Do you like an Americano coffee but wish it had more Australian flavor? You are lucky for a limited time only thanks to Macca’s. The fast food chain has announced the launch of an intriguing new menu item, available only to Australians. The new coffee, called the Australiano, adds an unexpected combination of native...
Read More“The confinements also had an effect on them,” explains Lucas. “It was traumatic and nothing was normalized. I don’t hold anyone responsible. People did what they had to do.” With 500 employees at 80 Collins Street (including Society, Lillian and the lively Japanese grill Yakimono) and nearly 1,500 more at his other locations (the...
Read MoreBy Jonty Ralphsmith Ex-Haileyburian Hugo Hall-Kahan remembers running and having so much fun. What he didn’t realize when winning his Under-12 premiership for East Sandringham was that the day would act as an important memory for how much he loves football. A picture of Hall-Kahan with the premier’s haircut still hangs in his bedroom,...
Read MoreWith its magnificent views across Lake Albert Park and the golf course to Port Phillip Bay and Melbourne’s CBD, the Bayview Eden Hotel has become one of the largest remaining city center grounds in the precinct of St Kilda Road. Following the success of their recent sales campaign at nearby Bayview on the Park,...
Read MoreMelbourne’s reputation as the “world’s most locked-down city” during the COVID-19 pandemic is coming back to bite, with backpackers refusing to move to the formerly popular destination. The snub by overseas workers is contributing to serious staff shortages at hospitality venues across the city, with waiters, chefs and bartenders in hot demand. Watch the...
Read MoreDo you live, love and breathe everything related to food, drink, events, art and culture? Are you a creative writer who understands the value of having an online presence, lives for all things restaurants, bars, venues and events, and most importantly has a personality that shines through your writing ? Do you know the...
Read MoreStaff Writer’s Words ‘The Picasso Century’ will herald the return of NGV Friday Nights with 36 incredible concerts and Spanish bars and cuisine to ignite Melbourne’s winter masterpieces. The NGV is such an inspiring cornucopia of cultural events that no sooner is the Friday Night Summer Series supposed to end than it heralds Melbourne...
Read MoreWelcome to Finger Food, a Des Moines Register food column. Send news from your restaurant and bar to ewignall@registermedia.com. Hello and Happy Friday, Des Moines! We’re heading into a delightfully busy spring weekend with the return of the Downtown Des Moines Farmer’s Market, Pella Tulip Time and Mother’s Day on Sunday. Fingers and toes...
Read MoreExperimental fine-dining restaurant Lume has named its third executive chef since the departure of co-founder and chef Shaun Quade in 2018. Diego Huerta Chabert, a 25-year-old of Mexican and French descent and a Michelin-starred pedigree, graduated from senior under leader to replace Elijah Holland. Holland left three months ago to lead the next Loti...
Read MoreJohn Attard is currently unemployed and living on his savings. The 48-year-old man from St Kilda has decided against getting a COVID-19 vaccination due to his pagan spiritual beliefs. John Attard was “doubtful” that government attempts to get the unemployed back into work would work.Credit:Chris Hopkins He was made redundant from two jobs, one...
Read MoreVassilieff brought his pupil into contact with artists such as Albert Tucker, Joy Hester, Sidney Nolan and others associated with patrons John and Sunday Reed. Young Whisson was a marginal member of the Heide Park circle while still learning his craft. He recalled that none of the Expressionists or Social Realists were taken seriously...
Read MoreWealthy auditor Gerry Ryan is shifting his focus from the regional town of Nagambia to developing a winery and hotel complex in the Yarra Valley. Ryan, who made his fortune manufacturing Jayco caravans in Dandenong, is expanding his hotel empire with the Friday launch of Hubert Estate in the historic St Hubert winery. Gerry...
Read More• First Look: The wildly popular Enter Via Laundry supper club transforms into an intimate 20-seat restaurant. The original pop-up at chef Helly Raichura’s house could only seat a handful of diners. Now, after racking up thousands of waiting lists, Raichura serves up 20-course Bengali banquets made with native Australian produce at his first...
Read MoreAn outspoken Australian has pleaded with his fellow citizens to stop copying American tipping culture, saying hospitality workers are paid enough and food and drink are already among the most expensive on the planet. The frustrated customer took to Reddit to rant on Sunday and claimed tipping culture was trying to “sneak in” in...
