Kent Street, Sydney
This art-filled courtyard bar, with a relaxed spirit and a drinks menu to match, is the perfect antidote to a stressful day in the office.
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Kahii Kissaten
364 Kent Street, Sydney
Start your day with matcha and croissants and end it with wine and oysters — all at this inner-city spot.
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BarNow & Then
222 Clarence Street, Sydney
Pét-nats and sage-infused spritzes meet shandys and sherry cobblers at this intimate subterranean spot.
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BarThe Lodge Bar
415 Darling Street, Balmain
Check in at one of Balmain's longest-standing cocktail and wine bars.
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NewsTwelve Films and TV Shows You Need to Stream This Month
Spend your couch time watching a documentary about Jim Henson, an Elisabeth Moss-led spy thriller and the new season of an Aussie rom-com sitcom.
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NewsGeorge Miller Is Coming to Sydney Film Festival to Chat About All Things 'Mad Max' and 'Furiosa'
You've seen 'Furiosa' and 'Fury Road' — now catch the iconic director talking to stuntman and filmmaker Nash Edgerton about the franchise.
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NewsIt's Time to Get Weird with Emma Stone and Yorgos Lanthimos Again in the Full Trailer for 'Kinds of Kindness'
Jesse Plemons just won the Best Actor prize at Cannes for the latest collaboration from the 'Poor Things' and 'The Favourite' duo.
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NewsMatt Adnate's Portrait of Baker Boy Just Won the Archibald Packing Room Prize Among 2024's Finalists
This year's fellow Archibald Prize contenders include portraits of Jacob Elordi, Tony Armstrong, Chloé Hayden and Jaguar Jonze.
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NewsKelis Is Heading to Brisbane as a BIGSOUND Keynote Speaker and to Play at Sweet Relief! 2024
At Sweet Relief!, the 'Milkshake' and 'Bossy' talent will be joined by The Presets, Electric Fields, Haiku Hands and more.
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NewsThe Full Trailer for 'The Bear' Season Three Teases Non-Negotiables, Weird Vibes and a Quest for Perfection
Living up to Carmy's vision of the absolute best in fine-dining is a stressful task in the latest look at upcoming third season of 'The Bear'.
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EventMaroubra Beach Markets
Sunday, June 2, 2024
Broadarrow Reserve, Maroubra
A new market is launching in Maroubra and will happen on the first Sunday of every month.
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EventBeers and Bangers Laneway Party
Sunday, June 2, 2024
Grafton Lane, Chippendale
The Kyiv Social crew is partnering with LP's Quality Meats and Young Henrys to host monthly, community-minded, laneway parties that give back.
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Event$10 Sunday Morning Movie Tickets at Hoyts
Sunday, June 9, 2024, Sunday, June 16, 2024 and Sunday, June 23, 2024
Select cinemas in Sydney, Various locations
Spend Sunday mornings in June at the flicks for a tenner — as long as your session starts before 12.01pm.
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EventKings Cross Weekend Markets
Saturday, January 13, 2018, Sunday, January 14, 2018, Sunday, January 21, 2018 and Sunday, January 28, 2018
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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EventFree Yoga Classes at Sorry Thanks I Love You
Wednesday, May 8 - Wednesday, August 14, 2024
Sorry Thanks I Love You, Sydney
Stretch away your stresses with a free evening yoga class and herbal tea at the innovative retail space.
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EventTaste, See, Connect at House Canteen
Monday, May 27, 2024, Tuesday, May 28, 2024, Tuesday, June 4, 2024
House Canteen, Sydney
Bennelong Point's House Canteen will play host to six activity-focused evenings, all of which hope to foster connection through food and fun during Vivid.
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EventDark Spectrum
Friday, May 24 - Saturday, June 15, 2024
Wynyard Station, Sydney
First debuting in 2023, this Vivid installation is back for 2024, turning Wynyard's railway tunnels into a lit-up labyrinth for a second year.
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EventTidal Kin: Stories from the Pacific
Saturday, October 7, 2023 - Monday, October 7, 2024
Chau Chak Wing Museum, Camperdown
The new free exhibit showcases a largely overlooked period of history through a mix of visual markers and audio recordings.
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EventLightscape Sydney
Friday, May 24 - Saturday, June 15, 2024
Royal Botanic Garden Sydney, Sydney
This dazzling after-dark festival is taking over to the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney for Vivid 2024 with a new 1.8-kilometre trail.
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EventVivid Food: The Warakirri Dining Experience
Friday, May 31 and Saturday, June 1, 2024
Carriageworks, Eveleigh
The dinner series returns for another year, with a night of native ingredient-starring dishes and First Nations storytelling helmed by chef Sharon Winsor.
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EventChange the Course
Friday, May 31, 2024
Darling Quarter, Sydney
Darling Quarter and Two Good Co are teaming up for a long lunch for an excellent cause.
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EventAperitivo Hour at Sydney Common
Wednesday, May 29, 2024
Sydney Common, Sydney
Enjoy $6 house wine, beer and G&Ts, as well as $8 mini martinis, from Wednesday through Saturday.
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EventMarkets at Glebe
Saturday, June 8, 2024
Glebe Public School, Glebe
Glebe's weekly go-to for pre-loved fashion, vinyl records and freshly made limeade.
