The most extraordinary things to do in Melbourne this July
Winter is here and just because the nights are longer doesn't mean Melbourne is starved for activities. There's so many exhibitions to discover, food to try, and s...
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A pitch-black industrial space in Melbourne is hosting an audio-visual experience for one night only this week
An empty industrial space in Kensington will soon transform for CONVERGE, a one-night-only immersive installation of light, sound and motion. Audiences move free... -
A pretty winter night trail is now twinkling away in a garden that’s just one hour from Melbourne
We just love a winter light show, and if you're itching for more after experiencing events like Lightscape and Winter Wonderlights, you're in luck. There's one more... -
A three-day barbecue festival, complete with smoky meat, craft beer and music, is coming to a scenic town in Western Victoria, just in time for Father’s Day
Love sinking your teeth into a good barbecue? There's a brand new festival coming to regional Victoria that's perfect for you. Make your way over to Halls Gap this... -
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Goodbye paper cards! Digital passenger cards will be rolled out across Australia over the next 18 months
Soon, you won't have to worry about filling out a paper passenger card on a wobbly tray table, or sheepishly asking your neighbour if they've got a pen. After a suc... -
Travelling on V/Line will be free for all passengers on July 13 and 14
It's been an absolutely hectic week for public transport, and after the disruption caused by the Telstra outage, travel will be free for V/Line passengers on Monday... -
Melbourne International Film Festival has launched their full program for 2026, with over 300 works to check out
Just last month, Melbourne International Film Festival (MIFF) gave us a little tease about what to expect this year. And now, they've released their full program. B... -
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This winter town 2.5 hours away from Melbourne is the ultimate base for your next snowy escape, with hot air ballooning, wineries and more
Looking for a weekend getaway? If you're dreaming of a winter escape, there's lots of marvellous places to stay around Victoria, like Warburton, Bright and Marysvill... -
6 soothing saunas around Victoria to keep you warm this winter
Winter is here, and if you're shivering away at home, it's time to start fantasising about a toasty escape. Victoria is full of blissful hot springs and tranquil s... -
This cliffside lookout in the Grampians is a spectacular place to catch the sunrise or go stargazing — and you don’t even have to hike to get there
Can't resist a good view? If you love feeling on top of the world, watching the sunrise or gazing at the stars, then we've got the perfect spot for you. The next ti... -
This whimsical garden one hour away from Melbourne is home to Australia’s oldest hedge maze, and has lavender blooming all year round
It might be winter, but that doesn't mean you have to stay huddled up indoors. If you love strolling through gardens, and smelling the scent of pretty flowers, then...