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Tidal River, one of the state’s most popular campgrounds, seen here in 2022

‘Should have seen it coming’: How Victoria’s free camping policy came unstuck

Many campers report seeing dozens of vacant sites at fully booked campgrounds.

  • Liam Mannix

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Intensely beautiful: Tidal River in Wilsons Promontory.

Summer escapes: 10 of Victoria’s best camping spots

Need some time under canvas? Victoria’s epic campgrounds offer ocean views, vineyards, caves and hot springs.

  • Penny Watson
Oscar Jenkins and his family have long been part of the prominent Toorak-Prahan cricket club in Melbourne

‘Your typical Aussie cricket boy’: Why Oscar Jenkins went to fight in Ukraine

On the cricket field, Oscar Jenkins was a formidable all-rounder. The former Melbourne Grammar student’s teammates were shocked to learn he had been captured by Russians on a Ukrainian battlefield.

  • Sherryn Groch and Ashleigh McMillan
Babaji’s Kerala Kitchen in Belgrave.

Babaji’s Kerala Kitchen

A welcoming slice of southern India in the Dandenong Ranges.

Snacks from New Quarter’s all-you-can-eat non-stop noodle menu.

New Quarter

Youthful fusion right at home on a willing stretch of Swan Street.

The firelit dining space of Neighbourhood Wine.

Neighbourhood Wine

Fireside wines and character to spare.

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Nam Giao

A go-to for first-rate breakfast noodle soups.

The Muse restaurant at Mitchelton winery. 

The Muse

Striking architecture matched by the grandeur of its environs.

Mr Lee’s Foods

A 20-seater with five dishes on the menu.

The glow of The Moon.

The Moon

Destination for wine geeks and fun-seekers alike.

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