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Crack Into These Egg-Fuelled Recipes Making Positive Change This October

Listen up, egg-lovers, protein-fiends and home cooks alike. World Egg Day (11 October) is approaching, and this year, it’s so much more than just a runny, golden yolk on your avo toast.

Things To Do

Add To Cal: Your Shortcut To Victoria’s Best Regional Events

 With a stacked calendar of festivals and events lighting up regional Victoria this winter, the season’s never looked so good.

Travel

The Regional Delivery Guide: Our Hidden Hotspots That Are Best Ordered In

Consider this your all-access pass to the country’s most humble hidden gems and family-run faves that are serving serious flavour across regional Australia. 

Wellness

This Ultra Luxe Wellness Club Has Its Very Own Rooftop Sauna & Biohacking Suite

South Melbourne is about to score a serious new wellness flex with the arrival of Saint Black.

Food & Drink

The Best Mexican Food in Melbourne Right Now (2025 Edition)

From smoky mezcal cocktails to slow-braised birria tacos dripping with consommé, Melbourne's Mexican food scene is hotter than a habanero right now. We've scoured the city to bring you the must-try taquerias, cantinas and modern Mexican kitchens that'll transport your taste buds straight to Mexico City.

Recipes

From Stale Bread To Sad Veggies: 5 Recipes To Help You Cut Down On Food Waste At Home

Got a drawer of wilting veggies? Bread that's seen better days? Give your ingredients a second life with one of these easy recipes.  

Features

The Ultimate Guide To Designing A Trending Kitchen That Matches Your Vibe In 2025

From morning brews to late night snacks, the kitchen is the heart of the home, so it's important to get it right. 

Features

It’s Time We Expected More From The Brands We Love—Here’s Why

More than ever, we don't just want our values to be reflected in brands' messaging, we want to see them in practice, from the shop floor to HQ.

Things To Do

PSA: This No Lock-In Contract Gym Is Set To Open 14 New Locations This Year

Melbourne, brace yourself: a fitness revolution is rolling into town, and they’re ready to do things differently.

Food & Drink

Melbourne’s Best Bars For A Boozy Good Time In 2025

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. 

Restaurants

2025 Hit List: The Best Restaurants In Melbourne CBD

The heart of Melbourne, the CBD. We've got heaps of good restaurants here in Melbourne and Victoria as a whole. Whether you're looking for Flinders Lane restaurants or you're just looking to tuck into some affordable fare, we've nailed down the best.

Food & Drink

Secret Menu Alert: These Venues Are Serving Exclusive Dishes For One Month Only

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.

Sustainability

Feeling Gross About Your Food Scraps? This Is How Our Team Reduces Waste In The Kitchen

Picking up new habits can be hard, especially with things as routine as throwing scraps in the bin, so we asked our team for their best advice.

Local Escapes

Your Guide To Euro-Style Road Trippin’—Minus The Long-Haul Flight

We’ve uncovered a luxurious lineup of local road trips that feel like a slice of Italy, the Alps and beyond.

Travel

These Stunning Victorian Escapes Deliver Euro Energy Without The Jetlag

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

Features

Go-To Brekkies, Leftover Lunches And Creative Dinners: Alex Crisp Shares A Week In Her Kitchen

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

Things To Do

The New Nightlife Rule: Why We’re Ditching Screens For Real Connection

From secret supper clubs to underground raves, the message is clear: it’s time to put down your phone and dive headfirst into real-life connection, flavour, and vibes.

Food & Drink

Vanilla Slice And Award-Winning Salami: Where To Eat And Drink In The Goulburn Region

 Just 60 minutes from Melbourne, the Goulburn Region is serving up some seriously impressive eats. 

Things To Do

The Future Of Work: These Are The Skill Shifts That Will Define The Next Decade

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

Features

Conscious Consumption: How To Shop Your Values, According To Our Team

Shopping your values can be easier said than done, so we asked our team for their best advice on putting your money where your mouth is.

