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The Australian Open tennis tournament is on this month with the world’s best players descending on Melbourne. There’s plenty of action to be had both on and off the court (page 8). While the weather is balmy and warm be sure to head outdoors and catch some movies under the stars at fantastic locations throughout the city including Moonlight Cinema and Lido on the Roof (page 12). Cool off with an ice cream or two, as Penny Watson goes in search of the city’s best gelato (page 16). Turn to the Where Now feature (page 18) for January’s must-see exhibitions, shows and events including “Legends in Concert” at Crown Melbourne, “Inside Out” at Melbourne Museum and Midsumma Festival. However you choose to spend your time here in Melbourne, we hope you have a fabulous stay!

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WHERE NOW 18

What’s On

Live on Stage

Exhibitions

SHOPPING 28

Collins Street Style

Jewellery: Melbourne sparkles

Shopping: Buying the best in town

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Toorak Road, South Yarra Bridge Road: A retail treasure trove

Toorak Village

High Street, Armadale

EXPLORE 48

Where to Go: Melbourne’s marvellous attractions

Nature at Phillip Island

Daylesford’s Magical Waters

Dandenong: A Cultural Experience

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Australian David Campbell stars as legendary American singer Bobby Darin in “Dream Lover – The Bobby Darin Musical”, now playing at Arts Centre Melbourne’s State Theatre. For more information see pages 14 and 22.

FEATURES 6

Ballarat’s Many Delights

DINING 61

Best Bars

Fresh on the Menu

Restaurants in Review

Hot in the City: The hottest happenings around town

The Australian Open

NAVIGATE 72

Melbourne Information

CBD Property

Melbourne Tram Map

Cinema Under the Stars

City Map

David Campbell’s Dream Role

Melbourne and Surrounds Map

The Gelati Party

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CAFÉ CULTURE

Mercedes Me Comes to Melbourne The only one of its kind in Australia, and one of only seven worldwide, the new Mercedes me store is a unique space where worldclass coffee meets the luxurious world of Mercedes Benz. This exciting new concept is a collaboration between Mercedes Benz and speciality café St Ali, and offers a delicious menu inspired by European influences and techniques, ranging from dry aged sirloin and classic cheeseburgers to Victorian snapper fillets cooked to perfection. A new take on St Ali’s original carvery, Mercedes me X St Ali is a place for collaboration and creatives to meet, and transforms at night from a luxury restaurant to a fabulous event space showcasing art, fashion and innovation. It’s a great place to enjoy good food in a laid-back yet luxurious atmosphere. Mon–Fri 7am–5pm, 525 Collins Street, Melbourne. stali.com.au/pages/mercedes-mestore-melbourne

TALL STORIES ON STAGE

Emily Brown and the Thing Based on the award-winning children’s book by UK author Cressida Cowell and illustrator Neal Layton, UK theatre company Tall Stories’ imaginative new stage play, “Emily Brown and the Thing”, comes to life at Arts Centre Melbourne. Who’s afraid of the dark? Monsters, apparently. Emily Brown and her stuffed rabbit Stanley find a “Thing” crying outside their window, and must embark on a grand journey through the Dark and Scary Wood and the Whiny Witches’ Cavern to find its missing cuddly toy, hot milk and tickly cough medicine and help it get to sleep. Kids aged three and up will fall in love with this heartwarming and witty tale of friendship and adventure. ts d the Thing” at Ar “Emily Brown an ries. Sto ll Ta : oto Ph e. Centre Melbourn

3–14 January, Fairfax Studio, Arts Centre Melbourne, 100 St Kilda Road, Melbourne. 1300 182 183. artscentremelbourne.com.au

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HOT IN THE CITY

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Hot Gigs

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South Melbourne Night Market Celebrates its 10th Anniversary

From 4 January, Thursdays 5.30pm–9.30pm, corner Coventry and Cecil Streets, South Melbourne. 9209 6295. southmelbournenightmarket.com.au

ENTERTAINER EXTRAORDINAIRE

John Barrowman.

John Barrowman Live in Concert

He’s the West End sensation who performed in the likes of “Phantom of the Opera” and “Miss Saigon”, he’s the cheeky time traveller Captain Jack Harkness and he’s a singing sensation and extraordinary actor. In his first concert Down Under, John Barrowman will perform a spectacular repertoire, from Cole Porter and Barry Manilow to Sting and Sondheim, backed by a live band. You’ll hear stories and anecdotes from his life and career that have made him a star and won him an MBE for services to entertainment and charity. Barrowman fans won’t want to miss the opportunity to see this entertainment icon perform live. 16 January, Hamer Hall, Arts Centre Melbourne, 100 St Kilda Road, Melbourne. 1300 182 183. artscentremelbourne.com.au

MUSIC AND MORE AT SUGAR MOUNTAIN Melbourne’s annual summit of music and art is back, bringing an interactive celebration of creativity, contemporary music, visual art and new media to Melbourne’s Arts Precinct. This year’s line-up includes Cut Copy, Actress, Beaches, Joey Bada$$, Jamila Woods, Project Pablo and many more. With sensational music, good vibes and a friendly, interactive space, Sugar Mountain is not just a festival—it’s the hottest party of the year. 20 January, Victorian College of the Arts and Melbourne Arts Precinct, Southbank. sugarmountainfestival.com Photo: © Showtime.

It’s South Melbourne Night Market’s birthday and everyone’s invited to join in the fun. The regular South Melbourne Night Market is loved for its festival vibes and wide range of foods, drinks and local talent. Enjoy some world-class fare from the restaurants, bars, food trucks and carts around the market, chowing down on prawn dumplings, lobster rolls, woodfired pizza or a sweet Nutella crepe while listening to the amazing sounds of live music. The market’s centre aisle is filled with the usual selection of local traders offering unique fashions, homewares, artisan goods and local produce, and they are joined by emerging talents eager to break onto the scene as Melbourne’s best new local labels.

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DRINK IT IN

Superfluid Juice Bars Launch in Melbourne Photo: Graham

Pub nights are a quintessential part of Australian culture, Denholm. but you don’t need to get drunk or fill up on schnitzels to have a great night out. Superfluid juice bars, rolling out in pubs across Melbourne this year, bring organic juices and plant-based foods to the pub scene, offering fresh, healthy food and drink in cool, conscious spaces. As well as cold pressed juices served in recyclable glass bottles, Superfluid also offers herbal tonics and smoothies, salads and a variety of delicious raw and baked desserts. Superfluid juice bars are now open in the iconic Carlton Club in Bourke Street, and the rear of the Gertrude Hotel in Fitzroy. The future of pubs is a healthy one, so enjoy your night out, while knowing you are taking care of your health and wellbeing. Mon–Fri 7.30am–7pm, Sat 9am–5pm. Carlton Club, 193 Bourke Street, Melbourne. The Gertrude Hotel, 148 Gertrude Street, Fitzroy. superfluid.me

“The Greatest Love of All—The Whitney Houston Show” is a beautifully crafted tribute, honouring the talent, music and memory of one of the world’s most revered singers, Whitney Houston. South African vocalist Belinda Davids delivers the voice, charm, nuances, and even the gestures of Houston in this spectacular two-hour show. Hear all the hits including “I Will Always Love You”, “I Wanna Dance with Somebody”, “How Will I Know”, “I Have Nothing”, “Every Woman” and many more. 11, 12, 13, 19, 20, 26 and 27 January, The Athenaeum, 188 Collins Street, Melbourne. 132 849. ticketek.com.au

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AUSTRALIAN OPEN

SMASHING GOOD FUN AT THE OPEN

World-class tennis, food and music await visitors to this year’s Australian Open held at Melbourne Park from 15 to 28 January. By Jenny Burns

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Australian Open is a chance to see all the world’s top players battling it out to win the first Grand Slam tournament TLC. of the year. For those who like to mix their tennis with a gourmet treat or two and live music, there are more options than ever before. Award-winning and internationally acclaimed restaurants Rockpool Dining Group and Nobu have set up ‘outposts’ at this year’s Open. Other well known ‘names’ dishing up treats include Mamasita, Gazi, San Antone, Ginger Boy, Hunky Dory and Biggie Smalls. A number of these food outlets are located within Melbourne Park’s Grand Slam Oval which celebrates the Grand Slam cities of the world—Paris, London, New York and Melbourne together with Tokyo. A number of other outlets have been set up in the AO Festival area and Middle Terrace which are located in Birrarung Marr, the parkland which adjoins Melbourne Park. While entry to the AO Festival area is free, you’ll need an Australian Open ticket for Middle Terrace, which is also hosting the AO Live Stage, the site of the Open’s daily music extravaganza. Local and international acts such as American girl group TLC, Brisbane band The Jungle Giants, rising star Vera Blue, ARIA award-winners Bliss n Eso, Tina Arena, Meg Mac, the Hoodoo Gurus, Client Liaison and Daryl Braithwaite, are all taking to the stage here. 8 WHERE MELBOURNE I JANUARY 2018 I wheretraveler.com

This year’s Open also offers plenty to keep youngsters amused. The Ballpark is a mini theme park and as a result of a deal with Disney some of the world’s most loved characters will be promoted here during the tournament. The area also features LEGO and NERF experiences together with a 60-metre zipline. At the specially designed ANZ Tennis Hot Shots courts kids can pick up a racquet, test their skills and have fun playing tennis. There’s also a Kids Tennis Day on Saturday 13 January. Of course for most visitors to the Australian Open it’s the tennis that’s the main attraction and with the world’s top players all expected to play competition is sure to be fierce. As previous tournaments have shown, only the extremely brave would ever tip the winner. And that’s one of the joys of the tournament—the many players who suddenly appear on the radar. Many of those players start their journeys in the tournament on the back courts of Melbourne Park, which is why for many fans the first week is the best. While the matches may not be as even as the second week, wandering around the courts, watching the many matches on offer and the players training are great experiences. Together with the current crop of players there’s also the chance to see the legends of the game, the top juniors and wheelchair players in action. A number of the players competing in the Open are also playing in the 2018 Priceline Pharmacy Kooyong Classic from 9 to 12 January. Held at the previous home of the Australian Open, Kooyong Lawn Tennis Club, the Classic is used by the players as a warm up for the Open. ■ For more information and tickets for the Kooyong Classic visit kooyongclassic.com.au and the Australian Open visit ausopen.com

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CINEMA UNDER THE STARS

Cinema Under the Stars Enjoy your favourite movies set against Melbourne’s night sky. By Jenny Burns Moonlight Cinema. Photo: Ruth Schwarzenholz.

LIDO ON THE ROOF Lido Cinema’s Rooftop Cinema is located on the top of the eightcinema Lido complex on Glenferrie Road, Hawthorn. The Rooftop Cinema seats 93 patrons on a variety of deck chairs and beanbags. The program includes the latest releases, old favourites and special events and sing-a-longs. Erotic thrillers are being screened on Friday nights. A food and drink bar ensures no one goes hungry Riverside or thirsty! lidocinemas.com.au Common Man’s Pop-Up Cinema.

THERE’S NOTHING QUITE

like watching a great movie at an outdoor cinema on a balmy summer evening. Fortunately, Melbourne has numerous options in parks, on top of buildings and in ‘traditional cinemas’. One of the joys of these cinemas is they combine new release movies with old favourites. Many also have special events including ‘pet nights’ and sing-alongs. A couple of the cinemas allow you to bring your own food while all have food and drink for sale. Here are some of our favourite outdoor cinemas, all easily accessible from downtown Melbourne.

COMMON MAN’S RIVERSIDE POP-UP CINEMA, SOUTH WHARF From 3 January film buffs can enjoy the newest cinematic experience on Common Man’s bright green Astroturf, while watching a 7-metre by 4-metre screen and sound system made for movie magic. Twilight sessions run on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays with a kids’ movie showing 5pm on Sundays. The Heineken 3 Pop-Up Bar & Pimms Garden is selling Heineken 3, Pimm’s cocktails and jug specials. Lido Cinema. Ph oto: Eugene Hylan d. thecommonman.com.au/pop-up-cinema-2

MOONLIGHT CINEMA One of the oldest outdoor cinema experiences in Melbourne, a visit to the Moonlight Cinema offers the chance to see the Royal Botanic Gardens and watch some great movies. Films are screened in the Gardens’ Central Lawn area. You can bring your own food and drink or take advantage of the Moonlight Food Truck and fully licensed bar. You can bring your own beanbags, cushions, blankets and rugs or hire a Bean Bed. moonlight.com.au/melbourne ROOFTOP CINEMA Rooftop Cinema is located on the roof of Curtin House in Swanston Street. As well as the ‘outdoor movie experience’, the cinema also offers great views of Melbourne’s skyline. Arthouse, classic and recently released movies are being screened during the season. There are numerous food, drink and snack options, both on the roof and inside Curtin House. Seating is offered in specially-designed deck chairs. rooftopcinema.com.au 12 WHERE MELBOURNE I JANUARY 2018 I wheretraveler.com

SUNSET CINEMA Sunset Cinema is setting up shop at Albert Park’s Gasworks Arts Park until 13 January. Movies screened include blockbuster new releases, chick flicks and kids’ movies. There are food trucks on-site, as well as popcorn and chocolate at the snack bar. The fully licensed bar stocks 4 Pines craft beers and MadFish wines while moviegoers are also welcome to bring their own food but not alcohol. sunsetcinema.com.au/melbourne WESTGARTH OUTDOOR CINEMA Westgarth Cinema’s courtyard is filled with deck chairs during the summer months. High definition headsets are given to each audience member or you can bring you own and plug them into the Fidelio receivers, which pick up the film’s soundtrack. Several new release arthouse titles are being screened, including “Three Billboards Outside Ebbing Missouri” and “The Shape of Water”. palacecinemas.com.au/cinemas/westgarth BARKLY SQUARE OPEN AIR CINEMA The Sydney Road shopping hub is hosting a movie in the Laneway every Saturday in January, with ticket proceeds going to a different charity each night. Movies screening during January are “Despicable Me 3”, “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2”, “Dirty Dancing” and “The Big Lebowski”. barklysquare.com.au

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DAVID’S DREAM ROLE David Campbell brings Bobby Darin’s story to the stage this month in Melbourne. By Jenny Burns David Campbell (centre). Photo: Brian Geach.

DAVID CAMPBELL HAD long dreamed of

playing American music icon Bobby Darin on stage. So when approached by legendary producer, John Frost, to star in a new musical about Darin’s life, Campbell knew he had to make it happen. Needless to say with Australia’s stage royalty involved “Dream Lover – The Bobby Darin Musical” was a great hit when it premiered in Sydney in 2016. Now Melbourne audiences have the chance to see the show and Campbell couldn’t be happier. “It’s a fantastic show with an incredible cast and I am sure Melbourne audiences will love it,” Campbell explained enthusiastically. “Reprising the show has given us a chance to look at what worked and what could be improved so the Melbourne production is even better.” “Dream Lover – The Bobby Darin Musical” spotlights the amazing life of the legendary singer, songwriter. An intimate and epic story of an all-round entertainer adored by his fans, Darin, together with his movie star wife, Sandra Dee, provided the iconic soundtrack to a generation. The musical captures the glamour and passion of the big band era, the Rat Pack in Vegas and the Golden Age of Hollywood. It’s based on an original concept and stage play by Frank Howson and John-Michael Howson and adapted for the stage by Frank Howson with Simon Phillips and Carolyn Burns. The show includes 34 great hits from the 50s and 60s including “Mack the Knife”, “Beyond the Sea”, “Splish Splash” and the multi-million-seller “Dream Lover”. A cast of over 40, including an 18-piece big band, brings the story to life. Other stars

David Campbell and Hannah Fredericksen. Photo: Brian Geach.

of the show include Hannah Fredericksen who plays Sandra Dee and Marina Prior who plays the dual roles of former showgirl Polly (Bobby Darin’s mother) and the ambitious cut-throat Mary Douvan (Sandra Dee’s mother). Martin Crewes plays Steve Blauner, Darin’s oldest friend, biggest fan and long-time manager while Marney McQueen is Nina, Darin’s sister. Much of the material for the musical came from the book “Dream Lovers: The Magnificent Shattered Lives of Bobby Darin and Sandra Dee” written by Darin’s son Dodd. Dodd was present for the opening night of the musical in Sydney and his tick of approval was a great thrill for Campbell. “The show isn’t a documentary, it’s a musical and it’s entertaining, so naturally we put our own spin on it,” he explained. “But the fact that Dodd and the family loved the show was fantastic.” Playing a musical legend is nothing new to Campbell. In 2001 the Adelaide born performer was tempted back to Australia, after a successful cabaret and stage career in New York, to play legendary Australian rocker Johnny O’Keefe, in the musical phenomenon “Shout!”

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Since returning to Australia he’s starred in Australian productions of classic musicals such as “Carousel” and “Company”, new works at the Melbourne Theatre Company and Sydney Theatre Company and “The Pirates of Penzance” for Opera Australia. Together with his wife Lisa, Campbell runs Independent Music Theatre which produces national concert tours and live theatre productions, their most recent venture being the critically acclaimed revival of Stephen Sondheim’s “Assassins” (in which Campbell also starred). A multi-platinum recording artist with several of these albums featuring hits made famous by Darin, Campbell is also a successful television and radio host. Naturally Campbell has performed in Melbourne many times with Arts Centre Melbourne being one of his favourite venues, especially given he met his wife there! This time around he’s looking forward to introducing his young family to the delights of Melbourne. The Royal Botanic Gardens, Luna Park and Melbourne’s beaches are high on the ‘must see’ list. “We are also going to try and get to the Australian Tennis Open, while my son is a great football fan,” he added. Of particular interest to Campbell is Melbourne’s many vegetarian restaurants. “I am a vegan and there’s a number of really interesting restaurants I have been following on social media that I can’t wait to try.” ■ “Dream Lover – The Bobby Darin Musical” is currently playing at Arts Centre Melbourne’s State Theatre. Visit dreamlover.com.au for more information and tickets.

