Local Newspapers from Melbourne, Victorisa, Australia
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
How often do we have a new Cinema opening in Melbourne or Victoria for that matter? it has just happened; Eclipse Cinema at 32 Wellington St, Collingwood.Some 18 months in the making with refurbishing a vintage factory warehouse, the former home for decades of the Sherrin family football manufacturers, in fact up to 1982, over…
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The founders of a micro dairy that calls Fitzroy home are headed to Sydney next month to take part in the country’s biggest food event – Fine Food Australia.Saint David’s micro dairy is located in the heart of inner city Fitzroy, the inspiration of a fourth generation dairy farmer who wanted to bring the dairy…
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hArt will once again highlight the talents of both emerging and established artists across a range of mediums.The exhibition includes 3 prize categories for adult artists:• First Prize• Highly Commended• First Nations Artist AwardThe celebration begins with an invite-only opening night event on Friday(July 25) featuring a Welcome to Country by a Taungurung Elder.Public viewing…
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Nillumbik Council is seeking small bands of up to four members, duos and individual artists of all music genres and at all levels in their music career to apply to perform as part of Nillumbik Summer Sounds in February 2026.Nillumbik Summer Sounds is a season of live music held every Friday in February at Edendale…
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Murrindindi Film Society will screen Stanley Kubrick’s 1964 black satirical comedy ‘Dr Strangelove’ (or how I stopped worrying and learned to love the bomb) on Friday June 20 at the Yea Butter Factory,Doors open at 6.45 pm with the screening to commence at 7pm.Madetwo years after the Cuban missile crisis, the film takes aim at…
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Ross Wilson’s 50 Years of Hits Tour will now be heading to Eildon on Sunday, July 27, to perform live at the newest local venue, Pixies At The Billabong.It has been 60 years since his first local Melbourne hit single Louie Louie by his first band The Pink Finks. Wilson and his band The Peaceniks…
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Local organisations, businesses and community groups can now apply to become a stallholder at Nillumbik Council’s Community Bushfire Expo.Held on Sunday, October 5, at Hurstbridge Hub, the expo is a free, family-friendly event designed to help residents prepare for the bushfire season.The Shire-wide initiative brings together residents, emergency services, community groups, and local businesses to…
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Set against the backdrop of the Royal Exhibition Building, this four-day event (August 28-31) will transform into an art-lover’s paradise – showcasing a curated lineup of local galleries, a First Nations spotlight, interactive installations, and programming for all ages. Original artworks are priced between $100 and $10,000.Venue: Royal Exhibition Building, Nicholson St, CarltonTickets: https://affordableartfair.com/fairs/melbourne/
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Albert Park MLANina Taylor (pictured) has called on Colin Brooks, Minister for Creative Industries, to visit the Australian Tapestry Workshop to engage with local creatives, to showcase the creative works in her community.“Albert Park is home to a vibrant and diverse creative community, and the Australian Tapestry Workshop stands as a testament to the skill,…
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Reservoir Libraryis alive with colour, emotion, and community spirit until Friday (May 23) as it hosts a unique art exhibition showcasing works from participants of ADEC’s Artability Workshops.ADEC – Action on Disability Within Ethnic Communities – is a not-for-profit organisation that has long been a lifeline for individuals from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people…
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