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After a long wait, the beloved local on the corner of Altona Street and Kensington Road has finally returned, and it’s bigger and brighter than ever. The Kensington Community Aquatic and Recreation Centre, known fondly as Kenny Rec, has finally unveiled its massive transformation, and on Sunday, 28 September, the community showed up in force to celebrate what feels like the return of a much-missed friend.

Clear your calendars and charge your cameras, crew—the biggest photography festival of the year is back.

Ready to book your next holiday on miles? Download the app and discover all the ways you can get the best bang—and miles—for your buck. 

What does a MasterChef cook in their own home? We asked Alex Crisp for a look inside her kitchen. 

From 1 October to 31 October, six of our favourite restaurants across Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane are dusting off the dishes they’ve been keeping under wraps.

Prepare to indulge without a single question. The Gluten-Free Expo Melbourne is back for 2025, transforming the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre into a completely safe culinary playground on October 18th and 19th. Coeliac Australia has just announced tickets are on sale now for what promises to be the ideal gluten-free experience.

Sipping a pizza? Locking eyes with a chupacabra at the bar? Trust me, it’s a good time.

For World Chefs Day (October 20), we’re showing our appreciation to all the professional cooks of Melbourne. And of course, we squeezed them for their best recs.

Melbourne is filled with experts who know their stuff. They’re creatives, enthusiasts and artists who’ve honed supreme skills over time and are now keen to share their secrets.

PowerPlay has just opened its newest electric go-karting track in Braybrook, Melbourne, and it's waiting for you to take the wheel.

Spring is here, and it has us itching for a sneaky getaway before peak season.

When it comes to bakeries, it’s easy to say that Melburnians are spoiled for choice because… well, we are. Like a kid in a candy store, choosing can be a gruelling task—but with a bucket list of destinations to choose from, it gets a little easier

Explore Launceston, Tasmania's UNESCO City of Gastronomy, through its unmissable food festivals. Discover NORTH Festival, Festivale, Tamar Valley Tours, AgFest, and AgriCULTURED, celebrating local produce, wine, and culinary innovation.

Listen up, Melburnians! A new player is set to disrupt Melbourne's casual ramen scene with a revolutionary DIY concept. Ramenova, Melbourne's first build-your-own ramen bar, will open its doors in South Yarra this October, challenging the conventions of quick-service dining.

2024 Dessert Masters winner John Demetrios opens the doors of Butter Days Bakery in a bustling, old-school Glenferrie Road shopping strip.

Victoria is introducing a new move this summer that will give your Myki (and your wallet) a well-deserved break.

Following on from their mammoth run across Australia in 2024, the pair have just wrapped up a run across the entire length of the UK—making them the first brothers to achieve such a feat.

Be still, our emo beating hearts. Good Things Festival has released the full playing times for its 2025 tour.

The search for the perfect bar is the kind of quest you could commit your life to. But what if it isn’t a one-size-fits-all kind of answer? In a city like Melbourne, there’s the best bar for every different type of mood, moment, night, and person. 

Victoria is jam-packed with beautiful places (all driving distance from Melbourne) where it's easy to forget where in the world you are.

From terraces, to romantic pads and upstate treasures, we’ve drooled over some of the most incredible views and designs around the city to save you doing the dirty work.

We asked a careers coach how to keep up with the rapidly changing landscape of work. 

We've got the inside scoop and when and how to secure your next big gig. 

The vibes in Noosa are immaculate and the dishes are bucket list-worthy.

Watching Euro summers through IG stories got you craving your own adventure? Lucky for you, Singapore Airlines just dropped its Early Bird fares for next year. 

The Gold Coast has long been embraced for its relaxed, beachy life, but the coastal city is also Australia’s movie industry hub. 

The creative couple and long-time collaborators have always been drawn to movies and music that hold a mirror up to who we are as Australians—the good, the bad, the fraught, the collective.

Join us as we sit down with Sianna Catullo, the Naarm-based founder of Blakground Productions, a majority Aboriginal-owned and led production company. Sianna and her team shoot incredible content by Community for Community—videos with heaps of heart, care and cracking cinematography. 

An inner-north 'burb crawling with culture, Brunswick is home to some of the best bars, coffee and food Melbourne has to offer.

Australia is home to some incredible winemakers producing delicious drops, so why not pair them with your midweek MVPs? 

There are a range of different ways to escape the city and into Victoria's amazing regional areas—but out of all the quirky getaway options out there, we think tiny homes top the charts.

With spring in the air, there’s no better time to rediscover the beauty of our own backyard.

