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WELCOME / WOMINJEK A TO

MELBOURNE

Bring out the hot chocolates and enjoy the changing leaves in the botanical gardens because autumn in Melbourne is a beautiful time to indulge in the natural beauty of our capital city.

It’s also the season for the best events experience, with the Formula 1® Rolex Australian Grand Prix set to thrill and excite racing fans, and the Melbourne International Comedy Festival will have the city in stitches.

Melbourne’s iconic style will be on the world stage at the Virgin Australia Melbourne Fashion Festival, while our culinary prowess will be on show at the Melbourne Food & Wine Festival and The World’s 50 Best Restaurants awards.

Visitors will also have the chance to enjoy the Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show and Van Gogh and the Seasons exhibition.

There’s something for everyone in Melbourne this autumn.

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THE BOOK OF MORMON Princess Theatre TAKE YOUR FUNNYBONE TO PAGE 15

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ASIA TOPA Various locations Quite possibly the biggest festival of Asian culture ever presented in Australia, this epic event features shows and exhibitions for all audiences, including a number of worldexclusive performances.

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1–19 MARCH VIRGIN AUSTRALIA MELBOURNE FASHION FESTIVAL Various locations Marvel at the presence of the models and show-stopping fashion, or be inspired by the workshops and events that surround the runway shows. The choice is yours.

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23–26 MARCH 2017 FORMULA 1® ROLEX AUSTRALIAN GRAND PRIX Albert Park ALL YOUR SPEED NEEDS ON PAGE 12

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29 MARCH–2 APRIL

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MELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL FLOWER & GARDEN SHOW

MELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL COMEDY FESTIVAL

Royal Exhibition Building If you’re a green thumb or seeking the latest in garden and landscaping trends, this is the autumn event for you and the family.

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31 MARCH–9 APRIL MELBOURNE FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL Various locations FILL UP ON MELBOURNE, PAGE 6

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FROM 15 APRIL ALADDIN Her Majesty’s Theatre TAKE A MAGIC CARPET RIDE ON PAGE 15

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Presented as part of Melbourne Winter Masterpieces, 50 works of arguably the most famous, visionary and troubled artist of all time are presented in this internationally exclusive exhibition.

For nearly 150 years, the story of Carmen has captivated audiences around the world.

She’s the ultimate femme fatale, and her seductiveness is sure to mesmerise. Not for the faint-hearted, Bizet’s Carmen is a story of sex, power, corruption and wild love.

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LOOKING AHEAD 2–11 JUNE MELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL JAZZ FESTIVAL Various locations The world’s biggest jazz names will hit the planks during the 20th Melbourne International Jazz Festival. Dig a little deeper to discover some brilliant local talent.

29 JUNE–29 OCTOBER WALLACE & GROMIT AND FRIENDS: THE MAGIC OF AARDMAN ACMI The UK’s Aardman Studios has produced memorable animated characters for 40 years, and this expansive exhibition, presented as part of Melbourne Winter Masterpieces, is sure to delight generations of fans.

Right: Vincent van Gogh, Dutch 1853–1890, Wheat Field with Cypresses, Saint-Rémy, early September 1889, oil on canvas, 72.5 x 91.5 cm, The National Gallery, London

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t n e v e r o j a March’s m Just try to find a date on Melbourne’s calendar during the month of March that doesn’t have a big event happening on it.

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MORGAN MAKES DOUGHNUTS Morgan Hipworth is the 16-yearold behind Bistro Morgan, and has been dubbed ‘Melbourne’s doughnut prince’. Having supplied his handmade pastries

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The runway’s never hotter than during the Virgin Australia Melbourne Fashion Festival (VAMFF). The lights are bright, the models are primped and the designers are at their fabulous best. But VAMFF is more than just a series of shows; it’s a festival of all things

ALL THE EVENTS, ALL THE TIME VIRGIN AUSTRALIA MELBOURNE FASHION FESTIVAL 1–19 March Various fashionable locations vamff.com.au

MELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL FLOWER & GARDEN SHOW 29 March–2 April Royal Exhibition Building and Carlton Gardens melbflowershow.com.au

MELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL COMEDY FESTIVAL 29 March–23 April Various hilarious locations comedyfestival.com.au

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to dozens of the city’s cafes over

fashion. With writing classes and business events, as well as The Festival Plaza (14–19 March), located outside the Melbourne Museum, it also offers an opportunity for those interested in a career in fashion to learn about industry trends.

