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Melbourne's Best Barbers - We Have Tried Them

Melbourne’s Best Barbers – We Have Tried Them

By melbourneaus | November 22, 2023

Melbourne’s Best Barbers – We Have Tried Them Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Reddit WhatsApp After living in Melbourne for over two decades, I’ve sat in dozens of barber chairs having everything from quick trims to full makeovers. I’m pretty sure you’ve also gone through the highs and lows of finding the perfect barber in this bustling …

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Melbourne’s Best in Retail Shop Fit Outs

By melbourneaus | November 22, 2023

Melbourne’s Best in Retail Shop Fit Outs Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Reddit WhatsApp The competition for attention is fierce and first impressions are paramount, the significance of a well-crafted retail space cannot be overstated. The world of retail transformation is focused on excellence aiming for business growth and brand recognition. Retail spaces are interconnected with the …

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Navigating Success: Business Coaches’ Impact for Women

By melbourneaus | November 16, 2023

Navigating Success: Business Coaches’ Impact for Women Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Reddit WhatsApp The saying “It takes a village to raise a child” holds true not only for parenting, but also for building a thriving business. This truth became evident to me when a relative, whom we’ll call Joy, embarked on her entrepreneurial journey with a …

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Rotating Pizza Ovens – Where Can I Buy One?

By melbourneaus | November 15, 2023

Rotating Pizza Ovens – Where Can I Buy One? Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Reddit WhatsApp Imagine the aroma of bubbling cheese, the crispiness of a perfectly baked crust, and the joy of sharing a slice with friends and family in your backyard. This was the vision that convinced me to find the perfect outdoor pizza oven …

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Melbourne’s Best Rated Drainage Plumbers

By melbourneaus | November 10, 2023

Melbourne’s Best-Rated Drainage Plumbers Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Reddit WhatsApp Picture this – it’s a rainy Melbourne evening, and suddenly, you find yourself ankle-deep in murky water pooling in your backyard. The culprit? A stubborn drainage issue that requires more than just a plunger and determination. That’s when I realised the importance of having the right …

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Where to Find a Creative Space for Rent in Melbourne?

By melbourneaus | October 11, 2023

Where to Find a Creative Space for Rent in Melbourne? Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Reddit WhatsApp If you’re reading this, you likely have that burning desire to find the perfect canvas for your artistic expression. Are you looking for that place where your creative visions may materialise, where inspiration pours and where your artistic aspirations can …

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Top 10 Custom Home Builders in Melbourne

By melbourneaus | October 9, 2023

Top 10 Custom Home Builders in Melbourne Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Reddit WhatsApp Choosing the best custom home builder is very important because it is the foundation of your dream house. I did my research with some of Melbourne’s best builders and learned unique insights into the city’s building industry. Whether you’re starting your own custom …

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Best Business Coach for Builders and Construction Companies

By melbourneaus | October 7, 2023

Best Business Coach for Builders and Construction Companies Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Reddit WhatsApp The path towards success is always changing the corporate environment. It’s a journey characterised by difficulties, growing pains, and the ongoing desire for development and improvement. The function of a business coach is to act as a dependable professional and guide to …

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By admin | September 18, 2023

Baby Gymnastics Classes in Melbourne – Top 5 Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Reddit WhatsApp Ever wondered how to channel your little one’s boundless energy into something both fun and beneficial? Say hello to baby gymnastics! In addition to being a great method for your child to discover and enjoy movement, this lays the foundation for motor …

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By Melbourneaus | September 4, 2023

Melbournes Top 10 Commercial Cleaners Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Reddit WhatsApp So, you’ve got a commercial space, and you’re wondering how to keep it as sparkling as the Sydney Opera House? Well, mate, you’re in the right place. Maintaining a clean atmosphere is essential for business success—and, let’s be honest, your peace of mind—whether you work …

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  • Melbourne is one of the most liveable cities in the world

    Currently, Melbourne is currently the second-most liveable city in the world and the most liveable in Australia! There are a few reasons why Melbourne is considered such a great place to live: there are multiple public transport options, relatively low crime rates, and plenty of jobs.

  • Melbourne is home to world-class research facilities

    As a creative city home to world-class academics and an exciting entrepreneurial spirit, if you study in Melbourne you’ll soon be thinking outside the box

  • Melbourne’s laneway culture is rich, vivid and exciting.

