Kiera Eardley
Contributor | Urban List Melbourne
As a copywriter from agency land, Kiera is a word-nerd at heart whose marketing work bridges that finicky gap between great creative and measurable performance. Her experience spans editorial (hey, Urban List!), property, higher education, e-commerce, and not-for-profits. She’s a culture fiend with a monstrous podcast diet and a borderline-concerning fanaticism for Carlton (the AFL team, though the suburb is also great).
Melbourne born and bred with dreams of a Carrie Bradshaw-style stint as a writer in NYC, you’ll likely find Kiera with her nose in a book, at the pub, on a long walk, writing her latest Substack, or procrastinating tidying the house.
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Looking for the best things to do in Melbourne in July 2026? From blockbuster food festivals and pop-up markets to immersive art shows, live music gigs and family-friendly events, Melbourne is heaving with must-see happenings.
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Melbourne Airport’s $500 Million Drop Off And Pick Up Zone Opens In October
The overhaul will more than double the current drop off and pickup capacity and put an end to the chaotic congestion along both Arrival Drive and Departure Drive.
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The Gaso Set To Return As Smith St Hotel, Carrying On Its Live Music Roots
One of Melbourne's most beloved bandrooms has been given a second life as a live music venue, pub and dining room.
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Alejandro Saravia Is Opening A Flinders Lane Restaurant, Documenting The Whole Process On Instagram
Set to open later this year, Masia is Saravia's most ambitious project yet—and you can watch the whole thing unfold on Instagram.
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Transit Rooftop Bar Is Getting A Multimillion-Dollar Makeover
After more than two decades at its enviable perch above Federation Square, Transit Rooftop Bar is finally getting a renovation to match the uninterrupted city and Yarra River views.
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Smith & Deli Is Bringing Its Cult Plant-Based Dining, Bakery Treats And Deli Goods To The CBD
After more than a decade of being Melbourne's go-to for plant-based food in Collingwood, Shannon Martinez has expanded Smith & Deli with a CBD location.
Wendy’s Has Officially Opened, Bringing Its Iconic Square Patties And Drive-Thru To Dandenong South
After successfully launching up north, Wendy’s—the square-burger-slinging, Frosty-serving, never-frozen-beef institution that’s been a fixture of American pop culture since 1969—has opened in Dandenong South.
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Your First Look At The 2026 Melbourne International Film Festival (MIFF) Lineup
Mighty MIFF (Melbourne International Film Festival) is back from 6 August to 23 August. Here's everything you need to know.
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Post Malone Is Heading Regional For Strummingbird Festival 2026
Strummingbird is ramping things up for its second year of bootscooting, and will be rolling into three regional locations this October.
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A Modern Greek Restaurant By Chris Lucas: Introducing Noẽma
Chris Lucas has built some of Melbourne's most celebrated restaurants, but the latest addition to his arsenal feels like the most personal yet.
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Get Swinging: London’s Pitch Golf Is Coming To Melbourne
London’s cult golf and social club Pitch Golf is heading to Aussie shores, with Melbourne set to be home to the first venue.
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Major Overhaul Of Central Dandenong Set To Deliver New Homes, Jobs, Retail And Childcare
A significant new development has just been approved for central Dandenong, marking the latest milestone in one of Victoria's most ambitious urban renewal projects, which has been ongoing since 2006.
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Geelong’s Beloved Waterfront Is Getting A Shiny Revamp
It’s time to start planning your next trip over the West Gate, because Geelong’s popular waterfront precinct is getting a new wave of food and entertainment experiences.
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Now Open: Julietta, The Unfussy Trattoria From The Team Behind Mamasita
Armed with a pasta-led menu and warm, unhurried approach to neighbourhood dining, Julietta is a cosy new Italian restaurant that’s right at home in South Yarra.
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Victoria Just Committed $1 Billion To Fix Our Roads—Here’s Everything You Need To Know
In its 2026/27 Budget, the Victorian Government has committed a record $1.04 billion investment in road maintenance. That’s more than ever before—here's what it actually means for road users.
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Top Melbourne Chefs Are Cooking For A Cause This Month, And You’re Invited
Some of Melbourne's most exciting top chefs are coming together for a genuinely good cause. On Thursday 30 April, Scarf Community is hosting its annual gala fundraising dinner at the iconic Potter Museum of Art in Parkville, and it's a big one.
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How To Celebrate Mother’s Day In Melbourne In 2026
Once again May has crept up on us out of nowhere, bringing with it one very important day. It’s that one thing you should be prepared for, yet every year it comes as another suprise. That’s right, it’s Mother’s Day.
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Melbourne Is Set To Get A Whole Lot Greener With $26 Million Investment In Parks
Melbourne is set to get a whole lot greener, with the City of Melbourne’s draft 2026–27 Budget proposal earmarking $26 million to speed up the delivery of 13 new or upgraded parks and open spaces across the city.
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Snag Premium Bookings And Dining Offers At These Melbourne Restaurants
We all know Melbourne punches well above its weight when it comes to food. We also know how hard it can be to clinch a booking and plan a night out at our best restaurants.
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Myki-Free Travel Is Now On Trial—Here’s Everything You Need To Know
Your morning commute might be about to get a whole lot easier: Victorians are finally getting a taste of contactless ‘tap-and-go’ travel on myki fares.
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Victorian Petrol Pumps Protected With New Anti-Price Gouging Laws
The Victorian state government has announced new anti-price gouging laws requiring retailers to set a daily cap on fuel prices and publish that price in advance.
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$50K In Funding Approved for Victorian Music Festivals
The latest round of the Live Music Festivals Fund has opened this week, with the state government pledging grants of up to $50,000 for Victorian festival operators.
Melbourne’s Best Irish Pubs for St Paddy’s Day And Beyond
St Patrick’s Day might be just around the corner (or at the end of the rainbow, alongside a pot of gold and leprechaun?) on 17 March, but Melbourne’s best Irish pubs bring that famous Celtic spirit all year round.
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Unmissable Things To Eat, Drink And Do At The Melbourne F1 This Year
This year is a real biggie for Formula One. Melbourne has returned as the coveted season opener, host to the world’s first look at seven-time World Champion Lewis Hamilton debuting his new Ferrari red get up while Spain-born Carlos Sainz embraces a fresh Williams blue. And arguably one of the best parts of the AusGP weekend—the end of race track walk—is also back on the cards. Winning.
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Over $2 Million Has Been Approved To Protect Our Bay
Victoria’s beautiful Port Phillip Bay can look forward to over $2 million in funding after the latest round of state government grants.
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It’s Official: The Arthurs Seat Eagle Is Getting A Major Makeover
The Allan government has officially greenlit major upgrades to the Mornington Peninsula’s iconic Arthurs Seat Eagle precinct, including a roller coaster-style luge ride.