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December 2020 / January 2021
Melbourne, Victoria
The Hot List Table of Contents
● Key Pillar & Themes Indicator – 3
● Upcoming Festival & Events – 4
● Virtual & Online Experiences – 6
● New Tourism Products & Experiences – 8
● Food & Drink Openings – 32
● New Accommodation – 65
● Future Accommodation Announcements – 88
The Hot List Key Pillars
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The Hot List Upcoming Festivals & Events
● Perth Festival - Perth, Western ● Gondwana Festival - The Scenic Rim ● Sydney Royal Easter Show - Sydney,
Australia (5 - 28 February) (1-31 March) New South Wales (1 - 12 April)
● Lunar New Year - National (12 February) ● Canberra Balloon Spectacular - ● Parrtjima – A Festival in Light - Darwin,
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory Northern Territory (9 - 18 April)
● SunSmart Busselton Jetty Swim - (6 - 14 March)
Busselton, Western Australia (13 - 14 ● Barossa Vintage Festival - Barossa,
February) ● Symphony in the Park - Canberra, South Australia (14 - 18 April)
Australian Capital Territory (7 March)
● Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras -
Please check event and Sydney, New South Wales (19 February ● Canberra Day - Canberra, Australian
festival websites for further - 7 March) Capital Territory (8 March)
information around ticketing
and bookings. ● Adelaide Fringe Festival - Adelaide, ● Noosa Eat & Drink Autumn Fare -
South Australia (19 February - 21 March) Noosa, Queensland (11 - 14 Mar)
● Agnes Blues, Roots & Rock Festival - ● Curiosity Brisbane - Brisbane,
Townsville, Queensland (19 Feb - 21 Mar) Queensland (12 - 28 Mar)
● Summer Sounds Festival - Cairns ● For The Love 2021 - Perth, Western
Regional Council (21 Feb) Australia; Melbourne, Victoria; Gold
Coast, Queensland (13 March)
● Nannup Music Festival - Nannup,
Western Australia (26 February - 1 ● Myponga Music Festival 2021 -
March) Greenwith, South Australia (20 March)
● Enlighten Illuminations - Canberra, ● Brisbane Cycling Festival - Brisbane,
Australian Capital Territory (26 Feb - 8 Queensland (24 Mar - 10 April)
Mar)
● Emergence Creative Festival -
● Trip the Switch - Ipswich, Queensland Margaret River, Western Australia (24 -
(27 Feb) 26 March)
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Virtual Experience State-wide, New South Wales
Launched November 2020
INSERT An interactive history app and website, Yesterday Stories, has
IMAGE launched featuring Indigenous, migrant, colonial and industrial
sites and landmarks, art and monuments and personal stories.
The app allows users to upload their own stories and the next
phase of development is heritage trails.
Sydney and Regional NSW stories are available to view.
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Dreamtime Dive and Snorkel, Tropical North Queensland
Tourism Products & Experiences Adelaide, South Australia
Launched December 2020
INSERT The noises, stories and mysteries of Adelaide Zoo will be
IMAGE brought to life in the first tour of its kind; Adelaide Zoo: After
Dark. Adelaide Zoo has teamed up with Haunted Horizons to
launch a dark history tour that navigates the intriguing 140-year
history of the zoo. Learn about the former residents - both
human and animal, assist a paranormal investigator in
uncovering the mysterious and unnerving side of the zoo and
hear the haunting stories as told by zookeepers past and
present.
Explore behind-the-scenes areas previously inaccessible to the
public and see Adelaide Zoo like never before. Bookings can be
made online now.
Tourism Products & Experiences Apollo Bay, Victoria
Launched November 2020
INSERT The Conservation Ecology Centre (CEC) has been in operation The driving force behind the CEC is Lizzie Corke, who earlier this
IMAGE for 20 years and is a driving force in creating a safe and vibrant year was awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia for service
future for wildlife on the Great Ocean Road. The CEC's vision is to conservation and the environment. Lizzie has a long history in
for a healthy and resilient Otways, and their work includes the both tourism and conservation, and has previously served as a
Oways Threatened Species Network, the Otway Ark, and the Director of Ecotourism Australia.
Cape Otway Ecological Burns Program. Like many conservation
organisations, the CEC experienced the need for a consistent CEC are also fortunate enough to have Leonie Bowles as
funding source for their conservation efforts, and developed the General Manager. Leonie also has extensive experience in the
concept for Wildlife Wonders. ecotourism space in Australia and internationally. The CEC's
Great Ocean Ecolodge has been operating for over 15 years, and
At Wildlife Wonders, visitors will join a guided walk with a is recognised as a Green Travel Leader by Ecotourism Australia.
conservationist and encounter unique wildlife living freely in a
stunning bushland environment overlooking the ocean. Guests
will learn about the ecology of the spectacular Otway Ranges
and the current research projects saving the Great Ocean
Road’s threatened species. Most importantly, all profits from
Wildlife Wonders will go directly to support the CEC's
conservation efforts. Bookings can be made online, and are
encouraged to avoid disappointment.Tourism Products & Experiences Melbourne, Victoria
Launched December 2020
INSERT WAM! connects small groups with nature with guided active
IMAGE outdoor adventure trips, close to Melbourne. Enjoy revitalising
with minimal impact activities like, stand up paddleboarding,
mountain biking, and bushwalking, combined with wildlife
spotting, stories and indulgence at sustainably conscious cafes,
wineries and hot springs.
WAM! is unique as it gives the people the opportunity to have
an epic nature adventure on Melbourne's doorstep (without
having to travel hours). Every aspect of the adventures are
designed to make a difference and give back to the
environment and community. Bookings are available online
now.Tourism Products & Experiences South West, Western Australia
Launched January 2021
INSERT
IMAGE Nullarbor Traveller by Australian Wildlife Adventures has
launched a four day Yoga & Wellness Glamping Adventure in
Australia's South West. Departing from Perth, this unique
product was created for the domestic market and is the first
tour of it's kind in Australia.
Experiences include a stand-up paddle boarding yoga class, a
spice masterclass, hiking along the Cape to Cape Track, a
cultural experience a Wadandi custodian, sound meditation and
yoga classes in pristine outdoor locations, and glamping at the
permaculture farm Fair Harvest. In partnership with some great
local businesses, this tour is guaranteed to leave your soul
glowing! Suitable for beginners to experienced yogi's, this tour
departs Perth once per month from January to April 2021. To see
the full itinerary and to book, head online now.Tourism Products & Experiences Broome, Western Australia
Launching May 2021
INSERT Kimberley Air Tours have just launched ‘Kimberley Air Safaris'
IMAGE which is a small collection of Air Safaris departing from Broome
for either 3, 4, 5, 6 or 7 night durations. These tailored Air Safaris
have been designed to incorporate carefully picked air, ground
and water tours that encapsulate the true essence of the
Kimberley, allowing visitors to discover and explore its unique
landscapes and learn its story. Packages include activities,
accommodation, daily breakfasts and other selected meals.