    Melbourne’s winding alleyways are magical; they’ll probably make you feel as though you’ve stepped into a real-life Wonderland. The city is well-known across Australia for its vibrant laneway culture, which is brimming with bustling shopping arcades, wandering musicians, live music, quiet street-side book cafes… and the occasional secret street party!

  • It’s Australia’s cultural capital

    Melbourne’s eccentricity, creativity and love of the arts is universally famous.

    If you want to absorb some of Melbourne’s culture, check out the National Gallery of Victoria, the Australian Centre for Contemporary Art and the Australian Centre for the Moving Image. Plus, the city is home to more underground art movements, such as zine fairs (look out for Festival of the Photocopier), artist collectives, record stores, swing dancing clubs… the list goes on.

  • It’s ‘Australia’s best student city’

    Melbourne’s been regularly named Australia’s ‘best student city’ for local and international students – it’s the third-best student city in the world! This means that Melbourne excels in affordability, employer activity, desirability and student view. Here is proof.

Melbourne is the coastal capital of the southeastern Australian state of Victoria. At the city's centre is the modern Federation Square development, with plazas, bars, and restaurants by the Yarra River.
Melbourne is the capital city of the state of Victoria and is home to more than five million people. We have a proud history of cultural diversity – we’re made up of many different people from all kinds of cultures and all ages. We’re inclusive, progressive and respectful of people’s differences.

Melbourne’s Best Barbers – We Have Tried Them

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Melbourne’s Best Barbers – We Have Tried Them Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Reddit WhatsApp After living in Melbourne for over two decades, I’ve sat in dozens of barber chairs having everything from quick trims to full makeovers. I’m pretty sure you’ve also gone through the highs and lows of finding the perfect barber in this bustling …

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Melbourne’s Best in Retail Shop Fit Outs

By melbourneaus | November 22, 2023 | 0 Comments

Melbourne’s Best in Retail Shop Fit Outs Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Reddit WhatsApp The competition for attention is fierce and first impressions are paramount, the significance of a well-crafted retail space cannot be overstated. The world of retail transformation is focused on excellence aiming for business growth and brand recognition. Retail spaces are interconnected with the …

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Navigating Success: Business Coaches’ Impact for Women

By melbourneaus | November 16, 2023 | 0 Comments

Navigating Success: Business Coaches’ Impact for Women Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Reddit WhatsApp The saying “It takes a village to raise a child” holds true not only for parenting, but also for building a thriving business. This truth became evident to me when a relative, whom we’ll call Joy, embarked on her entrepreneurial journey with a …

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Rotating Pizza Ovens – Where Can I Buy One?

By melbourneaus | November 15, 2023 | 0 Comments

Rotating Pizza Ovens – Where Can I Buy One? Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Reddit WhatsApp Imagine the aroma of bubbling cheese, the crispiness of a perfectly baked crust, and the joy of sharing a slice with friends and family in your backyard. This was the vision that convinced me to find the perfect outdoor pizza oven …

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By melbourneaus | November 10, 2023 | 0 Comments

Melbourne’s Best-Rated Drainage Plumbers Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Reddit WhatsApp Picture this – it’s a rainy Melbourne evening, and suddenly, you find yourself ankle-deep in murky water pooling in your backyard. The culprit? A stubborn drainage issue that requires more than just a plunger and determination. That’s when I realised the importance of having the right …

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Where to Find a Creative Space for Rent in Melbourne?

By melbourneaus | October 11, 2023 | 0 Comments

Where to Find a Creative Space for Rent in Melbourne? Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Reddit WhatsApp If you’re reading this, you likely have that burning desire to find the perfect canvas for your artistic expression. Are you looking for that place where your creative visions may materialise, where inspiration pours and where your artistic aspirations can …

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Top 10 Custom Home Builders in Melbourne

By melbourneaus | October 9, 2023 | 0 Comments

Top 10 Custom Home Builders in Melbourne Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Reddit WhatsApp Choosing the best custom home builder is very important because it is the foundation of your dream house. I did my research with some of Melbourne’s best builders and learned unique insights into the city’s building industry. Whether you’re starting your own custom …

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By melbourneaus | October 7, 2023 | 0 Comments

Best Business Coach for Builders and Construction Companies Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Reddit WhatsApp The path towards success is always changing the corporate environment. It’s a journey characterised by difficulties, growing pains, and the ongoing desire for development and improvement. The function of a business coach is to act as a dependable professional and guide to …

