Author Katherine Ng

June 3, 2026

There are few things more comforting than a vanilla slice from your local bakery, and this winter one of Victoria’s most beloved institutions is giving locals even more reason to drop in. Ferguson Plarre’s...

BAR LOURINHÃ CELEBRATES 20 YEARS WITH A WINTER OF FOOD, WINE AND FESTIVITIES

June 1, 2026

As Melbourne settles into the cooler months, Bar Lourinhã is embracing winter with a season-long celebration marking its 20th anniversary. The beloved CBD dining destination, led by Executive Chef and...

I’VE USED LUMINOUS SILK FOR MORE THAN DECADE. THE REFORMULATION DIDN’T LET ME DOWN

May 29, 2026

Uncategorized

I’ve been buying Armani Beauty's Luminous Silk foundation for over ten years and it has never failed me. What has kept me coming back is the finish, the coverage and the buildability. It has always given me...

NATIONAL PIES’ CULT CHEESEBURGER PIE IS COMING TO WOOLWORTHS

May 27, 2026

If you missed the Cheeseburger Pie at Bunnings, good news: National Pies is bringing it to Woolworths — and this time, you can make it at home. The iconic pie from Hobart-based Tasmanian Bakeries first...

BIODERMA REINVENTS ITS CULT HYDRABIO RANGE WITH NEXT-GEN HYDRATION TECHNOLOGY

May 25, 2026

Beauty, Beauty News, Features, Skincare and Haircare

French dermatological skincare brand BIODERMA has overhauled its beloved Hydrabio range, launching a new lineup of hydro-active products designed to tackle one of modern skincare's most universal concerns:...

UNIQLO AND KAWS BRING KAWS WINTER TO AUSTRALIA

May 21, 2026

UNIQLO and KAWS are excited to launch KAWS WINTER, a special knitwear collection that marks a new chapter in their creative partnership. Available in Australian stores and online from today Thursday, May 21,...

CHARLES LECLERC’S CANNES GLOW IS A THREE STEP FORMULA WORTH STEALING

May 18, 2026

Beauty, Beauty News, Features, Skincare and Haircare, Uncategorized

Fresh from the Formula 1 grid, Charles Leclerc traded his racing helmet for a tuxedo at this year’s Cannes Film Festival — and his skin stole the show. Making his Cannes debut as a global ambassador for...

MECCA COSMETICA’S NEW RICH CREAM IS THE BARRIER RESCUE YOU NEED THIS WINTER

May 14, 2026

If your skin has been feeling tight, depleted and perpetually thirsty no matter how much you layer on, MECCA COSMETICA has an answer. Developed directly from customer feedback, Rich Cream is a...

TOO FACED IS BRINGING THE BRONCE THIS WINTER…AND IT SMELLS LIKE CHOCOLATE

May 11, 2026

Just when we thought we'd have to kiss our sun-kissed skin goodbye for the season, Too Faced has other plans. The brand that quite literally put bronzer on the map is turning up the heat this winter with the...

MOTHER’S DAY GIFT GUIDE 2026

April 24, 2026

Beauty, Features

Finding the perfect gift for the most important woman in your life shouldn't be stressful. It should be a joy. This curated guide takes the guesswork out of gifting, with picks for every kind of mum or...

UNIQLO AND NEEDLES DROP THEIR FIRST-EVER FLEECE COLLABORATION TODAY

April 23, 2026

Fashion, Features, News, Uncategorized

Global apparel retailer UNIQLO has today launched its highly anticipated debut collaboration with Japanese cult label NEEDLES, with the collection now available in stores and online. The collection unites...

VICHY LABORATOIRES IS FINALLY AVAILABLE IN AUSTRALIA – HERE’S WHAT TO KNOW

April 20, 2026

Beauty, Beauty News

If you've ever come across Vichy Laboratoires while travelling through a French pharmacy and wondered why it wasn't sold back home, the wait is over. The brand is officially launching in Australia this April...

ROCKWIZ RETURNS HOME TO THE ESPY FOR FOUR-NIGHT-ONLY LIVE SHOWS

April 15, 2026

Arts & Entertainment, Features, Lifestyle, Uncategorized

Australia’s most beloved music quiz show, RocKwiz, is heading back to where it all began, with a strictly limited run of live shows at Hotel Esplanade this May. Taking over the iconic Gershwin Room from...

