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4 Hosting Trends On The Rise In 2025, According To An Expert

Staying in is having a serious moment, and dinner parties are getting a glow-up this year. 

Features

How To Make 2025 Your Most Calm And Centred Year Yet

Your guide to finding more soul-nourishing moments in 2025.

Travel

Feel The Spirit Of Manaakitanga—Your Guide To Uncovering Auckland’s Cultural Treasures

For those on the hunt for a cultural experience rich with all things history, people, stories, and nature, Auckland (Tāmaki Makaurau) should be top of the list. 

Things To Do

These Luxe Retreats Are Some of Australia’s Best—And They Just Dropped an Epic Sale

From rainforests to art deco terrace homes, treat yourself to a retreat among picturesque surroundings this Easter. 

Fam

Why A Disney Cruise Should Be At The Top Of Your Bucket List

Your go-to guide for maximising your time on-board.

Food & Drink

Wine Bars And Free Exhibitions: These Are The Best Places to Date Right Now

Whether you’re planning a first date, an anniversary, or a sweet surprise for your special someone, organising a date that makes them swoon (and scores you some serious brownie points) is always a win.

Fam

6 Hacks Every Toddler Parent Needs To Know, According To A Midwife

We asked mum and midwife Lauren Brenton for the hacks every toddler parent needs to know. 

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9 Hidden Gems In Singapore To Visit In 2025, According To A Seasoned Traveller

Singapore has so much to offer that even a short stopover becomes its own holiday. Uncover the hidden gems of this incredible country—you might just find that you want to stay longer. 

Fam

The Suburban List: Your One-Stop Guide To Buying Your First Home

So you’re ready to take the leap and buy your first home? Here’s how to find the right place to fit your lifestyle, your future, and your community.

Travel

Euro-Bound In 2025? Upgrade Your Layover To A Stayover With These Epic Singapore Deals

We’ve found a stack of elite Singapore stayover deals to kick-start your 2025. 

Things To Do

10 Wellness Spots Around Melbourne To Help You Thrive In ‘25

In 2025, we're ditching the routine overhaul and making small, more realistic changes that stack up to a better year.

Fam

The Suburbs Are Making A Comeback In 2025, Here’s Why

The suburbs are back and they’ve had a major glow-up, blending state-of-the-art design, liveability, affordability, and modern convenience like never before.

Travel

Yatai And Hakata Dolls: A First-Timer’s Guide To Exploring Japan’s Fukuoka City

Tucked away on Japan’s southwestern island of Kyushu, Fukuoka thrives in the understated—a mix of old-world craft and neon-lit nights where every bite and every hidden corner convinces you to stay a little longer. 

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Fatboy Slim And $12 Spritzes: Here’s How To Spend Your F1 Melbourne Grand Prix Weekend

The Formula 1 Louis Vuitton Australian Grand Prix 2025 is a pretty big deal for us Melburnians.

Food & Drink

From Spiced Oat To Cherry Almond: Elite Plant-Based Coffees To Whip Up At Home

When you've maxed out your little treat budget for the week, recreating your fave over-the-top coffee at home can be the next best thing.

Travel

Life In The Fast Lane

As the action revs up on the track, we'll show you how to ace the off-track scene

TV & Movies

The Best Movies On Netflix Australia Right Now (March 2025)

Stay updated with the best movies and documentaries on Netflix Australia this summer. Your ultimate streaming guide is here.

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Chasing Fresh Connections? We’re Hosting An Intimate Dinner Series With Club Sup Next Week

Expect a three-course meal, inventive minty cocktails, wine and conversation cards to get to know your new mates.

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FISHER’s Out 2 Lunch Festival With Vodafone Is Back, Here’s How To Grab Tickets

FISHER's Out 2 Lunch Festival with Vodafone is back, and we have the insider scoop on how to grab up presale tickets. 

Food & Drink

The Espy Just Scored A Sunroom With Open-Air Dining And Sunday Soul Sessions

Housed within the former St Kilda Ichi Ni site, The Espy has dropped a fresh open-air bar, right in the peak of summer. 

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These Are The Mid-Week Plans Perfect For Any Date

From situationships to first dates and catch-ups with your mates, here’s how to date differently in 2025. 

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We’re Hosting A First-Home Buyers Pop-Up At Marnong Estate This Weekend

We're hosting a first-home buyers pop-up complete with expert property panel, DJs, and a stack of freebies from local vendors. 

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Here’s Where You Can Grab A Free Chandon Spritz This Month

Summer might be coming to a close, but there’s no need to go thirsty.

Food & Drink

Amaretto Sours, Sunset Views And Classic Counter Meals: The Prince Is Primed For Summer

The Prince Hotel's snuck in another cheeky refresh, just in time for summer. 