These Air Safaris are available to book now, for more detailed
information check out their listings online.Tourism Products & Experiences Lake Macquarie, New South Wales
Launched January 2021
INSERT Discover the rich biodiversity and rugged coastline of Lake
IMAGE Macquarie on CoastXP’s Caves Coastal Hike. Begin at Caves
Beach before heading off on a relaxed guided coastal hike
through the Wallarah National Park. The two-hour, 8.5 kilometre
hike focuses on Aboriginal heritage, local geology, coastal
history as well as the flora and fauna native to the park. With an
emphasis on respecting and conserving the local coastal
environment, the Caves Coastal Hike will operate over the
warmer months of the year and bookings can be made through
the CoastXP website.Tourism Products & Experiences Sydney, New South Wales
Due to reopen mid-2021
INSERT Luna Park Sydney has announced a $30 million upgrade,
IMAGE bringing nine new rides to the park in 2021. The upgrade to one
of Australia’s best-known attractions includes six new children's
rides, a thrill ride, a family roller coaster as well as a new Big
Dipper, which will be the first inline seating launch roller coaster
in the world. This investment will turn Luna Park into a
world-class amusement park, fit for the 21st century. The
upgrade will also create hundreds of new jobs and help boost
local tourism and the economy. Ride construction will
commence in February 2021, with the amusement park closing
temporarily from 27 January, and set to reopen in mid-2021. For
more information visit the Luna Park website.Tourism Products & Experiences Sunshine Coast, Queensland
Launched December 2020
INSERT The iconic amphibious Aquaduck has been operating on the
IMAGE Gold Coast for 25 years and has now expanded operations to
include the Sunshine Coast, offering one hour sightseeing tours
exploring the Mooloolaba streets and the Mooloolah River. The
tour drives along the Esplanade at Mooloolaba overlooking the
beach before splashing in for a cruise through the nearby
waterways. This tour offers a perfect mix between beautiful
natural landscapes, wildlife and waterways, with bookings
available now.
Sights and highlights of the tour include Point Cartwright, Fish
Market and Trawlers, Mooloolah River and wildlife, Minyama
area, and Canals and waterways lined with beautiful mansions.Tourism Products & Experiences Fraser Coast, Queensland
Launched 2021
INSERT
IMAGE Two of the Fraser Coast’s most popular marine based tourism
businesses have teamed up to launch an exciting new
experience - offering a range of overnight yacht and
sportfishing packages.
The packages are designed to allow visitors to experience the
thrill of world class sportfishing in one of the country’s best
fisheries and enjoy the comfort and facilities of their very own
sleep aboard yacht.
Fraser Island Boat Charters and Hervey Bay Fly and Sportfishing
are now offering guests 3 night, 5 night and 7 night bareboat
and full day guided fishing options. Guests are picked up from
their yacht by the team at Hervey Bay Fly and Sportfishing
whilst sailing the west coast of World Heritage listed Fraser
Island. Bookings are available online now.Tourism Products & Experiences Great Barrier Reef, Queensland
Launched December 2020
INSERT Visitors to the Museum of Underwater Art (MOUA) in December The exclusive package included a full day trip to the Great
IMAGE had the opportunity to be a part of history, as the first coral Barrier Reef with Adrenalin Snorkel and Dive, accompanied by a
planting program was announced – inviting divers from across qualified marine scientist from Reef Ecologic. Guests planted
Australia to contribute to the ongoing protection of the Great baby coral specimen inside the Coral Greenhouse and will
Barrier Reef. receive a scientific report of their coral garden after 12-months.
The next chapter in MOUA's unique story saw citizen scientists While the December tour is now finished, keen traveller can
play a crucial role in the growth of the Coral Greenhouse, keep an eye out for future experiences, or express interest to
inviting the general public to collaborate with artists, take part in future tours on the Adrenalin Dive website.
Indigenous storytellers and scientists to plant coral.
Avid divers with a keen interest in reef conservation were invited
to work with a marine scientist and participate in the physical
planting of coral at the John Brewer Reef site across the month
of December.Tourism Products & Experiences Fraser Island, Queensland
Launched December 2020
INSERT The Tasman Venture team are thrilled to offer new Private Guests can choose from one, two, three or more days to cruise
IMAGE Charter experiences in the Fraser Coast. These multi-day, sleep and explore World Heritage listed Fraser Island and the calm,
on board escapes, are fully guided and catered, and visit the protected waters of the Fraser Coast with their friends and
World Heritage Listed Fraser Island and the stunning Lady Elliot family on Tasman Venture's fully crewed catamaran. Guests
Island on the Southern Great Barrier Reef. have the option to extend their stay two or more nights to
explore the southern Great Barrier Reef on this ultimate private
Personalised to meet the individual needs of customers, escape.
Tasman Venture will offer flexible itineraries to allow guests to
select their desired days, destinations and activities. Guided The Tasman Venture offers spacious, air-conditioned comfort for
hiking, cruising, swimming, snorkelling, kayaking, stand up up to 30 passengers for day escapes and up to 12 passengers for
paddle boarding, thrill-seeking tube rides, sunbaking, beach overnight escapes. This new experience is available for
hopping, social fishing, and wildlife spotting are many of the immediate bookings online.
activities that customers can include for their ultimate
adventure.Tourism Products & Experiences Cairns, Queensland
Launching 2022
INSERT Australian adventure and leisure tourism company, Experience
IMAGE Co. has been awarded a grant by the Queensland Government
to build the Cairns region’s first pontoon on the Great Barrier
Reef in over a decade.
With a current working title of ‘Dreamtime Island’, the platform
will offer visitors the Great Barrier Reef’s only Sea Country,
science and sustainability-led on-water product, weaving a
narrative of Indigenous storytelling with western science and
eco-powered initiatives.
Due to launch at the beginning of 2022, the new pontoon will
be an exciting extension of Experience Co.’s current Dreamtime
Dive & Snorkel tour, a one-day, all-inclusive experience led by
Indigenous Sea Rangers who provide a local interpretation of
the sea country.
