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Need to Work Remotely? These 140 Melbourne Cafes Are Proudly Laptop-Friendly

Instead of getting the side-eye, this platform has gathered hundreds of laptop-friendly cafes that'll welcome workers with open arms.

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Ten Road Trip-Worthy Restaurants You Should Visit in Victoria

Life is short, so it's imperative that once in a while you plan a road-trip to sample some of regional Victoria's exceptional food.

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Champion the Tunes Shaping a Sustainable Culture by Voting for the Next Winner of the $20,000 Environmental Music Prize

Get behind the artists pushing climatic conversations forward, with tracks from King Stingray, Angie McMahon and DOBBY making the final cut.

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CP Picks: For the Design-Obsessed — Beautiful Things by Aussie Brands

Beautiful, design-led gifts from Australian makers — from sculptural homewares to statement accessories and minimalist fashion objects.

Guide

The 25 Best Restaurants in Melbourne for 2025

From high-flying fine-diners in the CBD to tried-and-true neighbourhood haunts — these are the Melbourne restaurants we'd recommend to a friend (you, dear reader).

Guide

The 50 Best Restaurants in the Melbourne CBD for 2025

Whether you're after fine-diners or cheap eats, you're truly spoilt for choice when looking for places to eat in Melbourne's CBD.

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Coming Soon: One of Melbourne's Most Loved Hotels Will Land a New Japanese Diner in 2026, Boasting an Impressive Rare Whisky Collection and Saké Offering

menu draws on traditional techniques, rich flavours and fresh ingredients to produce premium dishes

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Coming Soon: You'll be Sipping Champagne in Sneakers at Frenchie, A Fuss-Free, Unpretentious Venue, Where Everything on the Menu is $14

All the plates, as well as all cocktails, bubbles and beers, are all $14. Yes you read that correctly.

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From Mango Matcha to Coffees: Here Are the Drink Trends Defining the Summer Season

From glazed doughnuts to ube matcha, we reveal the drinks you're about to see everywhere this summer.

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Farewell 2025: Celebrate New Year's Eve Outside the CBD at These Nine Melbourne Venues

Melbourne's inner suburbs are delivering some of the city's biggest New Year's Eve parties.

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How Sketch Manly Made Curry and Craft Beer a Northern Beaches Staple

"Sketch became our family project before it ever became a restaurant."

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Ten Road Trip-Worthy Restaurants You Should Visit in Victoria

Life is short, so it's imperative that once in a while you plan a road-trip to sample some of regional Victoria's exceptional food.

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Latest Openings

Restaurant
Cleo, Hyde Melbourne Place

130 Russell Street, Melbourne

The rooftop drinking and dining destination welcomes Eastern Mediterranean flavours and old-world cooking techniques.
Restaurant
Laura

Pt Leo Estate, 3649 Frankston-Flinders Road, Merricks

A faultless degustation-only restaurant in the middle of a 50-acre Mornington Peninsula winery and sculpture park.
Restaurant
Bar Sophia

161 Burke Road, Glen Iris

Central Park village has been reinvigorated with a new Aegean offering on Burke Road, inspired by the new wave of Athenian wine bars.
Restaurant
Reine & La Rue

380 Collins Street, Melbourne

The NOMAD team has taken French fine-dining to the next level in Melbourne.
Restaurant
Tokyo Tina

66A Chapel Street, Windsor

Located on the vibrant Windsor end of Chapel Street, Tokyo Tina is an energetic and modern Japanese restaurant, serving consistently top-quality food from its kitchen.
Restaurant
To Be Frank Bakery

3 Village Avenue, Brunswick East

Here, you can watch the bread and pastries take shape, with this much-loved bakery's new location inviting customers closer to the action.
Bar
Moondrop Bar

150-156 Gertrude Street, Fitzroy

Guests will be greeted with touches of Chan's Chinese heritage on all fronts: from Mahjong tables serving as furniture, to Chinese hip hop and R'n'B playing through the speakers.
Bar
LB's

12 Meyers Place, Melbourne

LB's Record Bar is centred around a vinyl music program with a rotating lineup of local DJs, with every record hand-sourced from local and independent stores.
Bar
Death & Co Melbourne

87 Flinders Lane, Melbourne

Perhaps they heard Aussies take their drinks rather seriously, too, because they chose Melbourne as the brand's first international location.
Bar
One or Two

18 Celestial Avenue, Melbourne

Interested in elusive small-batch whiskies and inventive cocktails? Look no further than One or Two.
Bar
Brico

555 Nicholson Street, Carlton North

Brico combines a much-vaunted corner spot in Fitzroy North with strong credentials from five hospo bona fides.
Bar
On Top, The StandardX

62 Rose Street, Fitzroy

In this setting, it would be rude not to have a drink or two, so its lucky there's Aperol Spritz, yuzu margs and lager on tap.

