The Sydney International 2019 tennis tournament will feature top-ranked players, including eight Grand Slam champions and eight of the world's top ten female players. Defending champions Angelique Kerber and Daniil Medvedev, as well as US Open champion Naomi Osaka, will be participating. Australian players Ash Barty and Alex de Minaur are among the hometown favourites. The event will also offer off-court activities such as autograph sessions and free tennis lessons for children through the ANZ Tennis Hot Shots program. Ticket holders receive free train access to the venue.

The Rainbow Serpent Festival, a major bush doof event established in 1998, showcases a global selection of electronic music and offers a spiritual experience with art installations, workshops, and other activities. Scheduled to return in Easter 2023 after being halted by the pandemic and bushfires, the festival also features a one-day event, Rainbow Reunion, at Melbourne Pavilion on April 17. Attendees are encouraged to prepare for a metaphysical reawakening and ensure time for recovery.

The Adelaide Fringe, the largest annual arts event in the southern hemisphere, is set to host over 1300 shows featuring arts, comedy, theatre, circus, and cabaret talent. The festival runs from February 16 to March 17 and includes events like the Inflatable Church, Prison Break at the Migration Museum, Afrique en Cirque by Yamoussa Bangoura, Dupang Pangari (Coorong Spirit) Festival led by Major 'Moogy' Sumner, Isaac Humphries' one-man show Unearthed, Dane Simpson's comedy Always Was, Always Will Be...Funny, burlesque performances Swamplesque and The Stripsons, and the experimental play Someday We'll Find It by Karla Livingstone-Pardy and Zachary Sheridan.

Turkish photographer Ci Demi, originally a copywriter and creative director, turned to photography after a mental health crisis changed his perception of Istanbul. He initially aimed to become a war photographer but realized his work did not meet his expectations. Despite a deep depression in 2019, he continued to photograph, focusing on Istanbul's migrant population and urban details. His series 'No Offence If You Forget' reflects his emotional connection to the city. Demi, having spent time in New Zealand, affirms his bond with Istanbul, considering it his central hub.

South Korean photographer Kyeong Jun Yang documents the decline of rural towns like Jido Island, where aging populations and low fertility rates threaten community extinction. Research by the Korea Employment Information Service indicates nearly half of South Korea's localities could disappear in 30 years. Yang's work highlights the cultural loss as younger generations migrate to urban areas, leaving behind aging residents and abandoned infrastructure. Local governments attempt to counteract this with initiatives like free housing for farmers and discounted fishing vessels, but the effectiveness of these strategies is uncertain.

The British Wildlife Photography Awards of 2023 showcased over 13,000 photographs, celebrating the talents of UK photographers and encouraging the conservation of natural heritage. Winners included Charlie Page's 'A Look to the Future' featuring a red fox in Lee Valley Park, England, and Matt Doogue's 'A Poet’s Lunch' capturing a Sundew with a horsefly in Devilla Forest, Scotland. The winning images spanned various categories and will be featured in a hardcover coffee table book with a foreword by Dame Judi Dench. The competition, founded in 2009, is open for next year's submissions.

Photographer Kin Coedel explores the rapid social and economic changes among Tibetan nomadic communities through the lens of traditional yak khullu textile weavers. During five trips to Tibet in 2021, Kin documented the lives of these weavers and their community in Ritoma, where the female-run Norlha Atelier employs over 130 people. The atelier has successfully marketed its handcrafted textiles as a luxury product, balancing ancient customs with modern business practices. Kin's photo series, Dyal Thak, captures the essence of Tibetan nomadic life, including their connection to the moon and lunar calendar, while challenging the typical narratives presented by Western journalists.

Viktor Hübner, a photographer, hitchhiked across the US for six months, covering 16,000 miles and exploring 41 states. He stayed with strangers he met along the way, documenting his journey through interviews and photographs. His experiences are shared in his book 'The Americans I Met', published by André Frère Éditions. Hübner, who attended the Rhode Island School of Design on a Fulbright Scholarship, established rules to rely on serendipity and the kindness of people rather than the internet or public transport. Despite concerns for his safety, he rarely felt unsafe and found that his height and foreign accent often piqued people's curiosity, leading to invitations into their homes. His book captures a diverse range of American life and reflects on the openness of the people who welcomed him.

