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Disney-Pixar Cars Truck Tour
Venue
Sandown
Date
Saturday 11 February
Time
9am-5pm
Fee
Free
CARS fans in Melbourne are the first in line to get up close to McQueen at the V8 Supercars Test Day at Sandown on Saturday 11 February. This free event is suitable for the whole family and is open to the public from 9am-5pm. Racing fans of all ages can come and see the V8 Supercars and their B Double transporters sporting brand new liveries and of course, meet Mack and McQueen while they're at it.
[8156] Posted: 06/02/2012 10:18
Charles Dickens 200th Anniversary
Venue
Dicken'swomen.com
Date
March 21st - 24th, 2012
In 2012, the year of his 200th Anniversary, the great writer Charles Dickens will live again, thanks to BAFTA-winning actress Miriam Margolyes and her critically acclaimed one-woman stage show Dickens' Women.
Charles Dickens' popularity has waned little since his death and he remains one of the best known and most read English authors. At least 180 motion pictures and TV adaptations based on Dickens' works have been produced. His 200th anniversary will be celebrated around the world on February 7.
Miriam Margolyes in Dickens' Women in Brisbane Presented by Andrew McKinnon Fine Entertainment March 22 - 24, 2012 Playhouse, Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) Qpac.com.au
Miriam Margolyes in Dickens' Women Gold Coast Presented by Andrew McKinnon Fine Entertainment March 21st Gold Coast Arts Centre Theartscentregc.com.au/
[8116] Posted: 31/01/2012 12:12
Yamaha Music Schools
Venue
Canning Vale, Morley and Padbury
Date
Enrolling now for Term 1 commencing in February, 2012
Book
YamahaMusicSchool.com.au
[8090] Posted: 31/01/2012 11:31
Kid's Flick: The Lion King 3D
Venue
ACMI, Federation Square
Date
Sunday 5th of February
Time
10.30am and 1pm
After a ten year hiatus, The Lion King returns to the big screen in a glorious Disney 3D makeover. One of the most popular of Disney's animated musicals, it tells the story of a lion cub's journey to adulthood and acceptance of his royal destiny. Winner of two Oscars and three Golden Globes.
[8083] Posted: 25/01/2012 12:30
The Year of the Dragon Breathes Fire into the QVB
Venue
Sydney's Queen Victoria Building
Date
Friday 27th January
Time
12pm, 1pm and 2pm
Book
Qvb.com.au/
On Friday 27th January, in celebration of Chinese New Year 2012, Sydney's Queen Victoria Building will stage a brilliant spectacle - the likes of which have never been seen in the historic building. Shoppers will be treated to a series of traditional Lion Dance performances, which will take place underneath the central dome, transforming the historic building into a scene from the streets of Beijing!
[8070] Posted: 24/01/2012 09:48
Knox Shopping Centre's Tiny Tot Tuesdays
Venue
Centre Court, Level 1: Knox Shopping Centre
Date
Tuesday 7th of February, 2012
Time
10am - 1pm
Victorian mums are already strapping bubs into their prams to take part in the launch of Knox Shopping Centre's Tiny Tot Tuesdays where toddlers can participate in a range of fun and educational activities for all to enjoy.
[8067] Posted: 24/01/2012 09:43
Australia Day at Jamberoo Action Park
Venue
Jamberoo Action Park
Date
26th January
Book
Jamberoo.net
Australia Day sees NSW's favourite water park transform with fair dinkum Australiana. Children will be greeted with a free Aussie temporary tattoo and classic Aussie tunes will take over the airwaves throughout the day so guests can stay cool to classic tracks.
For adventurers keen to sport their Australian spirit, Aussie flags, hats, thongs and beach towels will be available for purchase at the Surf Shack, as well as a special 'Aussie Day Sammy Showbag' filled with Aussie goodies available from the Souvenir shop.
[8043] Posted: 19/01/2012 11:25
Kids Flicks: Zathura: A Space Adventure
Venue
ACMI Cinemas
Date
Until Tuesday 31st January
Adapted from the book by Chris Van Allsburg, Zathura is a thrilling kids' sci-fi adventure loaded with special effects. Walter and Danny discover a dust-laden game in the basement. When they start playing it, weird things begin to happen including a meteor shower that demolishes the living room!
[8041] Posted: 19/01/2012 11:20
The WotWots
Venue
Main Stage, Hyde Park North, Elizabeth Street side of park, Sydney City
Date
Thursday January 26 2012
Time
11.00am and 1.00pm
The WotWots is an enchanting pre-school series that follows the adventures of two adorable siblings from outer space, SpottyWot and DottyWot. This delightful pair of enquiring minds have come to Earth to explore and to marvel at the extraordinary diversity of life on the blue planet. The show celebrates this joy of discovery and demonstrates the positive values that are the building blocks of a true and enduring friendship.
[8028] Posted: 18/01/2012 10:37
Bakers Delight Australia Day Cheesymite Giveaway
Venue
Over 614 Bakers Delight stores across the country
Date
Thursday, 26 January 2012
Bakers Delight are celebrating Australia Day by giving away a free Mini Cheesymite Scroll to every person that comes in to one of their bakeries on 26, no purchase necessary. It's about saying thanks to their customers, by giving them a little 'Aussie' treat, and celebrating a famous Aussie pairing - cheese and Vegemite!
[8026] Posted: 17/01/2012 10:39
Actors College of Theatre and Television Scholarship
Venue
Actors College of Theatre and Television
Date
Saturday 21 January - Monday 30 January
Book
Actt.edu.au/firass-dirani
[8011] Posted: 17/01/2012 10:16
Drum Media and Lizottes presents Live and Local
Date
Wednesday, 1 February 2012
Fee
$15.00
1.Broadway Mile
2.Ollie Brown
3.The Firetree
4.Loungephonics
[8000] Posted: 17/01/2012 09:50
Leaping Lizards! Little Orphan Annie Arrives at the QVB
Venue
Sydney's Queen Victoria Building
Date
Thursday 19th January and Friday 20th January
Time
The performances will take place on the hour at midday, 1pm and 2pm
Book
Qvb.com.au
From humble beginnings days spent cleaning, scrubbing and washing, to the opulence of Daddy Warbucks mansion, to performing under the grandiose dome of Sydney's Queen Victoria Building, our beloved little orphan Annie has come a long way.
[7991] Posted: 16/01/2012 09:48
Family Fun Day, Royal Botanic Gardens Cranbourne
Venue
Royal Botanic Gardens Cranbourne, Corner Ballarto Road and Botanic Drive, Cranbourne
Date
Friday 20 January 2012
Time
10am - 5pm
Fee
entry is free
South East Water, in partnership with the Royal Botanic Gardens Cranbourne and the City of Casey, encourages all Melburnians to attend the annual Family Fun Day to experience the beauty of the local botanical gardens and learn how to turn their backyards into a garden paradise this summer.
