Best of Sydney 2015: Best New Pub

Renovating a pub is one thing, but creating a new local is an art.
Concrete Playground
Published on December 23, 2015
  • Bar

    Hotel Palisade

    35 Bettington Street, Millers Point

    This bar gained a new lease on life in 2015. Keep things casual downstairs, or head upstairs to enjoy the killer view.

  • Bar

    The Village Inn

    9-11 Glenmore Road, Paddington

    Come for the relaxed, Sunday afternoon sessions featuring local musical talent — and local pups.

  • Bar

    The Paddington

    380 Oxford Street, Paddington

    The Oxford Street pub has all the Merivale calling cards: great food, consistent service and constant flow of thirsty patrons.

  • Bar

    The Lord Gladstone

    115 Regent Street, Chippendale

    The Lord Gladstone has amped up the entertainment with more live gigs, parties and art exhibitions.

  • Pub

    Public House Petersham

    292 Stanmore Road, Petersham

    Come for the for the beer garden, stay for the pub grub, natty wine, DJ sets and trivia.

  • Bar

    West Village

    30 Terminus Street, Petersham

    The ol' Cock has a brand new identity and cocktails on tap.

  • Casa Esquina

    79 Elliott Street, Balmain

  • Event

    GABS Craft Beer Fest

    Fri, 30 May - Sat, 31 May 2025

    ICC Sydney, Sydney

    Where can you get a drink from a 120-tap bar? At 2025's Great Australasian Beer Spectapular.

  • News

    GABS Is Set to Build Australia's Longest Bar (with 120 Taps) When the Huge Craft Beer and Cider Festival Returns for 2025

    This just might be the biggest bar that you ever get a drink from — and it's coming to Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane.

  • Guide

    The 16 Best Hotels In Melbourne for 2025

    Whether you're vacationing or staycationing, this lineup of the best hotels in Melbourne will help you live your best life — fine restaurants, premium spas, rooftop pools and pillow menus await.

  • Event

    Kichi Kichi Meet and Eat

    Tue, 18 Mar - Thu, 20 Mar 2025

    Harajuku Gyoza Beer Stadium Darling Harbour, Sydney

    Chef Motokichi Yukimura from Kyoto's Kichi Kichi is whipping up his internet-famous omurice in Sydney — again.

  • News

    Chef Motokichi Yukimura From Kyoto's Kichi Kichi Is Returning to Australia in 2025 to Serve Up His Hit Omurice

    If you haven't tried Japanese omelette rice yet, this is your perfect chance — again.

  • News

    'Joker: Folie à Deux', 'Madame Web' and 'Borderlands' Are All in the Running for 2025's Razzie Awards

    Also picking up plenty of nominations from cinema's least-coveted accolades: 'Megalopolis', 'Reagan' and 'Unfrosted'.

  • News

    The Warehouse Project's 2024 Australian Debut Was Such a Hit That It's Returning in 2025

    A taste of Manchester's rave scene is coming to Sydney and Melbourne again — this time for a night in each city in April.

  • News

    You Can Watch The Royal Botanic Gardens' Rarest Plant Prepare to Flower Via This Round-the-Clock Live Feed

    As Sydney waits for this stinky plant to unfurl its petals for the first time in 15 years, thousands of floral fans are following its progress online.

  • Event

    What's on in Frankston: 2025 Events

    Multiple single dates

    Various Frankston venues

    From European beach clubs to street art and sand sculpting, here's everything hitting Frankston in early 2025.

  • Guide

    The Best Things to Do in Sydney This Weekend

    Embark on a musical odyssey through Middle-earth, catch some of the best short movies in the world or bag some bargains at a top night market.

  • News

    How One of Australia's Most-Beloved Children's Books Finally Became a Movie: Alison Lester and Robert Connolly Talk 'Magic Beach'

    Three and a half decades after it first hit bookshelves, this illustrated favourite has reached the screen in a fittingly imaginative way.

  • Restaurant

    Lankan Filling Station

    58 Riley Street, East Sydney

    This trailblazing Sri Lankan diner is entering a new era of fusion dishes and inventive flavours.

  • Guide

    The Best Italian Restaurants in Sydney

    Find where you'll be carb-loading next in Sydney — whether it's in the form of pasta, pizza or panzanella.

  • Event

    Lunar New Year at The Fullerton Sydney

    Mon, 27 Jan - Sun, 2 Mar 2025

    The Fullerton Hotel Sydney, Sydney

    Lunar New Year is all about food and these mouth-watering, limited edition LNY menus are unmissable.

  • News

    Damn Fine Viewing: Thirteen Must-See David Lynch Movies and TV Shows That You Can Stream Right Now

    Watching 'Twin Peaks', 'Blue Velvet' and the director behind them interrogating a monkey is the best way to pay tribute to a filmmaker like no other.

  • Event

    Writers Revealed: Treasures From the British Library and National Portrait Gallery, London

    Sat, 12 Apr - Sun, 3 Aug 2025

    HOTA, Home of the Arts, Surfers Paradise

    This world-first exhibition pairs author portraits with rare manuscripts, showcasing the work of Jane Austen, Shakespeare and Tolkien and more.

  • News

    Coming Soon: Jane Austen, Shakespeare and Tolkien Are in the Spotlight at Literature Loving-Exhibition 'Writers Revealed'

    Displaying on the Gold Coast, this world-first showcase spans six centuries of work, bringing author portraits and rare manuscripts to Australia.

  • News

    Qantas Is Launching Direct Flights From Australia to Sapporo So You Can Get to Japan's Snowfields Quicker

    The new route flies out of Sydney and will launch this coming December, ready for the 2025–26 snow season.

  • Event

    Warner Bros Discovery Open Air Cinema at Darling Quarter

    Thu, 9 Jan - Sun, 26 Jan 2025

    Village Green, Darling Quarter, Sydney

    Darling Quarter's free outdoor cinema dedicated to Warner Bros films is back with 'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice', 'Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory', 'Man of Steel' and more.

