Federation Square Has Been Granted Permanent Victorian Heritage Protection

After much debate about its future, the 17-year-old public space has been added to the State Register for its "historical, aesthetic, technological and social significance".

The Victorian Government Is Asking for Your Thoughts On the Future of Federation Square

You have until the end of September to submit your feedback on the public space's future.

Where to Shop When You're Craving More Hygge in Your Home

Make your place a cosy hideaway with pastel homewares, comfy linens and unique art pieces from these design shops.

Five Incredible Melbourne Spaces You Can Explore at Open House Melbourne 2019

Including a hidden CBD cottage and a hillside former explosives store.

The Queen Victoria Market's Fairy Light-Lit String Bean Alley Has Reopened with 26 Shops

It's home to book shops, florists, cheesy toasties and vintage cameras.

IKEA Has Dropped a Limited-Edition Rainbow Version of Its Famed Frakta Bag

The versatile blue-and-yellow bag has had a temporary makeover.

The Minimalist Design for Melbourne's 2019 MPavilion Has Just Been Unveiled

The white structure will be lit from within like a lantern at night.

Melbourne Will Be One of the First Three Cities to Test Uber's Flying Taxis in 2020

Flights to Melbourne Airport are expected to take only ten minutes — and eventually cost the same price as an Uber X.

Melbourne Central Could Be Getting Its Own Open-Air Rooftop Filled with Art and Food Stalls

The greenery-filled rooftop is part of a dramatic plan to reinvent the precinct by 2021.

Check Out the Winners of 2019's Australian Interior Design Awards

A Sydney hair salon took out the top gong, while a slew of Melbourne installations, hotels and restaurants also took home awards.

Westfield Doncaster Shopping Centre Is Set to Score a $500 Million Upgrade

It'll mean an extra 43,000 square metres of retail stores, a brand new health and wellness offering, and an upgraded food precinct.

This Is What it Will Be Like to Ride Along Melbourne's First Elevated Bicycle Highway

When it opens in 2022, the 'veloway' will sit above Footscray Road as part of the West Gate Tunnel Project.

Melbourne's Footpath Kiosks Could Be Gone by the End of the Year

As part of the City of Melbourne's plan to reduce footpath congestion.

The City of Melbourne Has Announced a New Plan to Make the CBD More Pedestrian- and Bike-Friendly

The proposed strategy involves adding 50 kilometres of protected bike paths, reducing cars in Little streets and dropping speed limits.

Eight Independent and Ethical Brands You Should Know About If You Want to Shop Sustainably

From activewear made with recycled plastics to cruelty-free skincare — and you can find them all under one roof.

Apple's Controversial New Federation Square Store Has Officially Been Canned

German Supermarket Chain Kaufland Is Opening Three Huge Melbourne Stores

The retail giant has planning approval to build stores in Dandenong, Chirnside Park and Epping, with more to follow.

You Can Now (Finally) Ditch Your Physical Myki Card on Melbourne Public Transport

The Victorian Government is rolling out the new digital ticketing system to Android users this week.

Six Melbourne Design Week Events That'll Have You Thinking About How We'll Live in the Future

Symposiums, boat rides, exhibitions, and workshops — this year, the annual design festival is chock-full of events that’ll make you think twice about the future of urban living.

Collingwood Just Scored a Neon-Drenched Chapel for Raucous Vegas-Style Weddings

The Altar Electric has unveiled a new permanent home for its tradition-bucking registry-style ceremonies.

The World Heritage-Listed Royal Exhibition Building Is Reopening Its Rooftop Deck

It'll be open to the public and have 360-degree-views — just like the one it boasted back in the 1880s.

Miller Design Lab

Sky Park Is Melbourne's New Elevated Patch of Greenery Perched Above Collins Street

Frolic above the city bustle at Melbourne's brand new sky-high park.

Australia's Shiny New $20 Notes Are on Their Way to Your Wallet

The lobster has had a makeover.

Melbourne Is Set to Score a New Elevated Park as Part of the Arts Precinct's Massive Redevelopment

The first designs for the precinct — which encompasses the yet-to-be-built NGV Contemporary — have been releasedby Melbourne-based practice Hassell and New York's SO-IL.

South Yarra Will Soon Be Home to Australia's First Moxy Hotel

The youth-focused hotel by Marriott International will have 180 suites, a rooftop bar and "furiously fast, free wifi".

This Ambitious Campaign Wants Melburnians to Buy Back Federation Square to Stop Apple Moving In

It's designed to make a public statement against the controversial proposed Apple store — and it has already raised more than $200,000.

You Might Soon Be Able to Ditch Your Physical Myki Card on Melbourne Public Transport

The Victorian Government is seeking Melburnians to test out its new digital ticketing system, which sees your Myki stored on your smartphone.

This Map Shows Where the Victorian Government's Proposed Suburban Rail Loop Would Travel

The ambitious project to connect all of Melbourne's existing trail lines is hoping to get federal funding with this year's election.

Australia's Country-Wide Heatwave Continues as Cities Hit Record-Breaking Temperatures

Air-conditioning is your friend this week.

Living Coral Is Pantone's 'Life-Affirming' 2019 Colour of the Year

Will this soothing coral colour provide us with energy and comfort in the coming year?

Melbourne's CBD Could Score a Huge New Precinct with Plant-Filled Rooftops

The proposed $232 million project would see a new green precinct built between Bourke and Little Collins streets.

Amazon Has Finally Reopened Its US Site to Aussie Shoppers

Just in time for the Black Friday Sales (and Christmas).

Ten Gifts to Splash Out on for the Most Important People in Your Life

The big-ticket items for when money is no object.

Melbourne's Best New Spaces of 2018

Six of the most stunning and thought provoking new buildings, artworks and venues to arrive in Melbourne this year.

A Complete Guide to Every Gift You'll Need to Give This Year

The A to Z of Chrissy gifts.

Lego's Crowdfunded Set for Adults Could be Your Nostalgic New Way to De-Stress

The fish-themed new line encourages adults to get creative, building a koi fish or even a shark.

Australia's Most Stunning Venues Have Been Announced at the 2018 Eat Drink Design Awards

And Victoria won big, snagging five of the eight awards.

Ten Gifts Under $50 They Won't Want to Return

From beeswax wraps to bacon making kits, these pressies will put you in the good books.

The Swedish Brand Behind Those Miniature Kanken Backpacks Is Opening Its First Aussie Store

Fjallraven's Melbourne Central store will offer complimentary coffee and an extensive range of clothing and accessories for the great outdoors.

A Huge New Community Park Has Just Opened Five Minutes from Melbourne's CBD

Kirrip Park is the size of 20 netball courts and is primed for dog walking, park runs and sunny book reading.

Australia's Shiny New $50 Notes Are On Their Way to Your Wallet

The pineapple has had a makeover.