‘The challenging times weren’t going to go away’: String of restaurant closures in Victoria
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Source: The Age
Published: 2026-05-06 16:06 UTC+10:00
Section: Food / Eating out (Mel)
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Transport, Australia, Economy & Finance, Food & Agriculture, Business & Economy
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Amid fuel-price uncertainty, three interest rate rises this year and unpredictable shifts in consumer behaviour, restaurants and bars in Melbourne are bracing for a tough winter, with some operators deciding to close their doors before the end of this financial year.
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