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Best In Town: Top 8 Things To Do In June
The top things to do in Sydney & Melbourne this month.
WHAT TO DO IN NSW
This June, fun-lovers of all ages can escape reality and dive into a whimsical world of light, colour, bubbles and fantasy when Bubble Planet: An Immersive Experience arrives in Sydney. Launching on 6th June at Paddington Pavilion in Sydney Olympic Park. This globally celebrated, multi-sensory experience has already been enjoyed by more than two million people worldwide – invites guests to explore more than 10 wondrous rooms, each designed to surprise, delight, and spark the imagination.
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The Casa Esquina Taco Sunday Roast has officially arrived! The Balmain restaurant has launched the ultimate Sunday feast – the Taco Roast! Tuck into half a flame-roasted chicken, juicy porchetta, crispy Old Bay fries with chipotle aioli, and fresh mixed leaf salad dressed in black pepper and garlic vinaigrette. Wrap it all up with warm tortillas and a hit of their house-made Salsa Española for a roast you can eat with your hands! The Taco Roast is available every Sunday from 5pm and is designed for sharing – all for $60!
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The refined rooftop above Cartier JŌJI is stepping into its next era with Social Saturdays: a high-energy bottomless lunch featuring a chef-curated shared menu, flowing French rosé, and live entertainment. This marks a broader shift for JŌJI, led by the introduction of a brand-new sushi offering from omakase-trained Head Chef Kihoon Kim (Bay Nine, Besuto, Sake). He joins Executive Chef Erik Ortolani (Itō), whose updated à la carte menu leans into generous, fire-driven Japanese dishes made to share.
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In celebration of National Donut Day and Donut King’s most popular product – the hot cinnamon donut – Donut King and Ovolo Hotels are offering two crave worthy ‘Hot Cinni Suites’ in what gives a whole new meaning to ‘sweet dreams’. For one night only, enjoy the in-room guest experience from a fully transformed Donut King room inclusive of luxury accessories, bath robes, cinnamon scented bathroom amenities and more. And it wouldn’t be a five-star experience without a ‘Press for Hot Cinni Donuts’ exclusive call service. Booking includes unlimited room service donuts, in-room massage treatment for two and a $150 food and beverage credit to enjoy cinnamon donut inspired cocktail and food experiences across the hotel.
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WHAT TO DO IN VIC
Celebrate olive harvest season this June long weekend at Grampians Olive Co.’s Harvest Open Day happening on 8th June. From 12.30pm enjoy authentic wood-fired pizza, cooked the traditional Italian way using olive tree wood while soaking up sweeping views of the 28,000-tree olive grove and the stunning Grampians National Park. After lunch from 1.30pm join Grampians Olive Co’s. two-generation owners/operators, the Mathews family, for an exclusive behind-the-scenes walking tour, including a look at different harvesting methods, learn about the process from olive tree to bottle and sustainable olive growing. There will also be an on-site tour will also include a visit to Grampians Olive Co.’s state of the art olive oil pressing plant which is the only one in the region.
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Jackalope is launching Jackalope Weekend, an immersive, all-inclusive culinary event taking place from 13th until 15th June at the award-winning Mornington Peninsula property. The jampacked weekend is designed to celebrate the art of collaboration and storytelling through food, drink and design, bringing together leading names in Melbourne’s culinary scene under one roof including Starward Whiskey, ALT Pasta Bar and Yugen.
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W Melbourne has just upgraded their after-work experience in the heart of the CBD. The Sip & Slice offer at Bar Lollo, located in the heart of Flinders Lane, is the perfect way to wind down after a busy work day. From 5pm Monday through Friday at Bar Lollo, located at W Melbourne in the heart of Flinders Lane, guests can now enjoy bottomless wines or beer and wood-fired pizza for $55 per person.
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Prison Island has arrived in Melbourne, a brand-new immersive experience that redefines escape rooms. Forget the usual puzzles, this is fast-paced, team-based strategy, skill, and hustle – Think challenge meets adrenaline, and only the sharpest minds will make it out in time!
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