"For the kids, there will be free games, face painting and a sausage sizzle while their parents can enjoy learning about sustainable gardening and how they can keep their garden looking blooming marvellous under the new Stage 1 water restrictions," said Katrina Jones, South East Water's Acting General Manager of Customer and Community.
"South East Water puts the community front and centre in the work that we do. We see the Family Fun Day as a chance for families to enjoy the beauty of the Botanical Gardens while picking up useful hints about water efficiency and sustainable living.
“We expect a terrific turnout to our second Family Fun Day, with close to 2,000 people from our local community attending last year's event,” concluded Ms Jones.
[7970] Posted: 13/01/2012 11:18
Eumundi Summer Nights
Venue
Eumundi Markets: 80 Memorial Dr, Emmundi
Date
Friday the 13th of January
Time
5 - 9pm
Eumundi Summer Nights has been a great opportunity for locals to enjoy a relaxed night out, with market food stalls (no need to cook dinner on a Friday night!), art and craft stalls, funky fashion, massage and more.
Live music tomorrow night is the fabulous folk singer extraordinaire Ange Takats (renowned far and wide and lucky for us, living locally) as well as Caravana Sun (joining us from Sydney).
Film: Cloudy With A Chance of Meatballs The most delicious event since macaroni met cheese. Inspired by the beloved children's book, the film focuses on inventor Flint Lockwood and his latest creation - a food processor that converts water into food. He decides to test it out... but things don't go according to plan and he manages to launch it into the atmosphere. It begins to rain food in the island. A television station sends a weather reporter to cover the phenomenon and Flint becomes famous. However, the greedy and glutton Mayor Shelbourne overworks the machine and the food becomes a menace to the human race.
[7968] Posted: 13/01/2012 11:12
Desert Island Flicks: Castaway with Marieke Hardy
Venue
Studio 1: ACMI Cinemas, Federation Square
Date
Thursday 2nd of February
Fee
Full $15 Concession $12 ACMI Member $11
ACMI's popular Desert Island Flicks program returns for 2012 with all round talent Marieke Hardy revealing her top five films of all time.
Marieke Hardy made her screen debut as a child in All The Rivers Run and once mud wrestled for a music video. A regular panellist on ABC TV's First Tuesday Book Club, she is also a screenwriter, columnist, blogger, radio host, author and hedonist.
[7963] Posted: 11/01/2012 09:49
Cautionary Tales for Children
Venue
Arts Centre Melbourne, Fairfax Studio
Date
4th - 7th of February
Time
3pm or 6.30pm
Fee
$10
Book
Artscentremelbourne.com.au
Learning lessons about good behaviour has never been so absurd and amusing all at the same time. The wild imagination of comic writer Claudia O'Doherty brings to life Hilaire Belloc's early 20th century satirical poems about wayward children and their comeuppance. Expertly poking tongues at authority figures and pompous types, this mock-moralistic show-within-a-show is told by a dysfunctional family troupe of four aided by their time machine.
[7961] Posted: 11/01/2012 09:44
The Paving Project
Venue
Eumundi Markets
Date
Wednesday 18 January
Fee
Free
'The Paving Project @ Eumundi Markets' is a public art project involving the carving (each one unique) of unfired pavers that will be fired and laid within the market precinct. And you are all invited to take part!
[7958] Posted: 11/01/2012 09:33
NICA
Venue
National Institute of Circus Arts (NICA): 41 Green Street, Prahran
Date
16 - 20 January
Book
Nica.com.au/holidaycome-try-pm-124.html or 9214 6975
These summer holidays, get fit and have fun with circus. From 16 - 20 January the National Institute of Circus Arts (NICA) is running circus workshops for all ages and fitness types.
Circus provides a whole-body workout that improves fitness, coordination, strength and flexibility, while building confidence in a safe and supportive environment.
If you are a beginner the holiday program is a great way to sample a range of circus skills.
Classes range from children 3-12 years-old, teenagers 12-17 years-old, adults, and advanced.
[7947] Posted: 09/01/2012 10:00
Paddle Pop Adventure Park
Venue
The Lake, Macquarie University, North Ryde
Date
Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th January
Fee
Family tickets (4 persons) are $62.50 including booking and transaction fee
Book
PaddlePop.com.au
Sydney-area families looking for fitness, fun and excitement during the school holidays are in for the ultimate adventure when the first-ever Paddle Pop Adventure Park roars in to Sydney during the final weekend of January.
Children of all ages will get the chance to join in the fun of the Paddle Pop Adventure Park, held at The Lake, Macquarie University, North Ryde, Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th January. The jungle theme park will also play host to the world's longest Slip'n'Slide, which boasts 188 metres of never before attempted fun.
Wits and reflexes at the ready, families embarking on the quest will take on a range of action-packed activities, from mild to wild, and all suitable for the young to more experienced adventurer. Just like their hero, Paddle Pop Lion, young explorers have the chance to conquer 13 thrilling rides and attractions including a climbing wall, river rapids slide, adventure maze, jumping castle, bungee trampolines and much more!
Kids Fest is a special festival for children aged 3 to 12 and their families and will be packed with performances, inspiring art installations, fun activities and adventure trails celebrating journeys and arrivals.
[7938] Posted: 04/01/2012 11:36
Kids in the Studio: Space Explorers
Venue
Studio 1: ACMI, Federation Square
Date
Monday 9th - Friday 13th of January
Time
11am-3pm
Book
Free Register for a session on the day
Be the star of your very own space adventure movie in this green screen holiday workshop. Put on your flight suit, fire up the rockets and launch into a space adventure. Explore the stars and planets, then sit back and watch the premiere screening of your space explorer's movie. Recommended for kids aged 4 to 12.
[7934] Posted: 29/12/2011 08:45
A World of Workshops At Peats Ridge
Date
29 December - 1 January, 2012
Fee
$320 for adult season pass
Book
Peatsridgefestival.com.au
Hulla hooping, the Samba Social Club, West African and Belly dancing and a Healing Haven are just some of the cool things that have been added to an already jam packed Peats Ridge.
[7928] Posted: 23/12/2011 09:51
Kids Wide Eyed For Free Film Fest
Venue
Community Green precinct, Darling Quarter, 1-25 Harbour Street, Sydney, NSW, 2000
Date
Tuesday 10 - Monday 23 January, 2012.
Time
Films screening at 6:45pm, nightly
Fee
FREE
Book
Darlingquarter.com
The Little Darlings NIGHT OWLS Kids Film Fest screens over 14 nights (10 - 23 January, 2012). Kids can bring their mums, dads, brothers, sisters, grandparents and friends for some free summer family fun kicking off at 6:45pm every night.
