4 June 2026
BIGSOUND is marking its 25th anniversary with a powerhouse first announcement, unveiling a new wave of international industry heavyweights alongside…
3 June 2026
Cindy Tong has been on our radar for a while. The ceramic artist and potter from Gippsland has developed a…
3 June 2026
From indie-rock favourites celebrating a milestone album to one of Australia’s hottest house music exports, Torquay Hotel is set for…
2 June 2026
ALWAYS LIVE has today revealed Shepparton as the next destination in its celebrated Victorian Vibes series, bringing free pop-up live…
1 June 2026
He has proven himself each occasion he has stepped into the Like A Version studio for triple j, taking on…
29 May 2026
Winter on the Bellarine has always carried a certain romance. Salt-heavy air curling off the bay. The skeletal beauty of…
28 May 2026
Queenscliff Music Festival, set against the windswept beauty of Wadawurrung Country in the historic Victorian seaside town of Queenscliff, has…
27 May 2026
The Gamilaraay artist will hit the road for the I Don’t Play That Song Anymore Tour, a run of special…
26 May 2026
Nothing says winter warmth quite like a wine by the wood fireplace and a hearty meal to complement it. Nicol’s…
22 May 2026
If festivals had a playbook, the National Celtic Folk Festival would have written it. A celebration of music, arts, lifestyle,…
21 May 2026
There’s a new kid on the block as High Ground hits Fitzroy’s vibrant venue scene. Announced today, High Ground is…
20 May 2026
There is a particular joy in a name that winks at you, inviting curiosity while giving a hint of the…
19 May 2026
RISING makes its highly anticipated return from 27 May—08 June 2026, spanning ballroom to tram, live music venue to street…
19 May 2026
Melbourne International Jazz Festival (MIJF) today offers a tantalising first glimpse of its 2026 program, setting the stage for ten…
18 May 2026
The Geelong Club, Geelong’s iconic social hub since 1859, has opened its doors once more and it is brimming with…
15 May 2026
After a whirlwind start to 2026, Spacey Jane have announced their long‑anticipated return to Australian stages with the Heading Back…
14 May 2026
Leah Senior, one of Australia’s most enchanting folk voices, has shared her second single, “Softly, Once Again”, from her forthcoming…
14 May 2026
For Tom and Nick Wolfe, country music isn’t just a genre—it’s a homegrown identity. The brothers, who first captured the…
13 May 2026
Prolific curators Astral People unveil a bold new twin-city festival, Move My Way, set to transform the first weekend of…
12 May 2026
As RISING draws near, Melbourne’s festival of contemporary art, music, dance and ideas unveils its final wave of programming, promising…
12 May 2026
This October, Australia’s metal faithful are in for a seismic collision of sound. GRAMMY Award-nominated titans LAMB OF GOD are…
11 May 2026
Jet sits right up the top of that list with their lighting speed impact the moment they started their engine….
8 May 2026
Analogue and wax culture are ingrained in Melbourne’s DNA. A recent research finding from the Victorian Music Development Office places…
7 May 2026
Nothing says I love you quite like gathering over great food and drinks. Not only do you get to warm…
7 May 2026
If regional Victoria knows one thing – it’s great produce. It’s evident in our award-winning hospitality scene, in the quality…
5 May 2026
Australia’s largest touring country festival returns this October, and it’s bringing a line-up that demands a road trip. Strummingbird 2026…
5 May 2026
This month, Barwon Heads Hotel turns up the volume on Australia’s rich rock heritage, celebrating the legends and anthems that…
4 May 2026
In the heart of Naarm/Melbourne’s ever-pulsing music scene, Mister Co. return with ‘Monsters’, a single that feels like sunlight caught…
1 May 2026
Strummingbird, Australia’s modern country festival, is back this October, bringing a mix of homegrown talent, international heavyweights, and a fresh…
30 April 2026
Okay – the pun was bad, but the gigs happening across this month in Victoria are definitely not. There’s Chris…
29 April 2026
Australian Women in Music have this morning announced that nominations for the 2026 Australian Women in Music Awards officially open…
28 April 2026
Australian trio DMA’S has today announced an East Coast headline tour to mark their upcoming fifth studio album – set…
27 April 2026
With just one month to go, tickets are now officially on sale for Facing Modernity: Degas to Picasso from Auckland…
24 April 2026
