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Now Open: Kirra Point Holiday Apartments Is Your Sleek New Gold Coast Place to Stay with Stunning Beach Views

This coastal precinct has already scored a pub, and an oceanfront dining and drinking spot with cabanas — and now it boasts accommodation, too.

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Concrete Playground Has Submitted Two Panels for SXSW Sydney 2024 — and You Can Help Make Them Happen

We're keen to dive into the state of socialising and hospitality at this year's SXSW Sydney, and back up our 2023 panel on youth, information and the digital age — and we need your votes.

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UpTown Is the New Sydney Precinct That's Been Established Behind Circular Quay to Help Revitalise CBD Life

The part of town in the CBD's north now has a new name as part of a $38-billion renewal, which is transforming the area into a thriving cultural hub.

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Now Open: Fabbrica Pasta Bar Has Returned with an 80-Seater Venue in A Tavola's Old Darlinghurst Digs

The new Fabbrica Pasta Bar maintains its famed pasta, top tipples and elegant charm, while also carrying on its predecessor's legacy.

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Australia's Biggest-Ever Yayoi Kusama Retrospective Is Coming to the NGV with a Brand-New Infinity Mirror Room

Summer 2024–25 in Melbourne means dots, pumpkins, a world-premiere mirror room and 180-plus Yayoi Kusama works.

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'Parrtjima — A Festival in Light' Is Back in the Red Centre for 2024 — and This Is What It Looks Like

If you haven't already put this dazzling First Nations festival in the Northern Territory on your must-attend list, this is what you're missing out on.

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Now Open: Fabbrica Pasta Bar Has Returned with an 80-Seater Venue in A Tavola's Old Darlinghurst Digs

The new Fabbrica Pasta Bar maintains its famed pasta, top tipples and elegant charm, while also carrying on its predecessor's legacy.

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How to Spend a Charming Day and Night in the Inner West Pockets of Balmain and Rozelle

Discover the harbourside suburbs that are bursting with lush parks, tasty pints and delicious eats.

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Now Open: Hunters Hill Has Scored a New Wine Boutique Courtesy of an ex-Merivale Master Sommelier

The North Shore's surging drinking and dining scene has a new addition in the form of the Hunters Hill Wine Room from a master sommelier.

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Now Open: Pont Dining Room Is Intercontinental Sydney's Love Letter to Australia's Diverse Palate

The five-star hotel's refreshed eatery embraces Australia's culinary diversity with a menu that heroes quintessentially Sydney dishes.

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Guide
A Day and Night Guide to Paddington

From fine art and fancy dinners to sublime pub feeds and twilight bevvies, Paddington's still got it going on.

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Arnott's Is Making Its 2023 April Fool's Joke a Reality by Releasing Jatz-Inspired Tim Tams

Can't choose between crackers and chocolate biscuits? Soon, you won't have to (although these new Tim Tams don't actually include any Jatz).

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Latest Openings

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Izgara

215 Clarence Street, Sydney

Lively wine bar energy meats elevated Turkish street eats at this CBD eatery for post-work dates or a lively gathering with your crew.
Restaurant
De Vine Food & Wine

32 Market Street, Sydney

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Restaurant
Splash Coffee

2A Station Street, Petersham

The Soulmate team has reinvented the pool canteen with this nostalgic cafe right by Petersham Park and the Fanny Durack Aquatic Centre.
Restaurant
Tanuki

37 Bay Street, Double Bay

The Matteo team's Japanese restaurant and sake bar delivers a multi-facetted spot for fun group dining and al fresco hangs.
Restaurant
King Clarence

171 Clarence Street, Sydney

Acclaimed chef Khanh Nguyen leads the impressive Clarence Street restaurant serving up fish finger bao and whole grilled lobster.
Restaurant
Meribella

Pine Tree Lane, Terrigal

This sun-soaked Terrigal restaurant boasts spectacular oceanfront views and a Head Chef with Michelin star cred.
Bar
The Lodge Bar

415 Darling Street, Balmain

Check in at one of Balmain's longest-standing cocktail and wine bars.
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The Royal Oak

36 College Street, Balmain

Check in at one of Balmain's longest-standing pubs.
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Randy's Wine

50 Old Barrenjoey Road, Avalon Beach

This sandwich spot turned wine bar from the crew behind Bar Elvina is dedicated to interesting vino and snacky plates to pair — plus, there's still a few top sambos.
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Mister Percy

139 Murray Street, Pyrmont

An intimate inner city wine bar with a killer drinks list hidden in a former wool store.

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Bar
Centro 86

88 Pitt Street, Sydney

Head down a hidden fire escape to discover the Cantina OK! team's most ambitious bar to-date.
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Pleasure Club

6 Wilson Street, Newtown

Pleasure Club is the Odd Culture Group's hedonistic underground live music and cocktail bar, open until 4am below King Street.

News
'Dune: Part Two' Has Been Fast-Tracked to Digital While It's Still Unleashing Sandworms in Cinemas

Journey to Arrakis from your couch with Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya and Austin Butler — and oh-so-much sand.

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Concrete Playground Has Submitted Two Panels for SXSW Sydney 2024 — and You Can Help Make Them Happen

We're keen to dive into the state of socialising and hospitality at this year's SXSW Sydney, and back up our 2023 panel on youth, information and the digital age — and we need your votes.

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'The Woman in Black' Is Bringing Its Spooky Onstage Ghost Story (and Its 2024 Australian Season) to Sydney

Catch Australian actors John Waters and Daniel MacPherson take on the page-to-stage adaption at Theatre Royale Sydney this winter.

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Three Exclusive Travel Packages to Book If You Want to Experience the Best of Melbourne's RISING Festival

We've teamed up with RISING to create these one-of-a-kind travel packages to Melbourne's epic winter festival.