[7926] Posted: 23/12/2011 09:21
ACMI Flicks: The Dish
Venue
ACMI, Federation Square
Date
until Sunday the 1st of January
Fee
Full/Concession $6 ACMI Members $5
Starring honorary Australian Sam Neill, The Dish is very much a comedy, but based on actual events. In 1969, Australia became a crucial part of the space race as the location of one of the world's largest radio telescope dishes. The 'dish' was essential to collecting the revelatory images from the Apollo 11 mission.
[7923] Posted: 22/12/2011 09:34
Senior's Cinema: My Dog Tulip
Date
1st and 2nd of January
Time
Sunday 11am & Monday 1.30pm
In this gorgeously animated feature, Christopher Plummer delivers the British author's unsentimental yet moving prose, as written in Ackerley's memoir. The voice cast also includes Isabella Rossellini and the late Lynn Redgrave.
[7922] Posted: 22/12/2011 09:33
Dance World Studios and APO Arts Academy 2012 Summer Camp
Venue
APO Arts Academy: 295 Bank Street, South Melbourne
Date
Monday 16 - Saturday 21 January 2012
Fee
Senior Performing Arts and Classical (13 years+): $300 - $370 & Junior Performing Arts and Classical (7 - 12 years old): $220 - $270
Book
03 9696 2943 or Apoartsacademy.com
A challenging and rewarding week of intensive dance training from leading Australian dancers and musical theatre performers is on offer, with Dance World Studios and APO Arts Academy opening its 2012 Summer Camp for enrolments. The Summer Camp offers dancers and musical theatre students a taste of APO's industry recognised courses, led by highly accomplished members of its full-time teaching faculty.
[7921] Posted: 22/12/2011 09:30
Australian National Maritime Museum
Venue
The Australian National Maritime Museum, at Darling Harbour
Date
Australia Day (26 January)
Fee
HMAS Vampire will be $5 adults, $2 children or $10 for families (2 adults and up to 3 children).
Book
(02) 9298 3777
Don't miss the Australian National Maritime Museum this Australia Day (26 January) for one of the best value days out in Sydney. To celebrate this special day, entry to the museum’s exhibitions and galleries will be free, with heavily discounted entry to HMAS Vampire and the major summer show, AQUA: A journey into the World of Water.
13 11 02 or museumvictoria.com.au/immigrationmuseum
Filipino-born, Brisbane-based artists Alfredo and Isabel Aquilizan touchdown in Melbourne to create Another Country - a series of projects done in partnership with the Immigration Museum. The series explores ideas of journeys, migration and memory, as well as the life and meaning of everyday objects kept and cherished or discarded and forgotten over time. Projects include:
In-Flight Construct a miniature aeroplane from a huge selection of recycled materials and contribute to an ever-expanding installation created by the artists. The planes will pile up, take off and soar over the second floor of the Immigration Museum, referencing a transitional place of leave-taking and homecoming. Date: Until to 31 January 2012
In-Habit Dwell on what makes the perfect home and create your vision using recycled boxes, cardboard and tape during a workshop with Alfredo and Isabel Aquilizan. Work as an individual or as a family to construct your house and contribute to our growing community installation in the Immigration Museum or our virtual community online. Date: 2pm - 4pm, 16 to 20 January 2012
In-Transit Explore evocative displays created by families and Alfredo and Isabel Aquilizan that delve into family stories of migration. Amongst the trapping of travel - bags, suitcases, freight containers and packing pallets - and placed around the 17-metre replica ship, the displays will feature significant objects and photographs that evoke memories of travel and migration. Date: Until 31 January 2012
[7916] Posted: 21/12/2011 08:59
Chinese New Year Festival
Venue
Belmore Park
Date
20 January to 5 February
Book
Sydneychinesenewyear.com.au
Ringing in the Year of the Dragon from 20 January to 5 February, the internationally renowned arts festival will transform Sydney with more than 80 exciting events and a delegation of 160 performers, chefs and business leaders from the City’s 2012 Chinese partner city, Chengdu.
[7893] Posted: 19/12/2011 09:07
Alice in Wonderland
Venue
Rippon Lea House & Gardens
Date
4 to 28 January 2012
Time
Monday to Thursday, 10am & 6pm. Friday and Saturday, 10am
Fee
Single tickets $25 (adults and children), group of four ticket $90
Book
Shakespeareaustralia.com.au
After a sell-out 2011 summer season, the Cheshire Cat, Queen of Hearts, Mad Hatter and all the madcap characters of Alice In Wonderland have taken back their residence in the beautiful gardens of Rippon Lea House & Gardens this summer!
[7882] Posted: 16/12/2011 14:33
Jamberoo Action Park
Venue
Just over an hour's drive from Sydney
Book
Jamberoo.net
Dive into Summer and splash the silly season away at Jamberoo Action Park these Christmas Holidays. Make the most of the Australian Summer and cool down at Outback Bay, fly down Surf Hill or brave the Taipan, as Jamberoo offers non-stop water park action, just over an hour out of Sydney.
[7879] Posted: 16/12/2011 14:30
Eden Gardens Summer Program
Book
02 9491 9900
Eden Gardens is offering four fun-filled Summer programs to get kids out of the house and into the garden these holidays. From discovering the mystery of prehistoric flora to creating their own backyard herb and veggie patch, these programs are ideal for inquisitive kids, future foodies and budding green thumbs alike.
[7878] Posted: 16/12/2011 14:28
Luna Park Sydney Christmas Holidays
Book
Lunaparksydney.com
The silly season is upon us and Santa is spoiling Luna Park Sydney fans. Fun lovers know it's hard to stop at just one visit to Luna Park, so give the gift of unlimited fun this Christmas with an Annual Pass, now offering two years for the price of one! That's right, a Luna Park Annual Pass is just $99 and if you buy before Christmas you get the second year FREE! Annual Pass gift vouchers are available online and in the Park.
[7877] Posted: 16/12/2011 14:28
Kids in the Park
Venue
Sydney Olympic Park
Date
Until 29 January 2012
Fee
Less than $20 per person
Book
Kidsinthepark.com.au
If Christmas celebrations cost more than expected, get into Sydney Olympic Park for the best-budget family amusements every day of the summer school holidays! Parents needn't let financial constraints from the festive season hamper their family's summer fun in the sun, because the Park's renowned school holiday activities program, Kids in the Park, has oodles of options to suit every age, taste and budget.
[7869] Posted: 16/12/2011 14:18
Summer School Holidays at the Melbourne Museum
Venue
Melbourne Museum, Nicholson Street, Carlton
Time
Open daily 10.00am - 5.00pm (except Christmas Day)
Fee
Adult $10, children & concession FREE
Book
13 11 02 or visit museumvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum
Watch Tiddalik the Thirsty Frog, a Victorian Aboriginal creation story, come to life, meet some real native Victorian frogs and create a frog mask to wear.