Read MoreLentil as Anything’s Abbotsford. Source: Lens like anything. Pay-per-view restaurant chain Lentil as Anything – a Sydney and Melbourne foodie destination for vegetarians – may have broken the law by trading for three years when it was “likely” insolvent, administrators say. The social enterprise was founded 21 years ago by Shanaka Fernando, a Sri...
Read MorePay-per-view restaurant group Lentil as Anything may have been trading for three years while insolvent before the collapse of the social enterprise, which went into administration in February owing its employees at least $369,000. Lentil as Anything, set up 21 years ago by high-profile Shanaka Fernando, is in liquidation and in a recent report...
Read MoreAs Melbourne emerged from its final lockdown last spring, a different kind of revival was happening at an unassuming restaurant in Aberfeldie, a small suburb within a suburb in the city’s northwest. Eight months after the Cantonese institution of St Kilda Lau’s Family Kitchen closed, chef Yip Wu and three members of his kitchen...
Read MoreIf you’re staying in Melbourne over Easter instead of heading to the hills or the coast, there’s still plenty of fun to be had. Starting with the basics – coffee and hot rolls – we’ve rounded up some of the open venues and events that will get you in the Easter spirit. CAFES &...
Read MoreSeafood delivery services have boomed in recent years, largely due to shutdowns in major cities. No longer content with the freshness of what is on the supermarket shelves, customers have started buying oysters, lobsters and prawns directly from aquaculturists and fishmongers. In addition to whole fish and fillets for Friday night dinner, these companies...
Read MoreThe smart way to play right before leaving a fancy hotel is to sweep up as many of these high-end amenities as you can. Put those shower gel bottles in your suitcase; if the mini-bar is open, take everything with you; extract as much value as you can from your staycation. Some may find...
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Read MoreMainly interested in states of mind in which his creations could immerse people, Allan Powell followed a unique path in architecture. He was delighted when he learned that visiting European architects, who sat in St Kilda’s Di Stasio restaurant (1988) shortly after it opened, took an hour to realize that the alluring interior had...
Read MoreAFL coach Damien Hardwick put pressure on Victorian Premier Dan Andrews with an out of the blue attack. Desperate Richmond coach Damien Hardwick has pressured Dan Andrews to scrap close contact restrictions. On Sunday, the PM’s award-winning mentor took aim at the Australian Health Protection Senior Committee’s recommendation not to relax isolation rules for...
Read MoreMaxine Carey-Gorey is part of the ever-growing army of food delivery people who cruise the streets of Melbourne on e-bikes. Key points: A startup founded by a former delivery man says it can pay food delivery people an hourly rate above minimum wage Menulog also formally tests the employment of a group of workers...
Read MoreSelina St Kilda Melbourne Selina announced today the signing of six new destinations in Morocco, Portugal, the United Kingdom and Israel as well as the opening of five new destinations in Israel, Australia and Brazil during the first quarter of 2022. Together, these new signings and site openings...
Read MoreClemenger takes 7,500 square meters of space, effectively all of the available office floors in the David Jones building, which is set to undergo a $22.55 million renovation that will add a rooftop terrace and balconies for office tenants on four upper floors, plus space for a 2245 square meter Supermarket in the basement....
Read MoreFremantle Dockers take on St Kilda this Sunday March 27 at Optus Stadium. The bounce is at 3:20 p.m. IMPORTANT ADMISSION INFORMATION – OPTUS STADIUM 2022 Please take note of the steps when entering the stadium on Sunday.1. Wear a mask2. Scan your QR code3. Proof of vaccination4. Scan your tickets LEVEL 2 GOVERNMENT...
Read More(23 March 2022, 14:46 +07) Marriott has signed an agreement with Sunnyland Investment Group to open the first Marriott Executive Apartments in Australia. Located on St Kilda Rd, Melbourne, the 180-suite hotel will be part of a mixed-use development comprising around 244 fully residential apartments with high-end amenities and services. Construction on the $170...
Read More“Lucy, you have to go.” You will leave. You’ll also be leaving other things behind, like your family home, a few low-vibration friendships, and your career in marketing. All of this leaving will be difficult, but you will know that it is a necessary part of intentionally creating a life you love. One you’ll...
Read MoreHigh Street Armadale, with its mix of high-end fashion and general retail, drinks, restaurants and services, is ‘flying’ according to market analysts, with a store vacancy rate of around 10% , according to property consultancy Plan1, compared to 22 percent in the CBD. The commercial center has benefited from a large number of professionals...