  • Guide

    The Best Things to Do in Sydney This Week

    Catch the final week of the Sydney Festival, lay back and enjoy a movie under the stars, or tuck into a multi-course feast inspired by native Australian ingredients.

  • News

    From Adam Elliot Talking 'Memoir of a Snail' to the Philippous with ONEFOUR, AACTA Festival's 2025 Lineup Just Got Bigger

    Australian actors Damon Herriman, Kate Mulvany, Teresa Palmer and Jack Thompson have also joined the packed program.

  • News

    Reimagining Classic Horror, Reflecting Reality and Scaring Up Resonant Emotion: Julia Garner and Leigh Whannell Chat 'Wolf Man'

    What keeps drawing Garner to on-screen tension and unease — and Whannell to modernising iconic movie monsters? We found out.

  • News

    More Than Just Shooting Stars: Bag Raiders Talk Internet Fame, Creative Freedom and Loving Playing Festivals

    It's been a decade and a half since 'Shooting Stars' helped bring this Australian electronic music duo to fame — and, with their own label, plus frequent sets at fests like AO Live, Jack Glass and Chris Stracey are as inspired as ever.

  • Event

    Thai Select Food Village at The Artistry 2025

    Fri, 7 Feb 2025, Sat, 8 Feb 2025 and Sun, 9 Feb 2025 

    Tumbalong Park, Sydney

    Transport your tastebuds to Thailand at this free-entry festival in Tumbalong Park.

  • News

    Jacob Elordi-Starring Australian Miniseries 'The Narrow Road to the Deep North' Has a Date with Your Streaming Queue in April

    Directed by 'True History of the Kelly Gang' and 'Nitram' filmmaker Justin Kurzel, the five-parter is set to arrive just in time for Easter long-weekend viewing.

  • Event

    Europa! Europa Film Festival

    Wed, 12 Feb - Wed, 12 Mar 2025

    Ritz Cinema, Randwick

    Celebrate European cinema with a packed film festival lineup featuring 44 movies from 26 countries.

  • News

    Europa! Europa Film Festival's 2025 Lineup Serves Up a Feast of European Cinema's Latest and Greatest

    When you're not watching the highest-grossing French movie of 2024 or Sweden's latest Oscar submission, you can catch a restoration of four features by iconic filmmaker François Truffaut.

  • News

    Anarchy in Australia and New Zealand: Sex Pistols Are Touring Down Under for the First Time in Almost 30 Years

    The iconic punk-rock band will play their 1977 record 'Never Mind The Bollocks' when they head this way in April 2025.

  • News

    Love Is on the Lineup — Plus Recent Music-Filled Films — for Your February 2025 Moonlight Cinema Dates

    Program highlights include '10 Things I Hate About You', 'The Notebook', sing-along 'Wicked' sessions, 'Better Man' and 'A Complete Unknown'.

  • News

    In Pictures: Sydney Has Been Thrashed by Severe Thunderstorms with More Wild Weather on the Way

    Forget Sydney's NYE fireworks — Mother Nature has put them to shame with an epic light show in the skies above the Harbour City.

  • Feature

    Coasting Together

    Tens of thousands of kilometres of coastline... where to start? You grab your mates, we'll be on navigation duty.

  • News

    Facing the Tumultuous Nature of Life and Love in a Heartfelt Romance: Andrew Garfield Chats 'We Live in Time'

    "It felt like a real act of service to make this film for myself, but also for an audience, hopefully," the two-time Oscar-nominee told us.

  • Event

    Drake: 'Anita Max Win' Tour

    Multiple single dates

    Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney Olympic Park

    The 'Hotline Bling' performer 'The Degrassi: The Next Generation' star is returning Down Under for the first time in eight years.

  • Event

    Bluesfest

    Thu, 17 Apr - Sun, 20 Apr 2025

    Byron Events Farm, Tyagarah

    Chaka Khan, Toto, Crowded House, Hilltop Hoods, Missy Higgins, Vance Joy, Ocean Alley and more are all playing this Byron Bay favourite in 2025.

  • News

    Too Good: Drake's 2025 Australian Tour Has Been Extended Again with New Sydney and Brisbane Gigs

    The five-time Grammy-winner's trip Down Under keeps getting bigger — now he's sticking around in March, too.

  • News

    Chaka Khan and Toto Have Joined Bluesfest's Already-Packed Easter Long Weekend 2025 Lineup

    The Queen of Funk and the yacht-rock favourites behind 'Africa' are headed to Byron Bay in April.

  • Event

    The Play That Goes Wrong

    Thu, 19 Jun - Sun, 3 Aug 2025

    Sydney Opera House, Sydney

    This comedic production about a chaotic play focuses on The Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society's efforts to stage a murder-mystery.

  • News

    Where to Find the Best Ice Cream and Gelato in Sydney

    Whether you like your scoops creamy, salty, deep-fried or vegan, you can find them here.

  • News

    One of the Royal Botanic Garden's Rarest (and Smelliest) Flowers Is About to Bloom for the First Time in 15 Years

    Starring the world's largest flower, it will be a botanical spectacle like no other, but you may want to hold your nose if you visit this infamously stinky plant.

  • Promotion

    Betty's Burgers Is Serving Up a Smashing Good Deal for Summer

    Ace a summer meal with this time-limited $15 deal.

  • Event

    All About Women

    Sat, 8 Mar - Sun, 9 Mar 2025

    Sydney Opera House and online, Sydney

    2025's two-day lineup includes events with Kate Berlant, Gina Chick, Kara Swisher, Rachel House, Jaguar Jonze, Grace Tame and more.

  • News

    The Matildas, Discrimination in the Music Industry and the Impacts of Skincare Routines: All About Women's 2025 Program Is Here

    Whether you're heading along in-person at Sydney Opera House or joining in online, this stacked two-day lineup features more than 50 speakers.

  • Feature

    Tourism New Zealand: If You Seek

    Aotearoa New Zealand is Australia’s closest neighbour, yet worlds apart.

