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Local press Secret Melbourne
By order of the Peaky Blinders, Melbourne: dust off the flat cap. Candlelight: Peaky Blinders is taking over Collingwood Town Hall, bringing the Shelby family’s soundtrack to life on strings, surrounded by candles. All the drama of…at Secret Melbourne
Charlie Maudsley
Local press Secret Melbourne
Some pieces of music come with a ghost story attached. Mozart’s Requiem might have the best one of all. In 1791, Mozart received an anonymous commission for a requiem mass. The client, it later emerged, was Count Walsegg, who planned to…at Secret Melbourne
Katherine Notman
Local press Time Out Melbourne news
Your favourite Disney characters and soundtracks will come alive at Hamer Hall next MArchat Time Out Melbourne news
Primary Author: Alyssa Forato
Local press Secret Melbourne
After opening their new Pick Up and Drop Off zones earlier this month, Melbourne Airport is continuing to plan and design their $4.5 billion international terminal expansion. New artist impressions were released earlier today, giving us a…at Secret Melbourne
Nicole de Souza
Local press Concrete Playground
A Melbourne content creator reckons the clues dropped at the AO 2027 launch point to the ‘Glamorous’ singer — and the Australian Open’s reply isn't exactly denying it.at Concrete Playground
Eliza Campbell
Local press Time Out Melbourne news
Agnii Eatery Bar will open on October 24 – serving big Sri Lankan flavours and late-night fun on Fridays and Saturdaysat Time Out Melbourne news
Primary Author: Winnie Stubbs
Local press Time Out Melbourne news
Down the pedestrian-only Timothy Lane you'll find an excellent hotel (where every room has a view)at Time Out Melbourne news
Primary Author: Alice Ellis
Local press Concrete Playground
The six-piece Love, Lily collection was tested by Allen on her UK tour, and it's out now, days before she plays Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne and Perth.at Concrete Playground
Eliza Campbell
Local press Secret Melbourne
The Polish Festival is coming back to Melbourne for its 22nd year. Head to Fed Square and celebrate Polish culture with a day of folk dancing, traditional costumes, food and a legendary trumpet performance that will take you to the heart…at Secret Melbourne
Nicole de Souza
Local press The Age
Silver’s Motel is a new-wave-meets-old-school cocktail lounge.Good Food at The Age
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Local press The Age
A new-school soda fountain, boasting some of the finest cocktail-making in the city.Good Food at The Age
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Local press The Age
Cosy little corner vineria-cocktaileria-snackettoria.Good Food at The Age
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Local press The Age
A rum spectacular with the South Pacific-inspired decor to match.Good Food at The Age
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Local press The Age
Fun drinking with a serious underbelly.Good Food at The Age
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Local press Secret Melbourne
A massive and free new outdoor exhibition has just opened in the Macedon Ranges. Escape to Hanging Rock Winery, just one hour away from Melbourne, and marvel at over 50 kinetic sculptures from 30 artists. As you walk through the vineyard,…at Secret Melbourne
Nicole de Souza
Local press Time Out Melbourne news
The 80s rock legends will play at Marvel Stadium in March 2027at Time Out Melbourne news
Primary Author: Melissa Woodley
Local press The Age
A spark plug in Enmore Road’s crowded cocktail scene.Good Food at The Age
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Local press The Age
A 1970’s-inspired cocktail lounge serving up retro flavours.Good Food at The Age
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Local press The Age
Standing-only laneway mezcaleria serving one of Sydney’s best margaritas.Good Food at The Age
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Local press The Age
For cult wines and deliciously unhinged cocktails.Good Food at The Age
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Local press The Age
English-inspired micro-pub for pies, Guinness on tap and Britpop.Good Food at The Age
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Local press Time Out Melbourne news
The beloved Collingwood-born brewery is turning 10 – and it's celebrating with a huge street party and a new venue outside of the cityat Time Out Melbourne news
Primary Author: Winnie Stubbs
Local press The Age
Excellent cocktails, even better views.Good Food at The Age
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Local press Time Out Melbourne news
Chef Deepak Mishra is set to open Bungalow 147 by the Bay in a 130-capacity Williamstown building this summerat Time Out Melbourne news
Primary Author: Winnie Stubbs
Local press Time Out Melbourne news
No, we’re not dreamin’ – the Kerrigan family will make their stage debut at Her Majesty's Theatre in March 2027at Time Out Melbourne news
