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    The 16 Best Bars for Dancing in Melbourne

    Forget about the week that was and cut some shapes on these tried and tested Melbourne dance floors.

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    The 22 Best Pubs in Melbourne

    Looking for a new local? This list of classic Melbourne boozers and more contemporary gastropubs will suit all beer and parma enthusiasts.

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    Coming Soon: Hong Kong Noodle Chain TamJai Mixian Is Opening Its First Australian Stores in Melbourne This Year

    TamJai Mixian already has 240 noodle shops across Asia, and its first four Australian locations are all opening in Melbourne.

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    Where to Find the Best Burgers in Melbourne

    Classic cheeseburgers, spicy fried chicken buns, and everything in between.

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    QVM's Summer Night Market Is Back for a Massive 15-Week Season Packed with Food, Drinks and Shopping

    The 2024-25 Summer Night Market season is going to be huge — expect 45 food traders, six pop-up bars and 60 makers market stalls every Wednesday night.

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    Now Open: Cheri Is South Melbourne's Sleek New Euro-Inspired Bakery and Cafe

    You'll find Darling Group's latest all-day diner right across the road from South Melbourne Market.

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    Now Open: Brisbane's New 'Bluey's World' Experience Lets You Step Inside the Heeler Home for Real Life

    This custom-built 4000-square-metre attraction recreates the show's famous sets in the perfect place for it.

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    You Can Now Watch Season One of The Kates' Hilarious Morning TV Satire 'Get Krack!n' on YouTube

    Still trying to fill the 'Deadloch'-shaped hole in your viewing until season two arrives? Whether or not you've seen this hit series before, it'll help.

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    Tony- and Olivier-Winning Hit 'The Play That Goes Wrong' Is Making a Comeback on Australia's Stages in 2025

    What happens when The Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society tries to stage a murder-mystery? Chaos — and this onstage comedy.

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    Australia's Asia-Pacific Triennial of Performing Arts Is Returning in 2025 with a Jam-Packed Performance Lineup

    Asia TOPA's performance program includes 33 shows, 18 of which will make their world premiere, all in Melbourne in February and March 2025.

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    Here's Your First Look at 'The Handmaid's Tale' Season Six and 'The Bear' Season Four Thanks to Disney+'s 2025 Trailer

    Also featured: season two of 'Andor', new 'Alien' TV series 'Alien: Earth', the Glen Powell-starring 'Chad Powers' and 'Daredevil: Born Again'.

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    Welcome to 'The White Lotus' in Thailand: HBO Has Dropped a New Teaser for Its 2024–2025 Lineup

    You can also catch new sneak peeks of 'The Last of Us' season two,' 'IT' spinoff 'Welcome to Derry', 'The Rehearsal' season two and more.

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    A House-Within-a-House Labyrinth Has Popped Up in Melbourne to Get Everyone Thinking About Small-Scale Architecture

    The NGV's 2024 Architecture Commission 'Home Truth' is all about thinking about alternative ways of building houses in Australia.

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    Sun's Out, Guns Out: Ten Essential Goodies to Grab This Summer

    There is nothing quite like an Aussie summer, and we're here to help make it even better. 

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    Gifting Made Simple: Ten Easy Presents You Can Buy Before the Christmas Rush

    Amazon is here to help you avoid the chaos of last-minute shopping this silly season. 

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    DIY Season: Ten Products That Can Help You Complete Any Summer Project in Record Time

    Just some cool stuff for those who are officially in our DIY era.

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    From Rotary Phones to MSN Messenger, Australia's Newest Museum Celebrates Communication Technologies

    The first new major museum in Melbourne for more than two decades is all about the tech that's helped humanity interact.

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    You'll Be Able to Explore a House-Within-a-House Labyrinth When the NGV's 2024 Architecture Commission Pops Up

    First, you'll step inside the frame of an average Australian home — and then, drawing attention to alternative modes of housing, you'll enter a smaller-scale abode.

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    The 14 Best Hotels In Melbourne

    Whether you're vacationing or staycationing, this lineup of the best hotels in Melbourne will help you live your best life — fine restaurants, premium spas and pillow menus await.

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    The Best Things to Do in Melbourne This Weekend

    This weekend in Melbourne, you can pair a sky-high swim with bottomless wine and snacks, check out the new 'Sister Act' musical or watch a heap of movies at this year's Melbourne Queer Film Festival.

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    From Hiking Trails to Biking Paths, Here's How to See Another Side of Singapore for Free

    Immersing yourself in Singapore's natural beauty won't cost you a thing.

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    Ten of the Best Airbnb Stays You Can Book Around Australia

    For your next getaway around Australia, spend a weekend in a cabin floating on the ocean, a bubble in the mountains or a 100-year-old castle.

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    Coming Soon: Mondrian Is Opening Its First Australian Hotel in Burleigh Heads on the Gold Coast in 2025

    This Los Angeles-born chain's debut Aussie site will feature 208 hotel rooms — plus pools, restaurants, and both beach and hinterland views.

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    Sixteen of the Best Private Accommodations You Can Book in Regional Victoria

    Escape the city and head to the wilderness for a holiday in these private getaways scattered around regional Victoria.

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