Gifts

25 Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas That Your Special Someone Will Love

Upgrade everything from picnic-dates to love-making with these great Valentine's Day gift ideas. 

Travel

A Local Aussie Chef’s Guide To Spending 24 Hours In Singapore

An Aussie-born chef and Singapore local, Peter Smit has carved a unique place for himself with his nose-to-tail cooking style. We followed the Dirty Supper chef-owner, to uncover what he does to decompress when he's out of the kitchen and off the clock.

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Here’s How to Nail Your Partner’s Love Language This Valentine’s Day, According To Lucy Neville

Love languages were conceived over 30 years ago to help couples better show up for each other, but the internet’s fascination with relationship optimisation has thrust these five acts back into the cultural zeitgeist.

Travel

Singapore Airlines Just Announced Huge Flight Deals To Your Fave Vacay Destinations

Dragged yourself back into the office needing a holiday from your holiday? It’s no secret that the silly season can leave even the most festive-spirited feeling a little flat. Luckily enough, Singapore Airlines has just the solution. 

Food & Drink

Here’s How To Catch Up With Your Mates This Weekend For Less

Sail through the slew of new year birthdays and anniversaries with these tips for budget-friendly celebrating.

Food & Drink

5 Sustainable Tips From Some Of Melbourne’s Most Eco-Friendly Cafes

Sustainable living starts with small, impactful changes, so who better to inspire us than our fave eco-friendly cafes leading the charge? 

Food & Drink

8 Melbourne Cafes Doing Their Part For The Planet In 2024

We teamed up with Australia's largest generator of renewable energy, Momentum Energy to ask you guys where your fave eco-friendly cafes are, and you absolutely delivered. 

Features

Our Travel Editor’s Guide To The Best Places To Visit In 2025

Your go-to guide for maximising your time off in 2025. 

TV & Movies

22 Of The Best Netflix Documentaries To Watch In Summer 2025

We've rounded up the best Netflix documentaries you need to watch right now. From the intriguing to the shocking, it’s all here.

TV & Movies

Best Shows And Movies On Disney Plus Australia (January 2025 Edition)

Kick back and dive into the best Disney+ has to offer in Australia and New Zealand for 2025.

Travel

Our Travel Editor’s Guide To Australia’s 50+ Best Places To Stay In 2025

Ready to plan your next getaway? Discover the top 50 places to stay in Australia for 2025, from secluded forest cabins to luxurious beachside resorts.

Food & Drink

Impress Your Mates With These Summer Prawn Recipes, Hand Picked By Urban List

At this time of year, who wants to spend a long shift in the kitchen sweating it out?

Things To Do

Serving Up Summer | Everywhere To Eat, Stay and Play On Your Australian Open Adventure

We'll show you how to ace the off-court scene by serving up Melbourne's best during the Australian Open

Features

Tanuki Izakaya Is Thriving, Here’s Why They’ve Smashed Their First Year

We had to ask Tanuki's general manager Joong Charpentier the secret to his success—and the answer might surprise you.

Things To Do

7 Outdoor Adventures You Need To Do This School Holidays

From 4WDing amongst exotic animals to tackling river rapids, there’s no shortage of active experiences in Melbourne to fill your calendar with. 

Australia

The Best Airbnbs In Adelaide And Beyond In 2025

Whether you're planning a romantic getaway, a family vacation, or a solo adventure, Adelaide knows a thing or two about secluded cottages nestled near wineries and inner city lofts with some pretty snazzy sunset views conveniently located to hole-in-the-wall coffee shops.

Kid-friendly Venues

Melbourne’s Best Restaurants For A Kid-Friendly Feast

Melbourne certainly has no shortage of restaurants being home to some of the country’s best hospitality. However, every parent knows fine dining is not always synonymous with kid-friendly.

Travel

11 Of Hong Kong’s Best Restaurants And Dining Experiences In 2025

Elevate your Hong Kong dining experience at these top-tier restaurants and hawkers markets.

Features

The Noosa Triathlon Is Returning In 2025, Here’s Everything You Need To Know

We’ve sussed out everything you need to know to ensure you’re ready to hit the the ground running in 2025.

Entertainment

Pink Guards Have Been Roaming Aussie Beaches, Here’s Why

To celebrate the release of Squid Game Season 2, Pink Guards have been wandering the shores of Melbourne and Sydney.

Travel

Everything You Need To Experience At Resorts World Sentosa In Singapore In 2024

From thrilling theme parks and a captivating entertainment calendar to world-class dining and a choice of six luxury hotels, Resorts World Sentosa has it all.