The Gelati Party Melbourne’s rich Italian heritage has put quality gelato at the forefront of the ice cream scene, writes Penny Watson.

IT’S STILL POSSIBLE to buy that irksomely multi-coloured bubble-gum flavoured ice cream, but it really should be illegal. Same goes for plain old chocolate, strawberry and vanilla. These days, with the rise of Melbourne’s crème-de-la crème gelateria and artisan ice-creameries, you’re more likely to find menus touting gourmet delights such as ‘strawberry, rose and cream’, ‘fresh mint with white chocolate’ and ‘fior de latte’. And that’s just for starters. Here we track down some of Melbourne’s most lickable treats.

PICCOLINA GELATERIA Pared-back painted brick walls and old speckled tiles give Piccolina (296 Smith Street, Collingwood; piccolinagelateria.com.au) a rusticity that sits happily with the sentimentality one experiences licking ice cream on a shop stool. This heavenly 1950s throwback in Collingwood is known for its raw and seasonal ingredients and a commitment to authentic Italian-style stracciatella (milk-based), granita and sorbetti flavours. Go classic 16 WHERE MELBOURNE I JANUARY 2018 I wheretraveler.com

with a lemon or strawberry and passionfruit, mix it up with a chocolate brownie (with 70 per cent cacao) or get addicted to artisan specialities such as the ‘bread, butter, and jam’, the constituent ingredients all lovingly made in-house. Kiddy-sized cones add to the old-days ambience. PIDAPIPO Fittingly located in the heartbeat of Melbourne’s Italian neighbourhood, Pidapipo (299 Lygon Street, Carlton; pidapipo.com.au) is the creation of Lisa Valmorbida, whose childhood foodie fantasy encouraged a sojourn at a gelato school in Italy that ultimately ended back home with the opening of this retro-funky authentic gelateria. The dozen or so milk-based (including Nutella swirl and pistachio) as well as dairy-free (including mojito and white peach) flavours are scooped, gooey and creamy, out of traditional lidded canisters—or pozzetti—that are sunk into the display counter. Choose cones or tubs pimped with toppings including hot Nutella (on tap), whipped cream, amarena cherries or fresh

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IL MELOGRANO Ask anyone in Northcote about decent gelato and they’ll direct you, always, to Il Melograno (76 High Street, Northcote; facebook.com/ ilmelogranomelbourne) a High Street café run by a family with Sicilian gelato running through their veins. Known for a complete devotion to natural flavours that includes painstakingly crushing, sourcing and cooking their own localised ingredients, Il Melograno showcases old recipes such as ‘orange-infused ricotta’, ‘chocolate and rosemary’, ‘Turkish hazelnut’ and ‘cinnamon’. The gelato counter is within a café serving breakfast and lunch, which makes this one of the few places you can get gelato before midday. Brunch, anyone?

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GELATO MESSINA We can thank Sydneysiders for this gelato juggernaut, which now has shops in three Melbourne hipster hotspots including Fitzroy, Windsor and Richmond (164 Swan Street, Richmond; gelatomessina.com). Messina is guilty of slavishly tempting and titillating the tastebuds of all who enter with glass counters that display decadent creamy iced mounds swirled with syrupy fruity flavours and sprinkled with nuts, cookie crumbs, choc chunks and the like. Delectable flavours range from traditional, including lemon, passionfruit and raspberry, to gourmet, such as salted caramel, to creatively deconstructed, including banoffee pie, lamington and iced vovo. Five new flavours come out of the Messina kitchen each week making resistance useless.

honeycomb fingers. Such is this place’s fanbase, Valmorbida has launched a new recipe book called “Gelato Eight Days a Week”. GELATERIA PRIMAVERA Word of mouth puts this understated Gelato Messina. inner-city gelateria (157 Spring Street, Melbourne; springstreetgrocer.com.au), located out the front of gourmet-laden Spring Street Grocery, on the best licks list. The sorbetti and gelati menu, hand-written on a scroll of brown paper that changes daily, lists favourites such as ‘fior de latte’ (milk, cream and caramelised sugar) and ‘chocolate and hazelnut’, but it’s the spiced-up new ingredients that pack the flavour punch and differentiate this place from the rest. You might try ‘yoghurt, rose and hibiscus’ or ‘cardamom and pistachio’ one day, and ‘coconut, mango and ginger’ or ‘ricotta and candied citruses’ the next.

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JANUARY IS FILLED WITH A WIDE RANGE OF EVENTS TO EXCITE AND INSPIRE. BY JENNY BURNS.

Midsumma Festival

This year’s Midsumma Festival, Victoria’s premiere queer arts and cultural festival, features over 170 events which promote and develop queer arts including theatre, dance, film, music, drag, sport, talks, visual art and parties. The festival includes 12 Midsumma Presents events, two new Event Hubs (Chapel Off Chapel and La Mama), new major venues (Melbourne Recital Centre and ACMI) and a new festival bar at Arts Centre Melbourne. Around 50 per cent of the program is free. The festival kicks off on 14 January with the Midsumma Carnival while the Pride March is being held on 28 January. Other highlights include “The Cocoa Butter Club: Midsumma Special”—a cabaret celebration of queer-and-trans-people of colour and queer First Nations artists. “We are Here” sees five contemporary artists bring to life queer histories drawn from State Library Victoria and Australia Lesbian and Gay Archives. The “Midsumma Comedy Extravaganza” features a line-up of queer comedy. The Midsumma Youth Spectacular is on at the Melba Spiegeltent (a collaboration with Minus18, Australia’s largest queer youth organisation) while Black Magic (in partnership with Incinerator Gallery) presents queer Indigenous voices in visual art.

Celebrating Chinese Culture at Sovereign Hill

14 January–4 February, various locations around Melbourne. 9296 6600. midsumma.org.au A new exhibition at Sovereign Hill’s Gold Museum features one of the most extensive Chinese artefact collections, and for the first time in over five decades, reawakens Loong, one of Australia’s oldest dragons. “Re-awakening the Dragon” showcases items once used by Ballarat’s Chinese community for social, cultural and religious ceremonies, including the spectacular processional dragon. Another highlight is parts of a processional lion, which, like the dragon, was used by the Chinese community to celebrate Queen Victoria’s 1897 Diamond Jubilee. The exhibition also includes costumes and banners used in the celebrations, which included a major procession. Chinese temple artefacts dating back to the 1850–1870s are also on display. Ongoing, Sovereign Hill’s Gold Museum, 3 Bradshaw Street, Ballarat. 5337 1199. sovereignhill.com.au 18 WHERE MELBOURNE I JANUARY 2018 I wheretraveler.com

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TUCKER ON SHOW AT HEIDE Heide Museum of Modern Art is staging “Albert Tucker: Australian Stories”, which explores Tucker’s interest in Australian myth and identity. Tucker began painting outback themes while living in Italy in the mid-1950s. This exhibition brings together paintings portraying a cast of legendary characters set within a harsh and alienating Australian landscape, among them Ned Kelly and the Wild Colonial Boy. Defying nationalist clichés, Tucker depicts these bushrangers not as heroic figures, but as lurking centaurs waiting to pounce on their prey. Ongoing, Tue–Sun 10am–5pm, Heide Museum of Modern Art, 7 Templestowe Road, Bulleen. 9850 1500. heide.com.au

Music in Mornington This year’s Peninsula Summer Music Festival (PSMF) sees more than 50 Australian and international artists performing in Mornington Peninsula churches and vineyards. International guest performers include France’s harpsichordist and Baroque specialist Aline Zylberajch and conductor, organist and harpsichordist Martin Gester along with celebrated Italian virtuosic guitarists, Massimo Scattolin and Andrea Vettoretti. Academy Showcase sees

Lucy Price and Meredith Beardmore present two classical period duos for flute and cello by Johann Vogel and Niccolò Dôthel. 1–8 January, various locations across Red Hill, Flinders, Balnarring and Moorooduc. 0431 058 328. peninsulafestival.com.au

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Albert Tucker, “John Batman and Eliza Callaghan”, synthetic polymer paint on composition board, 137 x 183 cm, Heide Museum of Modern Art. Gift of Barbara Tucker 2007.

New Zealand Fun at the Arts Centre “La Vie Dans Une Marionette” (Life In A Puppet), a gleeful, whimsical tale of a lonely pianist and the puppet he buys to keep him company, is on at Arts Centre Melbourne this month. Performed by award-winning New Zealand Company White Face Crew, “La Vie Dans Une Marionette” brings together physical theatre, comedy, dance and music in the European traditions of clowning and commedia dell’arte with a uniquely New Zealand flavour. 16–20 January, Fairfax Studio, Arts Centre Melbourne’s Fairfax Studio, 100 St Kilda Road, Melbourne. 1300 182 183. artscentremelbourne.com.au

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FUN FOR YOUNGSTERS AT SCIENCEWORKS Scienceworks’ new exhibition, “Ground Up: Building Big Ideas, Together” is a screen-free space aimed at allowing future innovators to develop foundational science, engineering and coding Photo: Ben Healley. skills. The exhibition has been created to immerse babies to five-year-olds in an imaginative world of sensory discovery and construction-play and ignite their lifelong engagement with science, technology, engineering and maths.

Ongoing, Scienceworks, 2 Booker Street, Spotswood. 13 11 02. museumvictoria.com.au/scienceworks

British Migration on Show at Immigration Museum The exhibition “British Migrants: Instant Australians?”, on at the Immigration Museum, spotlights British migration to Australia. Almost 1.5 million Brits migrated to Australia in the decades following World War II with hopes for a new life. With all the advantages of a shared language, culture and history, newcomers from Britain were expected to easily assimilate. However the reality of migration is never that simple. The exhibition explores the personal stories, social history and contemporary Burgoyne family Document of Identity impacts of this cohort of British with images of parents. Source: migrants on Australian society. Their Museums Victoria. Courtesy of backgrounds and experiences were Tony Burgoyne. more diverse than is often assumed. Among them are children, young adults and families, nurses, labourers, adventurers, returnees, musicians, and even a snake dancer. Ongoing, Immigration Museum, 400 Flinders Street, Melbourne. 13 11 02. museumsvictoria.com.au/immigrationmuseum

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‘Dream Lover’ at the Arts Centre “Dream Lover – The Bobby Darin Musical” is playing at Arts Centre Melbourne’s State Theatre. This colourful show reveals the life of Bobby Darin, the legendary American singer, songwriter and actor. Together with his movie star wife, Sandra Dee, Darin provided the soundtrack to a generation. As a result the production includes 34 hits from the 50s and 60s including “Mack the Knife”, “Beyond the Sea”, “Splish Splash” and the multimillion-seller “Dream Lover”. David Campbell is playing Bobby Darin while Hannah Fredericksen is Sandra Dee. Other stars of the show include Marina Prior who plays the dual roles of former showgirl Polly (Bobby Darin’s mother) and the ambitious, cutthroat Mary Douvan, Sandra Dee’s mother. Martin Crewes plays Steve Blauner, Darin’s oldest friend, biggest fan and longtime manager while Marney McQueen is Nina, Darin’s sister. Rodney Dobson plays Charlie, the partner of Nina, and a warm father figure to Darin. Ongoing, Arts Centre Melbourne’s State Theatre, 100 St Kilda Road, Melbourne. 1300 182 183. dreamlover.com.au

David Campbell as Bobby Darin. Photo: Brian Geach.

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‘THE UNBELIEVABLES’ ON SHOW World-renowned entertainers are performing in “The Unbelievables” at Arts Centre Melbourne’s Hamer Hall from 3 to 13 January. From the producers of “The Illusionists”, “Circus 1903” and “Le Noir”, “The Unbelievables” features death-defying acrobatics and aerial acts, illusions, comedy and award-winning ballroom dance, all backed by a six-piece swing orchestra. Hosted by famed New York stand-up comedian Harrison Greenbaum, stars of the family friendly show include magician Shin Lim, ventriloquist Jay Johnson, juggler Roberto Karlos and Sos and Victoria Petrosyan, who hold four Guinness World Records in High-Speed Costume Change Illusions. 3–13 January, Arts Centre Melbourne’s Hamer Hall, 100 St Kilda Road, Melbourne. 1300 182 183. artscentremelbourne.com.au

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The original and largest live celebrity tribute show, “Legends in Concert”, is playing at The Palms at Crown Melbourne from 17 January. Direct from Las Vegas, this internationally acclaimed production takes audiences on a journey through the songbooks of some of music’s most legendary singers with world-renowned tribute artists, a live band, dancers, lavish multimedia theatrical sets and authentic costumes. “Legends in Concert” tribute artists portray Tom Jones, Freddie Mercury, Elvis Presley, Whitney Houston, Michael Jackson, Cher, Lionel Richie and Dolly Parton. “Legends in Concert” made its Las Vegas debut in 1983 as an initial six-week engagement in the centre of the Las Vegas Strip. It is the longestrunning production show in Las Vegas’ history with its flagship show at the historic Flamingo Las Vegas Hotel and Casino. 17–28 January, The Palms at Crown, 8 Whiteman Street, Southbank. 136 100. ticketmaster.com.au

Fun in the Gardens The Australian Shakespeare Company is performing several plays during January. Shows on at the Royal Botanic Gardens include “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”, Shakespeare’s riotous ride through the interwoven world of lovers, fairies and fools. This new production is full of romantic comedy, exquisite poetry, fairy magic, clownish “Tinkerbell and the Dream Fairies”. characters, humour and crazy crossed paths that result in funny misadventures. The show starts at 8.30pm. On at the gardens at 10am and 6pm is “The Wind in the Willows”. This critically-acclaimed outdoor theatre production delivers music, songs and laughs. Playing from 2 January is “Tinkerbell and the Dream Fairies” at the Athenaeum Theatre. Aimed at children from ages three to eight, this is an interactive adventure full of activities, acrobatics, singing and dancing. Playing from 9 January at Rippon Lea House and Gardens is Lewis Carroll’s classic story “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland”. The production features fun audience participation while there’s also plenty of acrobatics, shouting, singing, dancing and riddles and rhymes. Ongoing during January, various locations around Melbourne. 8676 7511. dreamunderthestars.com.au

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POP-UP GLOBE A full-scale temporary working replica of one of the greatest theatres in history, the second Globe, has ‘popped-up’ in the newly christened Shakespeare Gardens, adjacent to the Sidney Myer Music Bowl. The theatre is hosting four classics including “As You Like It”, “Much Ado About Nothing”, “Othello” and “Henry V”. There’s also a specially-commissioned new show, “Around the Globe in 60 Minutes!”, which tells the history of the second Globe Theatre. Until 3 February, The Pop-up Globe, Sidney Myer Music Bowl, Kings Domain Gardens, Linlithgow Avenue, Melbourne. 1300 136 166. popupglobe.com.au

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‘ALADDIN THE MUSICAL’ SPARKLES Disney’s “Aladdin the Musical”, now playing at Her Majesty’s Theatre, sparkles in every way. There’s the shimmer created by the many sequined and gem encrusted opulent costumes and extravagant sets. Then there are the dazzling performances by the cast. Add to these pyrotechnics, very colourful, brilliantly choreographed dance routines and even a flying carpet and you can understand why “Aladdin” is described as one of the most lavish shows ever to tour Australia. Until 28 January, Her Majesty’s Theatre, 219 Exhibition Street, Melbourne. 132 849. ticketek.com.au

Ainsley Melham stars as Aladdin. Photo: Deen van Meer.

Priscilla at the Regent “Priscilla Queen of the Desert” opens at Melbourne’s Regent Theatre on 21 January. This iconic Australian musical is based on the Oscar-winning Australian film of the same name. It tells of three friends who hop aboard a battered old bus bound for Alice Springs to put on the show of a lifetime. Their epic journey is a heart-warming story of self-discovery, sassiness and acceptance. Like the movie, the stage show features plenty of glitter, an array of more than 500 costumes, 200 headdresses and a nonstop hit parade of dance-floor classics including “It’s Raining Men”, “I will Survive” and “Finally”. The production stars Tony Sheldon as Bernadette, David Harris as Tick and Euan Doidge as Felicia. Supporting these three leads are Robert Grubb as outback mechanic Bob, Emma Powell as burly bartender Shirl, Blake Appelqvist as Miss Understanding, Adele Parkinson as hotel entertainment manager Marion, Angelique Cassimatis, Samm Hagen and Cle Morgan as sassy disco singers The Divas and Lena Cruz as Bob’s wife Cynthia. From 21 January, Regent Theatre, 191 Collins Street, Melbourne. 1300 11 10 11. priscillathemusical.com.au

‘Curious Incident’ Comes To Melbourne The Melbourne Theatre Company is staging the Australian premiere of “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time” at Arts Centre Melbourne’s Playhouse Theatre. The five-time Tony Award and seven-time Olivier Award-winning global sensation from London’s National Theatre is adapted by Simon Stephens from Mark Haddon’s international best-selling novel. “Curious Incident’s” combination of storytelling and spectacle is brought to life by award-winning director Marianne Elliott (“War Horse”). Renowned for its staging, this production features a full UK cast. “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time” follows the story of 15-year-old Christopher Boone. He has an extraordinary brain—is exceptional at maths—while ill-equipped to interpret everyday life. He has never ventured alone beyond the end of his road, he detests being touched and he distrusts strangers. But his detective work, forbidden by his father, takes Christopher on a

frightening journey that turns his world upside down. Arts Centre Melbourne is running numerous workshops and talks in conjunction with the play. From 11 January, Arts Centre Melbourne’s Playhouse Theatre, 100 St Kilda Road, Melbourne. 8688 0800. mtc.com.au

Joshua Jenkins as Christopher Boone. Photo: Brinkhoff Mögenburg.

