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\"Dean<\/a>By Dean Blake<\/a> – News<\/p>\n

Published: 19 Jul 2025|Last Updated:\u00a017 Jul 2025<\/p>\n

Readtime: 5 min<\/p>\n

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The week is over, July is halfway done, and wouldn\u2019t you know it\u2014it\u2019s time for another round of our Staff Favourites! Each week, we try to show off some things that have brought us some joy in the hopes it\u2019ll help you find your own, and this week we\u2019re showcasing some delicious Tasmanian whiskey, a pint-sized collectable car, an ape wearing a tie, and some custom Adidas.<\/p>\n

\"HotHot Wheels 1990 Acura NSX Brick Set | Image: Mattel Hot Wheels 1990 Acura NSX Brick Set <\/p>\n

John Guanzon \u2013 Head of Creative & Production<\/p>\n

When we posted about the news of Mattel dropping collector-focused brick sets on Man of Many\u2019s Instagram<\/a>, the response was huge, so I took it as my sign to grab a set for myself. I told myself it was for the kids over the school holidays, but let\u2019s be real: I\u2019ll be the one building it while they watch (and honestly, I\u2019m not mad about it).<\/p>\n

The build quality is surprisingly impressive. This one features 876 pieces and pays tribute to the iconic \u201890s ride with incredible attention to detail, from its scissor doors to the classic wedge profile. It\u2019s part of Mattel\u2019s new Brick Shop range, which also includes the Mercedes-Benz 300 SL and 1963 Corvette Grand Sport. All three are loaded with authentic touches and feel way more premium than you\u2019d expect from a brick set.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s definitely got that collector energy, and now I\u2019m tempted to grab the others and complete the set (or quietly drop hints between now and Father\u2019s Day wink).<\/p>\n

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\n \"DonkeyDonkey Kong Bonanza | Image: Nintendo Donkey Kong Goes Bananza <\/p>\n

Dean Blake \u2013 Entertainment & Tech Writer<\/p>\n

Donkey Kong has finally been let out of his cage, and he\u2019s literally tearing the scenery apart. In DK\u2019s big return to a starring role, he\u2019s diving deep into the bowels of the planet in Bananza, the first major single-player system-seller for Nintendo\u2019s new Switch 2 console.<\/p>\n

I got a chance to play a few hours of the game recently<\/a>, and it was fantastic. DK feels great in the hands (which is no surprise if you\u2019ve played this studio\u2019s prior game, Super Mario Odyssey), and has a number of new abilities in store: he can break the world apart around him, for one, but also climb most surfaces and, when the mood strikes just right, turn into an ostrich. <\/p>\n

No, I\u2019m not kidding. He can also turn into a zebra and an even bigger ape with bananas in his hair, which is strange but you know, who cares? Doing so gives the big man access to some new abilities, like gliding, sprinting, and bashing things even harder. Oh, and he does it all with a human child on his shoulder. <\/p>\n

Confused yet? Well, that\u2019s just the beginning of where things get whacky with this one, but I don\u2019t think I want to spoil much else. Really, if you\u2019ve already picked up a Switch 2 for Mario Kart you\u2019d be doing yourself a disservice not to check out Bananza\u2014and if you\u2019ve been on the fence, this is a pretty damn good reason to make the jump to Nintendo\u2019s new system.<\/p>\n

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\"Image:Image: Scott Purcell \/ Man of Many Kicking It with the Three Stripes: Our Night with the adidas Superstar <\/p>\n

Scott Purcell \u2013 Co-Founder<\/p>\n

This week, Harry and I had the opportunity to head out to the adidas flagship store on Pitt St in Sydney to celebrate the return of a true icon: the adidas Superstar. The new \u201cSuperstar: The Original\u201d campaign is bringing back the legendary sneaker in two classic colourways, alongside the equally iconic Firebird Tracksuit. The global campaign features a star-studded cast including the likes of Missy Elliott, Jennie from BLACKPINK, and is narrated by the one and only Samuel L. Jackson.<\/p>\n

The event was a super fun getting to customise our own sneakers, and they even offered to embroider the back of our new jackets ahead of the night. In a moment of questionable genius, I opted for \u201cMan of Many\u201d on mine, which made for some interesting conversations. Others were more clever, with one person getting \u201cIt wasn\u2019t me\u201d stitched on the back. <\/p>\n

While I\u2019m not sure my attempt with a metallic scourer was a complete success as you can see in the photo, I can confirm these shoes are ridiculously comfortable. I\u2019ve been wearing them all week since and this was my first proper foray into the world of adidas Superstars footwear. I think it\u2019s safe to say I\u2019m a convert.<\/p>\n

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\"RosevearsRosevears Tasmanian Three Grain Whiskey | Image: Rosevears Rosevears Tasmanian Three Grain Whiskey <\/p>\n

Alex Martinez \u2013 Media Sales & Brand Partnerships<\/p>\n

Tasmania\u2019s first crack at a bourbon-style whiskey is an ambitious and largely successful effort. Rosevears Batch 1 delivers a bold, grain-forward profile that proudly wears its local ingredients on its sleeve. The nose is rich with sweet corn and toasted cereal, backed by a punch of rye spice and oak. On the palate, it leans into classic bourbon notes \u2013 vanilla, caramel, and a touch of char.<\/p>\n

While it doesn\u2019t quite rival the depth of some seasoned Kentucky counterparts, Rosevears impresses with its authenticity and craftsmanship. As a debut, it sets a promising foundation for what\u2019s to come from this Tasmanian distillery. <\/p>\n

One for the curious bourbon enthusiast looking to explore Australian innovation \u2013 and why wouldn\u2019t you be?<\/p>\n

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