Getting in touch about Melbourne's laneways and arts

Laneway Notes is an independent journal, so messages from readers genuinely shape what gets written next. If you have walked a laneway recently and noticed a new mural, a closed shopfront or a pop-up gallery, that kind of on-the-ground detail is the most useful thing you can send. Melbourne's street art changes constantly, and pieces in places like Hosier Lane can be painted over within weeks, so reader tips help keep older entries honest.

What's helpful to include

  • Where: the laneway or street name and the nearest cross street, so others can find the spot.
  • When: the date you visited, since walls, venues and exhibitions change quickly.
  • What: a short description of the artwork, exhibition, event or venue, and anything a first-time visitor should know about access, crowds or timing.
  • Corrections: if something in an older post is out of date, point to the entry and explain what has changed.

What this journal can and can't do

Laneway Notes writes about places and events; it isn't a venue, ticket seller or official tourism body. For bookings, opening times or event dates, always check with the gallery, venue or organiser directly. Artists and small galleries are welcome to share news of openings, but coverage is editorial and never guaranteed or paid for.

Before writing in, it may be worth browsing the Laneways Guide or digging through the archive to see whether a place has already been covered. You can also read more about the journal's approach on the About page.

Every message is read, though replies can take a little while. Thoughtful suggestions for walking routes, quieter precincts beyond the CBD and lesser-known artist-run spaces are especially welcome.