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No matter what you're looking for, Melbourne offers something for everyone this summer.
Now is a great time to explore Melbourne, whether it's dining alfresco in our laneways, sipping cocktails on a rooftop bar or enjoying one of the many iconic sporting and cultural events that firmly position Melbourne in the international spotlight. Serving up some of the biggest thrills of summer will undoubtedly be the annual Boxing Day Test Match and of course the Australian Open, bringing in two weeks of international tennis action, the world’s best players and a myriad of visitors to Melbourne. Vibrant precincts and an enduring creative spirit play a starring role in White Night Melbourne, an unforgettable night of music, dance, theatre, visual arts, sport, food and fashion. At the National Gallery of Victoria, culture lovers will be delighted by Melbourne Now, from latest contemporary art, architecture, design and performance celebrating our identity.
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Game, Set, Match
9 Match-point 12 My Melbourne 14 Embracing the Night 18 Discovering Art 20 Get Fresh 22 Street Secrets 24 Win a Melbourne Escape 28 Summer Events 30 Golden Touch
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From the stands at Melbourne Park and the MCG, to the art-lined galleries and laneways, Melbourne shines as we welcome 2014. Start the year in the fast lane, as Melbourne serves up this summer with a packed sporting calendar featuring some of the world’s best. The Australian Open is back at Melbourne Park and is even bigger and better than ever before - this is one event not to be missed. Of course summer wouldn’t be complete without a good dose of cricket and you will not be disappointed as Australia hits off against England in the Boxing Day Test and the Twenty20 at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). Art is also on the menu this season - and in true style. From the vibrant return of White Night Melbourne to the enormity of Melbourne Now, this is the time to discover Melbourne’s favourite pastime. The National Gallery of Victoria's biggest exhibition, Melbourne Now, continues into the new year with flair as artists and designers from a range of fields bring together some of the most exciting and collaborative work this city has seen. The much anticipated arts and cultural celebration, White Night Melbourne will be back in 2014 after it's thriving debut last year and is sure to once again illuminate the city.
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The party doesn’t stop once the presents are unwrapped and the tree gets taken down - the city’s biggest celebration happens as 2013 comes to a close. Ring in a new year with family, friends and fireworks at the biggest public party of the year at Yarra Park or choose from the bevy of venues across Melbourne that pull out all the stops for New Year's Eve. Make true on your New Year’s resolutions and get the most of the outdoors. The city buzzes with activity, from night markets, to outdoor cinemas and an abundance of festivals, there is truly something magic in the air. The Night Market is back every Wednesday night with its aromatic display of tasty food and equally exciting live entertainment. Or for those who are craving a more quiet night out, head to one of the many outdoor cinemas that have sprung up - from the foreshore to the rooftop, this is a night at the movies with a difference.
You cannot bypass Melbourne gearing up for the festive season in hues of green, white and red as Christmas lights and decorations galore cover the city. With Santa sightings, gift shopping and merry-making, Melbourne is the place to be over the Christmas period.
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Game, Set, Match One of the most hotly anticipated sporting events of the year - the Australian Open is back in 2014. Pick your seat in the arena as you are in for an action packed ride.
Serve it Up Rafa, Roger, Novak, Andy, Maria, Victoria, Caroline and Serena - all the biggest sporting stars will be there, fighting to claim the first Grand Slam® title of the tennis season. With balmy nights, world-class tennis players, colourful fans, live entertainment and all the tennis action you can handle - for two weeks in January, Melbourne has it all. Witness the drama unfold as the world’s greatest athletes dominate the courts at the legendary Melbourne Park and test each other’s skill, determination, courage and endurance. Every year the open gets even bigger and better, with the excitement reaching fever pitch in 2014 as Melbourne once again welcomes the world’s sporting stars to hit the iconic blue courts of Melbourne Park – all in pursuit of the impressive $30,000,000 prize pool. Whether it is a Ground Pass or a front row seat on centre court these are the hottest tickets of the season. Image (above): Tennis Australia
Fraser Place Melbourne 19 Exploration Lane, Melbourne : 9669 6888 : reservations.melbourne@frasershospitality.com : melbourne.frasershospitality.com
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If you missed out on a ticket or simply prefer the action from the sidelines, don’t despair as the Australian Open spreads the love across the city with events running throughout Melbourne.
