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    From The Ace Hotel to Tio's, the Hollywood Quarter Is Hosting a Huge Gig Trail for One Night Only

    A haul of Surry Hills venues are inviting guests to come in for free live music and some rocking food and drink deals - for one night of revelry.

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    Newtown's Highly Anticipated New Underground Live Music and Cocktail Bar Is Finally Opening in February

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    If you're seeking romance that's never stale, here's a bunch of Sydney date ideas that go above and beyond a trip to the bar.

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    Odd Culture Group Is Throwing a Free Summer Street Party to Raise Cash for The Old Fitz Theatre

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    All of the Best New Year's Eve 2023–24 Events Happening in Sydney From Budget to Blowout

    Whether you're after a cruisy free-entry party or a lavish harbourside soirée, Sydney's got your last-minute New Year's Eve plans sorted.

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    Add these flashy cocktail bars, all-day diners and cosy family-run joints to your must-visit list.

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    The NSW Government Wants to Facilitate More Outdoor Dining and Live Music Through New Reforms

    The Vibrancy Reforms promise to cut down on red tape around al fresco dining, live music, diversifying venue offerings and noise complaints.

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    The S*A*S*H Team Has Opened a New Nightclub on Oxford Street Dedicated to Big Dance Tunes

    Carousel Bar and Ballroom will operate as a small bar two days a week before transforming into a heaving nightclub on weekends.

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    SXSW Guide: Where to Go for Live Tunes and Late-Night Grooves Around the Festival Precinct

    Limber up for electrifying nights of genre-crossing tunes from homegrown stars and international acts.

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    The Little Guy Has Opened a Tiny 15-Person Karaoke Room Out the Back of Its Glebe Bar

    Swap your usual karaoke bar's vodka sunrises for craft beers, Doom Juice wines and martinis at this new Glebe Point Road haven for group sing-alongs.

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    79 Elliott Street, Balmain

    Courtyard cocktails and exceptional grilled cuts are the star of the show at Balmain's sophisticated but lively Argentinian-inspired restaurant.

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    Ribelle

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    An ex-Bella Brutta head chef leads this BYO pizzeria serving up "rebellious" Napolitana-style rounds.

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    Bartiga

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    Come for a few drinks or settle in for an inventive Southeast Asian feast from an ex-Tetsuya's chef at this Double Bay hot spot.

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    Birdie Bar and Brasserie

    7 York Street, Sydney

    Come for the Freemantle octopus, stay for the epic garlic bread.

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    Chebbo's Burgers

    93 Chapel Street, Roselands

    This much-loved smashed burger joint, led by viral Tiktok food creator Chebbo, has cemented itself as a cornerstone in Sydney's Inner West.

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    LeTAO Sydney

    501 George Street, Sydney

    Japan's viral cheesecake brand is dishing up decadent desserts from a sleek Sydney store situated in the Regent Place dining precinct.

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    Penelope's

    50 Bridge Street, Sydney

    This vibrant restaurant in Circular Quay is dedicated to reflecting the city's multicultural landscape through an innovative menu, fantastic cocktail list and luxe dining experience.

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    The Dry Dock

    22 Cameron Street, Balmain

    Balmain's The Dry Dock is back over 160 years after it opened — with a classic ground-floor pub, a romantic lounge bar and a cracking 100-seat dining room.

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    Masala Theory Bondi

    79 Hall Street, Bondi Beach

    Bondi's sunny food precinct, The Hub, has welcomed this eccentric, rule-breaking eatery starring flavour-filled neo-Indian eats.

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    Deux Frères brings an intimate, energetic Basque pintxos bar experience to Circular Quay.

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    World Bar and Its Famed Teapots Are Returning for a One-Night-Only Pop-Up at Kings Cross Hotel

    The team behind the beloved nightclub will return to Kings Cross with teapots and four levels of DJs, each paying homage to a different iteration of the bar.

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    Beloved Sydney Haunt The Lansdowne Hotel Is Up for Sale Right Now If You've Got a Spare $25 Million

    The Chippendale stalwart is being shopped around with a multimillion-dollar price tag — and it won't necessarily remain a pokie-free live music venue under new owners.

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    Erskineville's The Imperial Has Been Sold to the Team Behind Universal and Newtown Hotel

    Universal Hotels has taken the reins at the iconic Inner West pub that famously featured in 'The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert'.

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    Sydney Bars and Pubs That Are Perfect Third-Date Territory

    Step it up a notch with live music, experimental cocktails and late-night eats.

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    The CBD's New Neon-Lit Late-Night Restaurant and Bar Zaffi Keeps the Party Rolling Until 4am

    Sydney's late-night revival continues with this two-storey spot split between a ground-level Lebanese dining room and a party-ready basement bar.

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    Odd Culture Group's Late-Night Basement Bar and Gig Space Pleasure Club Is Set to Open This Winter

    The 120-person bar will hold Newtown's first 4am license in 100 years and host live music seven days a week.

