Hello Reader, We’re excited to introduce our newest writer, Nadine Creswell-Myatt. A proud Melburnian and award-winning travel writer, Nadine has a knack for discovering hidden gems and sharing them in a way that makes you feel like you’re right there with her. For her first outing with us, Nadine explored the stunning Grampians Wine Region over two days, visiting historic wineries like Best’s Great Western and Seppelt, boutique favourites like Grampians Estate and Fallen Giants, and even the...
11 days ago • 3 min read
Hello Reader, A while back, I thought I’d done something clever by picking up a lime tree on Facebook Marketplace. I love using limes in summer drinks and cooking, so I was pretty pleased with myself. The first year it produced one or two very ordinary limes, but I figured it just needed a better home, so I found a spot in the garden and planted it out. Sure enough, the next year it was thriving, producing plenty of fruit. But when I tasted them, they were odd—round, not quite right, and...
18 days ago • 3 min read
Hello Reader, I’m thrilled to share something very special with you — our very own Melbourne City Map, free to download and print whenever you’re planning a day in the city. The idea came about in conversation with my dad, Chris, who happens to be a retired cartographer. Together, we thought it would be wonderful to create a highlight map just for our readers. At its core, the map showcases 10 free cultural attractions in Melbourne’s CBD, but it goes further — featuring tram routes, public...
25 days ago • 3 min read
Hi there Reader, When I first started Seniors in Melbourne, my retired parents were lovingly roped in as my very first contributors. Fast forward to today, and we now have a wonderful team of more than ten explorers who head out across Melbourne and Victoria, sharing their stories, recommendations, and tips for planning great days out. We caught up on Sunday over coffee and cake at Chocolate Buddha in Federation Square — perfectly timed with Celebration Day, the official opening of the...
about 1 month ago • 4 min read
Hi Reader, It's Chris here. I remember when Melbourne’s Docklands was little more than a working port and sprawling railway yard. To see how far it has come since those days is truly remarkable. Recently, we were called upon to visit The District Docklands for ourselves and to share its wonderful offering with you—and I must say, we were beyond impressed. Easily reached within the Free Tram Zone, we chose instead to walk from Southern Cross Station. The stroll over the preserved railway...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, Today marks the very first day of the Victorian Seniors Festival, and we’re delighted to share our festival highlight guide with you. It's been divided into three parts so you can find our top picks of: The best events happening across metro Melbourne The best events happening in regional Victoria A round-up of the best deals on offer this month It’s the perfect excuse to plan some lovely outings — and with a free week of public transport to enjoy, getting around couldn’t be...
about 1 month ago • 3 min read
Hello Reader, With the AFL Grand Final just around the corner, Melbourne is buzzing with anticipation. Footy may well be the city’s proudest invention, but a little reminder from the City of Melbourne recently got us thinking — it’s hardly the only one. For more than 150 years, this city has been quietly shaping the world with everything from lifesaving medical breakthroughs to iconic cultural creations. So, what exactly has Melbourne given the world? Oh, just a few gems that prove our city’s...
about 2 months ago • 2 min read
Hello Reader, Spring has properly arrived, and I don’t know about you, but I feel like the whole city has woken up. The flowers are out, the days are a touch longer, and suddenly everyone’s calendar is filling with outings, lunches, and catch-ups we’d been putting off in winter. I always find this time of year has a pull in two directions: one part of me wants to get stuck into the garden—tidying up the roses, planting a few herbs, and just enjoying a quiet cuppa outdoors. The other part is...
about 2 months ago • 3 min read
Hi Reader, Welcome to our special edition newsletter, all about the upcoming Victorian Seniors Festival this October. We love what this festival stands for—celebrating older Victorians with a month-long program of free and low-cost events, performances, and activities across the state—and we think everyone should know about it! We’ve gathered all the highlights, tips, and must-sees so you can make the most of this year’s celebrations (including an event of our own!). It's also a good idea to...
about 2 months ago • 4 min read