Things To Do

Chasing A Promotion? Here’s Your Step-By-Step Game Plan

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

Things To Do

Focus In: This Epic Film And Photography Festival Could Send You To Rome

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

Travel

7 Noosa Restaurants Where The Vibes Are As Good As The Food

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

TV & Movies

33 Of The Best Netflix Documentaries To Watch In September 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

46 Of The Best Shows And Movies On Disney Plus Australia (October 2025 Edition)

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

TV & Movies

64 Of The Best Movies On Netflix Australia To Stream Tonight (October 2025)

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

Travel

PSA: Singapore Airlines Just Announced Huge Flight Deals For Next Year’s Euro Summer

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. 

Food & Drink

From Homemade Pizza To Hotpot: These Are The Best Wines For Your Weeknight Faves

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

Travel

14 Spring Getaways In Australia To Book Right Now

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

Travel

Wotif Just Dropped A Host Of Limited-Time Deals To These Top Aussie Destinations

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

Travel

Lobster Rolls And Long Island Beaches: How Artist Pam Hendry Resets In New York State

New York is a state of great escapes, and Pam Hendry knows it well.

Gifts

Gifts For Mum: 30 Awesome Presents She’ll Actually Love

Because she’s not like a regular Mum, she’s a cool Mum who deserves some serious spoiling.

Travel

54 Of The Best Places To Stay In 2025 According To Our Travel Editor

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.

Shopping

5 Reasons You Should Consider Investing In An eBike

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

Travel

The Best Hotels In Hong Kong (2025 Edition)

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. 

Features

The Learning Curve: Your Guide To Getting Future-Ready

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

Features

Rise Of The Unorthodox Cooks: Meet The Young Guns Flipping The Script On Home Cooking

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

Pets

Buckle Up And Plan Your Next Trip With This New Pooch-Friendly Travel Platform

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

Pets

It’s Pooch And Parent Room Service On The Cards At These Luxe Hotels

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.

Things To Do

CMC Rocks QLD Just Dropped A Killer 2026 Lineup: Here’s Everything You Need To Know

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

Things To Do

North Melbourne: What To Eat, Drink And Do In 2025

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.

Features

The Lambros Army On Running, Resilience And Raising Funds

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.

Things To Do

Ride Up To These Cafes Shouting Free Coffee Around The City This Weekend

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

Travel

Postcards From Singapore: Your Guide To Family-Friendly Travel In The Lion City

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

Travel

Postcards From Singapore: Your Cheatsheet To The City’s Hidden Corners And Local Hoods

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.  

Travel

12 Of The Most Beautiful Road Trips In Tasmania

Every route is a scenic route when road tripping through Tasmania, so there’s a lot to get excited about. So pack your bags and embark on the adventure of a lifetime with these 10 stunning road trips to take in Tasmania.

Local Escapes

15 Of The Best Walks In Melbourne And Victoria You Need To Take

Strap on some comfy shoes and grab the trail mix. These are the best walks near Melbourne.

Gifts

Make Father’s Day Fabulous With 27 Of The Best Gifts For Him

It's that time of year again when Father's Day is approaching. But, whatever the occasion, nailing the perfect gift isn't easy and that's where we come in with the best gifts for him.

Wellness

Your Guide To Melbourne’s Best Day Spas In 2025

We live in spa country. We’ve got some of the best day spas in Melbourne and beyond with Daylesford and Sorrento bringing the goods. Breathe in, breathe out, relax your shoulders, and get booking. Here is Urban List's guide to the best days spas Melbourne and Victoria have to offer.

Local Escapes

The Best Dog-Friendly Hotels In Sydney For A Tail-Wagging Time in 2025

From water views to luxe city centre stays, Urban List has picked out the best pet-friendly hotels in Sydney and the packages on offer for your dog.

Food & Drink

8 Sustainable Sunshine Coast Restaurants Worth The Road Trip

Feel good knowing your meal didn't come at a cost to the planet.

Travel

15 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.

Pets

Here’s How To Win $2K For You And Your Pup’s Next Adventure Together

Discover your dog's travel style, plus a few travel tips and score $2K towards your next vacay together.

Travel

Heading To Noosa? Add These Stunning Spots To Your Stay And Play Lists

With a forecast of crisp sunny days and good times on the agenda, there’s endless places to play and stay in this literal slice of paradise.