  • Guide

    Savour the Seasons: Where to Enjoy New Zealand's Most Exquisite Eats

    No matter the time of year, there's something exciting to discover (and taste) year-round.

  • News

    The Top Nine Dining and Drinking Trends to Look Out For in Sydney in 2025

    Hotel restaurants, mini martinis, disused buildings and bread and butter courses are ready to whet your appetite for the year ahead.

  • News

    Coming Soon: Celebrated Restaurateurs Josh and Julie Niland Are Opening Their First Boutique Hotel in Paddington

    The hospitality power couple behind The Fish Butchery, Petermen and Saint Peter are hoping to replicate the success of their restaurant businesses as hoteliers.

  • Event

    Mardi Gras Film Festival Online

    Fri, 28 Feb - Tue, 11 Mar 2025

    Online

    This celebration of queer cinema doesn't just happen in-person in Sydney —it lets you stream along from home nationwide.

  • Event

    Mardi Gras Film Festival

    Thu, 13 Feb - Thu, 27 Feb 2025

    Various cinemas in Sydney

    Recent award-winners, beloved classics, must-see documentaries, star-studded shorts, 'Sister Act' sing-alongs: they're all on the 2025 MGFF lineup.

  • News

    Mardi Gras Film Festival Has Unveiled a Packed 2025 Lineup to Watch in Cinemas and Via Streaming

    For her last year at the helm, Festival Director Lisa Rose has locked in a program of almost 150 films, including recent award-winners and beloved classics.

  • Event

    An Evening with David Sedaris

    Mon, 10 Feb - Tue, 11 Feb 2025

    Concert Hall, Sydney Opera House, Sydney

    David Sedaris is bringing his latest tour to Sydney Opera House in February to delight NPR obsessives.

  • News

    Eat, Stay and Play Amongst Nature in Singapore

    Get your nature fix without leaving the city.

  • News

    'The Last of Us' Season Two Will Hit Your Streaming Queue From April — and It Has a New Teaser Trailer

    The Pedro Pascal- and Bella Ramsey-starring game-to-TV hit's seven-episode second season is set five years after its first batch of episodes.

  • Feature

    Travel Guide: Dolomites

    Have you ever wondered where the Europeans holiday in Europe? This under-the-radar region may be the answer.

  • News

    The Easiest Way to Travel Top to Bottom Around Singapore, and Where to Stop Along the Way

    Say goodbye to feeling lost with Singapore's incredibly efficient MRT system.

  • Guide

    Where to Find the Best Pizza in Sydney

    From pepperoni-topped slices to vegan rounds, if it's pizza you're craving, we've got you covered.

  • News

    Sydney's Bathhouse Revolution: The New Wave of Wellness Retreats Where Relaxation Is a Group Activity

    Sydney's bathhouse boom is heralding a new self-care era in the Harbour City, where long, soothing soaks and fun hangs with friends are one and the same.

  • News

    When a Hit Aussie Series Pairs Missing-Person Mysteries with Social Issues: Jana McKinnon and Kat Stewart Talk 'Black Snow'

    In its second season, this Travis Fimmel-led thriller searches for a 21-year-old gone AWOL, while also touching upon the housing crisis.

  • News

    Eleven 2025 Golden Globe-Winning Films and TV Shows That You Can (and Should) Watch Right Now

    Make a cinema or couch date with a freshly minted Golden Globe-winner — here's what you can watch right away, and where.

  • News

    'The Brutalist', 'Shogun', 'Emilia Pérez', 'Baby Reindeer', 'Wicked': They All Picked Up Awards at 2025's Golden Globes

    'A Real Pain', 'Challengers', 'Hacks', 'The Bear' and 'The Penguin' also just earned themselves some shiny trophies.

  • News

    Meet the Trailblazing Brew Masters Behind Marrickville's Booming Craft Beer Scene

    In the heart of the Inner West, a small yet vibrant suburb is bursting with craft brews. We talked to the pioneering brewery owners who have made this corner of Sydney the city's craft beer capital.

  • Event

    Native Australia Degustation at NEL

    Tue, 14 Jan - Sat, 14 Jun 2025

    Nel Restaurant, Sydney

    The Sydney fine diner is kicking off 2025 with a 12-course degustation exploring the culinary riches of the Land Down Under.

  • News

    Unpacking the Reality of Mumbai Life for Women in a Cannes Award-Winner: Payal Kapadia Chats 'All We Imagine as Light'

    With her fictional feature debut, this Indian filmmaker has earned a Best Director Golden Globe nomination and made Barack Obama's list of favourite movies for 2024.

  • News

    Remaking the Music Biopic with Motion-Capture and a CGI Monkey: Michael Gracey and Jonno Davies Talk 'Better Man'

    Bringing an IRL music star's story to the screen is a cinema go-to, but there's never been a version like this Australian-made, Robbie Williams-focused movie.

  • Guide

    The Best Things to Do in Sydney This January

    Here's your guide to filling this month in Sydney with all the best food, drink, films, live music, pop-ups and activations this wonderful city has to offer.

  • News

    Six Aussie Surf Spots Only the Locals Know About

    Add these Australian breaks to your bucket list.

  • News

    Giving a Horror Icon a New Bite: Robert Eggers, Willem Dafoe, Emma Corrin and Aaron Taylor-Johnson Chat 'Nosferatu'

    Over a century ago, an unofficial adaptation of Bram Stoker's 'Dracula' reached cinemas — and now the filmmaker behind 'The Witch' brings his own version to the screen.

  • News

    When IRL Anxieties, Experiences and Personal History Inspire an Absolute Dramedy Gem: Jesse Eisenberg Talks 'A Real Pain'

    For his second feature as a filmmaker after 2022's 'When You Finish Saving the World', the Oscar-nominated actor keeps exploring what pain is valid.

  • Feature

    Ham Sandwich Season

    Survive the murky blur of days between Christmas and New Year's with a mix of culinary and local exploration.

