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The best ice cream and gelato in Melbourne
It's getting hot in here this summer, so scoop up one of these delicious icy treats
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Five epic secret swimming spots across Victoria
Connect with nature at these hidden places to cool off – just don't tell anyone
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The best fish and chips in Melbourne
From old-school takeout joints to some bougie newcomers, we've rounded up our faves
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Is This Thing On?
Divorce is a laughing matter in Will Arnett and Laura Dern’s bittersweet break-up tale
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Hamlet
Riz Ahmed’s intense modern London screen adaptation of Shakespeare’s masterpiece is fearlessly cinematic
Love Local: A guide to Melbourne's suburbs
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Footscray
This inner-city suburb is the brightest jewel of Melbourne’s west, primarily thanks to the migrant communities that have come to call Footscray home.
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St Kilda
St Kilda’s past is as colourful as its present. Long considered Melbourne’s seaside playground, it was first known for its elite holiday...
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The world’s happiest city has launched a campaign to attract ‘job-unhappy’ people to move there
You and your burnt-out friend could be one of five pairs to win a trip to Copenhagen – here’s everything you need to know
Art
The best travel photos from the Sony World Photography Awards 2026 shortlist
Have a look at the most standout entries from the Student and Youth competitions, from snaps of Mount Fuji to the streets of India
Travel
How to finally go flight-free in 2026: A practical, actionable guide
Looking to become a more responsible traveller this year? Sustainable travel expert Karen Edwards shares her tips on ditching flights and embracing overland...
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