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Sydney Vivid Festival 2013 Highlights

admin@localhost.com (Super User) — Thu, 23 May 2013 16:48:39 +0000

The sails of the Opera House will light up tonight as Sydney's annual Vivid Festival kicks off. The festival is known for its spectacular light show, which is expected to attract over 550,000 visitors, but that's only the icing on what the next fortnight has to offer. Whether it's food, music, or a good old fashioned debate you're after - Vivid has something for you.

By Che-Marie Trigg

Circus Soiree Quiz Night

admin@localhost.com (Super User) — Sat, 11 May 2013 21:23:00 +0000

The asylum seekers centre is holding their 11th annual quiz night!

Perfume and Champagne Masterclass

rescusubeditor@recu.com.au (Rescu Freelance) — Wed, 08 May 2013 17:06:50 +0000

Glamorous Melbourne-based duo Samantha Taylor and Kyla Kirkpatrick are taking guests on a decadent journey back in time to reveal the luxurious histories of two of France’s most precious exports with Masterclasses in Sydney, Melbourne and Perth.

Culture Vulture: Succulent Seafood, Avant-garde Art and Beer

rescueditor@recu.com.au (Rescu Team) — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 13:20:17 +0000

It seems there’s never a dull time to be a culture-loving Australian, with this week providing as thrilling a line up as ever. Whether you’re learning to prepare delectable eats at Sydney Seafood School or just enjoying eating at A Little Bit of Italy in Broke or Brisbane Ideas Festival markets, you’re sure to have your fill on delight.

There’s artistic adventures with Smash Palace, Got the Message? and Muse A/W each providing their own brand of visual captivation. If it’s music that soothes your soul why not try La Traviata, given new life by West Australian Opera. Perhaps you’d just like to kick back with a beer (and be certain it’s the best one) at the Canberra Craft Beer Festival.

Whatever your tastes we’ve got you covered, with this weeks Culture Vulture:

Culture Vulture: Fashion Photography, Ballet and Scrumptious Australian Produce

rescueditor@recu.com.au (Rescu Team) — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 13:19:33 +0000

The long weekend may be behind us but that doesn’t mean we can’t have a little fun. It seems Australia’s cities have pulled out all the stops this week to provide us with culture at even more decadent heights.

There’s fabulous photography on display with The Fashion of Helmut Newton and Bettina Rheims in Sydney and Picturing New York: Photographs from the Museum of Modern Art in Perth. To fulfill our girlhood fantasies, the Queensland Ballet Company have put on a lavish production of Cinderella. And if that wasn’t enough spectacle, the incredible puppetry of Warhorse will certainly have you stepping off into another world.

When it comes to pure, indulgent escapism, the stakes have definitely been raised. So grab your diary and take note, this weeks Culture Vulture is the perfect cure to your post long weekend blues.

By Michelle Balogh.

Trot off with the Autumn Racing Carnival

rescueditor@recu.com.au (Rescu Team) — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 15:28:00 +0000

The Autumn Racing Carnival is off and running with fillies hitting the field in their most fabulous fashions, punters rolling the dice on their preferred ponies and champagne flowing at every bar.

So grab that fascinator and roll up your form guide, it’s time to hit the track. To get the most out of this exciting season we’ve rounded up our list of the top racing events around the country.

Culture Vulture: Opera, Easter Events and Tea in Wonderland

rescueditor@recu.com.au (Rescu Team) — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 12:32:29 +0000

It’s here! The Easter long weekend – and with it, feasting and fun for the whole family. Perhaps the order of the day is time with the kids at Sydney Family Show, the Hoopla Festival or the Bendigo Easter Festival. Or maybe your focus is less on family and more on food with the Lindt Chocolate Tower and Mad Hatter’s Tea Parties driving you to delicious distraction.

It could be that you’d rather use this long weekend to cultivate your cultural side, and catch up on everything you’ve missed during the long stretch of work since Christmas. The extravagant opera Carmen on Sydney Harbour or the National Folk Festival will do equally well to keep you both enlightened and entertained.

Whatever your taste, you’ll be ready to take on this long weekend with flair, just check out our weekly culture vulture round-up below.

By Michelle Balogh.

Race for the Kids: Sydney Charity Event

admin@localhost.com (Super User) — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 11:00:24 +0000

Sydneysiders who want to benefit their heart in more ways than one this April will love Better Being's Race For The Kids event. This unique challenge is an 'amazing race' format, conducted over 8km's in Sydney’s CBD on the Saturday 6th of April from 10am to 3pm.

Easter Show: RESCU's Pick of Showbags

rescueditor@recu.com.au (Rescu Team) — Sun, 24 Mar 2013 14:15:46 +0000

It’s that time of year again, the chickens are squawking, the cows are mooing, the cakes have been decorated and the night’s sky is illuminated by fireworks – the Sydney Royal Easter Show has come to town. And with the Easter Show comes the timeless question – which showbag?

Kids go wild over them and we secretly love them too. We’ve rounded up our top picks at this year’s showbag pavilion, so you can zip in and out knowing that you’ve got the best of the bunch.

By Michelle Balogh.

Culture Vulture: Avant-garde Art, Interactive Bars and Dancing in your Lunch Hour

rescueditor@recu.com.au (Rescu Team) — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 14:24:42 +0000

Movies, music and modern fare – we’ve found it all this week. For a life more fabulous, we’ve rounded up our favourite interactive bars – Jurassic Lounge, The Beresford and The Old Bar – so that you can have some one-of-a-kind entertainment to go with that after work drink.