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Federation Square becomes a second Australian Open Hub throughout the two weeks, with the big screen showing all the highlights from centre court as well as live scores and player interviews. They also feature a program of fun events, so pack your picnic rug and join in the open fun. Image (below): Marcel Aucar
Australian Open 13-26 January Melbourne Park australianopen.com
Courtside The action is not limited to the court, with shopping, dining and a whole lot of live entertainment it is easy to fill your day at the Australian Open. You won’t miss a set in Garden Square, with the big screen showing all the on court play, live scores and media commentary. You may even get a chance to have a hit yourself - head to the MLC Hot Shots Mini Courts to test your skills and get tips from the experts. Whether you want to practice your swing, pick up some new gear or watch some of the hottest bands, Melbourne Park is the place to be. With live entertainment from the main stage each day and night, as well as the MLC Fan Zone, a wine bar, beer garden, and a range of other market booths, it is easy to lose yourself in the buzzing atmosphere of Grand Slam Oval. As the Australian Open’s entertainment precinct, you are sure to find a bevy of off-court fun. Garden Square
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Melbourne Cricket Ground
Boxing Day Test 26-30 December Melbourne Cricket Ground cricket.com.au
Twenty20 Cricket 31 January Melbourne Cricket Ground cricket.com.au
In the Wicket Get into the spirit and join in the chorus as the stands fill with chants of ‘Aussie, Aussie, Aussie’. For cricket fanatics there is no missing the Boxing Day Test. This year the Aussies take on England in a battle for glory at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). So shake out your best green and gold and head to the local pub, or take the family, unroll the picnic rug and join the crowd at Federation Square. The cricketing continues with the Twenty20 Cricket providing another chance for the Aussies to show their prowess as they take on England in an afternoon of much contested rivalry at the MCG.
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A chic 5-star designer boutique hotel located next to the Royal Botanic Gardens. With a tram stop at the front door, you will be close to many of Melbourne’s popular attractions. Hotel features an award-winning restaurant, stylish lounge bar, 100 spacious modern contemporary rooms and suites, some with furnished balconies. Package includes buffet breakfast for two. T&C: *Valid weekends only until 28 February 2014. Offer not valid over event or peak periods. Subject to availability. Rate is based on one-two people in a Superior Deluxe room.
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BEER DELUXE The Atrium, Federation Square, Melbourne beerdeluxe.com.au
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After a day cheering on your favourites from the sidelines its time to take a break, refuel and get back into the action.
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THE DUKE OF WELLINGTON 146 Flinders Street, Melbourne dukeofwellington.com.au
Beer DeLuxe in Federation Square is the perfect after-the-match haunt. With brews from across the globe, plus a hamburger bar and grill in tow, you will be well fed and watered in no time.
UNION DINING 270 Swan Street, Richmond uniondining.com.au
Discuss the game highlights over one of the city’s most well discussed burgers at Huxtaburger. A little way up from Melbourne Park, it is well worth the walk. Reopened after extensive renovations, The Duke of Wellington is set to continue its long and rich story as Melbourne’s oldest pub. With its convenient location, it is right in the centre of all the seasons sporting action. Swan Street’s Union Dining is fine dining with delicious fare in a relaxed venue. It offers the perfect place to relax and unwind after a long day courtside.
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26 Sep 2013 – 23 Feb 2014 ACMI, Federation Square acmi.net.au/spectacle
A dizzying exploration of music video as an art form. Just try to look away.
Spectacle the music video exhibition Spectacle: The Music Video Exhibition is organised by the Contemporary Arts Center, Cincinnati and curated by FLUX Image: Gotye “Somebody That I Used to Know” (feat. Kimbra) (2011) Directed by Natasha Pincus
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My Melbourne Last year the much unknown White Night Melbourne took the city by storm and this year it is back to amaze and awe once again. We chat to Andrew Walsh AM, Artistic Director of White Night Melbourne, and find out what can be expected from round two. Tell us a bit about what you do. I’m a lucky fella, for the past 30 or so years I have worked all over the world creating shows large and small. I’ve directed expo pavilions in the USA and Japan, ignited the Thames in London with a huge pyrotechnic show for London’s Millennium celebrations, created stadium shows for the Olympic and Commonwealth Games and worked with some of the most talented and extraordinary people in Australia and around the globe. Now I am back in my hometown Melbourne creating my second iteration of White Night Melbourne.
Tell us about White Night Melbourne. White Night Melbourne is an all-night cultural event where Melbourne’s streets are closed and art and culture rule the night. Hundreds of artists, performers, designers, creative individuals and groups devise works for that one night, 22 February 2014. From 7pm to 7am our city comes alive and is a labyrinth of discovery, with art and culture on display in unusual places – the premise for the night is expect the unexpected. Thousands of people flock to the city to take part in a night like no other.
What is your pick of White Night Melbourne this year? We’re putting together a programme that will surprise and delight. Key streets of the city will again be closed to traffic, however the trams will be running all night on all routes. Venues ranging from the City Baths to the NGV will host all-night installations that will be creative and innovative, so keep an eye on the event website for programme details and a guide on how to plan your night.
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Why not see a show and spend the night discovering the unexpected, then have a late morning coffee and a stroll through the gardens before a late lunch? There is so much choice in Melbourne, how about making a weekend of it!