For something completely different, book a seat at the Melbourne Food & Wine Festival.

This is the festival’s 25th year, and will coincide with the city hosting The World’s 50 Best Restaurants awards. There’s no better time of year to splurge on a meal with family, friends or that special someone, and with participating restaurants found all over the city and suburbs, you can join in no matter where you’re staying during your time in Melbourne.

If you’d prefer a different way of digging in, don’t miss the Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show. Across the verdant lawns of Carlton Gardens and throughout the regal Royal Exhibition Building, professional gardeners, landscapers, architects and industry leaders will be on hand to teach and inspire you.

If all you want to do during your trip to Melbourne is laugh so hard you might burst, the Melbourne International Comedy Festival is arguably the year’s cultural highlight. The area around the Melbourne Town Hall bustles with excitement and anticipation, and in pubs, clubs and all sorts of random venues, the world’s best and brightest comics do their thing.

the past two years, December saw the opening of the first permanent Bistro Morgan store.

What do you love most about cooking?

Seeing the end result, and especially seeing people enjoying the doughnuts – taking photos and posting them, and just making people happy with them.

What do the kids at school think?

They don’t quite realise I live this double life. I’m at school doing work and everything else, but at home I’m working 40-plus hours a week.

Bistro Morgan, 190 High Street, Windsor bistromorgan.com.au

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THREE DAYS with the family

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With Labour Day, the Easter school holidays and Anzac Day all coming up, why plan for a twoday weekend in Melbourne when you can extend it to three or even more?

Day one Arrive in Melbourne and check in to your two- or three-bedroom apartment at Punthill Northbank Melbourne, before strolling over to tram 55, at the nearby intersection of Flinders Street at Market Street. Tap your myki and head north towards one of the city’s favourite attractions, the Melbourne Zoo. It’s free for children under 16 years old on weekends, public holidays and during school holidays, making it an affordable way to spend an afternoon.

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For dinner, why not use Public Transport Victoria’s Journey Planner app to explore more of Melbourne’s tram network? Transfer to tram 3 or 67 to Inkerman Street, and the fantastic Mr Wolf for dinner.

Stylish and friendly, it’s perfect for traditional pizza, pasta and other delicious Italian fare that the kids (and you) will love.

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Day two

The new PLAYTIME Crown is jam-packed with more than 150 arcade-style games, and you can also take sides in a game of laser tag or show ’em who’s boss in a game of ten-pin bowling. It’s your choice and you’re bound to leave with a smile on your face, and maybe even a prize under your arm.

Scienceworks 2 Booker Street, Spotswood museumvictoria.com.au/scienceworks The Boatbuilders Yard 23 South Wharf Promenade, South Wharf theboatbuildersyard.com.au PLAYTIME Crown Crown Towers Melbourne 8 Whiteman Street, Southbank playtime.com.au

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Don’t sleep in too late, there’s lots to be done! Hop on the train from Flinders Street or Southern Cross Stations towards Spotswood so you can be there at 10am when world-renowned museum Scienceworks opens. Once the kids have had a blast – literally – by getting hands-on with all types of awesome exhibits, hop back on the train to Southern Cross Station, before crossing the Yarra River to The Boatbuilders Yard at South Wharf. Reasonable prices and a good kids’ menu ensure you’ll be well-fuelled for your next stop.

A Whole New World Throw in a family-friendly stage show like Aladdin and your trip to Melbourne will hit all the right notes. You and the family already know the tale, so take a magic carpet ride to the city of Agrabah and fall in love with the characters all over again.

From 15 April Her Majesty’s Theatre, 219 Exhibition Street aladdinthemusical.com.au

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Day three No trip to Melbourne is complete without some retail therapy, and there’s no bigger shopping destination than Chadstone. A visit is easy, with a free shuttle bus leaving Federation Square regularly for the suburban megamall, and there are enough big names and boutiques to keep you occupied for days. Make sure you check out the LEGOLAND Discovery Centre, set to open this April.

