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A Slice Of 1970S Bangkok Arrives In Melbourne With Tyga, Carnegie’s Cool New Opening

Koornang Road just got another reason to stay out late. Tyga has landed—a neo-Southeast Asian restaurant and bar stirring together smoke, vinyl and all the heat of 1970s Bangkok.

The latest project from Tommy Tong (Saigon Mamma, Fat Pho), Tyga filters the essence of retro Thai through a distinctly Melbourne lens—sultry, a little unruly and made for nights that stretch on over cocktails and conversation.

Image Credit: Tyga | Supplied

Walk in and you’re met with a dose of stylo milo cool (that...

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Coming Soon: Frenchie Melbourne's $14 Dishes And Drinks Take Over Collins Street

If Paris and Melbourne had a love child, it would probably look a lot like Frenchie—moody lighting, loud chatter and where Champagne that flows like tap water. This Saint-Germain-des-Prés-inspired French restaurant and bar is about to inject some Parisian rebellion into Collins Street, rewriting what French dining looks (and costs) like in the city. 

At Frenchie, everything—from cocktails and bubbles to buttery share plates—lands at a neat $14. Yep, really. It’s the brainchild of Julian Diprose...

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The Best Sandwiches in Melbourne 2025, According to Bangin’ Sangas

We sat down with Ross James Howse, the Naarm-based Chief Sandwich Officer and founder of @banginsangas. This ex-UK baker turned Melbourne food creator has built a devoted community around epic sangas and lifestyle bites. Here, Ross guest edits our best sandwiches list and shares why Melbourne’s scene bangs harder than anywhere else.

Ross here—a Brit who came to Melbourne for a holiday and then forgot to leave (sandwiches will do that). What started as a simple mission to research opening my own...

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Donny’s: Westgarth’s Welcoming New Local From East Coast Beer Veterans

Northcote’s landed a fresh bar and eatery that feels like home turf already. Donny’s is now open at 61 High Street in the beloved Westgarth pocket, brought to you by hospo pros Xavier Byrne and Kris Miles, whose resumes span Australian cities and beyond.​

The duo first linked up in Hobart in 2011, during MONA's early hospitality boom—Byrne pouring at Moorilla Winery's cellar door, Miles firing up Void Bar. Since then, Miles built The Winston empire (pubs and brewing), while Byrne repped heavy-h...

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Celebrate 500 Years Of Disaronno: Melbourne’s Exclusive Cocktail Experiences For The Iconic Amaretto

What if you could taste 500 years of Italian elegance in just one glass? Turns out, you can: Disaronno, the world’s most beloved amaretto, is celebrating half a millennium, and Melburnians get special access to the festivities. 

Disaronno embodies generations of craftsmanship and flavour in every drop. Since its conception, it's been a beloved symbol of la dolce vita—bringing the Italian good life to amaretto-lovers across the globe. 

Throughout November and December, three of Melbourne's most...

TotalFusion Melbourne 2026: Luxury Gym, Pool, Saunas & Coworking Hub Opening in CBD

Melbourne’s about to score itself a serious new player in the wellness game. Australia’s award-winning health and fitness brand, TotalFusion, has just announced it’s finally making its way south, setting up shop in the heart of the city in early 2026.

Sitting pretty where Docklands meets the Yarra and the edge of the CBD, this multi-level, purpose-built wellness wonderland is shaping up to be a prime hybrid of a fitness studio, recovery hub, coworking space and social sanctuary. Basically, it’s...

Hands Down Fitzroy: A Fresh European-Influenced Bar By Above Board And Bar Liberty

A fresh face has entered Fitzroy’s bar scene—and it’s set to make your pre-dinner drinks (or post-dinner daze) a touch livelier. From the award-winning minds behind Above Board and Bar Liberty comes Hands Down, a promising contender taking over the former Bad Frankie haunt on Greeves Street.

Where Above Board is all about crisp precision and Bar Liberty exudes elegant ease, Hands Down is their unruly younger cousin—playful, energetic and gloriously unbuttoned. It’s the place where the night act...

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TikTok’s Music Attribution Problem is Hurting Indie Musicians

TikTok has become the de facto trend lab of viral content—not just because its algorithm pushes niche trends to the masses, but because hyper-engaged gen z, who constitute 60% of the platform’s users, treat it as an unmonitored playground.

The Hunky Ex-MasterChef Duo Behind Melbourne's New Cookie Pop-Up

If you’ve been sensing a distinct lack of excitement in Melbourne’s cookie scene, you’re not alone. While our city boasts an enviable lineup of pastry maestros and artisanal ice cream, the humble cookie has often been left as an afterthought on the cafe counter.

For more of Melbourne's best cookies, head this way.

But that’s all about to change, thanks to Crumb Club, the brilliant new venture from ex-MasterChef Australia favourites Darrsh Clarke and David Tan. They’ve identified the gap and ar...

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The Fremantle Traffic Bridge Is Closing For A Year, Here’s How To Keep Moving

Ready up, Fremantle. One of the city's most prominent—and heavily used—river crossings is about to get a landmark upgrade. The ageing Fremantle Traffic Bridge is set for a 12-month closure starting in February 2026, making way for a sleek, modern replacement.