Primary Author: Leah Glynn
Local press The Age
The Alba Thermal Springs & Spa restaurant has the hallmarks of virtue without the drabness of trad health food. And you don’t even need to get out of your robe to eat it.Good Food at The Age
Besha Rodell · Good Food
Local press The Age
The revitalisation of Oxford Street gains pace with the arrival of Nikkei cuisine, which blends elements of Peruvian and Japanese food.Good Food at The Age
Scott Bolles · Good Food
Local press The Age
Take a seat at Matkim’s granite counter for a thoughtful and immersive evening of lesser-known dishes inspired by the seasons.Good Food at The Age
Helen Yee · Good Food
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Local press Secret Melbourne
Poppy Lissiman has built a career on the idea that getting dressed should be fun. The Australian accessories designer’s sunglasses and bags are often the first thing people notice. Her latest Melbourne project with MECCA takes that idea…at Secret Melbourne
Arshia Anand
Local press Concrete Playground
Pack a picnic, find a spot on the heritage lawns and let live orchestral music soundtrack a sunny Sunday.at Concrete Playground
Hudson Brown
Local press Secret Melbourne
We’ve been dreaming for a while about being able to swim in the Birrarung/Yarra River, and that vision is one step closer to reality, with Melbourne Water and a number of councils joining forces today to create the Coalition for Swimmable…at Secret Melbourne
Nicole de Souza
Local press Secret Melbourne
A new nationwide study has named Victoria’s worst-rated Macca’s, with McDonald’s Chirnside Park scoring just 2.04 stars out of five from 653 Google reviews. The eastern Melbourne restaurant ranks among Australia’s five lowest-rated…at Secret Melbourne
Arshia Anand
Local press Concrete Playground
A cult Kiwi fashion favourite is crossing the ditch, with two new stores set to land in Melbourne and Sydney.at Concrete Playground
Hudson Brown
Local press Concrete Playground
This heritage-listed brunch spot sits behind the bluestone walls of Coburg’s old Pentridge prison.at Concrete Playground
Phoebe Tully
Local press Concrete Playground
Cozey’s Edmund Lam explains how the Canadian brand designs for dogs, dinner on the couch and changing your mind.at Concrete Playground
Eliza Campbell
Local press Concrete Playground
This Mornington Peninsula gem has had a major glow-up, revealing a design-forward space three-times its former size, with a wine bar and soon-to-be terrace.at Concrete Playground
Jade Solomon
Local press Time Out Melbourne news
The Big Bounce Australia is finishing up its national tour, but not without a visit to Melbourneat Time Out Melbourne news
Primary Author: Melissa Woodley
Local press The Age
Operators such as Darvella, Morning After, Salt, Snug and Bellissimo – plus many more – are teaming up with Brisbane Times to give locals better access to good news.Good Food at The Age
Matt Shea · Good Food
Local press Secret Melbourne
See also: The best things to do for free in Melbourne and beyondat Secret Melbourne
Nicole de Souza
Local press Concrete Playground
A decade and 12 million litres of beer later, this much-loved brewery is taking its birthday celebrations onto the street and down the coast.at Concrete Playground
Hudson Brown
Local press Time Out Melbourne news
New research from realestate.com.au identified the regional towns around Victoria where buying a home is still affordable(ish)at Time Out Melbourne news
Primary Author: Winnie Stubbs
Local press Concrete Playground
Singapore's past takes centre stage at this elegant hotel, where Peranakan influences meet contemporary luxury and a few unexpected indulgences.at Concrete Playground
Hudson Brown
Local press The Age
Yes, you can still have your takeaway Mexican, charcoal chicken and burgers without the side of guilt. Just keep an eye on the creeping fat and carbs, though.Good Food at The Age
Susie Burrell · Good Food
Local press Concrete Playground
Head to these sun-soaked Melbourne rooftop bars and pubs when you want to enjoy a cocktail and bite to eat skyward.at Concrete Playground
Jade Solomon
Local press The Age
Restaurateurs Hung Dao and Cathie Dinh have brought the food of their old home town to Melbourne at Hanoia, where Vietnam’s northern cuisine shines.Good Food at The Age
Dani Valent · Good Food
Local press The Age
This food truck turned restaurant is bringing rival African cuisines together to unite people over the rich, smoky and deeply satisfying joy of jollof.Good Food at The Age
Erina Starkey · Good Food
Local press Concrete Playground
Crunch through crusty sourdough, munch on stacked sandwiches, savour flaky croissants and chew on moreish cookies, devour doughnuts and admire pastry perfection at the best bakeries in Melbourne.at Concrete Playground
Jade Solomon
Local press Secret Melbourne
See also: Built in 1867, this former lunatic asylum in Victoria will soon host a horror and pop culture festival for Halloweenat Secret Melbourne