Things To Do

This Popular Shopping Spot Just Scored A Revamped Dining Precinct For The Festive Season

With a jam-packed schedule of Christmas-themed activities kicking off in early November, a huge range of gifting options and a fresh dining precinct, Highpoint is the spot to beat in Melbourne this summer. 

Gifts

Homewares Gifts: 21 Gifts Perfect For Your Decor-Loving Pals

Never underestimate the power of a decor-centric gift.

Gifts

Gifts For Her: 30 Dreamy Ideas Guaranteed To Impress

All the must-have and super thoughtful gifts for her. 

Gifts

Gifts For Him: 26 Gift Ideas That Any Man In Your Life Will Love

Whether it’s your brother, friend, a new(ish) relationship, or a long-term partner, trying to find the perfect gift for the man isn't easy.

Features

Here’s The One Gift That’s Topped Our Shopping Editor’s Christmas Wish List This Year

For that loved one who has absolutely everything, Ancestry’s DNA kit is quite literally the fool-proof gift. 

Gifts

Outdoorsy Gifts: 23 Gifts For That Person Who’s Always Outside

A curated selection of gifts suitable for every type of outdoor-loving human. 

Gifts

Foodie Gifts: 29 Delicious Gift Ideas For Your Favourite Foodie

From snack-sized stocking fillers to show-stopping kitchen essentials, here's our list of gifts sure to please the discerning foodie in your life.

Things To Do

Our Three Day Must Eat, Drink, Do And See Guide To Victoria’s High Country

The High Country means something different to every Victorian. Maybe it’s fond memories camping at Sheepyard Flat over Christmas as a kid, or skiing at Hotham when the powder is heaving. Best of all, there's something for everyone so we've put together a solid travel guide and three-day itinerary for your next country escape.

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The U:L Fashion 50: Everything Essential For Style Right Now

From white tees to iconic sneakers and modern denim, this is the best of the best in wardrobe essentials.

Features

How To Nail The Essentials For Better Sex, According To An Expert

We asked sex therapist Aleks Trkulja to break down the essentials to achieving a safe and fulfilling sex life. 

Health + Wellness

Frank Sinatra And Daily Mantras: How This Rookie Runner Made It To The NYC Marathon

This running rookie and his recent adventure of a lifetime are proof that a desire for positive change and a bit of initiative can take you a long way. 

Gifts

25 Of The Best Beauty Gifts To Shop For Christmas 2024

Add some sparkle to your beauty lover's festive season. 

Fashion

The Best Black Friday And Cyber Monday Sales That Are Still Available

We're here to help you sort the good from the great and to dig up the most unmissable Black Friday sales.

Travel

7 Southeast Asian Cities That You Need To Hit Up For Street Food

If your dream getaway features an itinerary brimming with delicious food recs, then we’ve got seven truly tasty Southeast Asian destinations worth cashing in your annual leave for. 

Pets

Top Tips To Becoming A Pet Parent, According To Our Team

Whether you're a newbie or seasoned pro, we've got you covered.

Food & Drink

Helpings Of Paella And Bite-Sized Tacos: Cool Off With These 4 Summer Recipes This Weekend

We’ve sussed out some seriously tasty (and super easy) prawn recipes that will have your mates mistaking you for a Masterchef contestant with your epic skills in the kitchen.

Travel

Tales Of Roma: Your Guide To Italy’s Cultural Epicentre

Ah, Roma, who can resist the everlasting charm of the Eternal City? It’s a place where you’ll find old-world beauty at every turn, endless museums to explore, so many spirits to be sipped and cacio e pepe is always on the menu.

Travel

Tales Of Milano: Your Guide To Italy’s Most Stylish City

Achingly cool, the world’s fashion capital Milano, is a nonnegotiable stop when planning your next European getaway.

Food & Drink

Tempered Corn Chocolate And Cone-ception: Tarts Anon’s Gareth Whitton On The Future Of Dessert

We had a yarn with Gareth Whitton about the top Aussie dessert businesses and pop-ups that he believes are redefining the world of all things sweet.

Food & Drink

Fast Food Joints And Social Enterprises: Atlas Dining’s Charlie Carrington On The Future Of Food

Robots delivering dishes, lab-grown meat and 3D-printed veggies—imaginations run wild when thinking about the future of food.

Features

These 10 Affordable Furniture Pieces Will Elevate Your Space For Hosting Season

Though it can be daunting, hosting Christmas lunches, friendsmas dinners and milestone moments doesn’t have to be.