While this is exciting news for the future, we know a full-year closure of such a key artery is going to shake up our commutes. But fret not! We’ve broken down everything you need to know about the upgrade, the closure and crucially, how to navigate Freo without the gridlock.

The Best Screen-Free Family Outings in Melbourne (For a Digital Detox)

Fed up with the dreaded “Are we there yet?” echoing from the back seat? If one more car journey soundtracked by cocomelon and the smudge of a ketchupy finger on your last clean device is your final straw, we’ve got you. It’s time to swap screen time for scene time.

We’ve mapped out Melbourne’s most epic family adventures that make every outing feel like a trip to Disneyland (minus the queues and the mouse).

From interactive museums to indoor sandpits the size of a small suburb, these spots are...

Blackbird Melbourne: Award-Winning Dining Lands on Flinders Lane

Amid the fine diners of Flinders Lane, a promising taste of something special has flown in from the north. Opened in August and already making a splash, the message is clear: the award-winning Blackbird has officially landed in Melbourne.

The Ghanem Group has orchestrated the arrival of the Brisbane icon, planting it firmly in the heart of our city. This three-level marvel at Collins Place has been crafted with a moodier, more intimate Melbourne state of mind, feeling both grand and instantly f...

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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 (10 October) is approaching, and while we will always stan a runny, golden yolk on our avo toast, we're taking it as an opportunity to get a little more creative in the kitchen. World Egg Day is a celebration that goes far beyond the breakfast plate, reminding us that the humble egg can be a versatile culinary powerhouse of nutrition and a catalyst for genuine community good.

To help us see the profound potential in an ol...

This Yarra Valley Hotel Has Your Whole Weekend Planned

Craving a getaway but don't have the time, funds or energy for anything more than a drive out of town? You're in luck, it turns out you don’t need a plane ticket to feel worlds away from the hustle of Melbourne, just a short drive to the Yarra Valley Grand Hotel will do it. 

Sitting pretty in the heart of Yarra Glen, this heritage charmer wraps up everything you love about a mini escape into one address: elevated pub classics, local drops, cosy rooms and those leisurely country-weekend vibes th...

The Media Tapestry

Victoria’s Public Schools Face Collapse as Funding Crisis Pushes Teachers Out, Enrolment Plummets

Following the pandemic, and Australia’s declining Public Education sector, Victorian teachers are plagued by a range of social issues, and feel left out under the Victorian Government School Agreement (VGSA2022) since July 2022.

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PSA: This Epic Gym Is Set To Open 14 New Locations This Year

Let's face it: the traditional gym model is overhyped and underrated. Lock-in contracts, hidden fees and location restrictions just don't cut it anymore.

Melbourne, brace yourself: a fitness revolution is rolling into town, and they’re ready to do things differently. Revo, the fitness disruptor loved for its no-frills approach, is launching a massive expansion across the city, opening 14 new gyms by the end of 2025. With locations spread from Chadstone to Braybrook, Frankston to Epping, and ple...

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How #BradPittIsAnAbuser Changes the Conversation Around ‘Women Talking’.

“Your story will be different from ours.” 

—But is it?


Recent accusations of assault against Hollywood actor, Brad Pitt, have shifted the discussion about Sarah Polley’s 2022 film, Women Talking, which recounts the story of a colony of Mennonite women debating whether to stay or leave after discovering that the men in their community have been sexually abusing them. 


In light of the accusations against Pitt from his ex-wife, Angelina Jolie, detailing physical assault against Jolie and t...

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II.II.VI Melbourne: Fire-Cooked Steaks & Seafood in a Moody Basement Bar.

Melbourne’s culinary scene is about to get smoky and seductive with the arrival of II.II.VI (Two-Two-Six), a 115-seat modern Australian restaurant from the crew who brought us Ministry of Crab.

Descend into the basement at the heritage-listed Invicta House on Flinders Lane, a former silk factory turned moody restaurant—named after its address (226) in Roman numerals—that pays homage to ancient open-fire cooking.

Helmed by head chef Haitham Richan, fire is the beating heart of II.II.VI. A custo...

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UK Ranks as Second-Most Miserable Country Amid Accusations of Failing Its International Students

International students unsurprised by rising mental health challenges amid the UK’s ranking as the 2nd most miserable country, according to Business Insider.

The Media Tapestry

In the Age of Ethical Media Consumption: Cutting Out Problematic Creators.

We all say in unison, ‘What are we going to watch with our lunch tomorrow?

In today’s content-saturated environment, the creators we choose to follow reflect our values. As media consumers, it has become increasingly crucial to filter out unethical content and remain mindful of the personalities we engage with.

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Crocs Opens First Flagship Store In Australia With A Jibbitz Bar

The moment every foam-footed fanatic has been impatiently waiting for is finally here—Crocs has opened its first Australian global concept store at Melbourne Central, and it's about to rewrite everything you thought you knew about comfy footwear. 

Gone are the days of quietly ordering Crocs online, this 72-square-metre temple to the 2000s’ most resilient fashion survivor marks a major milestone for the brand in Australia, complete with a next-level Jibbitz customisation bar that'll have you acc...