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News
Australia's Biggest-Ever Yayoi Kusama Retrospective Is Coming to the NGV with a Brand-New Infinity Mirror Room

Summer 2024–25 in Melbourne means dots, pumpkins, a world-premiere mirror room and 180-plus Yayoi Kusama works.

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'Parrtjima — A Festival in Light' Is Back in the Red Centre for 2024 — and This Is What It Looks Like

If you haven't already put this dazzling First Nations festival in the Northern Territory on your must-attend list, this is what you're missing out on.

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Ben & Jerry's Free Cone Day

Tuesday, April 16, 2024
Various Sydney venues, Sydney

Calling all dessert fiends: the ice cream brand is handing out free scoops at almost all of its stores for one day only.
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$2 Tacos

Tuesday, April 16, 2024
El Camino Cantina The Rocks and Manly, Manly

Sydney's Tex-Mex bars are slinging cheap tacos one night a week.

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Fairy Tales

Saturday, December 2, 2023 - Sunday, April 28, 2024
GOMA, South Brisbane

Wander through a twisted woodland, see David Bowie's 'Labyrinth' costume, and enjoy Yayoi Kusama and Patricia Piccinini's magical work at GOMA's blockbuster fairy tales exhibition.

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Ramses & the Gold of the Pharaohs

Saturday, November 18, 2023 - Sunday, May 19, 2024
Australian Museum, Darlinghurst

Explore the life of one of Egypt's longest reigning rulers at this exhibition exclusive to the Australian Museum.

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West Side Story — Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour

Friday, March 22 - Sunday, April 21, 2024
Mrs Macquarie's Point, Sydney

Opera Australia's take on this star-crossed love story is heading back to Sydney Harbour's stunning floating stage.

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'Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban™' Live in Concert

Wednesday, April 17 - Saturday, April 20, 2024
Concert Hall, Sydney Opera House, Sydney

Lumos! The third instalment of the beloved franchise is returning for another live concert with the Sydney Symphony Orchestra.

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Antique and Collectors Fair

Sunday, June 16, 2024, Sunday, August 18, 2024 and Sunday, October 20, 2024
Wentworth Park Greyhounds, Glebe

Check out this collectors market for a unique find.

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Kubrick: A Complete Retrospective

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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Outdoor Movie Nights — 'Lilo & Stitch'

Friday, April 12, 2024, Saturday, April 13, 2024, Friday, April 19, 2024 and Saturday, April 20, 2024
Various locations around the Central Coast

One of Disney's all-time greats is touring the parks of the Central Coast with four outdoor screenings this April.

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Markets at Glebe

Saturday, April 20, 2024
Glebe Public School, Glebe

Glebe's weekly go-to for pre-loved fashion, vinyl records and freshly made limeade.
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Kings 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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Green Square Markets

Saturday, April 20, 2024
Green Square Library, Zetland

Fresh produce, baked goods and artisan delights are coming to Green Square every Saturday.
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Pandemonium Rocks

Thursday, April 25, 2024
Cathy Freeman Park, Sydney Olympic Park

This eclectic new music festival is hitting Sydney with Blondie and Alice Cooper headlining.

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Chic Digs Alert: The Australian Interior Design Awards Have Unveiled 2024's Shortlisted Bars, Restaurants and Homes

If you're looking for stunning hospitality, residential, workplace, retail and public settings around Australia, here's where you'll find them.

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Kmart Has Teamed Up with Dharug and Darkinjung Artist Kyralee Shields on a New Homewares Range

The latest collection in the department store's First Nations program includes bedding, candles, servingware, candles, wall art and more.

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ALDI Is Launching Its First-Ever Streetwear Collection — and Everything Costs Less Than $20

You can literally wear your love for the discount supermarket on your sleeves (and legs, feet and head) thanks to this 23-item range.

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A Neighbourhood Guide to Avalon with Claire Perini, Owner of the Suburb's Most Gorgeous Design Store

The owner of Composition design studio shares her favourite spots to dine, drink, shop and experience nature in Avalon Beach.

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The Latest Homewares in IKEA's 80th-Anniversary Range Will Fill Your House with Flower Power

Autumn might have arrived Down Under, but the Swedish retailer is slinging bright colours, bold designs and retro florals in the latest drop in its 80th-birthday collection.

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Western Australia Just Became the First State to Ban Single-Use Non-Compostable Coffee Cups

Lids must be entirely plastic-free, too, in a move that aims to save more than 154-million cups from landfill each year.

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Now Open: Kirra Point Holiday Apartments Is Your Sleek New Gold Coast Place to Stay with Stunning Beach Views

This coastal precinct has already scored a pub, and an oceanfront dining and drinking spot with cabanas — and now it boasts accommodation, too.

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UpTown Is the New Sydney Precinct That's Been Established Behind Circular Quay to Help Revitalise CBD Life

The part of town in the CBD's north now has a new name as part of a $38-billion renewal, which is transforming the area into a thriving cultural hub.

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Coastal Culture: Hit These Central Coast Events For a Weekend Adventure This April

Bookmark these family-friendly events for any upcoming trips up north.

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Sun, Sea and Sand Adventures: Three Must-Do Adventures in Beautiful Los Cabos

Make your trip to Mexico truly memorable and swap the Cancun craziness for the slower, more luxurious destination on the sparkling Pacific.

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Acclaimed Spanish Restaurant-Turned-Museum El Bulli Is Becoming an Airbnb for One Night Only

Famous chef Ferran Adrià is opening up the unique spot with Mediterranean sea views for two people, and for free — but you do have to make your own way there.

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Tots in Tokyo: How to Navigate the Japanese Capital with the Whole Family

The Japanese capital is a fantastic travel destination, but there are some things to consider when travelling with the fam.

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