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NewsFlinders Island Is Getting Its First Food and Crayfish Festival
Longsong chef David Moyle will lead the charge, celebrating the wealth of fresh produce and ingredients available on the island
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GuideSix Beer Gardens in Melbourne's Inner North You May Not Know About
Spend the long summer days outdoors — with a beer in hand.
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NewsThis New Documentary Investigates Sydney's Nightlife in Light of the Lockout Laws
The doco speaks to prominent local and international figures to investigate the effects of the NSW Government's laws and pose alternative solutions to them.
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NewsOne of Sydney's Longest-Running Italian Institutions Is Expanding to Melbourne and the Gold Coast
After 50 years in Darlinghurst, Bill & Toni's is heading interstate for the first time.
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NewsGalah Is Windsor's New Aussie-Themed Cocktail Bar
Celebrating top local produce and whipping up cocktails crafted with native ingredients.
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GuideThe Best Pubs in Melbourne
These institutions have stood the test of time, serving pints and parmas to their devoted regulars for longer than anyone can remember.
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GuideMelbourne Bars and Restaurants That Are Undeniably, Unabashedly Romantic
Low lighting, jazz playlists, opulent cocktails — these top Melbourne date spots will help you to start planning the perfect Valentine's Day.
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GuideThe Best Wine Bars in Melbourne
Considered fitouts, elevated shared plates and a uniquely curated wine offering — these are our favourite wine bars across the city.
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GuideThe Best Bars in Melbourne
Whether you're on the hunt for an extensive wine collection, a luxe date-night spot or a place to have a little boogie, these are our picks for the best bars in Melbourne.
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NewsWhere to Find the Best Matcha in Melbourne
Laced with strawberry, topped with ube cream or spiked with yuzu — however you like it, here's where to get it.
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GuideSip, Snack and Savour: These Melbourne Bars Are Pairing Haku Vodka Martinis with Rice-Inspired Bites
This winter, discover elegant Haku Vodka martinis paired with inventive snacks that celebrate Japanese rice craftsmanship.
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GuideWhere to Find the Best Coffee in Melbourne for 2025
Whether you're a coffee snob or an extra-weak latte lover, these top Melbourne coffee roasters and brewers will have what you need.
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GuideThe Best Bars in Melbourne with Beer Gardens and Boozy Courtyards for 2025
Save cosy pub corners for the depths of winter — it's time to drink a brew out in the open at these fab Melbourne beer gardens.
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GuideThe 15 Best Sports Bars and Pubs in Melbourne for 2025
These Melbourne bars and pubs play local and international sporting matches live and loud throughout the week — from AFL, NRL and cricket to soccer, tennis, boxing and basketball.
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GuideMelbourne's 20 Most Popular Bars of 2024
Sprawling breweries, neighbourhood pubs, CBD cocktail spots and cosy wine bars — they’ve all grabbed your attention so far this year.
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NewsSay Cheers to 2017's Hottest 100 Aussie Craft Beers
You've heard 2017's best songs — now drink the year's best brews.
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NewsMoleskine Has Opened Its Second Stationery-Focused Cafe In Beijing
Further sites in Hamburg, London and New York are also planned.
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NewsEmerging Craft Brewery Fury & Son Is Launching Its New Onsite Taproom
It'll pour the brewery's core range of beers, alongside seasonal releases and guest drops.
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NewsLaneway Festival to Serve Up an Affordable Gourmet Food Lineup Curated by Longsong's David Moyle
Sydneysiders and Melburnians can grab a high-end, 'chef-ified' dish with a cocktail for $25.
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NewsA New Gelato Messina Tim Tams Range Is Coming to Tempt Your Dessert-Loving Tastebuds
The food mashup that had to happen is back.
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NewsThis Melbourne Brewery Is Scooping Beer-Infused Ice Cream This Weekend
Tallboy and Moose has teamed up with Billy Van Creamy to create a range of limited edition beer ice creams and spiders.
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RestaurantYakimono
80 Collins Street, Melbourne
This colourful Chris Lucas venture features a futuristic aesthetic and a menu filled with Japanese street food that's cooked over flames.
