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NewsMelbourne Politicians Have Called on the Victorian Government to Allow Pill Testing
And the City of Port Phillip Council has offered (again) to play host to a state-first pill testing trial
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NewsA Masquerade Party with Acrobats and House Music Is Coming to Sydney and Melbourne
This April, German DJ Claptone's mysterious, multi-sensory show will make its third Melbourne appearance and its Sydney debut
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NewsYou Can Now Tour This Enormous David Bowie Exhibition Via Your Phone
The collection of more than 400 Bowie items has gone virtual.
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NewsThe World's First Entirely Vegan Luxury Hotel Suite Is Now Open
It's decked out in plant-based substances, fibres and surfaces — and even your room keycard is made from a natural pineapple-based material.
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NewsThis New Art Installation Is Playing Toto's 'Africa' Non-Stop in the African Desert
It's set up to play all day, every day "for all eternity".
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NewsGelatissimo's Bundaberg Ginger Beer Gelato Is Your Refreshing New Summer Dessert
The limited-edition flavour turns the classic Aussie beverage into a tangy, slightly fizzy treat.
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GuideThe Best Things to Do in Melbourne This Week
Find the best things to do in Melbourne this week, including live music, pop-ups, exhibitions, markets and must-visit spots lighting up the city right now.
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NewsA Weekender's Guide To Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale
Less than two hours from Melbourne, whisky bars, mineral baths, coastal hikes and a huge art festival await.
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GuideUnlock Indonesia: Get the Most From the Island for Less With Discounts on These Unique Experiences
From traditional rituals to sunrise hikes, these standout Indo adventures are all 10% off when you book with Visa via CP Trips.
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GuideThe Best Things to Do in Melbourne This Weekend
This weekend in Melbourne, head to the NGV for a teen-only art party, have High Cheese at the Westin or check out Lido Cinemas $5 movie tix.
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GuideThe Best Things to Do in Melbourne This September
Sip French drops at Le Grape Escape, Experience Baz Luhrmann's 'Romeo + Juliet' live and blast off into the Spacetember Film Festival.
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GuideWhere to Watch the British & Irish Lions Take On the Wallabies in Melbourne
After more than a decade, the British & Irish Lions are back in town, ready to face the old foe. These Melbourne pubs are showing all the action and more.
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NewsThe 15 Best Bathhouses In Melbourne
Never underestimate the healing power of a long, relaxing soak.
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NewsTen of the Best Walks in and Around Melbourne
Give that activewear the workout it deserves by hitting up these short hikes in and around Melbourne.
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NewsThe Best Things to Do on Anzac Day in Melbourne
Here's where to rise for the dawn service, indulge in a spot of two-up and pay your respects.
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GuideAdventure Awaits: Get Your Adrenaline Pumping on a Holiday in New Zealand
For thrill-seekers and adrenaline junkies, New Zealand is one big, limitless adventure park.
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NewsBanksy's Shredded 'Girl with Balloon' Painting Is Going on Display to the Public
Now retitled 'Love is in the Bin', it'll be on show for free for four weeks in Germany.
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NewsThe Action-Packed First Trailer for 'John Wick: Chapter 3' Is Here
Everyone's favourite assassin (and dog owner) returns in the third film in the franchise.
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NewsAustralia's Outdoor Bed Cinema Is Embarking on Its First National Tour
After four seasons in Sydney, the 150-bed movie theatre will make its debut in Brisbane, Perth and Melbourne later this year.
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NewsPrahran's The Smith Will Soon Be Home to a Bottomless Prosecco Fountain
You will soon be able to drink unlimited sparkling and spritzes from a lion-clad fountain every Sunday.
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NewsSouth Melbourne Fine Diner Lume Has Launched Into 2019 with a New Chef and Menu
Head chef and co-owner Shaun Quade has handed over the reigns to John Rivera, who's changed up the menu for the new year.
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NewsUS Bakery Chain Cinnabon Is Bringing Its Sticky Scrolls to Australia
The first two outposts will open in Queensland later this year, with many more to follow in other states.
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NewsAll Sorts Is Melbourne's New Daytime Beach Party from the Organisers of Beyond The Valley
The inclusive summer festival features cabaret, drag and a music lineup headlined by Seth Troxler.
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NewsAustralia's Country-Wide Heatwave Continues as Cities Hit Record-Breaking Temperatures
Air-conditioning is your friend this week.
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NewsNetflix Is Bringing the 'Dirty John' TV Series to Your Streaming Queue for Valentine's Day
True crime, conmen, internet dating and Eric Bana — perfect fodder for February 14.
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NewsMalatang Masters Dragon Hot Pot Have Opened Two New Melbourne Restaurants
Where you can create your own mega hot pot with over 100 ingredients and five styles of broth.
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NewsMelbourne Cafe Favourite Pope Joan Is Reopening in the CBD
Matt Wilkinson's much-loved cafe is returning for a two-month pop-up on Collins Street.
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EventRooftop Racquet Club at QT Melbourne
Thu, 8 Jan - Sun, 1 Mar 2026
QT Melbourne, Melbourne
Keep an ace up your sleeve this summer, as this glamorous hotel serves up a rooftop pickleball court, signature cocktails and late-night DJs.
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EventSummer Under The Roof: Quealy Winemakers and D.O.C Gastronomia Mornington
Sat, 27 Dec 2025 - Sun, 25 Jan 2026
Quealy Winemakers, Balnarring
Fill your weekends with award-winning wine and top-quality pizza, as this vine-side collaboration takes over summer with culinary goodness.
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EventDome Under Fulldome Festival
Fri, 30 Jan - Sun, 1 Feb 2026
Scienceworks, Spotswood
Head to Melbourne Planetarium to see 39 films from around the world at Australia's only fulldome film festival.
