Hello Reader,

I’m really pleased to share a new partnership with Transport Victoria — all about encouraging more of us to get out and explore using public transport.

The timing couldn’t be better. With free public transport across Victoria throughout April and May, many people are rediscovering just how easy it is to move around without the cost of fuel or parking.

But here’s the part I think is worth holding onto long after May ends:
​Seniors myki holders travel free every weekend, year-round, anywhere in Victoria.

And that’s exactly what inspired our new Seniors Explore Club tours.​

We’ve just opened bookings for our first series — a one-hour guided walk through the changing heart of Melbourne, exploring the incredible transformation taking place around the Metro Tunnel.

You’ll meet under the clocks at Flinders Street Station and, with expert guide Paul Daffey, hear railway history, local stories, and step off the usual path to go inside two of the new Metro Tunnel stations for a sticky beak.

Thanks to Transport Vic, tickets are free, and tours are kept small (maximum 15 people), so it’s an easy, relaxed way to experience something quite special in the city.

If you enjoy learning something new about Melbourne (and having a good reason to head in for the day), I think you’ll really like this one.

And if you’re keen to venture a little further, we’ll soon be opening bookings for a Bendigo tour in June — a lovely excuse to make the most of that free weekend travel and turn it into a proper day out.

I’d love to see you on one of these.

Until then, enjoy your week.

Amy

P.S. If you’re still deciding what to do for Mother’s Day, our guide (read here) is full of ideas—from outing options to thoughtful gifts. I’ve also booked a Spanish cooking class with Mum this year (through ClassBento), and it’s safe to say we’re both quite looking forward to it. I'll share more on that soon...

Let's Explore Melbourne and Beyond

​A Regional Garden Stroll​ Discover colourful seasonal blooms, peaceful lakes and elegant statues in one of regional Victoria’s most stunning gardens. Plan your visit

“ You can spend hours at the Ballarat Botanical Gardens, not only at the Conservatory but also at the Horticultural Centre, on the sculpture walk of Prime Minister Avenue, taking in the Fernery redevelopment, visiting the statuary pavilion, the Gatekeepers Cottage and Adam Lindsay Gordon Cottage. ​Read more here.​ — Marjie

PARTNER CONTENT ​Stunning Family Photography​ Discover the magic of family photography at Verve Portraits in Richmond. With a focus on family portraits, this talented team captures timeless moments in relaxed atmosphere. Use code SIM30 for 30% off until 30 June BOOK NOW

​Escape to an Island Retreat​ Just minutes from the city, this hidden island offers sculpture trails, bushland walks and a peaceful riverside setting. Explore the island

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​Dinner and a Show​ Combine great food with live entertainment for a special night out in Melbourne. Book your night out

PARTNER CONTENT ​Easy Eastside Escape​ Enjoy a 2-course seniors’ meal at Mercure Melbourne Doncaster and stay overnight from $199 with code EVSENIOR. Simply present your Seniors Card to access either offer. Explore the offer

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WHAT'S ON - Mark Your Calendars

• ​Overgrown Paths – Melbourne Chamber Orchestra (7 – 10 May 2026). Experience a luminous fusion of music and poetry led by Sophie Rowell, featuring works by Vivaldi, Janáček and more, with acclaimed narrator Helen Morse bringing The Four Seasons to life at Melbourne Recital Centre. Save 10% using the promo code MCOFAN10 when booking via the Melbourne Chamber Orchestra website.​
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• ​Fondue Chalet (14 May – 28 Jun 2026). With 18 private wooden chalets, two tonnes of imported French cheese, and a team of French waiters to serve you, every detail has been carefully curated to transport you to a winter wonderland. Read more here.​
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• ​Flinders Lane: 3-Hour Walking Tour (Thursday 10 am - 1 pm). Flinders Lane has lived many lives — and its story is written into the buildings, laneways and corners that most people hurry past. 3-hour walking tour, including coffee or tea mid-way. Tickets $60. Book here.​
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• ​Newport Jazz Festival (2 – 3 May 2026). Experience a vibrant weekend of live jazz across multiple venues in Newport, featuring over 40 bands performing everything from swing and blues to bebop and big band, in a lively, community-driven celebration of Melbourne’s jazz scene.
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• ​Melbourne Royal Exhibition Building Tour (until 17 May, 2026). Step inside this spectacular building and onto its dome promenade for an immersive guided tour that reveals its stunning architectural design, history and the hidden artwork of one of the city’s most iconic heritage spaces.
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• ​MOTHER – National Gallery of Victoria (until 12 Jul 2026). This powerful exhibition brings together more than 200 works from Australian, First Nations and international artists, exploring the many dimensions of motherhood—from love and care to identity, loss and cultural connection—across history, cultures and artistic mediums. Free entry.​
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• ​Treading Lightly (until 17 May 2026). This striking exhibition at the Koorie Heritage Trust showcases contemporary First Peoples fashion and textiles, featuring more than 38 garments and accessories by Victorian Aboriginal artists exploring culture, sustainability and connection to Country through innovative design. Free entry.
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• ​The Melbourne Fair (30 Apr – 3 May 2026). Discover an exquisite showcase of antiques, art, jewellery, furniture and vintage design at Caulfield Racecourse, where over 60 leading dealers present rare and collectible pieces spanning centuries alongside expert talks and special events.
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• ​Beneath Roads – Yarra Ranges Regional Museum (until 5 Jul 2026). This thought-provoking multimedia exhibition explores the hidden Indigenous pathways beneath Australia’s roads, blending archival footage, iconic road movies and contemporary storytelling to reframe history, culture and connection to Country.​
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