  • News

    A Summer Guide To Easy Eats On The Days Between Christmas And New Years

    Once the big day has come and gone, there’s no reason to toil too hard for lunch.

  • News

    James Gunn on the First 'Superman' Trailer: How the Comic Book-Loving Director Is Bringing the Man of Steel Back to the Big Screen

    Here's your initial look at the first film in the new DC Universe — and the filmmaker leading the charge (including as co-CEO of DC Studios) told us all about it.

  • News

    The Best Dining Offers You Can Enjoy During Sydney Festival 2025

    Satisfy your stomach before you nourish your soul with these exclusive offers from top Sydney restaurants, exclusively available during this year's fest.

  • Cafe

    Hippo Espresso

    468 The Esplanade, Warners Bay

    One of the most beloved cafes in the state can be found in Warners Bay.

  • News

    'Squid Game' at Bondi Icebergs: The Netflix Hit's Latest Pop-Up Just Took Over Sydney's Iconic Beachside Pool

    Here's what happened when a game of 'Red Light, Green Light' took place at one of Australia's most-photographed spots.

  • Tokyo Lamington & the Bakery

    140 Marrickville Road, Marrickville

    The cult-favourite cube lamingtons are joined by Asian-fusion savoury delights at this Marrickville bakery.

  • News

    Tricks, Trysts and Tigers: How the Lives of Infamous Illusionists Siegfried and Roy Became an (Unauthorised) Opera

    The headline show of Sydney Festival 2025 immortalises two of the most famous magicians of all time — and the big cat who ended their careers.

  • Promotion

    Make the Most of Sydney International Art Series with a Three-in-One Art Pass Ticket

    140 George Street, The Rocks

    Streamline your experience of one of Sydney’s biggest art events with a few quick clicks.

  • Event

    DUNGEONS & DRAGONS The Twenty-Sided Tavern

    Sun, 15 Dec 2024 - Sat, 8 Mar 2025

    Sydney Opera House, Sydney

    This live 'Dungeons & Dragons' show has finally rolled into Australia for its Down Under premiere at the Sydney Opera House.

  • News

    2025's AACTA Festival Has Added Leigh Whannell and Paul Kelly to Its Already-Packed Program

    Colin and Cameron Cairnes will also chat about 'Late Night with the Devil', and Michael Gracey will unpack 'Better Man'.

  • Event

    AACTA Festival

    Wed, 5 Feb - Sun, 9 Feb 2025

    HOTA, Home of the Arts, Surfers Paradise

    This returning celebration of Australian film and TV features 100-plus events over five days, complete with Working Dog, Leigh Whannell, Paul Kelly and more.

  • Feature

    Travel Guide: Oaxaca City

    Welcome to Mexico's colourful hub of culture and culinary delights.

  • News

    Twenty-Five Movies That You Can Stream This Christmas No Matter How You Feel About the Festive Season

    Pour a glass of eggnog, find your comfiest spot on the couch, then enjoy everything from 'The Holdovers' and 'Die Hard' to 'Last Christmas' and 'Eyes Wide Shut'.

  • Guide

    The Most Popular Restaurants in Sydney for 2024

    These are the spots you went looking for this year, from dazzling hawker markets to Japanese dining hubs — and lots of pasta, of course.

  • Guide

    The Best Free Events to Catch During Sydney Festival 2025

    Sydney Festival is saving your wallet this summer with a cost-of-living defying program of free events throughout January.

  • Event

    Re-Stor(y)ing Oceania

    Thu, 1 Jan, 1970

    Artspace Sydney, Woolloomooloo

    Climate activism and art collide at these interactive installation-based events in Woolloomooloo.

  • Event

    What We Leave Behind

    Sat, 4 Jan - Tue, 28 Jan 2025

    Museum of Contemporary Art Australia, The Rocks

    This evolving sculpture weaves together our collective hopes for the future of our environment.

  • Event

    Telly Tuita: The Ta and Va of Tongpop

    Sat, 4 Jan - Sun, 26 Jan 2025

    Walsh Bay, Walsh Bay

    Eye-popping colour, a bold mix of cultural and urban symbolism, and a playful irreverence are the trademarks of this Tongan artist.

  • Event

    The Water Understands

    Thu, 1 Jan, 1970

    Manly Art Gallery & Museum, Manly

    Enter an exploration of the importance of water to humanity — a topic that has been examined from multiple angles for thousands of years.

  • Event

    Swing! Circus at Darling Harbour

    Thu, 1 Jan, 1970

    Tumbalong Park, Sydney

    See a talented crew of aspiring circus artists fly through the air with the greatest of ease at these free performances in Darling Harbour.

  • Event

    Art Up Late: Manly Art Gallery & Museum

    Thu, 9 Jan, 2025

    Manly Art Gallery & Museum, Manly

    Take a deep dive into an exhibition exploring the wonders of water while enjoying live music, artists talks and a glass of wine.

  • Event

    Enigma: Immersive Sound and Video Art

    Wed, 23 Oct 2024 - Tue, 28 Jan 2025

    Walsh Bay, Walsh Bay

    This avant-garde revue showcasing some of Australia's most innovative artists combines video installations, sound sculptures and more.

  • Guide

    The Most Popular Bars in Sydney for 2024

    Beloved drinking holes, new brewery bars and a whole lot of rooftops — they’ve all grabbed your attention this year.

  • Event

    Flickerfest Sydney 2025

    Fri, 17 Jan - Sun, 26 Jan 2025

    Bondi Pavilion, Bondi Beach

    Sydney's only Academy® qualifying short film festival returns for the 34th year running.

  • News

    Aunty Donna Are Unleashing Their Brand-New Live Sketch Show 'Drem' on a Huge 2025 Global Tour

    This news will go down well with a little bit of Christmas pud, with Down Under shows locked in for both Australia and New Zealand.

  • News

    Pleasure, Pain and Vacation Chaos Await in the First Teaser Trailer for 'The White Lotus' Season Three

    Starring Walton Goggins and Parker Posey, the Thailand-set third instalment of HBO's acclaimed anthology series arrives in February 2025.

