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News
Rydges Melbourne Is Getting a Huge Makeover Complete with Refreshed Rooms and a New Rooftop Terrace
Relaunching this autumn, the new-look hotel will feature 370 rooms and apartments, plus a hefty collection of event spaces.
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Event
So Pop 2023
Thursday, February 16, 2023
Big Top Sydney, Luna Park, Milsons Point
Vengaboys, Whigfield, Alice DJ and N-Trance are coming to Sydney for a huge throwback pop tour.
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News
Hilltop Hoods, Mashd N Kutcher and Sampa the Great Will Headline Ability Fest's Hefty 2023 Program
Also hitting Birrarung Marr for Dylan Alcott's fully accessible music festival: Paris, Meg Mac, DZ Deathrays and more.
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News
Ugly Vodka Is the Innovative New Booze Brand Turning Imperfect Apples Into a Sustainable Sip
This nifty new drink hails from the minds at 80proof Liquor and music festival crew Untitled Group.
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News
The Yarra Valley's Levantine Hill Estate Is Getting a New $20-Million Fender Katsalidis-Designed Hotel
The boutique accomodation will feature 33 rooms decked out with private spas and fully stocked wine fridges.
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News
Raise a Glass: Melbourne Was Just Named One of the Five Best Drinking Cities in the World
According to drinks publication 'Punch', the Victorian capital is among the world's most travel-worthy drinking destinations for 2023.
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Event
The Picture of Dorian Gray — Sydney Theatre Company
Friday, February 3 - Saturday, February 18, 2023
Roslyn Packer Theatre, Walsh Bay
Sydney Theatre Company's smash-hit production of the Oscar Wilde novel is a groundbreaking one: a one-person show with one brilliant actor playing all 26 characters.
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Event
IKEA Lunar New Year Dining Experience
Thursday, January 19 - Friday, January 20, 2023
Various Sydney venues, Sydney
Ever wanted to celebrate Lunar New Year in a Swedish furniture store? Here’s your chance.
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News
Black Star Is Spreading Good Fortune with Its Limited-Edition Lunar New Year Rabbit Cookies
The buttery shortbreads are topped with a layer of white chocolate then finished with a coconut crumb, mimicking a fluffy bunny facade.
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Event
Sip & Savour Albury
Saturday, February 4 - Sunday, February 5, 2023
QEII Square Albury, Albury
Head to the border for a weekend of regional eats and drinks — paired with live tunes from Kate Miller-Heidke, Josh Pyke and Lisa Mitchell.
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News
Game, Set, Feast: Here's Which Chefs and Restaurants Are Popping Up at the 2023 Australian Open
Come for the tennis, stay for top-notch eats by Supernormal, Stokehouse, Nomad and more.
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Event
Mopoke
Saturday, February 4 - Sunday, February 5, 2023
Macquarie Street, Sydney
This free 24-hour arts and cultural festival is taking over Macquarie Street.
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Mopoke Is the New Overnight Arts and Culture Fest Illuminating Macquarie Street This Summer
A non-stop 24-hour fiesta featuring art, performances, pop-up bars, tunes, magic shows and more.
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United Airlines Has Launched New Direct USA Flights — and Upped Frequency on Lots of Existing Routes
The airline will soon be flying more than 40 direct US flights from Australia each week, departing Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane.
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Vanessa Amorosi and Benee Will Headline the Inaugural, Music-Filled AO Finals Festival
They'll join Flight Facilities, Thelma Plum, Montaigne and more for a musical grand slam at the 2023 Australian Open.
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Coming Soon: The Ritz-Carlton Is Opening a Luxe 80-Storey Hotel in Melbourne's CBD
On track to open in March 2023, the towering hotel will boast a sky-high pool, 257 rooms, and a culinary offering led by Michael Greenlaw and Mark Best.
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Melbourne Is Now Home to a Colourful Mini Parthenon Replica Called 'Temple of Boom'
Add a visit to the NGV to your next Melbourne trip — the structure will be adorned with continually changing murals by local artists, and play host to a program of gigs and events.
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Merivale's Italian Diner Totti's Will Open Its First Victorian Outpost in the Lorne Hotel This Summer
Come February, the long-standing Great Ocean Road pub will play host to Australia's fifth Totti's venue — and the first-ever outside of New South Wales.
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Black Star Has Created a Limited-Edition Festive Cake If You Fancy a Sweet White Christmas
Impress your Christmas crew with this snow-dusted vision of cherries, elderflower and white chocolate.
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Australia's Most Stunning New Venues Have Been Named in the 2022 Eat Drink Design Awards
A tiny music-listening bar, a sleek laneway restaurant and an airport cafe are among the country's most stylish new hospitality venues.
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