Daylight savings. The twice-yearly moment that divides the nation. Some of us cheer for those extra golden hours at the pub, others mourn the sleep-in they just lost (or gained). And some of us don’t bother with it all (looking at you, Queensland). Either way, it’s coming. Here's what you need to know.

Whether you have a couple of hours airside transiting to your next destination or you’re lucky enough to make a day of it in Jewel, we’ve sorted your next layover at Changi Airport in Singapore.

Grab your sparkliest cardigan, your orange-glitter nail polish, and maybe (absolutely) your dancing shoes. Taylor Swift isn’t just dropping a new album; she’s turning the release into a full-on cinema event. For two days only. The official release of Life of a Showgirl, a movie-theatre experience tied to her upcoming album of the same name, is coming to Australia from 3–5 October 2025.

As a little reminder to all Melburnians, Victoria’s High Country is (back) open for business, and to let everyone know Tourism North-East, alongside a slew of local businesses are offering up a Bougie High Country Getaway for four lucky people.

Broadway’s hit MJ The Musical lands in Melbourne. From electrifying dance numbers to emotional storytelling, here’s why it feels like being front row at a Michael Jackson concert.

No, it's not just you—eBikes are everywhere right now.

If an unforgettable luxury experience is calling your name, pack your bags, grab your passport, and book yourself the ultimate getaway at one of Hong Kong’s top hotels. 

Feeling wobbly about the future of work? You're not alone. 

Summer '24 hit Mid Air has closed its doors less than a year after it opened.

Laneway Festival 2026 lineup brings Chappell Roan, Wolf Alice, PinkPantheress, BENEE & more to stages across Australia and New Zealand.

Looking for a spot to stay in Victoria and spend time in the tub? Check out Urban List's pick of the best Airbnbs with outdoor spas and baths for 2025.

How untrained and unorthodox home cooks are ushering in a new wave of food enthusiasts.

Sure, vacays are great—but let's be real, they’re SO much better with our four-legged friends in tow.

Whether you’re chasing a city staycay, a beachside break, or a nature retreat together, these dog-friendly stays are fit for two and four-legged luxury.

If you’re looking for something warm and fuzzy with plenty of heartwarming drama along the way, Top End Bub has eight episodes of home-grown goodness just waiting for you to binge. 

From the epic 'whodunit' twists and slapstick ridiculousness to heartwarming friendships and an absolutely stonking list of guest stars, there’s so much to look forward to in Season 5 of Only Murders In The Building.

CMC Rocks QLD’s back for 2026, and boy, are we geared up for this one.

A suburb that suits everyone from city slickers and young families to uni students, North Melbourne is a diverse cultural precinct with a rock solid sense of community.

Keen to sip without spending a cent? Here’s where you can score your free cup of joe in Melbourne.

What’s the go with Ticketmaster’s Face Value Exchange? And how can you use it to score tickets for a sold-out event, or offload tickets that you can no longer use? Here’s everything you need to know.

Olivia Dean is returning Down Under in October 2026 to kick off our spring season with her honey-sweet vocals and soul-filled lyrics. Touring her upcoming album The Art of Loving, the singer has just announced her Australia and New Zealand tour dates. Here are all the details.

Let's give it up for Australian talent. There's no denying that a whole heap of the best fashion labels right now are Aussie born and bred.

Dogs love water just as much as we do, from chasing garden hose streams to splashing in shallow pools. Watching your pup frolic in the waves at Melbourne’s best dog-friendly beaches is pure joy. However, not all beaches welcome furry friends. We've curated the top dog beaches in Victoria for 2025 so you and your best mate can enjoy the coast together. Here are Urban List's picks for the best dog-friendly beaches in Victoria.

Finding the perfect venue for your Christmas soiree isn’t the easiest job (I mean, no one wants to have drinks at the office…) Luckily, we’re here to help speed you along your way and make sure you pick the perfect place.

Let’s cut straight to the chase, Melbourne. After a few years of chaotic fixture changes and interstate envy, the question on every footy fan's lips as we look to the future is: where are we watching the holy grail of Australian sport in 2025?

A melting pot of rich culture, incredible cuisine and plenty of fun, Singapore is the ultimate getaway for families. 

From speakeasies masquerading as convenience stores to culture-rich neighbourhoods, we’ve rounded up the best things to eat, drink, do and see in Singapore on your next city escape.  

Here’s the thing: belonging isn’t up for debate. And if you really want proof? Just look at these nine Black-owned businesses and cultural spaces—serving up suya skewers, good coffee, big art, and even bigger vibes.