  • News

    The Final Christmas Countdown: Last Minute Gifts for Her

    Treat the ladies in your life to something special this Christmas.

  • Promotion

    Seeking Serenity? You Can Book an Idyllic South Coast Winery Escape with an Extra $150 to Spend as Credit

    58 Washburton Road, Ulladulla

    Because a good holiday can never have too many bonuses.

  • News

    Returning to Middle-Earth for an Anime 'Lord of the Rings' Prequel: Miranda Otto Chats Reprising Éowyn in 'The War of the Rohirrim'

    The noblewoman of Rohan narrates the franchise's first film in a decade — and the Australian actor behind her understands that "this character was really significant to a lot women growing up".

  • Event

    Sydney Symphony Under the Stars

    Sat, 18 Jan, 2025

    Parramatta Park, Parramatta

    At this free event, you can enjoy a rousing evening of classical hits and new Australian masterworks while sitting under the summer stars.

  • News

    Now Open: Australia's Largest-Ever Yayoi Kusama Retrospective Exhibition Is Filled with Dots, Mirrors and Tentacles

    You've got until April 2025 to see 200 of the Japanese artist's works at this dazzling showcase at Melbourne's NGV International.

  • News

    The Best Waterfalls Near Sydney You Can Swim Under

    Don't stick to the rivers and the lakes that you're used to — nor the crammed Sydney beaches.

  • News

    The Best Coastal Camping Spots in NSW for 2025

    Pitch your tent, then into the surf with you.

  • News

    Checking Out of 'The White Lotus', Then Into an Underground Bunker in a Stellar Dystopian Thriller: Steve Zahn Talks 'Silo'

    Since 90s favourite 'Reality Bites', Steve Zahn has been a constant screen presence, including starring in particularly excellent TV shows over the past few years.

  • News

    The Top Page-Turning Titles of 2024 and Who to Gift Them to This Christmas

    We've distilled the most popular literary releases of 2024 with a little help from the experts.

  • Event

    The FRIENDS™ Experience: The One in Sydney

    Sat, 5 Oct 2024 - Sun, 16 Feb 2025

    The Fullerton Hotel Sydney, Sydney

    Way better than rewatching all 236 episodes, again.

  • News

    The Best Coastal Walks in Sydney to Try This Summer

    Summer is here, so isn't it about time you got off of the couch and onto the coast? These blissful seaside strolls deliver stunning ocean views, native flora and fauna, and even the occasional beachside cafe.

  • News

    2024's Geminids Meteor Shower Is Brightening Australia's Night Skies in December — Here's When to Look Up

    This impressive starry event is at its peak for 2024 overnight between December 13 and 14.

  • News

    The 'Squid Game' 'Red Light, Green Light' Doll Is Back in Australia — and 300 Pink Guards Escorted It Across Sydney Harbour

    The Netflix hit continues to pop up Down Under — and you can head to Luna Park to play 'Squid Game: The Experience'.

  • Event

    Squid Game: The Experience

    Sat, 14 Dec 2024 - Sun, 2 Feb 2025

    Luna Park, Milsons Point

    This immersive 'Squid Game' experience at Sydney's Luna Park will get you playing 'Red Light, Green Light' IRL.

  • News

    'Wicked', 'A Complete Unknown', the OG 'Freaky Friday': They're All Screening at Moonlight Cinema in January 2025

    You can also catch 'We Live in Time', 'Heretic', 'Mufasa: The Lion King' and 'Maria' under the stars to start the new year.

  • News

    The Most-Beautiful Coastal Stays That You Can Book in Noosa

    Beach sessions, rainforest treks and breezy holiday vibes await you on Queensland's Sunshine Coast.

  • News

    The Final Christmas Countdown: Last Minute Gifts for Him

    Christmas presents that aren’t socks and undies.

  • Event

    NGV Friday Nights: Yayoi Kusama

    Fri, 20 Dec 2024 - Fri, 18 Apr 2025

    NGV International, Melbourne

    The NGV's big Yayoi Kusama exhibition is hosting after-hours parties so you can spend Friday evenings surrounded by dots and pumpkins.

  • News

    The NGV's Big Yayoi Kusama Exhibition Is Hosting After-Hours Parties So You Can Spend Friday Evenings Surrounded by Dots

    NGV Friday Nights is returning for 18 weeks — and acclaimed chef Martin Benn is also doing a residency at the NGV Garden Restaurant during the exhibition.

  • News

    Starring Guy Pearce and 'Shogun' Alum Cosmo Jarvis, 'Inside' Is One of 2025's Must-See Australian Films — and It Has a Trailer

    After winning the short film Palme d'Or in 2018, Australian director Charles Williams makes his feature debut with this prison-set crime thriller.

  • News

    SXSW Sydney Has Announced Its 2025 Dates — and After a Huge Event in 2024, It's Planning Another Big Fest

    The second-ever SXSW Down Under featured 1400 conference sessions, 95 screenings, 315 performances and 150 games.

  • News

    Which Lune Croissant Tastes the Best? We Tried Them All to Find Out

    Melbourne's celebrated croissanterie has finally landed in Sydney. Here's how to make the most of your visit.

  • News

    Here's When You'll Be Saying "Oui" to Movies at the 2025 Alliance Française French Film Festival — and the First Flicks to See

    A new version of 'The Count of Monte Cristo', Charlotte Gainsbourg's latest film and a tale of sibling rivalry featuring 'Emily in Paris' star Camille Razat are all on the lineup.

  • News

    Jetstar's Pre-Christmas 2024 Sale Is Discounting 140,000 Domestic and International Flights — and Fares Start at $35

    Give yourself the gift of cheap flights to Uluru, Hamilton Island, Hobart, Bali, Seoul, Osaka and more.

  • News

    Danny Boyle and Alex Garland's Zombie Franchise Is Back in the Stunning First Trailer for '28 Years Later'

    More than two decades ago, '28 Days Later' helped bring Cillian Murphy to fame — and now its second sequel stars Jodie Comer, Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Ralph Fiennes.

