Indie Aussie rock band, The Rubens, will be releasing their fifth album Soda in September and have announced a national tour to coincide with its release. They’ll be headed on an eight-date tour throughout September and October. This includes a gig on 18 October at the Northcote Theatre. The Rubens have solidified their place in the Australian music scene with their unique sound and captivating performances. Known for their soulful blend of rock and indie pop. The five-piece band has consistently wowed audiences with their musical prowess. Their previous album, 0202, was a massive hit, reaching #1 on the ARIA…
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Resembling two scarlet-red lips, Salvador Dalí’s iconic Surrealist design Mae West Lips Sofa, manufactured in 1937–38, is now on display at NGV International. Acquired by the NGV in 2023 as part of its Annual Appeal, which invites philanthropic contributions from the community, the work is one of only two in the world featuring an eye-catching red-and-black colourway and the last of Dalí’s five sofas to enter a public collection.Salvador Dalí first travelled to the United States in 1934, and from that point onwards he was fascinated by American culture and Hollywood. Mae West was at the time one of the highest…
Prahran’s iconic skate park has reopened after a complete, state-of-the-art rebuild, with skaters from all over Melbourne flocking to the revamped complex, which has been visited by Tony Hawke and helped launch the career of many world champion skateboarders. The Prahran Skate Park, which opened in the 1970s, was one of the very first public skate parks in Melbourne. It was temporarily closed in July 2023 and has been completely demolished, rebuilt and expanded in the past year. Designed by international skate park designer Convic in consultation with pro skaters and the local community, the new space boasts a street…
The Australian Open – the country’s most prestigious golfing tournament – will return to Melbourne, further cementing Victoria’s title as the major events and sporting capital. Acting Minister for Tourism, Sport and Major Events Ros Spence today announced that the Australian Open will be co-hosted at Kingston Heath and Victoria Golf Clubs from Thursday, 28 November to Sunday, 1 December 2024. Kingston Heath Golf Club will host all four rounds, while The Victoria Golf Club will share the hosting duties for rounds one and two. The Australian Open is the most prestigious golf tournament in the Australasian region, and over…
TEG Live has announced the return of Palm Tree Music Festival in December 2024. Following a non-stop tour of international installments, the intercontinental tropical party is back for the second year running with a stacked lineup featuring The Chainsmokers, alongside Alesso, Gryffin, Austin Millz, Daya, and more. The iconic global event will set up paradise at Sydney Showgrounds on 6 December , Sandstone Point on 7 December and Melbourne’s Sidney Myer Music Bowl on 8 December. The inaugural Aussie edition, headlined by TIËSTO and KYGO in 2023, was a slam dunk for this universal brand which has become known for chasing down the hottest locations around the world,…
During 2024 National NAIDOC Week, the Koorie Heritage Trust at Federation Square will be delivering a range of programs to celebrate the continuing culture and resilience of First Peoples. JXSH MVIR: FOREVER I LIVE JXSH MVIR: Forever I Live is the first major solo retrospective exhibition of the late Josh Muir (born 1991), following his passing in 2022. Josh Muir was born and raised on Wadawurrung Country in Ballarat, Victoria. The exhibition titleis taken from an artwork of the same name – Forever I Live (2015) – and is a reference to the ongoing legacy that continues to live in Josh’s artwork beyond…
Heading to Australia in January 2025, Suzi will perform her full theatre show, “Rockin On” where there are no limits as she takes her fans on a musical journey through her Life. Her show features all her greatest hits such as ‘Can The Can’, ‘48 Crash’, ‘If You Can’t Give Me Love’, ‘She’s In Love With You’ and ‘Devil Gate Drive’, and as always with Suzi a few inspiring surprises are included. Combining her unbridled energy, crash-through stage presence with her legendary bass guitar and powerhouse vocals, on stage Suzi is a pure rock n’ roll legend, who has perfected her craft over six decades…
Experience Stephen Sondheim’s Tony Award-winning musical thriller, Sweeney Todd, starring Ben Mingay (Shrek the Musical, Frayed, Pirates of Penzance, Packed to the Rafters) and Antoinette Halloran (Mary and Max, Macbeth, Summer of the Seventeenth Doll), directed by celebrated Australian opera and musical theatre director Stuart Maunder AM at the Playhouse at the Arts Centre Melbourne this September. From the haunting melodies of Stephen Sondheim to the chilling narrative crafted by Hugh Wheeler, this Victorian Opera production transports you to the dark heart of London’s Fleet Street where you’ll witness the transformation of a once-content barber into the infamous “demon barber,” a suave and perilous figure with…
Victoria’s world-famous Twelve Apostles are ready to welcome millions of visitors to a new experience following completion of a spectacular viewing platform overlooking the iconic rock formations. With wide paths and accessible viewing areas, the lookout opens up new views of the stunning coastline on Keerray Woorroong Country. The lookout has replaced viewing areas that were no longer suitable for growing visitor numbers, providing a safer and more immersive experience at one of the state’s most visited locations. Delivered in partnership by Parks Victoria and the Eastern Maar Aboriginal Corporation, the lookout is part of a $24.5 million investment by…
A new festival is set to uncover the secrets of the Muscat Capital of the World. Held across 10 days in August, The Dark Side of Wine festival will celebrate and reveal the dark arts of Rutherglen in North East Victoria with a series of immersive experiences taking place throughout the famous wine region. The new festival will be one for the curious and bold to check out, with sensuous wines, crackling fires, stirring music and, of course, incredible wines to discover. Home to more than 160 years of winemaking history, the Winemakers of Rutherglen is an inspiring collective of…
A milestone for many, often signifying the transition into adulthood, approaching the 21 year age bracket is always something to be celebrated. And in 2024, the 21st anniversary for the ARIA Award-winning collective Melbourne Ska Orchestra is set to bring the festivities to fans across Australia. The band has announced its Outlaws and Offbeats Tour kicking off this August before whipping around the country well into October.Forming in the early 2000s and comprising up to 26 members, the sonic juggernaut that is Melbourne Ska Orchestra is one beating at its core with technical brilliance and infectious joy. Bringing their own unique take on the ska…
Social media personalities and Australian entertainers, siblings Luke and Sassy Scott have announced a live national theatre tour for September 2024. They’ll be coming to the Palais Theatre at St Kilda for a hometown show on 15 September 2024. Luke and Sassy Scott O’Halloran don’t know life without one another in it – with a following 5+ million strong: TikTok (3.6m followers) with 128.3 million TikTok likes, Facebook (790k followers), Instagram (583k followers) and YouTube (9.4k followers) – they’ve quickly become the world’s most relatable and beloved siblings. The brothers share their outrageous extremely personal journey through fame, family and Scott’s recent fatherhood on their #1 Spotify charting podcast Luke and Sassy…