Live performance: Tiddalik the Thirsty Frog Laugh, dance and sing along with Tiddalik the Thirsty Frog! Tiddalik is a Victorian Aboriginal creation story belonging to the Gunai people of Gippsland. The story follows the thirst of a small frog whose greed has him drinking all of the world's water, leaving all the animals and plants thirsty and withering. How will the animals force Tiddalik to return the water? A wise old wombat suggests that if they can make the giant, bloated frog laugh he will spill out all of the water. Will the animals make Tiddalik laugh? This performance is presented in collaboration with Ilbijerri Theatre Company. Date: 3 to 31 January 2012 (no performances on Saturdays and Australia Day) Time: 11.30am, 1pm, 2pm Cost: Included with museum entry
Tiddalik's Frog Faces Have fun learning traditional Victorian Aboriginal arts and paint and decorate your own Tiddalik the Thirsty Frog mask with beautiful Aboriginal art designs. Wear your mask and take it home with you. Date: 26 December 2011 to 31 January 2012 Time: 11am to 3pm Cost: Included with museum entry
Frogs Alive! Meet some of the lively and leaping Victorian frogs that live at Melbourne Museum in the care of our Live Exhibits team. Learn about their unique behaviours, lifecycle and watery habitats. You may even be able to hold one but be careful not to let it jump away! Date: 26 December 2011 to 31 January 2012 Time: 11am to 3pm Cost: Included with museum entry
Exhibition: Our Children Our Future Our Children Our Future is an exhibition by Koorie children and youth that celebrates the strength, diversity and vibrancy of Victorian Aboriginal culture. It is the result of a collaborative project between the Victorian Aboriginal Child Care Agency (VACCA), Aboriginal Elders, artists and community members from across the state. VACCA provide a series of creative workshops for Koorie children to spend time with Elders, artists and community members to learn about their culture and interpret them through song, dance and visual art. Many of the children's achievements from the workshops are on display in Our Children Our Future. Date: Until 5 February 2012
03 9392 4800 or visit museumvictoria.com.au/scienceworks
Explore the fascinating world of dinosaurs this summer school holidays as you 'scratch below the surface' to learn how about science of palaeontology!
Dinosaur Detectives Dig up clues from the past found in the present and discover the world of dinosaurs in this 20-minute live show! All ages. Time: Daily 1pm Cost: Included with Scienceworks admission
Experiment Zone - From Bone to Stone Explore what it's like to be a palaeontologist and get your hands dirty with our experiments in this 30-minute hands-on workshop. Ages 6 - 12. Time: Daily 11am, 12pm and 2.30pm Cost: Included with Scienceworks admission
Shadow-saurus Make your very own dinosaur shadow puppet and watch it become larger than life before your eyes in our forest theatre! All ages. Time: All day Cost: Included with Scienceworks admission
Screening - Dinosaur Walk Sit back, relax and find out about fossils and dinosaurs from our very own Museum Victoria palaeontologists! All ages. Time: All day Cost: Included with Scienceworks admission
Frozen Moments Step back in time and get your hands on a piece of the prehistoric past with the fossilised remains of dinosaurs, animals, insects and plants on our interactive touch trolley. All ages. Time: 10.30am & 3.30pm Cost: Included with Scienceworks admission
Explore-a-saurus Explore 'how we know what we know' about the most famous of prehistoric creatures - dinosaurs! This exhibition includes animatronic dinosaurs, that let you explore their world and see some of them come to life! Cost: Adults $18, Concession $6 and Children (3-16 years) $5. Includes general entry to Scienceworks.
Tilt - new Melbourne Planetarium show! When the seasons go crazy it's up to Annie and Max to set things right. Join them on a whirlwind adventure as they find out how the seasons work and discover a new angle on the world. Time: Daily 2pm Cost: Adults $16, Concession $5 and Children (3-16 years) $4.50. Includes general entry to Scienceworks.
[7854] Posted: 16/12/2011 13:48
Angelina Ballerina's Big Audition
Venue
Sydney Opera House
Date
20 - 24 December
Book
(02) 9250 7777 or sydneyoperahouse.com
Angelina Ballerina, the little star with big dreams who is adored by children around the world, opens the season with Angelina Ballerina's Big Audition in the Concert Hall.
[7851] Posted: 07/12/2011 09:42
Georgia Fair
Venue
Phoenix Public House: 133 Sydney Road, Brunsiwck
Date
Friday 9th, 16th and 30th of December, 2011
Having recently toured with The Panics, launched their All Through Winter album to a sold out Toff In Town crowd and then hit the road along side the Howling Bells, Georgia Fair prove they aren't slowing down announcing a December residency at the Phoenix Public House in Brunswick.
All Through Winter is already being named a stand out debut album of 2011, recorded with Bill Reynolds (Band of Horses) the album showcases the strong songwriting and harmonies of Ben Riley and Jordan Wilson, with comparisons to Boy and Bear, Josh Pyke and The Middle East being made.
[7842] Posted: 06/12/2011 09:49
Eumundi Summer Nights
Venue
Eumundi Markets
Date
Friday 16 December, Friday 23 December, Friday 30 December, Friday 6 January and Friday 13 January.
Time
5pm - 9pm
Elf (G) - screening Friday 16 December The Muppets Christmas Carol (G) - screening Friday 23 December Up (PG) - screening Friday 30 December Happy Feet (G) - screening Friday 6 January Cloudy With Chance of Meatballs (G) - screening Friday 13 January
[7840] Posted: 06/12/2011 09:46
Ferrero Rocher GIANT Christmas tree in Perth's Centro Galleria
Venue
Perth's Centro Galleria
Over 14 metres tall, the Ferrero Christmas tree will be made up of thousands of gold balls suspended from more than 360 vertical drops, resembling the iconic Ferrero Rocher pralines. The Ferrero Christmas Tree will be joined by Santa and live Christmas performances.
[7824] Posted: 02/12/2011 12:14
Next Week at ACMI
Date
7th - 13th of December, 2011
Winds of Spring: New Egyptian Cinema Thursday 8 December - Sunday 18 December Full $15 Concession $12 ACMI Members $11
A spotlight on Egypt's vibrant, politically charged cinematic scene that pre-empts the historic events of Tahrir Square. Revolution and social unrest are commonly distilled by a nation's artists long before the headlines hit. Through the lens of the Asia Pacific Screen Awards, the films in this season offer multiple views of contemporary Egypt unveiling a vibrant, politically charged cinematic scene that pre-empts the historic events of Tahrir Square.
Cairo 678 Unclassified 18+ Thursday 8 December 7pm
Three women from disparate backgrounds are drawn together and empowered in a fight against unrelenting harassment in Cairo's sprawling metropolis. Seemingly pre-empting the revolutionary acts of the Arab Spring, this impeccably considered drama tackles this shocking issue with a steely resolve and sharp wit.