  • Event

    Bobbie's Golden Hour

    Tue, 10 Dec - Thu, 12 Dec 2024

    Bobbie's Double Bay, Double Bay

    You can drink at one of the ritziest bars in town without breaking the bank thanks to this generous happy hour deal with discounted cocktails and free snacks.

  • Guide

    The 50 Best Bars in Sydney Right Now — Ranked

    Whether you're on the hunt for an extensive mezcal collection, an intimate date-night spot or the best bar snacks around, these are our picks for the best bars in Sydney.

  • News

    'Squid Game' in St Kilda: Here's What Happened When 200 Pink Guards Took Over an Australian Beach

    To celebrate the show's upcoming return, 200 ominous figures from the Netflix hit spent a morning at a famous Melbourne location.

  • News

    Coming Soon: Lottie Is the Poolside Mexican Diner Bringing House-Made Tortillas and Rare Agave Spirits to The EVE

    Sip signature cocktails or settle in for an al fresco evening of elevated Central American dining at this lush rooftop restaurant and bar at a luxury boutique stay in Surry Hills.

  • News

    Seafood Savants Josh and Julie Niland Have Announced That Their North Shore Restaurant Petermen Is Closing

    The highly-lauded fine diner in St Leonards is the latest victim of the unprecedented closure crisis hammering Sydney's hospitality sector.

  • News

    Small Changes to Your Hospo Business to Turn Your Customers Loyal

    “By rewarding repeat visits and offering exclusive deals to regular customers, we've fostered a stronger connection and encouraged more frequent returns.”

  • News

    From 'Emilia Pérez' and 'The Substance' to 'The Bear' and 'Shogun', Here's 2025's Golden Globe Nominees

    'The Brutalist', 'Conclave', 'Anora', 'Wicked', 'Only Murders in the Building', 'Nobody Wants This' and 'Baby Reindeer' are also on the list.

  • News

    Now Open: TRYP by Wyndham Southport Is the Gold Coast's New 4.5-Star Apartment Hotel with a Rooftop Pool

    At this chain's first Queensland site, you'll also find an Italian and Mediterranean restaurant serving up dishes — and a luxe day spa is on the way.

  • News

    Game On: 200 Pink Guards From 'Squid Game' Are Taking Over St Kilda Beach for One Ominous Morning

    Season two of Netflix's South Korean hit arrives on Boxing Day — but the show is making its presence known Down Under first.

  • News

    The Hunt Is On in Both the Past and the Present in the New Trailer for 'Yellowjackets' Season Three

    "Once upon a time, a bunch of teenage girls got stranded in the wilderness — and they went completely nuts."

  • News

    Innies, Outies and More Workplace Nightmares: The Full Trailer for 'Severance' Season Two Is Here

    It's time to clock back in at Lumon Industries, with Mark S and his colleagues discovering the consequences of messing with the company's approach to work-life balance.

  • News

    The Big List of Nominees for 2025's AACTA Awards Includes 'Boy Swallows Universe', 'Furiosa' and 'Late Night with the Devil'

    Also scoring a heap of nods: 'Better Man' and 'How to Make Gravy' among the film categories, and 'Thou Shalt Not Steal', 'Colin From Accounts' and 'The Artful Dodger' in the TV fields.

  • Restaurant

    Margaret

    30-36 Bay Street, Double Bay

    Culinary icon Neil Perry shares the most intimate and personal menu of his career at this award-winning restaurant in Double Bay.

  • Guide

    From Concerts to Cricket: Here Are the Unmissable Events in Sydney This Summer

    Make the most of Sydney's sunny season with concerts, cricket, markets and more.

  • Event

    The Thunder Sydney Smash

    Sat, 21 Dec, 2024

    ENGIE Stadium, Sydney Olympic Park

    Soak up an early Christmas treat as Sydney’s fiercest rivals go head-to-head in the Thunder Derby.

  • Event

    The Boxing Day Bash

    Thu, 26 Dec, 2024

    Sydney Cricket Ground, Moore Park

    Watch all the action as the Sixers and Stars show just how deep the Sydney-Melbourne rivalry runs.

  • Event

    The Sixers Sydney Smash

    Fri, 17 Jan, 2025

    Sydney Cricket Ground, Moore Park

    Catch a rematch of the Sydney derby to see if it’s revenge or winner-take-all.

  • News

    Ten of the Most Blissful Waterfront Stays You Can Book in East Gippsland

    This regional gem is filled with idyllic waterfront retreats offering the ultimate antidote to city life.

  • News

    When Pharrell Williams Asks You to Make a Documentary About Him Using Lego: Morgan Neville Chats 'Piece by Piece'

    Celebrating imagination and creativity is at the heart of this step through the famed producer, 'Happy' singer, and Daft Punk and Snoop Dogg collaborator's life and career.

  • News

    Big Bash For Beginners: A Starter Guide If You Don't Know Your Silly Mid-On From Your Stumps

    From bucketheads and fireworks to seagulls and personalities, here’s the lowdown on Big Bash cricket.

  • News

    The Ten Best Ocean Pools in Sydney for a Dip This Summer

    Head to these stunning ocean pools to enjoy Sydney's best beaches, safe from rips and sharks.

  • Guide

    The Best Rooftop Bars in Sydney Right Now

    The only way is up at these sky-bound bars, where crisp drinks and yummy snacks come with a generous pour of fun in the sun.

  • News

    "A Level of Thoughtful Indulgence": Mocha Mousse Is Pantone's Colour of the Year for 2025

    The Pantone Colour Institute's latest pick for hue of the year was chosen for being "sophisticated and lush, yet at the same time an unpretentious classic".

  • News

    Coming Soon: 1 Hotels Is Opening Its First Australian Outpost in Melbourne's Revitalised Northbank Precinct in May 2025

    The Melbourne hotel will feature a luxury day spa, several drinking and dining destinations, a resident-only rooftop, and over 270 plant-filled rooms overlooking the Yarra.

