Latest lifestyle stories from Melbourne, updated daily.
Novita Diamonds began in Australia and now runs 16 showrooms across four continents. Founder Iris Arnold built it on a simple bet: that buyers would choose lab grown stones once the price gap became impossible to ignore.
After years of pandemic-era stagnation, the city has reinvented its night-time economy and public infrastructure to attract a new wave of global arrivals.
From the quiet corners of the inner-north to the evolving commute into the CBD, here is how long-term residents are managing the city's latest changes.
As menu prices shift and booking culture evolves across Melbourne, here is how to navigate the city’s dining landscape this winter.
Beyond books: the free membership, spaces and programs offered by Melbourne's city libraries and the State Library Victoria.
Sky-high rents and a hyper-competitive housing market are testing newcomers, but insiders say local networks remain the key to cracking the city.
How to make the most of the National Gallery of Victoria's two city sites, from free permanent collections to special exhibitions.
A plain-language guide to Melbourne's public transport basics for newcomers, including how the Free Tram Zone works.
Recent adjustments at central markets have drawn more residents seeking affordable seasonal options amid cooler temperatures.
While Sydney swelters, Melbourne’s traders are betting on high-end curation and hyper-local sourcing to survive the city’s evolving retail habits.
The crush of bodies at Flinders Street Station is becoming a relic of the past as hybrid work patterns fundamentally shift when and how we navigate the city.
Fitzroy and Collingwood streets show how local routines and small initiatives shape daily life in Melbourne's inner north.
Melbourne locals can use targeted routes through markets, gardens and cultural venues to stay active during the July cold snap.
Heritage-listed pubs and iconic rooftop spots are updating their spaces and menus as the city's dining and nightlife activity shifts.
Everyday residents across Melbourne neighbourhoods continue to shape the city's character through quiet contributions that build connections.
Residents in several neighbourhoods pass along routines that cut costs and keep routines intact through the July cold.
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