Wes Anderson Has Curated His First Art Exhibition, and It Opens Next Month

Along with partner Juman Malouf, the 'Isle of Dogs' director is overseeing an art exhibition for Vienna's Kunsthistorisches Museum.

Europe Is Set to Do the World's Oceans a Solid By Banning Several Single-Use Plastic Items

The EU is planning to phase out plastic cutlery, plates, stirrers and straws, as well as cotton buds and balloon sticks, by 2021.

Four Pillars Is About to Release Its 2018 Christmas Gin So You Can Get Drunk on Pudding with Nan

The annual release sees Christmas puddings distilled with spicy botanicals to create a truly festive tipple.

Six Alternative Ideas to Help You Get Out of Town Over New Year's Eve

If you don't feel like joining the crowds in the city or sweating it out at a festival this year, ring in 2019 from Tassie, a yoga treehouse or a secluded west coast beach.

Chacho's Is Windsor's Fun New Mexican-Inspired Pizzeria and Tequila Bar

It's pairing agave with untraditional pizza toppings like corn chips, mole and pork crackling.

The Best Bars in Brunswick

From karaoke joints and Afro jazz haunts to cosy aperitivo bars and quiet cocktail dens, here's where to drink on Lygon Street and Sydney Road.

Melbourne Zoo Has Unveiled Its Full 2019 Twilight Gig Program

Summer is officially around the corner (and so is Cat Power, Marlon Williams and The Internet).

Piccolina Gelateria Has Opened a Neat New Italian Ice Cream Shop in St Kilda

The beachside store boasts 20 flavours and a chocolate fountain pouring house-made Nutella all day long.

The Calile Is Fortitude Valley's New Resort-Style Hotel with Cabanas, Poolside Dining and an All-Day Bar

The new 175-room spot is calling itself 'Australia's first urban resort'.

A Union Rally of 150,000 Protestors Expected to Shutdown Melbourne's CBD This Morning

There'll be a slew of road closures and limited trams from 9.30am during the Australian Council of Trade Unions' Change the Rules rally

Melbourne Airport Could Score a New Rooftop Bar and Restaurant as Part of Its $500 Million Makeover

Along with 30 new shops, lounges and a 464-room hotel.

400 Gradi Is Launching Its New Yarra Valley Digs with a Weekend of Free Pizza

The pizzeria's new site will open in partnership with — and within — the Rochford Wines Yarra Valley estate.

Australia's Huge National R&B Tour Is Getting a Star-Studded After Party

Lil Jon, Estelle, Fatman Scoop and Ginuwine will all do double duty after the main shows.

Melbourne Central's New Rooftop Pool Club and Bar Will Open Next Week

And the new Reunion Island Pool Club is now taking private bookings.

Banksy's New Video Takes You Behind the Scenes During the 'Girl with Balloon' Shredding Stunt

"In rehearsals it worked every time."

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

The pineapple has had a makeover.

Nigella Lawson Is Coming Back to Australia to Talk All Things Food

The celebrity chef will return in early 2019 for her new interactive conversation series, An Evening with Nigella Lawson.

A Big Chunk of St Kilda Road Could Soon Be Turned Into Bike Lanes

If re-elected, the Victorian Labor Government wants to increase cyclist safety by installing two new bike lanes along the busy strip

Six Game-Changing Victorian Distilleries You May Not Have Heard Of (Yet)

Two New Streaming Services Are About to Launch Down Under — and One Is Dedicated to Horror

Shudder and Sundance Now are expected to launch in Australia and New Zealand by the end of the year.

Nick Cave Is Heading on an Intimate Solo Tour of Australia

This new show will see the Aussie music legend blend candid conversation, storytelling and piano solos.

Woodford Folk Festival Has Announced Its 2018–19 Lineup

Southeast Queensland's annual end-of-year festival returns for its whopping 33rd year.

SBS Is Opening Up Australia's 2019 Eurovision Entry to a Public Vote

There'll be a national song contest to decide who'll represent the country in the Eurovision Song Contest.

An Amy Winehouse Hologram Is Set to Tour Worldwide in 2019

It'll feature a holographic version of the late songstress crooning her hits, accompanied by a live band and on-stage singers.

This Seaside Cafe on Victoria's Phillip Island Is Being Raffled Off

Buy a $15 chocolate bar, and you could own your own cafe — and the winner will receive $10,000 as well.

A Massive Rolling Stones Exhibition Is Coming to Australia

'Exhibitionism: The Rolling Stones Exhibit' will bring more than 500 of the band's rare items — and some satisfaction — to Sydney.

Victoria Bitter Has Just Dropped a Heap of Retro Clothing and Merch

That much-loved logo is now splashed on t-shirts, jumpers, caps and stubby coolers.

Launceston's First Mona Foma Has Revealed Its Impressive and Eclectic 2019 Lineup

It has everything from real human body parts to onesie exhibitions to Courtney Barnett — and free tickets for the local Amish community.

Melbourne Could Be Getting 15 New Off-Leash Dog Parks

If re-elected, Labor will transform underused reserves in places like Knox, Boroondara, Darebin, Brimbank and Casey into enclosed dog parks.

Melbourne and Sydney Have Both Been Named in the Top Ten Best Cities in the World

Melbourne came in at number three — and Sydney at number six — in Condé Nast Traveler's annual Readers' Choice Awards.

This Is What Melbourne's Newest Inner-City Suburb Fishermans Bend Will Look Like in 2050

The Andrews Government has released a new framework for the urban renewal of the area.

The Twelve Most Impressive Art Galleries in Regional Australia

From country Victoria to the WA coast to the Tiwi Islands, these galleries house homegrown and Indigenous art collections worth planning a whole weekend around.

Belles Hot Chicken Has Brought Chicken Nuggets and Extra Spice to Its First Melbourne CBD Store

Belles' bite-sized chicken pieces are only available at its new Elizabeth Street digs.

Sweden Is Getting a Museum Dedicated to Disgusting Foods

Jell-o salad, mouse wine, Sardinian maggot-infested cheese and even Vegemite rank among the museum's exhibits.

Barista by Vue Is Shannon Bennett's New Melbourne CBD Coffee Spot

As well as serving up salads, sandwiches and pastries, it'll feature a coffee cup exchange.

You'll Soon Be Able to Snorkel Through Underwater Art in the Whitsundays

After a trial featuring four sculptures, six artists will create underwater artwork for the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park.

'What We Do in the Shadows' TV Spinoff 'Wellington Paranormal' Is Returning for an Extended Second Season

"Think Mulder & Scully but in a country where nothing happens."

Banksy's Iconic 'Girl with Balloon' Artwork Self-Destructs Moments After Being Sold

The artist built a shredder into the painting a few years ago, "in case it was ever put up for auction".

The Victorian Government Is Launching Free Public Transport for Disadvantaged Melburnians

It's part of a year-long trial to keep fares fair and help support homeless and disadvantaged Victorians.

A Live Concert of David Attenborough's 'Blue Planet II' Is Coming to Australia

The documentary will be narrated live by Joanna Lumley and accompanied by a live orchestral score composed by Hans Zimmer.

Half Acre Is South Melbourne's New Greenhouse-Like Restaurant, Bar and Events Space

A trio of hospitality veterans has breathed new life into a dilapidated mill, creating a destination for wining, dining and partying.

Uniqlo Has Just Released a Bunch of T-Shirts Dedicated to Japan's Best Ramen Joints

The Japanese brand's new t-shirt collection references pop culture images from across the globe.