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Back in May I visited Coonawarra, the famous wine region located on the Limestone Coast of South Australia. The last time I was in town, in 2007, I visited a ‘secret’ cutting in the ground that showed a profile of th...

Bondi Beach businesses have lauded the return of Bondi Winter Magic ice rink in helping ensure turnover has remained solid over the chilliest period of the year. The rink returned to Bondi Beach, after a hiatus last year...

I have a little kitchen at home, but I would never consider making breakfast or lunch for 30 people in it. Luckily, creative restaurateur couple Amy and Neil Thompson are doing exactly that in Coogee, and they’ve invit...

Bronte residents have hit out at Waverley Council’s proposal for a roundabout in St Thomas Street, labelling it unnecessary and dangerous. Proposed to be built at the intersection of St Thomas Street and Trafalgar Stre...

Age | 9 years Sex | Male Breed | Maltese x Pomeranian Weight | 10.8kg Gilbert is just one sweet little teddy bear. He is affectionate and has a very calm nature – he just hangs out near you without being demanding ...

Waverley Mayor Sally Betts has sought to assure residents they will be included in the community consultation process for the refurbishment of Waverley Cemetery. Speculation over the future of the iconic but decaying cem...

Maroubra resident Candice Fox is a novelist working on her latest book. Candice shares her local favourites with The Beast… How long have you lived here? My people have been here forever. My mother was born and raised ...

Leo Jul 24-Aug 23 Try something new instead of only doing the things you’re good at, especially since the things you’re good at are pointless and redundant. Virgo Aug 24-Sep 23 You should probably get on the ...