Melbourne is often touted as the Arts Capital - what do you think really makes the city’s artistic flair stand out? Without a doubt it is the Arts Precinct and the accessibility to these venues. Melbourne has such a fundamental relationship with art and culture. This is clear from the prominence of its cultural institutions, their locations and the role they play in the life of the city. The diversity of Melbourne’s population makes for a rich and exciting culture. The city is unique because of its people and the part that they play in embracing art, culture and sport.
As a Melburnian have you been influenced by Melbourne’s rich arts culture? I grew up and was at school in Melbourne so I have been immersed in Melbourne’s arts scene from an early age. The richness and multiplicity of what is on offer in our city has been a strong influence on me and I am constantly surprised and charmed by Melbourne’s artists, their innovation and proficiency at their craft.
What are your favourite pre and post event haunts? I’m a complete sucker for the Queen Victoria Market's Bratwurst stall. Post event I love to take a long walk along the beach from Port Melbourne to St Kilda.
melbourne style White Night Melbourne 22 February Various locations across Melbourne whitenightmelbourne.com.au
White Night Melbourne - State Library of Victoria
Andrew's Melbourne favourites… Café: St Ali in South Melbourne for the simplicity of the setup and the stellar coffee and food. Then there’s Pellegrini’s - it reminds me of my father and the times we would meet to enjoy a coffee together. Bar: Naked for Satan has a wonderful rooftop terrace with views of the city, great drinks and a good vibe. Restaurant: Florentino – its old Melbourne and an icon. Guy Grossi keeps the menu fresh and up-to-date while paying homage to tradition. For me it evokes memories of family and the many celebrations we have enjoyed there over the years. MoVida and Cumulus for cutting-edge cuisine and my new favourite, Gazi - evokes the suburb of Athens from which it takes it name.
Image (above): John Gollings
Coffee: Melbourne has so many great places to drink good coffee, where do I start? I always look for Colombian coffee in support of my dear friends Barry and Adriano who own a coffee plantation in Colombia. Shop: Henry Bucks. And the many quirky Galleries and design shops in and around Smith and Gertrude Streets. Books for Cooks – an Aladdin’s cave of food and wine writing and Tim and Amanda are very knowledgeable and helpful. Treat: South Melbourne Market. I just love the Dim Sims. Place: The garden at the NGV. It is very beautiful and always has a great sense of calm and serenity. Memory: Visiting the Royal Botanic Gardens as a child and rolling down the grassy verges. I also remember the many pergolas made from different materials that are dotted around the gardens. A great place to hide and just read a book.
St Ali Coffee Roasters, South Melbourne
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White Night Melbourne - Flinders Street
Embrace the Night From dusk til dawn, White Night Melbourne celebrates the city's passions – music, art, dining, theatre, sport, fashion, film, design and performance. White Night Melbourne is back this year and is set to once again amaze and awe; for 12 hours - 7pm on 22 February to 7am on 23 February 2014 - the city will become a canvas for local and international artists in one of the biggest celebrations of arts and culture for the year. White Night has been held in over 20 cities worldwide and this year’s event will mark the second in Melbourne – with last year’s being the first event of its kind in Australia. The evening features free activities at key locations throughout the city. Venues such as the National Gallery of Victoria, Arts Centre Melbourne, Australian Centre for the Moving Image, State Library of Victoria, Melbourne Museum and many other public and private spaces open their doors for a night of celebration and exploration. With special exhibitions, street performances, fashion installations, film screenings, multimedia projections, concerts, dance and interactive events, this is a night to remember!
Dinner on the Move Exploring Melbourne’s laneways, rooftops and riverbanks works up an appetite. Make your way to Art Centre Melbourne for food, drink and a great atmosphere. Head to the Hawkers Food Market on the iconic lawns next to Art Centre Melbourne, for a dinner on the run made easy. The iconic Tram Bar will be open all night, providing the perfect spot to grab a refreshing brew and drink in the vibrant surroundings. Or why not take a breather with a BBQ feast and refreshments at the courtyard bar out the back of Curve Bar.
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White Night Melbourne - State Library of Victoria
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Australia’s longest running and most successful dinner theatre. Dracula’s new show ‘Bloodbath’ will have you gasping for air! Submerge your senses and dive in for an evening of sensuous burlesque, slick jazz, sizzling comedy, quality dining, and all round insanity! Catch the train to Melbourne Central Station or catch the 1, 3, 5, 6, 8, 16, 64, 67 or 72 tram to stop 6.
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Get your fun on at Medibank Icehouse with great ice skating every day on our two huge rinks. Free lessons are available for beginners as well as our fun ‘Seal’ skate aids. Check out our web site for our fun themed nights and special events. Medibank Icehouse is located just across the road from Harbour Town in the Docklands. Catch the 86, 70 or free City Circle Tram to Waterfront City or there is all day parking across the road at Harbour Town.
