Around Melbourne

Melbourne is a city of surprises, where every corner has a story to tell, every street hides a gem, and every laneway offers an adventure. For seniors, the idea of exploring these hidden spots might seem daunting, but with a little planning and the right support, Melbourne’s treasures are more accessible than ever. We believe that life doesn’t slow down as you age — it’s about embracing the changes with a sense of adventure, discovering new places, and making memories in the city you love.

Melbourne’s foodie calendar just got a whole lot sweeter. This weekend, the Royal Exhibition Building transforms into a culinary playground for Little Food Market, and we’re absolutely buzzing about Montague Farms’ standout showcase. Running from Friday 18th through Sunday 20th July, this beloved Australian fruitgrower is putting their premium apple varieties front and centre—and honestly, we couldn’t be more here for it. The hero of their display?

Melbourne’s vibrant Latin American dining scene gets a Peruvian twist this July as Barra, the relaxed sister restaurant to hatted Morena in the bustling Collins Street precinct, launches its special ‘Taste of Peru’ menu to mark Peru’s National Independence Day on July 28th.

This winter, Mt Buller will become the epicentre of Australia’s most ambitious culinary and nightlife transformation. Starting June 5, renowned hospitality powerhouse Tommy Collins will launch their Winter Takeover, bringing Melbourne’s most celebrated chefs and the city’s signature energy to the snow-capped peaks across four spectacular weekends.

You are spoilt for choice when in Melbourne’s inner north. Whether you are smack-bang in the middle of Lygon Street, towards Victoria Street in Brunswick West or on Lygon Street in Brunswick East… what more could you want? But Figlia Brunswick East is in a league of its own. It’s not often that there is a place that really stops you in your tracks and beckons you to come back. After all, there are so many other new places to try.

For some parents, a week is peppered with visits to a playcentre. There are so many different types of playcentress in Melbourne, but you always know when you are on to a winner. We recently checked out Landing Playcentre in Bundoora, and we were absolutely blown away but what they had to offer. The best playcentres in Melbourne that we have visited always have about 80% of what we are looking for, so it’s a nice change to find one that seemingly has it all.

If you haven’t heard about Jurassic World: The Exhibition in Melbourne, then you must have been living under a prehistoric rock. The latest Jurassic exhibition to come to Brunswick is bigger and better than its predecessor, Dinos Alive. We were lucky enough to see the herds of dinosaurs up close and personal at the Jurassic World Exhibition in Melbourne, so if you’ve been considering heading along, here is our complete review. What is Jurassic World: The Exhibition?

Melbourne’s food scene is about to get a whole lot spicier this weekend and trust me, fellow foodies, you don’t want to miss this one! Two of our favourite local brands, Mingle Seasoning and Chappy’s Chips, are joining forces for what promises to be the ultimate snack collaboration that will have your taste buds doing the salsa. Know what you're looking for?

The AFL season is well and truly upon us, with round 1 in the books. If you’ve left it late to get your team kit, supporters merchandise or a gift for that footy mad friend or family member, then we’ve got you covered. The official AFL store Northland is our go to and we’ve got everything you need to know right here. Know what you're looking for? Jump ahead Toggle What is the AFL store Northland?

It’s always a big decision to step away from an established business to start your own. When you consider the fickle market and the growing cost of living, many individuals might be too gun-shy to throw their hat in the ring. Melbourne might just be the exception to the rule, with thousands of well-known brands thriving and many more on the horizon. 1. Set a budget and stick to it The most common undoing for any new business is managing funds.