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NewsIt's Official: Powerhouse Ultimo's Multimillion-Dollar Redesign Has Been Granted Approval
If you have thoughts on the design, you can submit feedback until Friday, March 10.
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NewsHommey Has Launched Its First-Ever Pet Bed, Pillow and Blanket Collection — and It's Barking Adorable
Treat your furry friends to soft memory-foam mattresses, bone-shaped pillows and cosy faux-fur blankets.
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NewsSemi Permanent Will Return to Sydney for Vivid 2023 with a Stacked Creativity and Design Program
This year's speakers include academic and disability activist Sinéad Burke, filmmaker and architect Liam Young, and Iranian American designer FISK founder Bijan Berahim.
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NewsIKEA and Marimekko Have Teamed Up on the Sauna-Inspired Homewares Range of Your Dreams
The Swedish furniture retailer and Finnish design house are taking their cues from Nordic nature, sauna culture and self-care rituals on this 26-product collection.
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NewsAustralia's New $5 Notes Will Replace the Queen with a Tribute to Indigenous Culture and History
One side of the $5 note will still feature the Australian Parliament, but the other is getting a makeover to celebrate First Australians.
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NewsKmart Has Just Unveiled All the Colourful and Cosy New Homewares You'll Want to Nab Before They Go Viral
The department store's latest drop goes heavy on colourful hues, natural materials and vintage vibes.
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GuideSydney Florists That'll Create a Beautiful Bouquet for When You Want to Make a Grand Gesture
You can rely on these locals to deliver the petalled goods.
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GuideWhere to Shop like a Local In and Around Sydney CBD for 2024
You'll find heaps of beloved small businesses in the Strand Arcade, Barangaroo and The Rocks.
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GuideThe Best Places to Buy and Order Plants in Sydney for 2024
There's a whole world of plants out there — here's where to find them.
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GuideSeven Vivid Sydney Highlights You Need to Add to Your Winter Calendar
With pop-up cabaret bars, thought-provoking conversations and free live music, the 2022 run of Vivid Sydney is set to shine bright.
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GuideTen Hairdressers, Tattoo Parlours and Spas to Visit in the Inner West for Your Next Pamper Session
Glam up and bliss out at these relaxation palaces.
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NewsEight Stunning Locally Made Jigsaw Puzzles for When Boredom Strikes (Again)
Got too much time to kill? Instead of flicking on the TV, give these beautiful, brain-tickling gems a go.
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GuideThe Best New Sydney Spaces of 2021
These are the most stunning buildings and venues to join Sydney's streets this year.
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GuideNine Inner West Shops to Visit If You Want to Support Local Artists and Producers
Handmade chocolates, natty wines, original art and more dazzling goodies.
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NewsAll the Best Australian-Made Picnic Gear for Your Next Park Session
Keep your drinks cool and your shopping local when you plan your next picnic outing.
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GuideSeven Must-Have Homeware Items That'll Make Your Rental Apartment Feel More Like Home
Just because you don't own the walls doesn't mean you can't accessorize them.
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NewsLego's New Gorgeous Floral Kits Will Let You Fill Your Home with Wildflowers That'll Never Wilt
These colourful floral arrangements don't have a scent, but the build-your-own Lego flowers will never die.
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NewsViva Magenta Is Pantone's "Powerful and Empowering" Colour of the Year for 2023
"Viva Magenta is brave and fearless, and a pulsating colour whose exuberance promotes a joyous and optimistic celebration, writing a new narrative."
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NewsLego's Stunning New 'Great Wave' Set Will Let You Recreate Hokusai's Masterpiece at Home
Hang an iconic Japanese artwork on your wall — made out of plastic bricks.
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FeatureThe Gift Shop
Left your festive shopping till the last minute? We've done your legwork and curated six stand-out gift guides that will get you sorted no matter who you're buying for.
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NewsThe Multimillion-Dollar Design for the Revamped Powerhouse Museum Ultimo Has Been Revealed
An Australian team was unanimously selected to design the museum's massive transformation.
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NewsNow Open: A Blockbuster Alexander McQueen Exhibition Featuring 120-Plus Garments Has Arrived in Australia
Now on display at the NGV, this spectacular fashion showcase explores the late, great designer's work and influences.
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NewsArtist-Designed Homewares, Coffee-Table Books and a Whole Year of Art: the Ultimate Gift Guide for MCA Fans
Unique gift ideas for anyone, not just the the art and design lovers in your life.