Return to the city and, before heading to your apartment, pop by the Screen Worlds exhibition at the Australian Centre for the Moving Image (ACMI), which explores the rich history of Australia’s television, film and gaming industry. Finish the day with a fun dinner at New Kum Den BBQ in Melbourne’s vibrant Chinatown district.

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Melbourne is the sporting capital of Australia, and in autumn you can experience the thrills of the world’s fastest cars and the obsession that is AFL.

Once again, the 2017 Formula One season begins in Melbourne with the 2017 Formula 1® Rolex Australian Grand Prix (23–26 March) taking to the lakeside track at Albert Park.

Local hope Daniel Ricciardo will again be out to make his mark, and with the reigning champion Nico Rosberg hanging up his keys, the season is set to begin with a bang. Off the track the Formula One Paddock Club™ is renowned for its hospitality offering, so if you want to really live it up during the Grand Prix there’s no better place to be.

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Meanwhile, on the hallowed turf of the MCG and under the roof of Etihad Stadium, the 2017 Toyota AFL Premiership Season kicks off on 23 March. From the opening bounce of the season Victoria’s eight teams will be looking to thwart the advances of the Sydney, Perth and Adelaide-based teams to the finals.

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/ MEET DAISY The inaugural AFL Women’s competition kicked off earlier this year, bringing many trail-blazers to the forefront of Melbourne’s sporting agenda. Leading the way is Melbourne Demons captain Daisy Pearce, who took some time out from training to chat with Melbourne Now about life in and outside of football.

How long have you lived in Melbourne?

I moved here in 2002, so 15 years. I grew up in Bright in north-eastern Victoria. I’ve moved around a little bit, usually on the north side of the city, and I live in Parkville now.

What do you love most about living in Melbourne?

At any time of the year there are always major sporting events. It just brings Melbourne to life and really brings out the best in our city. And the coffee! We’re spoilt for coffee.

What are your interests outside of football?

I play a fair bit of golf, which I’ve gotten into over the past three or four years. I also love cooking and food.

Winning the inaugural AFL Women’s Premiership would be an amazing feat, for yourself, your team and for the city of Melbourne. How can fans support the team in its journey?

We’d love as many people as possible to come down and watch a game – if not at the venue, then by tuning in on TV and embracing this new competition. To support the Melbourne Demons specifically, we’ve got some really cool merchandise that says ‘Melbourne’ on it. If you’re visiting the city it’s a good souvenir of your time here.

Daisy’s tips RESTAURANT Eureka 89. I remember the first time I went – I just couldn’t believe the view was real.

CAFE Code Black in Brunswick. It’s tough competition, but I reckon it’s got the best coffee in Melbourne.

VIEW Looking up the Yarra River towards the sports precinct from Princes Bridge. It just represents what Melbourne is all about.

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Dress up and absorb the best of Melbourne’s cultural offering.

27 Little Collins Street Punters have been rolling in the aisles every night during The Book of Mormon’s run.

Showing at the Princess Theatre until the end of autumn, it’s crude, politically incorrect and far from family-friendly, but it’s so, so funny.

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This local favourite has a sumptuous array of treats to select from, with quality Italian coffee to wash them down with.

On the opposite end of autumn’s Melbourne musical spectrum is the hit Broadway musical, Disney’s Aladdin. On at Her Majesty’s Theatre from 15 April, it’s a show sure to delight children and adults alike.

It’s been created by the producers of The Lion King and Mary Poppins, and when you consider the 337 costumes, 161 pairs of custom-made shoes and 500,000 Swarovski crystals that will be used every night, it’s sure to be a memorable outing.

Aladdin Her Majesty’s Theatre, 219 Exhibition Street aladdinthemusical.com.au

samples with an espresso and you’ll be raring to go!

City Square, 214 Flinders Lane (corner Swanston Street)

LA PETITE CREPERIE The perfect snack to enjoy on your walk to a show, a crêpe from this newspaper booth turned kiosk is sure to satisfy.

MUST TRY Layer on the Nutella

and you’ll feel like you’re in Paris.