The London rock four-piece have showered the headlines, stamped festival lineups, climbed the charts, and repeated their top dog title…
23 April 2026
When it comes to defining our Australian music industry, a few characteristics come to light but none more than the…
22 April 2026
After a blazing kick-off in Ballarat last weekend, ALWAYS LIVE is turning up the volume once again—this time along the…
21 April 2026
Legendary Brisbane rockers Violent Soho are back. After a four-year hiatus, the band is returning to the stage for an…
20 April 2026
Jesse Valach’s return to music is a triumph of spirit and sound, a celebration of resilience set to the pulse…
17 April 2026
Geelong is set to glow this April as the Water Lantern Festival returns to Eastern Beach Reserve on Saturday, 18…
16 April 2026
Detroit’s most unpredictable export is heading back down under, with Danny Brown announcing a run of Australian dates this June…
14 April 2026
Melbourne is poised to come alive this winter as RISING, the city’s premier festival of music, art, and performance, unveils…
13 April 2026
Stars & Bars Heathcote returns to the Central Victorian town across the weekend of Friday 17 April and Saturday 18…
10 April 2026
As the chill starts to creep back in across Melbourne, the Royal Exhibition Building in Carlton will once again transform…
9 April 2026
This is where Macedon Ranges Autumn Festival finds its magic. Macedon Ranges Autumn Festival When: Until 30 April Where: Various…
8 April 2026
Free live music initiative ALWAYS LIVE is about to make a major comeback this autumn with the launch of Victorian…
7 April 2026
Barwon Club Hotel hits the nail on the head this month with their live music programming. They have it all…
7 April 2026
The Geelong Pride Film Festival (GPFF) returns from 30 April to 10 May 2026, promising an exhilarating program of LGBTIQ+…
2 April 2026
Following on from a huge month in March where they welcomed Ty Segall, The Rions, Playlunch and a Pub Choir…
1 April 2026
Who said festival season is a summer affair? These festivals are proving that April is an appealing time to gather…
31 March 2026
As the vocalist and rhythm guitarist of Shepparton-born, Melbourne-fostered Augie March, Richards and his band mates and childhood friends bass…
31 March 2026
While the festival fever feels like is has only just settled from the mammoth 2025 which say thousands gather on…
30 March 2026
Shepparton is a lively and dynamic regional hub, brimming with creativity, history, and natural beauty. Nestled in the heart of…
27 March 2026
The chills of midwinter are calling, as Dark Mofo 2026 unveils its adventurous and ambitious full program. For those in…
26 March 2026
Brisbane’s Fortitude Valley is set to ignite once again as the Southern Hemisphere’s largest music industry event, BIGSOUND, returns from…
24 March 2026
Now in its 16th year, this iconic gathering will return to its roots in the Macedon Ranges, held at the…
20 March 2026
Melbourne is poised to become the beating heart of the literary world this May as the Melbourne Writers Festival (MWF)…
19 March 2026
This winter, Geelong is set to become the epicentre of the art world as Geelong Gallery unveils what promises to…
18 March 2026
Labour Day showed that Geelong’s finest nightlife institution still has strong party power with their long weekend of drinks specials…
16 March 2026
The Gluten Free Lifestyle Show returns to Deakin University’s Waterfront Campus on Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 March, bringing with…
16 March 2026
Grammy-nominated, chart-topping pop sensation Alex Warren is returning to Australia and New Zealand this August and September for seven arena…
13 March 2026
Since signing with the newly minted Coup de Cloud Recordings late last year, Jordan Deneka, performing under the moniker Deneka,…
13 March 2026
From original stage shows to mega star tributes, award-winning productions and regional tours, Geelong Arts Centre taps into their music…
12 March 2026
At this point, beloved local winery, accommodation, and live music venue, Bellarine Estate know exactly how to pull in the…
11 March 2026
From 27 May to 8 June, the city becomes a stage, a canvas, a pulsating organism as RISING 2026 unfurls…
10 March 2026
For Kaylene Bryce, founder and design director of Geelong-based Belső Design Studio, this understanding sits at the core of her…
5 March 2026
Let’s be real – dietary requirements shouldn’t be a restriction. Whether it’s for medical reasons or a lifestyle decision, gut…
5 March 2026