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Boasting Melbourne’s most central location on Bourke Street Mall. Offering comfortable, affordable accommodation in the hub of Melbourne close to many attractions. Causeway Inn On The Mall 327 Bourke Street Mall Melbourne Vic 3000
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Discovering Art Embrace and experience art at its best, from galleries to the streets and rooftops, Melbourne is redefining it this summer. The Time is Now
Show and Tell Sundays
Escape the heat at the coolest event of the season - Melbourne’s biggest art celebration will continue as Melbourne Now carries on into the New Year. Prepare to be blown away by the 130 artists and designers presenting more than 250 works. The collaborative exhibition which has been surprising and pleasing Melburnians and visitors for the last few months brings more performers, painters, architects and sculptors together with works including; sound and light installations, video commissions of Melbourne’s laneways, interactive artworks, runways, performances and workshops.
Floor talks, workshops, masterclasses, tours, debates and discussions – there is so much to discover, explore and enjoy as part of the vibrant and creative Melbourne Now. The NGV Summer Sessions make it easy to uncover the best. Every Sunday in February the National Gallery of Victoria brings together art and design, music, interactive art activities, along with food and drink.
Image (above): Melbourne Now Ross Coulter, 10,000 Paper Planes - Aftermath (1) 2011, type C photograph 156.0 x 200.0 cm, National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne Purchased NGV Foundation, 2012 (2012.332) © the artist
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Head to the lush lawns of the Grollo Equiset Garden, which have been transformed into a vibrant backyard. It is perfect for relaxing to the sounds of summer or to unleash your creativity and sketch under the guidance of leading Australian contemporary artists at the weekly Drop by Drawing workshops.
melbourne style Melbourne Mystery Everyone loves a surprise and it doesn’t get much better than the MN Factor visitors will have no idea who or what they will encounter until the day. From designers to sculptors and film makers, offering vocal lessons, an afternoon in the NGV garden or a hands on activity in the workshop - this is sure to be a thriller.
ROOFTOP ART SPACE Level 6, 252 Swanston Street, Melbourne rooftopartspace.blogspot.com.au
GOLDILOCKS Level 4, 264 Swanston Street, Melbourne goldilocksbar.com.au
CHIN CHIN’S WALL OF ART 125 Flinders Lane, Melbourne chinchinrestaurant.com.au/wall-of-art
Melbourne Now 22 November – 23 March National Gallery of Victoria ngv.vic.gov.au
BAR AMERICANO 20 Presgrave Place, Melbourne trinktank.com/projects/bar-americano
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Art on a Plate These Melbourne venues have taken unique dining to a whole new level - with galleries, light installations and workshops, it is easy to get a side of art with your meal. • Nine weathered wooden box-frames at the famous Curtin House offer some of the city’s best emerging artists the chance to display their newest works. Rooftop Art Space is the perfect place to ponder as you enjoy a brew. • Fun, adventure and curiosity - the storybook inspired bar Goldilocks offers drinks with a Disney-esque twist. Sip your cocktail surrounded by characters and art from your favourite fairytales and fables. • Chin Chin's Wall of Art is exactly as the clever pun of a name suggests – a work of art. The large light projection offers a platform for artists to display their works and is well worth the gander. • Well known for its by–day quality coffee and after hours cocktail mastery, Bar Americano has upped the ante with the Trink Tank Tank, a gallery window measuring just 20 by 30 centimetres. Bar Americano
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Deck the Houses 20 November – 5 January Arts Centre Melbourne artscentremelbourne.com.au
Christmas Festival Until 25 December Various locations across Melbourne melbourne.vic.gov.au/christmas
ISAF Sailing World Cup (Sail Melbourne) 1-8 December Sandringham Yacht Club sailmelbourne.com.au
New Year’s Eve 31 December Various locations across Melbourne melbourne.vic.gov.au/nye
Midsumma 12 January – 2 February Various locations across Melbourne midsumma.org.au
St Kilda Festival
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1 February – 9 February Various locations across St Kilda stkildafestival.com.au
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With sunny afternoons and balmy nights filling the calendar, there is nothing better than getting out and making the most of Melbourne’s outdoors. Festive Season
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During December, Melbourne lights up with decorations enveloping the city; buildings lit up like giant wrapped goodies, a forest of Christmas trees sprouting in stores and streets, and of course the jolly man himself, Santa, making appearances at venues across town.
Kick off the new year at Midsumma Festival, a celebration of queer culture that brings together some of the best performing arts, live music, food, fashion and forums. With a vibrant and exciting program which spans three action packed weeks, there is a lot to explore and experience. Highlights of the festival include the much anticipated opening night Carnival and T Dance at Birrarung Marr. With a flamboyant and effervescent atmosphere and world class DJ’s providing the tunes, you will soon be dancing the night away.
