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NewsWestern Australia Has Postponed Reopening Its Borders to the Rest of the Country (and the World)
Due to the COVID-19 situation in the rest of Australia, WA is indefinitely delaying its plans to drop its hard border.
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NewsAirbnb Wants You to Spend a Year Living Rent-Free in a Gorgeous Sicily Townhouse
The house-sharing platform is giving one person the chance to spend 12 months living rent-free in the rural village of Sambuca.
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NewsRegional Queensland's Man-Made Surf Lake Is Set to Expand and Open Its Waves to the Public
Whether you're a first-time surfer or a pro, you might be able to hang ten at Surf Lakes Yeppoon within 12–18 months — and eat, drink and glamp as well.
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NewsEight Incredible Ways You Can Experience the Great Barrier Reef in Tropical North Queensland
From luxury multi-day adventures to First Nations-led tours, there are many different ways you can experience the Great Barrier Reef.
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NewsNine Self-Care Ideas to Make Isolation a Little More Bearable
Prioritise yourself with these self-care ideas.
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NewsQueensland Is Ditching All Domestic Border Restrictions From January 15
To get into the Sunshine State, you'll no longer need to show a border pass or provide proof of a rapid antigen test.
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GuideThe Ten Best Hotels in Brisbane
From resort-style pools and design-led suites to heritage stays and boutique hideaways, these hotels prove that a great stay in Brisbane can be as much about atmosphere as it is about location.
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NewsThe Nine Best Coastal Spots for Whale Watching Across Australia
Catch these majestic mammals frolicking along the coast on their annual migration.
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GuideA Big Bucket List of All the Most Extraordinary Airbnbs You Can Book Around Australia
Start planning your next holiday here.
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NewsCP Picks: The Best Gifts for People Who Are Never Home — According to Travel Writers
Gifts for the perpetually in-transit — from clever travel accessories and design-led essentials to stylish pieces that make life on the go a little easier.
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GuideEight Winter Stays in New Zealand That Give You More Bang for Your Buck
Chase the snow, the stars or the hot springs with an exclusive offer for Visa cardholders.
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GuideEight Incredible Bali Stays That'll Save You Money Through Concrete Playground Trips
Indonesia is always a good idea, and now you can book these luxe stays for less.
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GuideEnjoy These Unique Experiences Without Breaking the Bank on Your Next Euro Adventure
From German castles to Spanish cooking classes, these unforgettable experiences will be even sweeter with 10% off with Visa.
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GuideThat's Amore: Score Ten Percent Off These Hotels When You Book Your Euro Summer Via Concrete Playground Trips
Do the European summer of your dreams justice with our exclusive offer for Visa cardholders.
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NewsThe Best Glamping Sites Around Australia
Stay in luxury tents scattered among remote deserts, lush rainforests and tropical islands at these Australian glamping sites.
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NewsEight Unexpected Natural Wonders to Visit Around Victoria
Start plotting some breathtaking adventures around this lineup of must-see Victorian landmarks.
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NewsNSW Has Extended the Ban on Dancing and Singing to Outdoor Music Festivals
Building on the indoor ban introduced earlier in January, the expanded rule covers all attendees at both inside and outdoor music fests.
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FeatureRed Playground: An Extensive Travel Guide to Central Australia
Imagine a place where you start the day by watching the sun rise over the desert.
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NewsSydney's Public Transport Services Are Running on Weekend Timetables Due to Staff Shortages
Only ferries and replacement buses for the L1 Dulwich Hill light rail line will stick to normal weekday timetables until further notice.
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NewsNSW Is Banning Dancing and Singing in Hospitality Venues Again in Response to Rising Cases
The returning 'Footloose'-style rules will apply at all hospitality venues from Saturday, January 8 until at least Thursday, January 27.
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NewsAir New Zealand Has Been Named the World's Safest Airline for 2022
For the first time since 2013, Qantas didn't take out the top spot.
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GuideConcrete Playground's Most-Read Sydney Stories of 2021
Here are the stories you gravitated to this year.
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RestaurantSafran
81/189 Ocean View Road, Ettalong Beach
An award-winning Turkish restaurant in Ettalong.
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CafeSouth End Social
32 Mann Street, Gosford
Gosford’s go-to brunch spot has yuzu spritzes and souvlaki pitas.