DYSON LAUNCHES FIRST PORTABLE HUSHJET MINI COOL FAN DESIGNED FOR LIFE ON THE MOVE

April 12, 2026

Beauty, Beauty News, Features, Lifestyle

Dyson has unveiled its first portable handheld fan, the HushJet Mini Cool fan, marking a new step in the company’s expansion into personal cooling technology. Weighing just 212 grams and offering up to six...

MECCA MAX’S FANGIRL PANORAMIC TUBING MASCARA IS HERE TO GIVE YOUR LASHES THEIR MAIN CHARACTER MOMENT

April 7, 2026

Australian colour beauty brand MECCA MAX is turning up the drama with its latest launch: the Fangirl Panoramic Tubing Mascara. A glossy black, lash-defining tubing formula designed for those who are serious...

UNIQLO AND JW ANDERSON UNVEIL A BRITISH-INSPIRED WINTER WARDROBE

April 1, 2026

Fashion, Features, Uncategorized

Global fashion favourite UNIQLO has officially announced the launch of its highly anticipated Fall/Winter collaboration with JW ANDERSON, arriving just in time to refresh cold-weather wardrobes with a...

GARNIER LAUNCHES KERATIN SLEEK FOR LONG-LASTING, FRIZZ-FREE SHINE

March 30, 2026

Beauty, Beauty News, Features, Skincare and Haircare

Following the success of its Curls Method debut, Garnier Fructis is ushering in a new era of sleek styling with the launch of its Keratin Sleek range. Designed as a four-step routine, the collection promises...

LA MANNA SWEETENS GOOD FRIDAY APPEAL WITH CHARITY LAMINGTON AND FAMILY FESTA IN MELBOURNE

March 27, 2026

As Melbourne gears up for the annual Good Friday Appeal, LaManna (often dubbed the “10,000m² food shopping heaven”) is adding a sweet incentive to its longstanding support of the Royal Children's...

BUY ONE GET ONE FREE FROYO FOR A REFILL? YO-CHI DITCHES $10M WATER SALES IN BOLD PLASTIC-FREE MOVE

March 25, 2026

Cult-favourite dessert chain Yo-Chi is turning sustainability into a seriously sweet deal, offering Aussies a free frozen yoghurt moment this Wednesday 25 March. To celebrate, customers who simply refill their...

BRUNCH IN THE SHOWER: SUNDAE BODY SERVES UP A SWEET NEW COLLECTION

March 23, 2026

One of Australia’s most-loved body care brands, Sundae Body, is celebrating five years of fun, fragrance and innovation with the launch of its indulgent new Brunch Whipped Shower Foam Collection. The playful...

RESTORED AND RESILIENT: ELLA BACHÉ LAUNCHES NEW INTENSIVE RECOVERY CREAM

March 18, 2026

Australian skincare brand Ella Baché is ushering in a new season of skin resilience with the launch of its reformulated Intensive Recovery Cream this March. Designed to support compromised complexions, the...

THE ANGEL OF MALVERN IS GETTING A MULTI-LEVEL GLOW-UP

March 16, 2026

One of Melbourne's most storied local pubs is about to get a seriously impressive reinvention. The Angel of Malvern — a neighbourhood cornerstone since it first opened its doors in 1856 as The Gardiner Hotel...

MECCA MAX LAUNCHES MULTIPLAYER MODE SHAPING STICKS FOR EFFORTLESS, PLAYFUL MAKEUP

March 12, 2026

Australian colour beauty brand MECCA MAX is dialling up the fun factor in makeup with the launch of its new Multiplayer Mode Shaping Sticks, a collection of multipurpose cream sticks designed to simplify and...

MODERNITY IN MOTION: UNIQLO : C UNVEILS FALL/WINTER COLLECTION

March 10, 2026

UNIQLO has announced the launch of “Modernity in Motion,” the latest Fall/Winter collection from its special line UNIQLO : C, designed by Creative Director Clare Waight Keller. Available now, the...

LA ROCHE-POSAY TEAMS UP WITH VALTTERI BOTTAS TO CHAMPION SUN SAFETY AT THE AUSTRALIAN GRAND PRIX

March 6, 2026

Beauty, Beauty News, Uncategorized

French dermatological skincare brand La Roche-Posay is accelerating its commitment to sun safety by partnering with Formula 1 driver Valtteri Bottas ahead of the highly anticipated Formula 1...