Arts Centre Melbourne puts on quite the show with Deck the Houses lighting up the front lawn of this iconic Melbourne building. A homage to Melbourne’s suburban traditional Christmas, Deck the Houses is a free Christmas installation featuring a spectacular metallic pop-up house, covered in shining Christmaslights that will delight visitors from day to night. Join in the celebration as City Square in the heart of Melbourne becomes Christmas Square. Beneath the shade of the huge bauble covered Christmas tree, you will find Santa’s famous reindeer, Rudolph, hidden in the Christmas maze, and discover nutcracker soldiers, giant presents, and a digital nativity scene. The excitement continues after the Christmas lights are taken down as Melbourne prepares to throw one of the biggest parties of the year, providing the perfect way to farewell 2013 with celebrations around the city. Head to Yarra Park for family entertainment and activities, as well as the 9.30pm fireworks. For a good view of the midnight fireworks head to Treasury Gardens, Kings Domain, Flagstaff Gardens or Docklands.
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The revelry continues as St Kilda Festival takes over the shore for a week of music, markets and art. Spanning over nine days, the festival is famous for its rich mix of music and cultural entertainment, not to mention its scenic location along the palm-lined foreshore of this iconic bayside suburb. Make sure you clear your diary for Festival Sunday, arguably the most popular event of the packed program. The day features big name musical acts performing across multiple stages, festival food markets and roving entertainment. Hosted at Sandringham Yacht Club, the ISAF Sailing World Cup is set to launch off in early December, with the world’s best sailors in town to celebrate and compete in this annual event. Whether you are in the water or out, there will be something to suit everyone with a shoreside marine carnival. Image (above): Lucas Dawson Photography
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What’s in Stall Get out and enjoy the fresh air as you peruse Melbourne’s best markets. From the freshest produce to vintage designs, discover why the city loves its market finds. Melbourne’s famous Queen Victoria Market transforms as the sun goes down. Every Wednesday night from November through to January, The Night Market takes over this historic venue.
The Night Market 6 November – 26 February (excluding Christmas and New Years Day) Queen Victoria Market qvm.com.au
The Royal Exhibition Building will be overrun with the country’s best designers and artists setting up shop as part of the Biggest Design Market.
The Big Design Market 6-8 December Royal Exhibition Building thebigdesignmarket.com
The Rose Street Artists’ Market is a not to be missed stop on the market trail. Home to some of Melbourne’s best up-and-coming artisan talent.
Rose Street Artists’ Market Every Saturday & Sunday 60 Rose Street, Fitzroy rosestmarket.com.au
Entertainment, shopping, food, workshops, yoga, art and music are brought together by Collingwood’s People's Market for the perfect summer mix.
People's Market 64-68 Stanley Street, Collingwood peoplesmarket.com.au The Night Market
Rooftop Cinema 5 December – 30 April 6/252 Swanston St, Melbourne rooftopcinema.com.au
The Shadow Electric Open-Air Cinema 21 November – 24 January Abbotsford Convent, 1 St Heliers Street, Abbotsford 2014.shadowelectric.com.au
Ben & Jerry’s Openair Cinema 1-22 December Next to St Kilda Sea Baths, St Kilda Foreshore openaircinemas.com.au
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Moving Pictures Enjoy the mild evenings and spend a night at the movies with a twist. There is nothing more Melbourne then a rooftop with a difference, and the Rooftop Cinema delivers. Blanketed under the starry night’s sky you will find it easy to recline into your deck chair and relax. Nestled in the lush gardens of the Abbotsford Convent you will find The Shadow Electric Open-Air Cinema. Prepare for a program filled with an exciting mix of cult hits, newer independent films and blockbusters. This is not your average night at the flicks - set on the stunning foreshore in St Kilda, the Ben & Jerry’s Openair Cinema encapsulates that special summer feeling. Enjoy cult classics and new releases, while you sip on frosty drinks and tasty cinema treats.
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In Melbourne, laneways are more than meets the eye – they hide a creative and innovative world where every surface is a canvas and every store front offers a unique and exciting experience. Street Treats
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There is no better place to indulge than in the city’s famed laneways. Over the last few years dining clusters have popped up in Flinders Lane (1) and Meyers Place (2), adding to the already long list of laneway food precincts which include the renowned Degraves Street (3) and Hardware Lane (4).
Lined along many of Melbourne’s laneways you will discover a host of shopping delights. Explore Russell Place (6), Degraves Street (3), Flinders Lane (1) and Crossley Street (7) for a treasure trove of eclectic boutiques and stores, stocking a huge variety of fashion, homewares and so much more.
