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Maximum fun on minimum funds.. Just 'coz you've only got a few clams in your account doesn't mean you have to bury yourself in the sand and avoid social contact all weekend. Study Pilerats' handy cheapskates' guide to the weekend closely - everything in it is $5 or cheaper - and prepare to put your money woes and anti-social lows behind you. (Image: Thomas Van Der Zaag) SPARKLY SPOKES Grab your bike and deck it out with as much recycled (that bit’s important, the ride has a ‘green’ theme) stuff as you can, then hit the Carine Regional Open Space for the annual Glow Ride, a night-time bike ride. If you can make it to the end of the obstacle course, there’s a free BBQ in it for you at the end. If your bike is the most blingiest, you could win a prize. For more information about the ride and the registration process, email [email protected] and visit the event website. - Dani When & Where: Sat Jan 31, 7pm – 9pm, Carine Regional Open Space. RIPE FOR THE PICKING Pilerats aren’t the

Sydney-based producer Sommeil releases an addicting, synth-pop tune.. Karlin Courtney AKA Sydney-based producer Sommeil, has unleashed the first taste of his recently-born electronic project in the form of Touch, a smooth, synth-packed jam. Imagine the smooth, soul-influenced vocal work of The Weeknd or Toro Y Moi, crossed and blended with the 90’s synth and electronic beatwork typical of artists such as Flight Facilities. The end result is something spectacular, a quick, dance-pop tune with plenty of R&B vibes from Courtney’s pervious work thanks to his soft vocal work. It’s really something else. Have a listen below and if it pulls your strings, be sure to cop the free download while it is still there: Follow Sommeil: FACEBOOK / TWITTER

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