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Extend Your Easter Break, as Scoot's Latest Sale Features Airfares to Stellar Destinations Across Asia Starting From $182

Keep the good times flowing after the long weekend, as this budget airline's latest sale departs to multiple dreamy destinations across Asia.

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Lanson Place Parliament Gardens Is Giving a Creator-in-Residence the Keys to the City, with Applications Closing Tomorrow

This six-month creator residency is up for grabs, offering curated stays and storytelling opportunities that capture the best of Melbourne.

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Starting with Flinders Lane, the City of Melbourne Is Making the CBD's 'Little' Streets More Pedestrian-Friendly

Giving pedestrians priority across numerous 'Little' CBD streets and laneways, this infrastructure announcement aims to boost retail and hospitality activity.

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The 18 Best Hair Salons in Melbourne

From celebrity stylists to specialist studios, leave your locks to some of the best hair salons in Melbourne.

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Neil Perry's Margaret Has Been Named the Second-Best Steak Restaurant in the World — with 22 Australian Eateries Making the List

Almost a fifth of the eateries on the World's 101 Best Steak Restaurants List for 2026 are from Australia.

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Now Playing: Every Movie Releasing in April You Can Watch in Theatres or at Home

Prep some popcorn, pour your soft drink of choice and kick back to catch these movies releasing this month on a screen of your choosing.

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Pidapipo Just Dropped Five New Limited-Edition Flavours, Including Strawberry Cream with Chocolate Cookies and Ricotta with Fig Jam

The sweet new scoops will only be available during the month of April, so don't wait to try them.

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Neil Perry's Margaret Has Been Named the Second-Best Steak Restaurant in the World — with 22 Australian Eateries Making the List

Almost a fifth of the eateries on the World's 101 Best Steak Restaurants List for 2026 are from Australia.

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Don't Let the Fuel Crisis Stop You From Dining Out — This Trio of Italian Restaurants Is Covering Your Transport Costs

With petrol prices soaring, this Melbourne restaurant trio is helping diners get out and about by covering part of their transport costs.

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CP On: Is the Vanilla Slice the Most Divisive Dessert in Australia?

Some can't get enough of it, some won't go near it, but the humble vanilla slice has an unshakeable podium spot as one of Australia's most iconic desserts.

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Keep Slushie Season Going — Moon Dog Is Launching a New Range of Slushie Mix Cans to Spin at Home

With DIY slushie-making at an all-time high, this much-loved brewery is ready to reveal Australia's first canned alcoholic slushie mix.

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Now Open: Onda Presents Dining Above Sorrento's Tide, Pairing Mediterranean Vibes with Panoramic Port Phillip Bay Views

Hovering over the bay, this Sorrento-first restaurant offers sun-drenched Mediterranean-inspired fare set against striking coastal vistas.

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Latest Openings

Restaurant
Hawker Hall

98 Chapel Street, Windsor

A roomy interior lit by neon signage, a menu packed with hawker-style delights and a standout offering of beers on tap.
Restaurant
Yakimono

80 Collins Street, Melbourne

This colourful Chris Lucas venture features a futuristic aesthetic and a menu filled with Japanese street food that's cooked over flames.
Bar
Hotel Nacional

23-25 Hardware Lane, Melbourne

Hotel Nacional is Hardware Lane's five-storey, totally gluten-free Mexican restaurant and bar.
Restaurant
Good Times

214 Saint Georges Road, Fitzroy North

A charmingly low-key joint with drawing paper on the tables and wallet-friendly negronis, wine carafes and pasta dishes for just $9 a pop.
Restaurant
Ruzia's Wine

215 Balaclava Road, Caulfield North

When a venue is named after someone's grandmother, it's a telltale sign that the space is likely to be imbued with a lot of heart and soul.
Restaurant
Token

151 Toorak Road, South Yarra

Get around great sashimi and temaki from the raw bar and flame-kissed Japanese eats from the yakitori grill.
Bar
Hotel Nacional

23-25 Hardware Lane, Melbourne

Hotel Nacional is Hardware Lane's five-storey, totally gluten-free Mexican restaurant and bar.
Bar
The Fitzroy Pinnacle

251-255 Saint Georges Road, Fitzroy North

Fitzroy North's oddly-shaped corner pub gets a new lease on life under new management.
Bar
Arcane Fairies

185 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne

Theatrics take centre stage at this whimsical Lonsdale Street cocktail bar.
Bar
Florentino

80 Bourke Street, Melbourne

Littered with Italian murals and quintessentially traditional food, this Italian institution has been pumping since '28.
Bar
Garden State Hotel

101 Flinders Lane, Melbourne

This always bustling pub is a favourite post-work hangout for many city workers who swing by for a care-free, good time.
Bar
Smiley Brewing Co

9 Southeast Boulevard, Pakenham

Local flavours and makers take centre stage at this family owned and operated Pakenham brewery.