Read MoreSP Setia, owned by Permodalan Nasional Berhad in Malaysia, is selling its 500-room hotel project in Shangri-La Melbourne for $500 million. The 4140 m² site at 308 Exhibition Street has been purchased by SP Setia in May 2016 from Telstra for $101 million. If SP Setia gets its asking price, it will translate to...
Read MoreHONG KONG (AP) — Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam said Wednesday that reducing the meteoric death toll in the latest coronavirus outbreak is the city’s top priority, laying out a plan to test the entire population waiting in the latest about-face of the government’s pandemic response. Lam said there was “no specific timeframe” for...
Read MoreMoonee Ponds just marked a new ramen haven, ramen park is the brainchild of famed Melbourne chefs, Federico Congiu and Manato Deleon. With the changing seasons, there’s never been a better time to find comfort in a hot bowl of ramen noodles. What started as Park projecta secret pop-up on Shujinko Back in lockdown,...
Read MoreLet’s cut to the chase. The sublime, sophisticated, whimsical, yet beautifully rock-solid vision that is 62 Park Street, South Yarra, is one of the loveliest places we’ve seen in some time. Come here to Askew House for the exquisite stonework, stay for… well, everything else. The property has been renovated by interior designer Julie...
Read MoreThis year, International Women’s Day is poised to shatter prejudice once and for all, and Melbourne’s event lineup is definitely poised to break the gender mould. With the city’s female talent at the forefront, numerous events highlight and celebrate women in Melbourne and Victoria. However you want to celebrate International Women’s Day on Tuesday,...
Read More“The difference between the stadium and what we saw the other day were the incredible audiovisual opportunities with this screen that was just around the perimeter of the indoor stadium suspended,” McGuire said on SEN. “Not so long ago, we used to be excited about maybe having a video screen...
Read MoreWith restrictions lifted and the best weather of the year in Australia’s most liveable city, why not escape the hustle and bustle and change your postcode to your heart’s delight? With restrictions lifted and the best weather of the year in Australia’s most livable city, isn’t it time to get out and explore? For...
Read MoreAn Australian vegan restaurant chain is closing its three Melbourne restaurants in St Kilda, Abbotsford Convent and Brunswick. Lentil As Anything was famous for its “pay as you wish” policy where customers could leave whatever amount they wanted for their food. The channel has been around for 21 years and sadly, it’s time to...
Read MoreNot all banh mi are created equal. Toppings can vary from charcuterie, to crackling roasted pork belly, to Chinese char siu barbecue pork. Mr Mallis said he tried to standardize prices by looking for any menu item that said ‘crispy pork’ or ‘roast pork’. Credit:Philip Mallis “It’s the one I’ve seen in almost every...
Read MoreThe content wheel keeps turning, and now we have new reality TV shows to try and squeeze into our already packed schedules. We’ll keep this updated as new shows are confirmed for our viewing pleasure, but let’s dive into what’s coming to Australian screens in the not-too-distant future. Modern dating australia First of all,...
Read MoreAfter 21 years, pay-what-you-can vegan restaurant Lentil As Anything will close its three Melbourne locations at the end of the month. The news comes after Sydney’s only store, which opened in 2014, suddenly closed in January. Chef and manager Nishat Merchant arrived at work to find the locks had been changed. “It’s like there...
Read MoreThe show’s cast is diverse and includes several trans and non-binary artists. “I’ve never experienced this before… This show has been helpful in playing a character that I feel more authentic in, it’s been really positive and the audience response to that, and trans kids and parents of kids trans who have just seen...
Read MoreA cycle to savorWill Wagner’s Ring cycle be staged in Bendigo? Bring it on! The Adelaide Rings of 1998 and 2004 worked so well because the city was large enough to capture the spirit of the event (relevant museum exhibitions, lectures, dining in cafes and restaurants adjacent to the theater etc.) and yet small...
Read MoreHouse prices in Reservoir are $310,000 cheaper than nearby Preston.Credit:Vince Caligiuri North of the city, shoppers could spend around $310,000 less buying in Reservoir, where the median is $840,000, rather than Preston, which is two stops closer to town on the Mernda Line and has a median of $1.15 million. Jellis Craig Inner North...
Read MoreTwo local entrepreneurs reveal their essential addresses. Melbourne, it’s time for some TLC. As we dust off the cobwebs of the past two years and our city (finally) begins to regain some of its shine, let’s take this opportunity to fall in love all over again. But local entrepreneurs Ruby Kannava and Emma Cutri...