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NewsIKEA Has Launched a Gift Registry So You Can Stack Your Christmas List with Swedish Homewares
Help your loved ones get the gifts you want this festive season — or use IKEA's new service for housewarmings, weddings and birthdays.
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NewsDusk's Bubble O'Bill, Paddle Pop, Golden Gaytime and Splice Candles Are Making a Comeback for Summer
Don't just spend your summer scoffing ice cream — turn your home into a dessert-scented haven, too.
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NewsAustralia'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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NewsThe $3 Billion Tech Towers Above Central Station Have Been Granted Approval from the City of Sydney
Construction on the 37- and 39-storey towers that will comprise the multibillion-dollar Central Place Sydney precinct is set to begin next year.
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NewsFamily-Run Furniture Brand Reddie Has Brought Sleek Homewares to a New Surry Hills Showroom
Reddie has created a gallery-like experience at its new showroom, next to The Dolphin Hotel.
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EventAll About Women 2026
Sun, 8 Mar, 2026
Sydney Opera House, Sydney
Hear centrepiece talks from change-making heads of government, justice-seeking journalists and razor-sharp authors as part of this powerhouse lineup.
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EventFelons Barrel Room Launch Weekend
Fri, 5 Dec - Sun, 7 Dec 2025
Felons Brewing Co. Manly, Manly
Experience this fully realised wharfside brewery, featuring three days of top-notch live music, Vietnamese cuisine and barrel-aged beers.
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EventOperation Sickie at The Bob Hawke Beer & Leisure Centre
Multiple single dates
The Bob Hawke Beer & Leisure Centre, Marrickville
It's every Australians right to chuck a sickie, so let this Marrickville boozer reward you with big discounts on six occasions this summer.
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EventCharlotte de Witte at The Hordern Pavilion
Fri, 6 Mar, 2026
Hordern Pavilion, Moore Park
Off the back of a headline festival appearance, this Belgian techno superstar is heading to Sydney for this tour's one and only sideshow.
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EventIggy's and PIÑA Takeover at Venroy
Sat, 6 Dec - Sun, 7 Dec 2025
VENROY, Bondi Beach
Some of Sydney's best matcha and pastries are coming together this December only.
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EventChristmas at Darling Harbour 2025
Mon, 17 Nov - Thu, 25 Dec 2025
Darling Harbour, Sydney
With a stacked lineup of free festive fun, Darling Harbour 2025 is ready to melt the heart of even the grinchiest among us.
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EventTHE WORKS at Carriageworks
Mon, 29 Dec 2025 - Fri, 16 Jan 2026
Carriageworks, Eveleigh
Get immersed in the inaugural season of this cutting-edge warehouse event, featuring groundbreaking electronic stars from around the globe.
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EventMov'In Bed Barangaroo Beach Cinema
Fri, 28 Nov 2025 - Thu, 30 Apr 2026
Barangaroo, Barangaroo
Catch up on classics and 2025's biggest movies on mattresses on the sand at Barangaroo.
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EventWaterworld Central Sydney 2026
Fri, 9 Jan - Sun, 1 Feb 2026
Entertainment Quarter, Moore Park
Get ready to cool off and make memories as you slip, slide, and splash your way through the holidays.
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EventThe Morning Circuit
Sat, 6 Dec, 2025
Circular Quay, Sydney
The first Saturday of summer is host to a delicious new run club and sandwich collab.
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NewsCross-Pollination and 'Making Now': What You Can Expect at These Four Stand-Out Sydney Design Week Events
Sydney's annual week-long design festival is back this September with a bumper lineup — and we had a chat with four industry insiders to get a look inside.
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NewsArtist Amanda Shadforth Reveals How She Expresses Herself Creatively Through Art and Style
In a new campaign for Danish jewellery house Georg Jensen, the Australian artist says organic forms, natural influences and a penchant for breaking the rules all come into play.
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NewsIKEA Is Opening Its First Australian Plan and Order Point Concept Store in Melbourne
The Highpoint Shopping Centre concept store will let you plan your dream kitchen or wardrobe, then order whatever you need to pick up — or get delivered.
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NewsThe NSW Government Has Unveiled a Plan to Upgrade Central Station with Parks, Restaurants, Shops and Affordable Housing
60,000 square meters of public space including rooftop parklands are just the beginning of this major Central Station redevelopment.
