After public holidays across April, this week may have felt pretty long, and we totally get it if you’re feeling a little exhausted and beat. But don’t sweat it because we’re right there with you. To help you shake off the work grind and get pumped for the weekend, we’ve put together the ultimate Feel-Good Friday pick-me-up. It’s guaranteed to put a smile on your face and give you the energy to keep the party going. So kick back, relax, and let us take care of the good vibes. You’ve earned it.
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Table of contents
- South African Film Festival Kicks Off in Australia
- Introducing Airbnb Rooms, an all-new take on the original Airbnb
- Sydney Children’s Hospitals Foundation’s Gold Dinner 2023 Makes History
- Buffalo Trace is Throwing a World Whiskey Day Feast at the Robin Hood Hotel
- The Largest Public Human Rights Arts & Film Event in Australia is Here
- Curatorial+Co Opens New Chapter for the Gallery
- Boost Your Health with Thompson’s this World Herb Day
South African Film Festival Kicks Off in Australia
Get ready to experience the very best of South African films as the South African Film Festival returns in 2023 all across Australia. This not-for-profit event is organised by a group of passionate volunteers who are dedicated to showcasing the diverse talent and culture of South Africa while supporting educational opportunities for disadvantaged children.
After the successful inaugural festival in 2019 held in cinema at Bondi Junction, the festival went online Australia-wide in May 2020 due to the pandemic, offering an on-demand program. In 2021, the festival expanded with a hybrid program featuring in-cinema and online screenings, and was rebranded as the South African Film Festival, committed to bringing South African cinema to the whole of Australia and extending internationally to include New Zealand.
What’s more, the South African Film Festival is a festival with a conscience. The net proceeds from the festival go towards supporting Education without Borders (EwB), a charitable organisation established in 2002 that provides educational opportunities for disadvantaged young people in South Africa. Kicking off yesterday, get ready to be immersed in the rich culture, history, and politics of South Africa through the power of film.
Introducing Airbnb Rooms, an all-new take on the original Airbnb
Airbnb has announced a range of upgrades and features ahead of what it expects to be a record-breaking year for travel, with the pandemic over and 300 million guest arrivals anticipated. Airbnb Rooms has been introduced, which offers affordable private rooms under $100 USD per night, as well as redesigned filters and new privacy features. The Airbnb co-founder and CEO has said Airbnb Rooms harks back to the company’s founding ethos of sharing. In total, over 50 features and upgrades are being added to the Airbnb service, with a focus on feedback from hosts and guests. The improvements include improved maps, redesigned wishlists and transparent checkout details.
Sydney Children’s Hospitals Foundation’s Gold Dinner 2023 Makes History
The Sydney Children’s Hospitals Foundation (SCHF) smashed the global record for children’s hospital charity galas, raising a whopping $19.2 million in one night for children with complex medical conditions. The 2023 Gold Dinner, presented by Scape, broke the 26-year record with the largest single pledge in the history of the event, a $5 million donation made by the family of Gina Rinehart’s Hancock Prospecting. The total amount raised by Gold Dinner over the last 26 years for sick children in urgent need of care is now almost $60 million.
Over 400 of Australia’s leading philanthropists and VIPs gathered at the iconic Sydney Town Hall to raise funds for the Children’s Hospital at Westmead Kids Complex Care Centre, to be known as the Kookaburra Centre. The centre would provide life-long comprehensive care and intensive support for children with complex, rare medical conditions, combining a multidisciplinary model of care with state-of-the-art infrastructure. The event featured a modern twist on ‘The Wizard of Oz’ with a Gold carpet reminiscent of the iconic “yellow brick road” and was hosted by sports presenter Tara Rushton, TV host Cooper Cronk, and a list of celebrities.
Sydney Children’s Hospitals Foundation CEO, Kristina Keneally, thanked the committee and all attendees for their contributions, enabling the SCHF to push the boundaries of pediatric healthcare today and safeguard the health of future generations.