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Free Doughnuts at Krispy Kreme
Friday, June 7, 2024
Various Sydney venues, Sydney
What's better than sweet glazed doughnuts? 100,000 free sweet glazed doughnuts for National Doughnut Day thanks to Krispy Kreme.
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EventNRL State of Origin Game 1
Wednesday, June 5, 2024
Accor Stadium, Sydney Olympic Park
NRL's biggest rivalry returns to pit state against state and mate against mate.
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EventGlobal Wellness Day at Hepburn Bathhouse and Spa
Saturday, June 8, 2024
Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa, Hepburn Springs
Treat your mind, body and soul to a day of free wellness activities at the luxe bathhouse in June.
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EventKubrick: A Complete Retrospective
Thursday, April 18, 2024, Thursday, April 25, 2024, Thursday, May 2, 2024 and Thursday, May 9, 2024
Ritz Cinema, Randwick
This cinematic celebration of a movie master is screening all 13 of the filmmaker's features, starting with 'Fear and Desire' and ending with 'Eyes Wide Shut'.
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NewsFive Ways to Pamper Away the Winter Blues at Your Local Shopping Centre
From spa sessions to stylish looks, here are some solutions to lift your spirits this winter.
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NewsNow Open: UTURN Has Brought Its Pre-Loved Fashion to Bondi — and It's Doing a 'Choose What U Pay' Sale to Celebrate
The secondhand fashion chain has opened its seventh store at Bondi Junction, and to celebrate, you'll be able to grab designer pieces from $10 for one weekend.
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NewsSix Brands to Shop From If You're Looking to Add Eco-Consciousness to Your Home
These businesses are looking to bring a new level of sustainability to homes all over Australia.
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NewsLego's New 'Mona Lisa' Kit Will Let You Display Leonardo da Vinci's Masterpiece on Your Own Wall
After turning 'The Starry Night' and 'The Great Wave' into plastic bricks, Lego is now giving another iconic painting the same treatment.
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NewsWinter Wardrobe, Sorted: Aldi's Massive Snow Gear Sale Is Back for 2024 with Nothing Over $100
Making a beeline to the middle aisle to rug up has become an Aussie tradition, and this year's sale includes everything from gloves to thermoboots.
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NewsHere's the Plan for Powerhouse Ultimo's Redesign, Including Four Exhibition Halls and a 2000-Square-Metre Courtyard
The Boiler House, Turbine Hall, Switch House and Ultimo Post Office buildings will be transformed to create a quartet of flexible spaces that can host huge exhibitions.
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Twelve Films and TV Shows You Need to Stream This Month
Spend your couch time watching a documentary about Jim Henson, an Elisabeth Moss-led spy thriller and the new season of an Aussie rom-com sitcom.
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GuideNews You Can Use: Nine Things That Happened in Sydney This Week
Here's all of the restaurant openings, tour announcements and city news that caught our attention over the last seven days.
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Light Up Your Tastebuds: The Best Dining Experiences at Vivid 2024
Michelin-starred meals, First Nations flavours and flame-filled cooking demos are just the start of the must-taste culinary events of this year's fest.
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GuideThe Best Things to Do in Sydney This Weekend
Tuck into one tonne of cheese at Bon Fromage's 2024 run, celebrate all things beer at GABS or hit up a psychedelic, neon-lit drinking den pop-up.
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News You Can Use: Nine Things That Happened in Sydney This Week
Here's all of the restaurant openings, tour announcements and city news that caught our attention over the last seven days.
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The Best Things to Do in Sydney This Weekend
Tuck into one tonne of cheese at Bon Fromage's 2024 run, celebrate all things beer at GABS or hit up a psychedelic, neon-lit drinking den pop-up.
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NewsNow Open: Australia's First LyLo Has Brought Its Budget-Friendly Sleeping Pods to Brisbane's Former Limes Hotel
The hotel chain first launched in New Zealand — and now it has opened its first Aussie site, where you can stay in a private sleeping pod from $69 per night.
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NewsIt's Tillies Time: Here's When You Can Watch the Matildas Play Their Next Set of Friendlies Against China
Before Australia's national women's football team head to Paris to compete in the 2024 Olympics, the squad has two games on home soil.
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GuideThe Best Things to Do in Sydney This June
Here's your guide to filling this month in Sydney with all the best food, drink, films, live music, pop-ups and activations this wonderful city has to offer.
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GuideThe Best Things to Do in Sydney This Week
Explore an array of dazzling installations across Barangaroo’s Light Walk, head to Darling Quarter for a feel-good feast that gives back or hit up Sydney’s annual celebration of all things beer.
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RestaurantNour
490 Crown Street, Surry Hills
The contemporary Middle Eastern restaurant has recently been hatted, and is ideal for your next meal in Surry Hills.
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Eat at ROBs
621 Darling Street, Rozelle
Whether you're looking for a new go-to or are after a burger that'll curb the craving, you'll find what you're after at this Rozelle locale dedicated to hefty smash burgers.
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BarStitch Bar
61 York Street, Sydney
Don't be fooled — beyond the tailor's shop frontage is one of Sydney's coolest subterranean bars, serving classic cocktails and delicious dive dogs.
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RestaurantRagazzi Wine and Pasta
2-12 Angel Place, Sydney
A CBD wine and pasta bar from the Love, Tilly Devine crew.
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