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RestaurantLittle Creek Cheese
141-155 Alison Road, Wyong
Sample award-winning cheeses at this boutique cheese factory — then learn to make your own.
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FeatureOnly in Tropical North Queensland
One moment you could be diving deep into the Great Barrier Reef. The next, you could be hiking through World Heritage-listed rainforest.
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NewsMessina for Breakfast and Outdoor Street Parties: Six Ways to Experience The Rocks This Summer
There's plenty to see and do in one of Sydney's most vibrant precincts this summer.
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NewsSeven Hotels in Sydney's CBD For When You Want to Treat Yourself to a Staycation
Looking for a hotel that'll make you feel good about hitting snooze? We've found it.
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NewsSydneysiders Are Once Again Required to Wear Face Masks in Indoor Settings
With COVID-19 cases rising across the state, masks will be required again in all indoor spaces except homes — and density limits are back for indoor hospitality venues.
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FeatureI Finally Made the Journey to Central Australia — and It Soars Beyond Expectation
Concrete Playground Editor, Suz Tucker, journeyed to the Red Centre of Australia to discover places and culture you'll find nowhere else on earth.
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NewsEight Challenges to Tackle in 2022 That'll Help You Achieve Your Fitness Goals
Ever dreamt of running a marathon, cycling through forests, or tackling a ten-kilometre obstacle course? Here's your chance.
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EventAudrey Atelier Pop-Up
Sat, 2 May, 2026
31 Norfolk Street, Paddington
Vintage meets an up-and-coming Australian designer at this hybrid label.
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EventAvatar: Forms of Vishnu
Sat, 20 Jun - Mon, 5 Oct 2026
Naala Badu Building, AGNSW, Sydney
This massive exhibition explores the many forms of the Hindu deity Vishnu, as depicted in 200 works that span 1500 years.
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EventChristina Tosi x Milk Bar at Good Chemistry
Fri, 1 May - Sun, 3 May 2026
Good Chemistry, Sydney
Sydney is getting a sugar rush this May, as this renowned NYC pastry chef serves her viral sweet sensations as part of a rare takeover.
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EventMeatstock Sydney
Fri, 1 May - Sat, 2 May 2026
Sydney Showground, Sydney Olympic Park
Australia's smokiest festival is turning ten with pitmasters, local music legends, tattoo artists and the biggest beards you've ever seen taking centre stage.
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EventFinders Keepers Design Market Sydney
Fri, 1 May 2026, Sat, 2 May 2026 and Sun, 3 May 2026
Carriageworks, Eveleigh
Skip any last-minute scrambles, as this much-loved market for design-lovers returns to make Mother's Day gift-buying a breeze.
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EventBastille Festival
Thu, 16 Jul - Sun, 19 Jul 2026
Circular Quay, Sydney
Warm up this winter — this four-day soirée is taking over Circular Quay and The Rocks with French food, wine and entertainment.
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EventPyrmont Festival
Sat, 23 May - Sun, 24 May 2026
Pirrama Park, Pyrmont
The annual event returns, and it's once again bigger than ever, welcoming flavours and makers from all over NSW to Pirrama Park alongside games and entertainment.
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EventSydney Opera House Cinema
Wed, 29 Apr - Sun, 3 May 2026
Playhouse, Sydney
End your April with an eclectic program of weird and wonderful international films from the 80s, 90s and early 2000s.
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EventSheltering at the Sydney Opera House
Wed, 3 Jun - Sat, 13 Jun 2026
Joan Sutherland Theatre, Sydney
Bangarra Dance Theatre returns to the Sydney Opera House this June with Sheltering, a powerful triple bill exploring First Nations stories and connection to Country.
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EventSydney Comedy Festival at Bondi Pavilion
Wed, 6 May - Sun, 17 May 2026
Bondi Pavilion, Bondi Beach
Experience two weeks of world-class comedy by the sea at Bondi Pavilion.
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NewsFive Things to Do at Christmas That Aren't the Traditional Family Lunch
Do the big day a little differently this year.
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GuideTen Incredible Small Businesses to Hit for All Your Shopping Needs This Festive Season
Conquer your neverending shopping list and support a small biz at the same time — it's a win win.
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GuideSeven Surprising Experiences to Have on Your Next Trip to Canberra
Spend the morning hand feeding lions and the afternoon throwing axes.
