This Just In: The Melbourne Star Is Ready to Roll Again After an $11 Million Docklands Upgrade

Thought this local landmark had stopped for good? Think again — Melbourne’s giant wheel is ready to take passengers for another spin.

The Melbourne Running Route That Content Creator and Host Renee Buckingham Moved Across the River For

From sunrise runs to post-Tan coffees, content creator and four-time marathoner Renee Buckingham shares her favourite ways to experience Melbourne on the move.

"Put On a Hype Song and Go": The Sydney Coastal Run Content Creator Julia McMorrow Swears By

From sunrise runs to a 160km ultra on the horizon, Julia McMorrow shares the Sydney route, coffee stops and running essentials that keep her moving.

Jermaine Jones Has Run 34 Marathons In 34 Days But This Is His Favourite Sydney Running Route

Runner Jermaine Jones takes us through his favourite Sydney route, his non-negotiable running essentials and the advice he'd give to anyone starting out.

Year-Round Pools and Swimming Spots for a Good Dip in Any Season

Pools and swimming spots across Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane for a proper dip whatever the month, from tidal harbour baths to heated mineral soaks.

Views and Lookouts That Handsomely Reward the Effort of the Climb

Lookouts across Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane that make you work for the view, whether it's a coastal track, a granite peak or a bushland summit walk.

Unconventional Outings to Round Up the Crew for Something Different

Hands-on outings across Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne for the group chat that's already bored of brunch, bar-hopping and the same old dinner booking.

Theatre and Live Performances to Build a Whole Night Out Around

Theatres, cabaret rooms and live-music stages across Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane, from new Australian drama to West End-scale musicals — plus where to eat before curtain.

Sunset Picnic Spots to Stake Out and Claim Early Before the Crowd

Picnic grounds across Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane with room to spread a blanket, crack open a bottle and settle in just as the sky turns pink.

Road Trips Just Outside of Town to Fill an Entire Day Out

Nine day trips close enough to squeeze in before dinner, from high tea in a 1904 hydropathic retreat to a solar-powered treetop park in the Otways.

Now Open: Stay the Night at This Reimagined Spa an Hour From Sydney, With Float Pools, Champagne High Tea and Mountain Vistas

A long-standing day spa has been transformed into an expansive wellness retreat, complete with treatments, champagne and overnight stays.

A First-Time Snow Bunny's Guide to Cardrona Alpine Resort

Armed with zero snow experience, Concrete Playground slips and slides down the most extensive yet welcoming winter wonderland in the Southern Hemisphere.

Markets Where You Can Do Your Whole Weekly Food Shop in One Go

The produce markets across Melbourne, Adelaide, Sydney and Brisbane where one lap of the stalls sorts out the week's shopping, coffee in hand.

From Riverfront Sleeps to London Bus Stays, These Camping Spots Have Been Named Australia's Best for 2026

Camping season is calling, with these standout Australian spots offering everything from wild swimming to alpacas and mountain views.

Now Open: St Kilda's Newest Multi-Million-Dollar Hotel Brings Rooftop Vibes, All-Day Dining and Coastal Cocktails to the Foreshore

Fitzroy Street is getting a new lease on life, with Novotel St Kilda bringing fresh colour and coastal character to the strip.

Late-Night Cocktail Bars Made for Just One More Round Before Ubers

Twelve bars built for the hour when "one more round" turns into three, spanning a Godfather-themed basement, a moon-lit Shanghai den and a bar that distills its own fernet.

Kid-Friendly Spots Where the Whole Family Will Love Spending Time Together

Nine family-friendly venues where a pig named Kevin Bacon, a cubby house inside a brewery, and gluten-free doughnuts do the heavy lifting of keeping everyone happy.

Jazz Bars to Settle Into and Lose Track of the Whole Night In

The jazz bars across Melbourne, Brisbane and Sydney drawing crowds with world-class acts, great drinks and a distinct lack of signage out the front.

The Best Ways to Recover, Backed by Data and Sleep Experts

Sleep is an important part of recovery, but what you do throughout the day matters, too.

Coming Soon: Sansara Is Double Bay's Members-Only Wellness Club for Movement, Recovery, Dining and Mingling

Double Bay’s wellness scene is getting a new members-only sanctum, where five-star indulgence meets cutting-edge health and recovery.

WHOOP Meridian Is Wearable Health Tech Made for Life Beyond the Gym

Meet WHOOP Meridian, a screenless health tracker designed to go from the gym to the office and weddings without looking out of place.

