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Get Ready to Luge Through the Mornington Peninsula Wilderness, as Arthurs Seat Eagle Embarks on an Action-Packed Upgrade

Scheduled for completion in December 2028, this 1440-metre luge track is joined by a brand-new observation tower and a revamped cafe.

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From Coogee to Darwin, IHG Hotels & Resorts Is Launching Five New Properties Across Australia in 2026

Get moving on this year's travel plans, with this collection of new openings spanning waterfront escapes and CBD stays.

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Hostel Dorms Just Got an Upgrade — Drifter Melbourne Has Revealed Design-Led Dream Pods as Part of a Major Renovation

Enhance your hostel dorm experience, as this CBD stay reveals forward-thinking pod beds made for peace, comfort and privacy.

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The Best Hotels in Sydney

From six-star waterfront towers to historic inner-city boutiques, these are the best hotels in the Harbour City.

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Bringing Japandi-Inspired Design to the Edge of Lake Eildon, Spaces in Places' Debut Stay Is a Different Kind of Rural Escape

Not just another “tiny cabin in a paddock,” this brand-new stay unites form, function and experience in a quiet dialogue with the land.

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The Ten Best Beach Camping Spots in Victoria

Pitch your tent at these epic campgrounds, then into the surf with you.

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Here's What Melbourne's Off-Track Race Week Will Look Like This Year

Jack Daniel's is celebrating race week with several events across the city.

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"Bold and Unapologetic": These Are the Indonesian Flavours and Dishes to Try Before You Die

From bold spices to fusion comfort food, Dutch Smuggler's Executive Chef shares the Indonesian flavours you should try.

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The Gold Coast's Most Irresistible Al Fresco Dining Spots That Are Worth Travelling For

From Burleigh's beachfront heavy-hitters to rooftop cocktails and hidden gems, these Gold Coast spots are alfresco dining at its best.

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The Best Cold Foam Coffee in Melbourne

Leave your lame latte, common cappuccino and lifeless long black behind, and set out on a fancy-free, foam-filled adventure this weekend using our handy guide.

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Where to Find the Best Breakfast in Melbourne's CBD

Make time to visit these CBD cafes and never turn up to work hungry again.

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Coming Soon: An Old Favourite Melbourne Bakery is Setting up New Digs in the CBD for the First Time, Set to Reimagine What a City Bakery Can Be

At the new location, Cobb Lane will even introduce a lunch menu for the first time, serving sandwiches, sausage rolls, and pies.

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Latest Openings

Restaurant
Koi Toy

T16, Pentridge Shopping Centre, 1 Champ Street, Coburg

Menu highlights include angel hair tempura King Prawns, sake-cured Ocean Trout, and crunchy fried whitebait with yuzu tartare sauce.
Restaurant
Frenchie

15 Collins Street, Melbourne

Frenchie's big drawcard is that everything on the menu is priced at $14. Yes, you read that correctly.
Pub
Mt View Hotel

70 Bridge Road, Richmond

Great views, good booze and food that will keep you satisfied on game day make this pub the sportsperson’s favourite.
Bar
Florentino

80 Bourke Street, Melbourne

Littered with Italian murals and quintessentially traditional food, this Italian institution has been pumping since '28.
Cafe
Entrecote

142-144 Greville Street, Prahran

Dine like a Parisian — late, simple, and with plenty of with fries and champagne.
Restaurant
Lucia Melbourne

11 Eastern Road, South Melbourne

Even though the Mediterranean style of drinking and dining is all over Melbourne these days, Lucia has a team of local hospo heavyweights ready to fight off the competition.
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.
Bar
Bar Local Drop

116 Rokeby Street, Collingwood

There are over 500 bottles to choose from that can be enjoyed at the bar or in the comfort of your own home.
Bar
Champagne & Oyster Bar, Crown Melbourne

8 Whiteman Street, Southbank

Given the elegant, upmarket setting, it's no surprise that caviar makes a starring appearance here too.

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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The Best Boutique Cinemas to Catch an Indie Film in Melbourne

Swap the multiplex for the arthouses, family operations and cinephile favourite picturehouses that call Melbourne home.

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This Just In: Groovin the Moo Is Back — But as a One-Off Show in Regional NSW

After two years off the calendar, the beloved regional festival is returning with a scaled-back reboot in Lismore this May.

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"The Prize Has Changed Everything": How This Indie Filmmaker Created a TV Ad That Won Them $70K

The Melbourne-based animator shares how they created their winning short film and what the career-changing prize means for their future.

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Melbourne Symphony Orchestra Is Inviting the Public to Submit Original Compositions for a Community Soundtrack

Melbourne's top orchestra is celebrating its 120th birthday with an open call for ideas from musicians nationwide.

