Author, podcaster and photographer. I write about fun stuff to do, eat and see in Sydney and beyond. Make sure you subscribe (link under profile pic) and visit my website www.jadejackson.com.au where you can find my books and more.
Sharks is an exciting new interactive exhibition at the Australian Museum that runs from Saturday 24 September 2022 thro... [more]
The Sydney Cherry Blossom Festival in Auburn Botanic Gardens is on from 20 August 2022 - 28 August 2022. During the fest... [more]
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With home styling popular during lockdowns, many have discover... [more]
Sculpture at Scenic World returns to the Blue Mountains this Autumn, transforming ancient rainforest into an outdoor... [more]
The Collectors' Plant Fair 2021 is confirmed for the weekend of Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th April 2021 at the Hawk... [more]
The Sydney Royal Easter Show is back in 2021! It runs from Thursday 1st April until Monday 12th April.
Expect all you... [more]
The popularity of decluttering shows such as Marie Kondo's Tidying up with Marie Kondo (Netflix), and renovation bas... [more]
With School holidays looming, and the Sydney Royal Easter Show cancelled, what better way to get your kids excited a... [more]
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If Agony of the leaves or Bakey and Peak, soun... [more]
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The World Pr... [more]
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Esteemed master... [more]
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]
If you've dreamt of escaping work, to stay in a remote cabin, whilst still retaining some modern conveniences, then ... [more]
Tucked away, on a remote and lonely road, lies an astounding cafe; architecturaly designed, with incredible Blue Mou... [more]
On a hot day, Sydney beaches are crowded and it's often impossible to find a carpark. Then there's the sand! Escape ... [more]
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.
No road trip is complete without a lunch stop for a golden flaky pi... [more]
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!
A sodden weekend in the Blue Mountai... [more]
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]
JAPAN EXPO 2022 is on Saturday 3 September at The University of Sydney - Great Hall in Camperdown. It's open from 10am t... [more]
To celebrate spring, the Mid Mountains Garden Festival is held over two weekends in September: Saturday 10 and Sunday 1... [more]
The annual Collectors' Plant Fair features over 70 specialist horticulturists where you can buy rare and collectible... [more]
Click Frenzy Travel 2021 is a huge online sale for 53 hours only! You'll find massive savings on:
* Flights
* Hotels
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The Hawkesbury Show returns from Friday 23rd April - Sunday 25th April 2021 at the Hawkesbury Showground in Clarendo... [more]
#EasterShow #MyEasterShow #art #RAS #Sydney
Art at the Sydney Royal Easter Show is like browsing a second-hand stall.... [more]
Seussical the Musical is currently showing at the Camden Civic Centre in Camden.
It brings to life multiple stor... [more]
If you enjoy browsing garage sales, then head to the Sunday Trash and Treasure Bazaar markets in Horningsea Park (South ... [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]
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]
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]
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 first ever ... [more]
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]
Note: Lili Kendall's responses have been included, verbatim. Interview was conducted via email.
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]