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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. 

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. 

Things To Do

Who Are You Celebrating Valentine’s-Day With This Year? Here’s 5 Things To Do For Any Date

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

Things To Do

Flight Club

Darts are back, baby.  If you’re anything like us and have been craving something to do while consuming a tasty beverage, Flight Club’s social darts and cocktails situation is exactly what the doctor ordered.

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Overnewton Castle

Rarely will you find the words castle and nonchalant in the same sentence, and yet that's Overnewton Castle for you—a delightfully unpretentious escape from the city. In this Bridgerton-esque, heritage-listed homestead, there’s no expectation to frock up, only to soak in the lush surrounds.

Fashion

Ksubi Melbourne

It's the Sydney-born brand that’s worked with the likes of Kendall Jenner and Travis Scott, and has outposts in all of the major cities such as New York, Los Angeles, and London. Now, the streetwear label is returning to its aussie roots with a flagship store in Melbourne.

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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.

What's On

What’s On In Melbourne This Week, This Month And Beyond

It's 2025, and Melbourne's cultural grounds are firing on all burners with plenty of things to do. Festivals, Theatre, food and more are all ripe for the filling of that social calendar, and your stomach. The real question is how many of these can you fit into one week? Here's what's on.

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

SWOP

Melbourne is no stranger to fashionable punters—after all, the city is dubbed the fashion capital for a reason. You wouldn’t be the first to be in awe of someone’s fit as they walk down Swanston Street, and you certainly wouldn’t be the last. Wondering where everyone is going? It could very well be SWOP. 

Activities & Itineraries

Hijinx Hotel

Late in 2019, the luxurious Hotel Chadstone opened its doors which granted guests convenient access to unwind in the rooftop pool or indulge in a relaxing spa treatment following a long day of shopping. Fast forward to 2023, and Australia's largest shopping centre has now opened its second hotel on the opposite side of the precinct. But this time, it comes with a slight twist. 

Activities & Itineraries

Cinema Nova

Cinema Nova, the indie darling of Melbourne’s extensive cinema collection, is now over 30 years old and showing no signs at all of slowing down, so if you’re looking for arthouse films and eclectic screenings, please look no further. Starting off with a sparse 4 screens back in 1992, it’s now evolved into a 16-screen Elysium for movie lovers, and there are no questions as to why.

Things To Do

10 Awesome Things To Do In Melbourne This Weekend

Melbourne’s turning it on this weekend with festive vibes, killer eats, and a whole lot of fun. Think Laneway hacks, Valentine's shindigs, mind-blowing art installations, and indulgent foodie moments—there’s no better excuse to pack your calendar and soak up the city’s best. This is everything that's on Friday, 14 February to Sunday, 16 February.

Things To Do

The Best Swimming Pools In Melbourne, 2025 Edition

As the temperature rises and summer holidays get into full swing, it’s time to hit the pool. Here’s our list of the best places to make a splash this summer.

Health + Wellness

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.

Markets & Food Events

Flag & Spear

Tea. It’s a daily ritual for many of us. We define ourselves by our choice of brew—are you an English breakfast fiend? Or an earl grey loyalist? Maybe you prefer a fruity or a herbal variety. There are far too many teas out there for us to list them all, but thankfully we don’t have to. Flag & Spear Tea Hunters are here to teach us all about this ancient beverage and its many varieties.  

Restaurants

Three Blue Ducks

After a few rumours, a little hearsay around the hospo traps and plenty of crossed fingers, Three Blue Ducks has dropped the news that they’ll be opening their first southern state restaurant at Tullamarine wave park, URBNSURF.

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Warramunda Estate

It's fair to say Robert and Irene Magdziarz know a thing or two about good wine. After hand-planting their first vineyard in the Macedon Ranges, they moved to Coldstream and took over the old Warramunda Station in 2007, turning it into one of the Yarra Valley’s finest biodynamic wineries, Warramunda Estate.

Local Escapes

Oyster Martinis, An Infinity Pools & Cloud-Like Robes: It’s Not A Dream, It’s Jackalope

There’s a reason Jackalope on the Mornington Peninsula is on everyone’s bucket list: from its stunning grounds to unique architectural design, moody black colour palette or funky bar and restaurant, the hotel is the very definition of a luxury stay.

