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15 Free Things to Do in Melbourne

15 Free Things to Do in Melbourne

by Sharyn McCullum | Last updated Jun 14, 2023 | Discover Australia Now, Melbourne | 14 comments

Melbourne is the second largest city in Australia after Sydney. Though it is fast catching up and could overtake it soon. Being large it is packed with lots of things to see and do. Some cost, but many are free. So if you are a local, or someone coming to visit...
Visit the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) – A Must Do in Melbourne

Visit the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) – A Must Do in Melbourne

by Sharyn McCullum | Last updated Dec 21, 2025 | Discover Australia Now, Melbourne | 6 comments

The Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) or as it is affectionately called, ‘The G’, is a must visit when in Melbourne. It is known as the ‘home of sport’ in Melbourne, and some say Australia. And you don’t need to be a sports fan to visit the MCG and appreciate...
Road Trip Through the Dandenongs – A Great Melbourne Day Trip

Road Trip Through the Dandenongs – A Great Melbourne Day Trip

by Sharyn McCullum | Last updated Jun 18, 2023 | Discover Australia Now, Melbourne, Road Trips, Victoria | 18 comments

An Australian bucket list item on everyone’s visit to Melbourne is a day trip drive through the Dandenongs. Why? Well it is a spectacular trip that has plenty to see and do for everyone in the family, from kids to adults. So if you are after discovering some great...
Where To Stay In Melbourne – Best Melbourne Accommodation

Where To Stay In Melbourne – Best Melbourne Accommodation

by Sharyn McCullum | Last updated Jan 19, 2024 | Discover Australia Now, Live Australia - Acc, Melbourne | 32 comments

Melbourne City from Southbank   Australia’s second largest city, Melbourne, doesn’t have a harbour, nor a bridge or an opera house but it does rival Sydney as the business, cultural, artistic and sporting heart of the country. And soon you will be visiting...
Easy Day Trips From Melbourne (Under 2 Hours Drive)

Easy Day Trips From Melbourne (Under 2 Hours Drive)

by Sharyn McCullum | Last updated Apr 19, 2026 | Melbourne, Road Trips, Victoria | 22 comments

See the colourful beach boxes at Brighton or on the Mornington Peninsula on an easy day trip from Melbourne.   Are you after suggestions for some great days trips from Melbourne? Whether you are a local or international visitor, Melbourne has many great easy days...
How To Visit Melbourne Virtually

How To Visit Melbourne Virtually

by Sharyn McCullum | Last updated Sep 5, 2020 | Discover Australia Now, Melbourne, Victoria | 18 comments

If you didn’t know, there is a global pandemic happening. With this comes lockdowns of cities and countries. My hometown Melbourne is currently in Stage 4 lockdown and so I cannot move around and visit some of the places I like to visit. I am really missing enjoying a...
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