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RestaurantGood Times
214 Saint Georges Road, Fitzroy North
A charmingly low-key joint with drawing paper on the tables and wallet-friendly negronis, wine carafes and pasta dishes for just $9 a pop.
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PubMt 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.
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RestaurantGigi's Piazza, Red Hill Estate
1208 Mornington-Flinders Road, Main Ridge
The new laidback hang-out spot is suitable for everything from first dates to family days out.
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RestaurantCrittenden Wines & Restaurant
25 Harrisons Road, Dromana
Not only has this renovation given the restaurant a new lease on life, but importantly, it has been a part of a return to its roots.
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RestaurantPunt Road Wines
12 Saint Huberts Road, Coldstream
The new cellar door cements the estate as a must-visit destination in the Yarra Valley, as visitors can experience many of the region's highlights in one convenient location.
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BarLe Bar Supper Club
12 North Concourse, Beaumaris
Raise a crystal glass to French food, fancy drinks and burlesque shows in this Beaumaris bar.
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BarHotel Mexico
238 Whitehall Street, Yarraville
Hotel Mexico is Yarraville's huge group hang spot that's made for margarita-fuelled sessions.
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BarBendigo Hotel Collingwood
125 Johnston Street, Collingwood
Collingwood's legendary live music pub The Bendigo Hotel is back in action thanks to The Mill Brewery Crew.
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BarPunters Club
376 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy
Millennials and Gen Zs might lament the loss of Kewpie, but Gen X music lovers will rejoice in seeing this old boozer return to Brunswick Street.
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NewsMuch-Loved Carlton Restaurant The Town Mouse Is Closing Permanently
The Carlton restaurant will count down its final weeks with a special four-course set menu and a clear-out of its cellar.
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NewsArchie Green Is the CBD's New Melbourne-Inspired All-Day Haunt
The laneway bar and eatery is going full 'Melbourne', with inventive cocktails, creative fare and a healthy dose of street art.
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NewsOutback Queensland's Iconic Betoota Hotel Is Set to Reopen
The town is still empty, but the beers will be flowing.
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NewsThe Roy Is Fitzroy's New Laneway Sports Bar From the Polly Team
The space behind Polly is now a laidback beer-toting bar with a big screen showing the game.
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NewsSouth Melbourne's Historic Albion Hotel Makes Its Long-Awaited Return Next Month
After burning down two years ago, the pub is set to reopen, complete with a huge new rooftop bar and a 5am weekend licence.
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NewsDomino's Pizza Will Keep Vegan Cheese on Its Menu Permanently
After a wildly successful trial run, the pizza chain has announced the vegan mozzarella is here to stay.
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EventNational Spanish Paella Day at Anada
Sat, 28 Mar - Sun, 29 Mar 2026
Añada Bar & Restaurant, Fitzroy
Expect generous pans, complimentary wine and a lively vibe that evokes the best of sun-soaked Spanish lunches.
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EventSea of Light at Abbotsford Convent
Thu, 9 Apr - Sun, 12 Apr 2026
Abbotsford Convent, Abbotsford
This April, swap screen time for something brighter as kids step into a glowing world of creativity and discovery.
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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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EventMFWF: Grana After Dark
Thu, 26 Mar - Sat, 28 Mar 2026
Grana, Brunswick East
Bringing a late-night edge to this neighbourhood deli and wine bar, this three-night affair features dimmed lights, cranked volume and a bespoke menu.
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EventMelbourne Design Week 2026
Thu, 14 May - Sun, 24 May 2026
Various Melbourne locations, Melbourne
With over 400 events to explore, the latest instalment of this design-lovers dream spans big ideas and hands-on experiences across architecture, food, fitness, tech and more.
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EventMFWF: Pizza Pronto — James Lowe at Figlia
Thu, 26 Mar, 2026
Figlia, Brunswick East
Bringing London-born pizza innovations to Lygon Street, this one-night takeover combines Michelin-led cred with crowd-pleasing slices.
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Event'The Vinyl Factory: Reverb' at Rising 2026
Fri, 22 May - Mon, 31 Aug 2026
ACMI, Melbourne
Indulge your wax obsession with this immersive vinyl-led exhibition, spanning multiple genres, continents and musical energies.