Things To Do

Free Pastries and Expert Insights: We’re Hosting A First-Home Buyers Pop-Up At Marnong Estate

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

Activities & Itineraries

The Official Jurassic World Exhibition Is Turning Melbourne Into A Prehistoric Paradise

Returning to where it all started Jurassic World: The Exhibition is pipelining for Melbourne with some raving reviews following its massive season in Sydney. 

Homewares

Smash Splash

Melbourne’s first Splash Room just splashed on the scene and it’s even fun to say: Smash Splash. Try saying that three times fast.

Homewares

National Gallery Of Victoria

You can’t call yourself a true Melbournian till you’ve stuck your hand on the Waterwall at the National Gallery of Victoria (AKA the NGV International). It’s something every Melbourne local remembers from their childhood.

Activities & Itineraries

Zero Latency

Like all good businesses, Zero Latency was born in a garage. Scott Vandonkelaar's garage actually. Scott and Zero Latency co-founders Tim Ruse, and Kyel Smith wanted to create a virtual experience that went beyond a computer screen. 

Fam

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

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

Features

How To Make 2025 Your Most Calm And Centred Year Yet

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

News

Adore Beauty’s First IRL Store Is In Melbourne & Yes There’s Still Tim Tams

What else can we say. It's everything you love about the online store, in real life. Including the Tim Tams with every purchase.

Local Escapes

Taltarni Vineyard

Looking for a gem to visit on your next Sunday (or weekday) drive? Look no further! Recruit your bae, jump in your car and road trip to the stunning Taltarni Vineyard. This spot will woo your heart. Guaranteed.

Activities & Itineraries

Melbourne Museum

Ah, Melbourne Museum. You guys probably remember it as that place you used to get dragged along to for school excursions or uni assignments.

Activities & Itineraries

Eureka Tower

Eureka Tower is hard to miss. Literally.

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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.

Things To Do

The Best Runs In Melbourne For 2025

As the popularity of running has grown exponentially, getting your own slice of pavement has become a prized commodity. Across Melbourne, the ritual of putting one foot in front of another has hit new heights with Park Run, Run Clubs and regular punters shaving down their splits on Strava.

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.

TV & Movies

The Virtual Reality Cinema

A few years ago, Virtual Reality was something nerds did in the privacy of their own homes. Most people didn’t know what it was, and they didn’t want to know. Something about dragons? You put this weird headset thing on? It all sounded a bit Matrix.

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Scienceworks

Forget everything that comes to mind when you think of science. Including your old physics teacher who crushed your dreams of being a scientific genius when he gave you a D on your physics test (it’s a sore spot, okay).

Local Escapes

Ovolo Laneways

Ovolo Laneways is one of the ‘new breed’ Melbourne hotels. Which means they’re big on added extras, little conveniences and high-speed, free-flowing WIFI.

What's On

Ace Your Eats, Drinks, Gigs And Matches At The Australian Open 2025

It's the earmarked sports event of the summer, the Australian Open 2025 is the iconic stretch of January where Melbourne suddenly transforms into tennis-arm-chair experts. 

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. 

Travel

Grab Your Mates And Rent This Entire Private Island Off Tasmania For Just $150 A Night

Ever wanted to live out your very own White Lotus experience but without the murder mystery? Three Hummock Island, a private island off the Tassie coast might be just the spot to do it—best of all you can rent it for pittance. 

Cafes

Good Times Milk Bar

Bentleigh locals, we’ve got some good news. Good Times Milk Bar is officially open for business, and your Sunday mornings just got 37% more delicious.

Things To Do

Where To Watch The Super Bowl In Melbourne 2025

The Super Bowl is a big deal, and whether or not you're into American sport you can't help but get caught up in the fever, the chicken wings and of course the drama.

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

Wellness

Your Guide To Melbourne’s Best Day Spas In 2025

We live in spa country. There’s really no excuse to drown in stress with these tranquil, blissful oases all around us. We’ve got some of the best spas in Melbourne and beyond with Daylesford and Sorrento bringing the goods. Breathe out, relax your shoulders and get booking. Here is Urban List's guide to the best spas in Melbourne and Victoria for 2025.

What's On

The Gig Feed | All The Melbourne Music News You Need To Know

There's nothing quite like the music scene in Melbourne. Any night of the week in pretty much any stretch of the town, you can catch live tunes—be it howling, foot-stomping rock 'n roll in sticky-floored pubs, sultry jazz in booth-seated lounges, or dirty techno at one of the many dens and d-floors in town.