Get ready for a soul-soaked afternoon on the Bellarine Peninsula as the highly anticipated 100 Acres Festival welcomes Melbourne’s own…
4 March 2026
From renowned multi-day music festivals, to the high-adrenaline adventure of the F1, and a major city celebration of the LGBTQIA+…
2 March 2026
A breakout track that is fast approaching its 20 year anniversary, the Surrey songwriter has now shred his dreads and…
27 February 2026
It’s a huge weekend of Geelong’s own BARAKA THE KID. The hip hop artist has today dropped his latest album IF…
26 February 2026
There is something quietly powerful about a fashion brand that arrives fully formed. One that knows who she is, what…
25 February 2026
One of the most vibrant, colourful, and culturally-fuelled events on Geelong’s calendar is back this weekend, ready to celebrate the…
24 February 2026
The beloved La Fiera Italian Festival is back to celebrate its 18th birthday in the picturesque town of Myrtleford, nestled…
19 February 2026
Americana On The Bellarine, returning for its fourth year on Saturday, 21 February 2026, promises an unforgettable evening of roots-based…
18 February 2026
Foo Fighters are set to return to Australia and New Zealand in late 2026 and early 2027 for their “Take…
17 February 2026
In a bold collaboration that promises to immerse Melbourne in the culture of music and sound, RISING and ACMI announce…
16 February 2026
The Stars & Bars Festival is returning to Heathcote with an electrifying two-day celebration, set for Friday, 17th and Saturday,…
13 February 2026
Geelong’s Longest Lunch will return in 2026, offering an afternoon where food, wine, and community converge at one of the…
12 February 2026
Whether it’s a first date, a new flame, your mainstay love, or a Galentines get together, there’s so much on…
11 February 2026
The Piccadilly Twilight Market returns to Geelong this Friday, just in time for your last-minute Valentine’s Day shopping, and the…
10 February 2026
On Sunday, 15 March, from 1 PM to 5 PM, the Breakwater Hotel’s Beer Garden will come alive with music,…
9 February 2026
But time and lived experience reshape everything. After years of silence and soul-searching, the band’s return isn’t nostalgia-fuelled, it’s necessary….
6 February 2026
Geelong’s favourite music haunt, Beav’s Bar, is hitting the high notes in a big way, becoming the proud recipient of…
5 February 2026
Wolf Alice fans rejoice! While UK’s biggest rockers are back in the country next week to play the sold-out Laneway…
4 February 2026
Sunlight filters through towering river red gums, casting dappled patterns across the grassy riverbank. Historic paddlesteamers glide lazily along the…
3 February 2026
Paul Kelly made a case for the small with his song ‘From Little Things Big Things Grow’ back in ‘91….
2 February 2026
February is still full of shine on the live music front. As festival season continues to kick on and the…
29 January 2026
Geelong has opened a significant new chapter in its cultural and industrial narrative with the launch of MADE IN GEELONG:…
28 January 2026
Unfolding arrives with the quiet power of a seismic shift—an exhibition that doesn’t just present works on paper but reframes…
27 January 2026
Beloved Brisbane trio Last Dinosaurs have announced a 10-year anniversary celebration for their seminal sophomore album Wellness, unveiling a national…
23 January 2026
Harry Styles is back and taking the world by storm, and for Australian fans, Melbourne and Sydney are about to…
21 January 2026
New York’s most notorious party export, The Dare, is set to ignite Melbourne and Sydney with his infamous freakquencies club…
20 January 2026
Australia’s largest major fashion event, Paypal Melbourne Fashion Festival returns for a fortnight of bold fashion curation and celebration. Hitting…
19 January 2026
Today, the beloved brotherly duo announced the launch of Lime Green Festival, a bold, climate-focused live music event that places…
16 January 2026
Every January, Geelong’s waterfront slips into festival mode. Sails stretch across the horizon, music drifts over the bay and the…
15 January 2026
Fed Square is cranking up the summer energy, unveiling its Open Air program and turning Melbourne’s favourite meeting place into…
13 January 2026
Melbourne’s favourite rock ’n’ roll block party is back. LuliePalooza returns to Victoria Park on Saturday 21 March 2026, bigger,…
12 January 2026
Welcome to Chefs Corner, where we take you behind-the-scenes into the kitchen of a renowned hospitality establishment in regional Victoria….