Eder Dade
Local press The Age
From France to Britain to Beaufort Street, the carte at this youthful diner covers a lot of ground.Good Food at The Age
Max Veenhuyzen · Good Food
Local press The Age
Plus St Kilda’s on the boil and the rise of bargain dining, including $14 steak. These are five of the biggest takeaways from this year’s Age Good Food Guide.Good Food at The Age
Emma Breheny, Frank Sweet · Good Food
Local press Secret Melbourne
After more than a decade delivering flowers to doorsteps across Australia, Daily Blooms is entering a new chapter with its first-ever retail store at 157 Gertrude Street, Fitzroy. Founded by Courtney Ray in 2014 with just $500, the…at Secret Melbourne
Arshia Anand
Local press Concrete Playground
Pieris wants Agnii to be more than just a place to eat and move on, with late-night DJs, flowing drinks, and street food on offer on the weekend.at Concrete Playground
Jade Solomon
Local press Concrete Playground
The 400-square-metre store stocks Gramicci, Pyra and P.A.M. alongside Merrell's own range, which is a global first for the outdoor brand.at Concrete Playground
Eliza Campbell
Local press Secret Melbourne
If you’re chasing the flowers this spring, the Dandenong Ranges is a great place to start, with pretty spots like Dandenong Ranges Botanic Garden and Alfred Nicholas Memorial Garden. And if you’re keen for more, you should add George…at Secret Melbourne
Nicole de Souza
Local press Concrete Playground
Lucia's luxurious menu features numerous seafood specialties, which adapt to the seasons, with the kitchen leaning into Italian classics and generous plates this Spring.at Concrete Playground
Andrew Zuccala
Local press Concrete Playground
A chef's counter, Edomae-style sushi on red-vinegar rice and a late-night listening bar on the lower level — Bligh Place just got a lot more interesting.at Concrete Playground
Eliza Campbell
Local press The Age
A burger with the works: juicy beef, melted cheddar, sizzling bacon and buttery brioche – and a special sauce with a secret ingredient.Good Food at The Age
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Local press The Age
The 42nd Sydney Morning Herald Good Food Guide drops next week – here’s what you need to know from whether restaurants can pay to be included (no) to how the hat scoring works.Good Food at The Age
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Local press Concrete Playground
The chefs have their work cut out for him in the kitchen, manning a 700-kilogram Brazilian grill with 32 rotisserie spits.at Concrete Playground
Jade Solomon
Local press The Age
A burger with the works: juicy beef, melted cheddar, sizzling bacon and buttery brioche – and a special sauce that will give your go-to burger joint a run for its money.Good Food at The Age
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Local press Secret Melbourne
Nicole de Souza
Local press The Age
Huon Hooke shares “unfashionable” varietals to look for, and the big reds (and bubbles) to steer clear of.Good Food at The Age
Huon Hooke · Good Food
Local press The Age
Plus the perfect topping that gives the dish a bright and salty kick.Good Food at The Age
Julia Busuttil Nishimura · Good Food
Local press The Age
The newly hatted Bistro Merenda’s set menu is rustic, made for eating, not Instagram, writes Dani Valent.Good Food at The Age
Dani Valent · Good Food
Local press The Age
Guaranteed to hit the spot without the expense, because busy weekdays are stressful enough without having to worry about what’s for dinner.Good Food at The Age
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Local press Time Out Melbourne news
Looks like the best and most-inclusive pizza in Melbourne is officially West-sideat Time Out Melbourne news
Primary Author: Alyssa Forato
Local press Secret Melbourne
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Local press The Age
Navi’s fire-focused sibling bar opens this Saturday in Yarraville. But with its nostalgic cocktails and snacks, it’s set to pull crowds well beyond the neighbourhood.Good Food at The Age
Quincy Malesovas · Good Food
Local press The Age
Newcastle has had its fair share of Mexican joints but it’s never had one quite like this new spot, which combines regional flavours with modern flexibility.Good Food at The Age
David Matthews · Good Food
Local press The Age
From soy sauce to jasmine rice, these are the pantry staples and preferred brands you’ll always find in Brendan’s shopping basket – plus how to make the most of them.Good Food at The Age
Ardyn Bernoth · Good Food
Local press The Age
From vol-au-vents to ice cream sundaes, re-create the Good Food Guide restaurant magic at home with new spins on some nostalgic classics.Good Food at The Age
Katrina Meynink · Good Food
Local press The Age
Handpicked by the editors of the Good Food Guide, these are the venues that capture what it is to eat in this glorious state today.Good Food at The Age
