Aussie bush and wide open spaces Immerse yourself in nature, just 15km from Melbourne CBD. Set aside an afternoon (or entire day!) to uncover the wonders of this historic parkland. With the picturesque Maribyrnong River at its core, Brimbank Park is situated on the “brim of the bank” of the river. From the keenest outdoor […]
Do you love Australian animals? Do you love cuddling soft, fluffy baby animals? Let’s assume the answer is a big resounding YES. Head to the Dingo Discovery and Research Centre in Toolern Vale. With new litters of puppies born in winter each year, the sanctuaries Open Days are a great opportunity for the passionate volunteers
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Kids explore, from the Ground Up A popular and recognised process for early childhood is “learn through play” and this concept builds the foundation for the new experience available at Scienceworks. Ground Up is about building big ideas, together, for babies to 5 year-olds. It’s engaging and preparing a new generation for a future more
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A new way for teens to explore Scienceworks When did science get boring? At some stage, in high school, kids seem to lose a little interest in the push button displays, listening to facts and seeing artefacts at museums. And now, having grown up in a tech-obsessed-world full of home devices, it’s no wonder our
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Italian wine produced right here in East Keilor. In the heart of suburbia you may be shocked to find yourself in a vast paddock of well-kept vineyards. That’s right, a wine producing vineyard in East Keilor. And the surprises don’t stop there. Italian couple Lina and Tony, along with their son the wine-maker Angelo, not
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The lights go off. We’re huddled in a small room at the bottom of a tall tower, looking eagerly up into the dark void above us. We’ve heard tales of past residents, local stories of sailors and not to mention the forgotten burial ground surrounding us. True stories kept alive through history. Now, our guide
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A modern performing arts and community centre in St Albans is paying homage to one of the area’s most famous alumni. The 200-seat Bowery Theatre was named after Leigh Bowery, arguably one of the most influential designers of the 20th century. Born in Sunshine in 1961, Bowery was a provocative performance artist whose work influenced
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Melbourne has many beachside suburbs, but Williamstown’s relationship to the sea is deeper than the water that laps at its beaches and piers. From street names to historic buildings, Williamstown’s identity has been forged by the maritime industries critical to its development since the middle of the 19th century. Bustling Nelson Place has long been
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Internationally renowned artist John Kelly spent much of his life wondering when he would get out of Sunshine. Now, his super-sized sculpture Man Lifting Cow – cast in a Sunshine foundry, no less – has created a permanent link between his family and the suburb. Kelly’s work has been exhibited from Paris to Sydney, as
Nestled between homes and a recycling depot in Moonee Ponds is an art gallery with a difference. Its name offers a clue to its special place in Melbourne’s industrial history. The Incinerator Gallery in Holmes Road is just a short walk from the Maribyrnong River. Cafes, parks and playgrounds now line the water’s edge, but a
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