Australia

32 Of The Best Restaurants In Adelaide Worth Checking Out (September 2025 Edition)

Adelaide—and all of South Australia alike—have skyrocketed their way to some of the country's hottest culinary merits thanks to their stunner local produce, homegrown talent and some gutsy big openings.

Travel

These Limited-Time Hotel Deals Are Your Sign To Book A Trip To Singapore

Perfect for family holidays, solo sojourns, or a getaway with your mates, Flight Centre just dropped a stack of Singapore hotel deals, so get planning on your next overseas getaway.

Travel

These Are The Sights, Scents And Flavours That Define A Trip To Brisbane

 Next-gen artists lighting up the city, tropical islands, ancient rainforests and sun-soaked afternoons await.

Local Escapes

8 Of The Best Restaurants On Hamilton Island

Hamilton Island—the holiday place of the nation’s rich and famous and if you're lucky, you and yours. we’ve done the legwork and scoped out the best restaurants Hamilton Island has to offer, so get that online booking forefinger ready.

Travel

Starry Nights And Superyachts: 7 Reasons You Need To Head To Hamilton Island Race Week

You don't have to be a sailing fanatic to head to Hamilton Island Race Week. 

Travel

11 Of The Best Places To Stay On Hamilton Island In 2025

Explore the best Hamilton Island accommodation options, from luxury resorts to family-friendly stays and secluded villas. Whether you're after a romantic escape, family holiday, or relaxing retreat, our guide will help you find the perfect Hamilton Island resort for your dream getaway.

Fam

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

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

Travel

Everywhere To Eat, Drink And Play At The City2Surf 2025

Once you’ve crossed the finish line, cool down, kick-on and soak up the scenery at Sydney’s best bars, restaurants and hotels.

Features

Making The Switch: The Most Common EV Myths, And Why They’re Not True

The only thing standing between you and your next-gen ride is a bunch of outdated misconceptions—so we're debunking them for you.

Travel

Collingwood Captain Darcy Moore’s Guide To Aussie Exploration

When he's off the field, Darcy Moore's finding his next favourite plate, place and pour across Australia. 

Gifts

Gifts For Her: 32 Dreamy Presents To Impress

Present-hunting is an art. Let us help you master it with our picks of the best gifts for her.

Features

Tommy Casha On The Power Of Good Chats And Finding Time For Mates

We all need connection, but sometimes it's easier said than done. So we asked "full-time chatter" Tommy Casha for his advice on getting through.

Things To Do

Here’s The Wintery Events To Explore This Weekend And Where To Dine Before And After

If there’s one guarantee in this life, it's that there's always something to do in Melbourne—even when the temps start dropping offensively low.

Features

How Roberta Pecoraro Turns Mid-Week Chaos Into Heartfelt Moments On A Plate

We all know the five love languages—but for model and home cook Roberta Pecoraro, there’s one missing: cooking.

Travel

Eat Your Way Through Texas With 8 Food Spots You Can’t Miss

To understand Texas, you need to eat your way through it. And thanks to this guide, you'll know exactly where to go when you take the holy trip down to the Lone Star State.

Food & Drink

Matcha And Farm-To-Table Feeds: Collingwood Captain Darcy Moore’s Top Melbourne Haunts

We asked Collingwood Captain Darcy Moore where he hits when he’s off the field and heading out in his hometown.

Local Escapes

A Local’s Guide To Eating, Drinking And Hanging Out In Bendigo

Bendigo has seriously diversified its portfolio since its opulent gold rush era. Now with an impressive food scene, buzzing creative community and regional charm aplenty, it's the weekend getwaway from the city you need to take. 

Travel

Your Guide To Stress-Free And Wallet-Friendly Travel In 2025

Through a combination of cost-cutting techniques and selective use of annual leave, you can increase the number of holidays you go on in your lifetime without sending your miscellaneous bills through the roof.

Travel

18 Of The Best Restaurants In Paris For Your 2025 Euro Trip

To help you explore the crème de la crème of Parisian dining, we’ve narrowed it down to the best 18 restaurants in Paris to hit up in 2025.

