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NewsMelburnians Will Be Able to Exercise for Longer and Travel Ten Kilometres From Around September 23
Once 70 percent of Victorians have had their first COVID-19 vaccination, the state government will start to relax some lockdown restrictions.
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NewsMelbourne's Current Lockdown Rules Are Staying Until 70 Percent of the State Has Had One Jab
It's expected that the vaccine threshold will be met on or around Thursday, September 23.
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NewsRoll Up, Roll Up: A Guide to Booking Your COVID-19 Vaccination in Melbourne
COVID-19 vaccinations are now open to Victorians under 40 — here's how you can get booking.
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NewsVictoria's Current Lockdown Won't Be Ending on September 2 Due to High COVID-19 Case Numbers
"With almost 100 cases today — where many of them remain mysteries, many of them were out in the community during their infectious period — it is not going to be possible for us to be able to open up our Victorian community in just a few days time," said Premier Daniel Andrews.
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Victoria Is Opening Up the Pfizer Vaccination to Under 40s From August 25
From tomorrow, people aged between 16–39 will be able to book in to get the Pfizer jab — and if you already have an AstraZeneca appointment, you'll be given the choice to switch.
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NewsRegional Victoria Is Going Back Into Lockdown Due to Rising COVID-19 Case Numbers
With new COVID-19 cases identified in regional Victoria in recent days, the rest of the state will join Melbourne in lockdown from 1pm today.
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NewsNine Non-Boring Self-Care Ideas to Make Isolation More Bearable
Whether you've got the 'vid or have been touched by the close-contact fairy, prioritise yourself during iso with these self-care ideas.
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The Pfizer Vaccine Will Be Rolled Out to Australians Under 40 From August 30
Every Aussie aged between 16–40 will finally be eligible to roll up their sleeves for the Pfizer jab as part of Australia's vaccination campaign.
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NewsHere's What You Can and Can't Do in Melbourne During the City's Sixth Lockdown
This is what you need to know during Victoria's latest lockdown, which is currently due to run until at least 11.59pm on Thursday, September 2.
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NewsMelburnians Are No Longer Allowed to Remove Their Face Masks to Drink Alcohol in Public
The city's mask rules have been tightened following large outdoor gatherings and outdoor venue crawls during lockdown.
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NewsMelbourne's Lockdown Is Being Extended for Another Fortnight and a Nighttime Curfew Will Apply
Stay-at-home conditions will now remain in place until at least 11.59pm on Thursday, September 2, and Melburnians will only be allowed to leave their houses between 5am-9pm.
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NewsThe City of Melbourne Is Giving Away $100,000 in Prizes to Vaccinated Melburnians
$5000 staycation experience packages and $1000 shopping vouchers are up for grabs for eight weeks.
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Melbourne Will Remain in Its Current Lockdown for a Second Week
The city will remain under its current stay-at-home conditions until 11.59pm on Thursday, August 19.
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NewsThe Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine Has Just Been Approved for Use in Australia
Ten million doses will join Australia's vaccine rollout in 2021, joining the AstraZeneca and Pfizer jabs.
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NewsRegional Areas Will Be Released From Victoria's Latest Lockdown at Midnight Tonight
With no new COVID-19 cases identified in regional Victoria, these areas will exit lockdown early — but Melbourne's stay-at-home conditions will remain in place.
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NewsVictoria Has Opened Up the AstraZeneca Jab to Under 40s and Launched a Drive-Thru Vaccination Hub
You can now drive up to get vaxxed at the former Bunnings in Melton — and anyone aged 18–39 can roll up their sleeves at a state-run vaccination centre, too.
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NewsMelbourne Airport and Highpoint Shopping Centre Have Rejoined Victoria's Exposure Sites List
The state's rapidly growing rundown of sites visited by folks with COVID-19 now lists 84 places.
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NewsHere's How to Measure What Is Five Kilometres From Your Home During Victoria's Lockdown
New seven-day restrictions limit grocery shopping and exercise to within five kilometres of home for all Victorians.
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NewsVictoria Is Going Into Another Seven-Day Snap Lockdown From 8pm Tonight
It's Melbourne's sixth lockdown, and it'll run until at least 8pm on Thursday, August 12.
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EventCoburg Night Market 2025
Thu, 11 Dec 2025, Fri, 12 Dec 2025 and Sat, 13 Dec 2025
Bridges Reserve Coburg, Coburg
This much-loved night market returns to Melbourne's north, bringing three nights of live music, food trucks, artisan stalls and family-friendly activities.
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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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EventSalomon x BTV Run Club
Sat, 6 Dec and Sat, 13 Dec 2025
Albert Park, Albert Park
Everyone is invited on two runs in Albert Park, plus a daily run club bringing wholesome mornings to the four-day festival at Barunah Plains.
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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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EventCreator Summit: Powered by Fujifilm
Sat, 9 May, 2026
The Timber Yard, Port Melbourne
Following a sold-out Sydney edition, this hands-on photography festival is headed to Melbourne, jam-packed with lens-based creative encounters.