Delivered in partnership with the traditional owner group
Gunggandji, it is the only Indigenous-led sea country tour on
the Great Barrier Reef.Tourism Products & Experiences Various locations, Nationwide
Launched December 2020
INSERT Abercrombie & Kent have launched three new Air Safari
IMAGE itineraries on board a private, luxury Citation X jet for parties of
up to eight passengers. The luxury journeys immerse guests in
exclusive excursions, include the finest accommodation and
dining and visit exotic destinations not easily accessible by
commercial carriers.
The new private jet itineraries include an eight-day journey from
the ancient gorges of Adels Grove to the rugged Kimberley
region and tropical oasis of Ningaloo Reef; a nine-day trip
through Western Australia, South Australia, and King Island,
showcasing the Nullarbor to the regal Flinders Ranges and the
winding waters of the Murray River; and an eight-day adventure
from Coober Pedy to the Queensland outback and the coastal
idyll of Hamilton island. For more information visit the website.Tourism Products & Experiences Sydney, New South Wales
Launched December 2020
INSERT A new Changing Climates display has been installed within the
IMAGE permanent exhibition, ‘Surviving Australia’ at the Australian
Museum. The display explores key themes of how humans are
changing the climate, the scale of impacts and how we can all
play a part in reducing emissions.
Interactive touchscreens and videos within the display allow an
immersive and personalised exploration of topics related to
individual and community actions and broader impacts across
Australia. The newly reopened museum is also the first natural
history museum to be Climate Active Carbon Neutral certified.
Admission to the Changing Climates display is free. Check out
their website for more information!Tourism Products & Experiences Sydney, New South Wales
Launched January 2021
INSERT Sydney Festival and BridgeClimb Sydney have unveiled the
IMAGE Burrawa Climb, a unique immersion into Aboriginal stories and
landmarks across Sydney Harbour. Climbers are guided by
Aboriginal storytellers as they scale the summit of the Sydney
Harbour Bridge and discover a fresh perspective of the city
below. Conceived and written by festival artistic director Wesley
Enoch, Burrawa—a local Aboriginal word that means ‘above’ or
‘upwards’ - will allow climbers to hear fascinating stories and
history from the world’s oldest living culture. Ten dollars from
every climb will go to the Tribal Warrior Aboriginal Corporation,
with climbs kicking off on 8 January and running throughout
the festival period. For further information and bookings visit
the BridgeClimb website.Tourism Products & Experiences Sydney, New South Wales
Launched January 2021
INSERT The Royal Botanic Gardens has launched an Aboriginal Cultural
IMAGE Sunset Tour, offering a unique way to experience one of
Sydney's most iconic attractions. The Sunset Tour takes visitors
through the Cadi Garden with an Aboriginal tour guide where
they can learn about native plants and their cultural use, try
some bush foods and learn about the different tools and
technology used by Aboriginal people to live on and care for
Country. The tour is suitable for children aged seven and over
and will run until 30 January 2021. To learn more and to
purchase your ticket visit the website.Tourism Products & Experiences Sydney, New South Wales
Launching March 2021
INSERT Opera Australia has confirmed its spectacular outdoor event, Attracting more than 400,000 attendees from across Australia
IMAGE Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour will return in March 2021 with and around the globe since its inception, Handa Opera on
Verdi’s hugely popular La Traviata, after being shut-down earlier Sydney Harbour is considered a signature, not to-be-missed
in 2020 due to COVID-19, just two weeks out from opening event for Sydney locals and visitors. Tickets are on sale now via
night. the website.
The inaugural Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour in 2012 opened
to great fanfare and marked the beginning of an enduring and
productive partnership with Dr Handa that demonstrates a
steadfast commitment to the arts and culture in Australia.
The original set is being revived with the breathtaking
nine-metre high chandelier with its glistening 10,000 crystals
again taking centre stage. The show-stopping aria 'Sempre
Libera' and the legendary drinking song ‘Brindisi’ will be
performed by an outstanding cast and conducted by acclaimed
maestro Brian Castles-Onion.Tourism Products & Experiences Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, Northern Territory
Launching September 2021
INSERT After captivating audiences with its inaugural concert in
IMAGE November 2019, Opera Australia will return to Uluru in
September 2021 with four huge performances planned across
one weekend. Partnering with Voyages Indigenous Tourism
Australia, guests will have the opportunity to hear some of the
world’s finest music performed with the spectacular Uluru-Kata
Tjuta National Park and Bruce Munro’s Field of Light Uluru as
the backdrop.
In 2021, guests can curate their own musical journey by
choosing from a range of packages and stand-alone concerts –
from an evening performance of Mozart coupled with an
open-air dinner at Sails in the Desert, special sunrise
performances, a string quartet performing Brahms love songs
and a recital by accomplished cellist, Taryn Fiebig. The event will
be held from 17 to 19 September 2021. For more information visit
Ayers Rock Resort website.Tourism Products & Experiences Perth, Western Australia
Launched January 2020
INSERT The Matagarup Bridge Climb will open to the public on January
IMAGE 26 with bookings and gift certificates now available online.
Perth’s newest tourism attraction, Matagarup Zip+Climb is
being opened in two stages; the bridge climb on January 26 and
the zip-line not long after.
Matagarup Zip+Climb General Manager Ryan Zaknich said the
climb was open to anyone fit and over eight years old, meaning
families could enjoy the experience together. Given the
Matagarup Bridge was not originally built for people to climb,
this is a true climb experience. Climbers will need to trek up 314
steps up a 45-degree angle and shimmy, slide and squeeze
through tight spaces to reach the Sky View platform.
The Zip-Line experience takes zippers from the launch platform
of Matagarup Bridge 400 metres across the Swan River to a safe
landing platform in Burswood Park. The Bridge Climb and
Express Zip tickets start from $59, with Zip+Climb packages
starting from $99. Visit the website to book now.Tourism Products & Experiences Canberra, Australian Capital Territory
Launched December 2020
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IMAGE In a first for the brand and any distillery in the Canberra region, Underground Spirits’ Urban Distillery Experiences operate at the
Underground Spirits are now offering new lakeside gin Canberra and Region Visitors Centre at Regatta Point, Thursday
experiences. – Sunday each week, with various session times available.
Pre-booking is essential. Check session times and dates for
The two unique Urban Distillery Experiences include: availability. See the website for more information and to book.
● The Spirit of Canberra – Underground Experience, an
immersive experience sharing Underground Spirits’
history, the history of gin, production processes and
botanicals, plus an exploration of the G&T and how to
perfect it.
