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Free Outdoor Screening of Despicable Me 4 at Bondi Pavilion

March 23, 2025

Gather your family, pack a picnic, and get ready for a fun-filled evening under the stars! Waverley Council’s “Movies in the Park” series is back, and on Saturday, 29 March 2025, you can catch a free screening of Despicable Me 4 at Bondi Pavilion’s Garu Courtyard. About the Film: Despicable Me 4 (2024) – PG In this brand-new adventure, Gru is adjusting to life with his mischievous son, Gru Jr., when a villainous mastermind, Maxime Le Mal, escapes from prison to seek revenge. Packed with laughs, heart, and plenty of Minion mayhem, Despicable Me 4 is perfect for the whole…

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Cinema, Events, Free

Experience Outdoor Movie Magic at The Rocks Laneway Cinema!

March 11, 2025

Looking for the perfect midweek escape? Head down to The Rocks and enjoy a free movie night under the stars at Laneway Cinema! A Unique Outdoor Cinema Experience Wander through the charming cobblestone laneways of The Rocks and stumble upon a giant outdoor screen, complete with cosy bean bags and deck chairs for the ultimate movie-watching experience. Whether you’re in the mood for a classic film, a family-friendly flick, or an indie gem, the Laneway Cinema lineup has something for everyone. How to Join the Fun Entry is completely free, but to secure the best seats, register for your free…

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Cinema, Events

Mov’in Bed Beach Cinema: The Ultimate Summer Movie Experience

February 7, 2025

Get ready for the most unique and luxurious outdoor cinema experience this summer as MOV’IN BED returns to Barangaroo Reserve from November 2024 to March 2025. After an incredibly successful launch in 2024, this world-renowned outdoor cinema event is back — and tickets are expected to sell out fast! Don’t miss your chance to enjoy a movie like never before under the stars on Australia’s largest outdoor screen. A Movie Experience Like No Other Transform your movie nights with a movie-watching experience like no other. Picture yourself sinking into one of 160 plush queen- or king-sized beds, complete with fluffy…

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Cinema, Events, School holidays, What to do

FREE FLICKS, FIREWORKS & SYD FEST COME TO DARLING HARBOUR THIS SUMMER

December 24, 2024

Darling Harbour is turning up the heat this summer with a line up of over 19 events (10 of those completely free) as part of its annual Summerific celebration from 1 – 31 January 2025. Enjoy long summer nights with free outdoor movies under the stars, or immerse in Sydney Festival’s rich program of cultural experiences, including art installations, trapeze shows and a conversation with filmmaker James Cameron. For family-friendly fun, hit the water with pedal boats at Cockle Bay or take in the summer fireworks lighting up the harbour every Saturday night. FREE FILMS UNDER THE SUMMER SKY The…

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Cinema, School holidays, What to do

Magic Beach – Alison Lester’s much-loved illustrated children’s book is reimagined for the screen.

December 13, 2024

After captivating children and families for 30 years, Alison Lester’s beloved book Magic Beach has been brought to life on screen by director Robert Connolly (Paper Planes) and some of Australia’s leading animators. Take a trip with the ones you love through a unique mix of live action, entwined with extraordinary animated adventures that bring you to a dreamy seaside world where anything is possible. Featuring timeless characters, MAGIC BEACH is a captivating blend of reality and fantasy that inspires people of all ages to feel the sand beneath their toes and find wonder in the world around them. MAGIC…

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Cinema

The Ritz Cinema: A Heritage Gem in Randwick

May 8, 2022

The Ritz Cinema, also known as the Ritz Theatre, is a heritage-listed art deco cinema located at 43 St Pauls Street in Randwick, a suburb in Sydney’s eastern suburbs. Designed by noted architect Aaron Bolot and built in 1937 by C. & B. J. Williams, the cinema is celebrated for its distinctive Inter-war Art Deco style. It was officially added to the New South Wales State Heritage Register on 2 April 1999. Indigenous and Colonial Roots Before European settlement, the Randwick area was home to Aboriginal people who used the land for fishing and cultural practices. The region is rich…

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