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EXHIBITIONS

BY JENNY BURNS

BALLARAT’S ‘ROMANCING THE SKULL’

Hassan Hajjaj, “Donovan stylin’” 2016. Digital type C print on aluminium and polyethylene, painted rubber, wood, plastic and synthetic polymer resin, ed. 1/10. Collection of the artist. © Hassan Hajjaj. Image courtesy Hassan Hajjaj.

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NGV Triennial Show

The inaugural “NGV Triennial” showcases major works by more than 100 artists and designers from 32 countries across all four levels of NGV International. The artists and designers have been selected for their diversity and dynamism of practice, including those embracing cutting edge technologies—from 3D printing to robotics, as well as performance, film, painting, drawing, installation and fashion design, tapestry and sculpture. Highlights of the free exhibition include a number of world-premiere NGV-led commissions, including a major new participatory work by Yayoi Kusama (Japan) in which visitors ‘obliterate’ a room with flowers. There’s also a 15.8-metre-long reclining Buddha sculpture adorned with 3D scanned and cast replicas of classical Greco-Roman sculptures by Xu Zhen (China), creating a meeting of Eastern and Western art traditions. Ongoing, NGV International, 180 St Kilda Road, Melbourne. 8620 2222. ngv.vic.gov.au 26 WHERE MELBOURNE I JANUARY 2018 I wheretraveler.com

Rona Green, “Leonid”, 2008. Linocut and intaglio. Courtesy of the artist.

Art Gallery of Ballarat’s exhibition “Romancing the Skull” is a celebration of all things related to the skull. It examines its power as a symbol representing death, danger, rebellion, defiance and a ‘devil-may-care’ view of life itself. While skulls and skeletons take centre stage, the exhibition also takes sideways glances at historic imagery such as medieval Dances of Death, pirate flags, poison bottles and tattoo art. More than 20 prints by Mexican artist José Guadalupe Posada (1852–1913), long associated with the Day of the Dead, are on show to Australian audiences for the first time. Other exhibition highlights include a woodcut print from the renowned Nuremberg Chronicle of 1493 depicting one of the earliest “Danse Macabre”

(Dance of Death) images and Australian artist Shaun Gladwell’s Virtual Reality work “Orbital Vanitas”, 2016, which debuted at the Sundance Film Festival earlier this year. There are also works commissioned specially for the exhibition by Fiona Hall, Reko Rennie and Sally Smart and contemporary Australian artists Sam Jinks, Rona Green and Ben Quilty. Until 28 January, daily 10am–5pm, Art Gallery of Ballarat, 40 Lydiard Street North, Ballarat. 5320 5858. artgalleryofballarat.com.au

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Old Treasury Spotlights Conscription

‘INSIDE OUT’ AT MELBOURNE MUSEUM

The Old Treasury Building’s latest exhibition, “A Nation Divided: the Great War and Conscription”, tells the story of Conscription during the First World War. The debate over conscription was amongst the most bitter, divisive and violent ever to consume the nation. From 1916– 1917 thousands of impassioned speeches were made, endless newspaper columns were written, and mass meetings and huge rallies were held throughout Australia. Two referendums were held, the first in 1916 then another in 1917. On each occasion a majority of Australians voted ‘No’. In the end Australia was one of few combatant nations to field an army comprised entirely of volunteers. The exhibition includes posters and other materials from the time.

“Inside Out”, Melbourne Museum’s summer exhibition, is all about the stories objects tell and the way they make you feel. “Inside Out” reimagines 350 objects chosen for their beauty, eccentricity and remarkable stories. Items never before displayed, such as the first Black Box flight recorder prototype and H.L. White’s highly significant, beautiful egg collection, join popular favourites like internet meme sensation “Sad Otter”. You can hear personal stories from characters including local tattoo artist Clare Hampshire, Indigenous drag queen Doreen Manganini and Egyptologist Dr Colin Hope. The experience incorporates an interactive, site-specific social audio tour with a disco-synth theme track.

Ongoing, Sun–Fri 10am–4pm, Old Treasury Building, 20 Spring Street, Melbourne. 9651 2233. otb.org.au

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Hollywood Glamour at Bendigo Bendigo Art Gallery is staging “The Costume Designer: Edith Head and Hollywood”. The exhibition honours the life and work of multiple Academy Award-winning costume designer Edith Head, considered the most significant costume designer in the history of cinema. It brings together more than 70 of her costumes, from the 1930s to the 1960s, gleaned from the archives of Paramount, the Collection of Motion Picture Costume Design and other private collections. The exhibition features garments worn by such names as Shirley Temple, Gloria Swanson, Veronica Lake, Olivia De Havilland, Jane Russell, Audrey Hepburn, Fred Astaire and Yul Brynner. Films highlighted in the exhibition include “The Ten Commandments”, “Samson and Delilah”, “The Emperor Waltz”, “Sunset Boulevard”, “Vertigo”, “I Walk Alone”, “The Heiress”, “The Lady Eve”, “A Place in the Sun”, “Here Come the Girls” and “Little Miss Marker”.

Edith Head with seven Academy Awards on the stairs to her salon at Paramount Pictures. Photo: © Paramount Pictures.

Until 21 January, daily 10am–5pm, Bendigo Art Gallery, 42 View Street, Bendigo. 5434 6088. www.bendigoartgallery.com.au

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STREET OF STYLE ENJOY COLLINS STREET’S STUNNING ARCHITECTURE, AND FASCINATING HISTORY, AS YOU SNAP UP STYLISH BARGAINS AND TERRIFIC TREATS. COLLINS STREET exudes style and

glamour. It’s a boulevard of chic designer shopping, five-star hotels, exclusive jewellers, grand heritage buildings, churches, theatres and private clubs. It’s Melbourne’s premier commercial streetscape with a number of Australia’s largest corporations calling Collins Street home and it has also been the setting for some of Australia’s best known paintings. While there have been many changes over the years with the construction of a number of modern buildings, its fine nineteenth-century heritage is still strongly evident. Then there are the wonderful plane trees, which line the street looking particularly stunning at night under lights.

One of the reasons for Collins Street’s continual appeal is its ability to change with the times. Since 1837 it has been rebuilt several times. It’s also been extended— the last occurring with the continuation of the street across Spencer Street railway lines and into Docklands. However what hasn’t changed is the street’s appeal as both a business and leisure hub. A Collins Street address is still coveted by major businesses and professionals. The Regent and Athenaeum Theatres continue to attract theatregoers from around the world while worshippers flock to its three historic churches—the Collins Street Baptist Church, St Michael’s Uniting Church and Scots' Church.

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Given the quality of their neighbours, several luxury hotels fit perfectly in the mix including Novotel Melbourne on Collins, Sofitel Melbourne on Collins, Grand Hyatt Melbourne and The Westin Melbourne. Delicious food is on offer on Collins Street. For pralines, gelato, gateaux and chocolate, you won’t go past Gânache Chocolate Lounge. With its European ambience and impeccable service, they have the widest range of handmade chocolate products in Melbourne. The section between Swanston and Elizabeth Streets features a number of historic and more recently built arcades which are home to a huge selection of chain

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Gray Reid Gallery specialises in creating exceptional fine jewellery and object d’art from their collection of precious gemstones; a carved opal from Lightning Ridge in the form of a jellyfish and a plique a jour enamel, diamond and opal brooch by Tony Williams.

and concept stores selling clothing and homewares. Here you’ll also find the Block Arcade. This arcade between Collins and Elizabeth Streets has been one of the places to go shopping since it was built back in the 1890s. It comes as no surprise to discover the Block is classified by the National Trust and is on the register of the National Estate. There’s so much interest in the Arcade that guided historic tours are on offer.

The Block is also home to one of Melbourne’s most historic tearooms. Lady Hopetoun, haughty wife of the popular Victorian governor Lord Hopetoun, founded a Victorian Ladies’ Work Association which established tearooms at number 6 Block Arcade in 1893. The association disbanded in 1907 but the tearooms named after its founder have survived in their original location to this day. Hopetoun Tea Rooms is one of more than 30 fascinating outlets within the

arcade, offering everything from the latest fashion to unique gifts. Then there is the shopping. From as early as anyone can remember, Collins Street has been the place to shop. Today it’s no different, the only change being the sheer number of options. Serious fashion buyers with few budgetary restraints can be found browsing the many stylish boutiques at the top end of Collins (also referred to as the Paris end) between Spring and Swanston Streets.

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Labels such as Prada, Giorgio Armani, Max Mara, Ermenegildo Zegna, Ralph Lauren, Gucci, Louis Vuitton and Hermès await their loving fans in their signature stores. Shops such as Made in Milan and Cose Ipanema are must visits for those in search of a perfect outfit while Paul Smith has chosen to open his first Australian

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store here. Hugo Boss and Kookai also have many fans. Tucked away from the hustle and bustle, Collins 234 is home to iconic local and international brands such as Braun Büffel, Hannii, Indigo and SABA, as well as indulgent health and beauty stores like Skin Deep Beauty Therapy. St. Collins Lane is one of Melbourne’s premier shopping destinations. Edgy and fashionable, it is home to international and local designer brands such as Coach, TAG Heuer, Sandro, Maje, DÉCLIC, Calibre, Birkenstock, and Debenhams. Visit Roxanne Fashions for an affordable and exclusive range of designer mix and match coordinates that have a modern point of difference. The Roxanne brand prides itself on having exclusive Australian made garments. They also sell other leading brands including Verge, Not Your Daughter’s Jeans, Seven Sisters and Joseph Ribkoff. Shoe lovers are equally well catered for, with Peter Sheppard and Dolce and Gabbana all popular with visitors and locals alike. Many top jewellers also call Collins Street home including Georg Jensen, Bvlgari, Montblanc, Paspaley, Tiffany & Co. and The Hour Glass, which stocks a fine collection of luxury watches. Stop by Franco Jewellers for a great range of high quality watches, including U-Boat timepieces from Italy, and Effy Jewellery from New York. The Gray Reid Jewellery Gallery located in a heritage listed showroom displays and

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retails an exclusive collection of antique and contemporary jewellery. The Gallery also deals in interesting collectables and object d’art. As a member of the Gold and Silversmiths Guild of Australia, Gray Reid Gallery showcases and sells the diverse work of fellow jewellers. Engagement rings, celebration pieces and fine Australiana are a speciality. Many of Australia’s finest jewellers are available. The Gallery truly have something for everyone. The onsite workshops allow for a personalised service in making, repair and remodelling. With continually changing exhibitions, there is always something new and exciting to buy. Treat yourself to Melbourne’s finest locally made luxury. Ashley Jewellers, located at the 'Paris end' of Collins Street, is recognised locally and internationally for its jewellery of distinction with a unique style and reputation for quality and individuality of design. They specialise in Australian white and gold South Sea pearls, black Tahitian pearls, diamonds and precious gemstones, and high quality Australian opals featured in contemporary trendsetting designs which create modern day masterpieces that will be cherished for eternity. Another welcome addition to the ‘Paris end’ of Collins Street is Paspaley’s elegant new boutique. Featuring their distinctive ‘pearl cascade’ and glowing light box, visitors can experience the beauty of Australian South Sea pearls. Centreway Arcade features numerous high-end boutiques and bookstores. If you’re after a special gift, then you can’t go past Temelli Jewellery. They offer a beautiful range of engagement rings, fine diamond jewellery and rings, natural coloured gems, Willie Creek Australian South Sea Pearls and Australian Argyle Pink Diamonds. Temelli also showcase a range of Swiss Watches including 88 Rue Du Rhone, Aerowatch, Rotary Watches and Edox Swiss Watches With eye-catching pieces, and a passion for quality, we guarantee you will love your Temelli creation. It’s this mixture of old and new, whether it be architecture or fashion labels which makes Collins Street so fascinating to explore, no matter what your budget, age or interest.

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JEWELLERY AN ARRAY OF FABULOUS JEWELLERY CAN BE FOUND IN MELBOURNE—YOU JUST NEED TO KNOW WHERE TO LOOK!

n GRAY REID GALLERY. The Gray Reid Jewellery Gallery designs and retails fine jewels and interesting collectables. As a member of the Gold & Silversmiths Guild of Australia the Gallery showcases and sells the diverse work of fellow jewellers. Engagement rings, celebration pieces and fine Australiana are available. The onsite workshops allow a personalised custom service in making, repair and re-modelling. Continually changing exhibitions ensure there is always something new and exciting to view. 156 Collins Street, Melbourne. 9650 7700. grayreidgallery.com.au

IMP JEWELLERY. Established in 1974, IMP Jewellery specialises in quality handmade diamond jewellery including engagement rings, earrings, pendants, diamond set bracelets, and bangles that are designed in-house and made in their Melbourne workshop. Sapphire, ruby, and emerald jewellery is complemented with South Sea, Tahitian and gold pearls. They also offer a remodelling service or you can even trade your old jewellery in for a more contemporary design. 455 Toorak Road, Toorak. 9826 1835. impjewellery.com.au

Morganite and Diamond Ring from Temelli Jewellery.

n ASHLEY JEWELLERS. The opal is the essence of Australian colour in jewellery. Each piece is set in platinum and other precious metals to suit a specific design and budget. Ashley Jewellers is the destination for exclusive pieces including Australian black, boulder and white fire opals, Australian white and gold South Sea pearls, black Tahitian pearls, precious gemstone and diamond jewellery. 85 Collins Street, Melbourne. 9654 4866. ashleyopals.com.au n CHARLES ROSE. The pinnacle of the art of jewellery is hand drawing a design, sourcing the finest materials and then crafting individual pieces by hand. This is the speciality of Charles Rose, featuring diamond jewellery that is original and exquisite, down to the finest detail. Superb customer service, a beautiful range to select from (or have made to order) and a lifetime guarantee.

415 Bourke Street, Melbourne. 9642 8989. 546 Collins Street, Melbourne. 9614 4455. 107 Swanston Street, Melbourne. 9650 3330. charlesrose.com.au n FRANCO JEWELLERS. Established over 40 years ago, Franco Jewellers is family owned and prides itself on offering the highest quality jewellery and exceptional service in a prestigious environment. They provide the opportunity to purchase fine jewellery designed in-house along with well-known brands such as Kailis Pearls, Gucci watches and jewellery, U-boat watches, Burberry watches, Effy collection from New York and Lester Brand designs. Suite 904, Level 9, 220 Collins Street, Melbourne. 9663 5751. Shop 479, Chadstone Shopping Centre, 1341 Dandenong Road, Chadstone. 9564 7755. franco.com.au

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JAMES ALFREDSON. Located at historic Howey Place, this family-run boutique salon specialises in antique and estate jewellery, from the Georgian period to Art Deco to the 1960s. Their exquisite collection includes French, English, American and Australian jewellery. James Alfredson’s boutique salon provides personalised service with the opportunity to acquire distinctive and desirable antique and estate jewellery to complement today’s fashions and lifestyles. 26 Howey Place (walk through 234 Collins Street), Melbourne. 9671 3955. jamesalfredson.com

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LIGHTNING RIDGE OPAL MINES.

Lightning Ridge Opal Mines has more than 40 years’ experience in mining, cutting and retailing opal, and currently has mining operations in Lightning Ridge and Coober Pedy. Lightning Ridge Opal Mines offers a range of beautiful opal jewellery and unset opals. Choose your own unset opal and let their jeweller create a beautiful setting. 63 Elizabeth Street, Melbourne. 9654 4444. opals.net.au n MDTDESIGN. MDTdesign create 21st-century pieces of handmade jewellery, each one meticulously handcrafted by their on-site jewellers. This Melbourne design house specialises in individually handmade pieces of precious diamond engagement rings and diamond jewellery. Whether your aesthetic leans towards the traditional or contemporary, MDTdesign can create a piece to suit your taste in a vast array of precious metals and stones. 166 Swanston Street, Melbourne. 9654 6805. mdtdesign.com.au n

THE NATIONAL OPAL COLLECTION.