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The Book of Mormon Princess Theatre, 163 Spring Street bookofmormonmusical.com.au

MUST TRY Pair a few biscotti

Southwest corner, Little Collins and Swanston Streets

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NATIONAL SPORTS MUSEUM The National Sports Museum offers something for everybody all year round, highlighted by regular school holiday activities, the Game On! interactive gallery, 3D holograms (including Shane Warne), and Australia’s largest collection of sporting memorabilia.

Including displays of Australian football, cricket, Olympics, horse racing and much more, the museum is sure to please all sporting fans.

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Melbourne’s city centre could keep you occupied for weeks, but if you want to see something a little different, follow these suburban suggestions.

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ABBOTSFORD Catch a train to North Richmond Station (most South Morang and Hurstbridge line trains stop here) for Victoria Street, the strip known as Little Vietnam. Jinda Thai is a local favourite, but skip the dinner queues and instead stop in for lunch before working off your meal with a walk to the Collingwood Children’s Farm.

You’ll meander along the Yarra River before spotting the Abbotsford Convent (weekends only). Feel free to stop at the convent to browse the Reader’s Feast bookstore inside or head straight to the gorgeous animals.

Stroll back to Victoria Street and pop into Quan 88 or any one of the dozens of other Vietnamese restaurants that line the strip. If the kids aren’t with you, stick your head into the Terminus Hotel for a cheeky beverage or two.

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Jinda Thai 1–7 Ferguson Street, Abbotsford facebook.com/jindamelb Collingwood Children’s Farm 18 St Heliers Street, Abbotsford farm.org.au Reader’s Feast Abbotsford Convent, 1 St Heliers Street, Abbotsford abbotsfordconvent.com.au Quan 88 88 Victoria Street, Richmond quan88.weebly.com Terminus Hotel 605 Victoria Street, Abbotsford theterminushotel.com.au

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VINCENT celebrated He is one of the most well-known artists of any era, and now Melbourne celebrates the work of Vincent van Gogh in a worldpremiere exhibition.

Vincent van Gogh had a profound love for the seasons, believing they represented the circle of life. It’s a theme explored in Van Gogh and the Seasons, 2017’s first instalment of the hugely successful Melbourne Winter Masterpieces series.

More than 40 paintings and 25 drawings, many of which have never travelled to Australia before, will be presented within

themes devoted to each of the four seasons, including the abundance of spring and the deprivation of winter. Travel to some of the most important places in van Gogh’s life, including the Dutch region of Brabant, where he was born in 1853 and lived for much of his early life; Arles, where the artist experienced his definitive period of creativity; Saint-Rémy de Provence, where he was treated for mental illness; and Auvers-sur-Oise, where van Gogh committed suicide in 1890.

Van Gogh and the Seasons 28 April–9 July National Gallery of Victoria, 180 St Kilda Road ngv.vic.gov.au

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LEST WE FORGET It is one of the most emotional days on the Australian calendar, and each year Anzac Day is commemorated at the Shrine of Remembrance. Lift its lid and discover there’s more to the Shrine than remembering battles past.

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The Shrine of Remembrance is Melbourne’s sentry, visible the length of Swanston Street and much of St Kilda Road. And while the austere stone building commemorates the sacrifice of Australians at war, it is also the temporary home of many permanent and touring galleries and exhibitions.

ASIA TOPA’S MARCH AND APRIL HIGHLIGHTS 17–26 MARCH

22–25 MARCH

Anti—Gravity sees Chunky Move choreographer Anouk van Dijk join forces with multimedia artist Ho Tzu Nyen to examine the role clouds play in human existence.

Wow – Women of the World Festival Melbourne sees Asian and Australian artists explore themes of gender, art and politics in Melbourne’s west.

Malthouse Theatre 113 Sturt Street, Southbank

Footscray Community Arts Centre 45 Moreland Street, Footscray

30 MARCH –2 APRIL Cerita Anak (Child’s Story) invites pre-school children and their adults on an unforgettable sea journey.

Arts Centre Melbourne 100 St Kilda Road

Relive Australia’s first foray into Vietnam at 1966: The year that changed the world (until 2 July), or learn about the leadership and legacy of one of Australia’s most well-known generals in Australia’s Field Marshal: The leadership of Sir Thomas Bailey (until 30 July). Alternatively, time your visit for the guided tour, which leaves daily from the visitor centre reception at 11am and 2pm.