It may be small but big things are happening in Warburton Lane (5). Start with a dinner of delicious tapas and Jamón - a traditional Spanish cured ham at Portello Rosso (5). Right next door is Murmur (5) with an impressive cocktail list - you will be glad to grab a seat and watch the evening pass by.
Head to the Royal Arcade (8) for a horde of shopping treats; indulge in a macaron at Little Royal (8) or pick up a designer trinket from one of the many jewellery and clothes stores. Since 1869, this bustling arcade has provided the perfect place to find a little piece of Melbourne to take home.
From wall to floor Melbourne’s creativity drips from the laneways and byways that wind through the city centre. The city will, this summer welcome its second White Night Melbourne (9) - an evening of art and light celebration with the city transformed by stunning artistic light projections. The laneways dance with color as clever images flicker across the walls and floors.
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Hosier Lane (10) and Union Lane (11) hide effervescent outdoor galleries and are home to some of the most well known street artworks in Melbourne, including Hosier Lane’s illuminating City Lights Projects (10) , which comprises a series of light boxes. whitenightmelbourne.com.au citylightsprojects.com
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Australians have been wearing green and gold for their country for more than a century, but this has not always been the first choice.
AN EXHIBITION AT THE NATIONAL SPORTS MUSEUM
JULY 27, 2013 – APRIL 20, 2014
This fascinating exhibition explores the evolution of Australia’s sporting colours and uncovers some surprising alternatives. NATIONAL SPORTS MUSEUM, MCG Tickets available at nsm.org.au
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Photographer: Ed Alcock / Source: Aldebaran Robotics
Imagine future possibilities at 2 BOOKER STREET SPOTSWOOD Scienceworks’ newest exhibition, PH 13 11 02 MUSEUMVICTORIA.COM.AU Think Ahead, open December 5. 2 BOOKER ST SPOTSWOOD PH 13 11 02 MUSEUMVICTORIA.COM.AU
PLUS Meet NAO the humanoid robot on public display for the first time in Australia!
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Win a Melbourne Experience No matter what you are looking for, Melbourne has something for everyone. One lucky reader has the chance to win an amazing bumper Melbourne Prize Pack.
Prize package includes: • Overnight accommodation for a family of four in a two bedroom apartment at Metro Apartments on iconic Bank Place. Package includes free Wi-Fi. • A $150 Harbour Town Shopping Centre Gift Voucher • An IMAX Melbourne Family Pass • A Museum Victoria Family Pass • A Melbourne Zoo Family Pass • A Luna Park Family Pass • V/Line Return Travel Family Pass
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Thanks for Sharing Last edition we asked you what you thought about Melbourne Style. We received an overwhelming response and very valuable feedback. It’s great to hear that you love the seasonal accommodation offers and enjoy reading about what’s on in Melbourne. We’ve listened to your feedback and have started to make changes in response to what you like and what you want more of. Over the next few editions, you will start to see more information on Melbourne’s shopping scene and our renowned designers. From autumn, you will be able to pick up your copy of Melbourne Style in the Sunday Herald Sun and for those of you who live in Bendigo, Geelong or Ballarat, you will start to see copies of the magazine at cafés, bars and restaurants. This is just a snapshot of some of the suggestions we will be incorporating into the magazine and we thank you for taking the time to provide us with your thoughts. If you have additional feedback about how we can improve the magazine please feel free to email info@destinationmelbourne.com.au at any time.
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DON’T GET COURT WITHOUT A TICKET MELBOURNE PARK 13-26 JANUARY 2014
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Accommodation Deals With a calendar packed full of festivals and events, state-of-the-art sporting venues, world-class attractions and an abundance of parks and beaches to enjoy the fresh air - there is really so much to love about Melbourne. Discover the surprising and experience the unexpected from laneway dining and unique shopping, to a delightful array of arts, culture and entertainment. With thousands of rooms, Melbourne offers visitors all types of accommodation. From boutique or eco-friendly, to international chains and glittering luxury brands, Melbourne has something to suit every need.
Ashley Gardens BIG 4 Holiday Village
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129 Ashley Street, Braybrook : 1800 061 444 : ashleygardens@aspenparks.com.au : aspenparks.com.au
562 St Kilda Road, Melbourne : 1300 785 453 : reservations.pv@viewhotels.com.au : viewhotels.com.au
Stay, play and enjoy Melbourne stop overs at Ashley Gardens.
Take the stress out of rising fuel prices with this fantastic package. Includes overnight accommodation for two in an upgraded City View Guest Room, full buffet breakfast for two, car parking, $25 petrol gift card and a bonus bottle of sparkling on arrival.
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Oaks on William
Jasper Hotel Melbourne
Quest Hawthorn
350 William Street, Melbourne : 1300 554 275 | 8329 6600 : william@theoaksgroup.com.au : oakshotelsresorts.com.au
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Oaks on William is one of Melbourne’s newest hotels, located close to the iconic Queen Victoria Market and opposite Flagstaff Gardens.