Asia Pacific Screen Awards Winners Circle Sunday 11 December - Sunday 18 December Full $15 Concession $12 ACMI Members $11
Celebrate the cinematic excellence of the Asia Pacific through award-winning premieres. Presented in association with The Asia Pacific Screen Awards
Kids' Flicks Christmas Screenings
The Muppet Christmas Carol M Sunday 11th December 10.30am, 1pm
[7816] Posted: 02/12/2011 11:49
Peats Ridge 2011 Children's Festival
Date
29 December - 1 January, 2012
Book
Peatsridgefestival.com.au
Organisers of Peats Ridge have announced the return of the Children's Festival for 2011. A festival within a festival, the youth zone is an area of three different precincts that cater to the desires of all ages.
Set on the rolling green banks of the Glenworth Valley River, the young ones at Peats Ridge can explore the myriad of shows and workshops to engage and inspire.
[7815] Posted: 02/12/2011 11:32
Vincent Moon
Venue
ACMI, Federation Square
Date
Saturday 15th of January, 2012
The Australian Centre for the Moving Image (ACMI) presents Notes on Pictures, a screening and Q&A with improvised music video creator, Vincent Moon, on Sunday 15 January 2012.
The nomadic French filmmaker will screen his short films in ACMI's intimate Studio 1 before a discussion of his pioneering work in music and the moving image.
The screening will include selected videos from Take Away Shows, an ongoing series of outdoor or 'wild' documentaries cut together from improvised video sessions with musicians shot around the world. Musicians who have featured in this series since it began in 2006 include; Arcade Fire, Sufjan Stevens, Beirut, Grizzly Bear, Mumford & Sons, Fleet Foxes, Sigur Ros, Noah and the Whale, Bon Iver, The Shins, Japanese 'extreme folk' singer Kazuki Tomokawa and Australia's own Architecture in Helsinki. There are now over 200 videos in Moon’s Take Away Shows collection.
[7812] Posted: 30/11/2011 11:49
Belle Bazaar Boutique
Venue
The Mt Gravatt Showgrounds
Date
3rd December, 2011
Book
Facebook.com/bellebazaar
With over 80 Stalls, International Food, Live Music and Entertainment and Loads of Free activities for kids.
[7811] Posted: 30/11/2011 11:47
2012 Australian Body Art Carnival Launch
Venue
Back of the Fig Tree Restaurant, (Lonergan Lane side), Eumundi
Date
Wednesday 30 November 2011
Time
8am - 11.30am
Organisers of The Australian Body Art Carnivale will be launching the 2012 event on Wednesday 30 November, with a special live body painting session by world renowned body artist Bec Anthony.
In keeping with the 2012 theme of 'Under The Sea', Bec will be painting up a sea of colour using a body as her canvas - as with the many competitions each year at the annual Australian Body Art Carnivale held in Eumundi.
The model will be Tanya Young from Kingfisher Bay Resort (one of the sponsors for the 2012 event) and the resulting artwork will become the flagship image for 2012.
[7795] Posted: 28/11/2011 12:39
SunSense UV Photobus
Venue
Federation Square: Swanston Street, Melbourne
Date
Tuesday, 29th November
Time
9am to 5pm
Fee
FREE
The SunSense UV Photobus will be offering free skin health checks to Melbourne residents and revealing the results of the SunSensibility campaign.
Specialised UV photograph technology will be used to help raise much needed awareness of the harsh realities of our sunburnt country by measuring the nation's 'SunSensibility', whilst providing much needed hints and tips on remaining sun safe this summer.
A UV photograph, taken on the bus by a skincare consultant, highlights sun spots, pigmentation, freckles and moles invisible to the naked eye, yet still concerning. The specialised camera technology then assesses the UV image to produce a percentile score or 'SunSensibility score'.
13 11 02 or museumvictoria.com.au/immigrationmuseum
All aboard for a festival packed with performances, activities and adventure trails celebrating leaving, journeys and arrivals. Navigate your way around the Museum, take part in travel craft activities, get your face painted, enjoy roving performers and learn about travel superstitions and traditions from other countries. Travel to journey's end and create a huge city of dreams with artists Alfredo and Isabel Aquilizan.
[7792] Posted: 28/11/2011 12:35
Carols in Halliday Park
Venue
Halliday Park, McGrath Ave, Five Dock
Date
19th of December, 2011
Time
7:30pm
The 20th Annual Carols in Halliday Park being held on the 19th December, a family event that brings 5,000 each year. With special performances by up-and-coming artists, a big Christmas band, Christmas lights decorating all of the surrounding houses and of course, the special guest- Santa, whose arrival remains secret but is always in style...
The event is held by the charity Communities for Communities, with each dollar spent going towards getting families living on rubbish dumps overseas into proper housing. We raise around $25,000 each year (enough to build 8 houses!) however with your help, we are hoping to raise even more.
[7787] Posted: 25/11/2011 09:17
Winds of Spring: New Egyptian Cinema
Venue
ACMI in Melbourne
Date
8th - 18th December
Book
Acmi.net.au
From 8 to 18 December, the Australian Centre for the Moving Image (ACMI) presents Winds of Spring: New Egyptian Cinema, a program spotlighting a vibrant and politically charged cinematic scene that foreshadowed the revolutionary events of Tahrir Square. With Egypt a regular contributor to films in competition for the Asia Pacific Screen Awards, ACMI will also present the Asia Pacific Screen Awards Winners Circle (11-18 December), which will showcase some of the most acclaimed new films from the region.
[7753] Posted: 22/11/2011 12:43
Circus Oz 2012
Venue
Under the air-conditioned Big Top, Tumbalong Park, Darling Harbour, Sydney.
Date
January 4-29, 2012
Time
$37-$109
Book
Circusoz.com
The perfect gift for all the family or those that have everything! Tickets to see the amazing action of Circus Oz as they steamroll into Sydney this coming January with their special brand of madness, fooling around in the unconventional and fantastical world of Steampunk. Steampowered is their latest show, under the Big Top at Tumbalong Park, from 4-29 January, 2012.
In true Circus Oz style, Steampowered presents the beautiful and the absurd, the downright kooky and the breathtakingly brilliant.
Sydneysiders and tourists will be wowed with dangerous trapeze, stunt-jumping acrobatics, explosive tumbling, ridiculous juggling, precision hoop diving, unbelievable human pyramids, unlikely in-line skating and even a touch of accidental magic.
[7737] Posted: 22/11/2011 12:02
Mack The Transporter roars into V8 Supercars Sydney Telstra 500
Date
Friday 2, Saturday 3 and Sunday 4 December, 2011
Fee
Kids 12 years and under will receive free entry with a paying adult.
