Alec Jones

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: Sydney and Melbourne Housing Markets Are In Their First Downturn Since 2020

While rental costs climb, property prices are beginning to ease for the first time since the pandemic.

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Pyrmont Festival

Sat, 23 May - Sun, 24 May 2026
Pirrama Park, Pyrmont

The annual event returns, and it's once again bigger than ever, welcoming flavours and makers from all over NSW to Pirrama Park alongside games and entertainment.

Book Now

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'La La Land' Is Celebrating Its Tenth Anniversary With an In-Concert Tour That's Coming to Australia

Great news for the fools who dream, you'd better find your someone in the crowd to experience the city of stars like never before.

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Sydney Opera House Cinema

Wed, 29 Apr - Sun, 3 May 2026
Playhouse, Sydney

End your April with an eclectic program of weird and wonderful international films from the 80s, 90s and early 2000s.

Buy Tickets

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This Just In: Forecasts Are Pointing to a Possible "Super El Niño" In 2026 — Here's How That Could Affect You

As the regular weather cycle shifts into the dry phase, experts are warning that the next few months could be some of the driest on record.

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This Just In: Sydney's Eastern and Northern Suburbs are Bleeding Residents While Affordability Gives Western Sydney a Growth Spurt

Though the harbour city keeps growing, population data hints that its future may lay away from the shoreline.

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This Just In: One in Five Aussies Have Started Shared Living Situations to Save During the Cost of Living Crisis

A new study of Australian saving tactics has revealed that sharehouses are the solution for millions.

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The Best Independent and Pre-Loved Bookshops in Sydney

Visit these Sydney bookshops when you're looking for a literary wonderland or your next page-turning escape from the ordinary.

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This Just In: Over a Dozen NSW Pubs and Clubs Lodge Plans to Develop High-Density Housing on Hospitality Sites

The hospitality industry is turning to the NSW Government to develop housing on historic and heritage venues.

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The First Crewed Moon Mission in Over 50 Years Launches Tomorrow Morning and Barely Anyone Seems to be Talking About It

Take a break from worrying about the world to wonder at those who are leaving it for the first time in decades.

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This Just In: Fair Work Commission Scraps Junior Pay Rates for Young Adults in Australia

A landmark decision will see hundreds of thousands of Aussies get an overdue pay rise.

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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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This Just In: City of Sydney Announces Upgrades for Nightlife Districts and Special Entertainment Precincts

Sydney's late-night recovery is getting a major boost, with Special Entertainment Precinct upgrades proposed that will boost thousands of venues.

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Heaps Normal Is Pouring Thousands of Free Schooners Nationwide This Friday to Celebrate Its New Draught Brew

The leading non-alcoholic brewery has broken new ground with its latest brew, and you can try it for free in a nationwide Friday happy hour.

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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: NSW Government to Split Almost $3 Million in Grant Funding Between NSW Venues to Support Smaller Gig Spaces

The multi-million funds injection is being split among 30+ venues in suburbs from Albury all the way to Byron Bay.

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This Just In: Josh and Julie Niland Are Celebrating Ten Years of Saint Peter by Collaborating With the World's Best Chefs

Australia's top seafood chef is welcoming talents from the world's best kitchens to exclusive dinners at his Paddington restaurant.

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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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This Just In: Australian Funk Icons The Cat Empire Announce Another Sydney Opera House Stint With the Sydney Symphony Orchestra

Say 'Hello' when The Cat Empire reunites with Sydney's best orchestra later this year.

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Heritage Multi-Level Eatery Shell House Is Hosting Two Seafood-Centric Events During Vivid Sydney 2026

Tuck into the freshest bounty of the sea under the guidance of the experts during Vivid Sydney.

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