Win tickets to see the smart but edgy romantic comedy LONG SHOT, in cinemas May 2

Watch the unmistakable chemistry between Charlize Theron and Seth Rogen in LONG SHOT as the unlikely but not
impossible pair reconnects in this romantic comedy.

There’s a Star Wars neon run coming to Melbourne

In true ‘May the Fourth’ style, participants are encouraged to dress up as their favourite Star Wars characters.

Immigration Museum explores tattoo and identity

What stories do our bodies tell?

Treat your mum this Mother’s Day

Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and here at Forte, we want to make sure your mum has the best day ever.

In conversation with Miranda Tapsell and Gwilym Lee

Miranda Tapsell is excited about what she’s managed to achieve with Top End Wedding. “I’m really glad we got to show a more in-depth view of what the Territory is, it’s more than just 4X, mosquitos, and bing tang singlets.”

The Wizard’s Annual Book Fair returns

Make your way to Messengers Hall in Soldiers Hill to experience thousands of cherished books, comics, mags, and records.

Australian comedy legend Steve Hughes talks music, comedy, mental health and a new show

Strap in…

Denis Hilton and Limbo are coming to heat up cold winter nights in Geelong

Internationally recognised arts event company, Strut & Fret has announced the inaugural season of Spiegeltent Geelong presenting a world-class line up of cabaret, comedy and music at Johnstone Park from 30 May – 23 June 2019.

AFL returns to Ballarat for 2019

Cue the red, white and blue, the doggies are coming.

Clunes Booktown Festival is featuring an exciting new Australian voice you need to know about

The New Zealand born author had publishers fighting for the rights to his debut novel, psychological thriller Call Me Evie, which has been described as a ‘razor sharp, claustrophobic and unputdownable’ literary thriller.

Heighten your senses at Geelong After Dark

They say the best of life happens when the sun goes down, and with Geelong after Dark returning for another night of mystery, mirth, and madness this May, we couldn’t agree more.

All aboard, this is the train we’ve been dreaming of

Stepping back in time to an era of first-class steam travel, Ales on Rails is the ultimate beer, food and steam train experience.

Roll up! Roll Up!

Silvers is a name synonymous with Circus’ and it was with excitement that my 4-year-old, Zoe (and Mum, Dad and Bubs) journeyed to Waurn Ponds to got to the Big Top.

Calling all emerging artists, it’s time to enter the Brackets Art Prize

CHYA are thrilled to announce that they’ve teamed up with Analogue Academy and Creative Geelong to bring you the inaugural Brackets Art Prize.

Shakespeare’s Hamlet turned on its head

A brave and exciting retelling of Shakespeare’s Hamlet from a female perspective, Enter Ophelia, comes to Geelong Performing Arts Centre for two performances from May 8-9.

There’s a month-long festival coming to Queenscliff this winter

So far we can expect performances by Archie Roach, Clare Bowditch and Dan Sultan, whisky and gin masterclasses, Winter Solstice Fire Sculptures and many more experiences.

Scent Lab introduce Autism Friendly Quiet Hour

The store will have dimmed lights and no music, although the store will be closed, access will still be granted to anyone respectful of the experience.

Voice For Change unveils empowering new exhibition

Voice for Change is open until Sunday May 19 at Immigration Museum.

Record Store Day’s strongest lineup of Aussie releases yet

Aussie music lovers will be treated to exclusive releases from the likes of music legends including Midnight Oil, Bob Evans, Johnny Diesel & The Injectors, and more.

Australian Music Vault opens new hip hop display

Melbourne’s Australian Music Vault has teamed up with several prominent industry figures to launch a new display celebrating the past, present and future of Australian hip hop.

Game of Thrones whiskey is here

Just in time for the last season…

This Hot Mess talks giving blood

This month I put my big girl pants on, faced my fear and did something I have been putting off for pretty much 10 years.

Geelong After Dark returns

One of the highlights of the year for Geelong is the multi-disciplinary celebration of art, music and everything the CBD has to offer with the event Geelong After Dark.

The Boho Suitcase

Calling lovers of all things crafty, do we have a treat for you!

 

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