Things To Do

Unmissable Summer Music & Food Festivals In Victoria 2025

Explore the vibrant lineup of festivals in Victoria for 2025. From music to food, these unforgettable events showcase the best of the region’s culture and community.

Things To Do

Where To Find The Best Nightclubs In Melbourne

It's something that Melburnians can take deep pride in, other states might have the weather but our bustling late-night music culture and good-time mentality is second to none in this country. 

Things To Do

The Five Best Spots To See Melbourne’s Most Beautiful Jacaranda Trees

The sight of the blossoming purple flowers of the Jacaranda trees is a friendly reminder that the true frosty season is over and there are warmer climates ahead. The Jacaranda is typically earmarked with the coming of summer and Christmas (according to the jingle). The floral tree is an Australian icon in the plant community and a welcome beacon to the tail end of the year. 

Pets

The Best Dog Beaches In Melbourne & Victoria For 2025

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.

Things To Do

23 Date Ideas In Melbourne That Aren’t Dinner And A Movie

Stuck for unique date ideas in Melbourne? The sheer number of options is overwhelming, but don't worry we've got you. If you're looking for the best, fun, cute, cheap, cool, free or first date ideas we have something good for everyone.

Travel

Your 2025 Guide To Victoria’s Best Free Camping Sites

No matter the season, it's always a good time to get outdoors and camp in Victoria's wilderness. Victoria has a ton of both paid and free campsites around the state, most of them fairly accessible from the city.

Fitness

Sweat It Out At Melbourne’s Best Boutique And Independent Gyms

Attention all gym junkies, Melbourne has some new gyms on the scene who are definitely showing their bulk compared to the chains. There are also plenty of small, boutique gyms that offer a more personalised approach than the giants. Maybe 2025 is the time for a change, whether that be joining a gym or swapping yours for a small business. Either way, we’ve got the scoop on Melbourne’s best boutique and independent gyms right here for you.

Things To Do

14 Of The Best Pottery Classes In Melbourne (2025 Edition)

Looking to unleash your inner creative and get your hands a little dirty? Us too—we haven’t done pottery since Year 8 art class. Thankfully, Melbourne's thriving pottery scene is the perfect place to reconnect with those earthy roots.

Activities & Itineraries

The Best Escape Rooms In Melbourne (Updated 2025)

Remember when an adventurous night out meant a couple of lukewarm pints in a pub that was two suburbs away from your house? Not anymore. Now, it’s all about Melbourne's escape rooms.

Things To Do

The Best Go Karting In Melbourne 2025

Go karting is a timeless activity. The almost child-like pursuit of speed and reckless endangerment is a thrill that you can’t (and shouldn’t) get driving to coles. With many tracks and karts around town, all with their own different bends and different levels of engine CC’s, it can be a little difficult to know where exactly you should burn rubber. 

Restaurants

Your Ultimate Guide To Lygon Street’s Best Restaurants For 2025

Like the precinct’s spruikers, the choice really is overwhelming when it comes to Lygon Street restaurants. One will tell you they have the freshest carbonara in the southern hemisphere while the other will stake claim to a 400 cheese pizza. Both worthy options, but dig deeper and you’ll find a diverse culinary offering ranging from fiery ramen at one end and modern Australian at the other.

Restaurants

Where To Celebrate Melbourne Lunar New Year 2025

The Lunar New Year is fast approaching and 2025 is the year of the Wood Snake, which symbolises wisdom, transformation, stability and creativity and we're here to learn and grow, and celebrate.

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. 

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.

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. 

What's On

Catch The World’s Biggest Yayoi Kusama Exhibition At The NGV

In a monumental celebration of contemporary art, NGV International is hosting the largest-ever retrospective of iconic Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama. Featuring over 180 works, this expansive exhibition spans Kusama’s extraordinary eight-decade career, making it a global first and an unmissable event.

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Here’s How To Score Free Tickets To How To Make Gravy

Together with the legends at BINGE, we're hosting exclusive movie screenings on gravy day.

What's On

The Best Christmas Lights Displays In Melbourne For 2024

It’s that special time of year, the time when you eat as much ham/seafood/turkey/pork/scones as your body can handle. When you pour copious amounts of alcohol into your mouth to help you forget about all the terrible things you said at the Christmas party.