  • News

    We Asked These Hospo Legends About the Most Impactful Change They Made to Their Business

    "Ask people smarter than you for advice, plan well and crack on. When you find the problems, fix them."

  • Event

    First Films

    Thu, 5 Dec - Sun, 8 Dec 2024

    Golden Age Cinema & Bar, Surry Hills

    Every filmmaker starts somewhere — and if they've impressed Golden Age, they're on the lineup at this returning showcase of impressive debut features.

  • News

    Bringing a Classic Paul Kelly Song (and Christmas Favourite) to the Screen: Hugo Weaving and Daniel Henshall Talk 'How to Make Gravy'

    Appreciating your loved ones, sifting through masculinity's complexities, reteaming two of Australia’s best actors: that's all part of the latest Aussie festive film.

  • News

    Qantas' Big Pre-Christmas Sale with Fares From $109 Is Your Latest Chance to Give Yourself the Gift of Travel

    More than 800,000 seats have been discounted across 170-plus domestic routes, including flights to 17 destinations for under $150 one way.

  • Guide

    Where to Find the Best Steak in Sydney

    From dry-aged cuts to highly marbled wagyu — we've got no beef with this list of the best places to slice into a juicy, perfectly seared and expertly rested steak.

  • Event

    The Griffin Theatre Company 2025 Season

    Fri, 14 Feb 2025 - Sun, 15 Nov 2026

    All around Sydney, Sydney

    We’ve officially called it, 2025 is the year of going to the theatre, non-drama kids included.

  • News

    The Ten Best Secret Beaches in Sydney For a Secluded Summer Swim

    Beat the crowds this sunny season with a trip to these more secluded sands.

  • Feature

    Travel Guide: Tokyo

    Japan's capital city is the perfect intersection of rich cultural heritage, cutting-edge technology and world-class dining, plus quirky experiences to boot.

  • News

    Ten Treehouses Around Australia You Can Book for an Immersive Nature Getaway

    Book a stay deep in the Blue Mountains or a stone's throw away from the Great Barrier Reef.

  • News

    Mark Your Calendar: 'The White Lotus' Season Three Will Arrive in February 2025, Then New 'The Last of Us' in Autumn

    Come winter 2025, new 'Game of Thrones' prequel 'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms' is set to hit your streaming queue, too.

  • News

    From Festive Feasts to Al Fresco Films, Here's Everything to Get You in the Holiday Spirit at The Rocks Homegrown Christmas 2024

    Enjoy long summer days with Aussie music, local markets and delicious food at The Rocks this silly season. 

  • News

    "The Best Version": Modern Middle Eastern Diner Nour Is Entering a New Era Under Head Chef Ibrahim Kasif

    After nine triumphant years serving Sydneysiders its award-winning dishes, this Surry Hills stalwart has appointed a visionary chef to lead it into its next decade of dining.

  • News

    Food with a View: What To Barbecue on Your Apartment Balcony, According to a Professional Grill Master

    "There's something magical about barbecuing that goes beyond the food itself. I love how barbecuing brings people together."

  • News

    Drake Has Added New Dates to His 2025 Australian Tour Before General Ticket Sales Even Kick Off

    Due to demand, Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane are all getting an extra show by the five-time Grammy-winner this summer.

  • News

    Opening Soon: A Checklist For Starting a Small Business So You Don't Miss Anything

    "At the time, we didn't know where this journey would take us."

  • News

    Australian Venue Co Has Walked Back Its Decision to No Longer Host Australia Day Events Following a Major Backlash

    The hospitality group has released a statement in response to widespread outrage and calls to boycott its venues.

  • News

    Local Legends: Aaryn of Hippo Espresso on Lake Macquarie's Coffee Scene and Recognising Stars by Their Orders

    "My secret to getting a perfect cup every time…get someone else to make it. Things always taste better when you don’t have to make it yourself."

  • Event

    Cats & Dogs

    Fri, 1 Nov 2024 - Sun, 20 Jul 2025

    The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia, Melbourne

    Featuring 250-plus works, NGV Australia's adorable exhibition agrees that there's no such thing as too many pet pictures.

  • News

    Now Open: NGV Australia's 'Cats & Dogs' Exhibition Agrees That There's No Such Thing as Too Many Pet Pictures

    From the ‘Chat Noir’ art nouveau poster to pieces by First Nations artists, more than 250 works featuring cats and dogs are on display.

  • News

    First Look: Sydney's Luxury Boutique Stay The EVE Is an Inner-City Hotel with Tropical Resort Vibes

    This new Surry Hills hotel melding hospitality with bespoke artistic charm is offering an exclusive launch package to welcome its first guests in style.

  • Event

    Laneway Cinema at The Rocks

    Wed, 6 Nov 2024 - Wed, 26 Mar 2025

    Atherden Street, The Rocks, The Rocks

    This free excuse to see movies under the stars themes its monthly lineups — including Christmas classics in December, of course.

  • News

    Championing Kindness, Laughing Through Pain and Learning From Harrison Ford: Jason Segel and Bill Lawrence Chat 'Shrinking' 

    How do you make a warm-hearted sitcom about therapists that balances humour with deep emotion? We found out from two of this Apple TV+ gem's guiding forces.

  • News

    Lune's Legendary Croissants Will (Finally) Be Available To Sydneysiders This Week

    After five years of waiting, the revered croissanterie has announced its official opening date in the Harbour City.

  • News

    One of Australia's Biggest Hospitality Groups Will No Longer Hold Events Celebrating January 26

    Australia Day events will be axed at the more than 200 venues nationwide operated by Australian Venue Co.

  • News

    Domestic Flights Start at $35 and International Fares at $149 in Jetstar's Big 2024 Cyber Monday Sale

    You've got two days to get a travel bargain — including on overseas flights to Singapore, Phuket, Bali, Honolulu, Osaka and Tokyo.

