TravelThis beloved backpackers bus can get you from Melbourne to Sydney for just $62.99Cheap trip to Sydney, anyone? Flixbus is the Euro-based budget coach giant, now operating from Melbourne
TravelThis magical corner of Victoria is one of the world's 41 most underrated destinations in 2027Gippsland – the largest region in Victoria – has just been named on Time Out Travel's global guide to the best hidden gems to visit next year
Things to doMelbourne's huge new $74-million Costco superstore is on track to open in 2027The bulk-buy retailer will open its fifth Victorian warehouse in Pakenham – perhaps as early as April 2027
RestaurantsMelbourne is scoring a new Greek restaurant from a powerhouse teamMelbourne hospo heavyweight Simon Blacher has put together a killer team at Halo – a "mostly Greek" taverna set to open on Chapel Street this summer
KidsAustralia's longest mat-racing water slide is coming to MelbourneFunfields is set to unveil a 235m mat-racing water slide this summer, perfect for speed demons
RestaurantsMelbourne restaurant prices are officially rising faster than inflationThe October 2026 edition of MenuTrender's Price Watch compared 9,137 dishes across 498 Melbourne restaurants – and yep, pizza prices are on the up
TravelTwo luxe new Spirit of Tasmania ships are launching this month – here's the lowdownSpirit of Tasmania IV and Spirit of Tasmania V will start sailing across the Bass Strait from Victoria to Tassie on October 31 – here's what to expect
RestaurantsThree Victorian restaurants have been named among the 100 best in Asia-Pacific for 2026These Melbourne spots are among the Asia-Pacific's top dining destinations worth traveling for, according to Tatler
Things to doHere's where and how to spot a wild platypus in and around MelbourneIt’s peak platypus breeding season, so if you fancy an early wake up and a day trip, take your chances and go platypus watching
Things to doREVEALED: The Victorian suburbs that have seen the biggest house price surge over the past 15 yearsNew data from realestate.com.au has revealed the Australian suburbs where house prices have grown the most since 2011