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Tavi Gevinson Is Speaking in Sydney and Melbourne

Shirin Borthwick — Wed, 10 Jul 2013 04:16:47 +0000

Tavi, child empress of fashion writing, comes to Sydney and Melbourne.

Seven Ideas for Sustainable Living from the City of Sydney’s Data Slam

Zacha Rosen — Mon, 08 Jul 2013 14:13:25 +0000

Better living through technology is the mission for hackers and designers mining city data feeds.

DIY Drones Could Revolutionise Your Life

Shirin Borthwick — Mon, 08 Jul 2013 07:52:17 +0000

Drone It Yourself takes the guesswork out of droning, letting you 3D print customisable parts.

City Farming Goes Vertical with Edible Wall for Sydney Design

Shirin Borthwick — Mon, 08 Jul 2013 05:30:45 +0000

Sydney gets a logical and aesthetically pleasing source of nomz.

Pebble Smart Watch Hits Retail Stores in US

Jasmine Crittenden — Sun, 07 Jul 2013 03:14:54 +0000

The wearable technology flood gates are set to open.

This Just In: New Arts Venue Divine Playhouse Has Been Evicted Following Protests, Plans Anti-Censorship Rally at Hyde Park

Hudson Brown — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 01:25:29 +0000

Sydney's newest queer-led arts venue has been evicted, sparking petitions, fundraising campaigns and debate over artistic freedom.

The Best Australian Sheets and Bedding Brands to Know Right Now

Eliza Campbell — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 01:07:39 +0000

From French linen and crisp cotton, to silky Bamboo and comfy jersey — make your bed the masterpiece it deserves to be with these Aussie (and one Kiwi)-owned bedding.

This Just In: Virgin Australia Has A Up To 25 Percent Off Domestic and International Flights This Week

Bree Grant — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 04:27:39 +0000

Cure your mid-year blues with an escape to a range of domestic and international travel destinations.

Know a Community Hero? Zeus Street Greek Is Giving Locals the Chance to Say Thanks

Concrete Playground — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 02:41:53 +0000

Zeus Street Greek is celebrating its 50th restaurant by inviting Australians to nominate local community heroes and enjoy a limited-time DoorDash family feast.

This Just In: The Jungle Giants Have Added a String of Regional Shows to Their Biggest Australian Tour Yet

Eliza Campbell — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 02:38:07 +0000

Fresh off a chart-topping fifth album, the Brisbane four-piece are taking Experiencing Feelings of Joy to regional New South Wales, Victoria and Queensland — kicking off in Newcastle this Friday.

Raes on Wategos, One of Australia's Dreamiest Beachfront Hotels, Just Scored a Major Global Hospitality Honour

Hudson Brown — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 05:30:08 +0000

This long-standing hotel and adjacent guesthouses have earned a coveted spot on 50 Best Discovery, cementing its status as Byron Bay luxury royalty.

Now Open: Moon Gang Is Ubud's New Five-Suite Stay, Combining Cosmic Inspiration with Traditional Balinese Design

Hudson Brown — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 05:41:22 +0000

Music lovers, wellness seekers and design-obsessives have a new reason to book a trip to Ubud.

Your Future Is Calling: This Unsettling AI Fortune Teller by ENESS Reads Your Horoscope After Peeking Inside Your Psyche

Hudson Brown — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 03:36:19 +0000

Question the lure of modern technology, as this futuristic fortune teller blends AI, nostalgia and existential uncertainty.

This Just In: New Queer-Led Arts Venue, Formerly Known as 'Unholy Playhouse,' Is at Risk of Eviction After Religious Groups Protest

Hudson Brown — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 03:29:54 +0000

Sydney's newest LGBTQ+ performing arts venue could be evicted after Christian Australian groups say they've been insulted and mocked.

From Tasmania to Thailand: MONA Unveils Ambitious Plans for a New Museum on Bangkok's Chao Phraya Riverfront

Hudson Brown — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 05:36:40 +0000

Australia’s most talked-about museum is heading overseas, with MONA announcing an ambitious new Bangkok outpost opening in 2029.

This Just in: These Coveted Cult-Favourite Cookies Are Making Another Stop as Part of the Brand's National Roadshow

Jade Solomon — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 02:30:37 +0000

Geelong cookie lovers will get a chance to get their hands on the coveted cookies for four days only this July.

This Just In: The World's Largest Ever Cruise Ship Has Officially Set Sail on Its Maiden Mediterranean Voyage

Eliza Campbell — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 08:29:03 +0000

Royal Caribbean's newest ship has overtaken its Icon Class sisters to become the largest cruise ship in the world, kicking off seven-night Mediterranean sailings from Barcelona and Rome this month.

Thinking About a Career Pivot? Here's How One Hospitality Professional Made the Leap Without Leaving the Industry

Concrete Playground — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 05:41:20 +0000

After ten years in hospitality, Bec Foley returned to study to build a career in marketing and food writing, proving you don't have to leave the industry you love to change careers.

The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra Are Revealing the Weird and Wonderful Objects Behind Movie Sound Effects

Concrete Playground — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 03:42:47 +0000

From snapping celery to clacking coconut shells, the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra is uncovering the techniques Foley artists use to bring films to life this winter.

From Funk Legends to Indie Favourites, FORMA Is Taking Over Tumbalong Park Across Two Star-Studded Weekends

Hudson Brown — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 06:01:07 +0000

Kool & The Gang, Lime Cordiale and Peach PRC lead the charge as FORMA debuts with an impressive two-weekend lineup.

Sydney Founders Work in a Historic Industrial Warehouse Under the Harbour Bridge

Haymun Win — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 00:47:03 +0000

It also houses an espresso cafe with a colourful criminal past.

The 12 New Blockbusters Worth Adding to Your Winter Home Cinema Lineup

Concrete Playground — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 23:52:16 +0000

Cold weather, couch plans and a stacked release calendar. These are the biggest new films to rent and buy for your next home winter movie night.

From Bare to Brilliant: Heavy Snowfall Transformed Our Ski Fields Over the Weekend, Saving the Stoke and the School Holidays

Hudson Brown — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 06:35:34 +0000

After a sluggish start to winter, a major cold snap has delivered fresh powder across Australia's ski resorts.

The Specials Board: These Are Sydney's Must-Try Food and Drink Specials for July

Jade Solomon — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 06:32:28 +0000

New month, new flavours — these are the standout new dishes and deals to check out this month.

Acler Brings Occasion Dresses to Its First Standalone Boutique at The Strand

Haymun Win — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 04:14:59 +0000

RSVP-worthy party dresses on the racks, private styling suites in the back.