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NewsQantas Is Launching Direct Flights From Australia to Rome Just in Time for European Summer Getaways
The only direct service between Australia and continental Europe, the Perth–Rome flights will take off three times a week between June and October 2022.
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NewsYou Can Now Hire a Pet-Friendly BYO Picnic Boat to Sail Along the Parramatta River
Denmark company GoBoat has just launched its fleet of easy-to-operate BYO picnic boats in Sydney, setting sail from Cabarita Point.
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NewsWestern Australia Will Reopen to the Rest of the Country (and the World) on February 5
WA will drop its hard border at 12.01am on Saturday, February 5, based on the expectation that 90 percent of residents over the age of 12 will be double-vaccinated by then.
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NewsVirgin Is Selling Flights to and From Queensland From $59 Now That the Border Has Officially Reopened
The Sunshine State now allows double-vaccinated travellers to visit without quarantining — and double-jabbed Queenslanders to return home from interstate trips.
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NewsThe Northern Beaches' Luxury Floating Villa Is Reopening with a New Look and On-Board Sauna
Located just off Palm Beach, Lilypad comes with an on-board wine cellar, gourmet meals and your own boat.
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NewsThe Impressive Geminids Meteor Shower Will Be Visible in Australia This Month
The spectacular starry event only happens once a year — and it'll be at its peak overnight between December 14 and 15.
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NewsSeventeen Charming Farm Stays You Can Book in Victoria
It's been a very long year — treat yourself to one of these relaxing and serene farmhouse stays.
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NewsQueensland Is Reopening Quarantine-Free Travel to Vaxxed Interstate Visitors From December 13
The Sunshine State is bringing forward its reopening date to interstate visitors from domestic hotspots by five days.
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GuideHow to Eat, Drink, Shop and Play Your Way Along Canberra's Legendary Light Rail
All aboard — there are food precincts, cocktail bars and cultural gems to discover.
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GuideHow to Explore Canberra Like a Local When You've Already Seen the Touristy Sights
There's more to the capital than museums, memorials and monuments.
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NewsAustralia's First European-Inspired Floating Beach Club Is Opening on the Gold Coast in 2022
Built on pontoons, it'll feature daybeds, private cabanas, pools, a bar, and dining both indoors and by the water.
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NewsTaronga Zoo Has Released Footage of Its New Pygmy Hippo Calf to Give Your Day a Super-Cute Boost
The adorable little pygmy hippo calf is expected to make her public debut in the coming weeks.
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NewsManly's Historic Q Station Has Been Acquired by Harbord Hotel Owner Glenn Piper
Piper, who transformed Harbord Hotel into a live music and events hub, has promised to enhance the expansive northern beaches site.
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FeatureSydney Summer Guide 2021-2022
Everyone's favourite season of the year has arrived — and after the stint we've had, we're here to help you make it your best summer ever.
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NewsVirgin Is Doing a Huge Four-Day Sale with 700,000 Domestic and International Flights From $49
The discounted fares cover domestic one-way trips, plus return flights to Fiji and Bali.
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NewsNSW Will Scrap Density Limits, Plus Masks and Check-Ins in Most Settings, by Mid-December
When the state hits 95-percent double jabs, or Wednesday, December 15 rolls around — whichever comes first — a heap of COVID-19 rules will ease even further.
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NewsCockle Bay's Pedal Boats Are Returning and They'll Be Surrounded by Floating Christmas Baubles
Cruise around Darling Harbour in an old-school pedal boat this summer.
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NewsNew Zealand Will Start Reopening to Vaccinated Australians in the First Half of 2022
The trans-Tasman travel bubble has been on pause since July, but NZ has finally outlined when it'll begin reopening to Australia — and the rest of the world.
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NewsAustralia Is Set for a Soggy La Nina Summer So You'd Best Keep Your Umbrella Handy
The Bureau of Meteorology has declared that a La Niña weather event has developed in the Pacific Ocean, which means that a wetter-than-usual few months are in store.
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GuideTen Stunning Experiences to Gift Your Mate Who Needs a Break From the City
From soaring above bright pink lakes and steaming outdoor baths to swimming with dolphins and sky-high picnics, these Aussie adventures are the perfect antidote.