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CP On: Does Anyone Actually Still Dine and Shop in Melbourne CBD?

We've all heard the doom and gloom around Melbourne CBD, but what does the latest pedestrian data say about the city's post-pandemic recovery?

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News
This Just In: Rebel Love Stories Are Taking Centre Stage at State Library Victoria

A new exhibition at State Library Victoria is unpacking rebellious love stories, from forbidden relationships to modern digital devotion.

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Featured Events

Event
Mates Rates and Cheese Plates

Fri, 20 Feb, 2026
XM4, Saint Kilda

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

Fri, 20 Feb, 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.
Event
Day Pool Pass at Vibe Hotel Melbourne Docklands

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 - Sat, 28 Feb 2026
Vibe Hotel Melbourne Docklands, Docklands

Ramp up the summer vibes, as non-guests are invited to swim and sip alongside this hotel's seventh-floor pool complete with stellar skyline views.

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Event
OnceWas In-Store and Online Warehouse Sale

Fri, 20 Feb - Mon, 23 Feb 2026
OnceWas and online, Hawthorn East

Score statement styles without the splurge as this boutique brand returns with a huge sale featuring leather, faux fur and exclusive prints at discount prices.
Event
Malibu Barbie Cafe

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 - Sat, 28 Feb 2026
The Social Quarter, Malvern East

Tuck into an ice cream float served in a Barbie convertible at this two-storey hangout — or grab a cocktail from the Ken-themed bar.

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Event
Royal Stacks 10th Birthday Celebration

Multiple single dates
Royal Stacks, Melbourne

Throwing it back to 2016, this Melbourne-born burger spot is celebrating a decade of mouthwatering takeaway with free burgers and OG prices.
Event
Chandon Garden Spritz Picnics

Sat, 21 Feb, 2026
CHANDON Australia, Coldstream

CHANDON’s Garden Spritz Picnics return to the Yarra Valley with a refreshed menu and an elevated setup for long, sunlit afternoons on the lawn.

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Event
First Birthday Celebration at frank green Chadstone

Sat, 21 Feb - Sun, 22 Feb 2026
frank green Chadstone, Malvern East

Arrive early to this weekend-long birthday celebration to score a free gift bag loaded with $100 worth of products.
Event
Vintage Market at East Brunswick Village

Sun, 22 Feb, 2026
East Brunswick Village, Brunswick East

Ease through Sunday the right way, as this debut vintage market combines curated fashion, vinyl grooves and culinary bites.
Event
Kesha: The Tits Out Tour

Sun, 22 Feb, 2026
Margaret Court Arena, Melbourne

Kesha is playing Melbourne in 2026 as part of the biggest headline tour of her career so far.

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Event
All-You-Can-Eat Gyoza

Wed, 25 Feb, 2026
Bosozoku, South Yarra

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

Tue, 24 Feb, 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, 22 Feb, 2026
The National Hotel, Richmond

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

Sun, 22 Feb, 2026
Newmarket Hotel, St Kilda

End your weekend on a caffeine high with two hours of espresso martinis.
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Lu-Niverse: Countess Luann at Melbourne Recital Centre

Mon, 23 Feb, 2026
Melbourne Recital Centre, Southbank

Be cool, as this reality TV star brings her infectious energy to Melbourne for a tea-spilling deep dive into a slew of wild moments.
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Diner en Blanc Melbourne 2026

Sat, 28 Feb, 2026
Secret Location

The world's poshest picnic is back in Melbourne for another round — don't forget to wear white.

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Virgin Australia Pride Flight 2026

Fri, 27 Feb, 2026
Various venues across Australia

Take to the skies, this time in rhinestone-studded cowboy costumes, as this Mardi Gras tradition returns to 38,000 feet.

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The Best Hotels in Sydney

From six-star waterfront towers to historic inner-city boutiques, these are the best hotels in the Harbour City.

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Yamagen Melbourne

6 Portland Lane, Melbourne

From impeccable sashimi to an enviable rare whisky collection, Yamagen is taking Japanese dining to new heights within the popular Russell Street Hotel.
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No Biggie

130 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne

With only one thing on the menu, the hardest decision you’ll have to make is choosing between peppercorn or chimichurri.
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Lucia Melbourne

11 Eastern Road, South Melbourne

Even though the Mediterranean style of drinking and dining is all over Melbourne these days, Lucia has a team of local hospo heavyweights ready to fight off the competition.
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Mamasita

1/11 Collins Street, Melbourne

The always-evolving menu spans snack plates and taqueria plates, tacos to generous sharing mains, all anchored by an enviable selection of margaritas and cocktails.
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Coupette

90 Queens Bridge Street, Southbank

As a hotel venue, it moves seamlessly from morning coffee to late-night cocktails, and is well-suited to everything from a quick snack to a celebratory meal.

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