WIN: We’re giving away tickets to see Newton Faulkner play in Geelong

‘Dream Catch Me’ captured a generation of hopefuls back in 2008, leading to the name Newton Faulkner becoming known. Since…

There’s a massive street art festival heading to Benalla

For three electrifying days this April, the streets of Benalla will pulse with colour, creativity and culture. From 17–19 April…

Why Northlane’s Australian Tour Is Not to Be Missed

For over a decade, Northlane have been synonymous with fearless evolution in Australian heavy music. Three-time ARIA winners and internationally…

It’s a loud month at the Barwon Club for live music

Just when you thought the calendar couldn’t get any more packed, Barwon Club has outdone themselves with the back to…

M. Ward Brings His Soulful Folk-Blues to Geelong for One Night Only

M. Ward’s music is a world unto itself — one where haunting vocals, intricate guitar work, and evocative storytelling collide…

Sleep Better, Live Better: Experience the Newentor 7-Zone Difference

In today’s fast-paced world, sleep is often the first thing we sacrifice. However, science consistently shows that the quality of…

Local industry change makers and regional arts makers are taking centre stage at galleries and museums this month

It’s almost as if regional Victorian galleries and museums are working in collaboration this month as their exhibitions tap into…

Shepparton Art Museum competition prize SAM Open 2025 in final days

Shepparton Art Museum’s annual open-call group exhibition for local creatives, SAM Open 2025 exhibition closes this weekend. The competition-based show…

Lano & Woodley to Gardening with Sex Toys: Inside Geelong Arts Centre’s naughty November performance program

As Geelong Art Centre gear up to unleash their highly-anticipated 2026 program, their bottom end of the year is a…

Cordovas are charging into Australia for this first time next month

The flavourful flagwavers of Americana, Cordovas are heading to Australia for the very first time this spring, bringing their electrifying…

WIN: We’re giving away 10 x Admit 4 Family in-season passes to see the vibrant storybook film, Sketch

When a young girl’s sketchbook falls into a strange pond, her drawings come to life—unpredictable, chaotic, and dangerously real. As the…

Beloved children’s author is doing a book signing in Geelong tomorrow

From toilets to treehouses, Andy Griffiths tapped into the chaotic children’s comedy schtick of bathroom humour. His novel The Day…

WIN: We’re giving away 2 x 12 month subscriptions to streaming service MUBI

MUBI, the global film distributor, streaming service and production company, announces the streaming release date of April, the latest feature…

Oxygen College is opening its doors to the next cohort of creatives

Are you considering your next career step? Perhaps you’re wrapping up your final year of high school and looking for…

Patti Smith meets Richard Gere: The Enninful x Mapplethorpe collision is curated to contrast.

New York City circa 1970 through to 1980 is a deeply romanticised period where art, music, and fashion were the…

Geelong Arts Centre tackles literary classics and shines with stars of the 70’s this month

There is no such thing as off-peak season in Geelong, as the arts precinct continues to have exciting activations across…

The must-see regional showcase titles at this month’s Melbourne International Film Festival

The film buff’s calendar favourite is returning to Victoria this month as Melbourne International Film Festival slides onto screens across…

Rufous Whistler

Violet Town has been immortalised in song thanks to Rufous Whistler’s new folk earworm

Turns out, Rufous Whistler has too. And they’ve turned that oddly romantic, deeply Aussie moment into their latest single. Fresh…

Indie darling Faye Webster returns down under for theatre shows this July

Atlanta’s genre-defying songstress Faye Webster is set to grace our shores once again, with two headline theatre shows announced for…

Tim’s Toastie empire expands with delicious Delacombe shopfront

From a fan-favourite farmer’s market stall to a permanent home, the new space (seating up to 10) serves up dine-in…

New Orleans Pelicans to make history with first NBA games in Australia

 The Pelicans will face off against Melbourne United and South East Melbourne Phoenix on October 3 and 5, marking the…

Live review: Bryan Adams brings the heat to Rod Laver Arena

This time Adams has brought his So Happy It Hurts Tour which kicked off in New Zealand last week, with…

Touchdown: NFL joins Melbourne’s holy trinity of sport

Melbourne has hit a major sporting milestone, securing NFL regular season games at the iconic MCG starting in 2026. The…

Family mourn passing of former Geelong Cats VFL captain Troy Selwood

“We are heart broken by the loss of our son, brother and father, Troy this morning. We will miss Troy…

 

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