KENTUCKY MEETS ST KILDA: JIM BEAM’S ROADHOUSE ROLLS INTO MELBOURNE FOR GRAND PRIX WEEK

March 2, 2026

Event, Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

As Melbourne gears up for the roar of race week, a slice of Kentucky is rolling into town. For the first time ever, Jim Beam is launching its Jim Beam Roadhouse, transforming Village Belle into a high-octane...

SKINMERGENCIES NO MORE: KIEHL’S LAUNCHES ULTRA FACIAL MELTDOWN RECOVERY CREAM WITH A SWEET TWIST

February 26, 2026

Twenty years after the debut of its cult-favourite Ultra Facial Cream, heritage apothecary brand Kiehl’s is ushering in a new era of barrier-first skincare with the launch of Ultra Facial Meltdown Recovery...

GRILL’D DROPS LIMITED EDITION BLIND BOX PLUSHIES AND FANS ARE OBSESSED

February 24, 2026

Grill’d is turning up the heat with a fun sized surprise, unveiling exclusive limited edition blind box plush keyrings that are already sparking a full blown online frenzy. Tapping into the collectible craze...

ALLSAINTS STEPS INTO SCENT: THE FRAGRANCE TRIO YOU NEED TO KNOW

February 20, 2026

AllSaints has brought its signature edge to the world of fragrance with the launch of a new three-piece collection, now available in Australia exclusively at Ultra Beauty. Priced at $89.99 for 100ml, the range...

LANDO NORRIS BRINGS QUADRANT TO MELBOURNE FOR FIRST EVER GLOBAL POP UP

February 18, 2026

Features, Lifestyle

Formula 1 World Champion Lando Norris is bringing his motorsport-inspired lifestyle brand, Quadrant, to Melbourne this March for its first-ever global pop-up shop. Timed to coincide with the 2026 Australian...

MECCA MAX ACCELERATES BEAUTY GAME AT AUSTRALIAN GRAND PRIX 2026

February 11, 2026

Beauty, Features, Products, Uncategorized

Australian beauty powerhouse MECCA MAX is revving up for its third consecutive year at the FORMULA 1 QATAR AIRWAYS AUSTRALIAN GRAND PRIX 2026, delivering its most ambitious trackside activation yet. The...

VALENTINE’S DAY GIFT GUIDE

February 8, 2026

Beauty, Features, Lifestyle

Need the perfect gift for your Valentine? We've rounded up our top ten to help you find something special for your loved...

BROW GURU 2.0: MECCA MAX REDEFINES MODERN BROWS

February 6, 2026

Beauty, Beauty News, Features, Products, Uncategorized

Australian colour beauty brand MECCA MAX is sharpening its brow game with the launch of its next-generation Brow Guru lineup, designed to deliver high-definition arches with minimal effort. The new release...

CERAVE MAKES HAIRCARE DEBUT WITH ANTI-DANDRUFF RANGE

February 4, 2026

CeraVe, the number one dermatologist-recommended skincare brand in the US, is launching its first-ever haircare range in Australia. The collection, developed with dermatologists, focuses on scalp health with...

MONDO GELATERIA SET TO SCOOP INTO MELBOURNE CBD WITH GLOBAL FLAVOURS AND LATE-NIGHT SWEET TREATS

January 29, 2026

Mondo Gelateria has made a splash on Elizabeth Street now that it’s open, bringing a globe-trotting approach to artisanal gelato in the heart of the CBD. Led by Owner and Gelato Artist Rio Olivetti, who...

WINE & CHEESE FEST RETURNS TO PORT MELBOURNE THIS MARCH

January 27, 2026

Melbourne’s most indulgent celebration of flavour is back, with the much loved Wine & Cheese Fest returning to The Timber Yard in Port Melbourne on Saturday 14 March 2026. Now in its 13th edition, the...

BEAUTY ESSENTIALS TO KEEP YOU FRESH AT THE AUSTRALIAN OPEN

January 21, 2026

Beauty, Features, Products, Uncategorized

Spending a full day courtside at the Australian Open means sunshine, long walks between matches and plenty of heat, so a smart beauty and wellbeing kit is essential. First up, sun protection is non negotiable....