Book
Sydney.v8supercars.com.au or call Ticketek on 13 28 49.
Disney-Pixar have teamed up with V8 Supercars to provide the ultimate Cars experience at the Sydney Telstra 500. Fans and families will ride, race and play their way through a whole world of Cars themed on-track entertainment as part of the official Disney-Pixar CARS Truck Tour.
V8 Supercar driver, and official Disney-Pixar CARS Truck Tour Ambassador, Mark 'Frosty' Winterbottom, is garnering a whole new army of young fans after voicing the character cameo role for Australian audiences of 'Frosty' in the newly released Cars 2 movie. The 'Frosty' character is decked out in Australian colours and marks the first time in Australia that a sporting hero has been given a voice role.
[7734] Posted: 22/11/2011 11:58
LEGO Build the Change
Venue
ArtPlay
Date
Saturday 19 November to Thursday 24 November
Time
10am to 4pm
Book
Melbourne.vic.gov.au/artplay
Running from Saturday 19 November to Thursday 24 November at ArtPlay, children can create their very own sustainable city using 500kg of LEGO bricks and 1,000 base plates.
[7733] Posted: 22/11/2011 11:57
Fairy Floss Markets
Venue
Berwick Leisure Centre: 79 Manuka Road, Berwick
Date
November 27th, 2011
Time
9am - 2pm
Fee
Gold coin entry to support the ‘Very Special Kids’ Charity (providing counselling for families with terminally ill children)
Book
Fairyflossmarkets.com.au
For the perfect Sunday family outing visit Fairy Floss Markets, an exclusive boutique babies' and children's market. Presenting only unique, top quality, handmade items by local Victorian artists and designers that will again be shared with the Berwick community.
[7731] Posted: 22/11/2011 11:51
Ben & Jerry's Openair Cinemas
Venue
St Kilda Sea Baths
Date
From Sunday 11 December
From Sunday 11 December, Ben & Jerry’s Openair Cinemas will be back on top of the spectacular St Kilda Sea Baths " under the stars, overlooking the bay!
In-Flight: Visitors can construct their own miniature aeroplanes from a huge range of recycled materials and contribute to an ever-expanding installation created by Alfredo and Isabel Aquilizan.
In-Transit: Museum Victoria Members have the opportunity to join Alfredo and Isabel Aquilizan in workshops to create displays from personal objects or photos.
In-Habit: Visitors can create their own dream home using recycled cardboard, boxes and tape during workshops with Alfredo and Isabel Aquilizan
[7728] Posted: 22/11/2011 11:39
Hatched
Venue
Across the St Martins complex, St Martins Lane, South Yarra
Date
8th - 10th of December, 2011
Fee
Adults $20, Conc & Groups 6+ $16, St Martins Members $10
Book
Stmartinsyouth.com.au
[7727] Posted: 22/11/2011 11:33
Sydney Film School Festival Awards Night - Featuring Key Note Address by Paul Cox
Venue
Chauvel Cinema (Cnr Oxford St and Oatley Road, Paddington)
Date
Thursday 15th December, 2011
Time
7pm (Pre Drinks from 6pm)
Sydney Film School has announced details of its 15th Sydney Film School Festival, taking place 14-15 December with veteran Australian filmmaker Paul Cox featuring as the keynote speaker at the event. Cox will speak at the Awards Screening Night taking place at the Chauvel Cinema on Thursday 15th December, which recognises student work across all areas of the filmmaking process.
[7726] Posted: 22/11/2011 11:33
School Spectacular featuing Jack Vidgen
Venue
Sydney Entertainment Centre: 35 Harbour St, Darling Harbour
Date
Friday 25th and Saturday 26th of November, 2011
Time
Friday 1pm and 8pm. Saturday 2pm and 8pm.
Fee
Adult: $61 and Conc: $41
Book
Ticketmaster.com.au or 1300 883 622
[7725] Posted: 22/11/2011 11:32
Big Summer Sleepover
Date
Thursday January 19 and Friday January 20, 2012
Book
Facebook.com/sydneyoperahouse
From 9am on Saturday November 19, Sydney Opera House's Big Summer Sleepover will open for entries as part of the Summer at the House program. Over two special nights, 80 lucky winners will slumber in the stunning surrounds of the Concert Hall Northern Foyer - a unique location inside the House boasting unrivalled harbour views.
[7700] Posted: 22/11/2011 09:54
Christmas at QVB
Venue
the Queen Victoria Building, Sydney
Date
From Monday 28th of November through to Christmas Eve
Book
Qvb.com.au
This Christmas, for the first time ever, Sydney's most beautiful shopping centre, the Queen Victoria Building, will play host to a very special guest - Santa Claus.
Inaddition to the iconic Swarovski Christmas Tree, a bespoke crystal garden, dripping in thousands of Swarovski jewels, has been handcrafted to house a traditional Victorian Father Christmas. Mums and dads are encouraged to bring their children to pose in what will undoubtedly be Sydney's most beautiful Christmas portraits.
Standing at an impressive 24 metres tall underneath the majestic central dome and spanning a full three levels of the building, the tree has become a must-see destination for Christmas shoppers.
Adorned with Swarovski crystal ornaments, 60,000 twinkling lights and topped off with the incredible Swarovski Star, the tree boasts a total of 144,000 individual crystals and is truly a sight to behold.
[7695] Posted: 21/11/2011 15:41
Pooch Photos and VIP Shopping Experience
Venue
Westfield Bondi Junction
Date
Wednesday November 23rd, 2011
Time
9.30am to 10.00pm
Fee
Car parking is free with entry after 4pm
Book
Westfield.com.au/bondijunction
The Westfield Bondi Junction Christmas Shopping Event will be the toast of the Christmas shopping season as Sydneysiders take advantage of some very special retailer offers from the likes of MYER, David Jones and a host of specialty retailers like Coach, Bettina Liano, Calvin Klein, Country Road and more.
Shoppers in need of gifting inspiration can also take advantage of the Gift Advisory Centre, where Westfield gift experts will be available to help shoppers select and purchase the best gifts for family and friends.
[7692] Posted: 21/11/2011 14:41
Ancestral Power and the Aesthetic and Our Children Our Future
Venue
Melbourne Museum, Nicholson Street, Carlton.
Date
11th of November to 5th of Febrary, 2012
Time
Open daily 10.00am - 5.00pm.
Book
For further details phone 13 11 02 or visit museumvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum
Ancestral power and the aesthetic: Arnhem Land paintings and objects from the Donald Thomson Collection Donald Thomson's research was innovative for its time and the resulting collection remains dynamic and inspiring. Ancestral power and the aesthetic explores through the Thomson collection and research the complex understandings of place, history and experience in the art and culture of Arnhem Land.
