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Luxe luggage brand July unveils its brand-new James Street flagship store
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Luxe luggage brand July unveils its brand-new James Street flagship store

Has it been a while since you travelled overseas? Need a new overnight back for a quick trip interstate? Has your luggage seen better days? If you answered yes to any of those questions, get acquainted with July. Over the weekend, the luggage brand – famed for its thoughtfully designed travel accessories – officially opened its first Brisbane store to the public. The boutique is stocking the brand's coveted range of trunks, carry-ons, weekenders, backpacks, totes and accessories – all of which are worth booking a holiday just to use. more

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Unleash your inner viking at MANIAX's new hatchet-heaving haunt in The City
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Unleash your inner viking at MANIAX’s new hatchet-heaving haunt in The City

Limber up your throwing arm – one of Brisbane's leading immersive entertainment concepts has expanded to the inner city. Just before the end of 2023, MANIAX Axe Throwing opened its second Brisbane venue (and third in Queensland), transforming a subterranean space off Adelaide Street into a tomahawk-tossing emporium. In addition to plenty of axe-throwing lanes, MANIAX Brisbane City also comes with its own viking-inspired bar and restaurant offering. Take a peek inside ... more

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Sweat in style – IKEA announces first ever fitness collection
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Sweat in style – IKEA announces first ever fitness collection

One of the world's most beloved distributors of affordable Scandinavian-designed furniture is stepping away from flat packs and into the fitness realm with a brand-new fitness and workout range. Hitting Australian shores on January 1, 2024, the Dajlien (Swedish word for daily) collection is all about making exercise easy, accessible and stylish. more

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Sky-high dining, spectacular shows and quirky gifts – Brisbane Powerhouse has your festive shopping sorted
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Sky-high dining, spectacular shows and quirky gifts – Brisbane Powerhouse has your festive shopping sorted

It's December, folks. That means we've got less than a month to finish our festive shopping, get everything wrapped up and placed neatly under the Christmas tree before Santa starts making his rounds on December 25. If you're at a loss on what to get someone special in your life, let us bring your attention to Brisbane Powerhouse. Offering something for the fashion, food, arts or music lover in your life, this Brisbane Powerhouse gift guide is sure to provide the perfect pressie for your loved one. more

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Pavement Whispers: a Northshore warehouse will soon house Superordinary – a Brisbane-first arts space and cultural hub
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Pavement Whispers: a Northshore warehouse will soon house Superordinary – a Brisbane-first arts space and cultural hub

Next month, a 1700-sqm industrial warehouse in Northshore will officially become home to Superordinary – a multi-arts space dedicated to furthering local artistic endeavour. Encompassing artist studios, gallery spaces, live-music capabilities and an on-site kitchen and bar, Superordinary will host everything from exhibitions and gigs to festivals and pop-ups from guest chefs. Here's what you need to know ... more

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Iconic US-born cinema Angelika Film Centre opens a state-of-the-art theatre at South City Square
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Iconic US-born cinema Angelika Film Centre opens a state-of-the-art theatre at South City Square

After a barnstorming run that saw the precinct establish itself as a dining hub on the rise, South City Square is now proving it's got some cultural chops to boot. South City Square has officially welcomed Angelika Film Centre, a New York-born cinema concept known for championing arthouse, independent and international films. With eight auditoriums (each luxuriously appointed) and a cocktail bar perfect for pre- and post-film analysis, Angelika Film Centre is set to give the megaplexes a run for their money. more


The Locals Next week: A BRISBANE LOCAL

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As we see more science events across the country, there needs to be a continued focus on making them free for community, ensuring they are in accessible venues and having Auslan interpreters ... ~ Dr Naomi Koh Belic more
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Reset and recharge – here are the best places to work on your wellness in The City
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Reset and recharge – here are the best places to work on your wellness in The City

Whether it's relaxing to the max with an indulgent massage, sweating it out in infrared saunas or immersing ourselves in ice baths, many of us are diving deep in to our health journey and working on our wellness like never before. With the endless amount of spas, gyms and wellness centres popping up at what feels like a weekly rate, it's hard to know where to go to ensure you're in safe (or firm) hands. To narrow it down for you, we've rounded-up some of the best day spas, wellness centres and gyms in The City, so you know exactly where to go for a dose of much-needed R&R. Keep reading for all of the dreamy details ... more

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Save up to 40 percent off luxury stays at Crystalbrook Collection hotels
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Save up to 40 percent off luxury stays at Crystalbrook Collection hotels

It’s usually around August when the wheels start to fall off, our routines are a lot harder to stick to and we crave a little respite from life's daily challenges. To help save us from overload burnout, Crystalbrook Collection is having one massive sale with 40 percent off stays if you book before Monday August 28. Here are all of the juicy details ... more

