Australia’s launch pad for innovation and technology that is changing the world is back

The annual Tech and Gadget Expo in Melbourne is Australia’s largest technology expo, providing a launch pad for innovation and technology that is changing the world.

Neel Kolhatkar is set to share the love with regional Australia on his upcoming tour

There are few things in life that are better than a belly-achingly good laugh. So, if you don’t yet know the name Neel Kolhatkar, make sure to list it at the top of your things to do because he guarantees just that.

Bendigo Writers Festival 2017

The 2017 Bendigo Writers Festival is almost here, from August 11 – 13 a myriad of talented writers and performers will descend on the city. The weekend has a lot to offer.

The Bearded Bros x SureFit Personal Training is the Geelong collaboration we’re loving

Bearded Bros are getting a new HQ, and Surefit Personal Training are launching their second location in a partnership that caters to the many fitness-conscious patrons.

Ballarat International Foto Biennale 2017

For the photographers, photography enthusiasts and arts lovers

KYMBA is Geelong’s magical forest wonderland

KYMBA is Geelong’s answer to unique shopping, with a wide range of gifts, essential oils and products for body, skin and hair. As Geelong’s Healing Hub, the store offers alternative resources to explore your spiritual side and get back to basics with a range of healing therapies, treatments and workshops for overall well-being.

Mrs Brown Boy’s Australian Tour

Starring Brendan O’Carroll and Mrs. Brown’s Boys, this one is not to be missed.

Forté talk Sleep Dentistry

Dr Wilfred Koon, principle dentist at The Point Dental, located in Point Cook, Melbourne has developed his practice to help Australians who suffer from dental phobia. We had a chat with Dr Koon about the very real fear for Aussies today and sleep dentistry.

Geelong local labels collaborate in launching winter range with pop up store

Cactus Clothing Co. and Enough Co. will be holding a temporary pop up store in Geelong to showcase their winter releases and largest collection to date.

Hello, Goodbye & Happy Birthday

Have you ever wondered how it feels to be at the very start or the very end of life’s journey? Hello, Goodbye & Happy Birthday is a production that celebrates two milestone birthdays – eighteen and eighty – major transition points of adult life. One represents untold potential; the other, the accumulation of a lifetime of experiences.

A trip to The Lip Lab promises a gorgeous experience

To me, there are few things greater than a bangin’ lipstick colour. Opening in March earlier this year, ladies of Geelong welcomed an innovative new beauty concept that has changed the way you buy lipstick and find that perfect colour – completely designing it yourself.

The ANZ Geelong Small Business Expo 2017

Geelong has a lot to offer in the way of small businesses, with creative, innovative and motivated minds aplenty. After their debut appearance in 2016, the Geelong Small Business Expo is back next month to celebrate that fact; bigger and better than before.

Minnie and Liraz: The oddball romantic comedy with a dark edge

Coming to Geelong Performing Arts Centre later this month is the hilarious, yet riotous ‘Minnie and Liraz’, a play about loss, playing with hearts and most importantly, winning!

Create a Creative Future with SpotJobs Melbourne Career Expo

The 2017 Melbourne Career Expo, proudly sponsored by SpotJobs, is back for its 16th year; bringing you expert advice to help you with your current career transition.

Ms Bartronica: More than just a games bar

Things are always on the move at Geelong Arcade Hotspot Ms Bartronica, and the recent addition of the monster two player shooting fest Time Crisis 2 has proven a real hit with the punters. When you add well-priced cocktails, beers and mixers to the equation, things are looking really good. Add game console booths, pinball machines and a great selection of arcade games from yesteryear to this and a great night out is ensured! But did you know they have regular Wednesday Trivia Nights? Or GoldenEye tournaments?

The Geelong store formerly known as Peach Boutique renames and rebrands: Enter hutch.

The beloved Geelong store formerly known as Peach Boutique has recently renamed and rebranded, now identified as hutch. Sisters Jenna and Em Hutchison, the names behind the store, decided that the time had come to make the exciting change.

The Glitter Project Collective: The inspirational women’s speaker event heading to Geelong

The Glitter Project Collective is Geelong’s newest inspirational one day event for women, featuring a day’s worth of keynote speaker sessions, entertainment, workshops and stalls showcasing local businesses and creatives – giving you all kinds of inspiration.

Life Drawing Geelong is back from an unexpectedly long hiatus

After finishing up classes last year, Life Drawing Geelong is back and with no skill or talent required to take part, it’s the perfect place to let your inner artist shine. We chat to Jane about what life drawing is really about.

Still life painting; Adam Pyett’s solo survey exhibition

When we think of still life painting, one might be inclined to think of hyper realistic paintings of fruit on purple tablecloths.

Real Music Vinyl & CDs: the astronomical rise of vinyl

The owner of Little Malop street’s Real Music Vinyl & CDs Matt Penney grew up in a world where if you wanted to listen to music, you bought a record or cassette. When CDs came to the forefront of the public consciousness, Penney steered clear.

John Safran is set to make an appearance at this year’s Bendigo Writers Festival

This August Safran returns to one of the key scenes in his book ‘Depends What You Mean by Extremist’, where the two sides of Australia’s extremism collided in Bendigo. He joins the likes of Clementine Ford, John Marsden, Maxine Beneba Clarke and more at the Bendigo Writers Festival.

Bendigo Writers Festival

The Bendigo Writers Festival is fast approaching and whether you are a budding writer, professional or freelance, or just someone who loves to put pen to paper, the Bendigo Writers Festival is sure to strike some form of interest for you.

Rob Mills: Australia’s golden boy of theatre

Rob Mills has lived what seems like a plethora of lives for a 34-year-old.

Eileen Sims: changing food perspectives

After years of perfecting her raw, plant-based diet (including a stint learning from renowned chef, Matthew Kenney) Raw Ambition’s Eileen Sims brought it to the people of Geelong in the form of a cooking school in 2012. Now several years later, she’s just launched an online store for the treats and is set to appear at the first ever The Glitter Project Collective where she’ll be talking about raw, plant-based eating and sharing some recipes.

 

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