Markets & Food Events

The Best Christmas Markets In Melbourne To Hit Up This Silly Season

The silly season brings with it many things: Kris Kringle pressies that’ll likely be regifted next year, boozed-up relatives and that awkward, annual decision of which side of the family you’ll be spending Christmas day with. It’s not all festive faux pas, though—one such thing that’s universally loved this time of the year is Christmas markets.

Markets & Food Events

5 Must Eat (And Drink) Events At The 2025 Melbourne Food And Wine Festival

The quintessential summer tradition in Melbourne’s cultural calendar, the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival (MFWF) is set to make a highly anticipated return in March 2025 for another round of one-off dinners, chef residencies, pop-ups and long lunches. Spanning across 10 days, from March 21 to 30, the MFWF program is jam-packed, featuring over 200 events across the city and surrounding suburbs. 

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.

Things To Do

The Ultimate Local Guide To Christmas In Melbourne

Ah, Christmas—the season of sparkly lights, festive tunes and a to-do list longer than Santa’s. Between finding the perfect gift, planning events that scream “holiday spirit” and navigating the chaos of end of year celebrations, it’s easy to feel like an overworked elf. But don’t worry, we’re here to help you shop, explore and eat your way to a stress-free December 25th.

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. 

Things To Do

World-First LEGO Star Wars Exhibition Landing In Melbourne On May The Fourth

Patience, young padawan LEGO Star Wars: The Exhibition will be knocking down blast doors and arriving in Melbourne next year at Melbourne Museum.

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.

What's On

Queen Victoria Market’s Summer Night Market Is Returning For 2024

Balmy weather, 8pm sunsets, and iced lattes in hand are all telltale signs summer is almost here. But the real marker isn’t when Woolies decks the aisles in tinsel, it's when the Summer Night Market returns to Queen Vic Market.

Best Of

The Pickleball Lowdown: What Is Pickleball And Where You Can Play In Melbourne

Pickleball is a cocktail of racket sports. It uses a rubber paddle similar to table tennis, played on courts just like badminton, and has major squash vibes. You can play it indoors or outdoors, with two or four players, and if you did a double take passing by a game, you might almost mistaken it for tennis. In 2024, Pickleball in Melbourne is popping off, so we did some digging.

What's On

A Ridiculously Festive, Four-Week-Long Christmas Festival Is Taking Over Melbourne

Melbourne loves to make a big deal of things—think laneways and the metro rail project—and fortunately for us, Christmas falls into that category of ‘things’. Kicking off at the end of the month is the City of Melbourne’s four-week-long Christmas Festival set to take over the city.

Things To Do

How To Spend Smarter And Travel More With The Singapore Airlines Kris+ App

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's On

Your Guide To Melbourne’s Biggest Theatre Shows, And Where To Cop Tickets

In Melbourne, if there's a stage, there'll be theatre, and fortunately, there are plenty of both in this city. From local to international titles, there are thespians a plenty duking it out under the spotlights, portraying fables of mystery, sci-fi, right across to classic productions. 

Activities & Itineraries

Moonlight Cinema Is Back In Action With A Summer Season In The Botanic Garden

It’s that time of year again where Melbourne welcomes Moonlight Cinema back for its 28th summer. Returning to their usual turf—the Botanic Gardens Friday 29 November 2024. This annual cinematic tradition has multiple flicks to feast your eyes on. 

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.

What's On

Here’s What’s Open On Cup Day In Melbourne 2024

There are plenty of ways to make the most of the Melbourne Cup public holiday. It starts with a coffee at your local, then the day could likely mosey into a meal at the pub, followed by a cocktail and bite at one of the many watering holes open on Tuesday 5 November.

Features

Drive-In Diners And Retro Rooftops—We Uncover The Hidden Gems Behind LA’s Biggest Icons

Go behind the scenes of LA's biggest icons to explore the other side of the city of angels.

Things To Do

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.

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. 

Travel

Cameras At The Ready—Here’s 10 Of The Best LA Hot Spots For A Star-Sighting

Known for its sprawling mansions, thriving entertainment industry and palm-studded streets, Los Angeles is a natural celebrity habitat. To give you the best chance of clapping eyes on Hollywood’s rich and famous, we uncovered 10 of the top spots for VIP sightings. 

Things To Do

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.

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.

