{"id":340,"date":"2026-01-01T20:12:23","date_gmt":"2026-01-01T09:12:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/?p=340"},"modified":"2026-01-01T20:12:24","modified_gmt":"2026-01-01T09:12:24","slug":"happy-new-year","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/index.php\/2026\/01\/01\/happy-new-year\/","title":{"rendered":"Happy New Year"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"912\" height=\"454\" src=\"https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-341\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image.png 912w, https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-300x149.png 300w, https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-768x382.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 912px) 100vw, 912px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Happy New Year Sydney Rubber!<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>2025 was a cracker year for Sydney Rubber. Thank you all for being part of it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our regular rubber socials have kept going strong. They continue to be a relaxed place to meet other rubber folk, dress up or dress down, and just enjoy a lovely shiny Sunday arvo!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We welcomed back Rubber Bastard and brought the shine with not one but two shine stations, keeping everyone glossy at both Rubber Bastard and Inquisition, oh and a mini shine station at Eagle too! (Thanks Rob). There is nothing better than helping someone look their best and feel confident at a party, and we loved seeing so many rubber lovers connect and find their people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A bunch of us headed down to Melbourne for Slick where we cheered on the Melbourne Rubber 2025 contestants, celebrated Kitty Obsidian\u2019s win, and caught up with friends from around Australia and overseas. It was amazing seeing our community come together, proud!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Then we brought the excitement home with our first ever MIR Watch Party. What a day! We shared the moment together on the big screen, and celebrated as Elliott Eve brought it home, as the first Aussie to win MIR. We are already keen to run it again next year. Maybe YOU could represent Sydney Rubber on next year&#8217;s MIR stage! We&#8217;re here for it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Looking ahead, we have been preparing to incorporate in 2026 so we can grow, organise more events, and represent the rubber community properly. Thank you to everyone who has filled out the survey already. It&#8217;ll be incredibly helpful to our planning into the new year!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sydney Rubber is here because of the community around us and we are excited to keep building it with you. Whether you are new to rubber, a long time lover of latex, or part of the broader kink scene, we want you with us. Support your local rubber community and let\u2019s make 2026 even bigger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Wishing you all a shiny, slick new year!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"926\" src=\"https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-1-1024x926.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-342\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-1-1024x926.png 1024w, https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-1-300x271.png 300w, https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-1-768x695.png 768w, https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-1.png 1290w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A highlight of 2025 &#8211; Sydney Rubber visiting Melbourne for Slick. Flying the flag and meeting friends from afar. Including Pusckatt Onyx and Carter Sole.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-2-1024x576.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-343\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-2-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-2-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-2-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-2-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-2-1920x1080.png 1920w, https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-2.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">RUBBER SOCIAL IS BACK FOR 2026!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s right! Wre\u2019ve already started planning for 2026!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rubber Social &#8211; Mardi Gras Edition<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udcc5 Date: Sunday, 15th February 2025<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u23f0 Time: 4 PM<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udccd Location: Kinselas, 383 Bourke Street, Darlinghurst<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>SAVE THE DATE! Next Rubber Social has been announced!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Why join us?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rubber Social is a welcoming and inclusive gathering for all genders and sexualities. Whether you\u2019re a seasoned rubberist or new to the scene, this is your chance to meet like-minded people, share some laughs, and enjoy great food and drinks in a friendly setting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What to expect:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A gear-friendly event\u2014latex is encouraged but not mandatory. Come dressed as you like or bring your gear and get changed at the venue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A raffle with prizes! Thanks to the Sydney-based latex channel Rubberly, we\u2019re giving away their SHINE! and DIP-SHINE! products\u2014perfect for keeping your latex shiny and beautiful. Check out more about these amazing products at Rubberly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A relaxed, fun vibe. Perfect for newbies and seasoned rubber enthusiasts alike!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Menu food and drinks available for purchase at pub prices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Details:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83c\udf9f\ufe0f Entry: FREE! No cover charges\u2014only pay for what you eat or drink.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83c\udf74 Food\/Drinks: Full pub menu available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-3-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-344\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-3-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-3-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-3-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-3-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-3-50x50.png 50w, https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-3.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Happy New Year Sydney Rubber! 2025 was a cracker year for Sydney Rubber. Thank you all for being part of it. Our regular rubber socials have kept going strong. 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