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If you missed out on the first-ever HubCon Blue Mountains' own Pop Culture Expo, make sure you add it to your list f... [more]
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It's easy to fall into the Christmas trap set by retailers, and spend beyond your budget. However, it's still possible t... [more]
The World Press Photo Exhibition for 2018 is currently on at the State Library of NSW and runs until Sunday the 24th... [more]
Things Not To Do After A Breakup written by and starring Wayne Tunks, is premiering in Sydney after a sell-out show ... [more]
The Kröller-Müller Museum in the Netherlands, which houses the second largest collection of Vincent Van Gogh artwork... [more]
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As an Australian, there's something truly magical about experiencing your first White Christmas; making a snow-perso... [more]
Mountain, is a poetic documentary, exploring the question, what drives people to climb mountains? It's directed by J... [more]
Pies are perfect for a quick lunch under $10.
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With Christmas decorations in shop windows, charity Santas ringing bells on street corners calling out "Ho!, Ho!, Ho... [more]
South of Cebu City in the Philippines is Oslob. A tiny village by the sea, famous for giving tourists a virtually gu... [more]
You've booked a weekend away only to arrive to find it's raining.
Perfect!
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Sydney has an extensive range of independent art galleries and much of the art displayed is for sale.
Many peopl... [more]
The grand opening of The Shanghai Disney Resort in China adds revamped old favourites and brand new ride experiences... [more]
The popularity of decluttering shows such as Marie Kondo's Tidying up with Marie Kondo (Netflix), and renovation bas... [more]
The Shape of Things follows the tumultuous relationship between the outgoing and opinionated art student, Evelyn (Georgi... [more]
Whether you've found yourself without a job, with more free time from self-isolation or perhaps you've been forced t... [more]
Many have found themselves with more time at home and there's lots of uncertainty about the immediate future, howeve... [more]
If you think Instagram is amazing for sharing your weekends, then you'll love the future of social media, which is T... [more]
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The big summer exhibition curren... [more]
See Alanis Morissette Live in Concert, **now in 2021**
To celebrate the 25th Anniversary of her multi award-winni... [more]
Put Sunday 9th February 2020 in your diary for the Macarthur Travel Expo, held at the Campbeltown Catholic Club. Ove... [more]
This December, take the family to Harry Potter on Ice at Penrith Ice Palace for a fun afternoon of lively entertainm... [more]
Sydney Indie Con is a one-day Self-Publishing Conference featuring successful local authors. It's at Penrith Library... [more]
Since last Christmas, my immediate family has quadrupled in size which got me thinking, how can I stretch the same Chris... [more]
As the most valuable company that's ever existed, Apple can afford to give away stuff for free. Welcome to Today at ... [more]
Unbeknownst to Melbourne foodies, just over four hours drive away is possibly Australia's greatest cheesecake.
T... [more]
Yes, you read right. Krispy Kreme are giving away free doughnuts to celebrate World Doughnut Day. Not that anyone need... [more]
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The Realistic Joneses by award-winning playwright, Will Eno (Thom Pain, The Open House) is performing now at Limelig... [more]
Sugar Republic—an interactive retro art-space, inspired by sugary treats, has now opened in Sydney. It's primarily ... [more]
Star Wars Identities Exhibition is currently open at the Powerhouse Museum in Ultimo. It features over 200 props, co... [more]
The last time I bought a new mattress it involved traipsing around furniture warehouses on a 40 degree day, briefly ... [more]
James Cameron's immersive exhibition, currently on at the Australian Maritime Museum, offers a behind the scenes loo... [more]
Found By Laura offers up her latest unique finds at the Japanese book and stationery store, Books Kinokuniya, locate... [more]
Supanova Comic Con and Gaming 2018 returns to Perth from the 22nd - 24th June at the Perth Convention and Exhibition... [more]
Supanova Comic Con and Gaming 2018 returns to the Showground at Sydney Olympic Park from Friday 15th June until Sund... [more]
If you're hankering for some American-style smokey ribs or southern slaw, then Memphis BBQ Pit will satisfy all your... [more]
In the Hollywood world of sequels and universes, there's always room for another reboot.