What's On

Dylan Alcott’s Ability Fest Is Making Its Triumphant Return This Year

The world would be a far better place if there were more festivals like Ability Fest, but for now, we can relish in the fact that the country’s most inclusive event is making a triumphant return this October, taking over not just Melbourne but making an exciting debut in Brisbane.

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. 

Things To Do

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

Things To Do

Puffing Billy Twilight Rides Are Coming In H-O-T T-O G-O

Everoyne's favourite train is running a late timetable this spring, with Twilight Trains choo chooing us into the balmy evenings ahead and making room for plenty of Instagrammable moments. 

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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.

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. 

Things To Do

The Grand Prix Is Hitting Singapore With An Electrifying Line Up, Here’s Everything You Need To Know

The Singapore Grand Prix is a goosebump-inducing event that transforms the already buzzing city into the ultimate adult’s playground. Trust us when we say you’re going to want to book in some annual leave and snag yourself a ticket.

Things To Do

20 Of The Best Things To Do In Noosa In 2024

If you’re up the top end of the Sunshine Coast and looking for things to do in the bustling hub that is Noosa, we’ve got you covered.

Things To Do

Keep An Eye Out For Westinghouse And Mrs Mac’s New Pie Popping Up In The City This Month

To the delight of Melburnians and Sydneysiders, Westinghouse is back on its mission to serve free food to hungry crowds.

What's On

Love Your Local? Score A Free Oat Coffee This Week Just By Dialling This Hotline

Score a free oat coffee in Melbourne or Sydney with Oatly’s "Support Your Local Oat Dealer" campaign. Find out where to get yours from Sept 16-22.

Things To Do

This 250-Work Exhibit Packed With Vintage Advertising Ends Soon

This month, more than 250 works from the visionary Czech artist will take over the Art Gallery of New South Wales for Alphonse Mucha: Spirit Of Nouveau, the biggest solo exhibition of the legendary artist's work in the Southern Hemisphere.

Food & Drink

Discover New Flavours Every Thursday With The Best Tequila Tipples On Offer This August

Thirsty Thursdays just got a whole lot tastier with a slew of freaking delicious cocktails on offer this month—even better, we’ve got the inside scoop on how you can score a tipple on the house.

Travel

Noosa’s Dining Scene Is On A Meteoric Rise—Here’s 7 Of The Best Venues In 2024

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

Travel

A Local’s Guide On Where To Play And Stay In Noosa, 2024 Edition

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.

Things To Do

Sante! Sip On 110 French Wines In The Historic St Kilda Town Hall At Le Grape Escape

From the same crew that brought us So Frenchy, So Chic, tuck into 110 wines from 13 wine regions at Le Grape Escape in St Kilda's historic Town Hall.

Restaurants

Your Ultimate Local Melbourne Guide To Father’s Day 2024

The annual holiday celebrating all things Dad is fast approaching with September 1 just around the corner

Fam

An Epic Nine-Day Cultural Festival Is Heading To Broome This August

Marking the end of Broome's pearl harvest season when the fortunes of the pearl farmer are told, Shinju Matsuri celebrates this unique blend of cultures with a jam-packed schedule of events in August. 

Local Escapes

Catch This Australian-First Iris Van Herpen Exhibit Exclusively In Brisbane

Iris van Herpen: Sculpting the Senses, has landed at the Gallery Of Modern Art (GOMA) and it’s jaw-droppingly good, so there’s never been a better time to book a sneaky getaway to our northern neighbour. 

Fam

World-Class Golf Simulator Now Open In Clyde North

Big swing, all ding! The suburbs are set for another cracking entertainment venue, this time in the form of an indoor golf simulator. X-Golf is moving into Clyde North on August 21 and will provide a sports entertainment hybrid with a big food and drink offering. 

Features

Why Are On-Trend Travellers Flocking To This Aussie City?

When the New York Times names a city in their 2024 places to go, you pay attention—there’s something bold going down.

What's On

The Docklands Banksy Exhibition Scores Six New Mind-Blowing Artworks

We might not know who Banksy is, but there's no denying the global fascination with his (or their?) art. The enigmatic graffiti artist is renowned for his provocative and often political street art, which is currently showcased in Docklands, following successful runs in London, Amsterdam, and the US.

Things To Do

5 Of The Best Ways To Survive Winter In Melbourne

Those frosty mornings and dark arvos have well and truly hit, and suddenly rolling out of bed for that 6am HIIT class seems impossible. We've teamed up with our mates at Battery World to bring you the ultimate guide to not just surviving, but absolutely thriving in Melbourne this winter.