Concrete Playground highlights six BYO-friendly spots in Brisbane for summer outings with Mosey Fruity Beer. Locations include parks like South Bank Parklands and New Farm Park, restaurants such as Lemak and Little Greek Taverna, and getaways like The Brick Barn and Cylinder Beach Camping Ground. The article promotes Mosey Fruity Beer as a refreshing addition to any summer activity.

On October 3, a fire burned 247 acres of Easter Island's Rapa Nui National Park, damaging an estimated 386 of the over 1,000 moai statues. The park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is currently closed to visitors. The local municipality reported 'irreparable damage' to the moai, which are culturally significant to the indigenous Rapa Nui people. The mayor of Rapa Nui stated that human activity caused the fire and criticized the Chilean government for insufficient resources for fire protection. The impact on tourism, the island's largest industry, and future management of the park remains uncertain.

Phillip Island, located less than two hours from Melbourne, offers a variety of outdoor activities to reconnect with nature. Visitors can kayak around Cape Woolamai with Pioneer Kayaking, sight fur seals with Phillip Island Seal Cruise, experience high-speed boat rides with Ocean Adventures, hike scenic trails, observe penguins at a private beach, surf or stand-up paddleboard with Island Surfboards, and explore the island on a Super Cruzer electric bike. These activities provide opportunities for adventure and wildlife encounters in the great outdoors.

Tasmania's rich farming traditions and innovative small-batch producers make it a top culinary destination. The article highlights five key food festivals and farmers markets worth visiting: Great Eastern Wine Week, Wynyard Tulip Festival, Stanley & Tarkine Forage Festival, Effervescence Tasmania, and Farm Gate Market. These events showcase Tasmania's exceptional seafood, fresh produce, and world-class wines, offering a variety of gourmet experiences, tastings, and local crafts. Tourism Tasmania is recommended as a resource for planning a food-centric trip around the island.

Concrete Playground highlights eight adrenaline-pumping activities offered by Adrenaline in and around Sydney, including helicopter flights, zipline adventures, indoor rock climbing, diving with sharks at Sydney Aquarium, flying in a fighter jet, skydiving over Wollongong, and horse riding and quad biking through bushland. These experiences are available for last-minute booking and are presented as a way to energize the rest of the year.

Carriageworks in Sydney will present 'Until' by American artist Nick Cave, addressing gun violence, gender politics, and race relations in America. The exhibition, a collaboration with the Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art and the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, features the 'Crystal Cloudscape' installation and other kinetic works. Accompanying the exhibition, running from November 23, 2018, to March 3, 2019, is a three-month program of arts, dance, music, discussions, and forums.

The Art Gallery of NSW is set to launch 'Masters of Modern Art from the Hermitage', featuring 65 artworks from early 20th century artists like Cézanne, Matisse, Picasso, Gauguin, Malevich, and Kandinsky, sourced from St Petersburg's State Hermitage Museum. The exhibition highlights a revolutionary era in art history and includes pieces from collectors Sergei Shchukin and Ivan Morozov. It is part of the 2018/19 Sydney International Art Series and will run from October 13, 2018, to March 3, 2019.

The Peninsula VineHop Festival is returning to Mornington Peninsula on November 17–18, featuring breweries, cider houses, and wineries. The event includes food trucks, live music, and shuttle buses between venues. A tour package for four people is being given away, which includes one-day tickets and transportation to four venues.

PeaceMeals is a community initiative founded by Kate Shelton in Melbourne, where people gather monthly to share traditional meals and foster cultural understanding. The event attracts a diverse group including migrants, refugees, and locals. It operates on a pay-what-you-can model, with funds going towards ingredients and supporting the cooks. The article highlights the stories of participants like Raj Sharma and Susan Dahal, who shared their Nepalese cuisine and celebrated their new visa status in Australia. It also covers the success stories of Sayed Abdullah Rabbani and Sheena Rahimi, who found professional opportunities through PeaceMeals connections. The initiative is praised for its role in community building and breaking down barriers among different cultural groups.