Read MoreCovid-19 has returned to the South – almost 22 months since the last case of community transmission. Late last night health officials confirmed that someone in Dunedin had tested positive for Covid-19, and that during their infectious period they had also been in Wanaka and Cromwell. The announcement came just hours after it was...
Read MoreGo back to last year, and like Kanye West’s song, Melbourne was in Love Lockdown. This year we are free, but with Valentine’s Day falling on a Monday evening, many restaurants will not be commercial. Here are 14 suggestions for celebrating the 14th or thereabouts, at home or away. The contents of Pasta Poetry’s...
Read MorePloos – Sydney, New South Wales Nestled in a row of heritage-listed warehouses in Campbell’s Cove, and just three meters from the water, you’ll find Ploos. Chef and restaurateur Peter Conistis’ new venture, Ploos (which translates to ‘sails’ in Greek) is a take on South Aegean cuisine. Peter, who is the mastermind behind Alpha,...
Read MoreAddress 365 Buckley Street Aberfeldie, CIV 3040 See the map Opening hours Wed-Mon noon-10:30 p.m. Characteristics Licensed, Accepts reservations Prices Moderate (dishes $20 to $40) Payments eftpos, Visa, Mastercard Call 03 9337 1991 There is no business like show business, but a family business is better. Melbourne has dozens of must-visit restaurants to prove...
Read MoreNext month, the East Village gains another dining venue from a well-established Des Moines chef. The chef behind Table 128 plans to open 503: A Drink Lab & Tasting Room in early February. Here are five things you need to know about Lynn Pritchard’s latest restaurant. Who is Lynn Pritchard? Pritchard is the chef...
Read MoreHello everyone, this is Mathilde Boseley here today, and wow there is already a lot to say. australian tennis star Dylan Alcott is the 2022 Australian of the Year, receiving the title on the same day as his move to another Australian Open wheelchair final. But, he said in his speech, “winning Grand Slams...
Read Morein partnership with There’s nothing quite like summer in the city – warm days relaxing in the sun and balmy nights spent in the ocean air. From picnics and festivals to cinemas under the stars, there’s plenty to do outdoors. We have teamed up with White Claw Hard Seltzer to put together this guide...
Read MoreGame, set, match! The Australian Open kicked off and while tennis is the main event, the best of Australian hospitality comes together in Melbourne Park to create a unique Grand Slam experience. AO22 has progressed this year with menus curated by world-renowned foodies and pop-ups washed down by iconic liquor brands. Melbourne’s cuisine is...
Read MoreMelbourne residents are very serious about three things: breakfast, coffee and their dogs. But what about breakfast? for dogs? Chez Misty in St Kilda does just that and bills itself as a cafe where dogs and humans can hang out and eat together. The cafe is owned by dog trainer Marc and his partner...
Read MorePontoon is a glamorous model posing as a breezy beach hut. George Livissianis’ layout, whose stamp is on hip Sydney Apollo joints and the Dolphin Hotel, strikes a nautical-yet-pleasant Scandinavian vibe with consummate ease. Thick rope is wrapped around pillars on the deck, gazing down at the beach a few feet away, while inside...
Read MoreSouth Island Road Trip – Step Three Photography & Lyrics: Jay French Riders: Katy Winton and Joe Nation Ōtepoti – Dunedin, is the southernmost of New Zealand’s major centres, looking very traditional at first glance, it draws inspiration from its Scottish roots. Being one of the fastest growing cities in the country, Ōtepoti Dunedin...
Read MoreA friend scored me a job tryout at a café on Brunswick Street. Armed with nothing more than a mimed demonstration at building espresso, I set out to try being a barista. I was not invited back. Another job is offered washing dishes at a restaurant in North Fitzroy, another is obtained in response...
Read MorePublished: January 15, 2022 11:52:29 | Update: January 15, 2022 7:33:05 PM Australia has likely neared the peak of its omicron wave, authorities said on Saturday, but warned daily infections will persist at record highs for “the next few weeks” after more than 100,000 cases were reported for a fourth consecutive day, reports Reuters....
Read MoreFor those with dietary restrictions, this is truly a golden age of dining as the prevalence of menu options and designated locations that can accommodate everything from allergies to intolerances. The gluten-free trend is a serious issue for many people and finding quality dining options can be a tricky feat; luckily for those involved,...
