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Winter festivals and events
A plethora of events and festivals keep the city buzzing in the cold.
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A guide to Melbourne events, attractions, outdoor adventures and more
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The best free things to do
Whether or not you believe the best things in life are free, not everything in Melbourne has to cost a small fortune.
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Indoor activities for rainy days
Melbourne often has four seasons in one day – and that can mean unexpected bouts of rain.
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Where to go ice skating
It doesn't get cold enough to go skating on the Yarra, but Melbourne has a number of ice skating centres.
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Your guide to St Kilda
St Kilda maintains its vibrant sense of culture and pride (it's home to the Victorian Pride Centre, the first purpose-built centre for Australia's LGBTQIA+...
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Your guide to Fitzroy
Fitzroy is an eclectic suburb with a rich history etched into its old pubs and gay bars, narrow streets and terrace houses, long-lasting retailers and modern...
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Your guide to Brunswick
Brunswick’s reputation is as a hipster hotspot, but there’s a lot more to this vibrant area than just smashed avos and fancy lattes.
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Your guide to Footscray
When they came up with the phrase ‘west is best’, they must have been thinking about Footscray.
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Your guide to Yarraville
There's a reason Yarraville has been voted one of the coolest neighbourhoods in the world.
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Exploring natural Victoria
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Cosy cabins you can stay in near Melbourne
If you're not a fan of roughing it but love the outdoors, try staying in a cosy cabin near Melbourne.
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Quirky Airbnbs you can book in Victoria
If you're looking for something fun for your next getaway from Melbourne, here are some quirky locations across Victoria to consider.
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The best waterfalls in Victoria
Forget what TLC said and go forth and chase down these magnificent waterfalls across our state.
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10 places in Victoria that look nothing like Victoria
We still manage to be a little surprised by our state every now and then.
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The best day hikes from Melbourne
We love this beautiful city of ours, but sometimes it's nice to get out into nature for a stroll – or something more intense.
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13 amazing natural wonders to visit near Melbourne
From surreal pink salt lakes to misty rainforests and ancient mountain ranges, Victoria is replete in natural wonders worth travelling for.
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Access a delicious offer with Amex when you dine out at some of Melbourne’s best eateries this May
If you’re a foodie on the hunt for your next tasty meal, your Amex Card might give you access to unlocking some of Melbourne's yummiest dining...
Theatre
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A haunting new adaptation of 'The Birds' lands at Melbourne’s Malthouse Theatre
It’s been more than 70 years since Daphne du Maurier wrote The Birds, the gothic short story that famously inspired Alfred Hitchcock’s 1963 film of...
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A Foodie Affair: Flavours of Japan
If you ask any Australian, Japan is so hot right now. The country seems to be a magnet for Aussie tourists at the minute, but let’s be realistic for one...
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Sport and fitness
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Come and try a circus class at NICA
Did you know there’s a circus school tucked away just back from Prahran’s busy Chapel Street precinct? NICA Recreation runs a whole bunch of...
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Win a $1,500 Discovery voucher and ‘Do It All’ at your chosen park
Ah, school holidays… so much to do and so little time. In the cost of living crisis, family holidays can fall to the wayside given just how many...
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101 things to do in Melbourne at least once in your life
These are the absolute must-do Melbourne bucket list items.
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The 60 best restaurants in Melbourne
Commit to making your way through Time Out’s list of the best restaurants in the state right now.
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The 50 best bars in Melbourne right now
These 50 bars represent the pinnacle of Melbourne drinking.
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The best tourist attractions in Melbourne
In Melbourne even the biggest tourist attractions are well worth a visit.
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The best art exhibitions in Melbourne this month
Spend some time exploring new exhibitions and some old favourites.