● Underground Spirits Mixed Up! Tasting & Cocktail
Masterclass, a longer session whereby guests join a
mixologist for a cocktail making demo and tasting.
Both experiences include sample tastings and drinks.Tourism Products & Experiences Central Coast, New South Wales
Launched December 2020
INSERT A collective of Central Coast makers and creators have teamed The Chocolate Factory: An immersive confectionary wonderland
IMAGE up to offer a ‘Meet the Makers’ experience that trails the Central in West Gosford, The Factory is the home of Nougat Limar, Bon
Coast from coast to hinterland, opening their doors for tastings, Bon Fine Chocolate and The Sydney Marshmallow Co.,
tipples and a variety of tours, intimate workshops and events. relocating from Sydney’s Strand Arcade in more recent years.
Book a factory tour and tasting, or the little kids will love the
Experiences include: Junior Chocolatier Workshops.
Broken Bay Pearl Farm, Pearls of Australia: Start the journey at
Mooney Mooney - the gateway to the Central Coast – stopping Firescreek Winery: In the agricultural gem of Holgate you can
in at the newly opened Broken Bay Shellar Door right on the sample Firescreek Winery's botanical fruit and flower wines at
Hawkesbury River. Take to the water on a hosted tour to the cellar door, or for a more in-depth experience book in for a
experience NSW’s only pearl farm and spend time with meet the winemaker tour. Alternatively, if you have more time,
third-generation pearl farmers who harvest the precious, local try the luxurious chocolate and wine experience for two, a
Akoya pearls. You can even buy some beautiful pearl jewellery rewarding bushtucker and wine experience with a local
direct on-site from their grading room. Darkinjung elder, or a foraging and mixology experience is also
available.
Little Creek Cheese: Multi award-winning, hand-crafted cheeses.
Meet the family of cheesemakers at their factory headquarters For more information visit the website.
and tasting room housed at the historic Wyong Milk Factory, or
get your hands dirty on a cheesemaking workshop.Tourism Products & Experiences Darwin, Northern Territory
Launched January 2020
INSERT Offering a range of brunch, dinner and drink tours, the new
IMAGE collection of Darwin Gourmet Tours constantly evolves to ensure
visitors and locals alike indulge in some of the most diverse
dining in Australia. Offering the freshest local ingredients in the
Northern Territory the guided culinary tours give participants
the chance to discover the best of Darwin’s food scene. Diners
walk between venues and enjoy a guided walk talking to the
cultural and historic landmarks, as well as Darwin’s rich
multicultural heritage and influence on its food scene. Upon
reaching each venue, chefs present their cuisine and inform
guests about their culinary influences. Bookings are available
online now.Tourism Products & Experiences State-wide, Tasmania
Launching March 2021
INSERT While the trip will also showcase the natural beauty and sights
IMAGE BakeClub’s Anneka Manning has partnered with premium of Tasmania, the itinerary has been specifically tailored to offer
guided holiday expert, Insight Vacations, to create a foodie’s culinary experiences not available to the public. From a private
dream trip through Tasmania. Over nine glorious days, together pickling and preserving workshop at Michelle Crawford’s studio
with Manning, guests will discover the real stories behind the kitchen, to a behind-the-scenes farm tour and cooking
people, the produce and the places that makes Tasmania workshop with Rodney Dunn at the Agrarian kitchen, each day
Australia’s most loved foodie destination. on the trip is filled with memorable moments, insightful
cooking tips, and of course indulging in local specialties.
Guests will get hands-on as they join workshops, visit
sustainable farms, talk to artisan bakers and explore markets This one-off departure in March is the perfect opportunity for
offering world-renowned produce. From Hobart and the Huon Australian’s to take a local escape that combines their passion
Valley, to the Freycinet Peninsula and Launceston, travellers will for food and travel. Interested travellers can join Uncovering the
love this trip for the exceptional food, exclusive experiences and Flavours of Tasmania with Anneka Manning for $5,975 per
inspiring personalities they’ll meet along the way. person twin share. Spots are limited and guests are encouraged
to book early to secure their spot.Three Blue Ducks, New South Wales INSERT BACKGROUND IMAGE
Food & Drink Openings Central Coast. New South Wales
Opened November 2020
INSERT ‘Tropical and eclectic’, are two words that sum up the new
IMAGE restaurant Shady Palms which launched in November (taking
over the former Bombini Garden Restaurant and Pizzeria). Pick
a spot in their lush garden by the oyster and champagne
‘shack’, by the outdoor undercover wood-fire pizza oven, or in
the cottage for a more classic dining experience. Soak up the
surf culture vibe and regular live music, as Shady Palms will fit
effortlessly into your summer holiday schedule. As for the menu,
expect seafood, poke bowls and yakitori. Bookings are currently
taken online.Food & Drink Openings Sydney, New South Wales
Opening February 2021
INSERT Core is the last in a hotly anticipated string of restaurant
IMAGE openings at Crown Tower’s in Sydney. Launching in May, Core is
an Australian replica of the Michelin-starred, farm-to-table
eatery in London's Notting Hill. Although the menu is still a
secret, if the London restaurant’s stellar menu of delicately
balanced seafood dishes, along with deliciously tender meat
and fruit focused deserts is anything to go by, it’s sure to be a
knockout. More details will be added online shortly.Food & Drink Openings The Rocks, New South Wales
Opening March 2021
INSERT The Greek-Australian chef, Peter Conistis, is set to open his new
IMAGE restaurant, Ploos, in Campbell’s Stores, a dining precinct next to
Circular Quay. The chef behind popular restaurants Alpha,
Omega and Cosmos is focusing on South Mediterranian dishes
at Ploos where the design of the restaurant includes an
oversized eat-at-bar where you can snack on harbour views and
Conistis’ food. Keep an eye out for the website and more details
in the coming months.Food & Drink Openings Sunshine Coast, Queensland
Opened December 2020
INSERT One of the culinary stars of the Spicers Group, Cameron
IMAGE Matthews, has returned to the Sunshine Coast to launch a new
Chef-in-Residence dining space called Winston in the former
Wasabi space on the Noosa River. The Winston dining
experience is a set menu, with in-season extras, showcasing
Matthew’s obsession with the best, freshest Sunshine Coast
produce prepared with utmost attention to sight, taste and
texture, perfectly matched by a small, hand-picked list of
beverages from the best regions in the country. Winston is the
result of years of dreaming and planning, the culmination of
decades of experience and the full expression of Matthews’ food
philosophy. Bookings are available online now.Food & Drink Openings Gold Coast, Queensland
Opening June 2021
INSERT Misono is the standout new restaurant at JW Marriott Resort
IMAGE and Spa in the Gold Coast, following a $35 million investment in
the rebrand hotel’s rebrand. Misono, is a Japanese restaurant
with a twist combining four different dining experiences,
meshing them into one "laneway" that will include a teppanyaki
dining room, an intimate izakaya, a tearoom and sushi bar. A
japanese whisky bar, Inspired by the bustling streets of
Harajuku, will also feature in the space complete with its own
terrace overlooking the hinterland.Food & Drink Openings Adelaide, South Australia
Opening March 2021
INSERT Huami is the new opulent Chinese restaurant that aims to not
IMAGE only be Adelaide's finest Chinese restaurant, but South
Australia's best restaurant. Diners will have the opportunity to
admire the 1,200 bottle wine wall and huge dragon pillars whilst
feasting on authentic and delicious. Guests can even escape to
one Promising to be both authentic and opulent. Huami is set
to open in March as part of Adelaide Casino's $330 million
SkyCity expansion.Food & Drink Openings Hobart, Tasmania
Opening June 2021
INSERT Luxury hotel. The Tasman, has appointed Tasmanian-born,
IMAGE Naples-raised chef Massimo Mele as their new culinary director.