Our Children Our Future Our Children Our Future is an exhibition by Koorie children and youth that celebrates the strength, diversity and vibrancy of Victorian Aboriginal culture. It is the result of a collaborative project between the Victorian Aboriginal Child Care Agency (VACCA), Aboriginal Elders, artists and community members from across the state. VACCA provide a series of creative workshops for Koorie children to spend time with Elders, artists and community members to learn about their culture and interpret them through song, dance and visual art. Many of the children's achievements from the workshops are on display in Our Children Our Future.
[7691] Posted: 21/11/2011 14:37
What's On at the Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne
Venue
Birdwood Avenue, South Yarra, Victoria
Date
RBG Melbourne is open every day
Time
From 7.30am to sunset.
Fee
Entry is free. Please note that all program costs are inclusive of GST. EFTPOS available.
Book
Further information about RBG Melbourne is available online at Rbg.vic.gov.au
This summer, RBG Melbourne and RBG Cranbourne will feature: Shakespeare Under the Stars and Ford Focus Moonlight Cinema are back! The Australian Shakespeare Company returns to enchant adults and children alike with their productions of Kenneth Grahame's classic story of life on the riverbank, The Wind in the Willows, and Glenn Elston's hilarious new production Nick Bottom's A idsummer Night's Dream' - Behind the Scenes. The Melbourne institution that is Ford Focus Moonlight Cinema also returns with its eclectic mix of classic and contemporary films. Grab your friends, family and a picnic and relax in the beautiful surrounds of the Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne.
Aboriginal heritage walk: Now available Tuesday to Friday and the first Sunday of the month! Journey into the ancestral lands of the Kulin nation and explore their rich and thriving culture on this award-winning walk in the Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne.
[7686] Posted: 31/10/2011 14:04
Australian Garden at the Royal Botanic Gardens Cranbourne
Venue
Cnr of Ballarto Road and Botanic Drive, (off South Gippsland Highway), Cranbourne, Victoria
Date
Open every day of the year except Christmas Day and days of Total Fire Ban.
Time
9am to 5pm
Fee
Entry to the Australian Garden and bushland at RBG Cranbourne is free
Book
5990 2245 or Rbg.vic.gov.au
Bring the kids to the Australian Garden at the Royal Botanic Gardens Cranbourne on Friday 20 January for a day of family fun!
Enjoy a barbecue, children's activities, and learn all about dry weather gardening and sustainable water use in your garden. Twilight highlights with bush barbecue at the Royal Botanic Gardens Cranbourne Enjoy a delicious bush barbecue at the Woodland Picnic Area. Then join your guide before heading into the bushland to discover the native animals that emerge at night. A perfect night out for the whole family!
[7685] Posted: 31/10/2011 14:03
Mounties Melbourne Cup Party
Venue
Mounties, 101 Meadows Road, Mt Pritchard
Date
From 11:30am
Time
Tuesday, 1 November 2011
Book
For further information regarding Melbourne Cup call 02 9822 3555 or visit Mounties.com.au
[7684] Posted: 31/10/2011 13:36
Summer School Holidays at ACMI
Venue
ACMI, Federation Square
Date
Saturday 17 December 2011 to Tuesday 31 January 2012
Book
Acmi.net.au or call 03 8663 2583
Star Voyager: Exploring Space on Screen Journey through the fact and fiction of space exploration from Fritz Lang to the moon landing, to Star Trek and Avatar. Until Sunday 29 January 2012. Exhibition open daily 10am-6pm
Kids' Flicks" Santa's Apprentice G Sat 17 Dec to Sat 24 Dec, 10.30am and 1pm daily
The Dish M Mon 26 Dec 2011 to Sun 1 Jan 2012, 10.30am and 1pm daily
Muppets from Space G Mon 2 Jan to Sun 8 Jan, 10.30am and 1pm daily, and Fri 13 Jan to Sun 15 Jan, 10.30am and 1pm daily
Spacehunter: Adventures in the Forbidden Zone PG Mon 16 Jan to Sun 22 Jan, 10.30am and 1pm daily
Kids in the Studio: Space Explorers: The Ultimate Space Adventure Mon 9 Jan to Fri 27 Jan, weekdays only Times 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm (45 min sessions)
Workshop: Make a Movie: Space is the Place Get ready for your intergalactic close up! In this hands-on workshop, participants will work in small groups to learn how to create a short live-action film inspired by outer space. Wed 11 Jan - Fri 13 Jan 2012, 10am-4pm
[7683] Posted: 31/10/2011 09:22
The Christmas Show 2011
Venue
Clocktower Centre Moonee Ponds, the Whitehorse Centre, Kingston City Hall Moorabbin, and the Forum Theatre Melbourne.
Fee
$24.90
Book
Christmasshow.com.au
The Christmas Show is a live stage show packed with excitement, music and fun which will bring the magic of Christmas to life. Starring Santa, Mrs Claus and a host of loveable characters, this show will be an instant hit with both the young and young at heart.
[7682] Posted: 31/10/2011 09:03
Fairy Floss Markets
Venue
Moonee Ponds: Gate 1 McPherson Street
Date
Sunday, 13 November, 2011
Time
9am - 2pm
Fee
Gold coin entry to support the ‘Very Special Kids’ Charity
Book
Fairyflossmarkets.com.au
For the perfect Sunday family outing visit Fairy Floss Markets, an exclusive boutique babies and children's market. Presenting only unique, top quality, handmade items by local Victorian artists and designers that can be now shared with the Moonee Ponds community.
The market stages a range of new emerging and contemporary independent stallholders that have produced classic handcrafted products for babies and children at a high creative standard.
Fairy Floss Markets would like to welcome the Moonee Ponds community to come and browse through clothing, jewellery, nursery decor, artwork and toys. Find something unique and special while the kids enjoy face painting , yummy cup cakes, craft activities and an exciting petting zoo
[7669] Posted: 28/10/2011 08:43
Our Children Our Future
Venue
Bunjilaka Aboriginal Cultural Centre, Melbourne Museum: Nicholson Street, Carlton
Date
11th November - 5th February 2012
Fee
Adults $10, children and concessions FREE
Our Children Our Future is the result of a collaborative project between the Victorian Aboriginal Child Care Agency (VACCA), Aboriginal Elders, artists and community members from across the state.
Over the last year, Aboriginal children in the northern and western suburbs of Melbourne have spent time with Elders, artists and community members to learn about their culture and what it means to them. This was achieved through a series of art and culture workshops that culminated in the VACCA Cultural and Arts Festival held on 22 October. These workshops provide a positive focus on culture, family and community for the children involved
[7664] Posted: 28/10/2011 08:26
RMIT 2011 Art and Design Exhibitions
Venue
Galleries and venues around inner-city Melbourne
Date
Late-October to mid-December
Book
Rmit.edu.au/dsc/exhibitions
Catch a glimpse of Melbourne's brightest talents during one of the southern hemisphere's biggest creative festivals, the RMIT University 2011 Art and Design Exhibitions.
