Local Newspapers from Melbourne, Victorisa, Australia
Monday, November 16, 2026
World class circus artists and mainstage musical theatre stars are performing together in Oz: The Cirque Experience until November 1 at The Alex Theatre, St Kilda.Described as ‘an all-new theatrical experience’, this will be the well-known Oz story reinvented with stunts, killer songs and a modern twist – perfect for all ages.Musical theatre talent Elena…
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Rarely does an outstanding young talent such as Tomas Clifford emerge onto our stage. It was a delight to experience this fresh, multi-talented performer in his original musical-comedy cabaret Tomas Clifford Got Stood Up at the Melbourne Fringe Festival.He tells his story of the raw feelings of a child growing up as a young gay…
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And the award goes to … Margaret, who was nominated by Margaret and Margaret.Cranbourne’s Margaret Nummey won the most prestigious award at the 2025 Victorian Heart of Dovida awards after her nomination was supported by two of her longest-standing clients, Margaret Ellis and Margaret McPhan.For Margaret Nummey, the honour caps nearly five years of caring…
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Coming to Melbourne Fringe from October 1-5 after two successful Adelaide Fringe seasons and a run during Pride Fest at Qtopia Sydney, Confessions of a Boba Liberalist is an attempt to prove that Nita (Juanita Navas-Nguyen) is in fact not a Boba Liberal and an answer (or not) to the dreaded question “where are you…
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Murrindindi Shire Council has released its draft Urban Tree Strategy and is inviting feedback before the final version is adopted.“The long-term Strategy includes a 10-year action plan to guide how the Council will protect and grow the Shire’s urban forest to enhance canopy cover, biodiversity and community wellbeing in the face of climate and development…
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Mordialloc MLA Tim Richardson (pictured) says the Bear St level crossing boom gates are gone for good.“It is part of our plan to make Mordialloc level crossing free and the Frankston train line level crossing free by 2029,” Mr Richardson told State Parliament last week“Many said that this was not possible, yet we see an…
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The 75th anniversary of the Brighton Philatelic Society has received a mention in State Parliament by Brighton MLA James Newbury.“ On September 12, 1950, at the former dispensary committee rooms opposite North Brighton Station, the Brighton Philatelic Society was formed,” Mr Newbury said.“The minutes of the first meeting reveal that 20 pioneering souls were present….
Read More about BAYSIDE: 75th anniversary for Philatelic SocietyScouts in Kalkallo now have a purpose-built hall. Youth MNinister Natalie Suleyman (pictured officially opened the new hall at Gilgai Plains Primary School.The hall will act as a hub for local Scouts and Girl Guides, offering a safe and accessible space for meetings, leadership programs, social connection and outdoor activities.Located adjacent to the Recreation Reserve,…
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A search of a suspect commuter led to transit police uncovering more than 120,000 illegal cigarettes during a warrant at Upper Ferntree Gully.Protective Services Officers were patrolling the Belgrave line as part of vehicle theft operation when they came across a commuter allegedly carrying an open can of alcohol and smelling of cannabis.A search of…
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Ballarat Crime Investigation Unit detectives have released CCTV footage as they investigate two copper thefts from construction sites in Bonshaw.It is understood a male offender arrived at a housing development site on Cherry Flat Rd, with a box over his head, about 4.45am on Wednesday, August 13.Police were told he used a saw and bolt…
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