Get ready to relive the laughs and nostalgia of the iconic comedy movie American Pie at The Astor Theatre in Melbourne with a special screening to celebrate its 25th anniversary. On Friday 7 February 2025 the Astor will host a screening with a live Q&A session featuring one of the film’s stars, Thomas Ian Nicholas, who played Kevin Myers. Released in 1999, American Pie quickly became a cultural phenomenon. Directed by Paul Weitz and written by Adam Herz, the film follows a group of high school friends who make a pact to lose their virginity before graduation. The main characters,…
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Families are in for a fun-filled start to the Australian Open 2025, with 5000 free Hot Shots racquets set to be handed out during Opening Week. From 6-10 January thousands of kids will have the chance to grab their very own Hot Shots racquet and take their first step into the world of tennis. As part of the Australian Open Opening Week celebrations, these racquets will be distributed to young fans at the Fan Stage on Grand Slam Oval, with two daily sessions. “We want to make tennis a sport that every family can enjoy, and there’s no better way…
The 14th World Chambers Congress – of the world’s biggest business events – is being held in Melbourne in 2025. to Melbourne next year as it continues to back business. Known as the ‘Business Olympics’, the World Chambers Congress will be held from 2 to 4 September 2025 at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. It will showcase Victorian business to a global audience – as 2,000 of the world’s business leaders, international government and trade delegations and local business leaders converge on Melbourne. The Congress is a unique forum for sharing ideas and best practice on both global chamber and international…
An exciting new festival is coming to Doncaster in 2025, celebrating its diverse community and unique local businesses. The Manningham Asian Cultural Festival will be held on Sunday 9 March at Doncaster Reserve, next to the Jackson Court activity centre. It is anticipated the festival will be a drawcard for up to 10,000 people and will feature cultural performances, street food and family friendly activities. Manningham Mayor, Councillor Deirdre Diamante, said the Council was pleased to work with the Asian Business Association of Whitehorse to bring the event to Manningham. “Manningham is a proud multicultural community. Forty-four per cent of…
St Kilda’s iconic Hotel Esplanade, fondly known as The Espy, is unveiling a brand-new summer hotspot—the Espy Sunroom—just in time for the festive season. Set to open on 21 December the sunlit space promises an exciting blend of Espy classics, shareable snacks, pub favorites, and tantalizing cocktails, all paired with an unbeatable live entertainment lineup. Transforming the former Ichi Ni site, the Espy Sunroom will feature stunning views, vibrant vibes, and a fresh destination with bookings now available. The venue can accommodate up to 252 guests in its spacious bar and dining area, which includes cozy nooks and an open-air…
Award-winning Indigenous Australian singer-songwriter Emily Wurramara is set to perform at The Workers Club in Fitzroy on 7 February, 2025 as part of a round of encore album tour dates. This marks her first headline show at the venue in nine years. She’s also been recently announced to play at the Riverboats Music Festival in Echuca on 15 February and the Treaty Day out in Morwell on 8 February. Wurramarra is fresh off of celebrating back-to-back wins at the ARIA Awards (Best Adult Contemporary Album – NARA) and the J Awards (rage & triple j Film Clip of the Year ) the former of which officially adds her to…
Globally acclaimed artist and photographer Campbell Addy is set to take center stage at the 2025 Ballarat International Foto Biennale with his Australian premiere exhibition, I ❤ Campbell. Running from 23 August to 19 October, this major solo showcase will celebrate Addy’s bold artistry and personal story, anchoring the festival’s world-class program. As a Black, queer, ex-Jehovah’s Witness, Addy channels his culturally rich and complex upbringing into powerful works of art. His striking images have graced the covers of major publications, featuring icons like Kendall Jenner, FKA Twigs, Naomi Campbell, and Tyler the Creator. With I ❤ Campbell, the artist…
Get ready to crank up the volume—the rock’n’roll festival, Wanstock, is back and louder than ever from 14-15 March 2025, when Doncaster’s Shoppingtown Hotel will transform into a roaring hub of classic rock energy. Born from Geoff Wansbrough’s passion for the golden era of Aussie pub rock, this two-night extravaganza promises world-class acts, nostalgic anthems, and fresh new talent. The 2025 edition boasts an all-star lineup. Friday night sees Australian rock royalty Baby Animals headlining alongside Taxiride ft Jason Singh and party-starters Strait Shooters. The Baby Animals, known for hits like Early Warning, bring decades of chart-topping history to the…
There’s less than a week to go until Christmas, and the Bureau of Meteorology has issued its Christmas forecast so Aussies can start their festive season preparations with the likely weather in mind. The Bureau says that Victoria can expect a warm, dry, and settled day, with temperatures near or above average. The Christmas day forecast for Melbourne is mostly sunny with a minimum of 14°C and maximum of 28°C. In the regions: It is important to note that the forecast may change as it gets closer to the day. Stay up to date with the forecast over the coming…
Get ready to be mesmerised by the breathtaking beauty of our blue planet at the Ocean Photographer of the Year Exhibition, hosted at Seaworks Williamstown. Opning on 29 January 2025, this remarkable exhibition, organised by London-based Oceanographic Magazine, showcases 118 extraordinary images from talented photographers worldwide. The Ocean Photographer of the Year competition has garnered global acclaim as a premier platform for ocean storytellers, celebrating the profound connection we share with the ocean through awe-inspiring imagery and compelling stories. From mesmerising underwater landscapes to captivating wildlife encounters and poignant scenes of human interaction with the sea, each photograph tells a…
Got a budding superhero at home? Get ready for an action-packed adventure at Kryal Castle’s Superhero Academy—the ultimate school holiday experience for kids aged three and up! Running from 27 December to 28 January, Kryal Castle in Ballarat will morph into a superhero training ground where kids can unleash their inner superpowers and join the legendary Kryal League of Superheroes. The adventure begins with each child receiving a Superhero Training Journal to chronicle their heroic journey, map out their superpowers, and track their progress. At the Mask-Making Station, young heroes will craft their own unique masks to complete their superhero…