An immersive theatrical experience is taking over part of Geelong’s old Eureka Hotel this summer 

A multi-sensory, immersive experience right in the heart of Geelong. Intrigued? So are we. After more than two years in…

Step into Van Gogh’s Starry Night with THE LUME experience in Melbourne

Transcend time and space as you accompany the Dutch master on an immersive, multi-sensory tour of the Netherlands, Paris, Arles,…

Direct from Graceland: regional Victoria to host exclusive Elvis Presley exhibition in 2022

In an Australian exclusive and huge win for regional Victoria, Bendigo will celebrate the life and legacy of the “King…

Ladyhawke announced for ChillOut, Australia’s largest and longest-running regional LGBTQI+ festival

Following last year’s slightly reimagined event, ChillOut Festival has announced its dates for 2022, celebrating its 25th year and bringing…

Comedy queen Celeste Barber is coming to Geelong in 2022

After spending most of this year stuck at home, Australia’s Queen of Comedy Celeste Barber is ready to hit the…

The Humans In Geelong expo confirmed to go-ahead in December showcasing Geelong’s amazing locals

The event aims to inspire, connect and strengthen the Geelong community. Visitors can expect guest speakers, exhibitors, live music and plenty of fun for the kids.

Winona Forever Tattoo is the Ocean Grove studio helping people to reclaim their bodies

Winona Forever Tattoo studio, based in Ocean Grove aims to be a safe and inclusive spot for people to come…

Geelong Arts Centre announces inspiring female-led First Nations Cultural Conversations event, ‘Ba-gurrk Murrup (Women’s Spirit, Past, Present and Future)’

What does it mean to be a successful First Nations woman in the 21st century? How does one interpret identity…

Expressions of interest are open now for International Women’s day street art commissions

Artists from all backgrounds including those a part of the LGBTQIA+ community, artists with a disability, First Nations artists and…

Elevate your bathing ritual with Lather Lust, Geelong’s new line of luxe, eco-friendly handmade soap bars

When you imagine luxury, your mind may not immediately turn to the bathroom. But that’s exactly where Highton resident Scott…

The Bellarine is getting a new multimillion-dollar library, complete with a living habitat on the roof 

The good people of the Bellarine will soon be able to enjoy a modern and accessible library in Drysdale, with…

Geelong’s iconic National Wool Museum takes out gold in the Victorian Museums and Galleries Awards

This week, the Victorian Museums and Galleries Awards celebrated the people and cultural institutions that have been powering the state’s…

GABS Can Design Awards return for 2021, shining light on designers within the craft beer industry

You love the taste of your favourite craft beers and we’re all in awe of the skills of the talented…

Castlemaine’s iconic Theatre Royal has launched an on-demand movie service, ‘Royalflix and Chill’ 

Binged your way through everything on Netflix? The Theatre Royal Castlemaine has you cinephiles sorted with its brand new video-on-demand service, Royalflix…

A giant, incredibly stunning pink pond is coming to the city for summer

Pond[er] is a striking new installation opening in inner-city Melbourne, evocative of the natural phenomenon that is Australia’s idyllic pink in-land…

In ‘Frequency’, artist Brett Ashby paints portraits at Pentridge Prison – all while riding a skateboard

You may be acquainted with the Man with a Van business that involves furniture removal but that title has a…

UK comedy legend Bill Bailey postpones shows in Melbourne, Geelong, Ballarat and Bendigo until 2022

Thanks to the ongoing COVID-19 restrictions and uncertainty across Australia, UK comedy icon Bill Bailey will now be returning down…

A life-size Max Gawn mural has popped-up on the Bellarine with proceeds going to FightMND

With Footy Finals fever in full swing, die-hard Melbourne Demons fan and artist Lucy Simms has paid tribute to Captain…

A Torquay seascape photographer has claimed the special prize at The Vienna International Photo Awards

The last few years have seen Tal hone in on photographing the ocean, taking breathtakingly beautiful photos from within powerful waves.

Public voting is open for the 2022 Geelong Calendar, showcasing our stunning region and talented local photographers

Replacing those cute kittens and motivational messages with stunning landscapes and natural beauties from the towns, cities and countries we…

Inspiring Geelong creative Justine Martin defies the odds, earning recognition in empowering AusMumpreneur awards

Thriving in the face of adversity and challenging stereotypes along the way, this Geelong mum of two and grandmother of…

Speed dating painting has landed in Geelong, giving singles a new way of meeting people

Art is a great conversation starter, and speed dating is always a unique way to meet and mingle with new…

A spectacular sculpture has popped up on Geelong’s Waterfront celebrating disability, creativity and culture in the community

A striking large-scale text-based public sculpture has found itself a home on Geelong’s Waterfront, celebrating members of the Greater Geelong…

Filmed at Avalon Airport, ‘Grounded’ is the terrifyingly short horror film that will have you on the edge of your seat

The best short films have a few key things in common: concise storytelling, great performances, an original concept, and stunning…

 

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