No gemstone captures the imagination quite like the opal with its lustrous fiery colours. Part showroom, part museum, The National Opal Collection not only has a huge array of opals and jewellery for sale but also shows how opals came to be formed over millions of years. The spectacular showroom displays Australia’s largest range of exquisite opals and opal jewellery. Level 1, 119 Swanston Street, Melbourne. 9662 3524. nationalopal.com

Ashley Jewellers.

gold, this new model is driven by a selfwinding mechanical movement entirely manufactured by Rolex with a patented complication to display the moonphases. The Cellini Moonphase is fitted on a brown alligator leather strap with a folding Crownclasp in 18ct Everose gold, a first for a Cellini model. Watches of Switzerland, 85 Collins Street, Melbourne. 9663 3303. rolex.com SECRETS. Secrets steps away from the traditional jewellery retail experience by encouraging its customers to be creative with their stunning designs. Their timeless, classic designs are just a small portion of Secrets’ ever changing collection. From bold, colourful designs to statement

n TAG HEUER. Unveiled in 2015, the TAG Heuer Carrera Calibre Heuer 01 is the Swiss watchmaker’s signature Chronograph. With a 45m steel modular case and a contemporary sports design, this dynamic timepiece features TAG Heuer’s in-house Caliber Heuer 01 movement. Available from TAG Heuer boutiques and online. 260 Collins Street, Melbourne. 8621 8500. tagheuer.com.au

TEMELLI JEWELLERY. Temelli is a stunning boutique of exclusive design and quality jewellery. Temelli offers a beautiful range of diamond jewellery, coloured gems, and a unique range of natural fancy coloured diamonds, including internationally certified Australian Argyle Pink Diamonds. Temelli Jewellery is the exclusive agent in Melbourne for Willie Creek Australian South Sea Pearls and showcases Swiss Timepieces including 88 Rue Du Rhone, Aerowatch, Rotary and Edox Swiss Watches. Temelli are specialists in custom design and manufacture their beautiful collection in their own Melbourne CBD workshop. Tax-free purchase is available to international clients. Shop 1, Centreway Arcade, 259 Collins Street, Melbourne. 9639 5556. tj.net.au n

ROCHI’S OPALS. For quality opals visit Rochi’s Opals in the heart of Melbourne. The Rochi family has specialised in Australian opals since 1901. Rochi’s Opals have a superb range of Australian opals for you to choose from. Their highly trained staff will advise you on just the right opal to suit your taste and budget. Purchases are tax-free for overseas visitors. 168 Swanston Street, Melbourne. 9654 6446. 210 Little Collins Street, Melbourne. 9654 4258. rochisopals.com

n ROLEX. A new watch, the Cellini Moonphase, with an exclusive display of the phases of the moon, joins the Cellini collection. In a 39mm case in 18ct Everose

pieces Secrets has plenty of wonderful styles to make you look and feel glamorous, whatever the season! Shop 16, Royal Arcade, 331–337 Bourke Street Mall, Melbourne. 9639 0383. Level 1, Shop 243, Chadstone Shopping Centre, 1341 Dandenong Road, Chadstone. 9568 4055. secrets-shhh.com

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WHERE TO SHOP MELBOURNE HAS LONG BEEN REGARDED AS AUSTRALIA’S FASHION CAPITAL. SPEND SOME TIME WANDERING OUR STREETS AND YOU’LL SEE WHY.

CBD SHOPPING THE BLOCK ARCADE. The Block Arcade is a true Collins Street treasure. Built on the site of the original Georges Store, The Block at 282 Collins Street opened in 1892, with the Elizabeth Street wing following some 10 months later. See over thirty fascinating shops including the stylish Roxanne Fashions, The Hopetoun Tea Rooms and Haigh’s Chocolates. 282 Collins Street, Melbourne. 9654 5244. theblock.com.au n

BOURKE STREET MALL. Bourke Street Mall is Melbourne’s true retail heart, linking both Swanston and Elizabeth Streets. Wander through the bustling city shoppers and fill your arms with numerous bags, ranging from department stores like David Jones and Myer to fashion retailers like Zara and Cue. Bourke Street, Melbourne. bourkestreet.com.au n

n EMPORIUM MELBOURNE. Located in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD, Emporium Melbourne is a reimagined modern day shopping mecca that boasts four first-to-Australia brands, over 24 Melbourne flagship stores and the largest collection of Australian designers under one roof, with 225 high street fashion and food brands. Stores now open include Muji, Alice McCall, Aquila, Converse and Laura Ashley. 287 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne. 8609 8221. emporiummelbourne.com.au

COLLINS 234. Tucked away from the hustle and bustle, Collins 234 is the perfect stop for those wanting a break from the daily grind. Collins 234 is home to iconic local and international brands such as Braun Büffel, Hannii, Indigo and SABA, as well as indulgent health and beauty stores. Be treated like a local as you browse the fashion and speciality stores, in peaceful and light filled surroundings reminiscent of art deco grandeur. Whether you have five minutes or 50, Collins 234 is the perfect CBD shopping destination. 234 Collins Street, Melbourne. 8539 3000. collins234.com.au

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Designer Jewellery • Memorable Treasures • Corporate Gifts

85 Collins Street Melbourne Victoria Australia 3000 Phone: (03) 9654 4866 Fax: (03) 9654 4889

www.ashleyopals.com.au Email: ashley@ashleyopals.com.au

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n ST. COLLINS LANE. Melbourne’s premium shopping destination, St. Collins Lane, is what Melbourne fashion is all about, dressing up and dressing down. It continues the tradition of Collins Street exclusivity, but connects you to Melbourne’s edgy laneway culture. Feel like you’re in the emerald city as you are surrounded by the one-of-a-kind light feature as you shop international and local designer brands such as Coach, TAG Heuer, Sandro, Maje, DÉCLIC, Calibre, Birkenstock, and Debenhams. 260 Collins Street, Melbourne. stcollinslane.com

THE STRAND MELBOURNE. Located right in the heart of Melbourne’s shopping precinct, The Strand Melbourne is between the laneways and arcades that Melbourne is famous for. A multi-million dollar redevelopment and some of the best names in retail, including DinosaurDesigns and Gorman, make this one of Melbourne’s top shopping destinations. Cnr Elizabeth Street and Little Bourke Street, Melbourne. 9290 0200. thestrandmelbourne.com.au

Spencer Outlet Centre.

COLLINS STREET. A trip to Melbourne isn’t complete without a visit to Collins Street. Filled with national and international shopping boutiques, along with an array of hotels, restaurants and theatres, there is something for everyone. Be sure to stop at the famous ‘Paris End’ of Collins Street to check out flagship stores, such as Tiffany & Co. and Louis Vuitton. Collins Street, Melbourne. 9639 4078. collinsstreet.com.au

HOWEY PLACE. This roofed laneway,

which runs off Little Collins Street, west of Swanston Street, is home to a variety of designer and shopping boutiques. It’s here you’ll find specialist jewellers James Alfredson and iconic handbag and luggage designers Spencer and Rutherford. On the fashion front don’t miss Australian style makers Smooth, European-influenced Mon Amore Paris and accessories maven Oroton. n

MELBOURNE CENTRAL. This huge

shopping centre boasts fashion, restaurants, entertainment, beauty services and much more. Retailers include Calvin Klein Jeans, Esprit, French Connection, GAP, Levi’s, Nike, Sass & Bide, Tommy Hilfiger and many more. Cnr La Trobe and Swanston Street, Melbourne. 9922 1100. melbournecentral.com.au

MELBOURNE’S GPO. Melbourne’s GPO is a world-class, contemporary retail, fashion destination. It is home to the Australian flagship store of Swedish fashion retail giant H&M. 350 Bourke Street, Melbourne. 9290 0200. melbournesgpo.com

n QV MELBOURNE. QV is a city within a city that represents the quintessential Melbourne lifestyle. Intimate laneways in the urban precinct give shoppers the freedom to wander and discover the eclectic mix of shops, cafés and restaurants at their own pace. Cnr Lonsdale and Swanston Streets, Melbourne. 9207 9200. qv.com.au

SPENCER OUTLET CENTRE. Conveniently located right next to Southern Cross Station, Etihad Stadium and above the busy Skybus Terminal, Spencer Outlet Centre is Melbourne CBD’s largest outlet centre. With over 110 stores including all the brands you know and love, a visit to Spencer Outlet Centre is a must for all fashion and bargain conscious shoppers. Big brand stores include Cotton On Mega Store, Harris Scarfe and TK Maxx. To receive a copy of the Centre’s VIP Tourists Rewards book and receive exclusive discount offers, visit Centre Management. 201 Spencer Street, Docklands. 8689 7577. spenceroutletcentre.com.au

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DEPARTMENT STORES DAVID JONES. David Jones is the oldest department store in the world that’s still operating under its own name. An Australian institution, its fashion shows are the main highlight of every fashion season. Here is where you will find a range of top Australian fashion designers like Camilla and Carla Zampatti. 310 Bourke Street, Melbourne. 9643 2222. davidjones.com.au

n MYER. Myer is Australia’s largest department store group. They stock everything from fashion, accessories, beauty and fragrances to electrical goods and homewares. They have placed their foot solidly in the fashion and style stakes for over 100 years offering a wide range of Australia’s top fashion designers. 314–336 Bourke Street, Melbourne. 8609 7500. myer.com.au

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Collins 234â€”The perfect destination for CBD shopping TUCKED AWAY FROM the hustle and bustle, yet nestled in the heart of the CBD, Collins 234 is where the CBD locals go. Just a few steps from the corner of Collins and Swanston Streets, and accessible from the iconic Howey Place, Collins 234 is the perfect stop for those wanting a break from the daily grind. Only have a little time for some life admin? Health and beauty appointments at Skin Deep Beauty Therapy and Victorian Laser & Skin Clinic will have you looking and feeling fresh. Pop your favourite outfit in for a trim and mend with Alterations Now, or take a well-earned break with a book and a latte at the expansive Dymocks store. Collins 234 is home to iconic local and international brands such as Braun BĂźffel, Hannii, Indigo and SABA. Be treated like a local as you browse the fashion and speciality stores, in peaceful and light filled surroundings reminiscent of art deco grandeur. Looking for a last minute gift? Grab some sparkle from Trewarne Fine Jewellery or Sophie Catherine. Box up a cheeky pair of winter boots for yourself at Mollini or craft the perfect winter scarf with fine wool from Morris & Sons. Whether you have five minutes or 50, Collins 234 is the perfect CBD shopping destination. collins234.com.au

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SHOPPING PRECINCTS BRIDGE ROAD, RICHMOND. A desirable destination for smart, thrifty, shoppers with an eye for a unique buy. Bridge Road’s range of quality garments means the iconic precinct has earned its reputation as a top-to-toe fashion experience encompassing quality everyday wear, allbudget formal and bridal couture, popular brand names, beauticians, salons, spas and much more. Bridge Road, Richmond. bridgerd.com.au

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CHAPEL STREET. A Melbourne shopping experience isn’t complete without a trip to Chapel Street. From South Yarra to Prahran to Windsor, the street is lined with wellknown fashion labels, unique boutiques, cafés, restaurants and bars. There’s cinemas and shopping at the Jam Factory and don’t miss funky Greville Street. Chapel Street, South Yarra, Prahran and Windsor. chapelstreet.com.au

boutique wedding dress experience, however it has so much more to offer than bridal shopping. From cafés that serve art on a plate, speciality wine bars and restaurants, stunning interior stores, the finest beauty salons, inspiring health studios and boutique and highend fashion stores. No matter your individual taste, style, desire or needs, this is the ultimate street to visit in Melbourne for a fabulous morning, day or night out. High Street, Armadale. highstreetarmadale.com.au

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■ HIGH STREET, ARMADALE. High Street Armadale is iconically renowned for being Melbourne’s hot spot for the ultimate

■ SOUTHGATE. The Southgate shopping experience provides an eclectic mix of what makes Melbourne the style capital of Australia. From fashion and accessories through to homewares and gifts, Southgate’s diverse collection of retailers offers unique designs and products to catch your eye and take your breath away including beautiful fashion, exquisite jewellery, crafted artisan accessories and gorgeous décor. Banks of the Yarra River, Melbourne. 9686 1000. southgatemelbourne.com.au ■

TOORAK ROAD, SOUTH YARRA.

On Toorak Road it’s all about speciality shops —outstanding fashion at Cose Ipanema and Et Al, handmade designs, superb cafés like Gânache Chocolate Lounge, brilliant restaurants and bars, exciting galleries, designer products, the finest leather goods, homewares, special gifts and a myriad of services. Toorak Road, South Yarra. toorakroadsouthyarra.com.au ■ TOORAK VILLAGE, TOORAK. Toorak Village is full of fascinating shops, fine dining and sunny street cafés. Spend some time exploring Toorak Village and you’ll see why the term village is so apt. There are more than 50 fashion, shoe, jewellery and accessory boutiques offering a wide range of both local and imported designer wares, including jewellery specialists IMP Jewellery and fashion house Mon Amore Paris. Toorak Village, Toorak Road, Toorak. toorakvillage.com.au

SWEET TREATS GÂNACHE CHOCOLATE LOUNGE. A visit to Gânache Chocolate Lounge is a must for chocolate lovers. Enjoy their

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Gânache Chocolates.

exquisite European-style chocolate and patisserie, handmade here in Melbourne. Both their stores boast stunning displays of beautifully handcrafted pralines made with the finest couverture chocolate as well as an extensive range including decadent chocolate bars, chocolate coated delights, speciality hot chocolate and chocolate High Teas. 250 Toorak Road, South Yarra. 9804 7485. 245 Collins Street, Melbourne. 9650 8388. ganache.com.au

FASHION COSE IPANEMA. Cose Ipanema has gained an international reputation as one of the finest boutiques in Australia. The Cose Ipanema stable includes Dries van Noten, Lost & Found, HIGH, Ms Min, I’M Isola Marras, PAUW Amsterdam, Antonio Marras, Wunderkind, Sharon Wauchob, Uma Wang and Simone Rocha. 113 Collins Street, Melbourne. 9650 3457. Shop 2, 177 Toorak Road, South Yarra. 9826 4900. Shop 3, 177 Toorak Road, South Yarra. 9827 4665. coseipanema.com

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■ ET AL. Et Al is one of Melbourne’s most accomplished brands with a cult following as an Australian label well known for its relaxed tailoring and timeless pieces that transcend gender, age and calibre. Fluid and flattering lines, quality fabrication and thoughtful detailing are tailored to a lifestyle and a presence that work in synchrony with the garments. The staff are enlightening and provide a personalised styling service with extensive knowledge of the Et Al aesthetic. 1003 High Street, Armadale. 9822 1777. 714 Glenferrie Road, Hawthorn. 9815 0703. 1A and 1B, 268 Flinders Lane, Melbourne. 9650 4554. 125 Toorak Road, South Yarra. 9820 2088. etal-australia.com

and imported from Europe as well as from Australia and New Zealand’s best designers, while the interior furnishings and décor items are exclusively designed in-house, or sourced from Europe. Marti Portfolio have rounded up the best to uncover a world of inspiration you won’t find anywhere else. 1018 High Street, Armadale. 9500 8894. marti.com.au

ROXANNE FASHIONS. Roxanne sells an affordable and exclusive range of designer mix and match coordinates. They stock Australian made garments in conjunction with other international labels including Joseph Ribkoff, Verge, Not Your Daughter’s Jeans and Seven Sisters. See their ad on page 31 to receive a 10% discount for the month of January. 304 Little Collins Street, Melbourne.

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■ JENNEN. JENNEN is the exclusive retailer of men’s height-increasing footwear in Australia. JENNEN has helped over 50,000 men stand more confidently and walk taller, from Australian celebrities, politicians and businessmen, to students, bachelors and grooms. Since its establishment in 2007, its unique products have stimulated conversation on Australia’s radio stations as well as in newspapers and publications all around the country. JENNEN handcrafted leather shoes offer a cushioned height-increase of 5cm to 10cm, without compromising style or comfort. They also sell height-increasing shoe lift insoles that can be inserted into regular shoes for extra height. While you’re in Melbourne, be sure to visit their unique boutique, just two kilometres from the Melbourne City Centre. 91 Johnston Street, Collingwood. 9078 7938. Free delivery Australia-wide and express delivery worldwide. TALLER.com.au ■ MADE IN MILAN. Made In Milan specialises in both men’s and ladies’ imported designer clothing. You will find some of the world’s top fashion brands at importer’s prices including Moschino, Cavalli, Versace, D&G, Replay, Dsquared and Shi 4. With a buyer in Florence continually sourcing the hottest Italian designs, fashion followers will always find the latest formal and casual attire at Made In Milan. Georges on Collins, Shop 1, 162 Collins Street, Melbourne. 9654 4626. madeinmilan.net ■ MARTI PORTFOLIO. Marti Portfolio on High Street, Armadale is your one-stop-shop for homewares, fashion and accessories. The fashion in store is uniquely individual

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MARKETS n

THE ROSE STREET ARTISTS’ MARKET.

The Rose Street Artists’ Market is where those ‘in the know’ find Melbourne’s best art and design talent. There’s everything from art, photography, fashion, jewellery, accessories, homewares, collectables, emerging designers, vintage pieces, tasty treats, cool beats, bike hire and much more. 60 Rose Street, Fitzroy. Sat and Sun 11am–5pm. 9419 5529. rosestmarket.com.au ST KILDA ESPLANADE MARKET. Every Sunday since 1970, the St Kilda Esplanade Market has been the destination for those searching for something special. Meet more than 140 artisans offering an exciting range of contemporary artworks. These goods include quality handmade artworks made from wood, glass, paper, resin and recycled materials. Upper Esplanade St Kilda, between Cavell and Fitzroy Streets. Sun 10am–5pm. stkildaesplanademarket.com.au n

Spencer & Rutherford.

