The Melbourne venue will still bring back its Vincent van Gogh exhibition from Boxing Day into 2025, then say goodbye the following January.
The fest's lineup is also on the way, complete with a bigger Pitch One stage — and the ticket ballot is now open.
Whether you're vacationing or staycationing, this lineup of the best hotels in Melbourne will help you live your best life — fine restaurants, premium spas and pillow menus await.
The team behind Sydney stalwarts The Gidley and Bistecca will be delivering multiple venues at the plush hotel at the Surry Hills Village development.
The NGV's 2024 Architecture Commission 'Home Truth' is all about thinking about alternative ways of building houses in Australia.
For your next getaway around Australia, spend a weekend in a cabin floating on the ocean, a bubble in the mountains or a 100-year-old castle.
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NewsComing Soon: Bar Julius Is the Colourful Euro-Coded Bar and Diner at the New Luxe Boutique Stay The Eve
The team behind Sydney stalwarts The Gidley and Bistecca will be delivering multiple venues at the plush hotel at the Surry Hills Village development.
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GuideThe Best Indian Restaurants in Sydney
Explore menus with hundreds of regional dishes — or just order a butter chicken and be done with it at these brilliant Indian restaurants in Sydney.
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NewsRockpool Has Unveiled a New-Look Bar with an Affordable Late-Night Menu Starring Fancy Toasties and Empanadas
Move over Maccas: this new after-dark dining option is raising the bar with elevated burgers, hot chips with brisket gravy and more.
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NewsMaybe Group Has Unveiled a New Dream-Inspired Cocktail Menu at Dean & Nancy on 22 — Including the Bar's First Interactive Drink
Step into a dream and explore alternate realities with the latest clutch of creative mingles from Sydney's masters of creative cocktails.
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NewsThis Year's Eat Drink Design Awards Has Revealed the Nation's Most Beautiful Places to Dine, Sip and Stay
The winning designs showcase a range of interiors from the rustic and culturally rich to the modern and minimalist.
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GuideThe Best Mexican Restaurants in Sydney
Head to Sydney's top Mexican restaurants for seriously good tacos and tamales, rare mezcals and many, many margaritas.
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RestaurantMadam Ji
13 Burton Street, Darlinghurst
Classic dishes and boundary-pushing fusions are on the menu at a restaurant inspired by the "resilience and freedom" of women in Indian culture.
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RestaurantWinstons
162 Saint Johns Road, Glebe
Sydney's degustation doyen Nelly Robinson makes British food great at Australia's first true gastropub.
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RestaurantAlegre Bar and Dining
21 Lime Street, Sydney
Discover the tastes of Tulum by Darling Harbour at this stylish Mexican diner from a seasoned team of Latin-American chefs.
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RestaurantEla Ela
81 Sussex St, Sydney
Chef Peter Consistis' latest venture reimagines Greek cuisine with a modern twist at the former pub turned five-venue hospitality hub, The Bristol.
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RestaurantSpicetown Leichhardt
95 Norton Street, Leichhardt
More than 20 vendors are serving up international street eats at this vibrant food court in the Inner West.
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RestaurantRowlee Wines
19 Lake Canobolas Road, Nashdale
Experience the ultimate wine-lovers' escape at this winery outside Orange.
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BarFrankie Cadillac
87 Albion Street, Surry Hills
Surry Hills has a new "home of the negroni", where you can take an unconventional cocktail journey into a world of house-made vermouth.
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BarArcade Bar & Club
16-18 O'Connell Street, Sydney
A multi-venue hospitality hub set in one of Central Sydney's most stunning buildings.
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BarMidtown Bar and Lounge
81 Sussex Street, Sydney
This sultry drinking den with an opulent, art deco fitout has a cocktail list from an award-winning mixologist.
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NewsBlur on Film: How Toby L Made Both a Documentary and a Concert Movie About the Britpop Greats (and the First Band He Ever Saw Live)
Loving the Damon Albarn-fronted group as a kid in the 90s has turned out well for the Transgressive record label co-founder and filmmaker — and Australia's British Film Festival also benefits.
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NewsFarewell The Lume: Australia's Multi-Sensory Digital Art Gallery Is Closing Its Doors in 2026
The Melbourne venue will still bring back its Vincent van Gogh exhibition from Boxing Day into 2025, then say goodbye the following January.
