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You’ve probably noticed the Christmas decor popping up in the shops already (yes – we know it’s only September but a little extra festivity never really goes amiss, right?) and the stores removing all of their winter gear and stocking exclusively bathers and tank...
The holiday season is fast approaching! If you’re spending Christmas in Australia, you might have been asked to take part in Kris Kringle at work or university, or with your new friends. But what is Kris Kringle? And how does it work? Read on as we dive into the fun...
Can you believe the new year is almost upon us? Just like in most other countries around the world, New Year’s Eve is widely celebrated in Australia. You’ll often find people hosting parties and gatherings at home to ring in the new year, or going out to...
You likely don’t need any reminding (after all, your city is probably packed with Christmas lights, trees and music!), but Christmas is just around the corner. You might not be able to head home this holiday season, and as a result, you may be spending Christmas...
The world’s biggest LGBTQIA+ celebration is just around the corner – and it’s happening right here in Australia! Sydney is gearing up for a huge few weeks, with the city playing host to WorldPride 2023 alongside its annual Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras...
Korean New Year is considered to be the country’s biggest national holiday, spanning three days of festivities and traditional celebrations. Also known as Seollal, it follows the Lunar New Year and is primarily a time for families to reunite, give gifts and pay...
It’s December in Australia, decorations are going up and Christmas music is playing everywhere you go, which can only mean one thing — Christmas is just around the corner! In Australia, Christmas is traditionally spent with family, but in recent years, the trend of...
The new year is fast approaching! Something that many people do when New Year’s Day comes around is to create their New Year’s resolutions. But what does it mean to write a New Year’s resolution, and how can you stick to them? What are New Year’s resolutions? New...