Things To Do

The Ultimate Guide To MIFF 2024 Plus The Five Flicks You Need To See

Mighty MIFF (Melbourne International Film Festival) is back this week from Thursday 8 August to Sunday 25 August. The program is 250 films thick, with round-the-clock screenings, world premiers, and emerging talent debuts. We’ve deciphered the program into bite-sized pieces so you know what to watch, where to eat (and drink), and all the things you can do off-screen.

Things To Do

Snow Season Has Arrived—Here’s Our First Timer’s Guide To Alpine Adventures

Next time you feel like rugging up for a snowy adventure, turn a day into a stay and soak up the best of Victoria’s wintery wonderland.

Things To Do

Here’s How The Rookies In Our Run Club Are Training Up For City2Surf

With one of the biggest days on Sydney’s event calendar just around the corner, join Urban List's City2Surf Run Club as we train to look and feel our best—from the start line all the way through to the inevitable kick ons.

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6 Ways To Decompress Outdoors This Winter That’ll Get Your Blood Pumping

To help you get out there in the colder months, we teamed up with Kathmandu to uncover a fresh slew of outdoor activities that'll fend off the frost. 

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Catch Rhys Nicholson And Anne Edmonds At This Night Of Dark Comedy And Rum

Clear your calendars for a night of daringly dark jokes from the depths of humour as The Kraken Black Spiced Rum's Darkest Show returns for a second year. This time with Rhys Nicholson, Anne Edmonds, Greg Larsen, and Daniel Muggleton at the helm. 

Food & Drink

Supper Clubs Are Popping Up All Over The City—Here’s How We Nail The Cosy Trend From Home

Supper clubs have been taking over our feeds and flooding our inboxes recently and frankly, we can’t get enough.

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This Immersive Light Experience Is Transforming The Depths Of Marvel Stadium

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. 

Features

How The Great Outdoors Can Help You Flick The Flat Feelings This Winter

Together with Kathmandu, we’re exploring third places through an outdoor lens this winter, to help you uncover yours.

Travel

4 Of The Best Wellness Experiences You Need To Try In Hong Kong

​​Vacays don’t have to be all about pounding the pavement to check off a list of tourist hotspots. Sometimes (read: often), it’s the perfect opportunity to slow down and recharge your batteries. Fortunately, Hong Kong is the dream destination for doing just that, with a slew of truly soul-nourishing experiences on offer. 

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10 Spots To Snap Striking Photos Around Aotearoa And Australia Right Now

This year's Sony Alpha Awards just landed, so we’ve sussed out some truly incredible places across Australia and New Zealand—to inspire you to pick up your camera and snag the winning shot. 

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Watch The Enchanting Rendition Of Oscar Wilde’s Life In Melbourne—Ballet Edition

After the runaway success of An American In Paris, The Australian Ballet and the legendary choreographer Christopher Wheeldon are gearing up to present Oscar, a mesmerising ballet performance leaning heavily into two of Oscar Wilde’s most influential stories.

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Disco Down As Immersive Da Vinci Experience Pops Off With DJ Sets

Off the back of Lume's wildly popular last two exhibitions (Van Gogh, French Impressionism) the large-scale digital gallery has just announced its most important and transformative show since opening. 

Travel

This Scenic Railway Trip Through Lush Rainforest Is A Far North Queensland Must Do

We’re looking to level up our holidays and train travel is absolutely at the top of our list.

Features

The NGV’s Winter Masterpieces Exhibition ‘Pharaoh’ Is A Giant Exploration Of Ancient Egypt

The NGV Winter Masterpieces announcement is always a highly anticipated affair, in the past few years we've seen massive unveilings from a complete Picasso exploration, a journey through French Impressionism and more. 

Food & Drink

What’s Open In Melbourne On The King’s Birthday 2024

It may be a whole lot colder but the prospect of a three-day weekend is one mighty-fine way to warm the soul. This coming King’s Birthday in Melbourne for 2024, Monday 10 June, a selection of Melbourne’s venues will still be turning it on for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Here's what’s open on this King’s Birthday public holiday in Melbourne 2024 (so far):

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A UNIQLO Pop-Up Is Giving Away Free Thermals In The City Today

Japanese fashion powerhouse UNIQLO has been cooking up a pop-up to stave off the frigid winter months. 