Read MoreBefore the onset of COVID-19, Australians flocked to Japan in droves, desperate for a taste of the incredible cuisine and culture the Land of the Rising Sun is known for. But with borders closed and overseas travel abolished, foodies across the country had to search inland to experience the authentic Japanese flavors they craved...
Read MoreThe newly minted Golden Fleece Hotel brings you a piece of Santorini this summer; offering Melburnians the perfect hot-weather escape. Local restaurateurs Isaac Constantine and Zachery Riggs, responsible for South Yarra’s favorite Two Wrongs, have taken over the reins of the 150-year-old pub to create a brand new Greek-inspired oasis. Located a short walk...
Read MoreThis created the opportunity for a proposal with an increased building height that is still able to fit appropriately into the wider landscape and maintain the visual characteristics of the area. The proposed development is “assessable development†as defined in Article 44 of the Land Use Planning Act 2016 and therefore requires assessment against...
Read MoreChildren between the ages of five and 11 will be eligible for vaccinations starting next week after a technical issue delayed rollout, while 10 million more rapid antigen tests are on their way to Victoria. Victoria recorded 17,636 new cases and 11 deaths on Wednesday. And hospitalizations have increased 15% in the past 24...
Read MoreGlamorous couple Suze and Alan Eskander were forced to cancel the $ 750 per person event at Shell House.Credit:Getty The enclave of elite yachts meets the island peninsula’s surf spot, the Palm Beach is a summer playground on northern beaches for the rich, famous and intimate. Julia robert turned heads on Christmas Eve when...
Read MoreThis summer, we are slowing down completely. No more overwhelming checklists, filled calendars or FOMO – we’re back to basics. Because that’s the good life. So we asked what are your epic everyday moments in Melbourne, and we have to say you have a great taste. From a classic weekend at the Moon to...
Read MoreMelbourne is often recognized as one of the best cities to live | Source: Getty Images Frequently on the list of the world’s most livable cities, Melbourne has rightly earned a reputation as a culturally vibrant, exciting and beautiful place to live. Characterized by a thriving cafe culture and culinary scene, people of Melbourne...
Read MoreDespite the public holidays, Melbourne is full of cafes, bars and restaurants that open their doors to make your first day of the year one to remember. Maybe you’ve had a particularly festive New Years Eve and a quick recovery is high on your to-do list. Or maybe you just want to start 2022...
Read MoreTHE Ashes series has been plunged into chaos with a Covid epidemic sweeping the English camp. Joe Root and his team are said to be in the throes of anxiety after FOUR members of their group tested positive by day two of the third test. 2 Joe Root and Co are gripped by anxietyCredit:...
Read MoreWith Christmas Day falling on a Saturday, we, the lucky ones, have an extra holiday on the 27th. Here are some places that remain open during these few days. Whether we are spending Christmas enjoying a glass of wine or heading to the pub after dinner with the family, Australians have the luxury of...
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Read MoreThe usual Christmas fanfare will remain for players preparing for an AFLW practice match in Adelaide but not the competition itself after a positive Covid case. Here is the last one. The AFL pulled the plug on a women’s training match in South Australia to avoid the risk of players and staff spending Christmas...
Read MoreThe Imperial Hotel in Murwillumbah has been completely restored. Allison Worrall|Dec 17 2021 Facebook It’s been quite a year for those involved in beer and pub food. Hotels and bars are feverishly changing hands at a breakneck pace for prices that would have seemed unimaginable just a few years ago. This week, news that...
Read MoreWhile you may be focused on your plans for Christmas, Boxing Day and the Monday and Tuesday bank holidays immediately after, news flash: New Year’s Eve is also upon us. And if you’re in Melbourne and looking to watch the fireworks, you might want to start planning. After being canceled last year, this year’s...
Read MoreWhile 2021 might be a year we’d rather put behind us, it’s also given us a spectacular list of restaurants. In Sydney there were big-name newbies – we watch you, Kylie Kwong and Neil Perry – and in Melbourne, ambitious foodies, including the up-and-coming four-year-old company of Chris Lucas and the ritzy Scott Pickett...
Read MoreThe donation of food A selection of dishes from the Torres Strait Island at Mabu Mabu in Yarraville, Melbourne. Buying a good restaurant for a friend or loved one is a great way to help the CBD hospitality industry get back on their feet. As diners flock to town for weekend meals, pedestrian data...
