WHAT’S ON
MUST-DOS IN JUNE
1 For a sweet day out, head to The Good Food & Wine Show. Enjoy an artisanal food market, tasting masterclasses, workshops and the opportunity to dine with celebrity chefs. Melbourne, June 2–4; Sydney, June 23–25, with other capitals to follow. goodfoodshow.com.au 2 Like a welcome beacon in the dark of winter, Vivid Sydney brightens the city from May 26 to June 17. This year’s festival of lights, music and ideas extends from Barangaroo, Circular Quay, Martin Place and Darling Harbour to Taronga Zoo, Chatswood, Carriageworks and more. Check out the extensive program at vividsydney.com.
3 It’s called the Noosa Food & Wine Festival, but it’s really a celebration of “what makes eating and drinking in Australia great”. Join some of the country’s best chefs for events such as yoga and a Champagne brunch hosted by The Beach Tipi Club, a seafood dinner on the river with the Bondi Icebergs crew, a ‘foodie and fairways’ experience and much, much more. May 18–21. noosafoodandwine.com.au
4 Follow your ears to the Melbourne International Jazz Festival. The 10-day program includes more than 120 events at 27 venues across the city, with 400 Australian, international and emerging artists. June 2–11. melbournejazz.com