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NewsDiaries Out, Tents Ready: Grampian Plains Festival Pitch Music & Arts Has Locked in Its 2025 Dates
The fest's lineup is also on the way, complete with a bigger Pitch One stage — and the ticket ballot is now open.
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NewsFinding Inspiration in Ridley Scott's Colosseum: Paul Mescal, Connie Nielsen and Fred Hechinger Chat 'Gladiator II'
"Basically I want to be like Ridley when I grow up. That’s the root of it for me," Mescal told us about working with the iconic filmmaker on this epic sequel.
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NewsNow Open: Brisbane's New 'Bluey's World' Experience Lets You Step Inside the Heeler Home for Real Life
This custom-built 4000-square-metre attraction recreates the show's famous sets in the perfect place for it.
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NewsYou Can Now Watch Season One of The Kates' Hilarious Morning TV Satire 'Get Krack!n' on YouTube
Still trying to fill the 'Deadloch'-shaped hole in your viewing until season two arrives? Whether or not you've seen this hit series before, it'll help.
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EventEurovision on Tour
Sun, 17 Nov, 2024
The Enmore, Newtown
Everyone's favourite Europop song contest is bringing its live concerts to Australia — and Sydney — for the first time ever.
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EventGarage Sale Trail
Multiple single dates
Various locations across Sydney
Save your life's clutter from landfill or land yourself some bargains — more than 14,000 sales pop up each year.
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EventKings Cross Weekend Markets
Multiple single dates
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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EventMessina SnackBar
Sun, 17 Nov, 2024
Gelato Messina Marrickville (HQ), Marrickville
This weekly pop-up is serving up gourmet gelato, natural wines and delicious savoury snacks every Sunday.
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EventMarrickville Organic Food and Farmers Market
Sun, 17 Nov, 2024
Addison Road Community Centre, Marrickville
This popular market has it all, from organic produce and yummy street eats to vintage fashions and pre-loved homewares.
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EventFive @ 5 at Franca
Wed, 14 Aug - Tue, 31 Dec 2024
Franca, Potts Point
To celebrate its five years of serving fine French fare, the upmarket brasserie is throwing one of the most generous happy hours in town.
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EventKitchen Table at Sailmaker
Thu, 31 Oct 2024 - Thu, 30 Jan 2025
Sailmaker Restaurant, Sydney
Calling all seafood lovers — this is the chef's table you shouldn't miss.
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EventAll-You-Can-Eat Charcoal Chicken
Sat, 13 Apr - Sun, 29 Dec 2024
Henrietta Charcoal Chicken, Surry Hills
Featuring hot chicks, crispy chips, creamy toum, fattoush salad, Henrietta’s signature hummus, and pickles.
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EventPOOL by PIER Bar
Fri, 1 Nov 2024 - Fri, 31 Jan 2025
Pier One Sydney Harbour, Walsh Bay
Lounge on the waters of Walsh Harbour with a summer cocktail in hand with the PIER Bar pop-up pool pontoon.
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EventJack Daniel's Triple Mash Medley Whiskey Tasting
Wed, 13 Nov, 2024
Dean & Nancy on 22, Sydney
Experience a world-first immersive whiskey tasting at the opulent Dean & Nancy on 22.
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EventThe Kid LAROI: 'The First Time' Tour
Sat, 16 Nov, 2024
CommBank Stadium, Parramatta
Catch the Aussie 'Stay' and 'Without You' talent's latest tour with Migos frontman Quavo and Sydney's own ONEFOUR in support.
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EventCarriageworks Farmers Market
Sat, 23 Nov, 2024
Carriageworks, Eveleigh
This weekly event is a Sydney institution showcasing the freshest seasonal produce from growers and producers from across NSW.
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EventMarkets at Glebe
Sat, 23 Nov, 2024
Glebe Public School, Glebe
Glebe's weekly go-to for pre-loved fashion, vinyl records and freshly made limeade.
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EventHeaps Gay 11th Birthday Party
Sat, 23 Nov, 2024
White Bay Power Station, Rozelle
Since its birth in 2013, Heaps Gay has created inclusive, safe, gloriously queer spaces for the LGBTQIA+ community. This year, the party is getting dialled up to 11.
