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GuideMelbourne's Best Ice Rinks (and Slides) to Spin and Skate Around This Winter
The time for ice skating and basking in the wintry weather is here.
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NewsFive Out-of-Town Dates to Plan This Winter on the Mornington Peninsula
This coastal region has sculpture gardens on vineyards, walks through rugged landscapes and, of course, plenty of pinot.
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NewsFive Key Skills You Should Master for Your Job
Chance favours the prepared mind. Here's how to prep.
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NewsYou'll Be Able to Indulge Your Love of Marvel at a Theme Park From 2020
With 'Spider-Man' and 'Guardians of the Galaxy' rides, a microbrewery and a huge merchandise store.
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NewsYou Can Now Buy Britain's Notorious (and Supposedly Haunted) Medieval Witch Prison
In the 16th century, The Cage in St-Osyth was used to house 13 women accused of witchcraft while they were awaiting trial.
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NewsWhere to Find the Cosiest Stays, Red Wine and Fireplaces around Regional Victoria for Maximum Hygge
Winter is made for creating cosy moments — and these spots will help you do it best.
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GuideThe Best Things to Do in Melbourne This Weekend
This weekend, you can join a huge Lunar New Year block party, watch films under the stars and purchase works from emerging artists.
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GuideThe Best Things to Do in Melbourne This February
Here's your guide to filling this month with all the best food, drink, films, live music, pop-ups and activations Melbourne has to offer.
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GuideThe Best Things to Do in Melbourne This Week
This week in Melbourne, you can treat yourself to a free wine tasting, check out the immersive Van Gogh exhibit and get a good belly laugh at drag queen legend Bianca Del Rio’s comedy show.
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NewsThe Five Best Rivers for Swimming In Near Melbourne
Skip the overcrowded sands of Melbourne's beaches in favour of floating upstream at these Victorian rivers.
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NewsFive Epic Multi-Day Hikes to Conquer Near Melbourne
Walk your way through the most beautiful parts of Victoria (while staying at remote campgrounds) during these multi-day hikes near Melbourne.
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NewsThe 11 Best Swimming Holes Near Melbourne
Don't stick to the rivers and the lakes that you're used to — check out these fab swim spots just a few hours' drive from Melbourne.
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NewsThe Best Outdoor Swimming Pools in Melbourne
Melbourne's best outdoor swimming pools cater to athletes, casual summertime swimmers and those just looking to cool off during extra-hot days.
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NewsSix Alternative Things to Do on Christmas Day in Melbourne
Contrary to popular belief, the city keeps on turning on Christmas Day — if you're not otherwise engaged, go see a movie, grab a free beer, have a bowl of noodles or picnic in a park.
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NewsThe 16 Best Day Spas in Melbourne
Treat yourself to a Japanese-style massage, a bath overlooking the city or an incredibly opulent treatment paired with bottomless champagne at Melbourne's best day spas.
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GuideFrom Concerts to Cricket: Here Are the Unmissable Events in Melbourne This Summer
Embrace Melbourne's summer with a mix of stage shows, food festivals, sports and sunny adventures.
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NewsThe Go-To Gin Guide to Winter in Melbourne
Even as the winter chill sets in, there are plenty of reasons to get out and about (with a gin in hand) this season.
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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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NewsYou Can Now Head to a Galaxy Far, Far Away at Disney's First 'Star Wars' Theme Park Zone
Disneyland's Galaxy's Edge has thrown open its intergalactic doors, with another set to launch at Disney World in August.
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NewsMelbourne Is Currently Shivering Through Its Coldest May Day in Seven Years
Blizzards, thunderstorms and damaging winds are also expected across the state.
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NewsA Wine Lover's Guide to Waiheke
Discover all the top drops, food and sights that this island region has on offer.
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NewsA Wine Lover's Guide to Matakana
Journey north on your next stay in Auckland to discover wineries filled with quirky sculptures, rare wine varietals and award-winning restaurants.
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NewsA Wine Lover's Guide to Kumeu
On your next short break in Auckland, dedicate a day to visiting these nearby first-class wineries.
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NewsA 300-Metre-Long Inflatable Obstacle Course for Adults Is Coming to Australia
The Beast is set to take over Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth in summer 2020.
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NewsFive Ways to Avoid Going into Full Hibernation This Winter
Stave off the cold-weather slump with some city adventures.
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NewsBrewDog's Suitably Boozy Craft Beer Airline Is Hitting the Skies Again
Yes, it's all about drinking craft brews at 30,000 feet — again.
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NewsWhat to Expect at This Upcoming Food and Wine Soiree Held in a Wildlife Sanctuary
A wine festival that's a little wilder.
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EventDome Under Fulldome Festival
Fri, 31 Jan - Sun, 2 Feb 2025
Scienceworks, Spotswood
Head to Melbourne Planetarium to see 32 films from 15 countries at Australia's only fulldome film festival.
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EventIce Cream Festival
Wed, 12 Feb - Sun, 23 Feb 2025
Various locations around Victoria, Melbourne
12 days. 144 flavours. Three venues. Many a brain freeze.
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EventThe Chinatown Precinct's Lunar New Year Block Party
Sun, 2 Feb, 2025
Chinatown Melbourne, Melbourne
Ring in the Year of the Snake with food stalls, local restaurant dining deals, cultural performances, a dragon parade, blessings, live music, a kids' area (with face-painting and craft classes) and a ...
