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FREE IS BETTER

We have spent more than half a billion dollars paying for what should be a fundamental human right. Water has become an overpriced commodity with the bottled water industry earning over 622 million dollars...
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THE HAPPIEST 5K ON THE PLANET

Sunday the 2nd of March saw Melbourne’s entire Albert Park Grand Prix track coated by a layer of multi-colour. It was The Color Run, which had color runners of all ages taking to the track and immersing...
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AUSTRALIAN OPEN 2014

The Australian Open has officially kicked off for another year in 2014. Held in Melbourne's Olympic Park from the 13th to the 26th of January, the tournament is always a favourite for patrons over the...
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JEEP PORTSEA POLO

The social event of the summer is on again this weekend in the beautiful seaside city of Portsea. The 2014 Jeep Portsea Polo kicks off on Saturday 11 January 2014 with World class polo matches being the main...
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PIDAPIPO

A method spurred by history. A business inspired by family. Melbourne is well known for its love of gelato, so lovers of this authentic Italian dessert will be pleased to hear of the arrival of...
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THIS IS WHOLESOME

You’re stuck at work, despite not wanting to be there and coming to the conclusion that this is becoming a very bad habit. Not sure whether or not you should have the same friend dinner pack you had last...
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MR EARL TEA

Because life's too short for average tea. As a Melbournian, it might be an offence to admit that I don't drink coffee. The coffee culture in Melbourne is so strong, with many a self-confessed...
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THE OLSEN POOL CLUB

Summer is officially here, and to celebrate, The Olsen, one of Melbourne's top boutique hotels, has launched their very own Pool Club which is set to become this city's first urban retreat. This oasis is...
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FENIX EVENTS LAUNCH

When it comes to buying and selling property, it's all about location, location, location. Arguably, the same can be said about restaurants, and when it comes to location, it doesn't get much better than...
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GALLIANO AT TASTE OF MELBOURNE

I recently braved the cold to go along to the Taste of Melbourne at Albert Park. I was in for a treat when I heard that the likes of Paolo Masciopinto (Sarti), Andrew Logan (Mamasita), Benjamin Cooper (Chin...
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RICE WORKSHOP: LAUNCH NIGHT

As far as launches go, the opening of Rice Workshop resembled something more of a cosplay convention than a restaurant opening. The spectacle of Harajuku Girls (and Boys) originates from Harajuku district of...
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ART + SCIENCE = TIA MARIA

In much the same way that you wouldn't expect a coffee liqueur and ginger beer to make much of a drink but end up pleasantly surprised, the re-branding of Tia Maria could be best described as a collaboration...
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THE BLUE ROOM BY ABSOLUT

Absolut put the 'Art' into party last week as it transformed new Melbourne hot spot, The Manhattan Lounge, for an Australian first initiative called The Blue Room by Absolut. The Blue Room saw influential...
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STARRY STARRY NIGHT GALA BALL LAUNCH

The Starry Starry Night Gala is the main fundraising event for the Alannah and Madeline Foundation, a national charity protecting children from violence and its devastating impact. The Alannah and Madeline...
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STATE OF GRACE

In a city where the bar and restaurant culture is among the best in the world, it is hard for a new comer to stand out. State of Grace, Melbourne's latest entry into the food and drink scene, left a...
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REVIEW: THEIC TEA BAR

Tea lovers rejoice! The opening of Theic Tea Bar in Collingwood has brought speciality tea to the fore of Melbourne's cafe scene, with an establishment dedicated to the wonders of tea. Opened by Nathan...