The Victorian Arts scene is not slowing down for winter. Here is our guide to the best exhibitions and event to head to this month

From ceramics to furniture, arts trails to renaissance, the arts scene is bursting this month with so many exciting exhibitions…

Platform Arts open call gallery event After Walter Hopps makes a return

When Platform Arts opened their gallery to artists of all ages and disciplines in 2022 the result was nothing short…

The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute Collection will be unlocked for special Rare Book Week event

As part of Melbourne’s annual Rare Book Week, The Ballaarat Mechanic’s Institute will be unlocking their collection for the public…

Geelong Arts Centre’s Must-See Show of Love & Inclusivity: Fourteen

The year is 1999. The same year that June was first officially recognised as Pride Month, a 14-year-old Shannon Molloy…

Glide and Glow in Bendigo this winter school holidays

Each year Bendigo embraces the winter freeze and this school holiday’s is no different. From this Friday 28 June to…

Shock closure as Regent Cinemas Ballarat closes historic doors, effective immediately

Sad news today for Ballarat as the historic Regent Cinemas Ballarat closes doors, effective immediately. This morning the website, which…

Apollo Bay’s WORDfest returns this July with a library’s-worth of events

Published in 1939, Finnegans Wake was Irish writer James Joyce’s final work. It was written over a period of seventeen…

McLeods Daughters Michala Banas to unlock acting secrets with Geelong Waterfront Film

A meet-up hosted by Geelong Waterfront Film, Unlocking The Secrets: What We Wish We Knew invites in special guests each…

A new window gallery has opened this week in Geelong

This week, the City of Greater Geelong Arts and Culture Department unveiled the new Yarra Street Window Gallery, bringing the…

Geelong Arts Centre appoints new CEO and Creative Director

With an impressive background as an arts leader, general manager and producer, Rhys Holden takes on the leadership titles of…

The National Wool Museum covers Anatomy Lessons

In a similar fashion, the newest exhibition from Geelong’s dedicated texture and fibre gallery, the National Wool Museum will be…

Award-winning UK standup Sarah Millican adds even more shows to Australian tour

Known for her relatable humour and engaging performances, Sarah’s new show promises to explore her journey from a shy child…

Prolific musical comedian Tim Minchin announces ‘A Conversation With’ Australian tour

In celebration of his first non-fiction book, published by Penguin Random House, Tim Minchin will be heading on tour for…

Ready to launch: Geelong Arts Centre new Creative Engine program launches showcases

Taking place in their stunning Open House Theatre of the Geelong Arts Centre, the Launchpad showcase will include three performance…

Regional Runways Inc. presents Tamaduni & Arts Fest. Geelong

Tamaduni & Arts Fest. Geelong is an exhibition from the team at Regional Runways, a community association who are spotlighting…

A guide to Bendigo Writers Festival

I don’t know what a Hobo Humpin’ Slobo Babe is. The band who wrote the 1993 song, ‘Whale’, would say:…

Melbourne Museum now has a 12-metre long, 66-million year old T. Rex

Minister for Creative Industries Colin Brooks today joined Museums Victoria CEO Lynley Crosswell and expert palaeontologists at Melbourne Museum for…

Journey on Wadawurrung Country is the new immersive exhibition now showing at Torquay’s Grant Pavilion

Wadawurrung Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation have teamed up with photographer Ferne Millen and sound artist Vicki Hallett to tell the…

Award-winning UK standup Sarah Millican is touring in March

Known for her relatable humour and engaging performances, Sarah’s new show promises to explore her journey from a shy child…

A blooming career: Bridie Conway has flourished with The Gordon

Every year, the Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show (MIFGS) draws horticulture enthusiasts, florists, and garden aficionados from around the…

White Night Ballarat is beaming with inspired illuminations

White Night returns to the Central Highlands of Victoria, transforming the streets and venues of Ballarat’s historic town centre through…

The best festivals and event in regional Victoria this June

With the end of the financial year approaching and the tax man waiting in the wings, let’s strap in for…

Jim Jefferies

Jim Jefferies adds Geelong show to Give ‘Em What They Want Tour

Rock star comedian, TV show host, podcaster and writer Jim Jefferies, is bringing his Give ‘Em What They Want Tour…

Grapes of Mirth brings Merrick Watts to Mt Duneed

Comedian, radio presenter, television presenter and wine aficionado, funny man Merrick Watts joins Grapes Of Mirth for his hilarious show An…

 

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