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EventLibrary on the Lawn: Kids Festival at State Library Victoria
Multiple single dates
State Library of Victoria, Melbourne
Add more reading time and kid-friendly entertainment to your summer holidays schedule, from storytime sessions to scavenger hunts.
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EventChristmas Sculpture and Qris Qringle at QV Melbourne
Wed, 26 Nov 2025 - Tue, 6 Jan 2026
QV Melbourne, Melbourne
Christmas has arrived at QV Melbourne, featuring a towering festive sculpture and mystery Qris Qringle giveaway loaded with daily prizes.
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EventThe Royal Family Dance Crew Presents 'Defend the Throne'
Wed, 27 May - Sun, 7 Jun 2026
Hamer Hall, Southbank
Global street-dance icons The Royal Family Dance Crew will headline RISING 2026 with 'Defend the Throne,' a high-energy showcase blending 14 years of their most iconic choreography with brand-new work ...
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EventSummer Music Series at Mr Mills
Multiple single dates
Mr Mills, Melbourne
Step into this chic late-night basement bar, where high-energy DJs will groove through the early hours all summer long.
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EventMidsumma Festival 2026
Sun, 18 Jan 2026 - Tue, 30 Dec 2025
Various Melbourne locations, Melbourne
Victoria's major LGBTQIA+ arts and cultural celebration is back, delivering over 250 events that champion queer creativity and community.
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EventLu-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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EventCarlsberg Beach Club
Fri, 19 Dec 2025 - Thu, 29 Jan 2026
Frankston Waterfront, Frankston
Get ready for European holiday vibes, sunset sessions, and free live music just 45 minutes from Melbourne.
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NewsVictoria's $1.5 Billion New Wind Farm Could Supply Ten Percent of the State's Energy
The 17,000-hectare Golden Plains Wind Farm has just been given planning approval by the Victorian Government.
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NewsAustralia Is Set to Sweat Through a Country-Wide Heatwave This Week
Every state and territory will be affected
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NewsCheck Out the Trailer for Jake Gyllenhaal's Savage New Horror Movie Set in the Art World
Velvet Buzzsaw reunites the actor with 'Nightcrawler' director Dan Gilroy — and it's headed to Netflix straight from its Sundance premiere.
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NewsThis Airline Has Created a Cookbook Based On Its In-Flight Meals
Recreate United Airlines' sky-high culinary creations in your own kitchen.
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NewsNew York Is Getting an Adorable New Museum Dedicated to Dogs
It'll showcase doggo-centric art, feature a library about pooches and hold 'guest dog of the week' sessions.
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NewsMoonlight Cinema Has Unveiled the Second Part of Its 2019 Summer Lineup
With recent favourites, beloved retro titles and sneak peeks of upcoming flicks.
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NewsAnother Teaser Has Dropped for the US TV Remake of 'What We Do in the Shadows'
Ten episodes will hit US screens in March.
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NewsWhere to Eat If You're in Melbourne for the Australian Open
Whether you're looking for snack before the coin toss or a meal after the game, you'll likely be hot and hungry — so here's where you can get some nosh in and around Rod Laver Arena.
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NewsGelato Messina Has Released a Limited-Edition Line of Gourmet Drumsticks
You'll find them at supermarkets, convenience stories and petrol stations around the country.
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NewsPretty Boy Is Melbourne's New Steak and Pasta Joint Inspired by New York Steakhouses
It's just opened on Little Lonsdale Street alongside a new cocktail spot, Floyd's Bar.
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NewsLorne Is Now Home to MoVida's First Out-of-Town Beachside Restaurant
The Spanish-inspired coastal outpost boasts a seafood-driven menu, an onsite providore and top-notch ocean views.
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NewsYou'll Soon Be Able to Sail on the World's First Cruise Ship with an Onboard Roller Coaster
Soar through twists, turns and drops while you're sailing the seas.
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NewsQantas Has Been Named the World's Safest Airline for 2019
Virgin Australia and Air New Zealand also made the top 20.
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NewsMelbourne Has Been Sweating Through Its Hottest Day in Five Years
The mercury hit 42.6 in Melbourne — and more than 46 degrees in regional areas.
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NewsMelbourne's First Outdoor Heated Wave Pool Is Now Open
Splash about in the state's largest pool of its kind, or laze around on a sun lounger by the water.
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News'The Notebook' Is Being Turned Into a Stage Musical
Nicholas Sparks' famous romantic drama is headed to Broadway — and they should probably just hand out tissues with every ticket.
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NewsA Huge Exhibition Dedicated to NASA's Space Travel Efforts Is Coming to Australia
'NASA – A Human Adventure' will display at Brisbane's Queensland Museum from March.
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NewsThis Airline Is Set to Become the World's First Plastic-Free Carrier
Portuguese carrier Hi Fly has conducted a world-first trial, preventing 350kg of single-use plastics from making their way to landfill.
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NewsTame Impala and Childish Gambino Lead Coachella's Huge 2019 Lineup
Start saving for that airfare.
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NewsHot Cross Bun Ice Cream Is Your New Go-To Dessert From Now Until Easter
The limited-edition sweet treat features raisins, Australian cream and a ripple of flavour that tastes like hot cross buns.
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NewsOne of the Retro Video Games From 'Black Mirror: Bandersnatch' Is Available to Play Right Now
You've played your way through the movie — now play one of 'Bandersnatch's retro video games.
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NewsMyki Fares Have Just Had Another Price Hike
Public Transport Victoria has increased prices by 2.2 percent.
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News
Melbourne Is Set to Swelter Through Its First Scorcher of 2019
After a mild start to the year, Friday is set to sizzle.