Features

Boundary-Pushing Blooms: September Studio’s Bryce Heyworth On The Future Of Floristry

Lavish bouquet-filled tablescapes fill our feeds and online orders for bouquets are booming—the internet has transformed the floristry industry, and we’re lapping it up

Travel

Season Swapping And Detour Destinations: These Are The Biggest Travel Trends For 2025

No matter the health of your post-silly season wallet or your ability to swindle that extra week of leave, these 2025 travel trends will ensure that the next holiday in your calendar is one to remember.

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7 Of The Best Experiences In Australia You Can Do For Less This Weekend

Every city has something to offer, so we’ve leaned on our editors to give you those juicy, affordable recommendations.

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Unpacking The Label, How Activist James Parr Is Dismantling Stereotypes This Year And Beyond

James is a proud triathlete, model, actor, disability advocate, Wiradjuri man and lululemon’s newest Ambassador. He shares lived experiences to champion inclusion and representation in media and fashion. Here, in partnership with lululemon, he unpacks how to dismantle stereotypes this year and beyond. 

Features

We Spoke To Sex Therapist Chantelle Otten About Sex And Intimacy—Here’s What She Told Us

Ahead of the highly anticipated drop of Sex Therapy: Sessions with Chantelle Otten, we spoke to Otten about her new series and the intimate dinner she's hosting to celebrate. 

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Grab Your Camera: These Are The Events You Can’t Miss At This Year’s Sony Scene Festival

Grab your camera team, because Sony Scene Festival just made a massive return to Australian shores. They've lined up over 120 events from a crew of Sony digital imaging ambassadors and industry experts, bringing the creative events platform to the masses.

Travel

Here’s Your Guide To The Ultimate Aussie Roadie For 2024

Plus, win an adventurous Aussie holiday worth up to $3.5K.

Sustainability

This Compact New EV Will Get You From School Pick Ups To Date Nights In Style

Keen to live life more sustainably without compromising on style and those experiences that make for a thrilling social life? Us too. 

Travel

These Luxe Hotels In Tropical North Queensland Are Our Editor’s Go-To For A Getaway

Snorkel on the Great Barrier Reef, immerse yourself in indigenous culture and unwind at one of Crystalbrook Collection's sustainable luxe hotels. Trust us when we say, a trip to Cairns is a truly unforgettable escape. 

Local Escapes

8 Essential Steps To Prep For Your Next Outdoor Adventure

Winter’s finally packing up and the lure of an outdoor getaway has never been stronger.

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The U:L Travel 50: Everything Essential For Your Upcoming Adventure

From luxe luggage to the latest in tech, this is the best of the best when it comes to nailing that airport aesthetic.

Food & Drink

South Melbourne Institution Lucia Is Now Serving Up A Decadent Hazelnut And Coffee Dessert

Indulge in a taste of Italy at South Melbourne’s Lucia with their new limited edition Chocolate, Hazelnut, and Coffee Dessert. Crafted in collaboration with Lavazza and their Tales Of Italy range, this decadent treat is part of a special two-course menu available for a limited time only. 

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Deep In The Otway Ranges, This Whimsical Rainforest Has A 600-Metre Long Canopy Walkway

Tucked away in the lush, tranquil Otway Ranges, just a stone’s throw from the legendary Great Ocean Road, there’s a slice of nature that feels like it’s been plucked straight from a fairy tale

Gifts

These 21 Sustainable Gifts Are Your Answer To Conscious Gift Giving

Make conscious and considered choices when deciding what to buy and give.

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How To Style Corpcore: The Fashion Trend Taking You From Boardroom To Bar

Creative spins on officewear are having a moment, and corpcore is the latest (and best) iteration. To help you nail the look for this season and beyond, we teamed up with Kmart to share our fave corpcore picks from their latest collection. 

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How To Nail The Style Trends Taking Over Your Feeds Right Now

We went digging to sort the timeless from the transient, so you can nail the top runway looks for this season and beyond.

Features

Here’s How To Shake Up Your Shopping Habits For Good In 2024

Ever find yourself in a sustainability bind when it comes to shopping? We’ve joined forces with passionate eco-activist Tamara DiMattina and Momentum Energy to streamline your shopping experience—from weekly groceries to gifting wish lists and finding that perfect party dress. 

Travel

Prep For Take-Off, Singapore Airlines Is Offering Up Flight Deals To A Heap Of Destinations

Whip out the spreadsheet and make sure your passport’s valid, because Singapore Airlines is offering up flight deals to a heap of destinations for its Early Bird Fares sale. 

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How To Nail The Athletic Prep Trend Taking Over Your Feed

Thanks to the return of athleisure on 2024 runways and Zendaya's tennis-core fits, there’s never been a better time to dress like you belong to an exclusive country club. To help you nail the look for this season and beyond, we teamed up with Kmart to share our fave athletic prep picks from their latest collection.