Tomb Raider (2018) follo... [more]
Being a tranquil destination, it's not surprising the Blue Mountains is home to a trail of secondhand bookshops. Spr... [more]
Emoh from What So Not took a moment to chat about his upcoming album, Not All The Beautiful Things.
Previously ha... [more]
'Not All The Beautiful Things' is a hotly anticipated release given it's What So Not's first feature-length album. I... [more]
Hidden in a quiet suburban street of Pinehaven, is a surprising and aptly titled coffee shop, Little Haven.
Littl... [more]
The 4Elements Hip-Hop Festival returns to the Bankstown Arts Centre on Saturday 10th March from 1pm to 11pm. As an a... [more]
Halfway down Katoomba Street, tucked away, in a basement is Katoomba's newest feel-good eatery, Aunty Jack's Restau... [more]
Sydney's newest extreme sport, Throw Axe is now open in Penrith.
It costs $55 per person with a minimum of 6 peo... [more]
The Sydney Spiritual Network is hosting a FREE gathering for those interested in any spirituality, to meet other lik... [more]
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In her first stage appearance in Australia after twe... [more]
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Since moving to L... [more]
At the Redyard in Auburn, you'll find the Typo Pop-up Outlet Sale with up to 80% off it's funky, street-wise station... [more]
On the Lithgow side of the Blue Mountains, you'll find a colourful and scrumptious store called The Lolly Bug; with ... [more]
You don't need a date to feel the love this Valentines Day (or commercial love day). Nor should you feel obligated t... [more]
The 2018 Lantern Festival will be the biggest Chinese New Year celebration yet with:
* More participants
* More pe... [more]
Now that Christmas is done, it's time to plan for New Year's Eve. Whether you love seeing in the new year with firew... [more]
Christmas doesn't have to cost a fortune. This December, you can catch the greatest Christmas movies, at Tumbalong Park ... [more]
Pho Moi Vietnamese Eatery is a welcome addition to the growing foodie scene in Katoomba. It features fresh, Vietname... [more]
Lights and carols are a free and enchanting way to entertain the kids, create precious memories and offer a chance t... [more]
Decathlon is a new membership only, sporting-goods warehouse in Tempe, open from 5am to midnight, seven days a week.... [more]
The beloved DreamWorks animated characters Shrek, Fiona, Donkey, and Lord Farquaad are heading to the stage at the R... [more]
This year's Woolworths Carols in the Domain will be on Sunday 17th December. The festivities will start from 12pm, w... [more]
The Psari Shop - Fish and Chips in Dulwich Hill, is a family run business aiming to fill the food gap of quick, gour... [more]
Then why not have it all?
Head to The Aussie Night Markets in Penrith Panthers, on Wednesday nights, for a cheap ... [more]
Detroit is the latest feature film from Academy Award-winning Director, Kathryn Bigelow, which stars John Boyega (St... [more]
The 2017 Doug Moran National Portrait Prize Exhibition is now open at Juniper Hall in Paddington, following the anno... [more]
Nicholson Street Public School in Balmain East is having their 30th Annual Halloween Festival, this Saturday 28th Oc... [more]
Is Humanity Designing It's Own Demise?
Organised by The Ethics Centre, the IQ2 Debates attempt to challenge assum... [more]
The annual Faulconbridge Public School Twilight Markets are on Friday 3rd November, from 6pm to 9pm. Entry is by gol... [more]
Part end-of-world movie, part space movie"Everyone was warned, no one listened." From the opening monologue, Geostor... [more]
The Lithgow Halloween Festival hosts Australia's largest trick-or-treat event along with spooky market stalls, creep... [more]
The Blue Mountains has numerous Christmas markets and shopping events where you can buy unique handmade designer gif... [more]
A fun teen-horror film, just in time for Halloween! 👻🎃👻🔪🎃
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