9 January 2026
There are few things that signal summer on the Surf Coast quite like a paddock full of sunflowers. For a…
8 January 2026
Not many artists stand in the kind of privilege Australian guitar virtuoso Diesel occupies — not the gold-plated, ego-soaked type,…
6 January 2026
With a new beer garden added to their incredible facilities, Torquay Hotel is the destination for the summer. There’s beer…
5 January 2026
There’s nothing more euphoric than kicking off your year at a music festival. Not only do you get to soak…
2 January 2026
Welcome to the wonder of Geelong Arts Centre’s SEASON 2026 — a program bursting with ideas, and powerful storytelling, Curated…
31 December 2025
There’s something otherworldly about standing in front of a photograph that feels alive — not metaphorically, but viscerally, like the…
30 December 2025
There’s something about summer on the Bellarine that invites you to slow down, look up and lean into joy. The…
29 December 2025
From a humble house party to taking in the fireworks at our iconic waterfront, or soaking up the euphoria of…
24 December 2025
If your idea of a food adventure involves rolling hills, seaside breezes and wine glasses catching the golden afternoon light,…
23 December 2025
There are many things Ballarat does well — gold rush history, spooky night tours, artisan crafting, cosy cold weather —…
22 December 2025
There are few Melbourne rituals as delicious as wandering into the NGV after dark. From December to April, NGV Friday…
19 December 2025
The 1970s marked a major pivot in the fashion world, one that would reframe the industry, redefine the standard of…
18 December 2025
If you thought festivals were only about bands and brews, Nightjar Festival Series is here to change your mind —…
17 December 2025
The Sydney four-piece have announced a huge 18-date regional Australian tour, taking their debut album Everything Every Single Day on…
16 December 2025
If you’ve spent any time lost in the glow of a dancefloor, chances are the pulse you were moving to…
12 December 2025
Palace Foreshore is leveling up its already mammoth 2026 season with the addition of three musical powerhouses: global icon Grace…
11 December 2025
Bellarine Estate is once again turning summer on its head with a jam-packed calendar of live music, tributes, legends and…
9 December 2025
As its enchanting name suggests, Port Fairy is an ethereal environment where creativity thrives. With a world famous music festival…
5 December 2025
Welcome to Chefs Corner, where we take you behind-the-scenes into the kitchen of a renowned hospitality establishment in regional Victoria….
3 December 2025
If there’s one thing the Surf Coast does well, it’s community – and nowhere embodies that spirit more than the…
2 December 2025
Decembers favourite festivals are back for another epic year. From heavyweight metal acts to ground-breaking hip hop artists, indie giants…
1 December 2025
2025 has been a huge year for live music across regional Victoria with our venues, arenas and theatres appealing to…
28 November 2025
As fifteen year olds they exploded onto the pop punk scene with a contagious spirit and unwavering commitment to the…
26 November 2025
Melbourne’s beloved Big Design Market is making its grand return to the Royal Exhibition Building this weekend, and it’s shaping…
25 November 2025
The place for perfume has always been Paris and Grasse in the French Riviera. Both are marked as the world…
24 November 2025
There’s something magic about a gig at Mt Duneed Estate. Maybe it’s the sprawling vineyard backdrop, maybe it’s the natural…
18 November 2025
One of Australia’s most beloved music pilgrimages is levelling up again. The Port Fairy Folk Festival has revealed its huge…
17 November 2025
If you can hear the distant rumble of engines already, you’re not imagining things — the Geelong Revival Motoring Festival…
14 November 2025
There was a gentle kinship of the crowds in the foyer of the heritage Palais Theatre in St Kilda last…
13 November 2025
As it approaches its 49th year as a culturally significant event in the south-west of Victoria, Port Fairy Folk Festival…
12 November 2025
The world’s most beloved band is set to release a brand-new Anthology collection this November, complete with restored classics, unheard…
12 November 2025
The Palace Foreshore 2026 program has landed — and it’s packing serious star power, spanning legendary hip hop, rising icons,…
7 November 2025
As Geelong Art Centre gear up to unleash their highly-anticipated 2026 program, their bottom end of the year is a…
6 November 2025
Taking cues from the European art palettes and expansive street installations, Sunnyside aims to bring bold, bright, and beaming immersive…
31 October 2025
If you’re from Bendigo, you’re well aware of Chris Duffy’s work. The artist behind creative studio Ha Ho Art brings…
30 October 2025
It’s a Kwiz show like no other, one that has won over Australian audiences continuously for two decades and in…
28 October 2025
Sand-side spots across Australia’s coastline will be lively with the cruisy and cool tunes from Ocean Alley. Under the SummerSalt…
22 October 2025
Bloom brings with it a bunch of events, showcases, and activities highlighting the exquisite landscape and historic township. As the…
20 October 2025
Adding to a mammoth run of free outdoor shows across the past twelve months, Fed Square has announced its next…
15 October 2025
Frontier Touring have announced the return of alt-rock staples Garbage to Australia and New Zealand this December. In addition to…
