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Now Open: Moon Gang Is Ubud's New Five-Suite Stay, Combining Cosmic Inspiration with Traditional Balinese Design

Music lovers, wellness seekers and design-obsessives have a new reason to book a trip to Ubud.

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Your Future Is Calling: This Unsettling AI Fortune Teller by ENESS Reads Your Horoscope After Peeking Inside Your Psyche

Question the lure of modern technology, as this futuristic fortune teller blends AI, nostalgia and existential uncertainty.

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Start Summer in the Sup' — The Ticket Ballot for Meredith Music Festival 2026 Is Now Open

Book that long weekend now: it's time to go in the running to attend the 34th Meredith Music Festival.

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From Tasmania to Thailand: MONA Unveils Ambitious Plans for a New Museum on Bangkok's Chao Phraya Riverfront

Australia’s most talked-about museum is heading overseas, with MONA announcing an ambitious new Bangkok outpost opening in 2029.

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This Just In: Victoria Police Have Arrested a 'High-Ranking' Person Over Melbourne's Spate of Hospo Venue Firebombings

Police say a key figure linked to Melbourne's recent wave of arsons, kidnappings and home invasions has been arrested.

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The Best Steaks in Melbourne

Whether you like it raw or well done, smothered in sauce or left pure and simple, on the bone or sliced to serve, you'll find whatever meaty masterpiece you're after with our handy guide.

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This Just in: These Coveted Cult-Favourite Cookies Are Making Another Stop as Part of the Brand's National Roadshow

Geelong cookie lovers will get a chance to get their hands on the coveted cookies for four days only this July.

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Guide
The Best Steaks in Melbourne

Whether you like it raw or well done, smothered in sauce or left pure and simple, on the bone or sliced to serve, you'll find whatever meaty masterpiece you're after with our handy guide.

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The Specials Board: These Are Melbourne's Must-Try Food and Drink Specials for July

New month, new flavours — these are the standout new dishes and deals to check out this month.

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All the New Melbourne Restaurant and Bar Openings to Try This Winter 2026

Melbourne’s newest restaurants and bars are setting the tone for wnter 2026 — from cosy cafes to refurbished pubs, romantic wine bars to intimate omakase counters, here’s where to eat and drink next.

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The Best Wine Bars in Melbourne

Considered fitouts, elevated shared plates and a uniquely curated wine offering — these are our favourite wine bars across the city.

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Where to Find the Best Ice Cream and Gelato in Melbourne

Whether you like your scoops creamy, salty, vegan or sandwiched, you can find them in our guide.

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Latest Openings

Restaurant
Pronto 478

478 Centre Road, Bentleigh

At the heart of the offering is the sorriso, a beloved Roman street food that's like a lovechild between a panino and a pizza.
Bar
Napier Hotel

210 Napier Street, Fitzroy

Like a big, warm, friendly Fitzroy hug.
Restaurant
Atsu

15-17 Lincoln Square South, Carlton

If you visit for lunch, experience a traditional katsu donbori bowl, and then try and nab a seat at the counter for an omakase-style kushikatsu offering.
Bar
Wally's

67 Cardigan Place, Albert Park

This Euro-centric Albert park hang out has expanded its offering, now inviting diners from all across the city to indulge in its tasty fares.
Restaurant
Cucinetta

3 Murphy Street, South Yarra

This cosy South Yarra kitchen specialises in handmade pasta, even served straight from a parmesan wheel.
Restaurant
Allegria Pasta Malvern

110-122 Wattletree Road, Armadale

Allegria has landed in Armadale, filling a gap in high-quality Italian take-home meals.
Bar
Bar Jayda

19 Bond Street, Melbourne

Shane Delia's sophisticated cocktail den brings old-world glamour to a CBD laneway, and its now even serving lunch.
Bar
Napier Hotel

210 Napier Street, Fitzroy

Like a big, warm, friendly Fitzroy hug.
Bar
Wally's

67 Cardigan Place, Albert Park

This Euro-centric Albert park hang out has expanded its offering, now inviting diners from all across the city to indulge in its tasty fares.
Bar
Gracie's Wine Room

27 Toorak Road, South Yarra

Gracie’s founder Kelsie Gaffey has many accolades to her name — a wine bar that she founded at the age of 25 and now her own wine.
Bar
Drop Shop

70 Lygon Street , Brunswick East

The format is intentionally simple: three categories organised by occasion and price, rather than by region and variety.
Bar
Imperial Hotel

2-8 Bourke Street, Melbourne

Soak up the 360-degree views on the new refurbished rooftop of this CBD pub.

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

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Your Future Is Calling: This Unsettling AI Fortune Teller by ENESS Reads Your Horoscope After Peeking Inside Your Psyche

Question the lure of modern technology, as this futuristic fortune teller blends AI, nostalgia and existential uncertainty.

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Start Summer in the Sup' — The Ticket Ballot for Meredith Music Festival 2026 Is Now Open

Book that long weekend now: it's time to go in the running to attend the 34th Meredith Music Festival.

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News
MIFF's 2026 Program Is Here, with the Australian Premiere of Olivia Colman's Whimsical Flick 'Wicker' Opening the Festival

Melbourne’s biggest film celebration returns with acclaimed premieres, major international hits and an opening-night crowd-pleaser.

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The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra Are Revealing the Weird and Wonderful Objects Behind Movie Sound Effects

From snapping celery to clacking coconut shells, the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra is uncovering the techniques Foley artists use to bring films to life this winter.

