Melbourne

Inside knowledge: A concierge can reveal the secrets of a city. Pictured: The Windsor Hotel.

Hotel concierges reveal Melbourne's secrets

Melbourne's hotel concierges reveal their secrets on the city's bars and restaurants.

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Rachelle Unreich

Sixteen things I've learnt about Melbourne

I never knew that much about Melbourne. I’d spent a few weekends there in the past, been to a couple of sporting events, drunk in a few bars, but I’d never had the chance to really get to know the city.

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The Backpacker

The most amazing new hotels opening in 2016

From remote private island to prime CBD real estate, these are the most interesting hotel openings for 2016.

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Julietta Jameson

Art and music: the coolest places to hang in 2016

From Jimi Hendrix to Frida Kahlo; here's what’s hot next year in art, music and all things culture.

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Katrina Lobley

Hats are the finishing touch to a great race-day outfit.

Melbourne Cup: Where to stay, what to wear, where to eat

Want to stay ahead of the pack on Cup day? Try our insider tips.

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Julietta Jameson

Adnate's Hosier Lane portrait is 23 metres high.

Urban walkabout: Melbourne's Koori culture

Kerry van der Jagt learns there is more to Aboriginal tourism than dancing, didgeridoos and dot painting. My day started with a Diprotodon's tooth, ended with a chargrilled kangaroo sirloin, and turned everything I thought I knew about Aboriginal culture on its head.