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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: Jetstar Is Scrapping Free Overhead Baggage for Local and International Flights

Hudson Brown — Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:32:55 +0000

The budget airline is introducing paid overhead locker access, replacing weight limits with a size-based carry-on system from February 2027.

This Just In: Odd Culture Group Is Leading The Impy Into Its Next Era, Guiding a $5 Million Redevelopment Featuring 24-Hour Clubbing

Hudson Brown — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 04:14:06 +0000

Odd Culture is taking over The Imperial Erskineville, embarking on a multimillion-dollar plan to reshape Sydney nightlife.

This Just In: Netflix Is Backing a New Australian Screenwriting Program — Where Emerging Creatives Pitch Directly to Its Executives

Hudson Brown — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 02:27:53 +0000

Eight emerging women and non-binary writers will have the chance to pitch original scripts to Netflix execs through a new national development program.

This Just In: Step Inside David Hockney's Abstract World as a Landmark Audiovisual Exhibition Lands at Carriageworks

Hudson Brown — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 00:31:21 +0000

Arriving only months after Hockney's passing, this large-scale audiovisual experience offers an intimate way to explore his celebrated career.

This Just In: Lee Mathews Has Partnered With SWOP to Make Reselling (and Collecting) the Label's Garments Easier

Haymun Win — Mon, 03 Aug 2026 23:21:56 +0000

There's now an official place to buy and sell pre-loved Lee Mathews.

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

Jade Solomon — Mon, 03 Aug 2026 06:32:28 +0000

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

Australia's Housing Market Is in a Downturn For the First Time in Ages — Here's What It Means If You're Buying Right Now

Eliza Campbell — Mon, 03 Aug 2026 02:51:25 +0000

Sydney and Melbourne prices have fallen since February and, now, the downturn is spreading nationally.

Australia's Sauna Scene Is Getting Serious with a New Association and a Very Sweaty Festival Heading to the Blue Mountains

Hudson Brown — Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:08:33 +0000

Saunas have never been hotter, and a new national organisation is marking the moment with a major gathering.

This Just In: Ordering a Beer on the Manly Fast Ferry Will Now Help Keep the Harbour Clean From Plastic and Microplastics

Hudson Brown — Fri, 31 Jul 2026 01:14:41 +0000

Crack open a brew during your cross-harbour commute and help keep Sydney's famous waterfront clean.

This Just In: Contemporary Queensland Artist Michael Zavros Wins Archibald People's Choice 2026 with Portrait of His Doppelganger

Haymun Win — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 23:50:23 +0000

The hyperrealist oil painting scored a record-breaking People's Choice vote.

Damien Frost's Queer Portraits, Angela Tiatia's 'Muse' and an Urthboy-Curated Oceanfront Lineup Lead New Annual 2026

Hudson Brown — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 23:01:38 +0000

From waterfront gigs to boundary-pushing exhibitions, this ten-day arts festival celebrates everything that makes Newcastle one of Australia's great creative hubs.

Now Streaming: Every Show to Add to Your Streaming Queue In August

Alec Jones — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 05:00:44 +0000

Here's what's hot and fresh in the world of streaming content this month.

American Apparel Is Backing Australia's Next Music Stars with $10K of Custom Merch — Plus a Slot on Spilt Milk Gold Coast's Lineup

Hudson Brown — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 00:38:27 +0000

From fresh merch to festival stages, this stacked fund is helping Australia's next wave of artists hit the ground running.

This Ancient Mexican Landmark Has Inspired a New Luxury Tequila

Concrete Playground — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 23:37:34 +0000

The inspiration behind 1800 Tequila's new luxury añejo, 1800 GuachiMonton, is an ancient ceremonial site in the heart of Mexico's tequila region.

Now Playing: Every Movie Releasing in August You Can Watch in Theatres or at Home

Alec Jones — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 04:00:05 +0000

Prep some popcorn, pour your soft drink of choice and kick back to catch these movies releasing this month on a screen of your choosing.

Your Lombok Holiday Could Come with a Rafa Nadal-Approved Forehand When This Luxury Coastal Resort Opens in 2028

Hudson Brown — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 03:44:21 +0000

This sprawling luxury destination will feature serious sporting credentials when it opens in 2028, including Southeast Asia's first Rafa Nadal Tennis Centre.

This Just In: End the Year on a High Note — Lost Paradise 2026 Is Headlined by John Summit, Skepta, KI/KI, Overmono and More

Hudson Brown — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 22:01:18 +0000

Glenworth Valley is also welcoming Chaos in the CBD, Dameeeela, Ned Bennett, Luuk van Dijk, Pretty Girl and more to see out the final days of 2026.

This Just In: Bali's FINNS Beach Club Just Got Even Bigger With A Brand New VIP Section

Chantelle Schmidt — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 09:37:05 +0000

The world-famous Canggu beach club has added 14 premium cabanas, 95 daybeds and a rooftop champagne pool, developed with Moët & Chandon, to its already sprawling Berawa venue.

This Just In: Beyond The Valley Has Revealed This Year's Lineup, Led by John Summit, Black Eyed Peas and Skepta

Eliza Campbell — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 03:46:18 +0000

The Victorian festival's 11th edition brings John Summit's New Year's Eve countdown, an Australian-exclusive Black Eyed Peas set and Skepta's first appearance there since 2019.

The Best Australian Activewear Brands to Know Right Now

Eliza Campbell — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 02:09:34 +0000

From technical performance gear to loungewear built for the cafe (or the couch) — Australian activewear has never had more range.