Author: Allan Kimani

A passionate Melbourne local and soon-to-be law graduate, Allan Kimani uses his intimate knowledge of the city to explore and share Melbourne's best-kept secrets with readers. Allan has spent over five years reviewing local eateries, events, and cultural attractions. His love for the city is as deep as his commitment to factual, unbiased reporting. He continuously collaborates with local businesses and community members, cementing his authoritativeness in the Melbourne lifestyle scene. When not writing, he is immersed in his law studies at the University of Melbourne, aiming to blend his legal knowledge with his love for journalism. Reach out to Allan for fresh ideas, comments, or feedback at allan@justmelbourne.com.au. He's always eager to hear from fellow Melbourne enthusiasts.

Looking for a roof repair specialist in Melbourne to take care of an old roof, broken tiles, or some water damage to your existing roof? Do you need someone to build a new roof entirely? In this article, we share with you our list of the ten best roof restoration companies that can take care of your roof problems. The companies below were curated based on accumulated client reviews and feedback from various Melbourne homeowners. Using client information, we were able to ascertain their track record and level of high standard, thus recommending them. It’s worth noting, however, that our…

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In this article, we explore the best meeting room options available to you in Melbourne. Apart from being one of the best recreational hubs in Australia, Melbourne is also one of Australia’s best cities to do business. The ease of business here is arguably unmatched anywhere else in the whole country. We recently shared an article highlighting Melbournes best coworking spaces, and the more perceptive of you may have noticed that Melbourne is really geared for business. Speaking of coworking spaces, it is now evident that the world’s market system is evolving to become more of a gig economy. With…

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With Spring fast approaching, we thought that it’s about time we shared with you our guide to the most famous Australian horse racing event- the Melbourne Cup. Held every Tuesday 1st on November, the Melbourne Cup Race is such a big deal In Victoria that the day of the event is a public holiday. Nicknamed the race that stops a nation, the Melbourne Cup is the largest horse racing event in all of Australia, and is among the four largest such events in the whole world! When you consider the fact that Flemington racecourse, where the event is held, is…

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New Year’s Eve in Melbourne in 2023 is set to be very different to years prior. There won’t be the massive fireworks displays & crowds that we’re used to. Nonetheless, the city is still putting on a New Year’s eve party that will show off the best of our incredible city – particularly it’s food. This is a year where we need a party to herald in the next year more than ever, as I’m sure you’ll agree. There are plenty of reasons to celebrate this new year’s eve, we’ve survived multiple waves of intense lockdowns. Melburnians have suffered more…

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In this one, we dive into the city’s food scene, revealing the best restaurants in Melbourne that offer a unique dining experience on top of food that will more than satisfy your taste buds. One of the advantages of Melbourne’s cosmopolitan nature is the fact that with it comes an incredibly rich food culture. Indeed, almost half of all of Melbourne’s residents were born abroad! Some of the cultures influencing Melbourne’s gastronomic scene most profoundly include Chinese, Italian and Greek. What Does Melbourne’s Restaurant Scene Have to Offer? To many, Melbourne not Sydney is Australia’s culinary capital. The world took…

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Are you in such for Melbourne’s best coffee spots? Well, here’s your go-to guide. Melbourne’s fascination with delicious coffee began with the advent of the Italian immigrants after the Second World War, and since then, it has taken off! Since then, we’ve always been looking for a good cup of Joe. Why You Shouldn’t Ignore Melbourne’s Coffee Culture Whether you’re visiting or working here, you’re in luck because Melbourne’s coffee culture is unmatched anywhere else in the world! In fact, in a survey done by booking.com, Melbourne emerged as the city with the world’s best coffee, beating titans like Rome,…

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In this article, we take a look at the best hotels in Melbourne as of 2024. Have you ever been in a situation where there are so many options to choose from that you just get paralysed? It’s called the choice conundrum and it’s more common than you think. This is especially true for people visiting Australia and Melbourne in particular, for the first time. What Makes Hotels in Melbourne So Special? We chose to write this article specifically for that reason. You see, Melbourne is listed as one of the cities in the world with the highest concentration of…

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Looking for the best family lawyers in Melbourne? Well, look no further. We help you out with that in this article. Legal matters touching on the family are extremely sensitive. That much we are told in law school. Great family lawyers will recognize the stressful time you’re going through and facilitate your matter in the least intrusive, yet most restorative way. The Top 15 Family Lawyers in Melbourne The lawyers listed below have been selected with the following criteria in mind. Firstly, we looked at their ease of doing business. A convenient law firm goes a long way in alleviating…

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In this article, we highlight the right bin hiring services in Melbourne’s waste management industry. It’s hard to imagine living without proper waste disposal. We need proper waste management systems in almost every activity that we do, be it construction or daily life. Yet, Isn’t it true that human beings often overlook the people who do the “dirty” work? It’s quite unfortunate, really. A world without rubbish removal services and cleaning services, in general, is unfathomable. Well, today, we break from the general trend and acknowledge some of the best skin bin hiring services in Melbourne, including mini skip bins. …

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In this article, we share with you the 11 best alternatives for Melbourne airport parking spots. If you’re reading this article, you probably know that Melbourne Tullamarine Airport and the Orlando Melbourne International Airport do have a choice of airport parking, which can be closer than the international terminal. However, like us, you’re probably uncomfortable with terminal parking booking rates. I mean at $52 a day, those prices are ludicrous, especially considering that there are cheaper and comparable parking options available. With this in mind, we did our research on short-term parking and long-term car park options for you and…

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