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    Classic Camperdown Pub The Lady Hampshire Has Reopened as a Dedicated Live Music Venue

    And this Parramatta Road favourite is throwing a month-long party to celebrate.

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    Sydney's YCK Precinct Has Been Named Australia's First Purple Flag District for Its Vibrant and Safe Nightlife

    The Harbour City locale joins areas in England, Sweden and New Zealand in being recognised as a top-tier nightlife hotspot.

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    You Can Win a Double Pass to the Immersive Experiential Pop-Up Tokyo House by Suntory BOSS Coffee

    Suntory BOSS Coffee is hosting the creative concept space for a strictly limited time — and you and a friend could be going for free.

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    Legendary Queer Sydney Nightclub ARQ Is Finally Reopening Following a (Nearly) Three-Year Hiatus

    The longstanding queer club is back following a multimillion-dollar facelift.

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    Where to Watch the Socceroos' Round of 16 World Cup Match Against Argentina in Sydney

    Here are the viewing sites, pubs, clubs and cinemas you can head to on Sunday morning if you want to watch Australia take on Argentina shoulder-to-shoulder with the fans.

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    The Abercrombie Is Reopening in December with a New Set of Dance Floors and a 24-Hour License

    To kick off the revival of this storied venue, Solotel is throwing a 36-hour party from 5pm Friday until 5am Christmas Day.

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    Golden Age Cinema & Bar Is Opening a Neighbourhood Bar and Cultural Space in Central Station

    The multi-faceted venue will open in mid-December as part of a new cultural, retail and dining precinct taking over Eddy Avenue.

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    Kissuu Is Oxford Street's New Multi-Storey Venue Offering Japanese Eats and Disco Dance Parties

    Two of Sydney's favourite things — Japanese food and heaving dance floors — come together at this multi-level venue.

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    Hawke's Has Unveiled Shane Prawn, a 120-Kilogram Golden Prawn Towering Over Its Marrickville Brewery

    Shane Prawn now sits proudly above the Bob Hawke Beer and Leisure Centre.

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    The Odd Culture Group Has Been Granted a 4am License and Will Open a New Underground Live Music Bar on King Street

    This is the first 4am licence that has been granted by the City of Sydney in over 100 years.

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    An Ode to the Old: Ten Long-Standing and Historical Sydney Pubs to Add to Your Must-Drink List

    Grab a pint and soak up the history at one of these historic Sydney stalwarts.

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    Surry Thrills Is the Two-Week Festival Taking Over Surry Hills' Best Restaurants, Bars, Hotels and Cinemas

    Some of the big names involved include the Ace Hotel, Chin Chin, Golden Age, Nomad, Pellegrino 2000 and Poly.

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    Beloved Neutral Bay Venue The Oaks Hotel Is Up for Sale with a $175 Million Price Tag

    Long-term custodians the Thomas family have put the Sydney stalwart up for sale after nearly 50 years of ownership.

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    Kings Cross Pavilion Is the New Venue Opening in the Former World Bar Digs — and Yes, There Will Be Teapots

    The huge 900-capacity venue will be bringing teapots and house music back to the venue, with five separate bars and multiple dance floors.

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    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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    Ten Breathtaking Light Installations You Need to Catch at Vivid Sydney 2022

    Bright lights, big city canvas — prepare to be dazzled by illuminations and immersive exhibitions at the return of Vivid Sydney.

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    Ten Quintessential After-Dark Activities in Sydney to Try This Autumn

    You’ll hardly miss summer with our top picks to ensure a fun-filled autumn.

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    We're Giving Away 150 Free Passes to YCK Laneways' Huge Food and Music Festival This Weekend

    Take cocktail-making masterclasses from Maybe Sammy and Cantina OK! or catch sets from Sneaky Sound System and Wafia — for free!

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    Seven Weekend Activities to Try If You Want to Shake Up Your Usual Routine

    Stuck doing the same old? Add some flavour to your schedule with these fun activity swaps.

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    The Guest Edit: Podcaster, DJ and Barfly Jade Le Flay Makes a Case for Sydney's Best Cocktails

    From established classics to hidden gems, the professional night owl throws down her pick of Sydney's finest places to imbibe.

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    What's Open for Eats and Drinks in Sydney on New Year's Day

    Hit one of these spots for a January 1 filled with good food, top-notch drinks — and maybe a cheeky dance floor session.

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    Every Sydney New Year's Eve Event from Budget to Blowout If You Haven't Made Plans Yet

    Whether you're after a cruisy free-entry party or a lavish harbourside soiree, Sydney's got your last-minute New Year's Eve plans sorted.

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    B Wise Shares His Six Go-To Playlists to Set the Mood for Any Occasion

    Set the mood with these standout playlists handpicked by ARIA-nominated rapper B Wise.

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