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NewsFloraly Is Delivering Its Tiny Living Christmas Trees to Your Door This Festive Season
They come with decorations and fairy lights — and they can be replanted once Christmas is over, too.
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NewsYou Can Now Send Mail Via Australia Post Using Traditional First Nations Place Names
After a campaign led by Gomeroi woman Rachael McPhail, Australia Post has outlined exactly how you can acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land your letter is being delivered to.
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NewsMarimekko Has Made Holiday Present Buying a Breeze with Its New Gift Guide
From pastel pink candleholders to snug bathrobes, Marimekko's holiday gift guide is filled with pressies to suit your partner, family and friends.
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NewsMessina Has Launched a Clothing Line If You Like Both Eating and Wearing Gelato
It isn't made from ice cream, obviously — but it does features pictures of it on t-shirts and hoodies.
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NewsVictoria Will Finally Introduce a Container Deposit Scheme So You Can Swap Your Tinnies for Cash
It looks set to launch by 2023 — and the government is asking for your feedback.
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NewsOnline Retailer Stylerunner Has Opened Its First-Ever Bricks-and-Mortar Store in Melbourne
And it's set to open two more in NSW and Queensland.
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NewsThe Best Spots for Seriously Good Gift Shopping in Melbourne
From bodegas and perfumeries to creative studios and design stores, explore Melbourne's best gift shopping spots in 2025.
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GuideThe Best Places to Buy and Order Plants in Melbourne for 2024
There's a whole world of plants out there — here's where to find them.
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GuideWhere to Shop Like a Local In and Around Melbourne CBD for 2024
Some of the best small businesses in the city can be found in the CBD's laneways, alleys and arcades.
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GuideSeven Vivid Sydney Highlights You Need to Add to Your Winter Calendar
With pop-up cabaret bars, thought-provoking conversations and free live music, the 2022 run of Vivid Sydney is set to shine bright.
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GuideMelbourne's Best Florists for Making Grand Gestures
There's nothing like a big, vibrant bunch of freshly-cut blooms to turn a frown upside down.
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NewsEight Stunning Locally Made Jigsaw Puzzles for When Boredom Strikes (Again)
Got too much time to kill? Instead of flicking on the TV, give these beautiful, brain-tickling gems a go.
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GuideThe Best New Melbourne Spaces of 2021
We've rounded up the most stunning buildings and venues unveiled in Melbourne this year.
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NewsAll the Best Australian-Made Picnic Gear for Your Next Park Session
Keep your drinks cool and your shopping local when you plan your next picnic outing.
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GuideSix of This Year's Biggest Boxing Day Sales
Score up to 70 percent off wine, cruelty-free makeup and activewear at these online sales.
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GuideSix of This Year's Biggest Black Friday Sales
Score up to 70 percent off reusable cups, homewares and sportswear at these online sales.
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NewsH&M Has Finally Launched Its Online Store in Australia and It's Offering 20-Percent Discounts
You can now peruse and purchase the Swedish retail giant's range of women's, men's and kids' clothing via its website and app.
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NewsWipe That Has Launched a Gucci-Inspired, Eco-Friendly Toilet Paper for the Holiday Season
Your next loo roll could also be a fashion statement — and help save the planet.
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NewsYou Can Now Search for Songs via Google Just By Humming, Whistling or Singing a Tune
It solves a problem we've all experienced: getting a ditty stuck in your head, but having absolutely no idea what it is.
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NewsMarimekko's New Homewares Collection Will Spark Some Joy in Your Everyday Life
Tableware, textiles and ceramics in prints guaranteed to boost your mood.
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NewsSix Great Beach Umbrellas for Your Shady Picnic Set-Up
Protect yourself from those UV rays with these collapsible canopies.
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NewsThis Futuristic Samsonite Backpack Lets You Controls Your Smartphone via Strap Taps
It can receive calls and text messages, sync to your navigation and music apps and even take selfies.
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NewsWhat to Expect From the New Apple iPhone 12 in Seven Water Cooler Bullet Points
This time, there are four variations to choose from, including a 5.4-inch mini.
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NewsAustralia Looks Set for a Particularly Wet Summer with an Increased Risk of Flooding
And a greater risk of tropical cyclones up north, too.
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NewsAustralia's Shiny New $100 Notes Are On Their Way to Your Wallet
It's the last of the country's banknotes to get a makeover.
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NewsVictoria Bitter and Budgy Smuggler Have Released a Range of Retro VB-Themed Swimwear
When a hard-earned thirst calls for a big cold beer by the pool, you'll now have just the swimmers for the occasion.
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NewsIKEA Is Now Selling Bucket Hats Made from the Same Material as Its Iconic Blue Shopping Bags
Snap up a one-size-fits-all Knorva hat for just $3.50.
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NewsSocial-Distancing Circles Are Coming to Parks Across Australia This Summer
New painted markers have arrived at Melbourne's Prahran Square and are on the cards for seven Sydney parks. Welcome to the future of picnicking.
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EventFree Classes for Gut Health Day at KICStudio
Fri, 29 May, 2026
KICStudio, Cremorne
From somatic flows to yoghurt bowls, treat your gut this Gut Health Day with a free session and a feel-good snack.
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EventThe Shortest Lunch 2026
Sat, 20 Jun - Sun, 21 Jun 2026
Various Yarra Valley venues, Coldstream
13 Yarra Valley wineries will host this popular weekend of tastings and food, in celebration of the winter solstice.
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EventSt Kilda Film Festival
Thu, 4 Jun - Sun, 14 Jun 2026
Various locations in St Kilda, St Kilda
Great movies come in small packages at this standout short film festival, with 190-plus titles screening across 11 days in 2026.