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Buffalo Trace is Throwing a World Whiskey Day Feast at the Robin Hood Hotel
Get ready to raise a glass and celebrate World Whiskey Day with Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. Across two nights on May 16 and May 23, they’re throwing the ultimate pub feast filled with bourbon and beef at the Robin Hood Hotel in Sydney!
You don’t want to miss out on the delicious 3-course bourbon-infused pub feed, featuring a mouthwatering Jack’s Creek steak with bourbon-infused peppercorn sauce, a grazing platter, and a delectable banoffee pie layered with Buffalo Trace-infused salted caramel and more. Plus, there will be guided tastings of the Buffalo Trace “Quartet” which includes Buffalo Trace Bourbon, Eagle Rare 10-year-old Bourbon, Sazerac 6 Year Old Rye, and Weller Special Reserve Bourbon, as well as stories from the Buffalo Trace Distillery.
Tickets for this amazing event are only $55, so make sure to grab yours now at before they sell out. And if you can’t make it to the event, don’t worry, Robin Hood Hotel is also putting on a Tuesday special steak night for only $20 where you can still get the exclusive Buffalo Trace steak.
The Largest Public Human Rights Arts & Film Event in Australia is Here
A week of inspiring storytelling and eye-opening art at the Human Rights Arts & Film Festival (HRAFF), is happening this May. With films and artwork from all over the world, including Iran, Brazil, Ireland, Lebanon, Venezuela, South Sudan, Mexico, US, Canada, and indigenous lands in Australia, HRAFF is committed to showcasing important issues related to human rights, such as social justice and environmentalism. You’ll have the chance to attend film screenings, art exhibitions, and panel discussions featuring activists, filmmakers, and artists.
HRAFF will be taking place at various locations across Victoria, including ACMI, Footscray Community Art Centre, Sun Theatre, Counihan Gallery, and Migrant Coffee, with the option to watch four films online. The festival is dedicated to making sure everyone can participate, with Auslan interpreters on opening night and open captioning or subtitles for films. Companion card holders can also get free tickets. Don’t miss out on this incredible celebration of human rights and creativity.
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Curatorial+Co Opens New Chapter for the Gallery
The Australian art consultancy and gallery, Curatorial+Co., is relocating to a new and expanded space at 80 William Street in Sydney’s Woolloomooloo. The new 150 square-metre gallery was opened to the public on 3 May, featuring exhibitions by painter Susie Dureau and ceramicist Aleisa Miksad. The gallery will also have an additional 150 square-metre storage and office space. The move puts Curatorial+Co. in a prime location in the heart of Sydney’s arts district, alongside other galleries such as Chalk Horse, COMA, Jericho Contemporary, and King Street Gallery.
The gallery will host a range of exhibitions from emerging and mid-career artists. The first exhibition will feature new works by painter Susie Dureau and ceramicist Aleisa Miksad. Founder and Director Sophie Vander said that the move felt like a natural progression for the gallery, providing a stable and energetic environment for them to grow and offer further visibility for the emerging artists they represent. The gallery will also hold exhibitions by artists including Morgan Stokes, Katrina O’Brien, Ingrid Daniell, and Belinda Street in the months following the opening.
Boost Your Health with Thompson’s this World Herb Day
Thompson’s, the Master Herbalists for over 70 years, are bringing World Herb Day to Australia and New Zealand for the first time in 2023. They want to create more awareness about the numerous benefits of herbs in our daily lives and use this day as an opportunity to educate consumers who are starting their journey towards a natural and holistic life. To celebrate World Herb Day on May 6, Thompson’s hosted an immersive consumer activation at The Grounds of Alexandria, with a range of activities themed around key herbal formulations, including an interactive world of herbs garden, creative stations to make artworks from pressed herbs, and silent meditation sessions to bring balance and calm to the mind. They will also launch a dedicated Herbalist Hub, a free online destination filled with useful information on the benefits of potent herbal ingredients, and their many uses in supporting everyday health and wellbeing.
You’ll also love:
Feel-Good Friday: April 28 – Hair of the Dog
Feel-Good Friday: April 21 – Natural Living
Feel-Good Friday: April 14 – Makeover
