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Whether you want to tap into your creative side or are keen to upskill in a new area, the Valley plays host to a range of workshops and classes to help your find your creative niche or a new hobby. Led by top creatives in their element, join one of these hands-on specialty sessions and learn something cool.

From cafes to homewares, bridal rentals to cakes, Bakery Lane is full of independent and interesting businesses to explore. Wander down this heritage-listed laneway off Ann Street and discover your new fave Valley hangout.

If you need help in the hair department to tame that mane or rock a new buzzcut, here’s the Valley’s top stylists and barbers to know.

The Valley Metro shopping centre has a new lease on life. Housing more than 30 retailers and an inviting 280-seat food court, you can shop, eat and tick off your errands in the one convenient spot.

Whether you need to get organised or update that daggy décor, refresh your living spaces with some new homewares from these Valley retailers.

McWhirters Retail has everything you need in one place. From international grocery stores to beauty services, eateries and one-stop shops, this heritage-listed building hosts more than 30 retailers.