Major First Nations-led exhibition ‘Still Here, Now’ celebrates creatives on Wadawurrung Country 

Platform Arts has opened their 2022 gallery program with a celebration of First Nations people, place and art for a…

Frankston’s Waterfront Festival returns with Sneaky Sound System, carnival rides, garden bar and Ventana Fiesta

After going into isolation last summer, the popular event returns with a stacked line-up of musical talent, drink and food…

It’s time to stroll through your favourite regional art galleries

Victoria’s fast-growing regional art scene has simply exploded with art spaces dedicated to promoting local and Aussie artists.

Legend of Australian film to open exhibition in Geelong this February

Multi-award-winning Australian film-maker David Parker will open a unique exhibition of movie stills photography at Geelong’s hub of photography, Focal Point…

The life and work of Gabrielle Chanel has arrived at the NGV in classic twentieth century style

Gabrielle Chanel. Fashion Manifesto is one of the most extensive and spectacular displays of twentieth century fashion the NGV has…

Six of the best shows to see at Wonderland Spiegeltent this Summer

Taking over Lahey Square Park in Barwon Heads this summer, the enchanting Wonderland Spiegeltent returns from December 26 with more…

Drenched in nostalgia, ACMI’s ‘Disney: The Magic of Animation’ exhibition is worth a trip for the summer holidays 

The magic of Disney is an experience known and loved by all ages. Whether it’s the songs, the stories, the…

Platform Arts announce successful LAB program participants for 2022

Geelong contemporary arts organisation, Platform Arts, have announced the successful cohort of artists and collectives for our 2022 expanded Platform…

From famous faces to local heroes, Archie 100 delivers a rich snapshot of Australian life, art and culture over a century

High profile, eagerly anticipated and often controversial, the Art Gallery of New South Wales’ Archibald Prize has become Australia’s favourite…

Review: Matt Garrick’s ‘Writing in the Sand’ tells the epic story of Yothu Yindi

Indigenous readers are warned this article may include images of, and content about, deceased persons. Authorised biographer and ABC News…

Vale Luca: The Geelong fashion brand inspired by iconic travel destinations around the world

Born from a love of fashion and travel, Vale Luca was founded earlier this year by Geelong born-and-bred hairdresser Erin…

Supporting the community’s fight against COVID through digital communications

Claire Walker wanted to make a difference. She wanted to make a meaningful impact within an organisation, so decided to…

Do you want to be heard? Here’s a step-by-step guide to podcasting in collaboration with Deakin University

“Where do I start?” you might be asking. We’ve done all the hard work and research for you, with insights…

Meet Stephanie, the Geelong-based digital creator hitting the ground running in an ever-evolving industry

For Stephanie Kline, there’s been nothing more valuable than gaining exposure to industry while studying a Bachelor of Communication (Digital…

‘The Unfiltered Hood Life’ captures Spanian’s authentic voice, to tell his powerful and unflinching story in his words

“By the time he was twelve, Spanian knew he would follow his family’s footsteps to become a career criminal. What…

Geelong Arts Centre launch must-see 2022 season filled with theatre, cabaret, dance, circus and music

After two incredibly topsy turvy years for the arts and entertainment industry, the Geelong Arts Centre is presenting a 2022…

Geelong Arts Centre to be transformed into Australia’s largest and most striking regional arts centre under $140M makeover

With a rising cafe and bar culture, the stunning waterfront and urban precinct, historic seaside villages and breathtaking natural beauty,…

Discover the best photographic art with these must-see exhibitions at the Ballarat International Foto Biennale

Ballarat, like all of Victoria’s regional cities, never fails to surprise with the depth and wonder of its artistic offerings….

Melbourne Fringe Focus: Taiwan explores subculture, tradition, hope and fear

When many Australians think of Taiwan, they think of…well…China. Yet for decades, Taiwan has been home to one of the…

Geelong’s newest online florist Flowerkind understands that it’s the gesture that counts

Nothing brightens a room up (or one’s mood) like a fresh bouquet. As a dining table centrepiece, on your dresser…

Platform Arts LAB 2022 need you to be their next resident artist

Applications are almost about to close for Platform LAB 2022. Platform Arts have created a wonderful safe space for creatives…

Emily Rastas FEEL/HEAL exhibition will truly transcend you to another realm

After a severe back injury left Emily Rastas bed and couch bound in 2018, she has established a firm understanding…

‘What We Miss’ will leave you feeling a new sense of vibrancy to the days that seem to have once been lost

The multi-disciplinary artist from Melbourne, Christopher Jewitt, is bringing voltaic saturations of colour to Geelong’s Boom Gallery. ‘What We Miss’…

Melbourne Fringe is coming to Geelong with an ever-adventurous program you can’t miss

Each year Melbourne Fringe Festival descends upon Victoria’s capital city with an ambitious and ground-breaking program full of weird, wonderful,…

 

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