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Move over gift cards, PesonallyPicked have Xmas gifting sorted

It’s that time of year again when we’re all struggling to think of what to get friends, colleagues, loved ones (and let’s be real – ourselves) for Christmas. So when Melbourne based gifting startup PersonallyPicked invited us to road-test their…

The Sweetest Day at CherryHill Orchards

Want a picture-perfect post-lockdown activity? Look no further than CherryHill Orchards. This summer, the Orchards are hosting a suite of activities, from BYO cherry picking picnics to package deals including a sunrise hot air balloon ride and champagne breakfast. Located…

Never Never Distilling Co launches Oyster Shell Gin at Society

Holy Schucks! McLaren Vale’s very own Never Never Distilling Co. teamed up with the recently launched Society to create a on-of-a-kind Oyster Shell Gin. Inspired by the Australian coastline, Oyster Shell Gin uses Kangaroo Island oyster shells to impart a minerality and…

Dune: On the IMAX Melbourne Big Screen

The year is 10191, and a war is brewing between the dynasties that rule the empire. Dune takes place against the backdrop of endless desert seas in director Denis Villeneuve’s epic new film. Having previously directed the excellent Blade Runner…

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Skydive without a parachute at iFly Melbourne

Freedom is found in more ways than one – Melbourne’s first indoor skydiving facility, iFLY Melbourne offers a chance to skydive without a parachute in a controlled and safe wind tunnel. It’s the closest sensation there is to skydiving – just without the part…

Fable Opens High Above Melbourne

High above the city sits Fable, Melbourne’s newest cocktail bar and rooftop lounge. Hidden within the Greek Community Building on level 13, Fable boasts exceptional views from the East End of the city all the way to the Arts Centre,…

Gintonica boozy advent calendar

24 Days of Ginmas with Gintonica Boozy Advent Calendars

Do you know what’s better than chocolate in your advent calendar? Gin & Whisky! After what was a hugely stressful year for most Melburnians, we think everyone needs their spirits lifted. Enter Gintonica & WhiskyRocks. These fine curators of Australian craft…

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Bloomin’ Marvellous Flower School Christmas Wreath Classes

There’s a reason so many people started baking, painting and gardening in lockdown. Learning new skills and working with your hands in a creative way has been shown to improve mood and reduce stress. As Melburnians begin to reconnecting with their…

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Drag Brunch Sundays at The Smith

Move over boring brunches! Combining some of our favourite things in life (brunch, booze and drag), The Smith’s weekly Drag Brunch is a glittery antidote to boring breakfasts. My plus one and I arrived at a very non-brunch time of…

Bottle of gin lying flat next to oyster shells

What we’re Sipping this Summer: November Drinks News

Holy Shucks: Society Launches Gin In Collaboration With Never Never Distilling Co McLaren Vale’s very own Never Never Distilling Co. have created an Oyster Shell Gin in collaboration with the recently launched Society, (80 Collins Street, Melbourne). Inspired by the Australian…