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Melbourne's World-Famous Lune Croissanterie Is Opening Not One But Two Sydney Stores

Lune's croissants have been called "the finest you will find anywhere in the world" by The New York Times — and they're coming to Martin Place.

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The Finders Keepers Sydney/Eora Spring Summer Markets

Fri, 8 Dec - Sun, 10 Dec 2023
Hordern Pavilion, Moore Park

You'll find ceramics, picnic rugs, hot sauce, artworks, jewellery and cookbooks at Finders Keepers' pre-Christmas market.

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Sydney Vegan Market 2023

Mon, 18 Dec, 2023
Entertainment Quarter, Moore Park

The Sydney Vegan Market is back at the Entertainment Quarter for cruelty-free goods and a good time.

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The Glass Room

Fri, 9 Jun - Sun, 1 Oct 2023
Pier One Sydney Harbour, Walsh Bay

This luxurious private party room has popped up at Pier One for winter — with cocktails, wagyu sliders and a hot tub.

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$5 Burritos and Free Coffee at Guzman y Gomez Marrickville

Wed, 14 Jun, 2023
Guzman y Gomez - Marrickville, Marrickville

Guzman y Gomez is celebrating the opening of its Marrickville store with a full day of cheap burritos and free coffees.

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CP Picks: How to Have the Weirdest and Wildest Dark Mofo 2023 If You're a Last-Minute Planner

If ever there's an arts festival that's all about embracing the unexpected, revelling in the moment and making last-minute plans, it's this one.

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Messina Eats: Hoy Pinoy 2023

Fri, 23 Jun - Sat, 24 Jun 2023
Gelato Messina Marrickville (HQ), Marrickville

Filipino barbecue meets gelato sandwiches across two days at the new flagship Messina HQ.

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Sydney International Art Series: Louise Bourgeois

Sat, 25 Nov 2023 - Sun, 28 Apr 2024
Art Gallery of NSW, Sydney

Catch Louise Bourgeois' world-famous spider sculpture alongside more than 100 other pieces as part of the largest celebration of the artist to ever hit Australia.

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National Indigenous Art Fair 2023

Sat, 1 Jul - Sun, 2 Jul 2023
Overseas Passenger Terminal, The Rocks

This First Nations art market will arrive at The Rocks just in time for this year's NAIDOC Week.

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Aqua Rugby

Thu, 10 Nov, 2022
Manly Cove Beach, Manly

This isn't your average rugby match, there's a lot more splashing.

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Sydney Dog Lovers Festival 2023

Sat, 26 Aug - Sun, 27 Aug 2023
Sydney Showground, Sydney Olympic Park

Sydney's two-day dog expo is back — and so is its dedicated puppy patting zone.

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Bar
Kittyhawk

16 Phillip Lane, Sydney

Combining a French military aesthetic with an end of war party vibe and a bar stocked with over 900 spirits expect banging cocktails.

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News
Krispy Kreme Is Giving Away 100,000 Free Doughnuts for National Doughnut Day 2023

What's better than sweet glazed doughnuts? Free sweet glazed doughnuts.

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Event
Bondi Festival 2023

Fri, 30 Jun - Sun, 16 Jul 2023
Bondi Beach, Sydney

This 17-day festival at Australia's most famous beach features theatre shows, art, a ferris wheel and ice-skating rink.

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Guide
The Best Gigs, Parties, Pop-Ups and Light Installations You Can Catch at Vivid 2023 for Under $50

Here's how to get in on the Vivid action without breaking the bank.

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Event
RISING Melbourne 2023

Wed, 7 Jun - Sun, 18 Jun 2023
Various Melbourne locations, Melbourne

Brighten your winter with nearly two weeks of art, culture, music, performance and culinary goodness.

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News
Soho House Has Lodged Plans for Its First Ultra-Exclusive Australian Location in Sydney

Soho House looks set to bring a restaurant and bar, gym, cabaret facilities and a rooftop terrace and pool to a longstanding Darlinghurst building.

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News
Donut King Is Celebrating National Doughnut Day 2023 with Free Hot Cinnamon Doughnuts

Is this the most delicious day of the year? This doughnut chain certainly thinks so, with freebies available all day at all stores Australia-wide.

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News
Stay of the Week: Reef Resort Vava'u

Located in the pristine beauty of Tonga, this lush resort welcomes you to a tropical oasis — and will have you swimming with humpbacks.

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Restaurant
Métisse Restaurant

9 Roslyn Street, Potts Point

This Potts Point luxury fine-diner presents food as high art, combined with technique and — critically — delicious food.

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