Although the restaurant is yet-to-be-named, diners can be sure
to expect an exquisite menu, artfully curated and with both
Italian and Tasmanian influences. The restaurant and hotel are
set to open in June.Food & Drink Openings Melbourne, Victoria
Opened November 2020
INSERT Three Blue Ducks have opened their Melbourne venue at
IMAGE Australia’s first surf park – URBNSURF Melbourne. The venue will
perfectly complement this world-class surfing destination
which is pioneering a new, safe and inclusive way to surf.
Located 16 kilometers from Melbourne CBD and just minutes
from Melbourne’s Tullamarine Airport, Three Blue Ducks’
delivers the group’s ethos of simple, real food, showcasing the
best of Victoria’s farms, wineries, craft breweries and artisan
producers. Bookings are available via the Three Blue Ducks
website. Capacity is reduced in line with COVID restrictions.Food & Drink Openings Lorne, Victoria
Opened December 2020
INSERT The iconic Flinders Lane restaurant Coda is putting down roots
IMAGE in Lorne expanding the coastal suite of Melbourne’s dining
scene. In January 2020, Coda hit the road for a summer pop-up
in the top floor of the Lorne Hotel which then sparked the idea
of a more permanent outpost to come to life December 2020.
The Lorne hotel is three stories, with Coda Lorne sharing space
with cousin restaurant Movida at ground level; the pub on the
second floor; and up top punters can expect a huge 120 seat
restaurant with killer views of Loutitt Bay and the town of Lorne.
Compared with the CBD’s menu featuring Euro-Vietnamese
cuisine with a French influence, Coda Lorne is keeping it simple
and will serve strictly Asian cuisine all sourced as locally as
possible with a couple of favourites on the menu. Bookings are
available now.Food & Drink Openings Mornington Peninsula, Victoria
Opened December 2020
INSERT Fine dining restaurant Laura at Pt. Leo Estate, on Victoria’s
IMAGE Mornington Peninsula, has undergone a recalibration unveiling
a new look to its dining room and menu offering under Culinary
Director, Phil Wood.
The menu is an artful celebration of Wood’s training in classic
techniques with his signature modern interpretations. The wine
list is equally to-die for and curate by Head Sommelier Andrew
Murch. Bookings are open now via their website.Food & Drink Openings Lake Entrance, Victoria
Opened December 2020
INSERT Anchored in the harbour of Lakes Entrance in a refurbished
IMAGE Ferry, Soda Fish boasts a world-class bar and grill for dining
in-house, as well as a fish and chippery set up for takeaway.
Executive chef and owner (and ex-Atlantic at Crown chef) Nick
Mahlook has put together a menu that not only supports his
local community but also showcases what the region has to
offer as a whole. Nick’s menu at Soda Fish will highlight the
freshest wild and sustainable fish, oysters and shellfish and
celebrate local producers for many years to come.
On the lower deck of the restaurant guests will find an old
fashioned fish and chippery, with takeaway beer, wine, and
bottled cocktails to enjoy onsite or takeaway to the beach.
Bookings are available now.Food & Drink Openings Melbourne, Victoria
Opened January 2021
INSERT Farmer's Daughters, officially opened its doors on January 28 in
IMAGE Melbourne’s new 80 Collins precinct. Respected Melbourne chef
Alejandro Saravia has brought his vision to establish an
embassy for Gippsland in the heart of the CBD, in this highly
anticipated venture. All areas of the striking three-level concept
will champion the true essence of Gippsland, celebrating the
diversity and richness of produce from the region.
Working alongside Alejandro is Head Chef David Boyle (ex Lake
House and Pastuso). Together, they have worked collaboratively
on the expansive menu that keeps within the philosophy of
working with only fresh seasonal produce supplied directly
through a unique supply chain philosophy, whilst telling the
stories of the seasons and producers in Gippsland. Bookings are
available online now.Food & Drink Openings Melbourne, Victoria
Opening March 2021
INSERT Chris Lucas and Martin Benn have announced further The main SOCIETY dining room boasts vast ceilings, while the
IMAGE developments in their creative partnership with the launch of Lillian Terrace is a more verdant affair with an open-air terrace
SOCIETY, a landmark establishment of diverse dining and for outdoor dining. The eponymous Lillian Terrace is named for
drinking experiences. Located at the prestigious and historic 80 the legendary Collins Street denizen, Lillian Wightman, and
Collins Street building in Melbourne, this long-awaited project is overlooks her former couture salon, Le Louvre.
scheduled to open in late March 2021.
The avant-garde cooking that has earned Martin Benn global
Dramatic in scale but intimate in style, the restaurant has 180 recognition will continue to evolve and broaden. The menus in
degree views over Collins and Exhibition streets. A all three environments will be entirely unique to each setting
contemporary reimagining of mid-century attitude, SOCIETY and will be a la carte throughout.
will encompass distinctly different experiences – the SOCIETY
dining room, customised private dining, the Lillian Terrace
(indoor and outdoor dining) and a luxurious lounge bar.