Read MoreDi Stasio Pizzeria promises chic and relaxed neighborhood meals with a few glamorous touches Melbourne’s (very) long and repetitive COVID-19 shutdowns gave Rinaldo “Ronnie” Di Stasio and Mallory Wall enough time to plan their third location, Di Stasio Pizzeria, in Carlton. Considering that Cafe Di Stasio in St Kilda has been buzzing since 1988...
Read MoreSome have pointed to a shortage of drivers, as well as widespread staffing shortages in the hospitality industry as the cause of the problem, with at least one app – Menulog – currently testing the employment of drivers directly in an effort to close the gap. . Wei Song, a 28-year-old student from Malaysia...
Read MoreJury comment A sales area the interior of a bar or cafe is often a lesson in awkward compromise, but not at Little Prince Wine. Here, under the Prince Hotel in St Kilda, a counter selling cheese, cold meats, wine and dry goods sits comfortably in an intimate bar, the two functions of the...
Read MoreOpening a restaurant is taxing at the best of times – and 2021 wasn’t the best of times. The large number of exceptional openings this year is a testament to the tenacity of Melbourne’s hospitality industry. And while restaurants remain under immense pressure – now facing a widespread staff shortage – we raise a...
Read MoreOver the years, the hotel formerly known as the Prince of Wales has embodied the character of St Kilda in one building, somewhat absorbing the eclectic personalities of the area into one cohesive body. In a previous life, the top floor housed a seedy boutique hotel. Just below, the Circa Hotel’s restaurant was a...
Read MoreThe Queensland man has bought over 29 properties, but has spent a decade living in a two-bedroom apartment and insists money doesn’t make you happy. Despite a huge real estate portfolio of more than 29 homes with a combined value of $ 18 million, Luke Harris insists his huge batch of residences are “boring.”...
Read MorePosted: Nov. 18, 2021, 10:30 a.m. | Update: 18 November 2021 19:12:30 Melbourne pubs and cafes can have unlimited patrons from Thursday evening, while stadiums can return to full capacity as authorities lift nearly all remaining Covid-19 restrictions for residents vaccinated in the second plus large city in Australia, reports Reuters. Victoria, the home...
Read MoreRedevelopment plans for Melbourne’s Southbank Arts District continue at a steady pace, with the Victorian government this week announcing an additional investment of $ 241 million for major upgrades to the Melbourne Arts Center. The additional funding so far brings the Andrews government’s total investment in the redevelopment of the compound to $ 1.7...
Read MoreIt’s been a few laps around the sun since we were able to break into the timeless tradition of the summer music festival. With restrictions at ease, there are enough daytime boogies, warehouse parties, and out of town celebrations to rock a cat. Take out the calendar and start clearing the calendar, these are...
Read MoreAfter 18 months of menu refinement, construction work and ingredient research, Rinaldo Di Stasio and Mallory Wall quietly opened the doors of their third restaurant, Di Stasio Pizzeria, on Saturday night in Carlton, serving what could be the the most “local” pizza in town in a setting that is both historic and fun. While...
Read MoreEstimated reading time: 4 minutes Fancy potatoes and pickles covered with a perfectly melted raclette? Or maybe a grilled raclette cheese toast? The Swiss raclette dish is the perfect meal to enjoy on a cold day or with a drink or two in a bar or virtually anytime and anywhere. Luckily for Melburnians, there...
Read MoreIn the October issue of News from the Docks, we asked you, members of the local community, to share some of your thoughts and ideas for the future of our post-COVID enclosure. As we emerge from the pandemic, we are inviting as many locals as possible to add their voices to the discussion by...
Read MoreTo celebrate our 10th anniversary here at Urban List, we ask that you tell us your top 10 lists on our Instagram, and we’re kicking it off with everyone’s favorite establishment, the good ol ‘pub. Some of Melbourne’s best pubs have fed locals for over 150 years. We may have a ways to go...
Read MoreThis spring racing carnival, Flemington’s magnetic pull has been transformed into a stream of fun that lights up the city as venues set up bookies with white saddlebags and hire ponies to recreate the theater of race day. Due to current restrictions on events in Victoria, Flemington Racecourse is allowed to host 10,000 masked...
Read MoreVictoria records 1,656 new Covid cases and 10 deaths as major restrictions ease to 80% of state’s fully vaxxed brand – as NSW sees 268 infections Victoria has registered 1,656 new locally acquired Covid cases in the past 24 hours The death toll from the state’s latest outbreak is now 282; there are 23,730...
