Youngsters can get a showbag or race a steam train.
Entertainment
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A winner of Australian Idol and a navy band are among the highlights next month.
Whitehorse
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High-octane cars, AI demonstrations and a political panel.
From basketweavers to French photographers.
From automotive manuals to antique fiction, you can find something to suit your interests across these special stockpiles.
Guides
Hot jam doughnuts, barbecues, preserves, coffee, arts, crafts and fresh fruit and veggies are among the goodies on offer.
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“I feel disappointed every time I shop.”
Food
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Knock a few dollars off the drinks bill at these local bars.
From light antipastos to traditional woodfired pizzas, here are some of the best places celebrating Mediterranean flavours.
Popping into these bulk or discount stores could cut down on your weekly expenses.
From vanilla slices or a classic meat pie to a croissant or a danish, there’s a wide range of bakehouses and patisseries in the area.
From a bakery to a chocolate shop, here’s some of the places where you can grab a long black or a cappuccino to perk you up.
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As the weather gets cosier across Melbourne’s east, here are some of the best scenic journeys within a two-hour drive.
Travel
From Vietnamese soups to a classic fish and chips shop, check out where you can grab a quick meal without breaking the bank.
You don’t need a coastal road trip or a weekend away to make the most of the remaining sun. Check out the leafy trails, lakes and suburban street strips of Melbourne’s east.
From yummy food to serene walks, check out how the Eastern Melburnian takes it easy in Warrandyte.
From bouldering to hikes and farmers markets, here is our guide to romantic outings in the area.
Here’s our guide to all the yuletide cheer on offer locally this holiday season.
Oakleigh car dealership Melbourne’s Cheapest Cars’ decision to launch an EV division two years ago has paid dividends, with electric cars now taking up half the lot.
Energy
Tofu is a cheap option for vegetarians and vegans alike. Here’s our picks for some of the best spots serving tofu-based bites under $20.
Need ingredients that you can’t buy in the big supermarkets – or need some extra healthy whole foods? Check out our list of our favourite spots in the eastern suburbs.
The Heide Makers' Market is held on the second Saturday of each month from 10am to 3pm at 7 Templestowe Road in Bulleen.
Here’s our selection of the best locations you can quench your thirst while soaking up some rays.
Looking at an empty garden bed and not sure where to start?
Climate
From calming cats to learning how movies are made, keeping kids entertained for less is easy.