Arts & Entertainment

Love Arts & Entertainment experiences? Navigate the best venues and events near you picked by our expert curators at Concrete Playground.

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This Just In: Kylie Minogue Is Headlining the 2026 AFL Grand Final Pre-Game Show

Tune in to the big game this September to see the legendary Australian musician make an overdue AFL Grand Final debut.

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Now Playing: Every Movie Releasing in April You Can Watch in Theatres or at Home

Prep some popcorn, pour your soft drink of choice and kick back to catch these movies releasing this month on a screen of your choosing.

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CP Picks: Breaking Down the Must-Do Moments From the Dark Mofo 2026 Lineup

From groundbreaking global artists to renowned after-dark events, winter solstice festival Dark Mofo returns this June in a celebration of rebirth and renewal.

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Now Streaming: Every Show to Add to Your Streaming Queue In April

Here's what's hot and fresh in the world of streaming content this month.

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ICYMI: Grammy-Nominated Artist Alex Warren Is Playing Arena Shows Across Australia and New Zealand

Alex Warren is once again taking us out of the ordinary, announcing seven stops in Australia and New Zealand on his 2026 tour.

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From Fireflies to Fire Gardens, Lightscape Is Back Again to Ignite Winter Nights at the Royal Botanic Gardens

Wander along this luminous night-time trail, complete with 15 new and returning installations from acclaimed local and international artists.

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Featured Events

Event
All-You-Can-Eat Gyoza

Wed, 1 Apr, 2026
Bosozoku, South Yarra

Head to South Yarra's Japanese biker bar for an hour of power every Wednesday night.
Event
Groove Therapy

Wed, 1 Apr, 2026
The Workers Club, Fitzroy

Let out all those feelings in this biweekly no-judgement dance class.

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Event
Longsong's Cheese Nights

Wed, 1 Apr, 2026
Longsong, Melbourne

Melty jaffles, oozy raclette and crispy saganaki, one night a week.
Event
Queen Vic Market Summer Night Market

Wed, 1 Apr, 2026
Queen Victoria Market, Melbourne

Melbourne’s longest-running night market is back for its 25th season, filling Queen Victoria Market with sizzling street food, live music, and the hum of warm summer nights.
Event
The Phantom of the Opera — Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour

Fri, 27 Mar - Sun, 26 Apr 2026
Fleet Steps, Sydney

Andrew Lloyd Webber's famed opera is celebrating its 40th year with a season on Sydney Harbour's floating stage.

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Event
Juliet's Jazz and Raclette Thursdays

Thu, 2 Apr, 2026
Juliet Melbourne, Melbourne

Get your gooey cheese fix while being serenaded at the hidden basement bar.
Event
Heinz x Nico's Deli Night Shift Automat

Thu, 2 Apr, 2026
Nico's Sandwich Deli, Fitzroy

Fast, waiterless and loaded with flavour, this six-month automat pop-up is bringing a new edge to a bygone late-night staple.
Event
Bottomless Pizza and Unlimited Beer Night

Thu, 2 Apr, 2026
Pizza e Birra, St Kilda

$35 gets you two hours of slices and brews every Thursday night.
Event
Rac 'n' Mac Night

Thu, 2 Apr, 2026
Smithward, Collingwood

Taking cheesy pasta goodness to the next level every Thursday.
Event
Vegan Tuesdays

Tue, 7 Apr, 2026
Babu Ji, St Kilda

Tuck into an all-you-can-eat vegan curry feast at St Kilda's Babu Ji every week.

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Event
Yum Cha Sundays

Sun, 5 Apr, 2026
The National Hotel, Richmond

Cure your Sunday arvo blues with dumplings at The National Hotel in Richmond.
Event
Bottomless Martini Brunch

Sun, 5 Apr, 2026
Newmarket Hotel, St Kilda

End your weekend on a caffeine high with two hours of espresso martinis.
Event
Hank Marvin Market

Sun, 5 Apr, 2026
Royal Avenue Park, Sandringham

This Bayside market serves up a feast of food and drinks every Sunday.
Event
Glazed High Tea

Sun, 5 Apr, 2026
Glazed Gluten Free Patisserie, Elsternwick

A gluten free, dairy free and nut free high tea that the whole crew can enjoy.
Event
The Fitzroy Mills Market

Mon, 6 Apr, 2026
The Fitzroy Mills, Fitzroy

This much-loved Fitzroy market showcases a top selection of local food producers an makers each Saturday.
Event
Quick Bites Comedy

Mon, 6 Apr, 2026
Boney, Melbourne

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Now Open: A-ESQUE Is Reinvigorating the High Street Experience, Unveiling a New Gallery-Like Retail and Art Space

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