Getting in touch about Melbourne's laneways and arts

Laneway Notes is an independent journal, written by people who spend a lot of time walking Melbourne's back streets, arcades and inner-city arts precincts. We are not a venue, a tourism body or a ticketing service, so we can't book tables, sell tickets or confirm event times on anyone's behalf. What we can do is listen to readers, follow up on tips and keep our guides as useful and current as possible.

What we're glad to hear about

  • Corrections and updates. Laneways change quickly. Murals get painted over, small bars close and galleries move. If something in one of our pieces is out of date, let us know where and what has changed.
  • Tips on new work. A fresh piece of street art, a new artist-run space or a pop-up exhibition in a neighbourhood we haven't covered yet are all things we'd love to hear about.
  • Ideas for days out. Suggestions for walking routes, quieter corners of the CBD or arts precincts beyond the usual spots help shape future guides.
  • Artists and small organisers. If you run an independent show or studio, tell us about it. We can't promise coverage, but we read everything.

Before you write

For opening hours, prices, accessibility details or tickets, the most reliable source is always the venue or organiser's official channel, as details can change at short notice. Our laneways guide and the wider guides section may already answer common questions about getting around, the best times to visit popular lanes and how to explore respectfully. That means not obstructing businesses, being mindful when photographing people and leaving the walls as you found them.

Older posts live in the archive. If you're writing about one of them, mentioning the title or rough date helps us find it quickly. We aim to reply to genuine messages, though as a small independent project it can sometimes take a little while.