MECCA SERVES BEAUTY ON CENTRE COURT AS OFFICIAL AUSTRALIAN OPEN PARTNER

January 12, 2026

Beauty, Beauty News, Features, Lifestyle, Uncategorized

MECCA is back at the Australian Open as the Official Beauty Partner, with MECCA COSMETICA crowned the tournament’s Official SPF as part of a major long-term partnership with Tennis Australia. With more than...

BAR BOUNI IS THE KIND OF HIDDEN GEM YOU’LL WANT TO KEEP COMING BACK TO

January 8, 2026

Tucked away behind the Arts Centre and just a short stroll from the Malthouse Theatre, Bar Bouni is a great little find in Southbank. Sitting at the bottom of a new build, the space feels modern but still warm...

LAST MINUTE NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY OPTIONS BY THE RIVER

December 30, 2025

Arts & Entertainment, Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

If you are doing a last minute wrap up of New Year’s Eve plans and still haven’t locked in where to celebrate, two Melbourne venues are delivering big on atmosphere, entertainment and front row fireworks...

OUR LAST, LAST MINUTE CHRISTMAS TOP 5 GIFTS

December 22, 2025

Features, Lifestyle

Left your Christmas shopping to the eleventh hour? Don’t stress. These five easy win gift ideas are all crowd pleasers, widely available and perfect for wrapping up festive cheer at the last...

2025 CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDE

December 9, 2025

Beauty, Features, Lifestyle

It's that time of year where gifting is on everyone's minds! We've picked some of our favourite items for some inspo for your gifts for your loved...

98 LYGON ST UNVEILS A MEDITERRANEAN-INSPIRED SUMMER COURTYARD

December 9, 2025

Brunswick East’s beloved neighbourhood bar and bistro, 98 Lygon St, is welcoming the warmer months with the debut of its newly refreshed courtyard — a sun-soaked escape bringing effortless European charm...

CERAVE OPENS ITS FIRST-EVER HOLIDAY HOUSE OF HYDRATION IN MELBOURNE

December 4, 2025

This December, CeraVe is unwrapping the gift of great skin with its first-ever Holiday House of Hydration, a three-day, free pop-up landing in the heart of Melbourne. From 5–7 December at Federation Square,...

MECCA RETURNS TO THE AUSTRALIAN OPEN IN 2026 WITH A NEW ERA OF BEAUTY AND SUN PROTECTION

December 3, 2025

MECCA is returning to the Australian Open in 2026 with a major announcement: the beauty powerhouse will once again serve as the Official Beauty Partner, marking the beginning of a landmark long-term...

KMART UNVEILS ITS FESTIVE CHRISTMAS RANGE FOR EVERY CORNER OF THE HOME

November 30, 2025

Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle, News, Uncategorized

After attending the Kmart Christmas event this year, it’s clear the retailer has mastered the art of making the festive season feel effortless, joyful, and accessible for every Australian household. The new...

BAR BOUNI BRINGS A BOLD NEW “LEBO-TERRANEAN” DINING EXPERIENCE TO MELBOURNE

November 23, 2025

Bar Bouni, the newest venture from Melbourne hospitality icons Tommy Collins, has opened its doors, introducing Lebo-terranean, a vibrant new dining concept that fuses contemporary flair with the soul of...

UNIQLO CELEBRATES A NEW ERA WITH THE GRAND REOPENING OF ITS EMPORIUM MELBOURNE FLAGSHIP

November 19, 2025

Fashion, Features, News, Uncategorized

UNIQLO is ushering in a fresh chapter of LifeWear in Australia with the grand reopening of its flagship Emporium Melbourne store, unveiling a revitalised retail space designed to elevate the customer...

DEATH & CO MAKES ITS INTERNATIONAL DEBUT ON MELBOURNE’S FLINDERS LANE

November 16, 2025

The world-renowned cocktail institution Death & Co is officially stepping beyond U.S. borders, opening its first international outpost in Melbourne’s iconic Flinders Lane. Since its 2006 beginnings in...

HUDA BEAUTY LAUNCHES ITS FIRST-EVER POWDER BLUSH — THE BLUSH FILTER PALETTE

November 10, 2025

Huda Beauty is expanding its iconic blush lineup with a major debut — the brand’s first-ever powder blush, the Blush Filter Palette, now available exclusively at Sephora. The limited-edition release...