Best Of

A Local’s Guide To Eating, Drinking And Hanging Out In Geelong

Geelong, it's only an hour away from Melbourne but it's a whole new world and there's plenty of things to get around. Here's the local inside scoop on where to eat, drink, play and stay when you're in The Pivot.

Things To Do

Melbourne’s Martini Game Just Got Seriously Elevated With These Specialty Menus

Grey Goose is celebrating martini month with specialty cocktails and snacks at these Melbourne venues.

Food & Drink

Elite-Tier Melbourne Restaurants You Need To Tick Off Your Bucket List

Basement Japanese, elevated French, modern Indian—the list goes on. These are just some of the city's fine diners topping our list right now.

Things To Do

10 Awesome Things To Do In Melbourne This Weekend

Whether it's Dolly Parton hitting the Comedy Theatre stage bootstraps and rhinestones in tow, or the awaited return of Lightscape’s epic winter trail, Melbourne’s serving up another weekend of top-tier happenings. 

Local Escapes

A Local’s Guide To Eating, Drinking And Hanging Out In Ballarat

Arguably Melbourne’s most picturesque regional city, Ballarat was founded in 1838 and was the centre of the gold rush in Victoria—and very briefly one of the wealthiest cities in the world. It’s come a long way since then and it’s not just about gold rush history anymore—there’s more things to eat, drink, do and see than ever before.

Food & Drink

The Martini Is King Of The Cocktails, These Melbourne Bars Serve Bangin’ Ones

These are our favourite six spots to grab a martini when you’re cruising about Melbourne. 

Travel

This New Hotel Is Boasting An Epic Beer Garden In The Heart Of Bondi

This experience-led social living hotel offers oh-so-much more than a place to lay your travel-weary head.

Things To Do

Melbourne’s Festival Of Fire And Light Is Back To Warm Up Your Winter

If you're planning on cosying up and leaving home only for the most impressive events this winter you're in luck, because Firelight Festival is set to return bigger and brighter than ever. 

Fashion

From Classiccore To The New Business Casual: Suss Our Crew’s Trending Op Shop Finds

Meet classiccore—the lover of all things crisp collars and sensible loafers, and the rise of new business casual—less blazer, more personality.

Fashion

Minimalist Matrix Is Trending: Here’s How We Thrifted The Look

Whether it’s Hailey, Kendall, Bella—or the mysterious man serving straight looks outside your local—the minimalist matrix aesthetic is having a moment.

Entertainment

Squid Game’s Back For A Final Season: Here’s What You Need To Know

The global phenomenon that broke Netflix records, sparked countless Halloween costumes and gave an all-new meaning to ‘red light, green light’, is gearing up for one final twisted, terrifying round.

Activities & Itineraries

Things To Do In Melbourne Right Now

Consider this your Melbourne bucket list that covers both tourist attractions and local haunts. There are endless things to do, see, eat and drink but sometimes it's difficult to know where to start. Like all good city guides, we’ve divided our hit list into a compass-like fashion to help you navigate your way around Melbourne’s best activities. So this is your chance to discover something new in your suburb or dare to venture into an unfamiliar area.

Bars & Pubs

The Best Rooftop Bars In Melbourne (2025 Edition)

From moody rooftops where you'll drink by candlelight to iconic venues serving up the city's best views, we've sussed out the Melbourne rooftop bars that are on another level. These are the best rooftop bars calling Melbourne home in 2025.

Travel

Chasing Sun? Check In To This Luxe Brisbane Hotel With A Swim-Up Bar

After a few hours scoping out the facilities, you’ll discover there’s no real reason to leave The Westin Brisbane—everything you need for a good time is at your fingertips.

Travel

Luxury Escapes Just Announced Limited-Time Deals For These Top Destinations

Whether you're looking for a beachside vacation in Southeast Asia or you want to see what delights Australia has to offer, here's how you can experience a luxury vacation without breaking the bank..

Features

5 Of The Most Common Home Buying Hurdles, And How To Avoid Them

We're breaking down five of the most common hurdles first-home buyers face, and how to tackle them like a pro.

Food & Drink

We Asked Our Team for Their Favourite Lazy Dinner Hacks

Sometimes the best meals are the ones that take the least effort—here are our team's faves.