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    New York Reimagined as a Self-Sustaining City

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    Tekno Train by Paul Mac

    Friday, May 24 - Saturday, June 15, 2024

    Central Station, Haymarket

    A lit-up train that's pumping out a techno soundtrack by Paul Mac is riding Sydney's rails during Vivid 2024.

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    Chu Fat — Hey Chu x Porkfat

    Monday, May 20 - Monday, May 27, 2024

    Hey Chu, Sydney

    Chefs Cuong Nguyen, Jack Kulusai and Tanya Boonprakong are joining forces for a creative, collaborative dinner series.

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    Bottomless Frites at Armorica

    Monday, May 20 - Sunday, May 26, 2024

    Armorica, Surry Hills

    You can tuck into a top-notch steak with unlimited frites at the Surry Hills brasserie from Monday, May 20, to Sunday, May 26.

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    Pinot Noir Australia Tasting Event by Moncur Cellars

    Monday, May 20, 2024

    Bistro Moncur, Woollahra

    This annual celebration of excellent vino returns to Woollahra with light and dry drops, medium-bodied wines and experimental tipples.

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    Sunset Boulevard

    Wednesday, August 28 - Friday, November 1, 2024

    Sydney Opera House, Sydney

    Starring Sarah Brightman as Norma Desmond, this Tony-winning musical based on the film of the same name is playing Sydney.

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    Sister Act: A Divine Musical Comedy

    Tuesday, August 6 - Sunday, October 6, 2024

    Capitol Theatre Sydney, Haymarket

    Your prayers have been answered: this smash-hit Broadway musical is finally bringing its screen-to-stage show to Sydney.

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    Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga

    Thursday, May 23 - Wednesday, June 19, 2024

    Various cinemas in Sydney

    Enlisting Anya Taylor-Joy and Chris Hemsworth on a prequel to 'Fury Road', George Miller has made another 'Mad Max' franchise marvel.

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    IF

    Thursday, May 16 - Wednesday, June 5, 2024

    Various cinemas in Sydney

    Instead of aliens in 'A Quiet Place' and its sequel, John Krasinski ponders a world where imaginary friends are real in this warmly whimsical family-friendly fantasy.

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    Change the Course

    Friday, May 31, 2024

    Darling Quarter, Sydney

    Darling Quarter and Two Good Co are teaming up for a long lunch for an excellent cause.

  • Event

    Spanish Film Festival

    Wednesday, June 19 - Wednesday, July 10, 2024

    Select cinemas in Sydney, Various locations

    Say hola to the Sydney's annual showcase of Spanish and Latin American movies — including a celebration of Salvador Dalí in cinema.

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    Hybrid snacks, whole pigs, one-food wonders and an abundance of green.

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    World’s Biggest Solar-Powered Bridge Launched in London

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    Composer Turns Bicycle Into a Musical Instrument

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    The Commuter Suit Designed for Cyclists

    Head to your desk straight from your bike.

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    Floating Swimming Pools Proposed for the River Thames

    Fancy a quick dip before hitting the West End?

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    Plants: The Lightbulbs of the Future?

    Avatar's glowing forest could become real in your living room.

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    London to be Heated with Underground Trains and Food Waste

    Cold cities are getting creative in how they keep warm.

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    Elevated Car-Free SkyCycle Paths Proposed for London

    Move over flying cars; here's a healthier future.

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    Second Hinterlands Project Proposes Urban Playgrounds Made From Snow

    A design duo propose a playful response to heavy snowfall.

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    The Perfect Tee Kickstarter Promises Organic Cotton, Ethics and Fair Prices

    Introducing the 'perfect Tee' - stylish, comfy, organic, Australian-made, $55.

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    Plantable Christmas Wrapping Paper that Turns Into a Vegie Garden

    One surefire way to green up Christmas this year.

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    Not Just a Tree-house but a Tree-in-the-House

    Could this be the most impressive tree-house ever?

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    Paper-Bottled Do Water Launches in Australia

    Move over plastic, the paper water bottle is here.

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    Dine In or Dine Out, as Long as You Give a Fork!

    Get in the practice of eating sustainably, before the world gets too forked up.

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    Floating Apartment Block Under Construction in The Netherlands

    If you can't beat the water, how about joining it?

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    The Kiosk That Prints Magazines and Newspapers On Demand

    Finally, access to Dolly Doctor right when you need it.

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    The Future of Gardening’s Looking Up

    Patrick Blanc talks to Concrete Playground about the vertical garden phenomenon.

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    The Good Hood Rewards Your Green Living Ideas

    Are you tending to your herb gardens, upcycling or actual cycling? That's some good hood.

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    Oil Paint Engineered Out of Toxic Waste

    An engineer and an artist transform toxic waste into oil paints and wondrous works of art.

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    Uncarriable Carrier Bags Shaming Us Into Environment Protection

    The plastic bag fashion statement that may just save the environment.

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    Houston’s Beer Can House Becomes an Official Landmark

    One of architecture's most impressive recycling achievements is drawing more visitors than ever before.

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