The Cutaway, Barangaroo, Sydney, New South Wales © ICC Sydney

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The venue floor of the Cutaway with the cultural timber trees © ICC Sydney

Light shines on the sandstone wall and cultural timber trees that adorn the Cutaway © ICC Sydney

The entrance to The Cutaway with purple lit aesthetics© ICC Sydney

The Cutaway, Barangaroo, Sydney, New South Wales © ICC Sydney

The Cutaway

Sydney / Warrane

Situated on the Sydney Harbour waterfront at Barangaroo, The Cutaway is a venue for spectacular events. Carved from the sandstone beneath Barangaroo Reserve, this unique venue offers 5,000 sqm (53,819 sq.ft) of cultural and event space. Inside, a main event hall and pre‑function space, two gallery rooms and a dedicated First Nations education space are set across two mezzanine levels, with capacity for up to 2,000 guests. Event spaces can be booked individually and scaled for intimate gatherings or grand events. The striking architecture includes a concrete floor with up to 13 cultural timber designs, a natural 14-metre (50-foot) sandstone wall extending to day-or-night light, and a floating bronze spiral staircase that connects the levels. The sustainable venue is powered by renewable energy, and naturally cooled with seawater from Sydney Harbour. Bookings are available from August 2026 and managed by ICC Sydney.

The spacious restaurant overlooking the Hawkesbury River and Muogamarra Nature Reserve © Peats Bite

A view of Peats Bite restaurant from the water © Peats Bite

The arched bar with a colourful array of cocktails at Peats Bite © Peats Bite

A corner area with soft seating and the bar © Peats Bite

Peats Bite, Berowra Waters, New South Wales © Peats Bite

Peats Bite

Berowra Waters

Discover an exclusive dining experience, designed to be enjoyed over several hours, just an hour north of Sydney. Accessible only by boat, seaplane or helicopter, Peats Bite is a hidden venue on the Hawkesbury River, looking across to the protected Muogamarra Nature Reserve. Guests are welcomed with Australian beers, a sparkling cuvée and soft options, alongside a selection of refined canapés. Elevate your event with an oyster bar featuring natural Sydney Rock Oysters and native finger lime vinaigrette. In the open restaurant lunch on a menu created with local produce and paired with Australian wines. Choose from a selection of entrees before a shared main course such as a Marble Score 5 Jack’s Creek Wagyu rump cap with seasonal vegetables and salad dishes. Finish with a fresh seasonal dessert, culminating in an Australian cheese platter. Up to 100 guests seated or 150 guests standing can relax in this tranquil setting with uninterrupted views.

The interior view of Pearla&Co © Frances Andrijich

The wine wall at Pearla&Co, partially covered with a sheer blue curtain © Frances Andrijich

The dry-aged fish in fridges on display at Pearls&Co © Frances Andrijich

Wine is poured at the table with turquoise seats at Pearla&Co © Frances Andrijich

Pearla and Co, North Fremantle, Western Australia © Frances Andrijich

Pearla & Co

Perth / Boorloo

Consider Pearla & Co, a new seafood restaurant located in North Fremantle, a short drive from Perth. Its name honours the seafaring community who bring ocean-fresh produce to the table. The elegant dark-walled dining room is adorned with black tables while turquoise seats reflect ocean hues and floor-to-ceiling windows invite sea breezes. Two dry-age fridges create theatre where the day’s catch hangs. Snack on fougasse bread topped with seaweed, Rottnest Swordfish Belly Nduja or dry-aged Fish Tartare before small plates of chargrilled Fremantle Octopus skewers with tomato XO and labneh. Savour a main dish of dry-aged local fish served with Prince Orange potato with spiced citrus pil pil and curry leaf. Finish with dessert showcasing seasonal fruit. An extensive list of local wines complements the menu. Together with al fresco tables the venue offers an exclusive dining experience for up to 70 guests.