9663 4247. 109 Swanston Street, Melbourne. 9639 6134. The Block Arcade, 102 Elizabeth Street, Melbourne. 9654 5051. 280 Doncaster Road, Balwyn North. 9816 4411. roxannefashions.com.au n SMOOTH. Smooth is Australia’s premier age positive, size positive brand. Designers Amanda Owens and Catherine McQuade met in the 80s when Cathy’s pop group Deckchairs Overboard played at Amanda’s nightclub, Stranded. They became best friends and in 2000 launched Smooth, designing

Smooth.

elegant but funky pieces for women over 40. 100% Australian made, they offer an exclusive range of both special event and casual wear. 17 Howey Place, Melbourne. 9639 8520. smoothaustralia.com.au n

SPENCER & RUTHERFORD. Spencer

& Rutherford is one of Australia’s most coveted and iconic brands, exuding glamour, beauty and exceptional craftsmanship. Sourcing the most beautiful fabrics, leathers and trims from around the world allows them to create their signature style, combining the latest design trends with attention to quality and detail. The brand’s delectable bags, luggage and accessories are admired by fashionistas and collected by stylish devotees. 22 Howey Place, Melbourne. 8609 6379. spencerandrutherford.com.au n THE ETERNAL HEADONIST. The Eternal Headonist stocks unique, contemporary women’s hats, headwear and millinery from the world’s top designers and milliners, with one of the finest collections of headwear in Australia. If you want a stunning fascinator for the races, a beautiful hat for the summer or the perfect headpiece for your wedding, their store has you covered. The Eternal Headonist is the only place to go for headwear with a difference! Shop 9, Georges Arcade, 195 Little Collins Street, Melbourne. Tues–Sat 11am–5.30pm. 0487 442 720. theeternalheadonist.com

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GALLERIES VERONICA GEORGE GALLERY. If you’re looking for a uniquely Australian present then Veronica George Gallery is well worth a visit. The gallery represents a large number of Australian glass artists and has a magnificent variety of their work. Their range includes one-of-a-kind art glass, studio glass and collectables. There is also a fine collection of contemporary jewellery by well-known Australian artists. 1082 High Street, Armadale. Mon–Sat, 10am–5.30pm. 9500 9930. veronicageorge.com.au

SPAS n V HOTEL SPA. V Hotel Spa offers a luxurious inner city spa location and award-winning mobile massages in Melbourne. Trained and experienced therapists provide expert treatments that focus on your unique wants and needs. V Hotel Spa offers hydro steam and spa bath and the best massages, facials and body treatment in Melbourne. Lower Ground, 630 Little Collins Street, Melbourne. 9629 6600. vhotelspa.com.au

Welcome to the Smooth Story: Amanda and Cathy met in the 80’s when Cathy’s band Deckchairs Overboard played at Amanda’s nightclub ‘Stranded’. Two girls in a male dominated universe they became instant best friends. In 2000 over a bottle of bubbles, they formed Smooth to design for women like themselves (NOT GIRLS), who enjoy life, colour and style.

Smooth’s emphasis is on: ●

Natural fibres Flattering, luxury looks

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A playful attitude for ALL SHAPES AND SIZES ●

Proudly and entirely Australian made ●

Amanda Owens

Catherine McQuade

Smooth is at 17 Howey Place, Melbourne Visit smoothaustralia.com.au Ph: 03 9639 8520

SHOPPING TOORAK ROAD

Toorak Road South Yarra takes star billing WITH THE WARM weather here, Toorak Road, South Yarra is again set to rock. While popular all year round with locals and visitors alike, it’s during summer that Toorak Road, South Yarra and the adjoining side streets are particularly charming. Lovers of fine food can be found enjoying the many great restaurants that call the area home. Fashion aficionados hit the shops in search of the perfect outfit. One of the greatest joys for foodies is the choice of eateries. Along its kilometre-long strip there are over 70 establishments offering everything from fine dining to casual, traditional to

contemporary, indoor or outdoor, cafés, takeaways, bars, patisseries, bakeries and juice bars. Many of Melbourne’s top restaurateurs can be found here. Particularly popular with lovers of French cuisine are Tu Restaurant and Bar and A La Bouffe Bar & Bistro. Both establishments are renowned for their food, ambience and service. Shopping in Toorak Road, South Yarra is equally as legendary. Fashion boutiques showcase the hottest new looks and how to wear them. There are also plenty of shops selling accessories to go with

that special outfit. Then there are the hairdressers, beauty salons and day spas to ensure to you feel as good as you look! Given Toorak Road, South Yarra’s popularity with well-known international stars you’ll often find yourself rubbing shoulders with the world’s top actors and sportspeople. However, quintessentially Melbourne, it is also where Melburnians live and shop. Needless to say people watching is a popular pastime. However, as you’ll find, with its great ambience, fantastic restaurants and cosmopolitan shopping there’s much more to do in Toorak Road, South Yarra than just sit and watch other people!

How to get there Public Transport. The #58 tram travels along Swanston Street and St Kilda Road to South Yarra. Tram stop #28 marks the start of Toorak Road, South Yarra and is a good place to start your exploration. The South Yarra train station is also on Toorak Road. Catch the CranbourneFrankston-Pakenham or Sandringham bound trains from Flinders Street station. For further information visit ptv.vic.gov.au Taxis. Taxis are as common in Toorak Road, South Yarra as lattés and from the city cost approximately $10–$20, depending on the time of day. Self Drive. There are a number of parking stations, off street parking, undercover parking and metered parking areas. Most parking stations have an hourly charge and the smaller off-street parking areas have metered ticket machines. For more information visit toorakroadsouthyarra.com.au 42 WHERE MELBOURNE I JANUARY 2018 I wheretraveler.com

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BRIDGE ROAD Discover a retail treasure trove AFTER YOUR BRIDGE ROAD experience

you will walk away saying, “What a find!” It could be a new favourite coffee shop, the outfit you’ve been dreaming of, or a must-have piece of furniture. Welcome to Bridge Road, a Melbourne shopping and dining experience like no other, only moments from the city centre. Bridge Road is home to world-class bars, award-winning restaurants, cafés and gelaterias; value-for-money fashion boutiques that present quality pieces and first-class customer service; and an enviable range of home furnishing stores that offer household name suppliers as well as eclectic furniture designers and antiques traders. Whether you’re spending a day splurging in the shops, catching up with friends for a laid-back lunch, planning home improvements or meeting someone special for a quick cocktail or a long dinner, the legendary precinct epitomises the city’s love of food, fashion and style offering a truly personal experience.

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Bridge Road is among Melbourne’s preferred stops for fashion shopping. With ninety-five per cent of Bridge Road’s fashion hot spots located between Hoddle Street and Church Street, unique boutiques are represented alongside quality everyday wear, all-budget formal and bridal couture, popular brand names and much more. Bridge Road is a haven for well-priced fashion treasures, offering a personalised experience like no other. A delicious early morning coffee or a long, unhurried breakfast; a quick, healthy lunch or a celebratory dinner; a glamorous cocktail on a night out, a classic pub meal after a rousing game of football: Bridge Road has something for all occasions. Alongside gorgeous heritage pubs, new cafés and bars are blooming all the time.

Voted 22nd in World’s Best Bars, The Collection transports punters to another era, serving South American fare and amazing cocktails. Brighten up a Sunday afternoon with an award-winning gelati from Fritz Gelato or fill your shopping bags with delicious bounty from Richmond Hill Café & Larder, Bridge Road’s resident experts in cheese, hampers and charcuterie. Getting to Bridge Road from the city is easy. It’s only a short tram ride from Melbourne’s Flinders Street. Just jump on the #48 or #75 tram. For more information visit bridgerd.com.au or scan the QR code.

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VIBRANT TOORAK VILLAGE, TOORAK

including engagement rings and special occasion pieces, beautiful coloured stones, South Sea and Tahitian pearls and a stunning collection of Italian and Australian gold. IMP Jewellery also offers a remodelling service or you can even trade your old jewellery in for a more contemporary design. The laneways of Toorak Village are alive with people visiting the edgy eating hotspots and funky cafés. Village Way Arcade has the famous Haigh’s Chocolates or the elegant Jade+Amber, a boutique showroom of French interior products such as Maison Ladurée Paris and La Manufacture de Monaco. Stroll down Village Walk Arcade for the best fruit, veggies, foccacia or authentic Japanese sushi. Have a quick cut and shave at the Toorak Prestige Barber. The Grange Road Egg Shop is the new funky café hotspot and a refreshing place to enjoy a coffee, brunch or lunch. Villique is an affordable fashion boutique carrying a range of imported labels like Brax,

IT’S A WELL-KNOWN fact that Melbourne

is Australia’s most fashionable city, however if you want to find the very best and mix with the finest in one delightful location then it would be a shame to miss Toorak Village. Just a few kilometres from Melbourne’s CBD, the village, which is surrounded by some of the city’s most beautiful homes, is the place where locals go to shop. You’ll find more than 50 designer fashion, shoe, jewellery and accessory boutiques offering a selection of both local and imported products. An added bonus is that the village is small —covering one generous block. Like any good town, Toorak Village offers a wide range of services (with more than 270 businesses) including a major supermarket, florists, chemists, beauty parlours and some of Melbourne’s best-known hairdressers. Spend some time in the unique boutiques and you’ll understand why the village is regarded as one of Melbourne’s most chic shopping areas. In the village you’ll find IMP Jewellery. Established in 1974, IMP Jewellery specialise in handmade diamond jewellery 44 WHERE MELBOURNE I JANUARY 2018 I wheretraveler.com

Fine jewellery from IMP Jewellery.

Marella and Elisa Cavaletti to name a few plus a range of accessories for the very fashionable women of Toorak. Visit Toorak Village by catching a tram from Flinders Street Station along Swanston Street to the Domain Interchange, disembark and catch the #58 tram to stop #132 in the heart of Toorak Village. The 605 bus to Gardenvale stops right at the top of the Village in Grange Road and is an excellent way to travel. For more information, visit toorakvillage.com.au

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NEW YEAR RESOLUTIONS, everyone’s

talking about them. Well now is the time to follow through on those good intentions and start the new year high and ahead of the game. High Street, Armadale has quickly become abuzz within the health and wellness scene of Melbourne, where locals, visitors and

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ARMADALE workers frequent the health conscious cafes, therapies, stores and fitness studios. Whether you’re needing a complete health and fitness overhaul or are ready to step up and thrive, High Street, Armadale is the ultimate destination for your health and fitness journey this year.

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A unique collection of art glass and handmade jewellery by leading Australian artists. Open Mon–Sat 10am to 5.30pm, Sun 11am to 4pm. 1082 High Street, Armadale. Phone: 03 9500 9930. veronica@veronicageorge.com.au Visit: www.veronicageorge.com.au 46 WHERE MELBOURNE I JANUARY 2018 I wheretraveler.com

NIMBLE ACTIVEWEAR Established in Bondi Beach in 2014, High Street is thrilled to have Nimble Activewear join the community with their truly functional products for the “early riser, the late to bed and the journey in between.” Designed and made in Australia, high quality fabrics are at the heart of every design to ensure your best workout yet. Active, passionate women are behind the scenes who research and understand that every woman is different, creating a product that fits perfectly in all the right places. With their signature feminine yet edgy aesthetic, you’ll be inspired to keep active every day. 1014 High Street, Armadale BODY LAB PHYSIOTHERAPY & PILATES Starting a new fitness regime can often feel incredibly overwhelming. However, at Body Lab, these feelings are replaced with a graceful and calm approach to wellness. The highly experienced team specialises in Pilates, physiotherapy, dance physiotherapy and myotherapy, meeting you at any fitness level or age, and guiding you to reach your highest wellness potential. 1019 High Street, Armadale STREET TALK CAFE After pushing your body and working up a sweat, treat yourself to a meal that tastes just as incredible as it looks, and won’t undo all your hard work and effort. Inside this popular and local favourite, is one of Melbourne’s top foodie destinations where you can enjoy a nourishing plant

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based ‘build a bowl’, such as ‘The Donald Trumpkin’ or a classic ‘Smashed Avo’, inside their cool and relaxed interior or courtyard. If you’re looking to devour a cheat meal, try their to-die for French toast! Health and fitness influencers often frequent this cafe, so come down and see what all the hype is about. 710 High Street, Armadale ODOS Through infrared and oxygen therapy, ODOS provides a unique wellness experience that will repair and revitalise you with no effort and no stress. So what does this mean? Infrared sauna therapy will slowly cleanse your body, remove toxins and balance energy flow, leaving you with an overall feeling of calm, peace and cleanliness. While the oxygen therapy pod utilises pressure to increase oxygen saturation of your blood, making you feel instantly rejuvenated. Working up a sweat without feeling exhausted, and feeling alert without coffee is now possible at ODOS wellness centre. Try it out for yourself today! 1258 High Street, Armadale WATER TEMPLE If you’re tired and tense after the end year rush, Water Temple is an isle of calm and the place to visit if you want to experience a heightened rest. The floatation pods combine water and magnesium to create

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a profound healing experience that frees you from all sensation of gravity, temperature, touch, sight and sound—you will conserve and redirect vast amounts of natural physical and mental energy. The buoyancy created by the dense Epsom-salt solution effectively removes the effects of gravity on the body, and brings the individual close to an experience of total weightlessness. Treat yourself to an experience like no other, and book yourself in at the Water Temple today. 1227 High Street, Armadale

Street Talk Cafe.

GREEN CUP Once you’ve enjoyed a fitness session, wellness therapy, or simply kept active walking up and down the street all day, make sure to stop by Green Cup and nourish your body from within. With a selection of green smoothies, acai bowls, smashed avocado toast and superfood snacks, we’re sure you’ll feel instantly vital and keep coming back for more. 1242 High Street, Armadale

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AROUND TOWN ARTS CENTRE MELBOURNE. Arts Centre Melbourne is the flagship of both Melbourne and Australia’s performing arts, and is the focal point of Melbourne’s vibrant cultural precinct. Arts Centre Melbourne showcases the best of both local and international acts, ranging from theatre, live music, opera and more. 100 St Kilda Road, Melbourne. 1300 182 183. artscentremelbourne.com.au n

CITY CIRCLE TRAM. This free tram service offers a good introduction to the heart of Melbourne’s business district, taking in many of the city’s attractions. A recorded message on the early-model trams explains the sites you are passing, along with a little of their history. The service runs in both directions every 12 minutes. Sun–Wed 10am–6pm, Thu–Sat 10am–9pm. yarratrams.com.au

DIALOGUE IN THE DARK. Dialogue in the Dark™ is an immersive experience in total darkness through which, led by guides who are blind or have low vision, guests interact and communicate relying solely on their other senses. Visitors to the experience lose the sense they rely on the most—their vision— as they touch, feel, hear and explore the unseen and learn to “see” in complete darkness while discovering an iconic Melbourne like never before. A global phenomenon in over 41 countries. Harbour Town, Level 1, 29–31 Star Crescent, Docklands, Melbourne. Tue–Sun. 1300 411 881. dialogueinthedark.com.au

EUREKA SKYDECK 88. Awe-inspiring views are on offer at Eureka Skydeck 88 from the highest viewing platform in the southern hemisphere at Melbourne’s iconic Eureka Tower. Two dedicated lifts propel visitors to Level 88 in under 40 seconds. Here you’ll find the world’s only Edge Experience— a switchable glass cube which slides out from the building offering amazing views down below. 7 Riverside Quay, Southbank. Daily 10am–10pm (last entry 9.30pm). Adults $20, concessions $15.50, children (4–16 years) $11.50 and family (two adults and two children) $46. Additional charges for the Edge. 9693 8888. eurekaskydeck.com.au n

Arts Centre Melbourne. Photo: Robert Blackburn/Visit Victoria.

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Melbourne Museum’s new exhibition Inside Out is a love song to arouse the worlds of our curious collection. Playful, immersive and quietly thrilling, this one-of-a-kind audioaesthetic adventure invites you to step out of time and into a world where showbirds dance, miniature civilisations rise and fall, and heartbeats last hundreds of millions of years.

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FEDERATION SQUARE. Home to major cultural attractions, world-class events, tourism experiences and an exceptional array of restaurants, bars and speciality stores, Federation Square is the heart and soul of Melbourne. Cnr Swanston and Flinders Streets, Melbourne. 9655 1900. fedsquare.com

n MELBOURNE STAR. Experience Melbourne in a whole new way, located in the city’s waterfront precinct of Docklands, the Melbourne Star provides a unique introduction to the city, with all its colour, culture and eccentricities. Day or night, you’ll feel on top of the world as the Star glides on its gentle arc through the sky. Ground Floor, 101 Waterfront Way,

Adults $36, children (4–15 years) $18 or free (on weekends, Victorian public holidays and Victorian Government school holidays), children (under 4 years) free and family (two adults and two children) $91. 9285 9300. zoo.org.au/melbourne SEA LIFE MELBOURNE AQUARIUM. Home to thousands of aquatic animals, SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium is an entertaining and educational experience with 12 amazing zones of discovery, including interactive animal encounters and iconic state of the art displays. Visitors can witness daily dive feeds, or even dive with the sharks in the 2.2 million-litre Oceanarium. Cnr King and Flinders Streets, Melbourne. Daily 9.30am–6pm (last entry 5pm). n

where bold Australian red wine barrels elementally mature Australia’s best single malt whisky. Tours, masterclasses and an innovative list of cocktails are available Friday to Sunday. 50 Bertie Street, Port Melbourne. Fri–Sat 12pm–10pm, Sun 12pm–8pm. 9005 4420. starward.com.au n SKYDIVE AUSTRALIA. Skydiving Melbourne doesn’t get any more thrilling. Experience the ultimate adrenalin rush tandem skydiving from the St Kilda drop zone, the closest skydiving centre to Melbourne CBD. Exit the plane from up to 14,000 feet for an insane 60 seconds of lifechanging freefall. Float under canopy for five to seven minutes and enjoy the 360-degree views of Melbourne and Port Phillip Bay. 1300 663 634. skydive.com.au n

THE NATIONAL OPAL COLLECTION.

