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The preppy trend continues gaining momentum with popped collars, pleated skirts and boat shoes becoming the essential accessories of street-style students. Ivy League Americana may be the inspiration, but designers closer to home are acing the polished pieces that will propel their wearer straight to the top of the class. We're loving Macgraw's silk 'Scholarship Skirt in Blue Crest' ($895); elevate further with polished shoes, ironed cuffs and scrubbed fingernails. Damien Woolnough
EAT / Country table
Kick off National Reconciliation Week next month (May 27-June 3) with Bulaguy Bagaraygan, a long-table lunch set among the saltbush at Mudgee's Tinja Farm. On May 25, hatted restaurant The Zin House joins forces with Nathan Lovett of native-food supplier Naway Yila Buraja for a feast ($250 per person) that blends native ingredients, regenerative agriculture and powerful storytelling. Expect bush-grown bites, native-infused sips from Lowe Wines, and a guided walk to view Wiradjuri tree art by Emmett McLeod. More than a meal, this is a joyful celebration of Country, culture and connection, served with a side of saltbush and soul. Pack your boots, bring your appetite (and your hat) and prepare to walk, eat and think differently. Frances Mocnik
WORK OUT / Weigh your options
Say goodbye to clunky weight racks (and, possibly, a gym membership). Technogym's Connected Dumbbells offers 12 sets, ranging from 2-24 kilograms, in one sleek solution (dumbbells, $2980; dumbbells with stand, $5130). With a twist of the handle, you can switch up your weights effortlessly in two-kilo increments. Built-in sensors track every rep and sync with the Technogym App to tailor workouts to your goals, while the Technogym AI Coach analyses your form, recommends adjustments (such as whether you need to lift more or less) and keeps your progress on point. The minimalist stand comes with a mat, foam roller and loop bands. Smart, compact and beautifully designed. Frances Mocnik
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