Shrine of Remembrance Birdwood Avenue shrine.org.au

Far left: Vincent van Gogh, Dutch 1853–90, View of Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer 1888, oil on canvas, 84.2 x 53.0 cm, Kröller-Müller Museum, Otterlo, © KröllerMüller Museum

FRASER PLACE MELBOURNE Experience an overnight autumn escape in Melbourne with accommodation in a studio apartment. Enjoy a bottle of wine on arrival, with buffet breakfast for two and a complimentary late check-out as you explore Melbourne’s laneways and hidden secrets.

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L A N E WAYS

MULTICULTURAL MUNCHING Melbourne’s dining scene draws inspiration from across the world. Bon appetite.

Sniders Ln

Albert Coates Ln

Punch Ln

Corrs Ln

Cohen Pl

Smythe Ln Waratah Pl

Heffernan Ln

Celestial Av

Tattersalls Ln

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Emporium Melbourne

Caledonian Ln

Driver Ln

259

Niagara Ln

Hardware Ln

Goldie Pl

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GREEK PRECINCT

Chinese Museum

PARLIAMENT STATION

Liverpool St

Crossley St

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Melbourne Town Hall

220

120

Windsor Pl

Meyers Pl

Russell Pl

Rainbow Al Presgrave Pl

Ridgway Pl

Block Arc

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Melbourne Pl

Alfred Pl

Equitable Pl

Bank Pl

Union Ln

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Howey Pl

Royal Arcade

Lt Collins St

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The Walk Arc

The Causeway

Carson Pl

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Block Pl

McKillop St

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Market Ln

Paynes Pl

180

BO UR KE ST

Croft Al

BOURKE ST MALL

Coverlid Pl

La Trobe Pl

CHINATOWN

Bullens Ln

Postal Ln

Rankins Ln

Somerset Pl

Warburton Ln

Racing Club Ln

Lt Bourke St Hardware Ln

Little William St

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Bennetts Ln

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LO N S DA L E ST

S P R I NG ST

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Melbourne Central

State Library Victoria

R U S S ELL ST

Drewery Pl

S WA NSTON ST

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Knox Pl

MELBOURNE CENTRAL STATION

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Finlay Av

Hardware St

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QU E E N ST

W I LLI A M ST

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E LI Z A B E TH ST

Sutherland St

L A TR O BE ST

St Paul’s Cathedral

ACDC Ln

Oliver Ln

Cathedral Ar

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Hosier Ln

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City Library

Scott Al

Bond St

Immigration Museum

Degraves St

Flinders Ln

5

Duckboard Pl

Malthouse Ln

George Pde

City Square

Regent Pl

Manchester Ln

Centre Pl

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Bligh Pl

Market St

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Fulham Pl

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3 minutes walk per block

FL IN D ER S ST FLINDERS ST STATION

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SAN TELMO Saddle up and ride with the gauchos to one of Melbourne’s best steakhouses, where an imported, bespoke 2.5-metre parilla (charcoal grill) cooks meat to perfection.

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14 Meyers Place santelmo.com.au

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RED SPICE ROAD Five-time winner of the TripAdvisor People’s Choice Award, this Southeast Asian dining mecca is a favourite for many reasons, not the least its twice-cooked lamb ribs.

27 McKillop Street redspiceroad.com

FEDERATION SQUARE

JOSIE JO Taking international dining to the next level, entrepreneur Jessica Tse has presented Melbourne with its very first sushi burrito bar. And it’s got the locals talking.

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TONKA There’s no butter chicken here.

Reconsider Indian food at fine-dining Tonka, where the chefs re-create classic dishes in innovative ways.

20 Duckboard Place tonkarestaurant.com.au

Perfect for an al fresco lunch when the sun is shining, Paco’s serves up traditional Mexican soft tacos and icy margaritas.

1/500 Bourke Street (enter off Little William Street) pacostacos.com.au

Shop 10, 318 Little Collins Street josiejoxo.com

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PACO’S TACOS

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GINGERBOY Sit down and snack your way through Asia. Tempt your tastebuds with dumplings, spicy seafood and a wagyu beef strip loin with eggplant sambal worth the visit alone.

