The race that stops the nation returns — and both the Sutherland Shire and Sydney are bringing the bubbles, fashion, and fabulous food. Whether you're after a relaxed beachside lunch or a glamorous city rooftop, here's your guide to the best Melbourne Cup celebrations for 2025. Sutherland Shire Venues Zinc Bar, Cronulla — $50pp A fun, affordable way to celebrate by the sea. Enjoy a drink on arrival, canapé lunch, games, prizes,  and the race live on screen. Perfect for a lai

If you’ve been searching for the perfect excuse to gather your girlfriends for a coastal catch-up — Rydges Cronulla  just delivered it. Their new Apericena at The Alley  is here, and it’s everything we love about Italian dining: relaxed, abundant, and best enjoyed with a spritz in hand. For just $35 per person , enjoy bottomless Italian bites  plus your choice of one drink — spritz, wine, or  beer. It’s the kind of Thursday evening that effortlessly rolls from golden hour int