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EventLe Bon Ton's Superbowl Party
Mon, 10 Feb, 2025
Le Bon Ton, Collingwood
Pair your Superbowl watching with hot wings, waffles and chicken, and Budweiser beers.
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EventGalentine's Day at Pincho Disco
Thu, 13 Feb, 2025
Pincho Disco, Collingwood
Gather your gals, gays and theys together for a big Latin American feast the day before Valentine's Day
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EventGABS Craft Beer Fest
Fri, 4 Apr, 2025
Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, South Wharf
Where can you get a drink from a 120-tap bar? At 2025's Great Australasian Beer Spectapular.
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EventWhat's on in Frankston: 2025 Events
Multiple single dates
Various Frankston venues
From European beach clubs to street art and sand sculpting, here's everything hitting Frankston in early 2025.
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EventBiggest Best IMAX Film Festival
Sat, 11 Jan - Sun, 2 Mar 2025
IMAX Melbourne, Carlton
This IMAX Melbourne film festival is filled with the best and biggest flicks to see on its huge 32-metre-wide by 23-metre-tall screen.
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EventEuropa! Europa Film Festival
Wed, 12 Feb - Wed, 12 Mar 2025
Select cinemas in Melbourne, Various locations
Celebrate European cinema with a packed film festival lineup featuring 44 movies from 26 countries.
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EventDrake: 'Anita Max Win' Tour
Multiple single dates
Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne
The 'Hotline Bling' performer 'The Degrassi: The Next Generation' star is returning Down Under for the first time in eight years.
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NewsFive Snow Activities to Add to Your Winter Calendar
From dogsledding to wintery cheese adventures and world-class alpine resorts.
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NewsHikes You Can Easily Access Via Public Transport
Hop the tram, train or bus and find yourself at one of these spectacular hikes.
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NewsThis New BYO 'Adventure Festival' Combines Camping, Live Music and Lots of Outdoor Activities
The Seal Rocks Adventure Festival is half-music festival, half-school camp (in a good way).
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NewsA Checklist of Everything to Eat, See and Do During Summer in the UK
Shakespeare under the stars, famous music festivals and long walks along country lanes.
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NewsWe're Giving Away an Epic Trip to Sydney for Two During Vivid
Enjoy Sydney's festival of lights with luxe meals, a harbour cruise and a shopping spree — on us.
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NewsA Shoestring Guide to the UK's Scenic South
Discover the best of the UK's culture, historical landmarks and natural wonders without blowing big bucks.
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NewsHow to Savour the Last Days of Autumn Before Winter Officially Arrives in Melbourne
Think rooftop igloo gardens, brunches, backyard barbecues, houseboat stays and art galleries aplenty.
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NewsStradbroke Island Is Now Home to a Scenic New Mountain Bushwalking Trail
New beachside cabins, eco-tents, glamping and safari tents are coming, too.
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NewsHow to Plan a Summer Escape This Winter Without Leaving Australia
Explore Australia's tropical backyard via helicopter pub crawls, sunset cruises and swimming with crocs.
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Gallery: Miller Design Lab
A look back at all the happenings from this series of arty parties held at Melbourne's SoHigh Gallery.
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NewsFive Hikes You Can Take with the Entire Family
Head to one of these easy hikes within easy reach of the city — and be home in time for bath, dinner and bed.
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NewsFive Adventures Through the Great Outdoors to Plan This Winter
From snowshoeing to a fondue feast to exploring glow worm caves — hibernation is not on the cards this winter.
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NewsHow to Eat, Drink and Play on a Staycation in Melbourne CBD Over the Easter Long Weekend
This holiday, hunt down luxe chocolates, some good belly laughs and a round or two of boozy putt-putt.
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NewsEverything You Need to Know About This Year's Eta Aquarid Meteor Shower
This spectacular starry event only happens once a year — here's how you can get a glimpse.
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NewsA Union Rally of Thousands of Protestors Has Shutdown Melbourne's CBD
There'll be a slew of road closures and limited trams from 10.30am during the Australian Council of Trade Unions' Change the Rules rally.
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Melbourne Is Set to Shiver Through Its Coldest March Day in 41 Years Over the Weekend
Temperatures are about to take a tumble — it's set to be the coldest day of the year so far.
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NewsA Guide to Autumn in Sydney to Make the Most of the Easter Holidays
What to eat, see and do in the Harbour City — including watching this musical on the water.
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NewsEverything You Need to Consider When Planning an Overnight Hike
Embarking on a trek soon? This to-do list will help you stay safe, warm and ready for anything out in the wilderness.
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NewsFive Overnight Hikes with the Best Sights to Hit This Autumn in Victoria
Embarking on a trek soon? This to-do list will help you stay safe, warm and ready for anything out in the wilderness.
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NewsMelbourne Is Getting a Regular Commuter Ferry from Geelong to Docklands
Port Phillip Ferries will commence the permanent service in December.
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NewsA Bumper Car-Filled Ice Rink Is Popping Up in Australia This Winter
Bumper Cars on Ice will hit Sydney and Melbourne this August.
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NewsThe Victorian Government Is Offering a Slew of Free and Discounted Fitness Classes Next Month
Free dance classes, free tennis court hire and a heap of discounted activewear.
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NewsThe Go-To Gin Guide to Autumn in Melbourne
From garden shows to comedy festivals, excellent gin cocktails to love letters from the moon.
