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    The Best Set Menus in Melbourne That You Can Order for Under $100

    Sample a large chunk of the menu without breaking the bank when ordering some of the top set menus in Melbourne.

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    Kew's Much-Loved Cafe Ora Has Doubled in Size and Now Transforms Into a Wine Bar at Night

    You can now stop by Ora for a late-night wine and snacking sesh without having to fight over a table.

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    Now Open: Mordialloc's Pan-Asian Street Food Restaurant Bang Bang Has Launched an Outpost in Hampton

    The new outpost is cooking up a fusion of Southeast Asian, Japanese, Korean and Indian eats.

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    Byron Bay's Caper Food and Culture Festival Is Back for 2024 with a Ten-Day Program Curated by Louis Tikaram

    The chef from Brisbane's Stanley has put together a lineup filled with fellow culinary stars, long lunches, a yakitori party and a five-course smoke-fuelled feast.

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    Young Gun of Wine Has Announced Its 2024 Top 50 If You're Looking for an Ace New Vino to Sip

    “These awards are as much about vision and leadership as they are about the quality of wine in the glass.”

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    Now Open: Albert Park Is the Latest Melbourne Suburb to Score a European-Influenced Wine Bar with Wally's

    Even though the city is littered with Euro-centric wine bars, there's still plenty of room for more.

Latest Openings
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    Babae

    710 Sturt Street, Ballarat Central

    The hotel dining revolution has made its way to Ballarat as Hotel Vera introduces its intimate fine-diner.

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    Hopper Joint

    157 Greville Street, Prahran

    These light, crispy bowl-shaped pancakes take centre stage at this Sri Lankan joint.

  • Bar

    Studio Amaro

    168 Chapel Street, Windsor

    This Windsor spot is the Commune Group's latest project — a big Italian restaurant complete with its own DJ-fuelled basement bar.

  • Restaurant

    Salted Egg

    509 Flinders Lane, Melbourne

    Quincy Hotel's Southeast Asian restaurant is bringing some life back to the west end of Flinders Lane.

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    Rumi

    2 Village Avenue, Brunswick East

    Rumi remains a true Melbourne treasure and one of the best Middle Eastern restaurants in the city.

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    Little Jin Cafe

    615 Little Lonsdale St, Melbourne

    Ever heard of happy hour for coffee? That's right, you get 50 per cent off your order at this new window-style cafe.

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    Bianchetto

    26-28 Cotham Road, Kew

    Joe Vargetto is blending old-school Italian sensibilities with contemporary cool at this trendy Kew spot.

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    Pirate Life South Melbourne

    139-145 Market Street, South Melbourne

    This pirate life is all about craft beers, natural wines and a huge selection of South American and Greek eats.

  • Bar

    Studio Amaro

    168 Chapel Street, Windsor

    This Windsor spot is the Commune Group's latest project — a big Italian restaurant complete with its own DJ-fuelled basement bar.

  • Bar

    The Rocket Society

    2 Village Avenue, Brunswick East

    Compared to the local institution that is Rumi, Rocket Society feels like the cool younger sibling. It stays up later, plays alternative beats and is a bit more playful with its food and drink offerings.

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    The Q

    509 Flinders Lane, Melbourne

    Rise above the city skyline at the Quincy Hotel's rooftop cocktail bar.

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    Goodwater

    300 High Street, Northcote

    Drinks, eats and American whiskey until late.

  • News

    You Won't Feel It Coming: The Weeknd's Australian and New Zealand Tour Has Been Cancelled

    First, the singer and 'The Idol' star postponed his 2023 gigs indefinitely. Now, tickets are being refunded.

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    You're Invited: Netflix's Official 'Bridgerton' Ball Experience Is Finally Making Its Australian Debut

    Calling all dukes and duchesses: this immersive event will take you back to the regency era with live performances, tunes, themed cocktails and a visit with the queen.

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    Sydney Film Festival 2024 Will Open with the World Premiere of Midnight Oil Documentary 'The Hardest Line'

    There'll be no shortage of power and passion to kick off this year's SFF, with the film stepping through the band's story from their 70s beginnings onwards.

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    Seven New Movies You Can Watch Right Now That Have Been Fast-Tracked From Cinemas to Streaming

    Get comfy on the couch with Sydney Sweeney as a nun, Timothée Chalamet's return to Arrakis and a Bob Marley biopic.

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    The Full 'Deadpool & Wolverine' Trailer Brings Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman Together in the MCU

    What happens when the Merc with a Mouth joins forces with "the X-Man"? You're about to find out.

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    Sydney Theatre Company's 'The Picture of Dorian Gray' Might Be Making the Stage-to-Screen Leap

    Cate Blanchett's production company Dirty Films has picked up the film rights for the one-performer Aussie stage smash.

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    Chic Digs Alert: The Australian Interior Design Awards Have Unveiled 2024's Shortlisted Bars, Restaurants and Homes

    If you're looking for stunning hospitality, residential, workplace, retail and public settings around Australia, here's where you'll find them.

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    Kmart Has Teamed Up with Dharug and Darkinjung Artist Kyralee Shields on a New Homewares Range

    The latest collection in the department store's First Nations program includes bedding, candles, servingware, candles, wall art and more.

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    ALDI Is Launching Its First-Ever Streetwear Collection — and Everything Costs Less Than $20

    You can literally wear your love for the discount supermarket on your sleeves (and legs, feet and head) thanks to this 23-item range.

  • News

    Melbourne Fine-Diner Navi Has Teamed Up with Robert Gordon on a New Ceramics Collection

    The new homewares range is inspired by the landscape near Navi, and where owner and Head Chef of Navi Julian Hills goes foraging for produce.

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    The Latest Homewares in IKEA's 80th-Anniversary Range Will Fill Your House with Flower Power

    Autumn might have arrived Down Under, but the Swedish retailer is slinging bright colours, bold designs and retro florals in the latest drop in its 80th-birthday collection.

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    Western Australia Just Became the First State to Ban Single-Use Non-Compostable Coffee Cups

    Lids must be entirely plastic-free, too, in a move that aims to save more than 154-million cups from landfill each year.

Latest Guides
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    Dazzle All Five of Your Senses with These Unmissable Outdoor Events

    Whether you're looking to take part in a challenge or explore regional NSW, we have the perfect outdoor festivals for you.

  • News

    The Best Things to Do on ANZAC Day 2024 in Melbourne

    Here's where to rise for the dawn service, indulge in a spot of two-up and pay your respects.

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    Now Open: The Magical 'Harry Potter' Forbidden Forest Experience Has Arrived in Australia

    The Briars Community Forest on the Mornington Peninsula has been turned into a 'Harry Potter' and 'Fantastic Beasts' haven.

  • News

    Cute News: An Adorable Guide Dogs Puppy Cafe Is Popping Up in Melbourne for One Day Only

    Celebrate International Guide Dog Day surrounded by a labrador litter at Kew's Studley Grounds Cafe.

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    Now Open: Kirra Point Holiday Apartments Is Your Sleek New Gold Coast Place to Stay with Stunning Beach Views

    This coastal precinct has already scored a pub, and an oceanfront dining and drinking spot with cabanas — and now it boasts accommodation, too.

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    Sun, Sea and Sand Adventures: Three Must-Do Adventures in Beautiful Los Cabos

    Make your trip to Mexico truly memorable and swap the Cancun craziness for the slower, more luxurious destination on the sparkling Pacific.

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