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EventVinnies Fitzroy Good Gift Pop-Up Market
Mon, 10 Nov - Wed, 24 Dec 2025
Vinnies Fitzroy, Fitzroy
Save cash, reduce your environmental impact and give back to the community, as this curated pop-up market offers stellar pre-loved Christmas shopping.
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EventDay Pool Pass at Vibe Hotel Melbourne Docklands
Thu, 13 Nov 2025 - Sat, 28 Feb 2026
Vibe Hotel Melbourne Docklands, Docklands
Ramp up the summer vibes, as non-guests are invited to swim and sip alongside this hotel's seventh-floor pool complete with stellar skyline views.
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NewsHere's What You Can and Can't Do in Victoria Now That the Latest Lockdown Has Ended
The rules have changed after Victoria's latest lockdown, but where exactly can you go and what can you do? We've broken it down.
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NewsVictorians Are Still Required to Wear Masks Both Indoors and Outside After Lockdown Ends
Victoria is coming out of lockdown after almost two weeks, but mask rules aren't changing.
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NewsVictoria's Lockdown Is Ending But New Venue and Gathering Restrictions Will Be in Effect
A range of familiar rules will be put in place, including a continued ban on having visitors to your house, a ten-person gathering cap outdoors, and density limits for hospitality and retail businesses.
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NewsAll the Ways to Apply for Financial Support If You're Struggling During Lockdown
The government has announced a bunch of new support programs — here's what you need to know.
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NewsAnyone Who Visited Prahran Market During an Almost Two-Hour Period Must Now Self-Isolate
The inner south spot has just been added to Victoria's now 385-venue list of exposure sites.
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NewsA Letter From Concrete Playground's Editors
This is your spot for feel-good stories, COVID-safe recommendations and informative news — without the doomsday spin.
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NewsVictoria Will Remain in Lockdown for Another Week
The entire state will remain under its current stay-at-home conditions until midnight on Tuesday, July 27.
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NewsSouth Melbourne Market Is Back on Victoria's Now 320-Venue List of Exposure Sites
The list has expanded rapidly over the past few days as case numbers grow during the state's latest outbreak.
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NewsVictoria's Current COVID-19 Lockdown Will Be Extended Beyond Its Initial Five-Day Period
Premier Daniel Andrews has announced that the current lockdown won't be able to end on Tuesday, July 20 as originally planned.
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NewsQueensland Has Declared Victoria a COVID-19 Hotspot and Will Close Its Borders Again
Victoria currently has 34 active COVID-19 cases, and will go into lockdown from 11.59pm tonight.
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NewsStuff Is the Melbourne-Based Personal Care Brand Promoting Healthy Masculinity
Treat yourself to some feel-good skincare items with free shipping.
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NewsFace Masks Have Become Mandatory Again Indoors and Outside Throughout Victoria
You'll need to wear one whenever you leave the house during the state's five-day circuit-breaker lockdown.
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NewsChadstone and the Wallabies Game at AAMI Park Have Joined Victoria's Now 125-Venue Exposure Site List
Positive cases visited both venues, as Victoria's list of places attended by folks with COVID-19 continues to grow.
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NewsVictoria Is Going Into Another Five-Day Snap Lockdown From Midnight Tonight
With new COVID-19 cases identified in Melbourne, the entire state will go into its fifth lockdown until 11.59pm on Tuesday, July 20.
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Victorians Are Once Again Required to Wear Face Masks in Indoor Settings
You also need to wear them outside if you can't social distance.
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NewsMelburnians Who Visited the MCG and Highpoint Shopping Centre May Need to Get Tested
More than a month after its last lockdown, the city's list of exposure sites is growing again.
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Melbourne's Indoor Mask Rules Are Changing Again for the Next Fortnight
Melburnians will no longer have to wear masks at work if you're not in a public-facing setting.
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NewsMelbourne's Venue Restrictions Will Ease Again and Dance Floors Will Be Allowed From July 9
At-home gathering caps aren't changing for the next fortnight, but you'll still be able to spend time in more places with more people.
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NewsVictoria Has Recorded Seven Consecutive Days of Zero Locally Acquired COVID-19 Cases
Just weeks after Melbourne emerged from its latest lockdown, the entire state of Victoria has notched up a whole week without local COVID-19 cases.
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All Australian Adults Regardless of Their Age Can Now Get the AstraZeneca Vaccine
Keen to get the jab ASAP? You can now go to your GP and request the AstraZeneca vaccine — even if you're under 40.
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NewsQueensland and Victoria Are Closing Their Borders to All of Greater Sydney
Initially, the two states only shut their borders to seven Sydney Local Government Areas; however, the border closure is now extending to the entire Greater Sydney region.
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NewsMelbourne's Gathering and Venue Restrictions Are Easing Even Further From Tomorrow Night
You'll be able to have 15 people over to your home, and gather outdoors with 50 people.
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NewsQueensland and Victoria Are Closing Their Borders to Seven Sydney Local Government Areas
Both states are closing their borders to the City of Sydney, Waverley, Woollahra, Bayside, Canada Bay, Inner West and Randwick LGAS in response to Sydney's current COVID-19 outbreak.
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NewsHigh-End Fitness Brand Peloton Has Started Streaming Its Instructor-Led Workouts in Australia
Its pricey bikes will launch here in July, too.