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NewsLuxe Threads and Smooth Sips: Eight Outstanding Gifts for a Dad That Enjoys the Finer Things in Life
Whether it's your dad, father figure, leading legend or simply someone you'd like to spoil, here's a roundup of premium gifts to give this September.
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NewsThese Paddle Pop, Golden Gaytime and Bubble O'Bill Candles Will Make Your House Smell Like Ice Cream
Turn your home into an ice cream-scented dream — and expect dessert cravings, we're guessing.
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NewsThe Guest Edit: Sheet Society Founder Hayley Worley Talks the Biggest Colour and Pattern Trends of 2022
Owner of Sheet Society and design extraordinaire Hayley Worley chatted to Concrete Playground about all colour trends you need to be across this year.
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NewsKmart Has Unveiled All the New Boho and Beachy Homewares You'll Want to Fill Your House With ASAP
The Aussie department store's affordable August Living range goes heavy on pastel hues, natural materials and coloured glass.
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NewsThai Creatives Are Embracing Sustainability In Their Design Approach — Here's How
From plant-based takeaway cups to skincare made from indigo roots, a range of useful and thoughtful products are being created by brands embracing sustainable practices.
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NewsRevamp Update: Powerhouse Museum Ultimo Has Revealed Further Details About Its $500-Million Makeover
The renewed site will connect the Powerhouse Museum to the Goods Line, Darling Square and Ultimo.
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NewsThe Revamped Bondi Pavilion Will Finally Reopen This Spring
Expressions of interest to hire the pavilion's community space are now open for early October.
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FeatureEarthy Inspiration and Chainsaws: A Day in My Boots With Jewellery Designer Holly Ryan
Take a stroll through the creative's day as she shares her driving forces and the craft behind her forever pieces.
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FeatureBeaches, Boards and Tour Buses: A Day in My Boots With Ocean Alley Frontman Baden Donegal
Take a stroll through the musician's world as he shares what life is like both on and off the stage.
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NewsAustralia's Most Stunning Homes, Bars and Venues Have Been Named at the 2022 Interior Design Awards
Troye Sivan's house is among this year's award-winners — and Melbourne's dazzling digital-only gallery The Lume was commended for its installation design.
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NewsSydney Might Get Its Own High Line-Style Park in a Huge Circular Quay and Cahill Expressway Revamp
Under proposed plans, the Cahill Expressway pedestrian walkway could be expanded to create a new elevated public space — with killer views over the city.
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NewsR.M.Williams Has Launched a Limited-Edition Capsule Collection
With the special release celebrating the 90th birthday of the iconic brand, now is the time to nab your slice of Aussie history.
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NewsThese Australian Icons Are Turning 90 This Year — Here's How They've Made a Lasting Impact
A boot brand, a broadcaster and a big ol' bridge — say three cheers to this lot for reaching the big 9-0 in 2022.
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FeatureFrom the Outback to the Office: How R.M.Williams Has Evolved Over its 90-Year History
How much do you know about Australia’s most iconic bootmakers? The coveted pairs have a rich history and a lucky strike of a beginning.
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NewsA New Monthly Maker's Market Is Launching in Marrickville This Weekend
The new community market will be slinging unique art, homewares, handmade jewellery, vintage fashion and delicious grocery goods each month.
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NewsSix Contemporary Lifestyle Brands That Are Turning Trash Into Treasure
These brands are repurposing agriculture and industry waste to create practical (and stylish) products.
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NewsAll the Profits From These New 'Literacy Is Freedom' T-Shirts Will Support First Nations Australians
Add this new shirt from Deus Ex Machina and The Australian Literacy and Numeracy Foundation to your wardrobe this Reconciliation Week.
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Guide
Seven Vivid Sydney Highlights You Need to Add to Your Winter Calendar
With pop-up cabaret bars, thought-provoking conversations and free live music, the 2022 run of Vivid Sydney is set to shine bright.
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NewsA Massive Australian-First Alexander McQueen Exhibition Is Coming to the NGV This Summer
Over a quarter-century in the making, this wide-ranging exhibition features around 110 pieces designed by the late, great fashion star, plus art that inspired his work.
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NewsLego and MoMA's Gorgeous New 'Starry Night' Kit Lets You Make Your Own Van Gogh Masterpiece
Build van Gogh's iconic painting out of plastic bricks, then hang it on your wall.
