Photography Night Walks
A new creatively-focused Melbourne walking tour offers visitors the opportunity to explore the city at night and learn about night-time photography at the same time.
Under the Radar
Our new monthly round up of 'hidden gems' which might have escaped your notice including: two new eateries in Macedon Ranges (outside of Kyneton), design-led walk through Melbourne, ‘urban farmgate’ La Latteria and dessert-only restaurant in Fitzroy.
Melbourne’s hidden galleries expand
A host of new galleries, studios and art-run spaces have opened in Melbourne’s laneways, derelict buildings and vacant commercial spaces.
Bellarine Peninsula news - Queenscliff Harbour opens
New Queenscliff Habour precinct, new restaurant 360Q, new Bellarine microbrewery, winter cooking classes at Pettavel Winery and Restaurant and new luxury cabins at BIG4 Beacon Resort.
Two new luxury accommodation options in Daylesford: Comma / Cinque
Two notable, boutique accommodation properties have been recently opened in the Daylesford / Hepburn area.
New wining and dining hotspots
We profile hot new Northcote eateries Next Door and The Estelle, new city bars Biero and Galley Room and welcome chef Phillipa Sibley to St Kilda’s iconic Il Fornaio.
Mornington Peninsula update: New spa retreats at Lindenderry / Winter Indulgence program 2010
Lindenderry at Red Hill and Endota Day Spa are joining forces to offer three-day lifestyle retreat packages for visitors, plus we let you know about some fabulous offers in this year’s Mornington Peninsula’s Winter Indulgence program.
Pizzini Wines in King Valley opens new Cellar door and Cooking School
Pizzini Wines has expanded its family business, opening a new cellar door and new cooking school.
New Melbourne accommodation: Citadines Apart’hotel
Australia's first ever Citadines Apart'hotel will open in Melbourne on 1 July, 2010.
Melbourne Bike Share launched
Melbourne's first ever public bike hire scheme was launched on May 31 with the roll out of ten operational bike stations along the Swanston Street/St Kilda Road corridor providing 100 bicycles for public use.
Villages of Victoria: a Guide to Olinda
Just a short drive into the Dandenong Ranges from Melbourne, Olinda is a picturesque village abundant with attractions, including lush gardens, distinctive shops and contemporary cafes.
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