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NewsMelbourne Central's New Rooftop Pool Club and Bar Will Open Next Week
And the new Reunion Island Pool Club is now taking private bookings.
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NewsCampbell Point House Is the Bellarine Peninsula's Incredible New Luxury Hotel
The opulent hotel boasts an infinity pool, tennis court, day spa and private jetty, with room for just 30 guests at once.
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NewsWestern Sydney Will Soon Be Home to the World's Fastest Roller Coaster Zipline
The Crazy Rider Xpress sends punters hurtling through the treetops at 50kmh, even doing loop-de-loops
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NewsVictoria Has Scored a New Glamping Retreat on a Winery with Its Own Private Beach
And the decked-out bell tents are a very reasonable $200 a night (or $100 if you split it).
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NewsThe Royal Itinerary Is Actually Useful for the Next Time Your Mates Come to Australia
Don't worry, you won't need a royal's budget.
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NewsWe're Giving Away an Arty Escape to Ballarat for this Australian Art Festival
Enjoy the ultimate art lover's escape, including a mini Victorian version of Dark Mofo, on us.
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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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NewsSeven New Openings in Regional Victoria to Visit This Spring
Including a luxe new retreat and not one but two authentic Japanese eateries.
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NewsWe're Giving Away Tickets to Melbourne's Huge Games Festival
Score access to Australia's largest consumer video games festival — on us.
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NewsVisit Victoria Has Created a Slightly Ridiculous Tourism Ad Encouraging Dogs to Go on Holiday
And the campaign video is optimised for 'dog vision', too.
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NewsSeven Easy Wins to Make Your Life That Little Bit Better, Part 3
From potluck dinners to dodging your crowded weekday commute.
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NewsSeven Easy Wins to Make Your Life That Little Bit Better, Part 4
From finally starting a herb garden to finding a spot to dance away the week's stresses.
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NewsSeven Easy Wins to Make Your Life That Little Bit Better, Part 2
From cleaning out your closet to enjoying a long lunch with friends.
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NewsMelbourne 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.
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NewsAn Art and Design Lover's Weekend Guide to Red Hill on the Mornington Peninsula
Here, you can enjoy two expansive sculpture gardens, quaffable cool-climate wines straight from the cellar door and tasty hatted fare — and it's only an hour's drive away.
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NewsAn Art Lover's Weekend Guide to Nagambie and Its Surrounds
Just a short drive north, you'll find a sprawling winery, Australia's biggest commercial Aboriginal art gallery, woodfired pizzas and other tasty treats.
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NewsFive Free Dates to Plan This Spring in Melbourne
From complimentary trivia to a night of salsa dancing at no cost.
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NewsSeven Easy Wins to Make Your Life That Little Bit Better This Week, Part 1
From relinquishing your smartphone to watching the sunrise.
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EventChristmas Sculpture and Qris Qringle at QV Melbourne
Wed, 26 Nov 2025 - Tue, 6 Jan 2026
QV Melbourne, Melbourne
Christmas at QV Melbourne is back, featuring a towering festive sculpture and the mystery Qris Qringle giveaway loaded with daily prizes.
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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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NewsThe Five Best Glamping Spots on New Zealand's South Island
Where to blend luxury and nature all in one stay.
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NewsFive Places to Stay in the South Island that Don't Involve Camping
From a converted railway wagon to an old gaol cell, these unique locations are way better than your tent.
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NewsBannisters Is Port Stephens' Luxe New Waterfront Hotel with an Infinity Pool
Featuring 80 stunning rooms with views of the river or bushland, and a restaurant from an acclaimed chef.
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NewsSeven Easy Wins to Make Your Life That Little Bit Better, Part 5
From spending your lunch break at a gallery to slurping up an authentic bowl of pho.
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NewsFive Scenic Cycling Trails to Hit on the South Island
Soak up the stunning scenery of the south on two wheels.
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NewsNorth Sydney Looks Set to Become Australia's First Smoke-Free CBD
If the motion receives local community support, it could be implemented by Christmas or early 2019.
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GuideSeven Events Worth Travelling to Bendigo for This Spring
Venture beyond Melbourne and discover everything this vibrant city has to offer.
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NewsSeven Easy Wins to Make Your Life That Little Bit Better, Part 6
From shouting a stranger a schooner to buying a bunch of flowers just because.
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NewsSydney International Airport Now Has a Team of Very Good Dogs to Help Passengers De-Stress
The pups are available for pre-flight cuddles, as part of the new emBark program by American Airlines and Assistance Dogs Australia
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NewsDaily Melbourne Discoveries for the Week of October 1
Including a dance in the dark and a trip to Diagon Alley for a butter brew.
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NewsA 'Pac-Man' Maze for Humans Is Coming to Australia
Navigate your way through a 1.5-kilometre, LED-lit maze, avoiding ghosts to win prizes.
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NewsThe World's Longest Non-Stop Commercial Flight Will Launch Next Month
The nearly 19-hour flight from Singapore to New York will soon take to the skies.
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NewsFree Public Transport Is Coming to Three Melbourne Train Lines In December
Commuters on the Cranbourne, Pakenham and Gippsland lines will be gifted 23 days of free travel.
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NewsThe Yarra Valley Could Soon Be Home to a 14-Kilometre Scenic Railway
Historic steam trains could soon be travelling between Yarra Glen and Healesville.
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NewsDaily Melbourne Discoveries for the Week of October 8
Including a bar dedicated to cannolis and a talk on queer history.
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FeatureSouth Island: Discover the South
Take this journey through the South Island boasting snow-covered mountains, rare native wildlife, raging rivers and scenic walking tracks.
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NewsYou Can Tour Antarctica on a Day Trip Thanks to This Indulgent Sight-Seeing Plane Tour
Explore the icy continent during the day, then return home to your own bed.
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NewsLon Retreat and Spa Is Point Lonsdale's New Luxury Coastal Escape
The 200-acre hillside property boasts seven luxury suites, a mineral pool and its own private art gallery.
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NewsA Guide to Coogee Beach to Take You From Sunrise To Sunset
How to spend a full sunny day at one of Sydney's eastern suburbs most laid-back beaches.
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NewsA Go-To Gin Guide for Spring in Melbourne
Where to see experimental art exhibitions, venture down a rabbit hole and more — all with a gin in hand.
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NewsThis New Airbnb-Like Sharing Service Will Let You Splash Around In Someone Else's Pool
And it's set to launch in Australia by summer.
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NewsDaily Melbourne Discoveries for the Week of October 15
Including an all-you-can-eat Indian feast and warm-weather wardrobe update.
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