THE DOOT RETURNS: A KENSINGTON ICON REBORN

November 6, 2025

The wait is finally over — the iconic Doutta Galla Hotel, affectionately known as The Doot, has reopened its famous red doors in Kensington after nearly a year of extensive renovations. Under new ownership...

FERGUSON PLARRE AND FOWLES WINE UNVEIL THE ULTIMATE BEEF AND SHIRAZ PIE

November 3, 2025

Ferguson Plarre’s Bakehouse has teamed up with Victorian winery Fowles Wine to launch the limited-edition Beef and Shiraz Pie, available from 3–30 November 2025. Celebrating two local favourites – rich...

UNIQLO X ANYA HINDMARCH RETURNS WITH PLAYFUL “T-SHIRT SHOP” COLLECTION FOR SUMMER 2025

October 30, 2025

Fashion, Features, News, Uncategorized

Global apparel retailer UNIQLO and British designer Anya Hindmarch have reunited for another standout collaboration — this time focusing on wardrobe essentials with a whimsical twist. Launching on 4 December...

THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY UNVEILS A SMOKING NEW PUB MENU WITH A SOUTHEAST ASIAN TWIST

October 27, 2025

The General Assembly has fired up its Josper charcoal grill and launched a new elevated pub menu just in time for the warmer months. Curated by Head Chef Jin Choi, the refreshed lineup takes classic Australian...

CERAVE EXPANDS ITS BLEMISH-CONTROL RANGE WITH TWO GAME-CHANGING INNOVATIONS

October 22, 2025

Global skincare brand CeraVe has unveiled two new powerhouse products expanding its beloved Blemish Control range: the Blemish Barrier Patches and Blemish Control Clay-to-Foam Cleanser. Developed with...

VICTORIA BECKHAM BEAUTY LAUNCHES EXCLUSIVELY AT MECCA

October 20, 2025

Victoria Beckham Beauty is making its long-awaited debut in Australia and New Zealand, with the luxury brand launching exclusively at select MECCA stores and online at mecca.com from tomorrow, 21 October...

KYLIE MINOGUE UNVEILS NEW FRAGRANCE DUO: LOVERS FLEUR AND LOVERS NOIR

October 15, 2025

Australian pop icon Kylie Minogue has launched her latest fragrance collection, LOVERS, a captivating duo that celebrates love in all its forms — romantic, platonic, or personal. Available exclusively at...

BEAUTY ALL AROUND: MECCA LAUNCHES 2025 HOLIDAY COLLECTION

October 14, 2025

MECCA is kicking off the festive season in style with its dazzling 2025 Holiday Collection, landing in stores and online from today, 14 October 2025. Celebrating 10 years of the MECCA Holiday Artist Series,...

GLOBEWEST MELBOURNE WAREHOUSE SALE RETURNS WITH STYLE, SAVINGS AND SWEET TREATS

October 10, 2025

Features, Home, Lifestyle

Melbourne’s design lovers, mark your calendars—GlobeWest’s highly anticipated Warehouse Sale is back from Thursday 16th to Saturday 18th October 2025, and it’s bigger than ever. Held across two...

SKINCEUTICALS LAUNCHES ADVANCED RGN-6, A NEW ERA IN ANTI-AGING SKINCARE

October 8, 2025

SkinCeuticals has introduced its latest innovation, Advanced RGN-6, a multi-action cream designed to target the most visible signs of skin aging. Developed over nearly five years of research, this breakthrough...

MELBOURNE’S RIVERLAND BAR UNVEILS MEXI: A BOLD TEX-MEX POP-UP BY THE YARRA

October 5, 2025

Melbourne’s iconic Riverland Bar is turning up the heat this spring with the launch of MEXI by Riverland Bar, a vibrant new Tex-Mex pop-up serving up fiery flavours, eye-catching cocktails, and laid-back...

MECCA UNVEILS ARCHIVE EDITS CELEBRATING BEAUTY’S MOST ICONIC MOMENTS

September 29, 2025

MECCA has launched MECCA Archive – a living collection that pays tribute to the defining cultural shifts and icons that have shaped beauty in the 21st century. To mark the milestone, MECCA has released five...

