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Affordable noodles $13 and under in Melbourne’s east

Affordable noodles $13 and under in Melbourne’s east

Pop on down to grab a cheap noodle dish at one of these restaurants.

Matthew Sims
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Where to grab brunch for $15 and under in Melbourne’s east

Where to grab brunch for $15 and under in Melbourne’s east

Find yourself strolling along your local Main Street strip and searching for a cheap brekky deal but struggling to find anything cheaper than $25? Here are nine spots in Melbourne’s eastern suburbs where you can sit down for a brunch with some friends for $15 and under.

Matthew Sims
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Three venues, and change from $30: Bites and drinks in the east

Three venues, and change from $30: Bites and drinks in the east

We set out to tick the sweet and savoury boxes in Mitcham, Blackburn and Mont Albert North.

Tyler Wright
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As low as $0.80 each: Cheap dumplings in Melbourne’s east

As low as $0.80 each: Cheap dumplings in Melbourne’s east

Craving Xiao Long Bao, but on a budget? Here’s where to find cheap dumplings across Melbourne’s eastern suburbs.

Matthew Sims
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Saving up over winter? These are Ringwood East’s best eats for under $20

Saving up over winter? These are Ringwood East’s best eats for under $20

Check out the cheap eats Ringwood East has to offer, all for under $20.

Matthew Sims
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On a budget? These are Nunawading’s best eats for under $20

On a budget? These are Nunawading’s best eats for under $20

Check out the cheap eats this eastern suburb has to offer, all for under $20.

Emily Bor
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“Everyone feels the pressure of cost of living”: How are local cafes keeping up with rising bills?

“Everyone feels the pressure of cost of living”: How are local cafes keeping up with rising bills?

Has your daily coffee started costing more? We spoke to local cafes and industry experts about why.

Justine de Jonge
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The best places to get your chocolate fix across Melbourne’s eastern suburbs

The best places to get your chocolate fix across Melbourne’s eastern suburbs

From boutique creations to bespoke orders, here is our guide on where to get your cocoa fix in Melbourne’s east.

Justine de Jonge
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Ice cream, egg tarts and legendary lollies: Cheap sweet treats in Melbourne’s eastern suburbs under $5

Ice cream, egg tarts and legendary lollies: Cheap sweet treats in Melbourne’s eastern suburbs under $5

Craving a sweet treat while binging the latest Netflix doco? Pop down to these local sweet eateries to grab a cheap bite.

Matthew Sims
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Where to eat in Melbourne’s eastern suburbs after the clock strikes 10pm

Where to eat in Melbourne’s eastern suburbs after the clock strikes 10pm

Keen for a late-night bite? Here’s our guide to some of the best places to eat in the late hours of the evening or the early hours of the morning.

Matthew Sims
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Where to get gluten-free donuts in Melbourne's eastern suburbs to mark World Donut Day

Where to get gluten-free donuts in Melbourne's eastern suburbs to mark World Donut Day

Here’s our guide to where you can grab a sugary treat without the worry.

Justine de Jonge
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The best cheap eats in Clayton for under $20

The best cheap eats in Clayton for under $20

From dhaba biryani to banh mi, Clayton Road has got you covered.

Evie Dinkelmeyer