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    Bar Lettera Is North Sydney's New Dining Spot Dedicated to Celebrating Top Produce and Local Art

    North Sydney has scored a brand-new Italo-Australian restaurant celebrating the area's artistic heritage and top Australian produce.

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    Raise a Glass to Mum: Champagne-Fuelled Experiences to Spoil your Mum this Mother's Day

    Our round-up of Sydney’s most elevated Mother’s Day celebrations.

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    Quay Restaurant Is Bringing Back Its Limited-Edition Snow Egg for a Nostalgic Ten-Day Stint

    Acclaimed chef Peter Gilmore's renowned dessert is making its way back onto Quay Restaurant's menu in May — but only for ten days.

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    Byron Bay's Caper Food and Culture Festival Is Back for 2024 with a Ten-Day Program Curated by Louis Tikaram

    The chef from Brisbane's Stanley has put together a lineup filled with fellow culinary stars, long lunches, a yakitori party and a five-course smoke-fuelled feast.

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    The Light Brigade Hotel in Woollahra Is Up for Sale After Ten Years of Operating Under the Bayfield Family

    This iconic Sydney pub, which dates back to the 1880s and relaunched in 2015 after a big revamp, is on the market.

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    Young Gun of Wine Has Announced Its 2024 Top 50 If You're Looking for an Ace New Vino to Sip

    “These awards are as much about vision and leadership as they are about the quality of wine in the glass.”

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    Luna Lu

    7-27 Circular Quay West, The Rocks

    Experience elevated Asian fusion farm-to-table at this modern restaurant overlooking Sydney Harbour.

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    Izgara

    215 Clarence Street, Sydney

    Lively wine bar energy meats elevated Turkish street eats at this CBD eatery for post-work dates or a lively gathering with your crew.

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    Splash Coffee

    2A Station Street, Petersham

    The Soulmate team has reinvented the pool canteen with this nostalgic cafe right by Petersham Park and the Fanny Durack Aquatic Centre.

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    Tanuki

    37 Bay Street, Double Bay

    The Matteo team's Japanese restaurant and sake bar delivers a multi-facetted spot for fun group dining and al fresco hangs.

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    King Clarence

    171 Clarence Street, Sydney

    Acclaimed chef Khanh Nguyen leads the impressive Clarence Street restaurant serving up fish finger bao and whole grilled lobster.

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    Vinabar

    332 Kent Street, Sydney

    This intimate microbar on Kent Street specialises in Asian-inspired cocktails and is hidden behind a door disguised as a banh mi cart.

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    The Lodge Bar

    415 Darling Street, Balmain

    Check in at one of Balmain's longest-standing cocktail and wine bars.

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    The Royal Oak

    36 College Street, Balmain

    Check in at one of Balmain's longest-standing pubs.

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    Randy's Wine

    50 Old Barrenjoey Road, Avalon Beach

    This sandwich spot turned wine bar from the crew behind Bar Elvina is dedicated to interesting vino and snacky plates to pair — plus, there's still a few top sambos.

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    Mister Percy

    139 Murray Street, Pyrmont

    An intimate inner city wine bar with a killer drinks list hidden in a former wool store.

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    Centro 86

    88 Pitt Street, Sydney

    Head down a hidden fire escape to discover the Cantina OK! team's most ambitious bar to-date.

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    Making a Love Letter to Stunts with Sydney as a Backdrop: David Leitch and Kelly McCormick Talk 'The Fall Guy'

    For former stunt performer-turned-filmmaker Leitch, his Ryan Gosling- and Emily Blunt-starring remake of the 80s TV show is a dream come true.

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    You Won't Feel It Coming: The Weeknd's Australian and New Zealand Tour Has Been Cancelled

    First, the singer and 'The Idol' star postponed his 2023 gigs indefinitely. Now, tickets are being refunded.

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    You're Invited: Netflix's Official 'Bridgerton' Ball Experience Is Finally Making Its Australian Debut

    Calling all dukes and duchesses: this immersive event will take you back to the regency era with live performances, tunes, themed cocktails and a visit with the queen.

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    Sydney Film Festival 2024 Will Open with the World Premiere of Midnight Oil Documentary 'The Hardest Line'

    There'll be no shortage of power and passion to kick off this year's SFF, with the film stepping through the band's story from their 70s beginnings onwards.

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    Seven New Movies You Can Watch Right Now That Have Been Fast-Tracked From Cinemas to Streaming

    Get comfy on the couch with Sydney Sweeney as a nun, Timothée Chalamet's return to Arrakis and a Bob Marley biopic.

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    The Full 'Deadpool & Wolverine' Trailer Brings Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman Together in the MCU

    What happens when the Merc with a Mouth joins forces with "the X-Man"? You're about to find out.

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    Chic Digs Alert: The Australian Interior Design Awards Have Unveiled 2024's Shortlisted Bars, Restaurants and Homes

    If you're looking for stunning hospitality, residential, workplace, retail and public settings around Australia, here's where you'll find them.

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    Kmart Has Teamed Up with Dharug and Darkinjung Artist Kyralee Shields on a New Homewares Range

    The latest collection in the department store's First Nations program includes bedding, candles, servingware, candles, wall art and more.

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    ALDI Is Launching Its First-Ever Streetwear Collection — and Everything Costs Less Than $20

    You can literally wear your love for the discount supermarket on your sleeves (and legs, feet and head) thanks to this 23-item range.

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    A Neighbourhood Guide to Avalon with Claire Perini, Owner of the Suburb's Most Gorgeous Design Store

    The owner of Composition design studio shares her favourite spots to dine, drink, shop and experience nature in Avalon Beach.

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    The Latest Homewares in IKEA's 80th-Anniversary Range Will Fill Your House with Flower Power

    Autumn might have arrived Down Under, but the Swedish retailer is slinging bright colours, bold designs and retro florals in the latest drop in its 80th-birthday collection.

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    Western Australia Just Became the First State to Ban Single-Use Non-Compostable Coffee Cups

    Lids must be entirely plastic-free, too, in a move that aims to save more than 154-million cups from landfill each year.

Latest Guides
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    Save Your Annual Leave: Plan a Remote Work Escape to Port Macquarie Instead

    This buzzing city on NSW's mid-north coast is the perfect place to get away without using a minute of precious holiday time.

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    Dazzle All Five of Your Senses with These Unmissable Outdoor Events

    Whether you're looking to take part in a challenge or explore regional NSW, we have the perfect outdoor festivals for you.

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    The Best Things to Do This ANZAC Day in Sydney

    Here's where to rise for the dawn service, indulge in a spot of two-up and pay your respects.

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    Coming Soon: Urbnsurf's First Sydney Surf Park Has Started Pumping Out Waves Ahead of Its May Opening

    The 3.6-hectare site is the brand's second in the country, and features a lagoon about the same size as the Sydney Cricket Ground.

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    Now Open: The Magical 'Harry Potter' Forbidden Forest Experience Has Arrived in Australia

    The Briars Community Forest on the Mornington Peninsula has been turned into a 'Harry Potter' and 'Fantastic Beasts' haven.

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    Now Open: Kirra Point Holiday Apartments Is Your Sleek New Gold Coast Place to Stay with Stunning Beach Views

    This coastal precinct has already scored a pub, and an oceanfront dining and drinking spot with cabanas — and now it boasts accommodation, too.

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