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10/09/2026

🌿One for the Melbourne family bucket list!

If you’re looking for an affordable day out with the kids, save this one. Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria Cranbourne is just around 50 minutes from Melbourne and entry is FREE. 🙌

Spread across 363 hectares, there’s plenty to see and do:

🔎 Seek & Find Nature Cards for the kids
🚌 45-minute Explorer Bus ride
🌵 Award-winning Australian Garden
❤️ Red Sand Garden inspired by Australia’s Red Centre
🦘 Native bushland + wildlife spotting
🛝 Woodland Picnic Area & Playground
☕️ Boonwurrung Café
🛍️ Gift shop featuring local artisan products

Fun fact: the Australian Garden was named sixth among the world’s top must-see gardens by The New York Times in 2025. 🌏

With walking trails, picnic areas, BBQs and loads of open space, you can easily make a whole day of it without spending much.

Save this for your next Melbourne weekend plan and send it to a family who’s always looking for new places to explore! 💚

📍Royal Botanic Gardens Cranbourne, VIC
Ballarto Road &, Botanic Drive, Cranbourne VIC 3977

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06/09/2026

We picked up the GWM ORA 5 SUV from Essendon GWM and set off on a little family road trip 🚗✨

It was the perfect excuse to get out, explore a little and spend some quality time together. We loved how comfortable and spacious it felt for a family, and there are so many thoughtful features that made the drive even more enjoyable. 🤍

If you’re looking for a family-friendly SUV, the GWM ORA 5 is definitely one to check out!

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02/09/2026

✨Father’s Day Freebies & Fun in Melbourne 2026✨

Looking for the best ways to celebrate Dad this Father’s Day (6 Sept) without breaking the bank? Here are some amazing offers where Dad goes FREE or just for $1! 🎉💙

1. Sealife Aquarium – $1 entry for dads (6-10 Sept, book online atleast 1 day in advance) and valid with a full priced adult or child ticket🐠

2. Legoland – $1 entry for dads (6-10 Sept, book online atleast 1 day in advance) and valid with a full priced adult or child ticket

3. Gumbuya World – Free Theme Park entry for dads on 6 Sept with a Junior, Senior or General admission ticket🎢

4. Holey Moley – 1 free round of mini golf for dads (5-6 Sept, code: DADFREE)⛳️ Minimum of 2 people per booking, online only

5. Strike Bowling – 1 free game of bowling for dads (5-6 Sept, code: DADFREE)🎳 Minimum of 2 people per booking, online only

6. Archie Brothers – 1 free activity for dads (5-6 Sept, code: DADFREE)🎮 Minimum of 2 people per booking, online only

More offers:
7. IFLY Melbourne – Dads fly FREE on a booking for 4
Terms & conditions apply✈️

8. Hijinx Hotel – Free set of challenge rooms for dads (5-6 Sept, code: DADFREE) 🏐 Minimum of 2 people per booking, online only!

👔 From mini golf and bowling to aquariums and feasts, there’s no shortage of ways to spoil Dad this Father’s Day!

‼️Please check the T&C’s on the website before booking‼️

Which one will you be taking your dad to? 💭👇

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01/09/2026

✨Father’s Day Freebies & Fun in Melbourne 2026✨

Looking for the best ways to celebrate Dad this Father’s Day (6 Sept) without breaking the bank? Here are some amazing offers where Dad goes FREE or just for $1! 🎉💙

1. Sealife Aquarium – $1 entry for dads (6-10 Sept, book atleast 1 day in advance) and valid with a full priced adult or child ticket🐠

2. Legoland – $1 entry for dads (6-10 Sept, book atleast 1 day in advance) and valid with a full priced adult or child ticket

3. Gumbuya World – Free Theme Park entry for dads on 6 Sept with full priced adult or child ticket🎢

4. Holey Moley – 1 free round of mini golf for dads (5-6 Sept, code: DADFREE)⛳️ Minimum of 2 people per booking.

5. Strike Bowling – 1 free game of bowling for dads (5-6 Sept, code: DADFREE)🎳 Minimum of 2 people per booking.

6. Archie Brothers – 1 free activity for dads (5-6 Sept, code: DADFREE)🎮 Minimum of 2 people per booking.

More offers:
7. IFLY Melbourne – Dads fly FREE on a booking for 4
Terms & conditions apply✈️

8. Hijinx Hotel – Free set of challenge rooms for dads (5-6 Sept, code: DADFREE) 🏐 Minimum of 2 people per booking.

👔 From mini golf and bowling to aquariums and feasts, there’s no shortage of ways to spoil Dad this Father’s Day!

Which one will you be taking your dad to? 💭👇

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A little sparkle for Raksha Bandhan ✨❤️Loved exploring the beautiful jewellery and gold Rakhis at Malabar Gold & Diamond...
24/08/2026

A little sparkle for Raksha Bandhan ✨❤️

Loved exploring the beautiful jewellery and gold Rakhis at Malabar Gold & Diamonds Australia - so many pieces that would make a meaningful gift this festive season.

And there are some exciting Raksha Bandhan offers to make your shopping even better:

✨ Scratch & Win up to 100% OFF jewellery making charges
✨ FREE 250 mg gold coin on diamond & precious gem jewellery purchases worth AUD 2,000+
✨ Zero deduction on old gold exchange

📍 Melbourne: Westfield Fountain Gate, Narre Warren
📅 28 August – 20 September 2026

Whether it’s a gift for someone special or a little something for yourself, there’s always a reason to add a little sparkle to the celebration. ✨❤️

19/08/2026

💫Raksha Bandhan is a time to celebrate the special bond between siblings❤️

This festive season, I headed to Malabar Gold & Diamonds Australia to pick out a Rakhi for my brother and, of course, found something special for myself too. ✨

From beautiful gold Rakhis and everyday gold pieces to elegant diamond jewellery, there’s something special for every kind of celebration.

And the Raksha Bandhan offers make the shopping even more exciting:
✨ Scratch & Win up to 100% discount on gold jewellery making charges
✨ Free 250 mg gold coin with every diamond & precious gem jewellery purchase worth AUD 2,000+
✨ Zero deduction on old gold exchange

Offers available in Melbourne & Sydney stores👇

📍 Melbourne: Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Westfield Fountain Gate, Narre Warren
📅 28 August – 20 September 2026

📍 Sydney: Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Wigram St, Harris Park
📅 14 August – 6 September 2026

Because no matter how much we grow up or how far apart we are, some bonds always stay special. ❤️

Celebrate this special bond with Malabar. ✨

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