Located in the heart of Melbourne’s vibrant market precinct, this award-winning 4-star boutique hotel is within walking distance to shopping, dining, entertainment and sporting venues. A perfect base from which to enjoy Melbourne! Winner of the 2012 State Awards for Excellence.
Located only nine minutes by train to the MCG, Rod Laver Arena, and twelve minutes to Flinders Street Station. Enjoy stylish 4.5-star self-contained Studio apartment accommodation with the convenience of 24 hour reception, FOXTEL, Wi-Fi access, guest gymnasium, onsite secure car parking and onsite French Café serving breakfast daily from 7am.
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RIGHT IN THE HEART OF MELBOURNE and the many restaurants, bars and cafes. Metro on Bank Place is renowned for its intimate and personal service.
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Whether for leisure or business, Metro on Bank Place is the perfect location to enjoy the cosmopolitan character of Melbourne and retreat to your own spacious apartment only footsteps away.
A PA RTM E N T S ON B A N K P L A C E 18 Bank Place, Melbourne. Ph: 1800 005 433 email: bankplace@metrohg.com www.metrohotels.com Facebook.com/metrohotels. Twitter.com/metrohotels
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Summer Events UNTIL 13 DECEMBER Melbourne Ring Festival
Various locations across Melbourne A festival of free events designed to help explore and celebrate Melbourne's staging of the epic Der Ring des Nibelungen, or Ring Cycle as it’s more commonly known. From serious symposiums, to a great community choir, concerts and cabaret, the Melbourne Ring Festival embraces the spirit of this wonderful occasion. melbourneringcycle.com.au
UNTIL 25 DECEMBER Christmas Festival
Various locations across Melbourne Find Christmas decorations in unexpected places; from little laneways to major landmarks, like the spellbinding light projections on Melbourne Town Hall. Experience a very special atmosphere you won't find anywhere else with 30 days of free festivities as the city celebrates Christmas. melbourne.vic.gov.au/christmas
The Big Design Market
1-8 DECEMBER
ISAF Sailing World Cup (Sail Melbourne) Sandringham Yacht Club Head to Port Phillip Bay to see the world’s best sailors battle it out. On terra firma there’s something for everyone at the marine carnival, including entertainment, fashion and fun activities for all the family. sailmelbourne.com.au
6-8 DECEMBER The Big Design Market
Royal Exhibition Building The iconic Royal Exhibition Building will host the biggest independent artist market of its kind in Australia, bringing together the best independent Australian and international designers and artists for three huge days. thebigdesignmarket.com
26-30 DECEMBER Boxing Day Test
Melbourne Cricket Ground Be part of one of sport’s biggest rivalries, when the England team comes to Australia in the battle for the Ashes. The stands at the MCG will be packed with spectators watching post-Christmas test cricket and catching up with family and friends. cricket.com.au
31 DECEMBER New Year’s Eve
Various locations across Melbourne Revellers in Melbourne will be some of the first in the world to welcome in 2014, and the city offers a variety of ways to celebrate in style. Live sites are located at Treasury Gardens, Kings Domain, Flagstaff Gardens and Docklands, and offer unparalleled views of the spectacular midnight fireworks. For family-friendly fun throughout the evening, head to Yarra Park. The whole family can enjoy rides, games and entertainment from 6pm, and an ‘early eve’ fireworks display at 9.30pm. melbourne.vic.gov.au/nye
UNTIL 23 MARCH Melbourne Now
National Gallery of Victoria From architecture and design to light installations and interactive displays, Melbourne Now celebrates Melbourne’s burgeoning love of all that is art. Explore the city’s preoccupation with the diverse and wide-ranging works and exhibits that define a generation. ngv.vic.gov.au Image (above): Melbourne Now Ash Keating, born Australia 1980, West Park Proposition 2012 (video still) three channel video installation, National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne Purchased NGV Foundation, 2012 (2012.318) © Ash Keating, courtesy of the artist and Fehily Contemporary Photo: Greta Costello Image (right): Photographs of South Africa company by Pat Bromilow Downing
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Grease the Musical
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FROM 2 JANUARY Grease the Musical
Her Majesty’s Theatre Dust off your leather jacket, pull on your bobby socks and take a trip to a simpler time as Grease returns to the stage. Watch as 'bad boy' Danny and 'girl next door' Sandy fall in love all over again. greaseistheword.com.au
Australian Open
eni FIM Superbike World Championship
31 JANUARY Chinese New Year
Chinatown and various locations across Melbourne See the dragon awake and travel through Chinatown as the young and old celebrate the arrival of the Year of the Horse. Both contemporary and traditional cultural activities, dancing, karaoke, Chinese opera, chess competitions and a range of other festivities mark this most important of occasions.
