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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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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Where You Can Watch This Year's Oscar Winners

Stay up to date on the best films of last year with our curated guide.

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The Best Hot Cross Buns in Sydney

Seek out these spiced, chocolatey, crunchy and surprisingly scrumptious Easter treats all over Sydney.

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This Just In: The Western Sydney Airport Metro Line Is Stuck in a $12 Billion Limbo

Seven months ahead of Sydney's new international airport opening, its only rail connection is nowhere near complete.

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This Just In: The International Is Joining Vivid Sydney With a Wine Party Co-Hosted by the P&V Wine + Liquor Team

30 plus winemakers from across New South Wales are gathering in Martin Place to celebrate the state's flavours during Vivid Sydney.

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This Just In: Jetstar Is Slinging One-Way Flights to Tasmania for as Little as $45 for the Next Week

Get southbound for less than the cost of a night out with this limited-time sale.

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This Just In: Australians and Kiwis are Officially the World's Longest Sleepers and Earliest Risers

Australians and New Zealanders are sleeping well and rising early — but this new report reveals we're still missing something.

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ICYMI: Paddo Inn Has Expanded Its Experiential Event Series Into Monthly 'Paddo Nights Inn'

Tarot, astrology, crime stories and more will now be a regular feature at Paddo Inn, following sold-out demands for the once infrequent events.

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This Just In: Vivid Sydney Has Revealed Its Luminous 2026 Program, With Returning Favourites and New Daytime Events to Come

Sydney's annual festival of light, culture, flavour, sound and creativity is breaking new ground in a day-and-night timetable.

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This Just In: Former Prime Ministers, Wikipedia Founders and Acclaimed Authors Aplenty Lead Sydney Writers' Festival's 2026 Program

The annual creative event takes aim at everything from AI and misinformation to democracy and the fundamentals of the human race with its 200-plus event program.

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News
This Just In: A Sydney Council Has Announced Plans to Scrap Free Parking in Seven Beloved Beaches

The millions of Sydneysiders who head to Randwick for its beaches will need to start paying for parking under this new proposal.

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This Just In: An Iconic Victorian Landmark Will Soon Be Locked Behind an Entry Fee

The Twelve Apostles will soon start charging visitors to support a new multi-million visitor centre.

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Suite Sessions at Crown Sydney Featuring Melanie C

Thu, 12 Mar, 2026
Crown Sydney, Barangaroo

Melanie C, aka Sporty Spice, opens Crown Sydney's 2026 suite sessions with an intimate gig inside Sydney's most expensive hotel room.

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This Just In: Bathers Pavilion Announces Four-Week Residency by Award-Winning Californian Restaurant SingleThread

One of the best restaurants in the world is calling Balmoral home for four weeks this winter.

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Suite Sessions at Crown Sydney Featuring Melanie C

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