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EventUNICEF Dusk to Dawn
Sat, 23 Nov, 2024
St Leonards Park, North Sydney
Join Sydney's newest (and biggest) night walk to raise money for a great cause.
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EventPaddo Night Out
Thu, 21 Nov, 2024
Paddington, Paddington
This community-focused event will save your wallet with a bunch of generous deals, specials and free events while supporting local hospitality businesses at the same time.
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EventSpilt Milk House Party
Sun, 24 Nov, 2024
Newcastle Entertainment Centre, Broadmeadow
Catch Troye Sivan, Glass Animals and G Flip when Spilt Milk's new House Party series hits Newcastle this spring.
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PromotionThe Balcony Garden Is Hosting a Huge Sale on Luxe Garden Pots This Month
19 Rodborough Road, Frenchs Forest
Been thinking about a jungly redesign? Now's your opportune moment.
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NewsA House-Within-a-House Labyrinth Has Popped Up in Melbourne to Get Everyone Thinking About Small-Scale Architecture
The NGV's 2024 Architecture Commission 'Home Truth' is all about thinking about alternative ways of building houses in Australia.
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NewsSun's Out, Guns Out: Ten Essential Goodies to Grab This Summer
There is nothing quite like an Aussie summer, and we're here to help make it even better.
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NewsGifting Made Simple: Ten Easy Presents You Can Buy Before the Christmas Rush
Amazon is here to help you avoid the chaos of last-minute shopping this silly season.
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NewsDIY Season: Ten Products That Can Help You Complete Any Summer Project in Record Time
Just some cool stuff for those who are officially in our DIY era.
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NewsThe Must-See Conference Events at SXSW Sydney 2024
We've searched this year's sprawling program to pick out the eight unmissable events to catch at this year's fest.
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GuideThe 14 Best Hotels In Melbourne
Whether you're vacationing or staycationing, this lineup of the best hotels in Melbourne will help you live your best life — fine restaurants, premium spas and pillow menus await.
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GuideThe Best Things to Do in Sydney This Weekend
Explore a festive Christmas market, catch the final Australian season of a musical blockbuster or grab a free cocktail at a top Sydney bar.
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NewsTen of the Best Airbnb Stays You Can Book Around Australia
For your next getaway around Australia, spend a weekend in a cabin floating on the ocean, a bubble in the mountains or a 100-year-old castle.
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The Best Indian Restaurants in Sydney
Explore menus with hundreds of regional dishes — or just order a butter chicken and be done with it at these brilliant Indian restaurants in Sydney.
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The 14 Best Hotels In Melbourne
Whether you're vacationing or staycationing, this lineup of the best hotels in Melbourne will help you live your best life — fine restaurants, premium spas and pillow menus await.
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The Best Things to Do in Sydney This Weekend
Explore a festive Christmas market, catch the final Australian season of a musical blockbuster or grab a free cocktail at a top Sydney bar.
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NewsFrom Hiking Trails to Biking Paths, Here's How to See Another Side of Singapore for Free
Immersing yourself in Singapore's natural beauty won't cost you a thing.
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Ten of the Best Airbnb Stays You Can Book Around Australia
For your next getaway around Australia, spend a weekend in a cabin floating on the ocean, a bubble in the mountains or a 100-year-old castle.
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NewsComing Soon: Mondrian Is Opening Its First Australian Hotel in Burleigh Heads on the Gold Coast in 2025
This Los Angeles-born chain's debut Aussie site will feature 208 hotel rooms — plus pools, restaurants, and both beach and hinterland views.
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NewsSixteen of the Best Private Accommodations You Can Book in Regional Victoria
Escape the city and head to the wilderness for a holiday in these private getaways scattered around regional Victoria.
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Winstons
162 Saint Johns Road, Glebe
Sydney's degustation doyen Nelly Robinson makes British food great at Australia's first true gastropub.
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BarThe Rooftop at The Bristol
81 Sussex Street, Sydney
A little slice of the Med has landed in the CBD at this sunny bar with no less than three sun-drenched al fresco terraces.
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BarThe Glenmore Hotel
96 Cumberland Street, The Rocks
This pub in The Rocks has a rooftop with one of the best views over the harbour.
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