27–29 Crossley Street gingerboy.com.au

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TOP 10

Homegrown Fashion R E TROS TA R V I NTAG E C LOTH I N G

TH E A R K C LOTH I N G CO.

D E S I G N A S PAC E

Melbourne is home to innovative and talented designers, so if you’re planning on indulging in some retail therapy while you’re in town, here are your first destinations.

01 GORMAN

03 BAILEY NELSON

05 THE SOCIAL STUDIO

The name is synonymous with Melbourne fashion, and Gorman’s new flagship store opened last year in the heart of bustling Swanston Street. The colourful, vibrant and eclectic designs will have you looking the part.

A newcomer to Melbourne’s laneways, this spectacle retailer on uber-cool Flinders Lane is turning heads and styling the city’s trendy set with new frames. Book an optometrist appointment or simply browse the range.

If you like your fashion paired with ethical values and a bite to eat, ride the 86 tram to the heart of Collingwood and spend some time at the Social Studio and adjoining Cutting Table Café.

135–137 Swanston Street (and other locations) gormanshop.com.au

239 Flinders Lane (and other locations) baileynelson.com.au

126–128 Smith Street Collingwood thesocialstudio.org

02 ERIKA BOUTIQUE

04 URBANJIN

06 DESIGN A SPACE

Anyone with more than a passing interest in accessories should – no, must – make a beeline to Erika Boutique, arguably the finest retailer of brooches in Melbourne.

Head to UrbanJin on Prahran’s hip Greville Street, one of a new wave of local retailers rocking the suburbs and supporting some of Australia’s best emerging designers.

437 Little Collins Street erikaboutique.com.au

149 Greville Street, Prahran urbanjin.com.au

For more than a decade Bec and Chris Lutz, the brains behind Design A Space, have been supporting local designers and providing an exciting mix of men’s, women’s and children’s fashion and accessories.

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20 Manchester Lane designaspace.com.au

GORMAN

CROSSLEY HOTEL MELBOURNE Nestled in Melbourne’s famous city laneways, Crossley Hotel is walking distance from major attractions, and surrounded by theatres and restaurants. Crossley Hotel offers boutique accommodation, with standard and superior rooms and one- to two-bedroom Terrace Apartments. Rooms include free in-house movies and free Wi-Fi. Book direct and mention this ad to receive a delicious complimentary continental buffet breakfast for two.

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07 NIQUE Effortlessly cool and quintessentially Melbourne, the monochromatic palette Nique is known for will ensure you look the part while exploring the city.

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08 PROVOCATOR Another local designer playing with fashion’s favourite shade (black) is Provocator, where the men’s and women’s garments are guaranteed to turn heads.

107 Greville Street, Prahran provocator.com.au

09 THE ARK CLOTHING CO. Positioned as more than a fashion brand, the people behind the Ark believe integrity and ethics should direct design. Simple pieces with clean lines form the collections that inspire confidence in anyone who wears them.

635 Rathdowne Street, Carlton North (and other locations) theark.com.au

10 RETROSTAR VINTAGE CLOTHING While RetroStar’s clothes and accessories are sourced from around the world, the store, located in the Nicholas Building, is pure Melbourne. Flick through the racks and you’ll be amazed at the oneoff discoveries to be found at Australia’s largest vintage store.

First floor, Nicholas Building, 37 Swanston Street (corner Flinders Lane) retrostar.com.au

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M Y M E LB O U R N E

Adam

MURPHY

“I’m just excited to have friends and family come and see the show,” Adam Murphy says down the line from Sydney. “Melbourne audiences are going to love it. The fact that it’s at Her Majesty’s Theatre, which is the perfect theatre for this show, means it’s going to be quite intimate.”

Adam Murphy’s Melbourne RESTAURANT There’s a place in Eltham called Small Plates.

It’s a tapas, wine bar-type place.

The food’s beautiful, the atmosphere’s lovely and it’s just down the road from where I live.

VIEW I think if you’re in a hot air balloon over the city, that’s the best way of soaking it all in.

SHOPPING Rather than going to a big shopping

Despite not being quite in the target demographic when Aladdin was released in cinemas in 1992 – “I was in my 20s and was probably watching Pulp Fiction instead” – Murphy recognises the story’s endurance. “I remember seeing it, possibly on DVD, and realising that it wasn’t just a kids’ film. The themes and story are quite classic, boy-meets-girl type things”.

centre, I prefer exploring the laneways and finding new, boutique-y shops.