14 October 2025
Holistic health and healing are on the agenda this October, as inaugural event, The Festival of Wellness, wheels into Deakin…
13 October 2025
Murray River’s very own live music event, Riverboats Music Festival has today announced it’s mammoth lineup for 2026. Returning to…
9 October 2025
With an area of 7.69 million km, Australia is a big country with populous pockets littered across the grid. Which…
8 October 2025
Fares have been waived this summers as the Victorian government announce the roll out of free weekend public transport for…
7 October 2025
In an exciting local collaboration, Geelong City Market, as led by Kieran Blood and Simon Toohey of Barwon Events Pty…
6 October 2025
When heritage is heighten by sophisticated design and delicate details that highlight the architectural allure, you know that pride is…
3 October 2025
Geelong’s iconic waterfront is set to come alive as the City of Greater Geelong proudly hosts the UCI Gran Fondo…
1 October 2025
When you see the title of 2024 Geelong Comedian of the Year, Steven Bradshaw’s new standup show the phrase “you’ve…
30 September 2025
Live Nation have announced the return of US viral comic, Matt Rife. He brings his side-splitting show to New Zealand…
29 September 2025
As far as festival offerings go, Germany has it good. Hamburg-based Reeperbahn Festival draws the Aussie’s for a barbeque year…
25 September 2025
Whether its saying cheers with a cold one and singing ‘We Are Geelong’ at the siren or drowning the sorrows…
22 September 2025
There’s no waiting until tomorrow for this news – Frontier Touring have today announced Australia’s biggest industry name, Daniel Johns…
18 September 2025
St Jerome’s Laneway Festival lineup has landed and by god is she BIG! Queen of the Midwest, ‘Good Luck Babe’,…
16 September 2025
St Jerome’s Laneway Festival is leaning into their return in a big way, today announcing the venues and dates for…
11 September 2025
Earthless have settled back on Australian soil yet again, Victorian bound tomorrow after playing Sydney’s Crowbar this evening. Their hot…
5 September 2025
ROAM Geelong, Victoria’s most ambitious new cultural event, is ready to flip the switch on our creative heart, transforming streets,…
2 September 2025
From Welcome To The Madhouse to making waves on a global scale, Tones and I has become one of Australia’s biggest exports….
1 September 2025
Victoria’s largest annual folk music appreciation event, Port Fairy Folk Festival has just dropped a second wave of artists for…
26 August 2025
In the Locals Lounge we have Hassall. You may recognise Hassall from her signature red hat, or maybe from her…
25 August 2025
The Australian Prince of Darkness, Nick Cave with his band The Bad Seeds will be celebrating his 2024 album Wild…
21 August 2025
Beyond The Valley has dropped a massive lineup for their 2025/26, tenth birthday edition. Australia’s largest multi-day music festival, Beyond…
5 June 2026
Melbourne Record Club are heading down the M1 for a day of diving into crates for the best wax additions…
5 June 2026
Yorke has always had a knack for turning vulnerability into verve, and with her new single break up season, she…
4 June 2026
Phillip Island will come alive next summer as Ocean Sounds Festival returns for 2027, promising a day of music, sunshine…
4 June 2026
CORE Festival will make its long-awaited Australian debut on Saturday, 28 November 2026, bringing its globally recognised blend of electronic…
4 June 2026
Funky grooves find a new home in Wallington this month as Italian restaurant and bar, Mona Cicchetti introduce Live n’…
4 June 2026
In an unexpected shock to the vibrant Geelong hospitality scene, Mt Pleasant Road resident Bistrot Plume has announced its end….
4 June 2026
City of Yarra’s cherished winter music festival, Leaps and Bounds, returns in 2026 with a full ten-day programme, shining a…
3 June 2026
Her Majesty’s Theatre Ballarat is alive with performances this June, offering comedy, theatre, and music that span intimate storytelling to…
3 June 2026
The city that gave the world laneway dining and rooftop cinema is now embracing something quieter — and somehow louder….
3 June 2026
Winter sets the perfect stage for live music across regional Victoria this June, with pubs, theatres and community venues buzzing…
2 June 2026
This winter, Chadstone is stepping beyond the shopping bag and into the spotlight, unveiling Light to Night, a month-long festival…
2 June 2026
Today, Melbourne’s trams take on a new life, gliding through the city as moving works of art. The First Peoples…
2 June 2026
Wine, relish, and regional produce are all top of the list this month when it comes to major foodie festivals…
1 June 2026
In response to resounding interest and overwhelming industry demand, the 2026 Australian Women in Music Awards (AWMA) has extended its…
1 June 2026
I’m back in the saddle again. Well, perhaps not a saddle. That would require a certain level of poise, grace…
1 June 2026
Geelong’s winter calendar is set for a flavour-packed launch, with a brand-new Geelong City Night Market announced as the official…
1 June 2026
This morning Frontier Touring have announced a huge addition to their 2026 touring calendar with the return of UK ground-breakers,…
29 May 2026
Fyansford’s most picturesque winery, Provenance Wines winds back up with local favourite event Winter Fireside Session. Returning to their site…
29 May 2026
On Hitchcock Avenue, just a salty breeze from the Barwon Heads shoreline, Loco’s bursts onto the scene with colour, movement…