Features

After Several Years Pending Approval, Melbourne’s Mammoth Surf Park Has Been Given The Green Light

The humble south-eastern suburb of Dingley Village will soon be home to a state-of-the-art wave park. The project, pending State Government approval, has since been given the green light after a five-year wait when it was initially pitched in 2019.

Activities & Itineraries

The Best Walks To Take In Inner Melbourne

Getting out and pounding the pavement and mixing up your environments is a bloody good way to refresh the body and the mind. There are plenty of ripper trails and paths across the city that’ll give you some great vistas of Melbourne and show off some of its most pristine stretches and undiscovered spots.

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Moama Lights Returns For 2024 With A New Theme: Enchanted Nights: A Celebration of Light

In the small town of Moama just on the outside of the Victorian border sits a stretch of the Murray river that holds a long and special history. 

Travel

Australia’s Best Hikes And Walks You Need To Conquer

Dig out the CamelBak you bought in 2001, invest in some super tough band aids, and drop your adventure pin on any of Australia's best hikes and walks. 

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After Sell-Out Seasons Overseas, Lightscape Is Returning To The Royal Botanic Gardens

Transformed into a world of light, colour and music, step into the Royal Botanic Gardens which has been reimagined into an immersive symphony of sights, Lightscape. Across the RBT, the trails, lakes and garden spaces have been enchanted with glowing installations guaranteed to captivate all of your senses. 

Food & Drink

Taste The Land Of Oz With WICKED Experiences at The Westin Melbourne

We’ve all heard of the Broadway musical WICKED making its anticipated touchdown in the heart of our city. Over at The Westin Melbourne, they’ve gone and partnered up with the globally acclaimed show, bringing  WICKED-themed experiences to celebrate. Whether you’re a casual theatregoer or an avid WICKED fan, experience the enchanting world of Oz from now through to August.

Australia

Illuminate Returns With A Lineup Rich In Immersive Experiences And Plenty Of Late Night Parties

After attracting 1.3 million attendees in 2023, Illuminate Adelaide, a quintessential tradition in Adelaide’s cultural calendar returns for another year. Spanning three weekends from July 4 to 21, the festival sprawls the CBD, taking over heritage buildings and institutions with a blend of art, light music and technology. 

Travel

This Jaw-Dropping Jewel Cave Is One Of Our Top Aussie Road Trip Stops For 2024

Whether you’re looking for an eventful vacation or a leisurely cruise along the shore, there’s a road trip across this spectacular country to suit your style.

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New Mates And Milestones—Why You Need To Join New Balance And Kic’s Melbourne Run Club

Get familiar with KICRUN, an eight-week, uber inclusive run club from Kic founders, Laura Henshaw and Steph Claire Smith and the legends at New Balance.

Sustainability

Keen To Reduce Your Environmental Impact In 2024? It All Starts With Your Morning Coffee

Starting your morning with a half marathon and an entire self-help novel sounds good in theory, but who has time for that?

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How To Celebrate Mother’s Day In Melbourne For 2024

May is almost here, which means there's that one thing you should be been prepared, but you probably aren’t. That’s right, it’s Mother’s Day. But don’t fret, as we’ve got the perfect guide for you to organise those last-minute plans to celebrate the remarkable woman in your life. Whether it’s your mum, grandma, aunty, someone special, or you are the mum looking to treat yourself, we've compiled everything that's happening for Mother's Day in Melbourne for 2024:

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What’s Open This Anzac Day In Melbourne 2024

With another long weekend just around the corner, it’s time to start making your brunch and dinner reservations. Whether you're waking up early Monday 25 April for the ANZAC Day dawn service or having a much-deserved sleep in, Melbourne’s hospitality industry is gearing up to make sure you spend the public holiday the right way. There are plenty of venues still trading and the surcharges are just a small trade-off for a great feed.

Food & Drink

Grab Your Mates And Dates For Melbourne’s Best Group Dining Spots

Walk down any street in Melbourne and you’ll likely stumble upon a food joint that’ll quickly find itself in your heavy rotation so how do you narrow down?

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Wall To Wall Is Returning, Taking To The Streets Of Melbourne’s First Official Street Art Precinct

Expanding its artistic footprint across Victoria, Wall to Wall is making its way to the beachside suburb of Mordialloc from April 26 to 28 following a successful stint in Benalla.