MAISON SAINT AIX CELEBRATES 15 YEARS OF ROSÉ WITH A SYDNEY SHOWCASE

September 21, 2025

This October, Maison Saint Aix will toast 15 years of its iconic AIX Rosé with a celebration in Sydney, bringing the essence of Provence to Australia. Founded in 2008 in the renowned Côteaux d’Aix...

LE TAN LAUNCHES NEW SPF FACE SERUMS WITH SKINCARE BENEFITS

September 15, 2025

Australian sun-care icon Le Tan has unveiled its latest innovation in daily SPF protection: two new SPF Face Serums that combine high-performance sun protection with real skincare benefits. Backed by nearly 50...

CATE BLANCHETT JOINS UNIQLO AS GLOBAL BRAND AMBASSADOR

September 4, 2025

Global fashion retailer UNIQLO has announced Academy Award-winning actor Cate Blanchett as its newest Global Brand Ambassador, marking a significant partnership that extends beyond traditional celebrity...

MECCA MAX LAUNCHES GAME-CHANGING LIFE PROOF SATIN BLUR FOUNDATION

September 2, 2025

Australian colour beauty brand MECCA MAX has unveiled its latest innovation with the Life Proof Satin Blur Foundation, a revolutionary long-wearing base that promises to keep up with even the busiest...

A MEAL FIT FOR A KING: FERGUSON PLARRE LAUNCHES FOOT-LONG SAUSAGE ROLL FOR FATHER’S DAY

August 27, 2025

In celebration of Father’s Day, iconic Victorian bakery Ferguson Plarre’s Bakehouse is going big – literally – with the launch of its new Foot Long Sausage Roll, affectionately dubbed ‘The King’....

FATHER’S DAY GIFT GUIDE 2025

August 24, 2025

Features, Lifestyle

Father's Day is a stone's throw away on Sunday 7 September! We have picked our favourites to help you pick something special for your special person. Images...

CIRQUE DU SOLEIL’S CORTEO SPRINGS INTO MELBOURNE

August 23, 2025

Arts & Entertainment, Features, Lifestyle

Cirque du Soleil’s beloved production Corteo has sparked a wave of enchantment at Melbourne’s John Cain Arena. Playing until Sunday, 31 August 2025, audiences are welcomed into a dreamlike carnival as...

PHLUR LANDS DOWN UNDER: CULT FAVOURITE FRAGRANCE ARRIVES AT MECCA

August 20, 2025

Modern fragrance brand PHLUR is officially making waves in the Southern Hemisphere. The cult-favorite label, co-owned by influencer and entrepreneur Chriselle Lim, has just announced its highly anticipated...

UNIQLO : C UNVEILS CLARE WAIGHT KELLER’S SPRING/SUMMER 2025 COLLECTION

August 17, 2025

Global fashion giant UNIQLO has unveiled the latest chapter of UNIQLO : C, the special line designed by British fashion visionary Clare Waight Keller. Renowned for her elegant yet accessible approach to...

CERAVE UNVEILS GAME-CHANGING AIR FOAM CLEANSER WITH REVOLUTIONARY TECHNOLOGY

August 11, 2025

Global skincare favourite CeraVe is making waves in the beauty world with the launch of its most significant cleansing innovation in two decades. The brand's new Balancing Air Foam Cleanser introduces...

VIVA MELBOURNE UNLEASHES A NEW ERA OF NIGHTLIFE WITH DARING CABARET SPECTACLES

August 6, 2025

Arts & Entertainment, Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Melbourne’s nightlife has a bold new heartbeat—and it’s pulsing from North Melbourne. Since opening its doors in 2024, VIVA Melbourne has fast become a nightlife icon, blending the vintage glamour of...

BILLIE SHAVE BRAND LAUNCHES IN AUSTRALIA WITH A MESSAGE OF BODY AUTONOMY

July 30, 2025

Internet-famous shave brand Billie has officially landed in Australia, bringing with it a curated range of innovative and affordable hair removal products that celebrate personal choice and challenge outdated...

MECCA UNVEILS MECCA APOTHECARY: A NEW ERA OF INNER BEAUTY AND WELLNESS

July 28, 2025

Australia’s leading beauty retailer MECCA is set to open the doors to its most holistic concept yet — MECCA Apothecary — on 8 August, nestled inside the sprawling 4,000 sqm MECCA Bourke Street flagship...

