Fed Square will transform into a vibrant tapestry of Indigenous art and narratives, weaving together visions of First Peoples’ futures, celestial connections, and political discourse during this year’s RISING festival. ‘The Blak Infinite’ will serve as a hub for sharing Indigenous perspectives on the cosmos, political constellations, and forthcoming destinies. Across Fed Square, visitors will encounter monumental installations, fresh commissions and dialogues led by prominent First Nations artists and writers. The journey unfolds through explorations of sovereign political movements, environmental activism, and the profound stories embedded in the stars. Central to ‘The Blak Infinite’ is Richard Bell’s ‘EMBASSY’, paying homage…
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For one unforgettable night, Melbourne will welcome the Grampians wine region to its heart. The event – Grampians in a Glass – will give you the opportunity to delve into the delights of one of Australia’s most renowned wine regions, as 17 esteemed winemakers from Western Victoria converge on Victoria by Farmer’s Daughter at Federation Square on Thursday 27 June. Enjoy an evening of wine, entertainment, and delectable paired foods featuring the finest Victorian produce. Explore more than 50 meticulously crafted wines from both established and boutique wineries hailing from the charming towns of Great Western, Ararat, Buangor, Moyston, and…
Embark on an odyssey into the depths of winter’s embrace with Nightide, an enigmatic solstice celebration in Queenscliff on 22 June. The Searoad Ferries terminal will transform into a realm where elemental forces collide in a symphony of fire, ice, and primal rhythms. At Nightide, dare to defy convention as you immerse yourself in saunas and ice baths, surrounded by the flickering allure of bonfires and the explosive spectacle of fireworks. Indulge your senses with unexpected delicacies and libations, serenaded by the eclectic melodies of local musicians. If you’re looking for an elevated experience, Nightide will offer exclusive ticketed events:…
Iconic Aussie band, The Church, are embarking on a national tour revisiting their early repertoire. The ‘The Already Yesterday’ will be a nostalgic journey led by founding member Steve Kilbey and will grace stages across Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Hobart, Perth, and Adelaide from November to December 2024. Fans of the pioneers of post-punk and new-wave music can anticipate a melodic feast featuring tracks from the band’s first four studio albums: ‘Of Skins & Heart’, ‘The Blurred Crusade’, ‘Séance’, and ‘Heyday’, alongside selections from their later discography. These albums birthed some of The Church’s most enduring hits such as ‘The Unguarded…
Immerse yourself in a clandestine atmospherebehind bars at Alcotraz – the immersive prison-themed cocktail experience that’s coming to Melbourne in June. Drawing inspiration from popular Hollywood movies and TV that have brought to life iconic prison stories, Alcotraz combines the allure of a speakeasy-style cocktail bar with the excitement of immersive theatre and interactive storylines. Alcotraz is a totally unique experience for cocktail enthusiasts and thrill seekers alike, offering patrons the chance to become part of the story that unfolds. Guests – or more appropriately ‘inmates’ – are encouraged to get creative with their smuggling tactics, or rely on the crooked guards’ help…
One of Australia’s favourite and most respected actors and presenters, Noni Hazlehurst AM is set to perform her critically acclaimed one woman show Mother at Arts Centre Melbourne’s Fairfax Theatre from 4 – 15 September 2024. Written by Australian playwright Daniel Keene specially for Hazlehurst as her first one-woman show, Mother tells the story of Christie, a homeless woman in a world detached, unforgiving and destructive. Christie is a great survivor, a storyteller, comical and dramatic. Hazlehurst adeptly portrays Christie – feisty and also defeated, angry yet loving, and ultimately characterised by honesty, wit and self-deprecation. The play speaks of denial, ignorance and free-falling poverty. Utterly devastating, yet written with Keene’s characteristic…
Work is now underway to transform the north bank of the Yarra River at Birrarung Marr to create a four-kilometre promenade with five interconnected precincts, including open spaces, parks, riverfront destinations and cultural activations. Dubbed the Greenline Project, once completed it is anticipate it will attract more than 1.1 million more visitors to the city every year, boosting the economy and sharing this cultural precinct – an area which holds immense significance for the Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung people of the Kulin Nation – with the community. With the Greenline Project Master Plan complete, today marks the sod turn for the…
National Sorry Day and National Reconciliation Week are pivotal events in Australia that address the country’s history of the treatment of our Indigenous populations. National Sorry Day, observed annually on May 26 since 1998, commemorates the suffering of the Stolen Generations—Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children forcibly removed from their families under government policies. This day encourages reflection, healing, and public acknowledgment of these historical injustices. Following National Sorry Day, National Reconciliation Week runs from May 27 to June 3. It celebrates and promotes reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians. The week begins with the anniversary of the 1967 referendum,…
Award -winning and internationally acclaimed stand up comedian and television star, Tahir, is bringing his new stand-up show to Victoria in August. Tahir’s Insane Night of Stand Up, S#it Magic & Spontaneous Comedy promises to be packed full of laughs as he delivers stand up comedy in spades alongside some sketch comedy, improvised pieces where he throws himself to the mercy of the audience and of course some more magic that is of the lowest standard possible but with the biggest laughs! Tahir has a huge collection of credit to his name He has concepted, co-created and starred in two sit-coms…
As winter approaches and the nights get colder, it’s time for the festive Winter Night Market at Queen Victoria Market. The 2024 event is taking place over a 13 week season, every Wednesday night from June 5 to August 28, between 5pm and 10pm. Warm up with cozy fires, delicious street food, and lively entertainment. Sample some of Melbourne’s top street food vendors and sip on drinks like spiced milo, mulled wine, butterbeer, and hot gin toddies. The market will be dishing up a tantalising array of street eats each week, featuring a diverse selection of food vendors showcasing dishes…
Two of Australia’s most celebrated leading ladies, Anna O’Byrne and Marina Prior, will star in a lavish concert presentation of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Carousel, one of the most beloved musicals of all time. Set in a seaside town in Maine, the musical follows the love story of Billy Bigelow, a handsome but troubled carousel barker, and Julie Jordan, a young mill worker. Anna O’Byrne and Marina Prior will play the leading roles of Julie Jordan and Nettie Fowler, the women at the heart of this enduring tale of love, redemption, and the struggle to find our place in the world. Since its premiere on…
Geelong’s annual food festival is returning for 2024 -this year it has been rebranded as “Tastes of Greater Geelong”. The food celebration will this year encompass the best in food, drink, and hospitality from across our greater Geelong region. The region is one of Australia’s most renowned food, wine, and hospitality destinations and the festival, now in its 13th year, aims to showcase everything it has to offer, from delectable local ingredients, farm-fresh produce, wine and dine events to gourmet taste trails. The program, spanning Friday 21 June to Sunday 14 July, will highlight the plethora of gourmet delights within the region and invite locals and…