Arts & Entertainment

Love Arts & Entertainment experiences? Navigate the best venues and events near you picked by our expert curators at Concrete Playground.

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Champion the Tunes Shaping a Sustainable Culture by Voting for the Next Winner of the $20,000 Environmental Music Prize

Get behind the artists pushing climatic conversations forward, with tracks from King Stingray, Angie McMahon and DOBBY making the final cut.

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Genesis Owusu, Angie McMahon, Julia Jacklin and Other Aussie Artists are Headlining a Gaza Fundraiser Concert This Month

Musicians, speakers, advocates and community members from across the country are coming to Port Melbourne for a good cause.

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Hoyts Chadstone Has Just Levelled Up, Bringing IMAX with Laser Technology to Your Cinema-Going Experience

Brighter, clearer and more precise, this state-of-the-art cinema tech makes movies even better, starting with remastered screenings of 'Wicked: For Good'.

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Melbourne Museum Is Hosting an Exclusive Exhibition on the History and Legacy of Ancient Rome in 'ROME: Empire, Power, People'

Dive deep into the one and only Roman Empire with 150+ artefacts from April 2026.

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Sydney's Summer Cultural Calendar Is Packed — Lock In Tickets to These Must-See Shows and Exhibitions

Blockbuster musicals, bold new exhibitions and colourful citywide festivals are just some of the cultural highlights landing in Sydney this summer — here's how to make the most of them.

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The 'Stranger Things' Travel Guide: Real-World Places in Australia That Look Straight Out of Hawkins

From eerie small towns to American-inspired city diners, here's your guide to Hawkins before Stranger Things 5 drops.

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Featured Events

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Hunted+Gathered Gift Shop

Multiple single dates
Gertrude Street, Fitzroy

While the product is usually available online and at specialty grocers, this is a great opportunity to taste, explore and shop the collection in person.
Event
Yum Cha Sundays

Sun, 14 Dec, 2025
The National Hotel, Richmond

Cure your Sunday arvo blues with dumplings at The National Hotel in Richmond.
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LOFTS at The Rochey

Sun, 14 Dec, 2025
The Rochester Hotel, Fitzroy

Dance through the end of the weekend supported by Melbourne's up-and-coming DJ talent.

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Bottomless Martini Brunch

Sun, 14 Dec, 2025
Newmarket Hotel, St Kilda

End your weekend on a caffeine high with two hours of espresso martinis.
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Hank Marvin Market

Sun, 14 Dec, 2025
Royal Avenue Park, Sandringham

This Bayside market serves up a feast of food and drinks every Sunday.
Event
Free Lunch for Year 12s at Nandos

Multiple single dates
Various venues across Australia

Say goodbye to high school forever with a free chicken and chips meal when you receive your results.
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The Fitzroy Mills Market

Mon, 15 Dec, 2025
The Fitzroy Mills, Fitzroy

This much-loved Fitzroy market showcases a top selection of local food producers an makers each Saturday.
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Quick Bites Comedy

Mon, 15 Dec, 2025
Boney, Melbourne

A free weekly comedy night at Boney.
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Day Pool Pass at Vibe Hotel Melbourne Docklands

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 - Sat, 28 Feb 2026
Vibe Hotel Melbourne Docklands, Docklands

Ramp up the summer vibes, as non-guests are invited to swim and sip alongside this hotel's seventh-floor pool complete with stellar skyline views.

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Build & Sip at Brunetti Classico

Fri, 28 Nov - Sun, 21 Dec 2025
Brunetti Lygon Street, Carlton

Sip aperitivo-style drinks and learn from expert pastry chefs as you build a standout gingerbread house just in time for Christmas.
Event
Coburg Night Market 2025

Thu, 11 Dec 2025, Fri, 12 Dec 2025 and Sat, 13 Dec 2025
Bridges Reserve Coburg, Coburg

This much-loved night market returns to Melbourne's north, bringing three nights of live music, food trucks, artisan stalls and family-friendly activities.
Event
Oprah in Conversation

Thu, 11 Dec, 2025
Plenary, South Wharf

Oprah Winfrey is getting chatting in Melbourne on her first Down Under tour in a decade.

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'Barbie' the Movie in Concert

Sat, 13 Dec, 2025
Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, South Wharf

Kenergy alert: 'Barbie' is returning to the big screen in Melbourne for a concert screening with a live orchestra.

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Event
Salomon x BTV Run Club

Sat, 6 Dec and Sat, 13 Dec 2025
Albert Park, Albert Park

Everyone is invited on two runs in Albert Park, plus a daily run club bringing wholesome mornings to the four-day festival at Barunah Plains.

