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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.

CP Picks: Thoughtful and Chic Mother's Day Gifts That She'll Actually Want

Eliza Campbell — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 06:11:31 +0000

Peruse our Mother’s Day gift guide — spanning highly coveted, locally led fashion, wellness, beauty, design and tech objects.

From Elevated Dining to the Best in Beaches: Here's Why Perth Needs to Be On Your Travel Hit List This Year

Concrete Playground — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 05:29:09 +0000

From Indian Ocean sunsets to standout dining and wine regions within reach, Perth is one of Australia’s most rewarding city escapes.

Record Store Day Is Back — Spin Into Your Local Vinyl Shop to Catch Live Gigs, Special Events and Limited-Edition Releases

Hudson Brown — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 03:37:12 +0000

From vinyl drops to live sets, Record Store Day celebrates Australia’s thriving indie record store scene and growing physical music sales.

The Best Independent and Pre-Loved Bookshops in Sydney

Alec Jones — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 03:13:31 +0000

Visit these Sydney bookshops when you're looking for a literary wonderland or your next page-turning escape from the ordinary.

This Two-Night Sydney Harbour Luxury Yacht Trip Features a Five-Course Peter Gilmore Feast — All for $19.74

Hudson Brown — Thu, 09 Apr 2026 05:50:03 +0000

Embark on a luxurious Sydney Harbour adventure, where you'll soak up the views from your yacht and dine on lunch prepared by a local icon.

Coming Soon: Pizza'Mare Delivers the a'Mare Experience Without the Fine-Dining Price Tag

Elizabeth McDonald — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 07:00:57 +0000

The lauded Barangaroo restaurant will expand into a three-part venue — adding a new upstairs pizzeria and aperitivo bar.

Gastronomy, Festivities and Frivolity: A Weekender's Guide to Adelaide During Mad March

Eliza Campbell — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 06:31:36 +0000

Heading to Adelaide for Mad March? Here’s how to spend a weekend during Fringe and WOMADelaide — including where to stay, eat, drink, play and wander.

Turning 125 Years Young, the Lord Roberts Hotel Is Celebrating Its Huge Milestone with a Throwback Menu and Venue Revamp

Hudson Brown — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 03:33:24 +0000

Marking a milestone worth celebrating, this historic Darlinghurst pub is winding back the clock with a month-long specials menu and a retro renovation.

The Nordics' Favourite Fashion Resale App Tise Has Officially Landed in Australia — And There's No Seller Fees

Hudson Brown — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 04:11:31 +0000

Secondhand style lovers have a fresh platform to explore, as this Nordic favourite arrives in Australia, bringing fee-free selling and a social twist.

This Just In: Over a Dozen NSW Pubs and Clubs Lodge Plans to Develop High-Density Housing on Hospitality Sites

Alec Jones — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 23:47:43 +0000

The hospitality industry is turning to the NSW Government to develop housing on historic and heritage venues.

The First Crewed Moon Mission in Over 50 Years Launches Tomorrow Morning and Barely Anyone Seems to be Talking About It

Alec Jones — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 05:26:37 +0000

Take a break from worrying about the world to wonder at those who are leaving it for the first time in decades.

This Just In: Fair Work Commission Scraps Junior Pay Rates for Young Adults in Australia

Alec Jones — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 23:08:58 +0000

A landmark decision will see hundreds of thousands of Aussies get an overdue pay rise.

Inside Fox Coffee, Brisbane's 130kg-a-Week Espresso Powerhouse

Jasmine Wallis — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 22:11:44 +0000

How a humble family-run warehouse coffee roastery in Brisbane's inner north transformed into a local community hub.

Extend Your Easter Break, as Scoot's Latest Sale Features Airfares to Stellar Destinations Across Asia Starting From $182

Hudson Brown — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 05:46:40 +0000

Keep the good times flowing after the long weekend, as this budget airline's latest sale departs to multiple dreamy destinations across Asia.

Coming Soon: Pineapples and Parisian Fare — Ananas Returns to The Rocks with Seasonal French Cuisine and a Champagne Focus

Hudson Brown — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 02:29:36 +0000

Almost a decade since this French brasserie closed, it's returning to The Rocks with a renewed flair for Parisian-style cuisine and pineapple lamps.

This Just In: Some State Governments are Now Offering Free Public Transport Due to the Fuel Crisis — But Others Expect Commuters to Pick up the Bill

Alec Jones — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 00:34:38 +0000

With fuel prices climbing every day and the potential of a recession looming, some Australian states are offering to ease one daily expense.

This Just In: Kylie Minogue Is Headlining the 2026 AFL Grand Final Pre-Game Show

Lauren McNamara — Sun, 29 Mar 2026 22:55:01 +0000

Tune in to the big game this September to see the legendary Australian musician make an overdue AFL Grand Final debut.

Roca Cabana is Byron Bay's Luxe New Pool Club From the Team at Roca

Concrete Playground — Sun, 29 Mar 2026 22:48:02 +0000

Located beside Latin American restaurant Roca, the adults-only pool club pairs ceviche and cocktails with poolside lounging.

Neil Perry's Margaret Has Been Named the Second-Best Steak Restaurant in the World — with 22 Australian Eateries Making the List

Sarah Ward — Sat, 28 Mar 2026 19:41:36 +0000

Almost a fifth of the eateries on the World's 101 Best Steak Restaurants List for 2026 are from Australia.

Coming Soon: The Golden Age of Mid-Century Manhattan Dining Is Headed to Sydney, with Vito's Opening in the Burns Philp Building

Hudson Brown — Fri, 27 Mar 2026 04:29:40 +0000

Sydney is set to channel old New York elegance, as this Italian-American restaurant revives the ritual and romance of mid-century Manhattan dining.