The ultimate outdoor cinema is back at the ‘G this summer

Sit back and enjoy some top-notch movies on the hallowed grounds of the MCG with the return of Cinema at the ‘G.

Grapest is the marathon where you drink while you walk/run

Combining the loves of running with drinking wine, Grapest is the first event of its kind to come to regional Victoria.

Help Bendigo Blues and Roots Festival run for another year

The Bendigo Blues and Roots Festival has set up a GoFundMe page ahead of their annual fundraiser

Melbourne just gained a drive-in rooftop cinema for summer

Morphing a meteoric screen-space with first-release movie showings and a panoramic view of Melbourne from above – a cinematic experience has never been so romantic.

A rooftop PIMMs pool party is happening in Melbourne this month

Want to go for a swim in style? The Adelphi Hotel is bringing back their classy weekend pop-up pool sessions.

Little Creatures is hosting an outdoor cinema this summer with some Aussie classics

Kicking off on Wednesday January 25 with Crackerjack.

GPAC’s 2017 Deakin University Theatre Season

Geelong Performing Arts Centre (GPAC) has unveiled it’s 2017 Deakin University Season, featuring a range of nine local and international works from a variety of major companies and small and medium independent producers, also featuring some of Australia’s most loved performers.

Arts experiences to broaden your mind in 2017

While everyone’s making New Year’s resolutions, here are a few ideas and places for you to actually see them through.

Frank & Dolly’s are donating 50% of clothing sales to Syria until Christmas

“In our little store, on the otherwise of the world, we have no choice but to act, we can not ignore this devastating situation.”

Shimmerlands just revealed a stack of free outdoor shows

After revealing their first-class cinema lineup, Shimmerlands have dropped a stack of free outdoor shows that are shaping up to be a summer stunner.

Animal lover and all-round legend, Dr Jane Goodall, is coming to Melbourne

Conservation icon and primatologist Dr Jane Goodall will come to Melbourne for a one-off lecture and conversation.

Local jewellers Ernest and Joe open shop front

Christmas has come early with local online jewellery store, Ernest and Joe, opening a studio space in Geelong.

Bill Bailey ‘Larks in Transit’

The excitement in the air was obvious as we walked into the packed foyer of Costa Hall, or as newly christened by the man of the hour, ‘the Woolshed of Dreams’. Bill Bailey, the much loved stand-up comedian and star of television programs including Black Books and Never Mind the Buzzcocks, was here, in little ol’ Geelong, for his Larks in Transit tour. Known for his quick wit, hilarious story-telling and incredible musical ability, Bailey had the crowd in stitches from start to end.

Geelong by Nature: Photography Exhibition

From January 14th to May 14th, the National Wool Museum in Geelong will play host to the gallery featured during the Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition.

Ballarat Christmas Street Party

It’s one big party in one of Ballarat’s streets and is one not to be missed. With all day music leading up to headline acts The Pierce Brothers.

5,000 people attended the Geelong opening of Mecca Maxima on Friday

From about 6am in the morning, locals were already gathering at the doors to Geelong’s newest beauty store.

Californian street artist, MR.DVICE, painted a wall at Bird Rock in Jan Juc

Bird Rock is quickly becoming a hub for street art in the region.

Queen Victoria Market opens late-night for Christmas market for first time in 138-year history

It’s expected the market will have 250,000 visitors over the festive season

Adnate just completed a massive silo artwork in regional Vic

As part of a massive project called the Silo Art Trail

Nightjar festival returns to Torquay and Geelong in 2017

Every Thursday in January from 4pm till 10pm enjoy the warm summer nights at the Torquay Nightjar Market.

A little bit of vintage comes to Geelong

In 2010 when the world of Facebook was still unfamiliar territory, Katie Perkins and Jai Spence took what started as a market stall and turned it into a thriving online business – all by posting a couple of vintage items on their page.

Time is running out to get a picture of your dog with Santa

Photos with Santa aren’t just for humans, and chances are your furry friends will be much more appreciative of a special pic.

Strap yourself in, Eric Andre is hosting ‘Rage’

Well, this should be suitably bonkers. Shock comedy king Eric Andre is taking over Rage.

Ms Bartronica are throwing a Star Wars party and you’re invited

In celebration of the new release Rogue One, Ms Bartronica thought they’d throw a little costume party.

 

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