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EventAfrica Film Festival Australia
Fri, 27 Mar - Sun, 29 Mar 2026
Cinema Nova, Carlton
Carlton's Cinema Nova will host three days of award-winning African films.
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EventJackalope Cinema 2026
Sun, 1 Mar - Tue, 31 Mar 2026
Jackalope Hotel Mornington Peninsula, Merricks North
Make your Mornington Peninsula stay even more picture-perfect, with this month-long open-air cinema program.
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NewsSome Muggle Is Recreating the Great Hall for a Harry Potter-Themed Brunch
It'll just like a regular Hogwarts breakfast, only with less magic and more booze.
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NewsNeil Perry's Burger Project Is Now Putting Vegemite on Its Burgers
First it conquered dessert and now Vegemite's made its way to the grill.
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NewsKFC Cocktails Are the New Thing for People Who Like to Drink Their Gravy
The fast food chain's designed three gravy-infused cocktail recipes for fans to recreate at home, for some reason.
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GuideThe Best Aperitivo Hours in Melbourne
Most of these aperitivo specials run for way longer than an hour.
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NewsNeil Perry Has Opened a Sprawling New Two-Storey Burger Project Outpost
The Bourke Street venue features an outdoor area, a bar with a beefed-up craft beer offering and a range of limited edition burgers.
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NewsIshizuka Is Melbourne's Tiny New 16-Seat Japanese Restaurant
The eatery will specialise in a balanced kaiseki by acclaimed Japanese chef Tomotaka Ishizuka.
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New in Town: Melbourne
We've spoken to the teams behind Melbourne's most anticipated openings, so you can take a look inside before you make a booking.
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NewsTen Restaurants and Bars to Try in and Around Melbourne's Docklands
Drink, dine then digest with a stroll along the waterfront.
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NewsTen Cafes to Try in and Around Melbourne's Docklands
The top cafes dishing out the best brews, brekkies and even burgs.
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NewsTen Kid-Friendly Restaurants and Cafes in Melbourne Where You Can Eat Like a Connoisseur
Yes, we CAN have it all.
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NewsCarlton's Iconic Uni Pub the Prince Alfred Is Reopening Next Month
It'll sport a huge makeover and a new rooftop bar, courtesy of the group behind Belles Hot Chicken and Mr Burger.
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NewsAngus & Bon Is Prahran's Stylish New Steakhouse and Bottomless Brunch Spot
Plating up quality steaks and cocktail-fuelled feasts on weekends.
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NewsMassimo Bottura Has Opened an Ultra Luxurious Restaurant with Gucci
Part of Florence's brand new Gucci Garden, the 50 seater will serve globally inspired dishes from one of the world's most famous Michelin-starred chefs.
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NewsKey Tips on Opening an Attractive and Successful Cafe From the Brains Behind No. 19
It's all about good design, great people and excellent coffee.
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Domino's Taps Into the Vegan Cheap Pizza-Lover Market by Introducing Vegan Cheese
You can add vegan mozzarella to your margherita for $2.95.
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GuideThe Ten Best Waterside Bars in Melbourne
Summer calls for spritzes by St Kilda Beach and a few cold ones on the banks of the Yarra.
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NewsFootscray Bar Mr West Has Opened the Doors to Its Craft-Focused Onsite Bottleshop
It's stocked with a huge selection of craft beers, natural wines and local artisan spirits.
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NewsFood Artists Bompas & Parr Have Predicted Seven Food Trends for 2018
Including meals enhanced by virtual reality, and eating dishes purely because they'll help you sleep.
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NewsAlcohol Might Be Banned From the St Kilda Beach Foreshore
After 5000 people partied in the area on Christmas day, the City of Port Phillip council is considering other measures.
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NewsThe Most Memorable Things We Ate in Australia in 2017
The standout dishes we're still thinking about — even months down the track.
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NewsSt Kilda's Village Belle Hotel Has Reopened After a $15 Million Revamp
With four new bars and a sustainable-focused menu.
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GuideMelbourne's Most Popular Restaurants of 2017
The new openings and old favourites you flocked to this year.
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GuideMelbourne's Most Popular Bars of 2017
The rooftop bars, themed hangouts, old-school pubs and cosy courtyards you flocked to this year.