HICKENS HOTEL OPENS IN MELBOURNE CBD WITH FOUR LEVELS, A ROOFTOP BAR AND AUSTRALIA’S FIRST CARLTON DRAUGHT BAR

July 23, 2025

Melbourne’s pub scene has a bold new player with the launch of Hickens Hotel, officially opening on the corner of Russell and Little Collins Streets. Following a $12 million renovation, the iconic site has...

SKINCEUTICALS LAUNCHES A.G.E. INTERRUPTER ULTRA SERUM TO TARGET VISIBLE SIGNS OF AGEING

July 21, 2025

Beauty, Features, Uncategorized

Global medical aesthetic skincare leader Skinceuticals has unveiled the latest innovation in its anti-ageing arsenal: the A.G.E. Interrupter Ultra Serum. This cutting-edge formula is designed to visibly...

LANCÔME UNVEILS RÉNERGIE C.R.X TRIPLE SERUM RETINOL – A NEW ERA OF PRO-AGING SKINCARE

July 17, 2025

In a bold reimagining of one of its most iconic skincare lines, Lancôme has launched its latest innovation in Australia: the Rénergie C.R.x Triple Serum Retinol. Marking 35 years since the original Rénergie...

UNIQLO BRINGS THE MAGIC OF STUDIO GHIBLI TO AUSTRALIA WITH THE ‘MY DEAR’ COLLECTION

July 14, 2025

Fashion, Features, Lifestyle, Uncategorized

Get ready, Ghibli fans—UNIQLO is bringing a dose of movie magic to your wardrobe. Launching today, July 14, the global fashion retailer is unveiling its third Studio Ghibli UT collection, “My Dear,” and...

NICK & NORA’S MELBOURNE IS CELEBRATING FIVE YEARS WITH ENDLESS FIZZ

July 11, 2025

Nick & Nora's Melbourne is marking a major milestone with the kind of sparkling celebration that would make Gatsby himself jealous. The iconic venue is toasting five fabulous years in the city with their...

STEP INSIDE THE MECCA OF ALL MECCA’S AS MECCA BOURKE STREET OPENS THIS AUGUST

July 8, 2025

Beauty lovers, mark your calendars. MECCA is officially opening the doors to its long-awaited Melbourne flagship on Friday, 8 August. Located on the iconic site of the former Cole’s Book Arcade at 299 Bourke...

MECCA MAX LAUNCHES ‘MILK IT’ SOOTHING MOISTURE MIST FOR ULTIATE SKIN HYDRATION

July 7, 2025

Australian beauty powerhouse MECCA MAX has unveiled its latest skincare innovation with the launch of MILK IT Soothing Moisture Mist, a multitasking hydrator that's set to become a staple in beauty routines...

DYSON UNVEILS REVOLUTIONARY AIRWRAP 2X MULTI STYLER WITH GAME CHANGING TECHNOLOGY

July 3, 2025

Dyson has just dropped what might be the most anticipated hair tool launch of 2025 – the Airwrap Co-anda 2x multi-styler and dryer, featuring their groundbreaking Hyperdymium 2 motor. This isn't just an...

LA ROCHE-POSAY LAUNCHES POWERFUL NEW SOLUTION FOR ADULT BLEMISH-PRONE SKIN

June 30, 2025

Australia’s number one dermatologist-recommended skincare brand, La Roche-Posay, has unveiled the latest innovation in its iconic Effaclar range: the Effaclar A.Z. Gel-Cream. Specially formulated for adult...

MOLLI RELAUNCHES IN ABBOTSFORD WITH A BOLD NEW LOOK

June 27, 2025

The beloved Abbotsford eatery, Molli, has officially relaunched with a refreshed concept and a new culinary force at the helm. Part of the Mulberry Group, Molli is now led by head chef Caitlin Koether –...

IMPROVING ACCESS TO SKIN HEALTH IN RURAL AUSTRALIA – ACT FOR DERMATOLOGY MISSION BY CERAVE

June 23, 2025

Beauty, Features, Interviews and What's In My Makeup Bag, Skincare and Haircare

CeraVe Australia, part of the L’Oréal Dermatological Beauty portfolio, has launched a new initiative in partnership with Dermatology Australasia to improve access to skin health care in rural and regional...