SOL Elements, Australia's First Floating Bathhouse, Unveils Sound Healing, Tea Ceremonies and a Zen Couples' Sanctuary

LA-based sound healer Gabriel Logan Braun has already performed here.

A Weekender's Guide to Copenhagen: Where to Stay, Eat, Drink and Shop

From a design-led hotel in the Latin Quarter to the vintage stores locals actually shop at, here's how to spend 48 hours (or more) in Copenhagen.

Skip Bali's Busiest Streets for This Surfside Resort, Where Black-Sand Beaches and a World-Class Break Meet Tropical Serenity

A quieter Bali escape awaits on the Keramas coast, where serious surf is flanked by tropical gardens and a new wellness experience.

Women Who Inspire Us: Liz Dawes OAM on Turning Unimaginable Loss Into Australia's Biggest Fight Against Childhood Brain Cancer

Thirteen years after her son Connor died at just eighteen, the founder and CEO of Connor's Run has helped make Australia a world leader in paediatric brain cancer research.

Lyka and Unyoked Have Teamed Up on Two Off-Grid Cabins That Give Dogs the Nature Escape, Treats and Fireplace Cuddles They Deserve

Dogs deserve holidays too, and this new off-grid cabin stay is giving four-legged guests the full nature-retreat treatment.

Would You Let Someone Else Plan Your Wedding for You? This Couple From NSW Is Doing Just That

Bianca and James spent three and a half years torn between a big wedding and eloping — until 'Pedestrian.TV' and Maltesers stepped in to plan, and pay for, both at once.

Independent Cinemas with Interesting and Unexpected Screenings

Characterful independent cinemas across Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne where the room, the bar and the backstory matter just as much as the film.

These Secluded NSW Properties Are Perfect for a Peaceful Weekend Escape

Need to escape the city? These secluded NSW properties make the perfect peaceful weekend getaway, with cosy cabins, private retreats and beautiful natural surrounds.

This Just In: Homegrown Pilates Studio Power Moves Is Bringing Athletic Workouts to Paddington in 2027

Sunny studios have their place, but sometimes a full-body sweat calls for moody lighting.

The Best Ways to Celebrate the NFL's Debut in Melbourne

Get into the spirit of game day with buffalo wings and waffle fries, floating football fields and cheerleaders, Buckets of Budweiser and massive match screenings.

A Non-Runner's Guide to Partying Your Way Around the TCS Sydney Marathon

Get the group chat buzzing with this guide to the best things to do as a spectator at the TCS Sydney Marathon presented by ASICS.

A Weekender's Guide to the Barossa Valley and Beyond

From Germanic Tanunda and Murray Street's heritage main strip, to the old-vine wineries, eateries and cellar doors.

This Just In: This Webjet Sale Cuts Flight Prices on 150-Plus International Destinations From Sydney Airport, Including Tokyo, Paris and Bali

But get in quick, you only have a few weeks to book your trip for a fraction of the usual price.

Ten of The Most Luxe Places to Stay in Regional Victoria Right Now

The Best New Australian Books to Curl Up With This August

A time-travelling news agency, fables about digital dystopias, the grief of losing a best friend and more.

Five Immersive Wellness Experiences Worth Booking This Season

From live orchestras and forest bathing to floating sound baths, these wellness experiences are making recovery a little easier to prioritise.

The 17 Best Facials and Aestheticians in Melbourne

These dermatologists and skin moguls are a match for pollution, stress and late nights in the city.

What to Do and Where to Stay During a Vibrant Spring Escape in New Zealand

Save the Euro summer for another year and thaw out from winter with a colourful New Zealand getaway instead.

Now Open: Lilianfels' Landmark $13 Million Upgrade Includes Èliva — a Luxe Day Spa Embodying Its Blue Mountains Surrounds

This grand Blue Mountains estate has emerged from a $13 million makeover with a luxe new spa and plenty of reasons to linger.

The Best New Venues in Uluwatu in 2026

Bali's surfing hotspot is increasingly becoming the go-to for tourists and expats alike, with the culinary offering expanding rapidly alongside Uluwatu's growth.

Now Open: Aman Has Unveiled Its Latest Ultra-Luxe Desert Oasis on Mexico's Dramatic Baja Coast

As the newest property in Aman's attention-grabbing expansion into the Americas, this desert-meets-ocean resort is defined by its surroundings.