The series of connected spaces remain independent in menu
offerings. The lounge bar seamlessly interconnects both
restaurants while maintaining its own identity, its small menu
will be the perfect accompaniment after sipping a martini or
two, or for those seeking a pre-dinner taste of what’s to come.Food & Drink Openings Melbourne, Victoria
Opening April 2021
INSERT Sunda chef Khanh Nguyen's second restaurant was due to open
IMAGE in July but was postponed due to COVID-19. The extra time has
allowed Nguyen to experiment with the menu at Aru, named
after a group of east Indonesian islands between West Papua
and Australia. Aru's menu will focus on cooking over coals and
fermentation, using ingredients and flavours indigenous to both
Australia and Indonesia. Set to open in April, it will open a block
from the Bourke Street Mall and Swanston Street, and feature
roast and cured meats with garnishes and sauces like a finger
lime and bush tomato sambal.Food & Drink Openings Melbourne, Victoria
Opening April 2021
INSERT Nomad Melbourne is the epitome of the much-loved formula of
IMAGE stripped-back, Mediterranean-accented, local produce-focused
cooking. Jacqui Challinor is gracing South Melbourne by taking
Sydney’s Nomad down South. With Claire Cousins as the
architect at the helm, they will be taking over the basement
space formerly occupied by long-running restaurant Ezard. The
space is set to fit 100 seats and is set to open in April.Food & Drink Openings Gosford, New South Wales
Opened December 2020
INSERT The African-inspired bar and eatery opened in the heart of
IMAGE Gosford, on the Central Coast of NSW in December. Expect a
range of southern African meats, punchy cocktails, and with a
wild interior styled by well-known interior stylist, Xanthe
Highfield and safari-style mural by Leigh Caplin. The bar and
restaurant will be open for lunch and dinner seven days a week,
and is a great spot for a night cap. Check out their website now.Food & Drink Openings Freshwater, New South Wales
Opened January 2021
INSERT Located just moments away from the beach, Harbord Hotel
IMAGE encapsulates Freshwater’s rich history and young spirit, offering
a laidback haven for Northern Beaches locals from brekky to
sundown.
Harbord Hotel (formerly Harbord Beach Hotel) has stood
proudly as a community landmark for nearly a century, and is
now in the dedicated hands of Freshwater locals and new
owners Glenn Piper and Lachlan Cottee. The evolution has been
designed with everyone in mind, but locals at the heart, and
great time and care has gone into understanding the fabric and
stories of the area to help shape the venue’s future.
The result is a true beachside haven; a local icon informed by
the surf culture that has long been embedded within the
venue’s name. A cultural melting pot where locals come to
discover and share great tastes, sounds, and good vibes in the
comfort of a laid back hangout that feels like a second home.
Bookings are available now.Food & Drink Openings Terrigal, New South Wales
Opened January 2021
INSERT Terrigal Beach House is a vibrant meeting places for endless
IMAGE good times and even better views, situated in the stunning
heart of Terrigal on the Central Coast of NSW.
Located on The Esplanade, Terrigal Beach House is on the
ground floor of Crowne Plaza Terrigal Pacific offering an
incredible alfresco dining experience for locals and visitors.
Bookings are available online now.Food & Drink Openings Sydney, New South Wales
Opening March 2021
INSERT RE-, the world’s first permanent no-waste bar, will be opening in
IMAGE the newly-restored South Eveleigh precinct in Sydney in March.
The brainchild of hospitality heavyweights Matt Whiley and
Maurice Terzini, RE- is a bar built from the ground up to be one
of the world’s best.
RE- is promised to have a sharp focus on ocal ingredients and
sustainability. At RE-, Whiley is pushing that to its limits,
interrogating everything from the materials and glassware, to
the light fittings, ingredients and garnishes, through to what
goes in the bin. The result is an approach to waste that is
world-leading, with every facet of the bar considered from the
lens of sustainability.
Further details about the launch of RE- will be announced in
due course.Food & Drink Openings Sydney New South Wales
Opening 2021
INSERT The team at Maybe Sammy have released a string of exciting Maybe Sammy has also partnered with TFE Hotels to manage
IMAGE announcements, including a new bar opening in the Sydney the food and beverage offering of a new premium hotel
CBD in February, a partnership with TFE Hotels and a brand experience due to open early 2021 on the corner of George and
new cocktail list. Hunter Streets in the Sydney CBD. The team behind Maybe
Sammy, co-owners Vince Lombardo, Stef Catino and Andrea
Sammy Junior, the suave café sibling of Maybe Sammy and Gualdi, will manage the bar and restaurant (working title Deans
Maybe Frank, will open on the ground level of 66 King Street in on 22) as well as the in-room dining and drinking experiences,
the Sydney CBD from February 2021. The espresso coffee bar which will include Maybe Sammy bottled cocktails.
will be the highlight of the morning trade, offering a bespoke
Sammy coffee blend crafted by coffee connoisseur Martin At the original Maybe Sammy bar, guests will find over 20 new
Hudak (2017 World Coffee in Good Spirits Champion and Mr cocktails to play with. Check out the full list and make a booking
Black Ambassador) alongside a short selection of classic online.
breakfast bites from consultant chef Rob Lechowicz (Blackwood
Pantry).Food & Drink Openings Sydney, New South Wales
Opening 2021
INSERT Aria is the crown jewel of the renowned Solotel Group, a staple
IMAGE on the ever-changing Sydney food scene. However, the
fine-dining institution is set to create its own relaxed wine bar in
one of its two private function spaces.
Set to open in the first half of the year, the casual bar will be led
by Aria's head sommelier Alex Kirkwood and offer a sprawling
wine list with more than 80 wines by the glass and 1,700 bottles.
A seasonal, produce-driven snack menu created by Aria's
executive chef Joel Bickford will be carefully curate to allow
guests to experience the restaurants ingenuity, in a relaxed
setting. Keep tabs on their website for more details.Food & Drink Openings Brisbane, Queensland
Opened December 2020
INSERT Located in the bustling Brunswick Street, Cielo Rooftop is
IMAGE brought to you by the team behind Australia's best bar Maybe
Sammy and Salt Meats Cheese. Sitting amongst Fortitude
Valley’s skyline, the multi-level Italian inspired venue boasts an
amazing new rooftop bar (Cielo) for out of this world cocktails,
plus the La Costa restaurant with seafood-focused menu on the
ground level.
Cielo Rooftop bar and La Costa aim to take guests on a journey
through the Italia Rivera without needing to leave Brisbane –
perfect if you’re missing that European summer getaway!
Bookings can be made on the Cielo and La Costa websites.Food & Drink Openings Brisbane, Queensland
Opened December 2020
INSERT The masterminds behind Rick Shores have opened a new
IMAGE luxurious restaurant in a new jaw-dropping three-storey space
in Brisbane’s Fish Lane foodie paradise.