WINTER BEAUTY FAVOURITES: THE SKINCARE SWITCH-UP YOUR ROUTINE NEEDS

June 19, 2025

Beauty, Features, Products, Skincare and Haircare, Uncategorized

As the chill of winter sets in, it’s not just your wardrobe that needs an update—your skincare routine does too. The combination of cold winds, dry indoor heating, and low humidity can wreak havoc on the...

FOOD NEWS: FERGUSON PLARRE SLINGS HALF PRICE PIES THIS WINTER, BEVERLY ROOFTOP REOPENS AND MISTER BIANCO SICILIAN DINNER

June 16, 2025

BAKE TO THE 90s: FERGUSON PLARRE IS SLINGING HALF-PRICE THIS WINTER SEASON Ferguson Plarre’s Bakehouse is dishing out serious nostalgia this winter with its limited-time throwback prices on classic...

GARNIER LAUNCHES PURE ACTIVE PIMPLE PATCHES TO TACKLE BLEMISHES FAST

June 12, 2025

Skincare favourite Garnier has just unveiled a targeted solution for breakout-prone skin, introducing its new Pure Active Pimple Patches—a game-changing addition to any anti-blemish routine. Designed for...

KOREAN SKINCARE FAVOURITE BEAUTY OF JOSEON IS NOW AVAILABLE AT CHEMIST WAREHOUSE

June 9, 2025

K-beauty fans, rejoice! Cult-favourite Korean skincare brand Beauty of Joseon has officially arrived at Chemist Warehouse, bringing its viral, tradition-meets-innovation formulas to Aussie shelves. Known for...

REVIEW: BANG BANG ST KILDA DELIVERS FLAVOUR PACKED FOOD

June 4, 2025

Tucked away on the edge of Albert Park Lake, Bang Bang in St Kilda delivers a vibrant dining experience that’s as much about atmosphere as it is about bold, flavour-packed food. With its sleek and...

BAKING FOR A BRIGHTER FUTURE: WORTHY CAUSE’S COOKIE-FILLED FUNDRAISER RETURNS

June 2, 2025

Charity, Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Get ready to raise some (cookie) dough — Worthy Cause’s much-loved bake-a-thon fundraiser is back on 14–15 June at Co.Bake Space in Richmond, Victoria. Running from 9am to 9pm each day, the event invites...

THE DALMORE WHISKY TAKES OVER SOCIETY MELBOURNE WITH WORLD-CLASS COCKTAILS

May 28, 2025

Melbourne’s high-end dining scene recently experienced a luxurious twist as The Dalmore single malt whisky took centre stage at Society Restaurant for an exclusive takeover. The event celebrated the...

BIG BEAUTY ENERGY: MECCA UNVEILS THREE POWERHOUSE LAUNCHES THIS JUNE

May 26, 2025

This June, MECCA turns up the volume on beauty with three major brand debuts that deliver across haircare, bodycare, and self-care. With innovation, indulgence, and performance at the heart of each launch,...

UNIQLO X ANYA HINDMARCH RETURNS WITH WHIMSY AND WARMTH FOR WINTER

May 22, 2025

Fashion, Features

Global fashion favourite UNIQLO has teamed up once again with British designer Anya Hindmarch for a Winter 2024 capsule collection titled An Eye for Curiosity. Marrying Hindmarch’s signature playful touch...

LE MERIDIEN MELBOURNE LAUNCHES MONTHLY WINE CLUB

May 19, 2025

This May, Le Méridien Melbourne is uncorking something special with the launch of its Monthly Wine Club— a curated wine tasting series hosted at Intermission, the hotel’s stylish and relaxed lobby bar...

LANCÔME LAUNCHES ABSOLUE LONGEVITY: A NEW ERA IN ANTI-AGING SKINCARE

May 13, 2025

Lancôme has unveiled its latest innovation in luxury skincare with the launch of Absolue Longevity, a groundbreaking cream developed from over a decade of advanced longevity research. Building on the...

MECCA MAX DROPS THE DREAMIEST MOCHA-INSPIRED VALUE SET FOR WINTER

May 9, 2025

Beauty, Features, Skincare and Haircare

Get ready to warm up your makeup game—MECCA MAX has just unveiled its Mocha To The MAX Limited Edition Value Set, and it's the cozy-chic beauty moment we’ve been waiting for. Packed with four of the...

FRANCE’S #1 BODY MOISTURISER BRAND, MIXA, LAUNCHES IN AUSTRALIA

May 8, 2025