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While Melbourne is famously known for the arts, the city’s beautiful open spaces and welcoming communities make it a great place to try a new sport and improve your fitness. Since physical activity is one of the best ways to maintain your health, minimise stress and...
Maybe it's a long-overdue date night, an anniversary, a cute friend catch-up or the first time meeting someone off a dating app. Whatever the occasion, with so much on offer in the city and beyond, you can get creative with your date ideas. From cheap days out to more...
Melbourne has been labelled the world’s fourth most liveable city in 2025! It’s a bustling, cosmopolitan city in the southeast of Australia that’s home to fantastic restaurants, bars and cafes, top-class educational institutions, a world-leading public transportation...
Named Australia’s best student city again for 2026 (and 5th in the world!), Melbourne has so much to offer. Thanks to its unique blend of educational excellence, cultural diversity and quality of life, you’ll feel welcomed and supported when you live and study in...
Melbourne has long been a popular destination for international students looking for an amazing study-abroad experience. But what can you expect when you actually make the move? What’s the weather really like, and how can you get around on a student budget? To find...
If you’re a fan of coffee, culture and incredible food, you’ll love living in Melbourne. The Victorian capital is one of the most exciting and diverse in the country, offering a rich range of academic and employment prospects. Here are our top 10 reasons to live and...
Sport is an important part of Australian culture, and Melbourne is often referred to as the sporting capital of Australia. No matter your knowledge and passion levels, Melbourne has a sport and team for you. And, with Transport Victoria’s incredible public...
You might be about to embark on a study journey in Melbourne, or maybe you’re already living in the city and looking to move elsewhere. The great thing about Melbourne is that there are so many interesting places to live. The city is kind of like a bunch of villages...
From its iconic street art to its range of galleries and museums, Melbourne is world-renowned for its arts and culture — one of the many awesome reasons to live in the Victorian capital. But how did we get here? In this guide, we walk you through the history of...