21-23 FEBRUARY
eni FIM Superbike World Championship Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit The fastest men on two wheels do battle on Victoria’s challenging Phillip Island Circuit. Three days of production bike racing thrills on the track alongside non-stop trackside entertainment. worldsbk.com
White Night Melbourne - Flinders Street Station
12 JANUARY – 2 FEBRUARY Midsumma
Various locations across Melbourne As the city’s premier queer arts and cultural celebration, this festival brings together the finest entertainment, performing arts, film and fashion for a series of colourful and fun events. midsumma.org.au
13-26 JANUARY Australian Open
Melbourne Park The first Grand Slam® of the year brings the world’s best tennis players to town to compete for one of the richest prize pools in the game. With enthusiastic fans and some hard-hitting swings, this is the event of the summer. australianopen.com
23-27 JANUARY Festival of Sails
Royal Geelong Yacht Club, Geelong Waterfront & Corio Bay Geelong’s waterfront comes alive during the Festival of Sails on the Australia Day long weekend. Festivities include fireworks, thrilling sailing and on-water action, boating and lifestyle exhibits, gourmet food and wine, music, entertainment and activities for all ages. festivalofsails.com.au Image (above): Tennis Australia
22 FEBRUARY
White Night Melbourne Various locations across Melbourne For one sleepless night, see Melbourne in a different light. Head into the city to see galleries, theatres, music venues, retail spaces, streets, laneways and museums transformed by artists, entertainers and chefs at this sunset-to-sunrise celebration of the good things in life. whitenightmelbourne.com.au
28 FEBRUARY – 16 MARCH
Melbourne Food and Wine Festival presented by Bank of Melbourne Various locations across Melbourne and regional Victoria The city plays host to more than 200 unforgettable food and wine events, as part of the renowned Melbourne Food and Wine Festival presented by Bank of Melbourne. Don’t miss the World’s Longest Lunches, one-off dinners, masterclasses, demonstrations, hands-on cooking classes, tours and wine tastings. melbournefoodandwine.com.au
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Golden Touch
Bendigo boasts not only a rich past as Australia’s Gold Capital but a promising future as a vibrant and contemporary heart of fashion and art in regional Victoria. The Test of Time With tree-lined streets full of stunning, intricate and elegant architecture from a time gone by, Bendigo mixes the past with the present in perfect synergy. Explore the streets to discover the heart of Bendigo; an arts culture led by one of the state’s leading exhibition venues Bendigo Art Gallery, award-winning restaurants and cafés, and unique fashions and collectables waiting to be unearthed. Relive the gold rush by visiting world-class attractions, and taste quality local wines and produce from markets, nearby farms and surrounding vineyards of Bendigo and Heathcote. Bendigo is 90 minutes from Melbourne Airport and 90-120 minutes from Melbourne via V/Line. bendigotourism.com
True Love Drawing on archival fashion objects from the extensive collections of FIDM Museum at the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising in Los Angeles, Bendigo Art Gallery has brought together more than 40 of the world’s most influential designers in their newest exhibit, Modern Love. Focusing on 60 works from the post-punk period from the 1980s to the present day, it reflects contemporary fashion, with works ranging from haute couture designer gowns to Adidas high top runners. The exhibit includes pieces from international designers including; Chanel, Comme des Garçons, Dior, Tom Ford, Dolce and Gabbana, Jean Paul Gaultier, Calvin Klein, Carolina Herrera, Helmut Lang, Monique Lhuillier, Louboutin, Maticevski, Alexander McQueen, Prada, Valentino, Versace, Vivienne Westwood, YSL and more.
Modern Love 26 October – 2 February Bendigo Art Gallery modernlovebendigo.com
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Image (left): Alexander McQueen Fall/Winter 2008-2009 Courtesy of the FIDM Museum at the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising, Los Angeles Museum Commission: Funds provided by Karen Coombs-Jordan (2010.5.73) Photography by Brian E. Sanderson
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Showcasing the work of the most influential and avant-garde fashion designers from the 1980s to today, including VIVIENNE WESTWOOD – ISSEY MIYAKE – CHANEL – YSL VERSACE – DOLCE AND GABBANA – COMME DES GARCONS VALENTINO – PRADA – ALEXANDER MCQUEEN – DIOR MOSCHINO – CALVIN KLEIN – MATICEVSKI AND MORE
26 OCTOBER 2013 — 2 FEBRUARY 2014 TICKETS: 03 5434 6100 PACKAGES: 1800 813 153
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THIERRY MUGLER, SPRING/SUMMER 1992, COURTESY OF THE FIDM MUSEUM AT THE FASHION INSTITUTE OF DESIGN & MERCHANDISING, LOS ANGELES GIFT OF ARNAUD ASSOCIATES, PHOTOGRAPH BY MICHEL ARNAUD.
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