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DUSTY LUXE UNVEILS THEIR LATEST COLLECTION OF VINTAGE FRENCH FINDS

May 8, 2024

Dusty Luxe is a vintage and antiques brand founded by sisters-in-law Anna and Jackie Kennard in 2020. The brand specializes in uncovering unique French finds and reimagining them for contemporary living spaces. Their collections include handcrafted artisan furniture, vintage French styling pieces, and art, all curated with a focus on style and sustainability. Anna and Jackie, along with their French partners, tirelessly search estates, chateaus, markets, and vide-greniers across France to discover exceptional vintage and antique pieces. This collaborative effort ensures that every find reflects timeless character while seamlessly blending into modern aesthetics, honouringthe brand’s commitment to sustainability. Since its…

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New theatrical show for kids set to debut at the State Library of NSW

May 6, 2024

The State Library of NSW will present its first ever theatrical performance for children when a new original show — Incredibilia — takes centre stage from 12 to 26 May. Inspired by the works of award-winning Australian author and poet Libby Hathorn and adapted by acclaimed theatre-maker Kim Carpenter (of Theatre of Image), the immersive experience also features music by one-man-band Peter Kennard. According to State Librarian Dr Caroline Butler-Bowdon: “The Library is thrilled to see the wonderful works of much-loved children’s author Libby Hathorn come to life through puppetry in this new show designed for kids and families. Incredibilia…

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MAROUBRA BEACH MARKETS ( Postponed to June 2 2024 )

May 4, 2024

This event has been postponed due to wet weather forecast The new scheduled day is: SUNDAY 2 June , 8am-2pm Broadarrow Reserve, 310 Fitzgerald Ave, Maroubra Maroubra Beach Market is a new monthly food and goods market featuring more than 100 stalls. The new markets will be held at Broadarrow Reserve and will include a selection of high quality products, including fresh produce, artisan food products, fashion, homewares, crafts, plants, flowers, and art. There will also be onsite dining areas and a variety of vendors selling hot foods. Marketgoers looking to shop sustainably can enjoy a section dedicated to vintage and recycled…

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Events, School holidays

Waverley Movies in the Park ( Reschedule Update )

April 28, 2024

Waverley Council’s free Movies in the Park community event continues these autumn school holidays with everyone’s favourite Minions, penguins and more. Enjoy an evening of family-friendly blockbusters with: Sat 4 May – Happy Feet – Kimberley Reserve Sat 11 May – Wonka – Varna Park (rescheduled- new date) Sat 18 May – Minions: The Rise of Gru – Waverley Park (rescheduled – new date) There will be free popcorn from around 5pm and movies will screen at sundown. Grab your picnic rug and BYO picnic/dinner and settle in for a great night of entertainment. No glass or alcohol permitted. Mayor of…

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South Maroubra Ocean Swim

April 26, 2024

Stretch out the season with the annual South Maroubra Ocean Swim. South Maroubra Surf Life Saving Club hosts one of the final Sydney swims of the season, with all entry fees contributing to the purchase of vital lifesaving equipment required by their volunteer lifesavers. This year’s event features three race courses, 500m, 1km and 2.5 km. Each course will commence and end at the south end of the beach. The first event for the day is the 500m swim for ages 8 years and above, followed by the 1km and 2.5km swims open for 12 years of age and above….

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The Sydney Comedy Festival @ Bondi Pavilion

April 21, 2024

The biggest night of laughs is back again! The Sydney Comedy Festival Showcase is bringing a fabulous cast of the top picks from the 2024 Festival to the Bondi Pavilion. This top-secret line-up promises to feature the very finest comics from Australia and beyond, boasting both household names and the next gen of comedy superstars. A massive night of entertainment, that is sure to leave you in stitches! Selling out year after year, be sure to get in quick to grab your seats to this massive night of the biggest laughs in town! Events will run from 7pm to 9pm…

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Anzac Day, Coogee Dawn Service 2024

April 20, 2024

Anzac Day is a National day of remembrance and commemoration. Commemorative services are held each year at dawn, the time of the original Gallipoli landing. The Coogee Anzac Day Dawn Service is produced in collaboration with the Coogee Randwick Clovelly RSL sub-branch and will be held at 5.30am on Thursday 25 April at Goldstein Reserve, Coogee. There are no tickets required, with 3,000 seats available on a first-come, first-served basis and plenty of standing room available. Please note that the gates will open at 5am and darkness and silence is encouraged until the ceremony commences at 5.30am. Please note that…

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Events, School holidays

Putting the FUN in family time with Experience Oz

April 19, 2024

When all your weekends start to look the same—a blur of playgrounds and pools and PlayStation games—it’s time to look for new family fun. Enter Experience Oz, your oracle for organising family fun in Sydney (and in fact the whole country if you have some trips planned). This site can hook you up with experiences that will bring a sparkle to their eye and create memories that time can’t shake—right here in the Eastern Suburbs and in the regions that surround us. Finding and booking these things to do is usually tricky and timely and who wants to fuss when…

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The Barangaroo Artisan Market is back this May,

April 14, 2024

The annual Barangaroo Artisan Market is back and bigger than ever, with over 60 stallholders taking over the streets on Saturday 11th of May, for a fun-filled day of shopping, live music, entertainment and gourmet treats. Taking place on the Saturday of the Mothers’ Day weekend, The Streets of Barangaroo will come alive with an array of creative folk including artisans, designers, musicians and more. Market-goers can peruse aisles of ceramics and homewares, meet and chat with local artists, and shop hand-crafted jewellery and locally designed textiles, whilst enjoying free live music and delicious eats along Sydney’s waterfront. Stallholders include:…

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Perry Park Recreation Centre free open day

April 11, 2024

Perry Park Recreation Centre is turning 5! Come along and celebrate with us at our first open day. Join a free casual sports session, with plenty of sports to choose from including basketball, pickle ball, roller skating, netball, badminton, volleyball and futsal. All sessions open to everyone unless stated otherwise. There’ll be free coffee all day and free gelato from 11am to 2pm. Session times 10am to 12pm: Pickleball Roller skating (10-11am 14 years and under, 11am-12pm adults) Netball Basketball (18 years and under) 12:30pm to 2:30pm: Badminton Volleyball Futsal Basketball There are no official reservations, however, please register your…

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