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 gallery that has moved, or a small bar that has closed its doors, a short note helps keep our guides accurate. Melbourne's street art changes constantly, with walls on Hosier Lane and elsewhere often repainted within weeks, so first-hand updates from people on the ground are especially useful.

What is helpful to include

  • Location details: the laneway or street name, the nearest cross street and the suburb, such as the CBD, Fitzroy or Collingwood.
  • When you visited: a rough date helps us judge whether information is still current.
  • What changed: a new work, an exhibition opening, access changes or anything readers should know before heading out.

Story ideas and corrections

We welcome suggestions for lesser-known lanes, artist-run spaces, community festivals and walking routes that suit a relaxed day out. If something in an article is out of date or incorrect, please point us to the page and describe the issue, and we will review it. You can browse earlier pieces in the archive or check the Laneways Guide before writing, in case the topic is already covered.

A note on what we can and cannot do

Laneway Notes does not sell tickets, take bookings or speak on behalf of any venue, gallery or event organiser. For opening hours, ticketing or accessibility questions, it is always best to contact the venue or organiser directly through their official channels. We read every message, though replies can take a little time, as the journal is run independently alongside plenty of time spent exploring the city itself.