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Event
CERES Market at CERES Brunswick

Multiple single dates
CERES Community Environment Park, Brunswick East

Held every fortnight, this verdant Saturday market is the place to be to discover local creativity and vintage goods.
Event
Summer Music Series at Mr Mills

Multiple single dates
Mr Mills, Melbourne

Step into this chic late-night basement bar, where high-energy DJs will groove through the early hours all summer long.
Event
All-You-Can-Eat Gyoza

Wed, 17 Dec, 2025
Bosozoku, South Yarra

Head to South Yarra's Japanese biker bar for an hour of power every Wednesday night.

News
TMC Fine Jewellers Is Hosting a Scavenger Hunt This Saturday That Could Get You a Ring Worth $10,000

X marks the spot, and a bespoke diamond ring that would look perfect on your life partner's ring finger.

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The Best (And Coolest) Independent Retailers to Visit in Melbourne in 2025

From cult streetwear to timeless tailoring, discover Melbourne’s best independent boutiques and retail destinations to shop in 2025.

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News
Now Open: This Pink Beauty Bar Is Serving Up Pocket-Friendly Makeup and Skincare Services on High Street

From facials and makeovers under $50 to a private room to prep with friends, Beauty_Bar is a concept store designed to inject fun into getting ready.

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News
UNIQLO's Original Australian Flagship Has Reopened With Customisable Products and Double the Floor Space

The Australian home of the legendary Tokyo-based fashion brand just got even bigger.

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News
This Just In: IKEA Is Dropping A Whimsical Collection in Collaboration With Swedish Designer Teklan

Add to wishlist: IKEA Bluetooth speakers reimagined as colourful lamps and statement home decor.

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A Fresh Chapter for a Melbourne Icon: Collins Arcade Reopens with Luxe New Lineup

A new urban matcha garden, a surrealist patisserie and an entire level dedicated to wellness await.

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Latest Guides

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Ten Road Trip-Worthy Restaurants You Should Visit in Victoria

Life is short, so it's imperative that once in a while you plan a road-trip to sample some of regional Victoria's exceptional food.
Guide
The 25 Best Restaurants in Melbourne for 2025

From high-flying fine-diners in the CBD to tried-and-true neighbourhood haunts — these are the Melbourne restaurants we'd recommend to a friend (you, dear reader).
Guide
The 50 Best Restaurants in the Melbourne CBD for 2025

Whether you're after fine-diners or cheap eats, you're truly spoilt for choice when looking for places to eat in Melbourne's CBD.
Guide
The Best Things to Do in Melbourne This Week

Find the best things to do in Melbourne this week, including live music, pop-ups, exhibitions, markets and must-visit spots lighting up the city right now.

Guide
The Best Things to Do in Melbourne This Week

Find the best things to do in Melbourne this week, including live music, pop-ups, exhibitions, markets and must-visit spots lighting up the city right now.

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Planning A Trip to Tassie? Add These Whisky-Fuelled Experiences To Your List

The Still and Pontville Distillery offer both charming history and a glimpse into Tasmania's new wave of whisky.

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Sydney in Summer

See the Harbour City come alive when the sun shines.

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Game, Set, Match: AFLOAT is Launching a Floating Tennis Club on the Yarra River this January, Complete with French-Inspired Food and Drinks

Patrons can expect to find a 20-plus metre-long court, a pop-up store selling Melbourne-exclusive apparel, and a French-inspired food and drinks menu.

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Peninsula Hot Springs Has Been Named the Best Luxury Hot Springs in the World for 2025

Victoria’s Peninsula Hot Springs is being celebrated for its geothermal bathing, nature-immersed design and two decades of pioneering wellness experiences.

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Dine, Discover, Repeat: Your Guide to Sydney's Best Alfresco Spots, Markets and Summer Exhibitions

From openair markets to golden-hour spritzes, this is your guide to turning a summer outing in Sydney into a mini escape.

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Trending Bars and Restaurants

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Bar Sophia

161 Burke Road, Glen Iris

Central Park village has been reinvigorated with a new Aegean offering on Burke Road, inspired by the new wave of Athenian wine bars.
Restaurant
Reine & La Rue

380 Collins Street, Melbourne

The NOMAD team has taken French fine-dining to the next level in Melbourne.
Restaurant
No Biggie

130 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne

With only one thing on the menu, the hardest decision you’ll have to make is choosing between peppercorn or chimichurri.
Pub
Banjo's Social Club

Stanley Grose Drive, Malvern East

With open space, live music, and even a petting zoo, this is how you really do family-friendly.
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High St Hotel

213 High Street, Prahran

On the menu, you'll find tried and tested pub classics and snacky small plates to get you through an afternoon of bevvies.