The 18 best paint and sip classes in Melbourne

We have Melinda Janiszewski to thank for bringing the paint and sip concept to Australia with her Champainting business. After taking a class in her hometown of Atlanta, Georgia, back in 2009, she found it was "art therapy without being art therapy". And this was the reason she wanted to open a studio in Melbourne, when she moved here and realised there was a gaping hole in the market.

Champainting promises a classy, quality experience – some artists have been with the studio for more than seve

Unlock Affordable Luxury: Wellness Treatments from the World’s Leading Retreats

Taking proactive measures and nurturing ourselves can significantly reduce the risk of falling ill and having to deal with the consequences. It involves granting our minds and bodies a well-deserved respite from the daily grind, allowing us to recharge our energy and maintain manageable stress levels.

We do however, often find ourselves unable to carve out time or allocate funds for indulging in a retreat or visiting a day spa. However, fret not! We’ve sought the advice of experts from three es

Time to try the new ‘WFH’: Working from hospo

The increase in hybrid working arrangements post-COVID has given rise to a new meaning for “WFH” – now it’s all about “working from hospo”. Whether it’s cafes, restaurants or hotels, people are increasingly taking their laptops and settling in for a coffee and a meal rather than raiding the snack machine at the office. Phoebe Howlett, from Melbourne, has embraced “work from hospo”. She works for fintech company GoCardless and used to fly interstate for the day to have four meetings. Now with hyb

Star light, star bright: Epic stargazing experiences in Fiji

Fiji is one of the great but lesser-known destinations for stargazing. Photo / Getty Images

With few obstructions, open views, and no city light pollution in resort locations, Fiji is one of the great but lesser-known destinations for stargazing, writes Tracey Cheung.

Late last year, in October 2022, Nasa’s SSERVI (Solar System Exploration Research Virtual Institute) paid a special visit to Nanuku Resort Fiji, a five-star resort in Pacific Harbour on Fiji’s southern coast. The inaugural visit,

Your travel guide to a wellness weekend in Sydney

Known for its iconic Bondi Beach, mild climate and outdoor lifestyle, Sydney is home to a rich health and wellness community. You may be drawn to the cosmopolitan city for its flashy tourist attractions and lavish dining scene, but for your next trip consider taking a healthier and more relaxing holiday. The city is renowned for its many health and wellness experiences including massage, saunas, bathhouses and yoga studios. It also offers easy trips from the city, accessible by ferry or train, t

Your travel guide to Fiji, with an eco-friendly focus

Whether you are seeking the sun and beach, waterfall adventures, romantic experiences such as stargazing or an easy going family holiday with a built in nanny, Fiji offers all of this and more. Known as the soft coral capital of the world, and for some of the world’s best diving sites, the Fijian archipelago is made up of about 333 islands, meaning whichever accommodation you choose to stay at, the beach will be at your fingertips. The country is famous for its slogan “All on Fiji time”, encoura

Tech can improve residents' lifestyle

Technology is being increasingly harnessed by aged care providers to create a feeling of social connectedness for clients.

A recent review indicated that loneliness is a significant problem amongst older people living in residential care homes and the prevalence of loneliness in this population is at least comparable to, if not greater than, amongst community-dwelling older adults.

The review noted that research suggests several factors contribute to a loss of social connectedness. These facto

Exhibition review: Lucky Rabbit, Chris Chun

Every year, in the lead-up to Lunar New Year, the Museum of Chinese Australian History has an exhibition showcasing a specific Australian Chinese artist. Previous artists include Master Hong, who specialises in Buddhist philosophies and arts. Due to COVID, they haven’t been able to run exhibitions in the past couple of years and have instead ran a series of events such as a Museum Open Day, dragon awakening ceremony and a dragon parade.

This year, it is Australian Chinese artist and textile des
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