Whether you're starting your week with a strong flat white, a Super Bowl pint, or a Drake-fuelled hangover cure in hand, good luck to you. Here's everything you need to know on this Monday in Melbourne.

The Headlines

• You might have thought that your days spent snorkelling to spot the sea creatures of Australia were limited to Airlie Beach and the Great Barrier Reef—it turns out we were all wrong. Melbourne actually has a thriving snorkelling scene that has taken off in recent years, with Victoria boasting the most diverse marine life of any Australian state. Port Phillip Bay is home to squid, rays, small sharks, seahorses, zebra fish and many more, all visible through a humble snorkel mask. Join this popular Facebook page for all things snorkelling around Melbourne.

• In an attempt to boost business at his shop, the owner of The Pie Place in Coburg has come up with the marketing trick of the century. To win a free pie, all you have to do is beat the owner at a game of rock, paper, scissors. The stats say that scissors has the highest win rate in the game, but if you manage to score a free pie, this guy surely deserves a tip—he’s been serving tasty pies to the people of Coburg for 40 years.

• One for the Southside sushi lovers, Pokero has been revealed as the latest eatery to grace the infamous Chapel Street precinct. Already a popular spot in Melbourne Central, the Japanese-Vietnamese fusion restaurant is set to become your go-to lunch spot for the days you leave your leftovers in the fridge at home. No word on an opening date yet, but we will, of course, keep you posted.

Where to Eat and Drink

If you’re after a solid coffee without the unnecessary extras, one of Market Lane's many cafés will always be a safe bet. Known for its top-tier, ethically sourced beans and meticulous brewing, Market Lane is the kind of place that makes you rethink your usual order. In a fun addition, coffee classes are also on offer, where the experts can teach you how to make the ultimate espresso or roast your beans to perfection. For only $10, you can join a public coffee cupping session for some blind coffee tasting if you want to really start taking Melbourne's coffee scene seriously.

Where to Live

This absolutely stunning, high-spec Elwood pad is available for a lease transfer until November, with two bedrooms and a little terrace. The house is on one of Elwood's tree-lined, yummy-mummy streets, super close to St Kilda and Acland Street for more of a backpacker vibe. A world away from the usual dingy share house.

Core selling point: A house so well-curated that it looks like it could be AI, which we cannot confirm or deny.

Where to Work

An absolute needle in a haystack job on offer today, the role of Content Creator & Marketing Officer at Global Touch is offering potential Visa sponsorship for the right candidate. Global Touch is a migration consultancy helping people navigate the complicated Australian immigration system, and they’re looking for someone to run their TikTok. Its a junior position, and could just be your golden ticket to live the Aussie lifestyle forever.

Where to Go

Monday nights at Goldy’s Tavern is the place for two of life’s greatest comforts: a pub quiz and a big bowl of gnocchi. Whether you back yourself on TV, music, and movie trivia or just fancy a $15 taste of Italy, book ahead or get down early to secure your spot. Plus, there’s a firm promise of no politics questions—ideal for anyone who’s successfully ignored the news since landing in Aus. Prizes include a $50 bar tab and a pack of Bodriggy lager. Can't argue with that.

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