A destination ride into spa country

More than 2,000 cycling enthusiasts are expected to visit the region for Ride Daylesford on 27 October.

Deakin celebrate design with Collab 18

This year Deakin University is presenting ‘Collab 18’, an exhibition that will see these third-year design students showcase their impressive final projects in a public environment.

Work Out with Audio-Technica

With summer around the corner, there’s already an influx of people getting back into the gym (whether that’s once or twice, or six times a week) and for most, working out without music would probably take away the enjoyment of the experience as a whole perhaps even make it rather boring.

The Geelong Races are almost here and so is the Sporting Globe Marquee

Get ready to partaay

We chat with comedian Alex Williamson

We get the deets on his process, the key to success and his call on the pie or pasty debate…

Undertow set to take the Nation by Storm

What better way to spend a 1.5 hours than being captivated by a Geelong based film, from a Geelong bred director in a Geelong theatre! Get that buttered popcorn ready!

Get Summer-Ready with Off Ya Tree

They’re also celebrating their 40th Anniversary this year and with that, they’re having a $5 piercing sale for 40 days!

Humans in Geelong are hosting an expo this Sunday

Hosted by the Humans in Geelong – a team of volunteers telling the positive stories of our region – this is a free community event showcasing Geelong’s amazing locals.

Party Like A Parisian this October

It’ll be a party created by foodies, for foodies, and all proceeds will be used to fund OnePlate’s sustainable food projects that support street children in Africa and Asia.

Michael Jackson: The Legacy Tour

Legacy is the world’s greatest tribute to the world’s greatest entertainer, Michael Jackson, and Hall is the star, travelling the World with this incredible show along with his live band and dancers, giving every audience member an experience that comes as close as ever to seeing the King himself.

Jim Jefferies is touring Australia

Start preparing to laugh until you cry, and subsequently hate yourself for laughing.

What's On at Courthouse Youth Arts

This Spring, the flowers won’t be the only thing blooming at Courthouse Youth Arts!

October at The Potato Shed

October is the busiest month we have had over the past 17 years.

Acute Misfortune is screening as part of the MIFF Travelling Showcase

Winner of The Age Critics’ Award for best Australian feature film and garnering five start reviews, Top of the Lake actor Thomas M. Wright makes his directorial feature debut weaving a striking tale of the bright young wunderkind writer and the brilliant yet deeply troubled artist.

Breaky for Boobies Fundraiser is back

The first leg of the 2018 fundraiser begins with the online Instagram auction, set for Sunday 14th October.

More music, art and activities at 2 Worlds Festival

The 2 Worlds Festival is proud to announce the addition of both Chris Tamwoy and Finnigan August.

Friendlyjordies A Life: MT preview

In October this year, Jordan is at it again but this time Malcolm Turnbull is in his sights as he performs his satirical aristocratic rendition of the former Prime Minister in his new show – A Life: MT.

Bellington Estate are launching their Spring range at Bottles & Barrels

Just in time for racing season.

Concerts, Comedy, Cabaret & Carnival Dreams

Nestled in the heart of Melbourne’s iconic amusement park, The Famous Spiegeltent will deliver magic, music, thrills and spills to audiences inside its vintage opulent setting.

A taste of what’s coming to Oz Kink Fest 2018

Strap yourself in and prepare for the ride; Oz Kink Fest is back once again bringing fetish enthusiasts, experts and retailers together for the kinkiest 10 days Melbourne has seen!

Birregurra Festival and Art Show returns this October

With high quality musicians from the area and further afield, delectable food and wine from the Otways region and a smorgasbord market of arts, crafts and local products over the weekend, this festival has celebrating community life at the heart of it and is looking to be the best one yet.

Ballarat’s Biennale of Australian Art Festival returns

With 150 artists from across Australia and 65 curated solo exhibitions at 14 heritage venues, BOAA is the six week event that will be a remarkable destination showcase of visual arts, live music, and the region’s food and wine.

Matthew Flinders Girls Secondary College enters world-first virtual reality music project

Matthew Flinders is currently aiming to gain some VR music equipment for their school but more importantly the community.

Nocturnal explores power with Ngaiire, Electric Fields & Black Tree

Nocturnal has forged a mighty party-promising line-up for its October edition, featuring live performances by Electric Fields, Ngaiire, and Black Tree, plus DJ Christopher Port and a series of presentations and talks themed around power in all its forms.

 

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