Visitors to Grampians National Park can get back to exploring the stunning rocky gorge and spectacular views of the Gariwerd cultural landscape along the Grand Canyon Loop Walk, with upgrades to the trail now complete and reopen to the public. Minister for Environment Steve Dimopoulos announced the completion of the Grand Canyon Staircase rebuild, delivered as part of the State Government’s Asset Regeneration Program. Grampians National Park is part of the Gariwerd Aboriginal cultural landscape and is home to majestic waterfalls, dazzling spring wildflowers, mountain panoramas and native wildlife such as kangaroos, emus, native birds and curious Wallabies. The new Grand Canyon…
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Football Australia has confirmed the Socceroos will face Saudi Arabia at Melbourne’s AAMI Park on Thursday, 14 November 2024 as part of their Round Three AFC Asian Qualifiers – Road To 26 Qualification campaign. The home soil match against Saudi Arabia represents a key step in the Socceroos’ campaign, as they continue their journey towards the FIFA World Cup 2026 and the prospect of a sixth consecutive appearance at international football’s showpiece event in Canada, Mexico and the United States. The side will return to Melbourne almost 12-months to the day following their Round Two Qualifier against Bangladesh at the same venue…
Three Chapel Street restaurants are joining forces to present a brand new dining event launching on 5 September. The Windsor Fork & Walk is a progressive dinner showcasing three of Windsor’s favourite restaurants: Mr. Miyagi, Henrietta and Studio Amaro. Participants will start at one venue, enjoying two courses and drinks for 45 minutes before walking to the next venue to repeat the experience. The final venue will include two signature dishes, drinks and dessert. Three groups will rotate through the venues simultaneously, ensuring each venue always has a group. The event is $149 per person inclusive of all food and…
An augmented reality experience is taking over the Melbourne Museum Plaza from Thursday 22 August as part of the Now or Never festival – allowing you to see a gigantic version of a microscopic organism floating above the city. Slow Walker by Peder Bjurman is an ephemeral being you can see by pointing the screen of your mobile device towards the sky. Wander the Plaza ad explore alongside a colony of tardigrades – some of the universe’s most resilient creatures. Tardigrades are living organisms capable of resisting extreme temperatures of cold and heat. They survive in space, can remain frozen…
A unique ballet performance of Sleeping Beauty is coming to the Capitol Theatre in Melbourne over three dates in September, October and December 2024. “We Call it Ballet” will bring the timeless tale to life like never before with expressive storytelling, immaculate dancing and costumes that glitter with glow-in-the-dark lights. Sleeping Beauty is the tale of a cursed princess who is awakened by her true love’s kiss. See it come to life in stunning visual splendour, as perfect pirouettes and gravity-defying leaps cast a kaleidoscope of colours across the stage. This breathtakingly beautiful production will transcend tradition, taking you on…
Riverdream Boatel, a leader in luxury river exploration on Australia’s Murray River, has been honoured as one of the Best Houseboats in Australia by the World Luxury Travel Awards. This 5-star floating river vessel stands out as the first to offer complete opulence and diverse experiences on the mighty Murray. Guests can enjoy riverside and off-river wonders along Australia’s most iconic waterway. Riverdream Boatel offers a feast for the senses with culinary journeys of local fresh produce, rustic vineyards, national parks, and salt lakes. Guests can explore hidden swamps and billabongs on guided sunset kayak tours, encountering diverse birdlife along…
A celestial formation will hover above its own shimmering reflection on the Yarra River’s surface after dark, glowing and morphing and refracting from Thursday 22 August as part of the City of Melbourne’s spring Now or Never festival. Constellations by Studio Lemercier is described as “an abstract journey through the geometric structure formed by the universe.” The mysterious audiovisual installation can be seen from the bank of the river at the Southbank Promenade, where light will be projected onto invisible water particles that will form shapes and intangible structures in the air, resulting in 3D-like visuals. This environment becomes a…
A new, spectacular reimagination of Victor Hugo’s classic hunchback story is headed to Melbourne in September. Quasimodo – the Musical in Concert will premiere at the Capitol Theatre from 20-22 September, featuring lush orchestrations by Hamish Ander and under the artistic and musical direction of Andrew Wailes, this show features memorable characters, and a series of sweeping and powerful musical performances telling the universal human issues of love, lust, betrayal and murder. . . with a twist of Broadway. Original music and lyrics have been created by Melbourne-based producer Samuel Kristy, while a stellar cast of some of Australia’s best…
The State Government has approved the next stage of plans to revitalise Melbourne’s iconic Queen Victoria Market which it claims will secure its future as an iconic social and cultural landmark, while delivering hundreds of new homes. Minister for Planning Sonya Kilkenny has announced the planning permits for the $1.7 billion mixed-use development have been approved. Delivered in partnership with Lendlease, Scape and the City of Melbourne – housing will be a key feature of the development with plans to deliver around 560 build to rent apartments, with 15 per cent dedicated to “affordable housing”. Student housing provider Scape will also deliver an…
Legendary British rockers 0cc are bringing their “Ultimate Greatest Hits Tour” to Australia in 2025, giving fans the opportunity to see them play their most memorable hits live. They’ll be bringing their tour to three venues in Victoria in July and August 2025 – Castlemaine’s Theatre Royal on 30 July, Geelong’s Playhouse on 31 July, and The Palais in St Kilda on 1 August. 10cc gained prominence in the 1970s, known for their innovative approach to music and witty, often satirical lyrics. The band’s music spans various genres, blending elements of pop, rock, art rock, and even progressive rock, making…
An upgraded viewing platform at the base of Erskine Falls near Lorne gives visitors a spectacular up-close view of the 35-metre waterfall that plunges into the rockpool below, surrounded by lush fern gullies. Erskine Falls is located on the Country of the Eastern Maar people in the Great Otway National Park and attracts around half a million visitors every year. Enjoy this spectacular view from a safe, comfortable distance with plenty of space for photos and to take it all in. Improvements to lookouts, walking tracks, and parking ensure a better experience overall when visiting the falls. For those who…
An abundant program of family-friendly events is arriving on Friday 8 and Saturday 9 November 2024 for the highly anticipated return of the International Rose Garden Festival Morwell. This annual festival showcases the internationally recognised, award-winning rose garden, located in the heart of Morwell, while it’s in full bloom. The garden is maintained throughout the year by the Friends of the Rose Garden Volunteers who ensure it looks its best for this special occasion. The main acts this year include global television stars Dirtgirl, Scrapboy and Costa the Garden Gnome, who will perform their grubby bucket show live. There will…