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Local press Concrete Playground
How to make uni work alongside your job, relationships and everything else life can throw at you.at Concrete Playground
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Local press Concrete Playground
The team behind KALA, Lolita's and Lola's Cantina has opened a 140-seat Italian-inspired restaurant on Uluwatu's main strip, complete with a theatrical open kitchen and house-made cheese.at Concrete Playground
Chantelle Schmidt
Local press Secret Melbourne
East Brunswick Village will soon host a Pet Market for the first time, with custom pet portraits, pet poems and even a very special Pet Blessing. Bring along your dog, cat, rabbit, lizard, bird, fish or other kind of pet to be blessed by…at Secret Melbourne
Nicole de Souza
Local press Concrete Playground
Created by Bali Interiors founder Sheila Man, Bi Design House is a five-room boutique hotel near Canggu built for slowing down and creatively recharging.at Concrete Playground
Chantelle Schmidt
Local press Secret Melbourne
A vibrant festival celebrating Swiss Italian culture is taking over a small town near Melbourne. Take a day trip to the picturesque Hepburn Springs, and look forward to plenty of delicious food and wine, as well as walking tours, live…at Secret Melbourne
Nicole de Souza
Local press The Age
Grill the broccoli until it’s well charred to bring out its sweetness and smokiness.Good Food at The Age
Adam Liaw · Good Food
Local press The Age
Despite its everyman quality, this CBD favourite also helped advance wine bar culture and modern Italian cooking in Perth.Good Food at The Age
Max Veenhuyzen · Good Food
Local press The Age
This easy pasta gets a flavour boost from sundried tomatoes, olives and basil leaves.Good Food at The Age
Adam Liaw · Good Food
Local press Concrete Playground
The 'Sup hosts another three-day musical pilgrimage, with Geese leading a 2027 lineup packed with international names and local talent.at Concrete Playground
Hudson Brown
Local press The Age
Safe Staff, Safe Venues has been recognised for its work making the Victorian hospitality industry a safer, more supportive place to work.Good Food at The Age
Quincy Malesovas · Good Food
Local press The Age
He doesn’t crave attention, but the three-hatted Yiaga and Vue de Monde chef dominated the Good Food Guide awards. We sat down with the 31-year-old to ask how he juggles work – and now fatherhood.Good Food at The Age
Tomas Telegramma · Good Food
Local press The Age
Venture further down the aisle and deeper at the market – and you might just help rewrite the future of food.Good Food at The Age
Riley Wilson · Good Food
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Local press The Age
Because sometimes (okay, often) you just need something lightly fried, a little salty and totally delicious to chow down on.Good Food at The Age
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Local press The Age
They come in six varieties and are accompanied by three focaccia sandwiches, Single O coffee, and chocolate milk on tap.Good Food at The Age
Matt Shea · Good Food
Local press Secret Melbourne
An exciting Greek festival is coming back to the Bellarine Peninsula. Whisk yourself away, by car or by ferry, to Portarlington and dive into the celebrations, with over 100 stalls, live music, belly dancing and more! Back for its second…at Secret Melbourne
Nicole de Souza
Local press Secret Melbourne
If you’ve ever looked up while walking towards Southern Cross Station, you’ve probably spotted the glass skyscraper that seems to ripple as it rises. At the corner of Bourke and Spencer streets, Premier Tower pinches in at the middle…at Secret Melbourne
Arshia Anand
Local press Concrete Playground
Aperitif Hour is bringing complimentary fries, a new bar menu designed for sharing and a lineup of cocktails, martinis, beer and wine to The Commons.at Concrete Playground
Hameda Nafiz
Local press Secret Melbourne
Spring is here, and there’s plenty of pretty gardens for us to admire blooming flowers, such as Dandenong Ranges Botanic Garden and Alowyn Gardens. But, what about picking your own? Just 80 minutes from Melbourne, set amongst the rolling…at Secret Melbourne
Nicole de Souza
Local press Concrete Playground
Brisbane brunch just got a spicy upgrade, with Mews serving a $59 brunch with two hours of flowing drinks, including Absolut Bloody Marys.at Concrete Playground
Concrete Playground
Local press Time Out Melbourne news
According to the latest report from Domain, renting in Melbourne now costs a median $600 a week – whether you want a house or a unitat Time Out Melbourne news
Primary Author: Melissa Woodley
Local press The Age
The 100 Essential Restaurants.Good Food at The Age
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Local press The Age
Catch up on all the action, hats, finalists and winners from The Age Good Food Guide Awards.Good Food at The Age
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