Read MoreWith world-class restaurants, expansive gardens and the charm of Melbourne on your doorstep, more and more people are choosing to settle in the CBD. The article is brought to you by the City of Melbourne In early 2019, Jazz Bell and its partner were planning an international gap year. They had sold all of...
Read MoreAfter what has been a dismal two years of travel restrictions, business closures and mask mandates, Australia is finally continuing its roadmap to recovery. But my boy, do we have a lot of wasted time to make up for? Just think about all the experiences you put aside as the country pursued those immunization...
Read MoreI visited Melbourne for the first time in 2010, to dance the Nutcracker, and I fell in love with the place. When I returned in 2015 to work with the Australian Ballet Artistic Health Team, that initial infatuation turned into love. Last year I made my living in New York City and moved to...
Read MoreAs millions of Victorians took advantage of their first weekend outside the lockdown restrictions, dozens of anti-vaccine protesters flooded a popular food court calling for an end to “vaccine segregation”. Victoria recorded 1,935 COVID-19 cases and 11 deaths within 24 hours at midnight Sunday as vaccinated residents enjoy their first weekend outside of lockdown....
Read MoreProtesters marched through St Kilda to express their anger at the vaccination mandate as the state marked 1,750 new cases and nine deaths. Dozens of maskless protesters took to the streets of St Kilda on Saturday afternoon to protest the state’s vaccination warrants. Protesters marched down Acland Street and could be seen with signs...
Read MoreMelbourne reopens – one last time Melbourne reopens – one last time We’re sorry, this service is currently unavailable. Please try again later. To reject Skip to section navigation Skip to content Skip to footer 32 Pictures Melbourne emerges as the city that has endured the most days of confinement than anywhere else in...
Read MoreMusic and cooking… They go together like Fred and Ginger, wink and smile, gin and tonic. Unsurprisingly, with some of us having more time to devote to the latter, we have become a bit obsessed with the former. According to the data team of the music streaming service Spotify, Australians created 63,000 food playlists...
Read MoreMelbourne is a city of contrasts. It is the cultural capital of Australia, with an abundance of art galleries and museums to explore. But it also has some of the best beaches in the world, from iconic Bondi Beach to laid-back St Kilda surf culture. And there’s plenty for the kids, too: you can...
Read MoreThe father of Victoria State MP Adem Somyurek was paid to clean his son’s polling station, but failed to perform his duties, the broad-based Independent Anti-Corruption Commission said. A former member of Mr Somyurek’s staff told the Victoria anti-corruption agency on Wednesday that the office was “dysfunctional”, “decrepit, dilapidated … filled with cobwebs”, but...
Read MoreEmily Oster, an economist at Brown University who writes frequently on parenting, published an article in The Atlantic in March that angered many people. The headline was: “Your unvaccinated child is like a vaccinated grandmother. The article argued that Covid-19 tended to be so mild in children that vaccinated parents could feel comfortable stepping...
Read MoreThere are many signs that a resurgence has started. The tables are packed in the restaurants and bars of the city. Many places have increased their capacity with new outdoor seating, thanks to the city’s Open Streets and Open Restaurant programs. “It feels like every day is a weekend,†said Simone Tong, chef at...
Read MoreHow tired Victorians enduring the world’s longest lockdown could FINALLY be free in weeks – as large Melbourne hospital takes unprecedented step to keep Covid patients alive Authorities promise to get Victoria out of lockdown before summer months Health Minister Martin Foley confident to end lockdown in weeks Hospitals create additional intensive care units...
Read MoreWith millions of people in New South Wales released from the lockdown on Monday, Melbourne continues its gigantic stay under tough stay-at-home orders, with experts predicting Victoria is heading for 3.00 Covid cases per day. The city is spending its 253rd day of containment since the start of the pandemic in March 2020, with...
Read MoreThe town of Port Phillip offers many great places to lay a rug and feast on some goodies from the local businesses. Try Catani Gardens where the historic Canary Island palm boulevards line the walking trails, while nearby Fitzroy Street offers plenty of dining options and the Acland Street area is a short walk...
Read MoreVictoria’s most hated and bizarre Covid restriction ends at midnight Friday – the requirement to wear a face mask even while drinking beer or wine. Victoria’s director of health, Brett Sutton, described the change, made at Friday’s Covid briefing, as “small but significant” as the state prepares to allow more freedom outside. “At midnight...