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SOL Elements, a breathtaking elemental bathhouse, is opening in Tamborine Mountain next year
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SOL Elements, a breathtaking elemental bathhouse, is opening in Tamborine Mountain next year

2023 is the year of self-care, and we're looking to carry this theme into 2024 and beyond. It's divine timing then that a new wellness destination has been announced for Tamborine Mountain next year. An elemental bathhouse nestled within the tropical rainforest, SOL Elements will feature a bounty of blissful facilities and treatments, from a Himalayan salt cave to detoxifying saunas. more

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Cruise through a day in the life of radio host and former Olympian Susie O'Neill
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Cruise through a day in the life of radio host and former Olympian Susie O’Neill

We all know Susie O'Neill from hearing her voice through our radios every morning, but those who were born before the year 2000 will know the Nova 106.9 radio host as former Olympian Madame Butterfly. Despite dominating the pool in the 1990s and early 2000s, a day in Susie's life now involves more above-ground activities, however she still finds time to go for a dip most days. Together with our official site partner Westside BMW, we followed Susie around on a busy day in her life, hitting all of her usual hot-spots in the BMW iX. more

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Dive, snorkel and swim through this new underwater sculpture trail
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Dive, snorkel and swim through this new underwater sculpture trail

We may think of a day at the museum as a relaxing couple of hours spent strolling through galleries, but what if we told you that there's a unique Queensland museum that requires you to dig a little deeper? Underneath the ocean, to be specific. This Ariel-approved gallery is called the Museum of Underwater Art, and it recently gained a new exhibition, which melds real-life figures with big-blue artefacts. more

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Drive in style – Rolls-Royce reveals the bold new Cullinan Inspired by Fashion

No matter who you ask, there is no denying that Rolls-Royce is the epitome of exquisite design. Since the brand's inception more than a century ago, Bespoke Rolls-Royce vehicles have been renowned as objects of desire – a statement piece likened to that of sparkling diamonds or an Hermés Birkin. Cullinan has established itself as the most luxurious, pinnacle SUV in the market. The Rolls-Royce Bespoke Collective has taken inspiration from the high fashion it has so long aligned with, reflecting the eclectic tastes and lifestyles of its clientele. more

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Hotel X is hosting a fully-catered yoga retreat so you can namaste your worries away
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Hotel X is hosting a fully-catered yoga retreat so you can namaste your worries away

Sometimes when we're feeling the pressure at work or we're inundated with life's stresses, we like to imagine ourselves in a peaceful sanctuary where relaxation is the only thing that matters. Well, this peaceful sanctuary is actually a lot closer than you think – it's located in the heart of Fortitude Valley at Hotel X. The luxe 146-room hotel, lifestyle and dining destination has just announced its newest – and perhaps most ambitious – package to date, a fully-catered yoga retreat. more

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Ramp up the romance with a dreamy date night in at Hotel X
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Ramp up the romance with a dreamy date night in at Hotel X

When it comes to luxury inner-city accommodation, Fortitude Valley's Hotel X certainly has the X-factor. Set amongst the hustle and bustle of Brunswick Street, the cutting-edge 146-room hotel, lifestyle and dining destination is the perfect place to rest your head after a few date-night drinkables. If you're someone who prefers to spend date night snuggled up with your special someone, watching some first-class flicks and munching on tasty treats then listen up. Hotel X is offering an all-in-one accommodation package, perfectly curated for the ultimate date night in. Here are all of the heart-throbbing details ... more

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Function Well unveils its state-of-the-art fitness hub at Breakfast Creek Lifestyle Precinct
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Function Well unveils its state-of-the-art fitness hub at Breakfast Creek Lifestyle Precinct

If you've cruised by the Breakfast Creek Lifestyle Precinct lately and spied a greater amount of sweaty and smiley souls emerging from the waterfront hub, there's a good reason. Function Well, one of Brisbane's leading fitness centres, has just opened a brand-new three-level flagship facility at the precinct. Spread across three floors, fitness enthusiasts of all ability levels are taking advantage of some premium amenities – both constitutional and therapeutic – to achieve their goals. As it turns out, one of our writers was already a member of Function Well, so we roped them into giving us a rundown of the facilities. more

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Play on – Hijinx Hotel is bringing its immersive game room experience to Brisbane
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Play on – Hijinx Hotel is bringing its immersive game room experience to Brisbane

Funlab, the zany squad behind fantastical entertainment concepts such as B. Lucky & Sons, Archie Brothers Cirque Electric and Holey Moley Golf Club, is set to debut its most immersive concept in Brisbane next month. Hijinx Hotel will open at Westfield Chermside on Friday March 31, unveiling an immersive wonderland boasting game rooms, a New-York hotel themed bar and a kitchen dispensing delectable bites. Here's what you can expect ... more