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EventDiscoteca Italiana at Melbourne Museum
Sat, 6 Jun, 2026
Melbourne Museum, Carlton
Step from centuries-old relics onto the dance floor as this one-night-only Italo disco party combines the ancient world and after-dark fun.
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EventBring a Friend for Free at Peninsula Hot Springs
Fri, 1 May - Fri, 29 May 2026
Peninsula Hot Springs, Fingal
Book in a midweek chill, as this month-long promotion offers a two-for-one soak for you and a bestie.
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EventIndependent Music Exchange at Northcote Town Hall
Sat, 6 Jun - Sun, 7 Jun 2026
Northcote Town Hall, Northcote
Celebrate independent music as label founders and crate diggers come together to champion physical media and share community-driven knowledge.
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EventSorrento Solstice Festival
Sat, 20 Jun - Sun, 21 Jun 2026
Various locations in Sorrento, Sorrento
Celebrating, not hiding away from the year's shortest days, this emerging solstice festival offers firelight by the ocean.
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EventBook Doof — A Reading Rave at Revolver
Sat, 30 May, 2026
Revolver Upstairs, Prahran
Transforming the dance floor into a cosy book-lovers' den, this community-driven reading event is raising funds for Indigenous literacy.
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EventVera Blue x Melbourne Symphony Orchestra: Orchestral Veil
Sat, 11 Jul, 2026
Hamer Hall, Southbank
The groundbreaking Australian artist is once again reimagining her music with Victoria's top orchestra this July.
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Event'Body Worlds: The Anatomy of Happiness'
Sat, 28 Mar - Sun, 26 Jul 2026
The District Docklands, Docklands
If you’ve ever wondered what’s really going on beneath the surface, this confronting exhibition uses real preserved human bodies to explore anatomy and emotion.
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NewsFive Everyday Changes to Make If You Consider Yourself an Animal Lover
Big fan of four-legged friends? Here's a handful ways you can look after them — and yourself.
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NewsSister of Soul Has Unveiled Plans to Transform Parking Spaces Into Curbside Dining
With room for 50 diners, the council-approved parklet will free up footpath space and increase the restaurant's capacity.
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NewsSeven Ways to Spend Your Money Wisely If You Want to Put Local Business First
Order plant babies, coffee beans or merch to help support these small businesses across Australia.
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FeatureBack to Business
We've spoken with Aussie business owners to find out how they've adapted in uncertain times to stay afloat — and even thrive — in 2020.
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NewsSnake Plants and Devil's Ivy: How This Gold Coast Nursery Continued to Grow During Lockdown
People were buying plants in volumes usually only seen at Christmas.
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NewsA 70s-Glam Ovolo Hotel Is Opening in South Yarra for Future Staycations with Your Four-Legged Friend
The dog-friendly hotel is expected to open in early 2021.
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NewsChair-Dancing, Online Vinyl Sales and Community: How Cottonmouth Records is Surviving 2020
"Our reward is people coming in and enjoying our venue."
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NewsSix Ways You Can Bring Pop Art Into Your Home to Brighten Up Your Life
Add a pop of colour with these pop art-themed homewares.
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NewsA Multimillion-Dollar Makeover Has Been Proposed for Suburban Icon Northcote Plaza
LAS Group's plans for the site include six new buildings, new residential and retail offerings, and a bike-friendly plaza.
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NewsHow Tripod Coffee Is Combating Climate Change with Compostable Coffee Pods
Make your morning caffeine routine count.
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NewsFour Life-Changing Lessons in Resilience Learned By Local Businesses This Year
There's no doubt Australia's hospo industry is a resilient bunch. So what can we learn from 2020 so far?
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NewsFive Ways These Aussies Changed Their Businesses to Thrive in Lockdown and Beyond
"We've learnt not to take anything for granted."
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NewsThe Iconic Has Launched an Outlet Site with Discounts Starting at 50 Percent Off
With clothes and shoes for as little as $10.
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NewsIKEA and Lego Are Releasing a Collection of Storage Boxes That You Can Play With
You'll be able to use them to store your bricks — and to build with them.
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NewsGreat Wrap Is the New Alternative to Cling Wrap You Can Throw In Your Compost Bin
It's made from plant-based materials and breaks down in less than 180 days — faster than an orange peel.
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NewsOne Less Bottle Is the Refill Station for Household Cleaning Products That's Helping Nix Plastic Waste
BYO container to fill up with dishwashing soap, surface spray and laundry detergent.
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NewsSeven Father's Day Gifts to Buy If Your Dad's Home Bar Is His Pride and Joy
Take your dad's home bar from lame to legendary.
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NewsFederation Square Is Set to Receive a $20 Million Makeover
It'll gain a new Regional Experience Centre, which'll highlight and showcase the state's food, wine, music and culture.
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NewsYou Can Go the Extra Mile for Dad This Father's Day with a Gift from Swanky Luggage Brand July
Grab a travel bag for dad and get complimentary personalisation, a free key organiser and free shipping to boot.
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NewsCritterpedia Is the New Animal-Identifying App That Works Like Shazam for Aussie Snakes and Spiders
Once launched, it'll be able to classify native creepy crawlies with just a snap of your camera.
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NewsYou Can Now Buy Pillows and Blankets Emblazoned with Chief Health Officer Brett Sutton's Face
A Melbourne artist is paying homage to Victoria's new heartthrob with a range of homewares.
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NewsCameras That Catch You Using Your Phone While Driving Are Coming to Victorian Roads
The cameras are being tested on metropolitan and regional roads for three months.
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NewsMelbourne's Cult Favourite Tram Seat-Inspired Socks Are Back in Stock
Get your PT fix by dressing up your toes in that iconic green print.
