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The Heart of Carlton
In a city where eating out keeps getting more expensive, The Heart of Carlton feels like a quiet act of kindness. This much-loved Carlton café does something almost unheard of in today’s world: everything on the menu is just $4. From baguettes and pasta to curries, smoothies and coffee – all freshly made, all the…
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Officer District Park Playground – A Must-Visit in Melbourne’s East
If you’re looking for a brilliant playground to check out in Melbourne’s east, Officer District Park is well worth adding to your list. We stopped in here on our way home from Gumbuya World, and honestly… best decision ever. Within minutes, the kids were climbing, sliding, racing and flat-out refusing to leave. This playground is…
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Seafarers Rest Park Playground – Docklands
If you’re looking for a relaxed inner-city playground with plenty of space to play, Seafarers Rest Park is a lovely spot to add to your list. Set right along the Yarra River, this modern playground offers fresh air, water views and a calm, open feel that’s perfect for families. Kids can climb, slide and explore,…
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McNish Dinosaur Park Reserve (Yarraville)
If you’ve got dinosaur-loving kids, McNish Dinosaur Park Reserve is a fun and easy playground to add to your list. This dinosaur-themed playground is best suited to younger children, with climbable dino structures, slides and plenty of open space for free play. It’s a relaxed, no-fuss spot where kids can run around while parents enjoy…
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Point Ormond Park – A Scenic Playground with City Views
If you’re looking for a relaxed, family-friendly playground with some of the best views in Melbourne, Point Ormond Park is a beautiful spot to add to your list. Sitting high above Elwood Beach, this local favourite combines open green spaces, a fun playground, and sweeping city skyline views — perfect for an easy outing with…
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A True Old-School Icon: Alex’s Fish and Chips
If you’re craving fish and chips the way it used to be – simple, honest and done properly – Alex’s Fish and Chips in Altona is a local institution well worth the drive. Established in 1982, this family-run takeaway has barely changed over the decades, and that’s exactly why locals keep coming back. Run by…
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Not to Be Missed: Shrek The Musical Is Heading to Melbourne!
Get ready to head Far Far Away — Shrek The Musical is arriving in Melbourne this summer and it’s set to be one of the standout family shows of the 2025–26 school holidays. Based on the much-loved DreamWorks film, this live stage production is packed with laughs, heart and fairytale chaos. With dazzling West End–style…
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Monopoly Dreams Melbourne Shuts Down, Owes $61.7 Million
Melbourne’s first Monopoly-themed indoor attraction, Monopoly Dreams, has officially closed its doors and entered voluntary administration, just two years after it opened to the public at Melbourne Central. The 1,650 m² immersive experience – modelled on the classic board game and featuring zones like Monopoly City and Monopoly Mansion, interactive games, a 4DX cinema and…
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Wharf on Cloud 9 – Hot Air Balloon Dining Pods on the Yarra.
A playful summer dining experience on the Yarra, Wharf on Cloud 9 combines Australia’s first hot air balloon dining pods with family-friendly vibes, free kids’ activities on Sundays and a location just minutes from Seafarers Rest playground.
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