To fulfil your artistic appetite we’ve discovered the talents of Anish Kapoor and the delights of African Dance. For the regular appetite, Scarf Monday Night Dinners – old school flavour from new school hospitality talent. You’ll be left begging for seconds.

So grab your diary, pick up a pen, and scribble down these weekly treats from our Culture Vulture round-up.

By Michelle Balogh.

Culture Vulture: Pop-Up Art, Circus Cabaret and Fabulous French Films

rescueditor@recu.com.au (Rescu Team) — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 12:00:00 +0000

Is it already March? It seems like just yesterday that we were sprawled out on the beach soaking up the summer sun. But there’s no need to fret, with the changing leaves comes a whole new line up of autumnal events to keep the festive feeling going well into 2013.

From the NSW wine festival to the Alliance Francaise French Film Festival, there’s plenty to keep us interested. Legally Blonde: The Musical, and Spiegelworld’s Empire are still making their way around the country and we’ve located some smaller scale events to go with them. The Richard Martin Pop-Up Gallery at the MLC Centre is a surprise hub of innovative Australian art and Vini’s Regional Dinners are a new take on Italian cuisine.

So, as the nights get cooler don’t stay home with the blues – get on out there! We’ve rounded up the cultural creme de la creme.

By Michelle Balogh.

Taste of Sydney 2013

rescueditor@recu.com.au (Rescu Team) — Sun, 10 Mar 2013 11:00:00 +0000

Whether you’re a foodie, a wine connoisseur or simply someone who loves a festive night out, you’ll be thrilled to know that Taste of Sydney, the city’s premier food festival, is returning to town this March. Running for four days, from the 14th to the 17th, the festival will take place amongst the picturesque greenery of centennial park and promises to be the crѐme de la crѐme of culinary experiences.

Fashion Palette Sydney Showcase

rescusubeditor@recu.com.au (Rescu Freelance) — Sat, 02 Mar 2013 17:00:00 +0000

Since its debut in Australia four years ago, Fashion Palette has become a major fashion player, nurturing Australian designers in Sydney and New York and using its platform to present a strong front for Australian fashion as an innovative and creative entity.

Culture Vulture for March 2013

rescusubeditor@recu.com.au (Rescu Freelance) — Thu, 28 Feb 2013 11:45:00 +0000

Hello, Autumn!

We've rounded up the best cultural activities all across Australia to partake in this March. From the first-ever electro music festival overlooking Sydney Harbour to a stunning acrobatic performance set in the world of insects to a rock concert by classics KISS and Motley, there's something for everyone. Visit Australia's largest annual event Royal Easter Show in Sydney or join the celebrations for our country's capital city's 100th anniversary.

Let's delve into it!

By Sangeeta Kocharekar

2013 NSW Wine Festival Launch

rescueditor@recu.com.au (Rescu Team) — Thu, 21 Feb 2013 17:02:52 +0000

The 2013 NSW Wine Festival promises to be more spectacular than ever, involving 96 of the state’s best wineries, award-winning wine makers, local and regional restaurants and bars and artisan food producers. The festival kicks off tonight with tastings and live music at Sydney Cellar Door in Hyde park and is the perfect opportunity for Sydneysiders to discover the quality and diversity of NSW wines and local produce.

Celebrate the 85th Academy Awards at Glass Brasserie

rescusubeditor@recu.com.au (Rescu Freelance) — Fri, 15 Feb 2013 10:00:00 +0000

A glamorous industry lunch will be held on Monday at Glass Brasserie to celebrate the 85th Academy Awards. Supported by the Nine Network, Moёt & Chandon and Brokenwood, the event will raise money for Variety - The Children’s Charity.

Culture Vulture for February 2013

rescusubeditor@recu.com.au (Rescu Freelance) — Wed, 30 Jan 2013 20:30:00 +0000

With fluctuating and temperamental weather, it’s been an interesting summer to date. Here’s to hoping for clear skies, beautiful days and balmy nights to enjoy February’s events and festivities. Step into the Chinese Year of the Snake with celebrations all around Australia, take in the sounds of talented musical artists at national Laneway Festival, spend Valentine’s Day with the special people in your life atop at a Rooftop BBQ banquet or under a starry sky at an outdoor cinema, or rub shoulders with Australia’s elite at ‘The Polo Club,’ held on picturesque lawns. As always, we’ve rounded up the best events across Australia to keep you entertained all month long.

By Sangeeta Kocharekar

Australia Day Long Weekend 2013 What’s On

admin@localhost.com (Super User) — Sat, 19 Jan 2013 14:00:00 +0000

Australia Day is less than a week away and this year it happens to fall on a Saturday which means you’ve got two recovery days before you’re back at work so there’s no excuse not to celebrate!

Not sure what to do? No worries mate, we've rallied the best family-friendly events and parties in the country.

Movies at Cape Mentelle

admin@localhost.com (Super User) — Sat, 12 Jan 2013 14:00:00 +0000

One of the things we love most about summer is outdoor cinemas. There's something about watching a great film under the stars on a balmy evening that is simply unbeatable. This summer, Margaret River's Movies at Cape Mentelle is not only a great selection of films, but also some seriously incredible food, wine, and more.

Spiegelworld’s EMPIRE Heats Things Up Down Under

admin@localhost.com (Super User) — Thu, 10 Jan 2013 14:00:00 +0000

On one of the hottest days Sydney has ever seen, we gave up on trying to get cool and decided instead to turn the heat up a notch at Spiegelworld’s sexy EMPIRE show.