Murphy plays Jafar, the epitome of a Disney villain, in the show.

“I’m very sinister and plotting and scheming the whole way through.

I’m enjoying it because I get booed at the end. I’ve never been booed before. There’s kind of a mix of boos and applause; there’s an appreciation aspect to it, but also ‘we must boo the villain’.”

of clichéd, but even if you’re not a football fan, to sit – or stand – at the MCG and watch a game is pretty special.

For the full interview, visit: melbnow.com.au/adam-murphy

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WALK With the family in mind, we like going to the Royal Botanic Gardens. It changes with the seasons and it’s lovely, kid-friendly and right in the city.

EVENT Going to the MCG to see a football game is kind

MUST-DO ACTIVITY Dinner and a show is definitely a must-do. Especially if the show is Aladdin at Her Majesty’s Theatre!

Deen van Meer

“It’s such a fun thing to do.” And so begins Aladdin star Adam Murphy’s conversation with Melbourne Now’s Dylan Stewart. The Melbourne local plays the evil Jafar, but when it comes to talking about his hometown, he’s far from the villain he appears to be on stage.

Come inside and discover State Library Victoria

Visit Australia’s oldest public library and explore stunning spaces and free exhibitions.

Free tours daily Free lockers and wifi available 328 Swanston St, Melbourne VIC 3000

slv.vic.gov.au #statelibraryvic

E AT + D R I N K

Belle’s Hot Chicken For comfort food that would make Paula Deen proud, this is the place to go. Be warned, they aren’t joking when they say ‘hot chicken’!

MUST TRY If you’re heading in on a Saturday or Sunday check out the weekend lunch special – chicken and waffles – for a true Southern experience.

WHERE 150 Gertrude Street, Fitzroy

PUBLIC TRANSPORT Catch the number 109 or 11 tram from stop 6 (Melbourne Town Hall) to stop 13 (Lansdowne Street/Victoria Parade Fitzroy)

Finger LICKIN’ Fried CHICKEN

belleshotchicken.com

B E L LE’ S H OT C H I C K E N F. A .T FR I E D A N D TA S T Y

Fried chicken is trending in Melbourne at the moment but unlike the Colonel, we’re not keeping anything a secret.

F. A .T FR I E D A N D TA S T Y

Leonards House of Love

F.A.T Fried and Tasty

Gami

A hidden gem tucked in one of South Yarra’s side streets, you’ll love the quirky 70s-dinermeets-log-cabin décor.

Soul sisters (and brothers) rejoice! Enjoy the delicious deep-fried eats and awesome beats at this trendy soul food eatery.

If you’re after juicy, flavour-packed Koreanstyle fried chicken, Gami is the place for you.

MUST TRY The chicken tenders (hot

MUST TRY The Brunswick Burger: crispy fried chicken breast, bacon, beetroot, lettuce, cheese, mayo and BBQ sauce – it’s fried chicken with the lot.

glazed or original) crisped to perfection!

WHERE 3 Wilson Street, South Yarra PUBLIC TRANSPORT 10-minute walk from South Yarra Station via Toorak Road and Chapel Street leonardshouseoflove.com.au

WHERE 60 Lygon Street, Brunswick East PUBLIC TRANSPORT From stop 13 (Federation Square/Swanston Street) take tram 1 or 8 to stop 124 (Victoria Street/Lygon Street, Brunswick East) friedandtasty.com

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MUST TRY Order a whole delicious chicken to share with friends (or to conquer on your own) with sweet chilli sauce. Delish!

WHERE 535 Little Lonsdale Street (on Healeys Lane) PUBLIC TRANSPORT Six-minute walk from Melbourne Central Train Station, even less from tram stop 8 (Exhibition Street/La Trobe Street) gamichicken.com.au

Visit Australia’s largest performing arts centre for the best local and international music, theatre, opera and dance, plus exciting shows for kids and free exhibitions.

OPEN DAILY

Join a guided tour and discover more about one of Melbourne’s iconic landmarks. Tours depart daily at 11am.

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