The Ten Best Events at Vivid Ideas 2012

Dedicated to connecting industry with emerging talent and global leaders in over 100 events, this year will see events focused on discussion and creative collaboration.

Win Tickets to the First Ever ARTBAR at the MCA

Art, DJs, karaoke, and priceless views of Vivid's opening night - that's MCA's first ARTBAR for you.

Win Tickets to the Opening Night of the Human Rights Arts and Film Festival

Concrete Playground has five double passes to give away for the film Buffalo Girls.

Reviving Dead Words with Beautiful Typography

A blog called The Dead Words is using thematically appropriate typography to breathe new life into, well, dead words.

The Ten Best Made-For-TV Bands

To celebrate the Conchords' tour, here are ten made-for-TV bands that have rocked the tube in decades gone by.

Win a Brad Robson Mural on Your Wall

Muralist Brad Robson wants to paint your wall.

The Best Women’s Fashion Boutiques in Sydney

Concrete Playground's picks of the best women's fashion stores, and where to find them.

Dreamlike Places That Actually Exist

Ranging from popular tourist destinations to awe-inspiring sights, these are places to add to the bucket list of amazing ones to visit before you kick it.

The Complete Guide to Finding Sydney’s Cheap Theatre Seats

Here's a guide of when and where to go to get some culture into your life, without having to eat noodles for the remainder of the week.

Are Sydney’s Bikeways on the Right Path?

Independent studies show that the number of bike trips in Sydney over the past two years has increased by an impressive 82%.

This American Life comes to Australian cinemas

With a weekly listenership of 1.7 million and a strong following since 1995, This American Life is due to make its debut in Australian cinemas.

Ten Musicians You Should be Following on Instagram

Ten Instagram accounts that give you a look inside the intoxicating life of a modern muso.

Coldplay Announce Australasian Tour

After promising a return to Australian shores earlier this year, Coldplay have announced the details of their November tour.

Win Tickets to see Bel Ami

We have five double passes to see Bel Ami, the adaptation of the famously salacious 19th century novel.

The Ten Best Things to See at the Sydney Film Festival

The annual Sydney Film Festival carves a cinema-going strip out of the city and makes us excited about seeing more than just the latest blockbusters.

Five Emerging Australian Fashion Designers You Need to Know

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Australia wrapped up last Friday after showcasing the best of local fashion design against the backdrop of Sydney Harbour.

The Buzz on Urban Beekeeping

Urban beekeepers in Australia are on the increase, with more and more people besotted by an unusual new love affair with backyard native beekeeping.

The Best Apps for Discovering New Music

Eight cool music discovery apps you can access right now.

Win Tickets to 7 Kinds of Happiness

Seven seminars with major industry heavyweights explore how happiness impacts the practice of leading local and international designers.

A Glamping Guide for Music Festivals

Gear up for all of winter's festivals with 10 glamping necessities.

Interview: Chip Rolley

The Sydney Writers' Festival artistic director speaks with Concrete Playground about the issues of private versus public.

Win Tickets to the Caravan of Courage Pop-Up Wine Bar

Have drinks with a travelling group of six Hunter Valley winemakers.

Splendour in the Grass Sydney Sideshows Announced

Missed out on Splendour in the Grass tickets? No doubt you'll be excited to hear this latest announcement about sideshow gigs in Sydney.

Five of the Funniest YouTube Sketch Comedies

Get straight to the good stuff with CP's list of the top five sketch comedy YouTube channels.

Five Essential Bands to see at Splendour in the Grass 2012

Win a Double Pass to Autumn Music 2012

Enter to win one of three double passes to the Seasoned Music: Autumn 2012 event.

The Very Best of Sydney in 2013

Concrete Playground's shortlist of the best places, experiences and events in this fine city.

The Avalanches Release a New Mixtape, Maybe

This past weekend, the Australian band tweeted a mysterious message to fans, with a link to a mix titled 'A Sleepy Bedtime Mix for Young Ones'.

The Ten Best Wine Bars In Sydney

Concrete Playground's guide to the best places to grab a glass of wine in this fine city.

Win Season One of Call Me Fitz on DVD

After years of womanising and substance abusing, Fitz is on the hunt for his long-lost conscience.

Win a Double Pass to see The Dictator

Sacha Baron Cohen's newest creation is on a mission to safeguard his beloved (oppressed) nation from the clutches of democracy.

India’s ‘Hugging Saint’ Visits Australia

'Amma' drew thousands last week during her Australian stop on her humanitarian hug campaign.

The Concrete Playground Hot List

The very best of what's happening in Sydney this week.

Tourists Steal a Penguin From Sea World Australia

In a hazy, bizarre night, three allegedly intoxicated tourists broke into Sea World Australia, leaving with fairy penguin Dirk.

Just The Wax Ma’am: Madame Tussauds Arrives in Sydney

Sing with Gaga, dance with MJ, give Monroe a kiss and have it out with the PM as Madame Tussauds' eerily lifelike statues arrive at Darling Harbour.

The Ten Best Things to do this ANZAC Day

From dawn 'til dusk and beyond, get in on ANZAC Day two-up, biscuits, comedy, ghetto handball and booze.

The Shins Announce Australian Tour

Currently touring the US, The Shins will be at Splendour In The Grass as well as headlining a Sydney gig at the Hordern Pavilion.

Win a Double Pass to see Comedian Jim Breuer

Jim Breuer's Australian tour is set to be a knee-slapping good time.

The Search for Miss Burlesque Australia

State finalists are set to shimmy their way to the top in Miss Burlesque Australia 2012 Competition.

Turn Your GPS Bicycle Routes Into Artworks

Michael J. Wallace has found a neat way of combining both of these talents, all while getting the daily dose of fresh air and outdoor exercise that we so dearly need.

Jack White’s Solo Debut to be Live-Streamed via YouTube

Following the release of his first solo album, Jack White joins forces with director Gary Oldman in a live-streamed NY concert.

Aussie Songs that have Topped the US Billboard Charts

In honour of Gotye's US success, we take a look at all of the Aussie anthems to have commanded the top spot on the Billboard charts.