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Here's some ideas for families

August 27, 2024
Sandi knows what excites young children (+ even some adults !) and she happily shares a few of those things in the Yarra River Precinct with you.

Here's some ideas for culture lovers

August 27, 2024
You are spoilt for choice in the Yarra River Precinct if you are culturally-inclined. Sandi takes you on a brief tour to highlight just a few.

Here's some ideas for romantics

August 27, 2024
The Yarra River Precinct is tailor-made for the more romantically inclined; from gondola rides to dining up in the clouds. Sandi gives you a brief taste.

Here's some ideas for couples

August 27, 2024
There's no shortage of things to do, see, drink and eat for couples in the Yarra River Precinct, as your tour guide Sandi shows.

Here's some ideas for adrenaline junkies

August 27, 2024
You don't expect to find high energy activity in the centre of Melbourne, but Sandi takes you on a brief tour to highlight just a few to get the heart pumping

Melbourne Public

June 21, 2021
Melbourne Public is the biggest pub on South Wharf, but it's more than just a place to enjoy a beer, as our intrepid blogger Sandi discovered.

Plus 5

June 8, 2021
Plus 5 on South Wharf is a bar and small eatery that often flies under the radar. This means that it is a cosy, intimate and friendly place, which is what our intrepid vlogger Sandi Sieger discovered recently.

Pure South

May 31, 2021
What a great combination - Pure South's food/ drinks + a trip up Eureka Skydeck to gaze over our beautiful city. That's exactly what our intrepid blogger Sandi did last week, and we'll think you'll like what she found.

Riverland

May 25, 2021
The Yarra River Precinct's famed riverside dining and drinking started with Riverland Bar at Federation Wharf nearly 20 years ago. It's still going strong and Sandi pops in to reconnect with this icon of hospitality.

La Camera, Southgate

May 16, 2021
With the weather turning a bit cooler, this week Sandi turns her attention a more traditional indoor venue, Southgate's La Camera, although it does have a delightful north-facing deck that catches every bit of the winter sun.

The Mission

April 20, 2021
Sandi wanders into Northbank's historic Mission to Seafarers one evening and bumps into CEO Sue Dight, who explains what the modern Mission does. It also happens to be one of their regular Sea Shanty evenings, so sing-along !

The Common Man

April 13, 2021
The Common Man, and its sister outdoor venue, Common Lawn, is the buzzing nerve centre of South Wharf. Sandi re-acquaints herself with this great social meeting spot.

Byblos, WTC Wharf

April 5, 2021
Melbourne influencer Sandi Sieger visits Byblos, on WTC Wharf, just as the sun is setting over the beautiful Yarra River. The rich interiors of Byblos match the beauty and tastes of its delectable middle eastern food. Another dining gem of the Yarra River Precinct !

The Wharf Hotel

March 26, 2021
Sandi takes a stroll around the western end of the Yarra River Precinct, sampling the delights of WTC Wharf. She pops into one of the precinct's favourite watering holes, The Wharf Hotel, with its indoor/outdoor dining areas.

Arbory Afloat and Arbory Bar Eatery

March 13, 2021
Melbourne influencer Sandi Sieger explores the now iconic Arbory Afloat - Melbourne's only floating bar & eatery - which sits right alongside its sister venue, Arbory Bar Eatery - enjoy this special place.

Yarra Bar & Kitchen

March 5, 2021
Melbourne social media influencer Sandi Sieger ventures down onto the Lower Promenade on Southbank to explore the latest outdoor eatery and drinking space.

Leftbank Melbourne

February 21, 2021
Melbourne influencer Sandi Sieger takes a stroll along Southbank Promenade and pops into Leftbank Melbourne's new outdoor riverside eatery, where she bumps into owner Eddie Muto

BangPop, South Wharf

February 21, 2021
Melbourne influencer Sandi Sieger takes you on a brief tour of South Wharf's bustling Thai-style eatery 'Bangpop'. It's one of Melbourne's best regarded Thai restaurants, with a colourful, funky decor to match the exciting food.

Six Things You Didn't Know About The Yarra River...

February 10, 2020
Known by locals as ‘My Brown Yarra,’ there’s much more to the Yarra River than meets the eye. Despite being one of the city’s most recognisable natural landmarks, even locals know little about the Yarra River. Here are six interesting facts you need to know...

Buxton Adds To Southbank Artspaces

August 20, 2019
Designed by renowned architects Fender Katsalidis, the Buxton Contemporary Gallery opened in March last year and comprises four public exhibition galleries, teaching facilities, and the largest outdoor screen in Australia dedicated to the display of moving image art.

Messing Around In Boats

October 18, 2018
With the weather improving and with plenty of onshore options to slake thirst and satisfy hunger, here is our selection of how to mess about on the water during spring 2018.

A Journey Through South Wharf’s Dining Precinct

June 12, 2018
I recently got the chance to explore the best of South Wharf’s dining precinct by way of a multi-course degustation. From casual snack spots to luxury dinner venues and everything in between, South Wharf has something for everyone. Which one will you visit first?

Riverside Party Spaces For Any Function

April 27, 2018
Events in the Yarra River Precinct can range from a surprisingly good busker on the Promenade through to major international acts at the Myer Music Bowl and Rod Laver Arena, but for most people the most memorable are usually those with a very personal flavour.

Unlocking The Vault of Aus’ Music

February 20, 2018
Now open at Arts Centre Melbourne, the Australian Music Vault is a place to explore your love of music, revisit some of the big music moments of your life, share those memories and discover the exciting new stories of today’s Australian music scene.

Yarra's Edge Is Well Worth A Look

May 17, 2017
Ever heard of Yarra's Edge? Probably not, because it’s a modern village, right on the water, close to the CBD, but tucked-away from the city’s busier places. Once you get there it will be well worth it, and you’ll probably wonder why you didn’t know about it before.

Cosy Corners Along The Yarra

May 5, 2017
The days and nights along the river are getting colder and while there are plenty of places that have external heating, it’s often nice to hunker down inside somewhere cosy to enjoy a drink, whether that be a red wine, spirits, a cocktail, or perhaps just a coffee or hot chocolate.

Coffee by the Yarra

November 7, 2016
A coffee in Melbourne is one of our most time honoured traditions. Find the best brews (and beers!) by the Yarra River.

Spring Boating

September 21, 2016
Fancy an adventure on the Yarra? Jump aboard one of our many waterway transport options this Spring and enjoy the city from the river.

Spring in the Gardens

August 18, 2016
Spring in Melbourne is beautiful, so why not enjoy the parks and gardens by the Yarra River.

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