Author: Elly-Grace Rinaldis
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Where locals sip and snack – the best cafes around Tweed Heads
Public Supply, Shop 10/29 Wharf Street This buzzy laneway spot consistently draws a crowd, salivating for its cult-status scrolls. From classics like the Naked Cinny to indulgent swirls of pistachio, Choccy Bueno and Biscoff Crumble, plus dipping pots for extra indulgence. Coffee kicks off from 7:00 am, with scrolls dropping at 8:00 am alongside a…
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Vibe Check: Brisbane’s wellness, lifestyle and beauty news you might have missed this week
Heidi Middleton’s ARTCLUB arrives on James Street Globally recognised designer and artist Heidi Middleton has come to James Street, bringing her hybrid gallery, atelier and retail concept ARTCLUB to the glitzy strip. Launching on Saturday October 25, ARTCLUB heralds a bit of a homecoming for Heidi, who is also the co-founder and creative director of…
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Tennis, trauma and finding self – a conversation with Todd Ley
As a highly successful child athlete, Todd knows firsthand how brutal the world of elite sports can be, especially for the young. Given a racket at age three, Todd’s journey through the competitive tennis circuit left him with far more than trophies. It left battle wounds. His memoir Smashed isn’t a celebration of victory, it’s a…
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Giddy up – here’s where to sip, snack and spend Melbourne Cup around Brisbane
Lina Rooftop, South Brisbane: This Melbourne Cup day, Lina Rooftop presents Maison De La Course – a lavish French-inspired celebration set high above Brisbane’s city skyline. Guests will enjoy a three-hour premium beverage package featuring Laurent Perrier champagne, top-shelf spirits and cocktails, paired with roving French-style canapes such as duck-parfait tartlets with spiced marmalade gel,…
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When writing bites back – Markus Zusak on truth, chaos and creativity
Tell me more about the opening sentence of Three Wild Dogs and the Truth. Did you already have that opening sentence in your head when you started writing it or did that come later? I describe my life as doing a lot of things that don’t work. This was one of those ideas. We had…
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Pavement Whispers: Volume 525 September 16
Brisbane’s ‘Worst Vegetarian Restaurant’ is set to open a new venue Northsiders, get ready – Brisbane’s iconic Norman Hotel is heading your way. Norman Northside – a striking three-storey Spanish-inspired pub – is now officially under construction at the corner of Wardell Street and Samford Road. Set to open in late 2026, the Enoggera newcomer…
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Pavement Whispers: Volume 524 September 9
Italian trattoria Fellini’s opens this week at Howard Smith Wharves A new waterfront Italian trattoria is set to open at Howard Smith Wharves this Wednesday September 10. Named in tribute to filmmaker Federico Fellini who was known for capturing the vibrancy and romance of Italy, the new hotspot will pair high-energy street eats with sunny…
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Fatcow joins one of the world’s most exclusive culinary clubs as Queensland’s first certified Kobe beef restaurant
From deep in the mountainous Hyogo prefecture of Japan comes authentic Kobe beef, exclusively from Tajima-gyu cattle. In this region, the cattle live stress-free lives, with the only stress being the specific criteria required to earn Kobe certification. The beef must achieve a marbling score of 6 or higher on Japan’s 12-point scale, contain perfect…
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Pavement Whispers: Volume 523 September 2
Cibaria Noosa is set to open on Hastings Street this summer Renowned chef Alessandro Pavoni and the Maestro Hospitality team are bringing the vibrant spirit of an Italian piazza to the Sunshine Coast with the launch of Cibaria Noosa. Building on the success of Cibaria Manly, the new venue will be located within Sofitel Noosa…
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Brisbane just unlocked a New York-inspired hidden rooftop cafe and events space
Ride the elevator up to level thirteen of 157 Ann Street and you’ll instantly uncover your new go-to spot for a morning brew, sky-high sweet treat or recharge in the sun before heading back to the office. What you’ll also discover is a space that offers more than just a cafe but a hub for …