Read MoreAfter days of havoc in Melbourne’s CBD, organizers of the violent trade protests have admitted defeat, one thing causing them to run out of steam. Organizers of the traditional Melbourne protests admitted defeat after protesters spent most of Friday morning bickering over where to meet. A fifth consecutive day of protests was scheduled for...
Read MoreCharcoal Chicken is that delicious, reliable friend that you always have in your back pocket. Too tired to cook? On the way for a picnic? The roasted humble chook is a treat for everyone. But not all charcoal chickens are created equal, some excel above others – more succulent, crispier skin, and stuffed to...
Read MoreGetting out and hammering the sidewalk and mixing up your surroundings is a pretty damn good way to refresh body and soul. While we’re still limited as to where we can venture out, there are plenty of trails and ripper trails across town that will give you a bit of a break from the...
Read MoreAlthough it looks a bit different from previous years, this Grand Final is poised to be big for Melbourne. There’s nothing stopping us from going a little too deep into the snack aisle on match days, and many of Melbourne’s favorite diners step in to lend a helping hand. Check out some of the...
Read MoreUnconditional fan of doggies? Support the demons since day one? Or just a football fan caught up in excitement? No matter where you stand in this year’s AFL Grand Final, there’s one thing all Melburnians have in common this year: our lounges. Watching at home is definitely not the same as being at the...
Read MoreAt the risk of crushing Carrie Bradshaw, are we sacrificing our personal tastes in favor of an imaginary real estate checklist? If you are planning to sell your home next year, then maybe those bright yellow craft tiles you just fell in love with are not recommended. But if this is your forever home,...
Read MoreWe’ve seen this soccer season before – like last year, there’s no cheering at the MCG, no pub game, no buddies in your house for party pies and sausage rolls. what do you can do is yell on TV and in the barracks for your team with family or roommates, or go to the...
Read MoreJust when you thought Messina’s creativity couldn’t improve, they went above and beyond (again). We live for the fortnightly cookie pies – from gooey red velvet to home-baking treats to rainbow-hued fairy bread, the hype is as real as these limited edition desserts are delicious. Then Messina hops on the picnic train and offers...
Read MoreLong lines formed at Ballarat test sites on Tuesday after two popular restaurants and a Big W were listed as Level 1 exhibition sites. Ballarat Mayor Daniel Moloney said on Wednesday that another test site would be set up soon to meet continued high demand in the coming days. “When people saw these locations...
Read MoreA woman in Melbourne has been assaulted by death threats from anti-vaccines over her vaccination plan for her area. Chrissie Maus came up with an idea for a traffic light vaccination system for people wishing to visit the Chapel Street area and take the tour. The precinct general manager’s system would turn green if...
Read MoreIowa isn’t just about fried food on a stick, bulk meat Maid-Rite sandwiches, and presidential hopeful photo ops at the Iowa State Fair. A tour will tell you that there is more to Hawkeye State than cornfields and corn dogs. With foodie destinations like Lua Brewing and Clyde’s Fine Diner, local food brands like...
Read MoreTwo daycares, a number of streetcar lines and a Dan Murphy’s have been added to Victoria’s list of COVID-19 exposure sites. As of Thursday morning, there were 949 sites, with the majority of new sites added overnight being level 2. Level 1 sites now include more time for Pearl Sreet Daycare in Glenroy and...
Read MoreMelbourne’s love for Japanese cafe culture continues to roll with Le Bajo. Honestly you can’t swing a shokupan bread in this city without touching an incredibly cool Tokyo-style layout. Fair appeal though – Bajo isn’t your typical Japanese cafe. Unlike Hibiki, Saint Dreux and Cibi, this place is more kitsch than trendy. An Indonesian...
Read MoreAdd this selection of must-see properties across the state to your wishlist. 41 Stanhope Grove, Camberwell VIC 3124 This perfect family home has a lot of appeal. Set in manicured gardens with a curving driveway, the Federation elegance of the house is well preserved. Orwell, circa 1903, features a beautiful return verandah, chants, and...
Read MoreDad’s dreams of an out of lockdown Father’s Day may have been shattered, but don’t worry – you can always show him that you care by sending fancy take-out, craft kits, or gifts. banquets from some of Melbourne’s best restaurants and venues (and local hospo support while you’re there). We’ve already put together a...
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