Local Newspapers from Melbourne, Victorisa, Australia
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Observer
Gilbert and Sullivan Opera Victoria presents a newly orchestrated, staged and choreographed version of Fledermaus from Robert Ray and Geoffrey Urquhart, for its opening season at the historic cottage and gardens of The Knowe, Sassafras, from February 15.Two hundred years after the birth of Johann Strauss Junior, this GSOV production of Fledermaus is a story…
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Observer
• Tickets have sold out for the VicRoads Heritage plate auction on Tuesday February 18. Some 500 tickets were claimed. The auction can be viewed online at heritageonly.com.au• Melbourne Opera presents Richard Wagner’s comedy Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg at 3pm on February 16 and 22, and 5pm on February 18 and 20. The performances will…
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Observer
Sisters in Crime present Crime Every Mountain at 8pm on Friday, February 28 at the Rising Sun Hotel, 2 Raglan St, South Melbourne.Women’s crime writing has risen to new heights. It’s left the dry, dusty plains behind and headed for the hills or rather the mountains – with thrilling and chilling consequences.Claire Sutherland (The Crag),…
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Observer
ShowsPEP Productions: The Toxic Avenger (musical) February 14 – 22 at the Doncaster Playhouse, 679 Doncaster Rd., Doncaster. Director/choreographer: Natasha Harvey; Co-Musical Directors: Daniel Kim and Kristie Thai; Ass’t. Choreographer: Xi Gui Griffi. Bookings:Geelong Repertory Theatre Company: Bondi Legal (by Tony Laumberg) Until February 22 at the Woodbin Theatre, 15 Coronation St., Geelong West. Director:…
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Observer
The National Institute of Dramatic Art is launching the $50,000 Jim Sharman Future Award. The Award is for a bold idea or project with the potential to transform the arts for generations to come.Open to artists and dreamers aged 16-30 from Australia and the Asia-Pacific region, this new triennial Award offers substantial funding alongside tailored…
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Police News
Homicide Squad detectives are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a man in St Kilda on Wednesday night (Feb. 5).Emergency services were called to reports of a house fire on Chapel St about 8.40pm.Responding firefighters located a critically injured man inside the property. He was treated but died at the scene.Exact circumstances surrounding the…
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Observer
Melbourne radio legend Philip Brady has hung up his radio microphone, at age 85.Brady recorded a farewell message to his listeners when co-host Simon Owens visited the veteran in his home suburb of Kew.“Well it has come to this, after 67 years in the business I am quitting and I am very sad to be…
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What's On
Frankston Council has partnered with Peninsula Leisure to deliver free Can Swim community programs this summer at leading aquatic facilities, PARC (Peninsula Aquatic Recreation Centre) and Pines Forest Aquatic Centre.Frankston City Councillor Emily Green welcomed this initiative saying that it would make vital swimming skills more accessible to families facing financial or social disadvantages.“Water safety…
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What's On
Cardinia Council is helping to organise Dementia-Friendly and Carer Gateway information sessions.This will assist ccarers of someone living with dementia, a chronic condition, or a diagnosed disease.The Council has partnered with Alfred Health Carers, Dementia Services Australia and Dementia Australia, to bring these sessions to the community.This series of sessions provides crucial and valuable information…
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What's On
The Casey Kids Carnival will be held from 12 Noon-5pm on Saturday, Marchj 15 at the Old Cheese Factory, 34 Homestead Rd, Berwick.The day offers free activities for families, including live performers and entertainers. There are rides, interactive games, face painters, art and crafts and live animals. The event is well suited for children aged…
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