Part showroom, part museum, The National Opal Collection in Melbourne shows how opals came to be formed over millions of years and how they are mined today. Opals are Australia’s natural gemstone, and are recognised as uniquely Australian in character. There is a huge array of exquisite opals and opal jewellery for sale in the spectacular showroom. Level 1, 119 Swanston Street, Melbourne. Free admission. 9662 3524. nationalopal.com

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Docklands. Daily from 11am–10pm, with last admission at 9.30pm. Adults $36, concessions $28, children (under 4 years) free, children (5–15 years) $22 and family (two adults and two children) $90. 8688 9688. melbournestar.com

Adults $42, concessions $32.50, children (4–15 years) $28, children (under 4 years) free and family (two adults and two children) $99. 1800 026 576. melbourneaquarium.com.au STARWARD DISTILLERY. David Vitale, Starward Distillery’s founder, started off with a simple vision; create a uniquely Australian whisky Melbourne can offer the world with pride. Born and bred in Melbourne, he was inspired to create a spirit that reflects his home town—from its culture to its famed ‘four seasons in a day’ temperature swings. Visit the distillery

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close to the heart of the city, the Melbourne Zoo has more than 320 wildlife species from Australia and around the world. The Australian Bush exhibit showcases Australia’s wildlife. There are free Meet the Keeper talks daily between 10.30am–3.30pm. Elliott Avenue, Parkville. Daily 9am–5pm.

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QUEEN VICTORIA MARKET (QVM).

A historic landmark spread over two city blocks, QVM is a vibrant and bustling inner-city market where you can shop for everything from fruit and vegetables, and local and imported gourmet foods, to cosmetics, clothing and souvenirs. Cnr Victoria and Elizabeth Streets, Melbourne. Tue and Thu 6am–2pm, Fri 6am–5pm, Sat 6am–3pm and Sun 9am–4pm. 9320 5822. qvm.com.au ST KILDA ESPLANADE MARKET. Every Sunday since 1970, the St Kilda Esplanade Market has been the destination for those searching for something special. Meet more than 140 artisans offering an exciting range of contemporary artworks. These goods include quality handmade artworks made from wood, glass, paper, resin and recycled materials. Upper Esplanade St Kilda, between Cavell and Fitzroy Streets. Sun 10am–5pm. stkildaesplanademarket.com.au

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DARKNESS?

The global phenomenon has arrived. Be exhilarated. Experience this award winning exhibition and see like youâ€™ve never seen before.

www.dialogueinthedark.com.au Tuesday - Sunday Opposite ArtVo, Harbour Town, Melbourne

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THE ROSE STREET ARTISTS’ MARKET.

MUSEUMS AND GALLERIES ARTVO. The first of its kind in Australia, ArtVo is a new immersive art gallery or ‘trick art’ gallery. Unlike normal art museums, visitors are encouraged to touch and interact with the artworks, photographing themselves and becoming part of the art. With over 11 themed zones you can explore incredible, interactive large scale artworks, painted directly on to the walls and floors. 14 artists with over 40 years’ experience completed in excess of 100 hand painted artworks in just 60 days. The 1900-square-metre museum is a must visit in Melbourne! 26 Star Crescent, Level 1, Harbour Town, Docklands. 9600 1118. artvo.com.au

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AUSTRALIAN CENTRE FOR CONTEMPORARY ART (ACCA). ACCA is

Melbourne’s leading contemporary art space. It is the only major public gallery in Australia that focuses on commissioning, rather than collecting. ACCA presents the most challenging, innovative and creative visual art. 111 Sturt Street, Southbank. Tue–Fri 10am–5pm, Sat–Sun 11am–5pm and Mon by appointment. Free admission. Additional charges may apply for special exhibitions. 9697 9999. acca.melbourne AUSTRALIAN CENTRE FOR THE MOVING IMAGE (ACMI). ACMI celebrates,

explores and promotes the cultural and creative richness of the moving image in all its forms —film, television and digital culture. This unique institution is located at the heart of Melbourne’s iconic Federation Square. Federation Square, Flinders Street, Melbourne. Daily 10am–5pm, cinemas and lounge open late. Free and ticketed exhibitions. 8663 2200. acmi.net.au CHINESE MUSEUM. Located in the heart of Melbourne’s Chinatown, the Chinese Museum highlights both the heritage and culture of Australia’s Chinese community. The museum offers a range of guided tours, programs and workshops. 22 Cohen Place, Melbourne. Daily 10am–4pm. Adults $11, concessions $9, children (under 6 years) free and family (two adults and up to three children) $26. 9662 2888. chinesemuseum.com.au

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n COOKS’ COTTAGE. Originally built in Yorkshire, England in 1755, Cooks’ Cottage was built and owned by the parents of Captain James Cook, the explorer credited with ‘discovering’ Australia. The cottage, shipped to Australia in 1934, was entirely reconstructed in Melbourne. Fitzroy Gardens, Wellington Parade, East Melbourne. Daily 9am–5pm. Adults $6.50, seniors/students $5, children (5–15 years) $3.50 and family (two adults and two children) $18. 9658 9658. thatsmelbourne.com.au n HELLENIC MUSEUM. Devoted to the commemoration, understanding, and preservation of the artistic and cultural heritage of ancient and modern Greece, the Hellenic Museum brings history to life with an extensive permanent collection, dynamic contemporary exhibitions and a high quality education program. 280 William Street, Melbourne. Tue–Sun 10am–4pm. 8615 9016. hellenic.org.au n IMMIGRATION MUSEUM. This living cultural centre explores Australia’s immigration history, from the 1800s to the present day. Providing a global and personal insight into the migrant experience, the Museum engages both thoughts and emotions, while contributing to a greater understanding of Australia’s cultural diversity. 400 Flinders Street, Melbourne. Daily 10am–5pm. Adults $14, concessions and children (up to 16 years) free. Additional charges may apply for special exhibitions. 13 11 02. museumvictoria.com.au/ immigrationmuseum

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Museum is the largest museum complex in the southern hemisphere and draws on the latest technology and interpretation methods to give visitors a memorable insight into the nation’s flora, fauna, culture and way of life. Incorporating the adjacent World Heritagelisted Royal Exhibition Building, Melbourne Museum covers the natural and physical sciences as well as social history and cultures. 11 Nicholson Street, Carlton. Daily 10am–5pm. Adults $14, concessions and children (up to 16 years) free. Additional charges may apply for special exhibitions. 13 11 02. museumvictoria.com.au/ melbournemuseum

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offers an extraordinary visual arts experience with international art on display at NGV International on St Kilda Road, and Australian art housed at The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia, Federation Square. NGV International, 180 St Kilda Road, Melbourne. Daily 10am–5pm. The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia, Federation Square, Melbourne. Daily 10am–5pm. Free admission. Additional charges may apply for special exhibitions. 8620 2222. ngv.vic.gov.au ■ OLD MELBOURNE GAOL. Step back in time and walk the road to the gallows in a nineteenth century prison. Learn about bushrangers and see where the infamous Ned Kelly was hanged. The City Watch House, where murderers and minor criminals were locked up to await their fate, is another highlight. 377 Russell Street, Melbourne. Daily 9.30am–5pm. Adults $28, concessions $23, children (5–15 years) $15 and family (two adults and two children under 15 years) $65. 8663 7228. oldmelbournegaol.com.au ■ OLD TREASURY BUILDING. The Old Treasury Building is regarded as one of the finest nineteenth century buildings in Australia. Occupying a unique position in the history of Melbourne, the Old Treasury Building’s origins lie with the great gold rush, symbolising the rapid development of the city. Today, the Old Treasury Building houses both permanent and temporary exhibitions. Spring Street (top end of Collins Street), Melbourne. Sun–Fri 10am–4pm. Free admission. Tours cost $8–$10. 9651 2233. otb.org.au

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SCIENCEWORKS. This attraction has developed a distinct identity as a museum with a difference. While the main exhibition galleries are housed in a modern, purpose-built facility, the Scienceworks site also features a unique piece of Melbourne’s history—the historic Spotswood Pumping Station. 2 Booker Street, Spotswood. Daily 10am–4.30pm (closed Good Friday and Christmas Day). Adults $14, concessions and children (up to 16 years) free. Additional charges may apply for special exhibitions, Planetarium shows and Lightning Room shows. 13 11 02. museumvictoria.com.au/scienceworks n

PARKS AND GARDENS n AUSTRALIAN GARDEN. Set across 15 hectares, the Australian Garden is an inspiring and immersive display of Australian flora, landscapes, art and architecture. Discover inspiration and information about how to use Australian plants in your home garden. Cnr Ballarto Road and Botanic Drive, Cranbourne. Daily 9am–5pm. Free admission. 5990 2200. rbg.vic.gov.au/australian-garden

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• See one of the World’s Greatest Coastal Drives • Photo stop at the Memorial Arch • View the amazing Twelve Apostles

n ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS. The Royal Botanic Gardens is one of the world’s leading botanic gardens and a centre of excellence for horticulture, science and education. The Royal Botanic Gardens is dedicated to the conservation, display and enjoyment of plants. Birdwood Avenue, Melbourne. Daily 7.30am–sunset. Free admission. 9252 2300. rbg.vic.gov.au

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n HEALESVILLE SANCTUARY. The chance to view Australian wildlife in a natural environment attracts many visitors to the Healesville Sanctuary, 65km east of Melbourne. There are more than 200 species of native birds, mammals and reptiles displayed in a beautiful bushland setting. Badger Creek Road, Healesville. Daily 9am–5pm. Adults $36, children (4–15 years) $18 or free (on weekends, Victorian public holidays and Victorian Government school holidays), children (under 4 years free) and family (two adults and two children) $91. 5957 2800. zoo.org.au/healesville

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GREATER DANDENONG. Located just 35km south-east of Melbourne’s CBD, Greater Dandenong will awaken the senses and tantalise the tastebuds with its vast array of cultural precincts and culinary delights. Greater Dandenong has become a must-go destination for people who love food and culture.

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There are a number of tours and events available for those who want to explore the area in the company of an expert. Tours cost $50 per person. Various locations, Dandenong. 8571 1377. greaterdandenong.com/tours PHILLIP ISLAND NATURE PARKS. Watching the colony of little penguins waddling ashore on Summerland Beach at sunset and making their way to their burrows after a day’s fishing is a delight. There are several ways to see the penguins including the advanced ecoaccredited Ultimate Penguin Tour which sees up to ten participants and one of the park’s rangers watch the penguins from a secluded beach. Phillip Island Nature Parks, Phillip Island. 5951 2800. penguins.org.au

SIGHTSEEING TOURS n AAT KINGS. With a selection of half and full day tours, AAT Kings will show you all the must-see sights of Melbourne and surrounds. Discover the Great Ocean Road, ride the Puffing Billy Steam Train or see the Little Penguins on Phillip Island. AAT Kings’ also offers free hotel pick-ups so all you need to do is relax and enjoy your day. 1300 228 546. aatkings.com

CITY SIGHTSEEING MELBOURNE. The best way to see Melbourne is with City Sightseeing. Melbourne is renowned for its major sporting and cultural events, stylish fashion, the arts, food and wine and much more. Explore and see the city’s major attractions, bustling laneways, cafés and beaches at your own leisure as you hop on and hop off an opentop double decker bus at any of the 27 stops located in the city and surrounds including the popular seaside suburb of St Kilda. 8353 2578. citysightseeing.melbourne

MELBOURNE RIVER CRUISES. Discover the beautiful city of Melbourne from a unique perspective. Melbourne River Cruises has been showcasing this city and important landmarks to locals and visitors alike for over 36 years. Their sightseeing cruises highlight all this beautiful city has to offer with enjoyable and interesting commentary. Enjoy complimentary tea and coffee and a relaxing cruise as their captains detail the history of the Yarra River and Melbourne. Choose from a Yarra Sightseeing Cruise or Williamstown Ferry Cruise or the Spirit Of Melbourne Cruising Restaurant. Get 10% off on Sightseeing and Williamstown cruises when you book online. Southgate Promenade, Berth 5. 8610 2600. melbcruises.com.au

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Nature delights at

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By Jenny Burns Photo: Phillip Island Nature Parks.

ONE OF THE BEST ways to spend an evening is to watch Phillip Island’s amazingly cute little penguins come ashore from a day’s fishing and waddle to their sand dune burrows. Fortunately there are many different ways to see this very appealing natural phenomenon as the Phillip Island Nature Parks offer seven options catering for all budgets and interests. These range from general viewing (that is sitting on stands on the beach watching the penguins leave the water) to exclusive ranger-led tours. Having experienced a number of these tours, one of the newer options—Underground Viewing— has become one of my favourites. Not only does it offer wonderful views of the penguins but it’s also protected from the elements! Built below the newly constructed Penguin Plus viewing stand, this bunker style

building features a 25-metre viewing window which looks out at ground level onto the path many of the penguins take from the water to their burrows. Watching the reaction of the hundreds of penguins taking the path to the window was fascinating. Some ignored it, some came up very close for a look and a couple even bumped into it, ensuring some magical penguin viewing experiences. A ranger explained what we could expect before the arrival of the first penguins and then walked around the group explaining the behaviours we were seeing. Twenty minutes after the arrival of the first penguins we could leave the bunker and head up to the Penguin Plus stands, which meant we could hear the many and varied noises the penguins were making. They are a noisy bunch!

Given numbers on Underground Viewing are limited to 70 it’s a good idea to book early. The same advice applies to all penguin watching options as demand is extremely high. The new viewing area is one of several new initiatives at Phillip Island over the last year or so. Another is the Antarctic Journey, located at the Nobbies. It uses numerous interactive and immersive experiences to explain and explore Antarctica. A joint venture between Phillip Island Nature Parks and WWF-Australia, the exhibition includes numerous hands-on activities and a multimedia experience. Together with some great audio-visual footage of Antarctica, this area also features impressive ‘augmented reality’ technology, which creates the illusion of being able to touch a penguin, stroke a seal and see a killer whale up close. Tickets to the Antarctic Journey can be purchased individually or as part of the four park super pass. The pass also includes entry to the Penguin Parade, the Koala Conservation Centre where you can see koalas close up in their natural habitat and the historic Churchill Island. Phillip Island is around 90 minutes from Melbourne. There are numerous accommodation options on the island while tour bus companies run daily tours. For further information on Phillip Island phone 5951 2800 or visit penguins.org.au

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‘TAKING THE WATERS’ has long been a

favourite pastime of visitors to Daylesford and Hepburn Springs. Given the towns and surrounding areas have Australia’s richest concentration of mineral springs it’s easy to see why. However, there’s a lot more to Daylesford and Hepburn Springs than magical waters. Wonderful food, fascinating shops and galleries and interesting attractions are just some of the many delights on offer. Just the same, any visit should include a mineral water experience and there’s no better place than the Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa. The original Edwardian bathhouse in the Mineral Springs Reserve, built approximately 1895, has undergone a $13 million makeover

and now boasts more than 30 wet and dry treatment rooms, making it one of the largest spas in the country. It offers such indulgences as a large mineral relaxation pool and private 100% pure mineral water baths, aroma steam treatment room, Vichy rooms, a large relaxation lounge and its very own Hepburn Pavilion Café. The curative effects of mineral water, salt water and steam provide the ultimate in therapeutic relaxation in the exclusive Sanctuary wing. The Sanctuary includes the Aroma Steam Room, Salt Therapy Pool, Relaxation Pool, Spa Couches submerged beneath mineral water and an extensive relaxation deck. You can also choose from an array of treatments including indulgent 100% pure private mineral baths, therapeutic and relaxation massages, organic facials, and a selection of indulgent spa rituals. Experienced spa goers will appreciate the sophistication of their professional practitioners and extensive treatment menu. While in the Mineral Springs Reserve, drop into the Hepburn Pavilion Café for a late breakfast or a light lunch made with

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fresh local ingredients. The Hepburn Pavilion Café has been offering hospitality to locals and visitors alike since 1908 and provides an atmospheric environment for a meal, or fabulous coffee and cake, before or after your Hepburn Bathhouse and Spa experience. Not far from the bathhouse is another of the region’s popular attractions, Lavandula Swiss Italian Farm. Here you can learn about the lavender and olives grown on the property, wander around herb, cottage and potage gardens and buy locally made goods in the shop. These goods make great presents, especially if you’re looking for something uniquely Australian. Indeed, there’s plenty of great retail therapy available in the area. You’ll find everything from great art at galleries such as The Convent to Alpaca Passion, which sells alpaca-made products. While Daylesford is an easy day trip from Melbourne (it takes around 90 minutes), it’s worth staying a few days. Then you can take full advantage of its many delights. For more information on Daylesford, visit visitvictoria.com/dmr

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Melbourne Food and Wine Festival 2018 THE MOMENTUM IS GEARING up for the 2018 Melbourne

Food and Wine Festival (MFWF). 2018 will see Greater Dandenong partnering with Marian Rennie and Little River Winery in co-hosting a Regional World’s Longest Lunch to be held at Acheron on Friday 16 March, between 12pm and 4pm. Guests will have the option to catch a bus to and from the event, it doesn’t get any easier than that! The Longest Lunch has become a hallmark event for the MFWF, which will boast a continuous table seating more than 100 guests at Marian Rennie’s Gallery at Acheron. Marian, renowned artist and cook, will meld gorgeous local in-season produce from the country with the exotic aromas and flavours Greater Dandenong is famous for. Guests will enjoy a degustation over five courses including aperitifs from Little River, The Craft and Co and Kaiju Beer. The cost is $150 for lunch and $30 for the return bus trip.

community celebration of multicultural food sees more than 50 food trucks and stalls delighting visitors with delectable dishes from around the world. The event also serves up colourful cultural entertainment with over 200 market stalls offering fresh produce, bargains and a world of shopping. This is a FREE event. MAKE SAUSAGES WITH THE BOYS FROM UNCLE’S On Saturday 17 March from 10am to 1pm, you can join the boys from Uncle’s where you will discover the world of smallgoods—smoking and sausage making. You will get to take part in the making process under the supervision of Uncle’s head smallgoods maker. Tour the factory and see the open fire smokers in action and enjoy a smallgoods degustation sampling, whilst learning how various preparation techniques and smoking methods impact taste and texture. The cost is $95 for this experience. To book go to melbournefoodandwine.com.au

DANDENONG WORLD FARE Dandenong Market will again host the Dandenong World Fare On Sunday 25 March from 10am to 4pm. Melbourne’s largest

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Marian Rennie’s Gallery Friday 16 March 2018 12pm–4pm Little River Winery, Marian Rennie and the City of Greater Dandenong are co-hosting a regional World’s Longest Lunch. Marian, renowned artist and cook, will meld gorgeous local in-season produce with exotic aromas and flavours from Dandenong’s diverse, thriving multicultural food heartland. You will enjoy multiple dishes over five courses including unusual treats like Craft and Co gin featuring regional botanicals, Kaiju Beer and Craft and Co and Little River premium wines.

