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NewsSydney Will Soon Be Home to a New Masterplanned Community Called Gilead
A new development in Sydney's far southwest unfortunately shares its name with the recently popularised dystopian setting of 'The Handmaid's Tale'.
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NewsSomeone in Japan Has Just Developed an IRL Optimus Prime-Style Transformer Car
It can switch from driveable car to four-metre-tall humanoid robot in about a minute.
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NewsAustralia Is Set to Ban Non-Recyclable Packaging By 2025
100 percent of the country's packaging will be recyclable, compostable or reusable in the next seven years.
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NewsSomeone Has Designed Sneakers with Soles Made from Used Chewing Gum
The shoe offers an innovative solution to The Netherlands' costly gum litter problem.
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NewsFive Stalls to Visit at Sydney's 2018 Finders Keepers Market
From quirky candles to wearable textiles and standout bao.
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NewsMelbourne Has Become the Fastest Growing City in Australia
New ABS figures have suggested the city will hit five million residents by the end of the year.
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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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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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GuideNine Impressive (but Affordable) Gifts to Buy Someone You Don't Know Very Well
Dazzle your new friend, colleague or in-law with your chic taste — without breaking the bank.
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NewsSydney's New Light Rail System Has Been Delayed by a Year
The project — initially slated to be completed in 2019 — will now take an extra year.
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NewsR.M. Williams Is Releasing a Second Run of Its Gold Metallic Boots
The first run sold out super quick last year — so if you want some glittery R.M.'s, you'll need to be speedy.
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NewsThis New Sydney Map Highlights the City's Least Safe Spots for Women
The interactive map allows users to anonymously report incidents of street harassment as well as spots that feel safe.
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NewsThe World's First Luxury Space Hotel Is Set to Open in 2022
It comes with an astronomical price, however — with a 12-day journey starting at a cool US$9.5 million per person.
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NewsAdidas' New Kicks Are Made From Recycled Ocean Plastic
Part of the label's latest collaboration with Parley, each pair is made from 11 plastic bottles.
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NewsGorman Has Just Dropped a New Range of Raincoats for Very Good (Well-Dressed) Dogs
The adorable coats — which come in patching patterns for us humans — will help raise funds for Guide Dogs Australia.
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NewsMelbourne Is One Step Closer to Finally Actually Getting an Airport Rail Link
The Federal Government today announced that it would put $5 million towards the mammoth project.
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It Looks Like Sydney's New Light Rail Will Take Even Longer to Open
The project — initially slated to be completed in 2019 — has been held up as the NSW Government faces a legal battle with the company building it.
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NewsSydney's CBD Is Getting a 50-Storey Glass Skyscraper
The 200-metre-tall tower is part of a $2.7 billion Quay Quarter Sydney precinct.
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NewsThese Sydney Cafes Will Give You a Free Coffee For Helping Clean Up the Beach
Fill up a bucket with rubbish from the beach, and you'll score a free brew.
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NewsParks Victoria Is Trialling New Eco Sleeper Pods in Point Nepean National Park
And you can register for an overnight test stay in one of the Canopy pods.
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NewsMcDonald's Has Started Phasing Out Plastic Straws
The company will trial new biodegradable paper straws in its UK stores as it pushes towards all-recyclable packaging.
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EventIngenia Holiday Parks Sydney Family Easter Show
Thu, 2 Apr - Sun, 19 Apr 2026
Entertainment Quarter, Moore Park
With affordable tickets and a huge Easter egg hunt, the Ingenia Holiday Parks Sydney Family Easter Show has your school holiday plans sorted.
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EventData Dreams: Art and AI at MCA Australia
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 - Mon, 27 Apr 2026
MCA, Sydney
Now on at MCA Australia, Data Dreams unites ten international artists in a major Sydney-only exhibition, examining how artificial intelligence is transforming the way we live, think and create.
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EventCommunity Open Day at Positive Energy Health + Fitness Balgowlah
Sat, 7 Mar, 2026
Positive Energy Health + Fitness, Balgowlah
Get familiar with a new third space, as this wellness and social hub celebrates its recent launch with a community block party.
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EventSydney Symphony Presents Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone In Concert
Wed, 2 Dec - Sat, 5 Dec 2026
Concert Hall, Sydney
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EventPOOL by Pier One and Business & Pleasure Co
Thu, 19 Feb - Thu, 30 Apr 2026
Pier One Sydney Harbour, Walsh Bay
Live it up by Sydney Harbour, as this pop-up pontoon and swimming pool evokes the sun-drenched beach clubs of Europe.
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EventColour Culture Connection at South Eveleigh
Mon, 16 Feb - Fri, 6 Mar 2026
South Eveleigh Precinct, Eveleigh
This three-week-long festival celebrates Lunar New Year, Mardi Gras and Holi Hai through community programs and interactive experiences.