Serving East-asian cuisine with a love of Chinese tradition, and
pouring wines that share their appreciation of classic
expressions from the great regions of the world alongside their
favourite Australian producers. Bookings are available now.Food & Drink Openings Adelaide, South Australia
Opening late March 2021
INSERT Fugazzi is set to take over the old Rigoni's building on Leigh
IMAGE Street, Adelaide CBD in late March.
Prepare yourself for a plethora of long lunches with old-school,
New York-style Italian style dishes. You can come to expect
house-made pasta and pizza, meat cooked over coals, tasty
snacks, and cheese. To bring Fugazzi to life, Simon Kardachi
(Shōbōsho, Melt) has teamed up with MasterChef's Laura
Sharrad and her husband Max, most recently from Nido, the
Hyde Park pasta bar with Justin Lane in charge of the wines.Food & Drink Openings Adelaide, South Australia
Opening 2021
INSERT A long-awaited overhaul at the food hall at 11 Waymouth Street
IMAGE in Adelaide has seen it be populated with serious food options,
and at the top end is Eleven, an elegant offering by the guys
from Sprout Cooking School, Themis Chryssidis and Callum
Hann. Proudly matching local wines to local produce to create a
modern Australian menu, Eleven will have an (as yet unnamed)
accomplished chef and a sommelier, with dining spilling out
into a new outdoor courtyard. The bar is already open (bookings
taken online) and the restaurant will follow shortly.Food & Drink Openings Albert Park, Victoria
Opened December 2020
INSERT Soak up the sunshine at the pop-up summer destination you
IMAGE didn’t know you were missing at the Albert Park lake Club. The
Smith Prahran and Power House have teamed up to bring
casual cocktails with friends and delicious summer snacks to
the ultimate lakeside picnic venue.
Enjoy unbeatable waterfront views as you kick back, relax and
enjoy those sun-filled afternoons with mates. Feast on shared
bites, fresh seafood and delicious salads – and of course,
signature spritz, wine & beers to keep your thirst quenched.
Check out the website to book now, with dates being offered
until the end of February.Food & Drink Openings Williamstown, Victoria
Opened December 2020
INSERT A brand-new sky-high drinking spot, complete with views
IMAGE across Melbourne has popped up in Williamstown in Victoria.
Sitting atop the newly revamped Hobsons Bay Hotel - a new
three-storey pub - there is plenty of room for dining and a
wraparound balcony overlooking the street.
Out the back find a roomy rooftop deck complete with its own
bar and space for up to 100 people. With an impressive woodfire
grill and rotisserie, the kitchen serves up a brasserie-style menu
and more casual eats. There is a 11-strong tap list, backed by an
expansive selection of vino. There’s also a series of tap wines and
cocktails to enjoy alongside the view. Visit their website to book
now.Food & Drink Openings Melbourne, Victoria
Opening February 2021
INSERT Flinders Lane will soon be home to a new wine bar, cocktail bar
IMAGE and a japanese restaurant at the Marriott’s new W Melbourne
hotel, alongisde its signature 110-seat restaurant Lollo.
With Adam D’Sylvia (Coda, Tonka) signed on as creative director,
Lollo will serve everything from breakfast through to nightcaps,
with a menu drawing on D'Sylva's Indian and Italian heritage, as
well as his love for Southeast Asian and European flavours and
techniques. Bookings available online now.Food & Drink Openings River Tamar, Tasmania
Opened January 2021
INSERT Located in lutruwita (Tasmania) on the kanamaluka (River Guests can try 4 x 40ml pours of any of the eight wines on offer
IMAGE Tamar) about 25 minute meander north of Launceston, Stoney for $15; or a $25 flight tasting two wines alongside another
Rise has given birth to the Cellar Door of the future – part Cellar Australian producer and an import.
Door, part Bar, part Wine Store.
The snack menu not only supports local producers (Robbins
The venue sits upon a crest overlooking lawns towards the Island Wagyu Bresaola, Fork it Farm Terrines and Pork Pies, local
kanamaluka, boasts a stellar international and local wine list organic greens and radishes), but also overseas favourites,
alongside the family-owned Estate wines; Stoney Rise, Holyman including La Belle-iloise sardines from Brittany. A homemade
and No Clothes. Wines from the family’s personal cellar French onion dip has already become legendary, served with
including museum releases sit proudly on the wine list which homemade olive oil crisp bread and interstate food and wine
features German Rieslings, Burgundy, Chablis and Champagne collabs are also on the radar for 2021. Visit their website for
as well as a good selection of non-alcoholic drinks and, of opening hours.
course, a few beers.
Designed by renowned local Tasmanian architects Cumulus
Studio, the Cellar Door incorporates an outdoor courtyard with
open fire, lawns overlooking the vineyard, and sophisticated
cosy seating for guests to taste and experience the wines.Food & Drink Openings Lorne, Victoria
Opened December 2020
INSERT Mornington Peninsula’s Jetty Road Brewery has opened up a
IMAGE second location at Lorne pier, the perfect location for a pint
before dining at Coda or Movida. Punters can expect similarities
from the OG location, such as award-winning beers, friendly
staff, bright, light, and welcoming spaces – but with a couple of
twists. The venue is in a prime location in front of the coastline,
so your local brew will be sipped with spectacular waterfront
views, which coincidentally is what inspired the overarching
theme of this new venue. With all seats outdoors the aesthetic is
a 70’s beach theme, with beer-inspired murals and turquoise
colours throughout.
The menu is all about beach classics with prawn buckets,
lobster rolls, fish and steak specials, and plenty of other bites to
share. Drinks are simple: all of the Jetty Road staples (including
its flagship pale ale), plus a tight range of beach-y cocktails. The
space seats 150, with bookings available now.Food & Drink Openings Fremantle, Western Australia
Opened December 2020
INSERT The eclectic port city of Fremantle, located less 30 minutes from
IMAGE Perth, has welcomed the opening of a new urban distillery –
Republic of Fremantle. Crafting signature vodka and gin using
innovative grape to glass distilling methods – sourcing wine
from WA vineyards which is then double distilled in a
custom-built copper still, located in the venue. The 100-seat bar
and kitchen (with additional bar space to come in 2021) offers
tasting flights, fresh cocktail creations and an eclectic selection
of small share plates and aperitivo style snacks. Visit their
website to book now.Food & Drink Openings Sydney, New South Wales
Opened December 2020
INSERT The latest foodie establishment from Porteño Group, Humble is
IMAGE a bakery with a difference. Expect nostalgic baked staples such
as finger buns and sausage rolls, freshly baked bread along with
contemporary tastes like the olive oil and fennel cake. Humble
also sells delicious house-made gelato and daytime cocktails —
try the Humble Spritz, Bloody Mary and Mimosas. Check out
their Instagram for more info now.Sal Salis, Western Australia INSERT BACKGROUND IMAGE
Accommodation Sydney, New South Wales
Opened December 2020
INSERT The new 90-room Crowne Plaza Sydney Burwood hotel offers a relaxing oasis
IMAGE in the heart of Burwood, including executive rooms complete with marble
flooring, generous living space and modern bathrooms. The hotel features a
Mediterranean-inspired rooftop with plunge pool and uninterrupted views
across the Sydney skyline. Guests can also enjoy a 24-hour gym and meeting
and event facilities.