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EXPLORE BALLARAT Ballarat. Photo: Roshan Sukhla.

Foundry worker, Sovereign Hill. Photo: Robert Blackburn/Visit Victoria.

OVER THE HILLS, but not far away, is an enticing pot of gold calling out for you to come and play. Ballarat, just 115km from Melbourne and easily accessible by train, is the historically rich and culturally warm city just waiting for you to explore. Art and architecture are abundant in Ballarat and its historic villages, such as Clunes, Buninyong and Creswick, and they enrich the region’s ambience. Couple the striking streetscapes with awardwinning food and wine outlets and Ballarat will tempt you to linger a little longer. Of course you can fit a lot into one day—but why not make a night (or several) of it? Stay in a rural retreat, fantastic family caravan park, or indulge in one of the city’s grand accommodation options. So, let curiosity get the better of you—jump in the car, step onto the train, or get on-board a bus—and visit this handsome city in all its golden glory.

BALLARAT Escape the big smoke and head to historic Ballarat this month for art and architecture.

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FAMILY ATTRACTIONS Sovereign Hill, an internationally acclaimed tourist attraction, brings to life the colour and excitement of Australia’s 1850s gold rush. It’s just like stepping back in time to gold rush Ballarat—from the hustle and bustle of Main Street where costumed ladies and gents parade their new-found wealth, to the excitement of the diggings where visitors can pan for real gold! There’s also an underground mine tour, a spectacular $150,000 gold pour, the Redcoat soldiers who fire their powerful muskets, and much more. By night, entertainment continues at Sovereign Hill with the multi-million dollar sound-and-light show, “Blood on the Southern Cross”—the legendary story of the 1854 Eureka Rebellion. Convenient on-site accommodation is available at Sovereign Hill Hotel. On now at the Gold Museum is the “Re-awakening the Dragon” exhibition which showcases items once used by Ballarat’s Chinese community for social, cultural and religious ceremonies, including the spectacular Loong dragon. No matter what time of year you visit, Sovereign Hill will come alive with the sights and sounds of the goldfields—and you might even strike it rich in your search for gold! sovereignhill.com.au If it’s animals you love, then enjoy interactive play with some of Australia’s most-loved creatures at the Ballarat Wildlife Park. Hand-feed more than 100 free-roaming kangaroos and emus, cuddle koalas and wombats, see Tasmanian devils, and brave the reptile house with its crocodiles and snakes. wildlifepark.com.au Kryal Castle is Ballarat’s land of medieval adventure—and it’s fit for all ages to explore. Discover myths, legends and fairy tales, be entertained and thrilled in the Torture Museum, and witness the special-effects dungeon and the dramatic main arena shows. You will be enchanted bythe story of the Land of Kryal, all set in the real-life castle on the hill. kryalcastle.com.au

Another world-class attraction in Ballarat is the Museum of Australian Democracy at Eureka (MADE). MADE is a digitally-immersive, state-of-the-art museum. With the evocative 158-year-old Eureka flag as its centrepiece, MADE’s interactive exhibitions explore the past and future of democracy—looking at culture, civics, history and citizenship. made.org

Or, if you want to see the works —why not bundle the four abovementioned attractions together to save 15 per cent on entry? Purchase the ‘Ballarat Pass’, which is available from the Ballarat Visitor Information Centre at Town Hall, 225 Sturt Street and enjoy other bonus offers around the vibrant regional city too.

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INDULGE THE SENSES Ballarat’s picturesque Lake Wendouree is famed for its recreation opportunities and a chance to get up close with nature. It’s the former site of the 1956 Summer Olympics. The Lake is just a stone’s throw from the iconic Ballarat Botanical Gardens. Home to the avenue of Prime Minister busts, marble statues, and huge shady trees—it’s one of Australia’s oldest and finest gardens set amongst 40 hectares. For a touch of wellbeing, how about booking in to one of the region’s many luxurious day spas? Or, if it’s food for the soul you are after, you can fulfil every need at gourmet patisseries, charming cellar doors, or award-winning first-class restaurants. CULTURALLY INFORMATIVE Founded in 1884, the Art Gallery of Ballarat is the oldest and largest regional gallery in Australia. Home to one of the most comprehensive collections of Australian paintings in the nation, works featured here are just a small selection from a holding that extends from convict artists of Van Diemen’s Land to the present day. General entry is free and special exhibitions are regularly alternated. EXHIBITIONS AT THE ART GALLERY OF BALLARAT Art Gallery of Ballarat is staging several exhibitions this month. On now is the “Romancing the Skull” exhibition which is a celebration of all things related to the skull. It examines its power as a symbol representing death, danger, rebellion, defiance and a ‘devil-may-care’ view of life itself. More than 20 prints by Mexican artist José Guadalupe Posada (1852–1913), long associated with the Day of the Dead, are on show to Australian audiences for the first time. There are also works

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commissioned specially for the exhibition by Fiona Hall, Reko Rennie and Sally Smart and contemporary Australian artists Sam Jinks, Rona Green and Ben Quilty. The human body is the focus of two exhibitions by Ballarat-born artist Lauren Black. Lauren Black’s anatomical art intertwines with another body of work that she developed while on an artist’s residency in Penang, Malaysia. The focus of this work is traditional Chinese medicine and offers up an alternative way of thinking about and engaging with the body. The gallery is located at 40 Lydiard Street North, Ballarat and is open daily from 10am to 5pm. For more information, call 5320 5858 or visit artgalleryofballarat.com.au ■ Find out more about Ballarat by calling 1800 44 66 33, online at visitballarat.com.au, or by emailing visitballarat@brt.org.au You can visit in person at the Ballarat Visitor Information Centre, Town Hall, 225 Sturt Street, Ballarat.

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MELBOURNE’S BRILLIANT BARS By Peter McBrearty

LOCATED ON THE CORNER of Flinders

and King Streets, The Waterside Hotel (508 Flinders Street, Melbourne. 9629 1350) is a shining example of how it is possible to transform a historic pub (a hotel has been located on this site since 1853) into an attractively multifaceted destination by building on, rather than detracting from, its existing character. By importing a range of authentic fixtures and rethinking the individual focus of each of this three-storey venue’s areas, the Waterside has been changed from a fairly conventional Melbourne watering hole into an intriguingly versatile destination which is almost as difficult to classify as it is easy to enjoy. Downstairs the bar has not been unduly changed, but rather subtly enhanced, and similarly while the dining options on offer have certainly also been noticeably upgraded, the revered pub classics such as steaks and an excellent chicken parmigiana remain. A short climb up the stairs is the Bubblehouse, where an air of stylish sophistication reigns supreme and the range of champagnes on offer will satisfy everyone from those after a quick post-work glass, to those wishing to celebrate over a very special bottle. However, the Waterside has yet more to offer, and the rooftop terrace promises to be a popular destination over the warmer months, particularly given the obvious creative talent of the bar staff charged with producing an endless array of cocktails for their appreciative clientele. An entirely different experience lies in wait in the Doghouse (accessible via a side laneway), the ideal destination for anyone who’s idea of the perfect night may entail a cleverly crafted hot dog washed down with a house made bottled cocktail, a canned beer, or even a Dr Pepper, and finished off with a hot marmalade and Jim Beam donut. The Doghouse is definitely different, but also a lot of fun—and open late too.

Left and above: The Waterside Hotel. Photos: Brook James.

Overall the new incarnation of The Waterside Hotel is a welcome and wonderful reimagining of a local favourite, which seems destined to benefit from and contribute to the ongoing reinvigoration of this area of Melbourne. Happily though, for all of its enhanced appeal The Waterside also remains what it always was—a great Melbourne pub. Another very successful multifaceted venue in the centre of town is the Garden State Hotel (101 Flinders Lane, Melbourne. 8396 5777), which is able to accommodate close to 800 people across several distinct areas, including a front bar, laneway bar and dedicated bistro area, along with plants, a garden and even trees. Food offerings run the gamut from toasted sandwiches to Wagyu steak, while beverages similarly range from local tap beers to exotic cocktails. It would be hard to find a more perfect microcosm of the attractions of Melbourne’s pubs and bars than The Bridge Hotel (642 Bridge Road, Richmond. 9429 5734), the interior of which replicates a section of Melbourne laneway surrounded by a number of disparate bars and dining areas. The Bridge Hotel’s quirky design will often have patrons smiling as they enter, well before they have even ordered their first drink. wheretraveler.com I JANUARY 2018 I MELBOURNE WHERE 61

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Sea Change for Foodies at Pier Farm Williamstown beachfront’s newest restaurant, Pier Farm, is seafood dining at its best, offering delicious and fresh Mediterranean-inspired seafood, salads and pasta. Restaurateur Roberto Scheriani, in collaboration with head chef Matteo Bartaletti and sommelier George Haralambopoulos, has created a stunning menu, featuring both surf and turf dishes. Mains include succulent pan-fried John Dory and grass-fed rib eye steak, while salads such as the fennel and butter leaf salad with lemon dressing invoke a cool freshness perfect for a summer day. Your meal can be paired with one of 140 different classic Australian and European wines, featured on Haralambopoulos’ extensive wine list. With a splendid menu and dazzling water views, Pier Farm is a world-class dining destination in stunning Williamstown. Photo: Eugene Hyland.

Tue–Sun 12pm–late. 34 The Strand, Williamstown. 9397 7799. pierfarm.com.au

Yokocho Brings Tokyo to Melbourne Travel to the laneways of Japan, right in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD, at Yokocho. Yokocho, meaning “alleyway” in Japanese, delivers an authentic experience of Tokyo’s vibrant street culture. Co-owners Benny Lui, Khoa Le and Kevin Pak have created a sanctuary from busy city life which celebrates Japanese tradition while simultaneously exploring innovations in modern Japanese dining. The menu showcases three different types of cuisine—sushi and sashimi, yakitori and tempura. A wide selection of sake, spirits, wine, beer and cocktails are available to enjoy either in the spacious restaurant or on its massive balcony overlooking Bourke Street. Designed in Japanese escapism-style, this alleyway hotspot brings modern Asian fare from Tokyo to Melbourne. Daily 11.30am–late. 101/200 Bourke Street, Melbourne. 9663 7790. yokocho.com.au 62 WHERE MELBOURNE I JANUARY 2018 I wheretraveler.com

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Have a Super High Tea with Mario at The Langham Celebrate the launch of Super Mario Odyssey with a Super Mariothemed High Tea at The Langham’s Aria Bar. Kids will be delighted by the selection of sweets inspired by Mario’s latest adventures through the Mushroom Kingdom and beyond, including Gold Coin cupcakes and Toad Mushroom macarons. The meal comes with a choice of raspberry cordial or hot chocolate, and for a small surcharge, you can take home your very own Super Mario cap. Adult Mario fans are catered for too with espresso coffee, leaf tea and sparkling wine. Until 31 January, Mon–Fri 10am–11.30am and 12.30pm–2pm. Aria Lounge, The Langham, 1 Southgate Avenue, Southbank. 1800 641 107. ariabar.com.au

Get Your Pho Fix Twenty Pho Seven If you’re out late at night and craving a bowl of hearty, tasty soup, then look no further than Australia’s first 24-hour pho restaurant, Twenty Pho Seven. Now open in Melbourne’s bustling CBD, this new haven for traditional Asian cuisine is the brainchild of Thai Ho, Midawell Phal and George Do, the founders of Hochi Mama. Their secret recipe, passed down through many generations, results in the most delicious, authentic pho, and will give you a new experience in the magic of this beloved traditional dish. The restaurant features the graffiti artwork of Twig and Co. and also offers Asian-inspired cocktails in bubble cups and a variety of satisfying entrees. Open 24 hours, daily. 138 Russell Street, Melbourne. twentyphoseven.com.au

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FINE DINING ■ CUTLER & CO. Modern Australian. Experience the contemporary cuisine of Andrew McConnell in his flagship fine dining restaurant, Cutler & Co., located in the heart of Fitzroy. Sink into the leather booths and comfortable surrounds of the newly refurbished dining room whilst enjoying a chef’s menu that toasts to the very best produce of the season. Adjoining the restaurant, the Cutler & Co. Bar celebrates the most impressive seafood alongside sophisticated snacks and signature aperitifs. Reservations essential. 55–57 Gertrude Street, Fitzroy. Dinner Tues–Sun from 6pm, lunch Sunday from 12pm. 9419 4888. cutlerandco.com.au ■

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THE FRENCH BRASSERIE. French.

The cuisine is a blend of Modern French and traditional dishes by their head chef Thomas Brustis. Favourites include the perfect garlic escargot, canard rôti and dessert favourite, crème brûlée. The wine list consists of well-chosen Australian and French wines to enhance your dining pleasure; prices are reasonable in true brasserie style. 2 Malthouse Lane (Cnr Flinders Lane and Exhibition Street), Melbourne. Lunch Mon–Fri 12pm–3pm, dinner Mon–Sat 6pm–10.30pm. 9662 1632. thefrenchbrasserie.com.au ■ IL BACARO. One Hat—Italian. This modern Italian restaurant is the epitome of Venetian style and features an intimate dining room and bar. Their delicious menu uses the rich flavours of northern Italy to create classic modern dishes. Enjoy their highly regarded wine list offering a world of wine from vineyards and wine regions across Austria, France and, of course, Italy. 168 Little Collins Street, Melbourne. Mon–Sat lunch 12pm–3pm, dinner 6pm–late. 9654 6778. ilbacaro.com.au ■

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THE POINT. One Hat—Modern Australian.

Offering spectacular views across Albert Park Lake, you can enjoy award-winning contemporary Australian cuisine in a sleek and stylish restaurant space. The Point prides itself on showcasing Australia’s finest beef, delivering to their guests a modern approach to classic dishes. Relax and look out the floor-to-ceiling windows at the lake below whilst sampling their impressive wine list. Aquatic Drive, Albert Park Lake. Daily: lunch 12pm–3pm and dinner until late. 9682 5566. thepointalbertpark.com.au

NEIL PERRY HAS a long-established and well-deserved reputation as one of Australia’s most successful and accomplished chef/restaurateurs, and nowhere is his talent for embracing a diversity of culinary influences more obvious than at Spice Temple. At Spice Temple the varied flavours of Sichuan, Yunnan, Hunan, Jiangxi, Guangxi and Xinjiang provinces in China meet in a stylish, upmarket venue, which is also equally at home serving an excellent yum cha lunch menu. Diners arrive at Spice Temple to be met by professionally gracious staff and shown to their table, entering a dark, sexy, moody space. The menu is extensive, and while an innate appreciation of the fiery chilli so popular in Sichuan influenced dishes is not essential, it will definitely add to the enjoyment of many of the dishes on offer. At the same time though, those who prefer the spice factor of their dishes to be a little less overt need not feel concerned, as the spicier dishes are clearly marked in red on the menu. To start, diners may select from a range of pickles and small dishes, raw dishes, salads, cold cuts, hot entrées and dumplings. Pickled cucumbers with smashed garlic and ginger provide a piquant beginning, as do the peanuts with aged black vinegar, cucumber and coriander. The raw kingfish with pickled green chilli, black sesame and shallot oil is delicious, as is the tea smoked duck breast with pickled cabbage and Chinese mustard. The red menu warning makes an appearance however with the intriguingly named Yellowfin tuna tartare ‘typhoon shelter style’ with chilli and cucumber. Port Phillip Bay scallops lightly steamed with ginger and shallots are milder in flavour, and perhaps surprisingly the delightfully named fried chicken wings with heaven facing chillies and Sichuan pepper are not at all as hot as might perhaps be expected. Stir fried prawns with salted duck egg and four chillies (pickled, brined, fermented and dried) brings back the spice, as does the King Crab which is available live from the seafood tank, and may be served steamed with ginger and shallot, or fried with a choice of house made XO sauce or four chillies for the true spice aficionados. Milder seafood options are available, including the steamed flathead, Jiangxi style with pickled mustard greens, turnip and salted chilli. A spicy stalwart on the poultry menu is the Kung Pao chicken with Sichuan pepper, heaven facing chillies and cashews. Dishes such as the Hunan style stir fried pork belly with snake beans and dried chillies are again at the milder end of the spice spectrum. Desserts are also impressive, including options such as fried sesame praline ice cream with candied cumquats and fresh mandarins, or the coconut tapioca with passionfruit granita and pomelo. Service is friendly, professional and assured, the wine list extensive and the sommeliers ready to assist with advice on the perfect wine to match each dish. Spice Temple is an impressive restaurant in every sense, which means reservations are definitely advisable. ■

