Concrete Playground, Author at Concrete Playground

News
Buzzy Bars, Bungee Jumps and Deep Sleep Therapy: Auckland Adventures By Mood

Auckland has quietly reinvented itself — your idyllic itinerary awaits.

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Event
'Cerith Wyn Evans .... in light of the visible' at MCA Australia

Tue, 10 Jun - Sun, 19 Oct 2025
MCA, Sydney

This large-scale exhibition of light, sound and sculpture at MCA Australia is one of the most talked-about art events this season.

Buy Tickets

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Event
Rice, Stirred & Served: A Dining Experience by Prefecture 48 & Haku Vodka

Tue, 3 Jun and Thu, 3 Jul 2025
Prefecture 48, Sydney

An exclusive dinner designed for those who appreciate Japanese craftsmanship—right in the heart of the city.

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News
Nocturne at Pier Pavilion Is Bringing Dreamy Live Instrumentals to Barangaroo This Winter

This stunning new open-air venue in Barangaroo is hosting a month-long free music series, transforming the space into a moody, sonic wonderland by night.

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Guide
Where to Find the Best Steak in Sydney

From dry-aged cuts to highly marbled wagyu — we've got no beef with this list of the best places to slice into a juicy, perfectly seared and expertly rested steak.

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News
Where To Eat, Play And Stay During Vivid Sydney

Fiery kitchens and underground gigs—the city comes alive during Vivid Sydney.

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News
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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Event
Beaker Street Festival

Tue, 12 Aug - Tue, 19 Aug 2025
Various locations across Hobart

Beaker Street Festival is back with a week of wild talks, weird science and after-dark art. Here’s why it’s worth the trip to Tassie.

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News
Five Tips to Turn an EV Road Trip Into Something a Bit More Special

Why should the good times only start when you reach your destination? Save these tips to make your journey as luxurious as your stay in NSW.

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Event
Winter Shopping Spree at Stockland Merrylands

Sat, 31 May - Sun, 1 Jun 2025
Stockland Merrylands Shopping Centre, Merrylands

Winter is here and so is your chance to win $1000 to shop for a whole new look.

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Event
Winter Giveaway at Stockland Wetherill Park

Sat, 14 Jun - Sun, 15 Jun 2025
Stockland Wetherill Park Shopping Centre, Wetherill Park

Enter for your chance to win big when you shop new-season fashion and beauty.

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News
Take Your Tastebuds on a Tour of South Italy at This New Elizabeth Bay Osteria

We spoke to the talents behind the tastes of this Elizabeth Bay Italian gem.

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News
From Ziplining to a Cellar Door to Dua Lipa's Go-To Underground Listening Bar, Is Auckland New Zealand's New Cultural Capital?

Think you know Auckland? Think again. The city is emanating a new urban energy—and now’s the perfect time to get reacquainted.

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News
After-Hours Gallery Visits, French Dining and Garden Illuminations: Your Guide to the Ultimate Melbourne Culture Fix

Plan your perfect winter weekend in Melbourne around one of this year’s most exciting exhibitions.

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Introducing We Three: The Marrickville Bar That Combines Late Night Dining and $8 Happy hours in a Dog-Friendly Space for All Diners

What's more Marrickville than affordable wine and a bar open to humans and dogs alike?

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Go on Country with Bangarra Dance Theatre, Without Leaving Your Home City

The performing arts company’s latest production, 'Illume', opens the door to Bard-Bardi Jawi culture and storytelling on stages across Australia.

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Melbourne, Melbourne, Melbourne: Your Guide to Exploring the City While in Town for Beetlejuice the Musical

From rooftop drinks to late-night lasagne, here's how to have a wicked time exploring Melbourne.

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Step Inside the Sydney Opera House for Two Weeks of Unforgettable Performances at Vivid LIVE 2025

From blistering hip-hop to subterranean late-night raves in the Studio — with plenty of top-notch food and drink to enjoy along the way — here are the best performances to catch at the Sydney Opera House during Vivid LIVE 2025.

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Omega Ensemble: 'Distant World' Tour

Sat, 17 May, 2025
ACO On The Pier, Dawes Point

What does the world sound like when you stop to really listen?

Buy Tickets

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The Frida Kahlo Exhibition is Now Showing at Bendigo Art Gallery – Here's Where to Eat, Drink and Stay While You Take a Trip Out of Town

Here’s how to spend a culture-packed weekend in Bendigo that Frida Kahlo would approve of.

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