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The timber bar area of the John Curtin Hotel with large arched windows showing the street outside.

John Curtin Hotel

One of the oldest pubs in Australia, The John Curtin Hotel lies deep at the heart of Melbourne's vibrant live music scene. Situated across from the Trades Hall and named after a former socialist come Labor Prime Minister, The Curtin has been the watering hole of Bob Hawke, students, unionists, and of course, music lovers and bands.

The Curtin prides itself on delivering craft beers, delicious food, incredible live music, DJs, front bar dance floor, and a bar that is often tended by the publican themselves.

Day	Times
Monday	Closed
Tuesday	12pm - 11pm
Wednesday	12pm - 11pm
Thursday	12pm - 11pm
Friday	12pm - 12am
Saturday	1pm - 12am
Sunday	1pm - 12am

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