Spice Temple. Crown Complex, Southbank. 8679 1888. spicetemple.com.au

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n SARTI. One Hat—Italian. Sarti’s unique menu is an adventurous interplay of traditional and contemporary Italian influences. Their new Spring Menu delivers highly inventive flavours whilst reflecting their passion for sourcing only the freshest seasonal produce. Sarti offers a comprehensive list of some of the best wines from Australia and Italy, and the bar and outdoor courtyard are open all day. 6 Russell Place, Melbourne. Lunch Mon–Fri 12pm–3pm, dinner Mon–Sat 6pm– late. 9639 7822. sartirestaurant.com.au

CITY UP WINE BAR. Bar. Located one floor above the iconic all day eatery, Cumulus Inc., Cumulus Up is an inner city

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as well as a number of unique dishes. They use traditional Southern cooking techniques and combine these with local produce to put their uniquely Australian spin on this regional American cuisine. Level 1, 79 Bourke Street, Melbourne. Daily 12pm–11pm. 1300 BRISKET (274 753). fancyhanks.com n FRATELLI FRESH. Italian. Fratelli Fresh specialises in fresh produce and serving up authentic Italian fine food. The menu heroes the very best of Italian cooking, where simplicity meets robust flavours and fresh produce. The portions are generous and the menu is extensive with beautifully blended wines to complement a mixture of savoury dishes, pastas and pizzas. Buon Appetito! 7 Alfred Place, Melbourne. Daily 7am– late. 1300 253 733. fratellifresh.com.au

menu. Radii bar is the perfect location to unwind with a cocktail and tasty tapas menu. Park Hyatt Hotel, 1 Parliament Square, Melbourne. 9224 1211. Daily breakfast and afternoon tea, Mon–Sat dinner and bar. melbourne.park.hyattrestaurants.com n SEZAR. Armenian. Sezar brings a taste of Armenia to Melbourne diners. Reworking an age-old cuisine with local produce and modern technique, you will be in for a memorable dining experience at Sezar. Visitors will enjoy contemporary Armenian cuisine through a range of spices, vegetables and meats combined with unique aromas. Their enthusiastic and knowledgeable staff will guide you through their delicious menu. 6 Melbourne Place, Melbourne. Lunch Mon–Fri 12pm–3pm, dinner Mon–Sat 5.30pm–late. 9663 9882. sezar.com.au

SAKÉ RESTAURANT & BAR, FLINDERS LANE. Japanese. Sprawled over two

storeys in Melbourne’s famed gastronomic destination, Flinders Lane, this Saké venue is a super-luxe, high-energy addition to Melbourne’s CBD. Saké’s executive chef makes the tofu, togarashi and furikake spice mix in-house, plus the miso paste. The soy sauce and salts are house-smoked and the drinks list includes house-made shochu infusions, including jalapeño and lemon, shiso and cucumber and lemongrass and ginger. Saké Flinders Lane is the perfect spot for lunch or an atmospheric dinner. 121 Flinders Lane, Melbourne. Lunch Mon–Sun 12pm–3pm, dinner Sun– Wed 5pm–10pm, Thurs–Sat 5pm–11pm. 1300 670 910. sakerestaurant.com.au Il Pom Italian. Photo: Christina Simons.

wine bar by Andrew McConnell. Showcasing the very best produce, the flexible menu features hero cuts of dry aged beef and freshly caught seafood alongside duck waffles, charcuterie and smaller snacks to share. Open seven nights a week until late, drop by for drinks and snacks, a full dining experience and everything in between. 45 Flinders Lane, Melbourne. Sun–Thur 5pm–late, Fri–Sat 4pm–late. 9650 1445. cumulusup.com.au n

FANCY HANK’S. American-Style BBQ.

At Fancy Hank’s they serve American-style, slow cooked BBQ, using the finest quality free range meats, cooked using their custombuilt, two-tonne smoker. Brisket, ribs and pulled-pork sit alongside the traditional sides

IL POM ITALIAN. Italian. Located in Melbourne’s popular Federation Square, Il Pom Italian offers diners the perfect spot to grab lunch or dinner. The menu includes delectable pizzas, pastas and a wide selection of Italian favourites. Warm up in the large heated outdoor section with a glass of wine or a classic Italian cocktail. Federation Square, 2 Swanston Street, Melbourne. Daily 11am–late. 9662 2282. ilpomitalian.com.au

RADII RESTAURANT & BAR. Modern Australian. Located in Melbourne’s Park Hyatt

Hotel, this sleek, architecturally designed restaurant is a dining experience like no other. With locally sourced ingredients, Radii also offer an indulgent à la carte and degustation

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n TIME OUT. International. Serving up all-day dining, Time Out Fed Square is a popular spot for breakfast (served till 3pm), lunch or dinner. With an international menu offering everything from pancakes for breakfast to tasty pizzas and even a panang curry, there is something for every food lover. Federation Square, 2 Swanston Street, Melbourne. Daily 8am–late. 9671 3855. timeoutfedsquare.com.au

ALBERT PARK n HIDDEN JADE. Chinese. New contemporary Chinese restaurant Hidden Jade is making a splash on Melbourne’s dining scene. Using traditional Chinese cooking methods and classic ingredients combined with a modern dining space, Hidden Jade has a strong focus on

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delivering a fantastic customer experience. Set on picturesque Albert Lake, Hidden Jade is modern dining at its best. Ground level, 9 Aquatic Drive, Albert Park Lake. 9682 5566. hiddenjade.com.au

SOUTHBANK LUCKY CHAN. Chinese. Lucky Chan offers guests authentic Cantonese cuisine, specialising in sustainably farmed live seafood, as well as offering the choice of à la carte. Signature dishes include the sauteed scallops and king prawns with imperial sauce, but you may also be tempted to choose a lobster or large crab from their live seafood tanks. Their wonderful food is beautifully complemented by an extensive list of quality Australian and Oriental wines. The Riverside at Crown, 8 Whiteman Street, Southbank. Lunch Mon–Fri 11am–3pm, Sat–Sun 11am–4pm, dinner Sun–Thu 6pm–11pm, Fri–Sat 6pm–12am. 9696 3966. luckychan.com.au ■

SAKÉ RESTAURANT & BAR MELBOURNE HAMER HALL. Japanese. Saké serves a

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renowned mix of modern and classic dishes with a distinct local flavour. Flowing with the seasons the menu utilises the finestquality produce available. Located in the revitalised Hamer Hall at Arts Centre Melbourne and overlooking the breathtaking Yarra River and CBD, this venue is set over two levels including an outdoor dining area on the riverfront.

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Hamer Hall, Arts Centre Melbourne, 100 St Kilda Road, Melbourne. Lunch Mon–Sun 12pm–3pm, dinner Sun–Wed 5pm–10pm, Thurs–Sat 5pm–11pm. 8687 0775. sakerestaurant.com.au SOUTHGATE. Around The World. Discover a unique collection of riverside restaurants, cafes and bars at Southgate Melbourne, located along the banks of the Yarra River. With exceptional city skyline views, Southgate is a dining destination sure to impress. Find fantastic casual dining at Bluetrain, Bavarian favourites at Hophaus, Cantonese cuisine at Red Emperor, modern Italian at Tutto Benne, contemporary Australian at Pure South Dining and so much more. Banks of the Yarra River, Melbourne. 9686 1000. southgatemelbourne.com.au ■

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MUNICH BRAUHAUS. Bavarian.

Munich Brauhaus is a traditional Bavarian bierhaus, where guests can dine, drink and party like Oktoberfest never ended. The state-of-the-art waterfront venue seats over 900 people and is a bier lovers delight. Try the venue’s very own signature Munich Lager, as well as a series of exclusively imported Bavarian Biers, while the menu includes suckling pig, sourced locally from Riverlea and cooked over a charcoal spit. 45 South Wharf Promenade, South Wharf. Sun–Thur 11.30am–late, Fri– Sat 11.30am–1am. 1300 686 424. munichbrauhaus.com

Celebrate the abundant produce of Summer and experience the contemporary cuisine of Andrew McConnell in his flagship fine dining restaurant and bar, located in the heart of Fitzroy. Cutler & Co. Dining Room and Bar 55–57 Gertrude Street, Fitzroy Tuesday - Sunday cutlerandco.com.au 03 9419 388 wheretraveler.com I JANUARY 2018 I MELBOURNE WHERE 67

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Italian restaurant is renowned for its intimate, softly lit dining room and its magnificent, horseshoe-shaped bar. Enjoy a compelling menu that features intriguing combinations of rich, northern Italian flavours. An applauded wine list will uncover a world of wines to select from, offering samples from distinguishing vineyards and wine regions across Austria, France and of course, Italy.

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LOCATED ON THE PICTURESQUE ALBERT PARK LAKE, Hidden Jade is one of Melbourneâ€™s most celebrated contemporary Chinese restaurants. Combining traditional Chinese cooking methods and classic ingredients in a beautiful modern dining space, Hidden Jade will ensure an impressive dining experience.

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The Point is tucked away amongst the water and parklands of Albert Park Lake. Easily reached from the CBD, yet a world away. Awarded a Chef's Hat for 2017, The Point offers a contemporary approach to classic fine dining with seamless service. Extending from that first visit to your departure, ensuring lasting memories of an impressive dining experience. We look forward to welcoming you to The Point Albert Park. Aquatic Drive, Albert Park, Vic 3206 T: 03 9682 5566 E: reception@thepointalbertpark.com.au W: www.thepointalbertpark.com.au wheretraveler.com I JANUARY 2018 I MELBOURNE WHERE 69

the french brasserie 2 Malthouse Lane, Cnr Flinders Lane & Exhibition Street, Melbourne 3000 tel 9662 1632 www.thefrenchbrasserie.com.au Mon-Fri Lunch 12pm-3pm, Mon-Sat Dinner 6pm-10.30pm

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courses with a beverage $39.50.

Sarti’s new Summer menu is an adventurous interplay of traditional and contemporary Italian influences. It delivers inventive flavours whilst relfecting our passion for sourcing only the freshest seasonal produce. We also offer a comprehensive list of some of the best wines from Australia and Italy, and the bar and outdoor courtyard are open all day.

6 Russell Place, Melbourne 03 9639 7822 info@sartirestaurant.com.au www.sartirestaurant.com.au Monday – Friday 12pm – Late, Saturday 6pm – Late

Lucky Chan Seafood Restaurant

ucky Chan, situated in the Crown Casino Complex on the Yarra River, boasts one of the best city skyline views in Melbourne and some of the finest Chinese cuisine you’re likely to try. Highly recommend are the Golden Scallops and King Prawns with Imperial Sauce. Their live seafood tanks are full of interesting fish, lobsters, large crabs and prawns, ready for an enticing array of dishes. To complement these dishes, the wine list comprises a wonderful selection of superb Australian wines. OPEN LUNCH & DINNER EVERYDAY Lucky Chan Seafood Restaurant Riverside at Crown, 8 Whiteman St, Southbank. Tel: [03] 9696 3966

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MELBOURNE INFORMATION AIRPORT CITY SERVICE SkyBus operates 24 hours, seven days a week every 10 minutes from Melbourne Airport to Southern Cross station in the city. Visit skybus.com.au for further details. MELBOURNE AIRPORT VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE Located at Terminal 2, Ground Floor, International Arrivals, Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine), the centre offers accommodation bookings, transportation, tours and general travel advice. ..8326 3347 .......................... melbairport@ausvc.com.au MELBOURNE PUBLIC TRANSPORT Extending from the central business district in all directions, Melbourne’s trains, trams and buses can help you explore every corner of this city. Public transport is simple to use in Melbourne as one ticket gives you flexible travel between the three modes of travel. Train and tram services operate between 5am and midnight, Monday to Thursday, with extended hours to around 1am on Friday and Saturday nights. On Sunday, trains and trams operate 7am–11pm.

Many of Melbourne’s bus routes have been upgraded to run from 6am–9pm Monday to Friday, 8am–9pm Saturday and 9am–9pm Sunday. Public Transport Victoria Public Transport Victoria is your central stop for information on public transport services, fares, tickets and initiatives. Up-to-date information is available via the website, call centre and mobile applications. Enter your origin and destination into PTV’s online journey planner for travel anywhere in Victoria and you’ll be provided with a tailored travel plan including maps, connections and estimated travel times. To plan your journey visit ptv.vic.gov.au or call 1800 800 007, 6am–midnight daily. myki myki is the smart card ticketing system in metropolitan Melbourne and selected regional towns. myki is a durable and re-usable smart card that stores value to pay your public transport fare. myki users enjoy an integrated ticketing system that works across the state on trains, trams and buses. Interstate and overseas visitors can

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now purchase the myki Explorer Pack, for travel on Melbourne’s trains, trams and buses throughout their stay. The myki Explorer Pack includes a myki smartcard pre-loaded with enough value for one day’s Zone 1 travel, instructions on how to use myki, an inner Melbourne tram map, a myki protective souvenir wallet, and discounts at 15 attractions worth more than $100 in savings. The myki Visitor Value Pack is available from the PTV Hub at Southern Cross Station, the Melbourne Visitor Centre at Federation Square and SkyBus terminals at Melbourne Airport and Southern Cross Station. Free Tram Zone The Free Tram Zone in Melbourne’s CBD includes the area of the Queen Victoria Market, Victoria Harbour in Docklands, Spring Street, Flinders Street Station and Federation Square. Travel on trams within this zone is free, and you won’t need a myki, however, if your journey starts or finishes outside the boundaries of the Free Tram Zone, you must touch on your myki at the reader in the normal way to make sure you have a valid ticket.

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MELBOURNE VISITOR CENTRE AT FEDERATION SQUARE Located at Federation Square, corner of Flinders Street and Swanston Street, the Melbourne Visitor Centre is open 9am–6pm daily (excluding Christmas Day) and Good Friday 10am–5pm. CITY AMBASSADORS For assistance with directions, public transport enquiries, events, and general questions about Melbourne, keep an eye out for the City Ambassadors in their distinctive red uniforms, roving the CBD from Monday–Saturday 10am–4pm, and Sunday 12pm–3pm (excluding Good Friday and Christmas Day). SHOPPING/BANK HOURS Large shopping centres and speciality stores are open from 9am–5pm Monday– Saturday, Sunday’s opening hours are from 10am, and closing hour on Fridays is 9pm. Most banks are open 9.30am–4pm Monday–Thursday, 9.30am–5pm Friday. Most banks are closed on weekends.

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TAXIS Taxis can be hired off the street, at designated taxi ranks or by phone booking. There are taxi ranks all over the Melbourne CBD, including four safe city taxi ranks which have been established to give patrons and taxi drivers access to safe transport and fares late at night. On weekends after 11pm, each safe city taxi rank is staffed by a security officer in a distinct uniform. 13CABS ...........................................13 22 27 Silver Top Taxis ...............................13 10 08 RENTAL CARS Avis ...................................................136 333 Brunel Chauffeur Drive ............1300 855 955 East Coast Car Rentals .... 1800 EAST COAST CITY POSTAL SERVICES Melbourne GPO, 250 Elizabeth Street, Melbourne. Monday to Friday, 8.30am–5.30pm and Saturday 9am–5pm. Visit auspost.com.au TIPPING Tipping in Australia is not a custom. However for great service, tips are always welcome.

EXCESS BAGGAGE Pack & Send. Offering a range of personalised excess baggage services to meet your needs, Pack & Send is one of Australia’s leading service providers to international travellers wishing to send excess baggage back home. 452 Flinders St, Melbourne ..........9620 2277 541 St Kilda Rd, Melbourne .........9521 5633 ...........................................packsend.com.au

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High Street, Kew, Bridge Road, Richmond, City

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Racecourse Road, Flemington, North Melbourne, City

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Brunswick West, Parkville, City, Toorak Road, South Yarra

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Mt Alexander Road, Essendon, Flemington, Parkville, City

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City, Balaclava, Glenhuntly Road, Elsternwick

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Riversdale Road, Surrey Hills, Richmond, City

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City, Commercial Road, Prahran, Glen Iris

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Burwood, Hawthorn, Bridge Road, Richmond, City

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Nicholson Street, Fitzroy, City, Southbank Albert Park

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LES CLEFS D’OR

LES CLEFS D’OR By Nik Adams This year’s winner was Nelu Terzeu from the InterContinental Melbourne The Rialto—a very deserving winner from a great field of nominees. There were also awards for Victorian industry professionals, and this year the Les Clefs d’Or members and the winner of and nominees for the Alfred Jasinski Award. winners were Lucy Woodward THE 22ND ANNUAL Les Clefs d’Or from Merlin Entertainment for Tourism Melbourne Concierge and Hospitality Professional, and Leigh Potas from Crown Ball was held recently at the Pullman and Restaurants for Food and Beverage Mercure Melbourne Albert Park. This Professional. The highlight of the night, year’s theme was “Back to the ’80s” and it though, had to be the ’80s style dance-off really felt that way, with some retro arcade arranged by our MC, Mr T. Some classic games and pinball machines, a “Back to dances moves not seen in decades were the Future” Delorean and giant Rubik’s on display. We look forward to hosting the cubes decorating the room. 23rd ball next year and seeing everyone The attendees also turned up in some there dressed to impress! fantastic ’80s-themed costumes. We had, n Opera Australia hosted some concierge among others, Mr T, Beetlejuice, a couple for a performance of “The Merry Widow” of Ghostbusters, many pilots from “Top at Arts Centre Melbourne. All the Gun” and E.T. trying to find his way home. concierge who attended the performance Every year, the highlight of the night were impressed with this very funny is the presentation of the Alfred Jasinski show about love and matchmaking set Award for Service Excellence, recognising in Paris. an outstanding Melbourne concierge.

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