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    Coil Is Chapel Street's Newest Club, Bringing a State-of-the-Art Sound System for Audiophiles and a Dance Floor Free From Phones

    With phone-free dancing and audiophile-grade sound, this new late-night spot is uplifting the Chapel Street club scene.

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    Make Your Froyo Obsession More Sustainable, as KeepCup and Yo-Chi Unveil a New Reusable Bowl Designed to Slash Single-Use Waste

    This limited-edition collab makes cutting down on single-use waste a whole lot sweeter.

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

    Melbourne’s newest restaurants and bars are setting the tone for Autumn 2026 — from cosy Italian spots to revamped pubs and whimsical bars, here’s where to eat and drink next.

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    This Just in: One of the City's Most Elevated Bakeries and Restaurants to Close, Citing Shifting Conditions Within the CBD Behind Its Closure

    The owners have cited shifting conditions within the CBD as the reason behind the closure, while thanking its guests for their support over the years.

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

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

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    The Lounge at Society is Slinging $10 Mini Martinis, Caviar Tins and a Line-Up of Burger Specials, Including Chicken Karaage and Spiced Rendang

    Throughout May, The Lounge will present a concise menu of burgers created by chefs across the Lucas Collective.

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    HOYTS Has Unveiled a Huge LED-Powered 'HOYTS APEX' Screen Inside Melbourne Central

    Melbourne's big screen selection just got a lot brighter.

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    How Bangarra Dance Theatre is a Living Archive of First Nations Storytelling

    "Dance is integral for passing knowledge because it's what we've done for millennia."

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    Matt Berninger on Writing 'Get Sunk', Surfacing From Depression and What He Plays When He's Sad

    Ahead of his first solo Australian tour, the unmistakable voice of The National sat down with us for a wide-ranging chat about songwriting, sadness, and Leonard Cohen binges.

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    Now Playing: Every Movie Releasing in May 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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    This Just in: The Prince Hotel Set to Get a New Lease on Life Under the Direction of Hospo Veteran Grant Smillie

    While being taken in a fresh direction, live music and entertainment will remain central to its identity.

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    Movies Are Officially Back: HOYTS Will Open Ten New IMAX Locations Across Australia and New Zealand by 2029

    While we don't know exactly where they'll be, Aussie and Kiwi moviegoers will see their available IMAX screens double in the next two years.

Featured Events
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    Now Open: Love Isabelle Fills a Nostalgic Living Room With Vintage-Inspired Jewellery On High Street

    A welcome addition to one of Melbourne's favourite shopping boulevards.

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    Forget IKEA, Australians Can Now Shop This TikTok-Viral (and Very Chic) Canadian Furniture Brand — and It's Surprisingly Affordable

    Montréal-founded modular furniture brand Cozey has officially launched in Australia — its first market outside North America — with a full home collection that looks considerably more expensive than it is.

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    Now Open: Creed Brings Its Signature Luxury Fragrances to the Royal Arcade, Launching Its Debut Melbourne Boutique

    Blending European elegance with modern craft, this storied brand has unveiled its first Melbourne boutique in a suitably elegant location.

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    Good Taste, Great Design: Check Out This Year's Standout Venues as Shortlisted by the Australian Interior Design Awards

    Spotlighting 226 standout projects, these shortlisted hospitality, commercial and public spaces showcase how interior design elevates every encounter.

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    The Nordics' Favourite Fashion Resale App Tise Has Officially Landed in Australia — And There's No Seller Fees

    Secondhand style lovers have a fresh platform to explore, as this Nordic favourite arrives in Australia, bringing fee-free selling and a social twist.

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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.

Latest Guides
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    ALL Accor's New Creator Academy Is Teaching Next-Gen Storytellers the Skills Needed to Turn Content Into a Career

    Modern content creators need more than followers — this eight-module course offers the skills and pathways needed to go pro.

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    How to Spend 48 Hours in Cairns When You're In Need of a Tropical Weekend Escape

    Swap your desk for a deck chair and flat whites for cocktails and treat yourself to escape to Tropical North Queensland.

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    Ten Equally Gorgeous Destinations to Fly to This Winter — That Aren't in Europe

    Skip the long-haul flight for these escapes that are much closer, better value, and just as transportive as a Euro summer.

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    You Can Walk Queensland's Scenic Rim Trail On a New Self-Guided Package With Luxury Eco Stays

    One of Queensland's most famous walks can now be done without a guide, with luxury lodging and chef-made meals to keep you going.

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    Leave the Noise Behind on Japan's 1200-Kilometre Pilgrimage, Offering a Spiritual Stroll to 88 Buddhist Temples

    Beyond blurry nights and bright lights, the Japanese countryside offers myriad ancient pilgrimages, including this 1200-kilometre soul-searching journey.

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    Hidden in Cambodia's Koh Rong Archipelago, This Wellness-Led Private Island Is Pure, Off-Grid Bliss

    Set across two tiny Cambodian islands, this secluded retreat invites you to unwind with ocean rituals, nature immersion and total disconnection.

Trending Bars and Restaurants
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    Julietta

    220 Toorak Road, South Yarra

    With Italian-style wines, pasta at its core, and a focused selection of classic desserts, Julietta keeps things approachable, comfortable and familiar.

  • Cafe

    Upper Middle

    34 Eastern Rd , South Melbourne

    Taking its lead from European bakery culture, Upper Middle is set to become a local fixture, an everyday spot built into a daily ritual.

  • Restaurant

    Bau Bau Dining

    18 Ranelagh Drive, Mount Eliza

    This elevated eatery on the Mornington Peninsula showcases a true farm-to-table philosophy, sourcing its premium produce from its own regenerative farm.

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    The Florence

    133 Flinders Lane, Melbourne

    The cocktail list features five variations of the Negroni, along with Tuscan wines and creative house signatures.

  • Restaurant

    Ronin

    445 Little Collins Street, Melbourne

    Like an ancient ronin samurai, this omakase joint does things its own way, now introducing a Korean-inspired set menu.

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