Guide to winter markets in Melbourne
Grab a hand-warming coffee (or mulled wine!) and stroll through the city’s distinctive markets, from daytime design fairs to after-dark fun fests.
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Your cold weather guide to keeping spirits up
From warming, relaxing spa treatments to next-level hot chocolate, here’s your recipe for rejuvenation in Melbourne this winter.
Ways to give back in winter
Make your next trip to the city an occasion to give back. Here’s our list of shops, galleries and diners that do their bit to help others.
Where to shop for ethical fashion in the city
Shopping sustainably is easy, once you know where to look. Here are some places to start.
The most Melbourne gifts for your mum
Sunday 12 May is not far away. Have you got a gift for Mother’s Day? Make it special, just like Melbourne.
Florists in and near Melbourne’s CBD
Don’t fight over the last droopy bunch of supermarket flowers. Get your order in now at one of the city’s top florists.
The ultimate guide to Shop the City
Shop the City takes over Melbourne once again on Wednesday 1 May.
Five free markets to visit before Mother's Day
Mother's Day is on Sunday 12 May. Make these Melbourne markets top of your shopping list.
A book lover's guide to Melbourne
Melbourne's love affair with books has a long history. Browse these city bookstores to find something to curl up with.
Everything you need to do at the Dog Lovers Show
Move over, cats! Melbourne’s celebrating all things canine. If we had tails, we’d wag them about these highlights from the Dog Lovers Show.
Where to go in Melbourne for Record Store Day
Saturday 13 April is Record Store Day and independent retailers around Melbourne are celebrating with live music, food, drink and plenty of wax.
Easter treats you need to try
Try our favourite ‘naughty but nice’ options for gifts or self-indulgence during chocolate (and hot-cross bun!) season.
Top trends from VAMFF and where to buy them
Here are our top six trends to take away from the Melbourne Fashion Festival, and where you can shop for them.
A guide to autumn markets in Melbourne
What better way to find that perfect something to cosy up with than exploring Melbourne’s distinctive markets?