The hotel has three distinct dining venues each inspired by Europe’s food
and drink precincts. With Head Chef Alessandro Mandelli at the helm, Onyx
Grill is the signature restaurant offering Modern Australian cuisine with an
emphasis on premium cuts of Australian meat cooked on a
woodfire-powered. For a taste of Paris, the Artisaint Patisserie is a
European-inspired marketplace, offering traditional French pastries, a
smorgasbord of meats and cheeses and home to daily a la carte breakfast.
Up on the rooftop, Skye Bar is the place to meet and unwind with an
expansive cocktail menu, share plates, charcuterie boards and seafood
platters.Accommodation Melbourne, Victoria
Opened December 2020
INSERT Opening early-December Adina West Melbourne hands guests More than a hotel, Adina West Melbourne creates a legacy as
IMAGE the keys to a WOW-factor new lifestyle precinct, where virtually ‘place maker’ – providing a sanctuary and 24/7 concierge service
every conceivable amenity rests at their fingertips. for its guests and residents of four apartment buildings that
share the $300-million mixed-use site – while helping to drive
Welcome to Trenerry Property’s West End precinct. An West Melbourne’s wider urban regeneration.
eye-boggling 9,200sqm inner-city oasis, wrapped in an
industrial-chic neighbourhood on the CBD’s western fringe. For those able to pull themselves away from West End
precinct’s chilled-out vibe, Adina West Melbourne is within easy
A mecca for edgy and immersive arts and cultural experiences, walking distance of a line-up of Melbourne’s biggest attractions:
diverse foodie encounters, Zen-factor green space, and retail the largest open air market in the Southern Hemisphere, Queen
therapy suited to every style and budget. Just 500m from Victoria Market; Australia’s first public garden, Flagstaff Gardens;
Melbourne’s CBD and a stone’s throw from Docklands lively the Southern Hemisphere’s only giant observation wheel,
waterfront hub (home to Australia’s first immersive ‘trick-art’ Melbourne Star; sports superstar Marvel Stadium, blessed with a
gallery ArtVo; and world-renowned public art trail, featuring 25 roof that can open or close in eight minutes; and iconic music
acclaimed works of art, not least being ‘Cow up a Tree’). venue Festival Hall. Check out their website now.Accommodation Central Coast, New South Wales
Opened December 2020
INSERT Nest at Blue Bay is a luxury couples accommodation situated in
IMAGE the middle of the two spectacular beaches, Blue Bay and
Toowoon Bay. Both beaches are just a five minute stroll away
with the trendy local cafes and boutique restaurants in the
village less than 200m. Leave the car parked undercover and
walk everywhere or hop on our complimentary bikes and
discover the bike track along the lake to The Entrance and
surrounds.
With retro-cool interiors, think breeze blocks and an overall
Australian coastal style, this holiday property is a beautiful new
retreat. Focusing on spoiling guests, Nest welcomes visitors with
fresh seasonal fruit, milk and all the basic pantry items you may
need. Chill out on your private deck and read up on all the ‘must
do and see’ things around the area. Visit the website for further
information and bookings.Accommodation Victor Island, Queensland
Opened December 2020
INSERT Owners (Paul and Megan Sullivan) purchased Victor Island five
IMAGE years ago and have since moved to the island (together with
their dog) to focus on creating a tourism experience. They are
the key point of contact for visitors. The 100% solar-powered four
bedroom, two bathroom accommodation with a pool is located
1 km offshore from Mackay, which is either a 20min boat
transfer from Hay Point or 10 minute Helicopter ride from
Mackay Airport. Check out the website for further information
and bookings.Accommodation Noosa, Queensland
Opened December 2020
INSERT Queensland's most expensive coastal property and possibly one Situation on almost one hectare and over four levels, Domic
IMAGE of the best beachfront sites on the eastern seaboard, Domic features six ensuite bedroom retreats with private balconies and
(Russian for House of Domes) has opened the doors to visitors. ocean and national park views, 10 bathrooms, an entertainers
Nestled into the sand dunes next to the Noosa National Park level with movie theatre, gymnasium, entertaining area with
and overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Domic blurs the lines cocktail bar, day spa with sauna, steam room and ice bath and
between landscape and building with its exterior shell like outdoors, BBQ facilities, plus a 25 metre swimming pool and spa
domes, bringing the Noosa National Park into the house and overlooking the Pacific Ocean. For more information check out
providing a minimal visual presence where the only place you their website.
see the house is from the beach or if you are walking through
the National Park.
The vision of renowned international hemp industrialist Evgeny
Skigin, whose passion for sustainable living is reflected
throughout the award-winning house, Domic was designed by
Queensland Architect Noel Robinson, with a brief to build a
minimalist beach shack. And while the architects successfully
completed the brief, Domic truly provides the quintessential
luxury beachside holiday experience.Accommodation Perth, Western Australia
Opened December 2020
INSERT Offering spectacular views over the Swan River and Perth city
IMAGE skyline, DoubleTree by Hilton Perth Waterfront has opened its
doors. Located at the Elizabeth Quay precinct, the 229-room
hotel spans 18 floors, and includes meeting and event spaces, a
fitness centre and an outdoor infinity pool with views over the
Swan River. The food and beverage offerings include Reel
Kitchen – with an open kitchen concept showcasing fresh,
seasonal WA produce and seafood; Oar Bistro, a deli and bakery
located on the boardwalk; and 18 Knots Rooftop bar.
Located on the 18th floor, the rooftop venue offers breathtaking
and uninterrupted 360-views of the Swan River and Perth city.
The artwork on the side of the building has been designed and
installed by Fremantle-based artist Tom Mùller – and reflects the
rhythm and waves of the Swan River. To book, visit their website.You can also read