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EventHear My Eyes — 'Terminator 2: Judgment Day'
Sat, 7 Mar, 2026
City Recital Hall, Sydney
Celebrating the film's 35th anniversary, this groundbreaking event reimagines the sci-fi blockbuster with a 4K screening, live electronic score and immersive laser visuals.
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EventPeking Duk at Hordern Pavilion
Fri, 15 May, 2026
Hordern Pavilion, Moore Park
This roof-raising duo are gearing up for their biggest performance in seven years, complete with a debut live show and future-forward visuals.
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EventMitski for Vivid LIVE at Sydney Opera House
Fri, 29 May - Mon, 1 Jun 2026
Sydney Opera House, Sydney
Returning to Australia after seven long years, indie icon Mitski will take over our most legendary music venue for a run of four exclusive shows.
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EventDMA's 'Hills End' 10th Anniversary Show at Metro Theatre
Fri, 27 Mar, 2026
Metro Theatre, Sydney
Ten years on, this Sydney-born trio returns home to play their landmark debut album in full — plus a stack of deep cuts.
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NewsYou Can Play 'Where's Waldo?' on Google Maps Right Now
Spot everyone's favourite red-and-white jumper fan in the Chilean snowfields, at the beach at Australia's own Surfers Paradise and more.
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NewsControversial Dockless Bike Sharing Service oBike Has Launched a Skateboard Offshoot
Let's hope the oSkates don't all end up in canals.
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NewsUber's Carpool Service Is Launching in Sydney Next Week
UberPool will cost up to 50-percent less than a standard UberX trip.
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GuideThe Best Things to Do in Sydney This Easter Long Weekend
Head to a wine-fuelled birthday party, catch a movie under the moonlight or take in some art from the Middle Ages.
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NewsMuji Has Opened a Two-Level Sydney Outpost on the North Shore
The Japanese homewares has launched its first Australian multi-level store at Westfield Chatswood.
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NewsSydneysiders Can Now Get Wheelchair Accessible Directions from Google Maps
It's one of six cities now offering accessible public transport route options for people who use wheelchairs or have mobility needs.
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NewsAustralia Is Getting Its First Scooter Taxi Service
Scooti will launch in Melbourne next month with a fleet of scooters and motorbikes.
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NewsSydney's Intercity Trains Are Losing One of Their Best Features: Flip Seats
The government authority is going against customer preference and decking out its new fleet of intercity trains with fixed seating.
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NewsThis Cost of Living Report Says Sydney Is Now the 10th Most Expensive City in the World
It beat out New York and London to get there.
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NewsA Look Inside Surry Hills' New Hyper-Local Paramount House Hotel
The hotel has been built above Paramount House, and features 29 suites, a rooftop cafe and a new restaurant by Ester.
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NewsWe're Giving Away Three Sets of Voice-Activated JBL Speakers
Fill your home with sweet, sweet music without having to lift a finger.
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NewsZara Has Finally Launched Its Australian Online Store
Seven years after opening its first Australian store, the Spanish fashion chain is letting locals shop online.
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NewsIndian Ride-Share Company Ola Has Launched in Sydney
The fast-growing company already hosts over a billion rides each year, and it's now cruising around Sydney and Perth.
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NewsYou Can Turn Google Maps Into Mario Kart Right Now
Everyone's favourite cartoon plumber will help you get to your destination to celebrate MAR10 Day.
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NewsFlying Cars Are a Thing You Can Buy Now
A Dutch company has made the world's first commercially available car-aircraft.
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NewsThis Is What Sydney's Central Station Will Look Like in 2022
Sydney's busiest train station is set to get a new underpass, more escalators and a new look — for a cool $3 billion.
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NewsThe Government Has Unveiled Lofty Plans for the Future of Western Sydney
Including a new 'Aerotropolis', more accessibility to the new Western Sydney Airport and a north–south rail link.
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NewsLego Is Introducing a Set of Sustainable Pieces Made From Plant-Based Plastic
The materials will be sourced from sugarcane, with the toys hitting shelves by the end of this year.
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NewsNetherlands Supermarket Ekoplaza Has Launched a World-First Plastic-Free Aisle
The aisle offers shoppers over 700 plastic-free items.
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The First Tram Has Run on Sydney's New CBD and South East Light Rail System
Night testing has started along a stretch of Alison Road in Randwick.
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NewsNew App Melbourne Dreaming Helps You Discover the City's Indigenous History
The Melbourne Dreaming app lets you customise self-guided tours around the city's key indigenous sites.
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NewsYou Might Soon Be Able to Check-In to International Flights Using Your Face and Fingerprints
Sydney Airport is trialling biometric testing — meaning you'll only have to flash your passport once.
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NewsCollingwood's Stomping Ground Brewery Co. Is Going Solar-Powered
It'll generate enough energy to power 20 homes each year.
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NewsAustralian Scientists Have Created a Tiny Filtration Device That Can Make Sydney Harbour Water Drinkable
And it's made from an ingredient in vegetable oil.