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Baby Gymnastics Classes in Melbourne – Top 5

By admin | September 18, 2023 | 0 Comments

Baby Gymnastics Classes in Melbourne – Top 5 Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Reddit WhatsApp Ever wondered how to channel your little one’s boundless energy into something both fun and beneficial? Say hello to baby gymnastics! In addition to being a great method for your child to discover and enjoy movement, this lays the foundation for motor …

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Melbournes Top 10 Commercial Cleaners

By Melbourneaus | September 4, 2023 | 0 Comments

Melbournes Top 10 Commercial Cleaners Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Reddit WhatsApp So, you’ve got a commercial space, and you’re wondering how to keep it as sparkling as the Sydney Opera House? Well, mate, you’re in the right place. Maintaining a clean atmosphere is essential for business success—and, let’s be honest, your peace of mind—whether you work …

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Things to Do in Melbourne

Melbourne is a hip, dynamic metropolis, with an exciting city centre, inner-city neighborhoods that are full of unique character, and lush green parks and mountain ranges where you can enjoy Australian nature at its finest.

The city is known for its many laneways, its cultural diversity, excellent dining options for all budgets, and amazing street art. It’s also known for being the coffee capital of the world, and for being regularly voted as the world’s most livable city!
It’s official: you’ll find the world’s best coffee in Melbourne, as voted by over a thousand users on website booking.com.

Get a cup of coffee in Melbourne

Melbourne beat out many of the world’s most renowned coffee cities, such as Rome and Vienna, for the title; you’ll certainly know why once you see how committed Melbourne baristas are to their craft.

It’s actually hard to find a bad cup of coffee in Melbourne: the city touts itself as a world leader in coffee and café culture, and the inhabitants are proud to be coffee snobs! Cafes in London even advertise that they have Melbourne baristas, as Australian and New Zealander baristas essentially brought high-quality coffee to the city.

Melbourne even plays host to a coffee expo, and the 2014 world barista champion Pete Licata (from the USA) has described coffee culture in Melbourne as “incredible”. If you’re a coffee lover, you’ve come to the right place!

You’ll find great coffee just wandering through the laneways of the city, and there are actually tailored tours available to coffee aficionados: check out Hidden Secret Tours or Melbourne Coffee Tours for details.

The National Gallery- Heading up St Kilda Road, you will come across a monumental bluestone building on your left. Designed by Sir Roy Grounds, the National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) has a collection of more than 73,000 works of art. Make your way through the arched entrance, behind the wall of water and towards the Great Hall to see the world’s largest stained-glass ceiling, which casts a kaleidoscope of colours onto the gallery floor. Aside from its permanent collection, NGV also holds exhibitions and special events such as the annual Melbourne Winter Masterpieces series.

The National Gallery of Victoria

Heading up St Kilda Road, you will come across a monumental bluestone building on your left. Designed by Sir Roy Grounds, the National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) has a collection of more than 73,000 works of art. Make your way through the arched entrance, behind the wall of water and towards the Great Hall to see the world’s largest stained-glass ceiling, which casts a kaleidoscope of colours onto the gallery floor. Aside from its permanent collection, NGV also holds exhibitions and special events such as the annual Melbourne Winter Masterpieces series.

The Royal Botanic Gardens

From the air, these stunning, 38-hectare gardens suggest a set of giant green lungs in the middle of the city. Drawing over two million visitors annually, it's considered one of the finest examples of Victorian-era landscaping in the world. Here you'll find global plantings and a range of Australian flora. Mini ecosystems, a herb garden and an indigenous rainforest are set amid vast, picnic-friendly lawns and black-swan-spotted ponds. Be sure to book the Aboriginal Heritage Walk.

In summer the gardens play host to Moonlight Cinema and theatre performances. Other features include the 19th-century Melbourne Observatory for tours of the night sky, and the excellent, nature-based Ian Potter Foundation Children’s Garden, a whimsical, child-scaled place that invites kids and their parents to explore, discover and imagine.

The visitor centre is the departure point for tours, some of which are free and all of which should be booked by calling ahead (see the website for details). Close by, the National Herbarium, established in 1853, contains more than a million dried botanical specimens used for plant-identification purposes.

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