  • Event

    Westpac OpenAir 2025

    Thu, 9 Jan - Tue, 18 Feb 2025

    Mrs Macquarie's Point, Sydney

    Sydney's most beautiful outdoor cinema is returning for 2025 with a standout program and food from three top Sydney chefs.

  • Feature

    Small Changes, Big Impact

    Advice from the best in the business, at your fingertips.

  • News

    Golden Century 2.0: The Legendary Dim Sum and Late-Night Chinese Diner Is Being Resurrected at Crown Towers

    Bondi Icebergs Dining Room and Bar will also be opening a new outpost at The Crown in the biggest shake-up to the hotel's dining offering since it opened in 2020.

  • News

    More 'Spicks and Specks' Is on the Way: The ABC's Beloved Music Quiz Show Is Returning in 2025

    Hands on buzzers again — Adam Hills, Myf Warhurst and Alan Brough will be back for another season.

  • News

    Now Open: A Punk-Powered Dive Bar From Cocktail Visionary Matt Whiley and the Maybe Sammy Crew Has Landed in the CBD

    Come for the raw, rebellious energy and retro dive decor, but stay for the top-shelf cocktails from a rockstar bar team.

  • News

    Five Unexpected (and Undoubtedly Australian) Swimming Spots to Discover Around the Country

    The authors of 'Places We Swim' pick five all-time swimming spots that every Australian water lover should visit.

  • News

    Drake Is Returning Down Under in 2025 for the First Time in Eight Years on His 'Anita Max Win' Tour

    The five-time Grammy-winner is playing both Australia and New Zealand in February and March 2025.

  • Restaurant

    Island Radio

    Baptist Street, Redfern

    A dazzling fitout, an affordable bar menu and a killer location make this Southeast Asian hawker-inspired diner a colourful newcomer to Surry Hills' dining scene.

  • News

    How to Avoid Common Hiccups When Starting a Hospo Business, According to Industry Legends

    We spoke to the owners of two longstanding venues about their pointers for starting out and what they would have done differently.

  • News

    Euro Summer Down Under: How to Have a Med-Inspired Escape in Orange

    Soak up the sun with spectacular sights, sips and spreads this summer.

  • News

    Shaken Up: Standout Happy Hours Around Singapore's Cutting-Edge Cocktail Scene

    Go happy-hour-hopping from a bar inspired by Little India to a classic American steakhouse and a rooftop bar overlooking the Singapore River.

  • Guide

    The Best New Restaurants and Bars in Sydney You Need to Visit

    Discover your next dining obsession with our cheat sheet to the best new venues in town.

  • News

    Now Open: ACMI's 'The Future & Other Fictions' Exhibition Celebrates Creative Visions of What Might Come

    'Blade Runner 2049', 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever', 'Cyberpunk 2077', Björk: they're all featured at this world-premiere showcase.

  • News

    History and Highballs: How Suntory Continues to Bring Japanese Spirits to the World

    Suntory is celebrating 125 years of leadership in Japanese drinking culture in 2024.

  • Bar

    Li'l Darlin Crows Nest

    23 Willoughby Road, Crows Nest

    Surry Hills' playful restaurant and bar now has a sibling, pairing cocktails and sharing menus in the lower North Shore.

  • Guide

    The Best Christmas Events and Markets in Sydney to Visit This Festive Season

    Find gifts for all your nearest and dearest as well as delicious produce, live entertainment and a fun, festive atmosphere to ring in the season.

  • Event

    Jolly Market

    Fri, 13 Dec - Sun, 22 Dec 2024

    Belmore Park, Central, Sydney

    Francophiles rejoice: this annual celebration of French cuisine and yuletide cheer returns with a yummy eats, artisan goods and a festive atmosphere.

  • News

    Virgin's 2024 Black Friday Sale Is Discounting One-Million-Plus Domestic and International Flights with Fares From $49

    Give yourself the gift of a future getaway to The Whitsundays, Bali, Fiji, Queenstown, Hobart and more thanks to these cheap flights.

  • Event

    Sydney Fish Market 36-Hour Seafood Marathon

    Mon, 23 Dec - Tue, 24 Dec 2024

    Sydney Fish Market, Sydney

    Succulent seafood, live entertainment, cooking demos and festive masterclasses, and a festive atmosphere make this annual market one of the season's most popular events.

  • Event

    Carriageworks Christmas Markets

    Sat, 21 Dec, 2024

    Carriageworks, Eveleigh

    Pick up last-minute presents plus all the fresh produce you need for your Christmas Day feast at this yuletide edition of the popular weekly farmers' market.

  • News

    Now Open: This Huge Machu Picchu Exhibition Has Arrived in Australia with 134 Priceless Treasures and a Virtual-Reality Tour

    In its only season Down Under, 'Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru' is on display at the Australian Museum in Sydney.

  • News

    A Glorious Movie Lineup in a Gorgeous Location: Westpac Openair Cinema Has Unveiled Its Full 2025 Program

    The Australian premieres of Nicole Kidman's new film 'Babygirl' and the Daniel Craig-starring 'Queer' are just some of the highlights.

  • News

    You Can Nab a Free Flight Home From Tokyo, Honolulu, Bali and Hamilton Island in Jetstar's 2024 Black Friday Sale

    You pay for your flight heading away, the airline throws in the leg home without you paying a cent — including on trips to Osaka, Singapore, Queenstown and more.

  • Promotion

    Get the Tech You've Been Dreaming of All Year with JB Hi-Fi's Black Friday Deals

    Grab that new TV you've been eyeing up all year, now's the time.

  • News

    Yayoi Kusama Is Turning 60-Plus Melbourne Trees Into Her Latest Polka Dot-Covered (and Bright Pink) Artwork

    As part of her huge exhibition at the NGV, the trees in all four lanes of St Kilda Road in front of the gallery are being wrapped in spotted fabric.

  • News

    Ten of the Most-Secluded Waterfront Getaways You Can Book on the Northern Beaches

    You can't jump on a plane to the Riviera, but you can escape the city for a tranquil weekend on Pittwater.

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