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News
Victoria Cranks Up Music Funding with Two Major Grant Programs Offering Support to Local Talent and Live Music Venues

Two major grant programs are back, offering fresh support to Victorian musicians, industry professionals and live music venues.

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The 12 New Blockbusters Worth Adding to Your Winter Home Cinema Lineup

Cold weather, couch plans and a stacked release calendar. These are the biggest new films to rent and buy for your next home winter movie night.

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Mates Rates and Cheese Plates

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XM4, Saint Kilda

Tuck into free fromage over cheap drinks.
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Keys Gone Wild at the Espy Melbourne

Fri, 17 Jul, 2026
Hotel Esplanade, Saint Kilda

Every Friday night head to The Espy's Sunroom for crowd sing-alongs, classic hits and chart-topping belters performed live on the piano.
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Aēsop Queer Library

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Aesop Flinders Lane, Melbourne

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Australia 01 House

Fri, 17 Jul - Sat, 18 Jul 2026
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The two-day pop-up celebrates Australian art, design and landscapes.
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Sat, 18 Jul 2026, Sat, 1 Aug 2026 and Sat, 15 Aug 2026
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Local makers, mulled drinks and a picturesque creekside setting make this afternoon-into-evening winter market worth rugging up for.
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BARE: In Your Natural Form at Wellness Social Club

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We're a nation of sunbathers, swimmers and beachgoers, but this new experience aims to get people comfortable with going starkers at the sauna.

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Wed, 22 Jul, 2026
Bosozoku, South Yarra

Head to South Yarra's Japanese biker bar for an hour of power every Wednesday night.
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Vegan Tuesdays

Tue, 21 Jul, 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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Groove Therapy

Wed, 22 Jul, 2026
The Workers Club, Fitzroy

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Sun, 19 Jul, 2026
The National Hotel, Richmond

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Sun, 19 Jul, 2026
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Sun, 19 Jul, 2026
Royal Avenue Park, Sandringham

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Glazed High Tea

Sun, 19 Jul, 2026
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A gluten free, dairy free and nut free high tea that the whole crew can enjoy.
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Fairfield is getting a wellness upgrade as this rapidly growing brand unveils its seventh studio featuring a host of opening-day perks.
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This Just In: Kat the Label Is Holding a Warehouse Sale in South Yarra — with Lingerie from $5

The Melbourne label is opening its doors for a four-day warehouse sale in South Yarra, with archive pieces, samples and past collections up for grabs.

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The Best Australian Fashion Labels to Know Right Now

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Design-Led Weekend Open House Melbourne Returns, Offering Rare Access to Hidden Spaces, Private Homes and Infrastructure Icons

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CP Picks: 14 Australian-Designed Coats for When the Jacket Is the Outfit

The locally designed outerwear worth buying once (and wearing for a decade).

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The beloved brand is finding a temporary home in Surry Hills — for two days only.

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Australia's Best Interior Design Projects Have Been Chosen — with a Demountable Campus in Hobart Claiming the Top Prize

The nation's best interior design project for 2026 isn't a hotel or home — it's a future-forward university campus.

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The Best Steaks in Melbourne

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All the New Melbourne Restaurant and Bar Openings to Try This Winter 2026

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Now Open: Moon Gang Is Ubud's New Five-Suite Stay, Combining Cosmic Inspiration with Traditional Balinese Design

Music lovers, wellness seekers and design-obsessives have a new reason to book a trip to Ubud.

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This Just In: The World's Largest Ever Cruise Ship Has Officially Set Sail on Its Maiden Mediterranean Voyage

Royal Caribbean's newest ship has overtaken its Icon Class sisters to become the largest cruise ship in the world, kicking off seven-night Mediterranean sailings from Barcelona and Rome this month.

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Your Winter Cultural Hit List: Festivals, Events and How to Have a Say in Shaping Your City

From late-night markets and major film festivals to winter food events and city-wide celebrations, these are the cultural moments worth adding to your calendar this season.

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Rest Up: Your Weekend Escape Just Got Extended For Free, with Mudgee Offering Visitors a Third Night on the House

Turns out the secret to a truly relaxing holiday isn't heading away more often — it's staying an extra night for free.

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This Just In: Lorna Jane Quietly Opened a Luxury Retreat For Modern Women in Byron Bay

A contemporary bushland sanctuary for everything wellness, from hormonal imbalances to high-pressure careers.

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The Best Winter Weekend Getaways in Australia

Bypassing peak-season summer crowds has its perks. We have tracked down Australia’s premier cold-weather sanctuaries, packing in architectural eco-lodges, hyperlocal vineyard dining, and the best places to thaw out by a roaring open fire.

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Trending Bars and Restaurants

Restaurant
Bang Bang Frankston

24 Playne Street, Frankston

The venue will transform into a late-night social hub on Friday and Saturday evenings with DJs playing tunes late into the night.
Cafe
Humble Bakery Rose Bay

594 New South Head Road , Rose Bay

The Rose Bay outpost will be the first to offer soft serve and smoothies, with flavours set to rotate regularly throughout the year.
Cafe
Belafonte Coffee

556-558 North Road, Ormond

Here, the offering is deliberately concise. Bagels. Schmears. Coffee. All done properly.
Restaurant
Atsu

15-17 Lincoln Square South, Carlton

If you visit for lunch, experience a traditional katsu donbori bowl, and then try and nab a seat at the counter for an omakase-style kushikatsu offering.
Restaurant
Smith & Deli CBD

16 Degraves Street, Melbourne

As the sun goes down, the cafeteria counter will transform into a tapas bar, with cold brews replaced by espresso martinis.