Day: 30 June 2025

Photo Gallery: Central Cee – Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne (28.06.25)

Central Cee hit Rod Laver Arena on Saturday night for the Melbourne leg of his Can’t Rush Greatness tour, playing to a packed crowd that was all in from the jump. He didn’t let the pace drop, moving through a tight set stacked with favourites like “Doja” and “Commitment Issues,” plus a few off the…

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Skegss deliver coasty riffs and a bit of chaos in Brisbane (28.06.25)

On a cold Friday night in Brisbane, every square inch of the footpath leading to The Tivoli was packed with punters braving the chilly wind sweeping across the city. The headliner? Byron Bay’s beloved surf-punk trio Skegss, playing to a sold-out crowd. As part of the Open Season festival, the band were in town touring…

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Nashville star Nikki Lane and her band to headline the first Annual Liberty Ball

Nikki Lane and her band will headline the first ever Annual Liberty Ball at Sydney’s Liberty Hall on a special night celebrating everything Americana, Country and Western. Nikki Lane is an American singer-songwriter known for her distinctive blend of outlaw country, rockabilly, and Americana music. Born in Greenville, South Carolina, she combines a vintage Southern…

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Interview: David Gray talks upcoming Australian tour, songwriting inspiration, and Manchester United

As he gears up for a long-awaited return to Australian stages this November, David Gray has plenty to be excited about. His latest record, Dear Life, marks the 13th studio album from the iconic UK singer-songwriter, whose 1998 classic White Ladder, became 25 times platinum Ahead of his Australian tour, Gray caught up with The…

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The Tefal Easy Fry Silence 5L Air Fryer is a solid, quieter everyday option

Air fryers really do feel like a dime a dozen these days and have easily become one of the more convenient ways to whip up some quick meals around the house, instead of relying on a conventional oven or oil-based deep fryer. Most of them set themselves apart with larger or smaller capacities, a range…

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Why The Last of Us is one of the most emotional video games for Aussie players

You might not realise that Australians have a unique emotional connection to The Last of Us that goes beyond its global acclaim. When you experience Joel and Ellie’s journey through a devastated world, you’re confronting themes that mirror Australia’s collective trauma from bushfires, floods, and isolation. The game’s raw exploration of grief and survival decisions…

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The Dell 14 Plus 2-in-1 serves as a daily driver with a touch of tomorrow

If you’ve been looking for a do-it-all laptop that feels at home in a lecture hall or remote work setting,  Dell’s 14 Plus 2-in-1 makes a strong case for itself. It’s a sleek, well-rounded machine that leans into modern AI integration without getting too far ahead of itself. With the addition of Intel’s new Core…

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The Dell Pro 14 Plus Portable Monitor (P1425) is a practical second screen for productivity on the move

With the emergence and rapid adoption of hybrid work around the world, portability has become a non-negotiable requirement. Versatility is an essential requirement for working between a tight home setup, improvising on the go or just trying to avoid the busywork of multitasking on a single cramped laptop screen. For this reason alone, having a…

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Interview: Rupert Friend and Manuel Garcia-Rulfo on Jurassic World Rebirth, character instincts and “zaddy” status

Following our chats with both director Gareth Edwards and the trio of Luna Blaise, David Iacono and Audrina Miranda, The AU Review’s dino-sized coverage of Jurassic World Rebirth wraps up with Rupert Friend and Manuel Garcia-Rulfo. Ahead of the film’s release in theatres this week, Peter Gray spoke with the actors – Friend stars as…

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Photo Gallery: SKEGSS + The Buoys + Fool Nelson + ixaras – The Tivoli, Brisbane (28.06.25)

Playing an energetic set at The Tivoli as part of the Open Season program, SKEGSS returned to Brisbane/ Meanjin on Saturday. Touring their new EP Top Heavy, released this Friday, fans were treated to a mix of new and familiar hits. Known for their surf-rock sound and gritty vocals, Aussie favourites SKEGSS tore through their…

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