[7626] Posted: 26/10/2011 09:28
Screen It 2011
Date
Friday 2nd of December, 2011
Book
Acmi.net.au/screenit
School-aged film makers from around the country have exercised their creativity to create films around this year's theme, Respect, intended as a trigger for students and teachers to investigate topical issues while learning filmmaking techniques along the way.
The 2011 competition set a new record for the number of entries, doubling from the previous year with 499 submissions nationwide across the categories live-action films, computer games and animations.
Entries represented diverse parts of Australia - from Glencoe in South Australia to Indooroopilly in Queensland; Wynyard in Tasmania to Cabramatta in New South Wales; Peppermint Grove in Western Australia to Sunbury in Victoria. Consistent with previous years, Primary Animation was the most popular category demonstrating a great ability among Australian primary students to harness technology. For older students, the most entered category remains Secondary Live Action. Several schools which made the finalist stage in previous years have also made finalist status in the 2011 competition.
[7625] Posted: 26/10/2011 09:24
Live in the Studio: Glee
Venue
Studio 1: ACMI, Federation Square
Date
Thursday 24th of November, 2011
Time
7pm
Fee
Full $15 Concession $12 ACMI Members $11
Warm up your vocal chords, practice your jazz hands and head to ACMI's Studio 1 for this month's Live in the Studio - a battle royale of high school proportions, celebrating the hit TV show Glee.
Polarising audiences across the world since they hit our screens in 2009, the kids of McKinley High have offered a musical glimpse into the life of the modern teenager, covering everyone from Katy Perry to Stevie Nicks along the way.
With celebrity supporters including Olivia Newton John, Gwyneth Paltrow and Britney Spears singing the show's praises, it's suddenly chic to be a Gleek! But does everybody want to join the club?
Watch notable guests and self-described Gleeks Mel Campbell and Tim Hunter go head-to-head with non-believers in a debate on all things Gleeful. Sing-along not compulsory.
[7624] Posted: 26/10/2011 09:24
Hairy Maclary and Friends
Venue
Playhouse
Date
15 December - 15 January
Time
9:30am & 11:30am
Fee
Premium $49 / A Res $39 / B Res $29
Book
(02) 9250 7777 or Sydneyoperahouse.com
Just in time for the school holidays, Hairy Maclary and Friends, will make its Australian debut on the Playhouse stage as part of Summer at the House from 15 December. Children as young as one can experience their first live theatre performance at Sydney Opera House starring their favourite animal friends in this adaptation of author Lynley Dodd's original series, Hairy Maclary from Donaldson's Dairy.
[7617] Posted: 26/10/2011 09:10
Venue
The Dixson Room: State Library NSW
Date
19 November, 2011
Time
5:30pm - 8:30pm
Fee
$25 on the door. $20 for AP members (includes drinks and nibbles after the show)
Book
Eventbrite.com/event/2297004402?ref=ebtn
Australian poet, Kate Middleton, the recent recipient of Sydney's first City Poet will offer one of her poems to be transformed on stage at Acting On Ink at The State Library's Dixson Room on Saturday November 19 from 5:30pm to 8:30pm.
Never before experienced in Australia, the new entertainment phenomena features hot young talents Meredith Penman (City Homicide), Holly Austin (Footy Legends 2006) and actor/ playwright Nick Coyle (October Sapphire) as they interpret the works of 2011's award winning poets Mark Tredinnick, Robert Adamson, Jennifer Maiden, Cate Kennedy and now, City Poet Kate Middleton.
A new initiative by Australian Poetry Ltd, the City Poet Prize has been newly developed to encourage and promote the reading, writing and appreciation of literature and poetry across Sydney and New South Wales.
[7615] Posted: 26/10/2011 09:06
Our Children Our Future
Venue
Melbourne Museum, Nicholson Street, Carlton
Date
11 Nov 2011 to 5 Feb 2012
Time
Open daily 10.00am - 5.00pm
Book
For further details phone 13 11 02 or visit museumvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum
Our Children Our Future is an exhibition by Koorie children and youth that celebrates the strength, diversity and vibrancy of Victorian Aboriginal culture. It is the result of a collaborative project between the Victorian Aboriginal Child Care Agency (VACCA), Aboriginal Elders, artists and community members from across the state. VACCA provide a series of creative workshops for Koorie children to spend time with Elders, artists and community members to learn about their culture and interpret them through song, dance and visual art. Many of the children's achievements from the workshops are on display in Our Children Our Future.
Tickets now on sale. To guarantee a ticket, you must pre-book. Visit kingtutmelbourne.com.au to buy your tickets.
The Tutankhamun exhibition comes to Australia for the first time. Revel in the splendour of Ancient Egypt as you view a dazzling array of possessions unearthed from the boy king's tomb. See Tutankhamun's golden canopic coffinette and the crown found on his head when the tomb was discovered. Learn about the extraordinary discovery of the tomb and the belief and burial processes of ancient Egypt. View results from the latest scientific testing conducted on Tutankhamun's mummy and what it is telling researchers about his life and death. The exhibition has drawn over seven million visitors in the United States and London in the past five years.
Sunday 13th November: 11am: Christmas Stage Show 11:20am: Raggs and Razzles Christmas Party 11:45am: Santa's Grand Arrival 11:50am: Santa and friends sing carols 12-3pm: Family Fun Day FREE Activities 12:05pm: Storytelling with Mrs Claus and Rudolph 1:40pm: Raggs and Razzles Christmas Party 2:05pm: Carollers 2:40pm: Carolling karaoke 3:10pm: Christmas Magic Show 3:40pm: Carollers 4pm: Stage Show concludes
[7608] Posted: 25/10/2011 11:20
Celebrate the 1922 Tomb Discovery of Tutankhamun
Date
Exhibition closes 4th of December
Fee
Adults from $29.50
Book
Kingtutmelbourne.com.au or telephone Ticketek 132 849
In 1922 on 4 November, British archaeologist Howard Carter first discovered the tomb of Tutankhamun - the best preserved and most in-tact pharaonic tomb ever found in the Valley of the Kings and one that Melbourne has been given the opportunity to explore first hand via the tomb's exquisite artefacts.
Open daily 10.00am to 5.00pm except Good Friday and Christmas Day.
Fee
Adult $10, child/concession FREE
Book
More info 13 11 02 or Museumvictoria.com.au/immigration museum
On their own - Britain's child migrants From the 1860s through to 1967, more than 100,000 children were sent from Britain to Australia and other Commonwealth countries through child migration schemes, which changed the lives of these children dramatically. This exhibition explores the history and motivations behind the government endorsed child migration schemes. It conveys the experiences shared by the children and follows the lives of some former child migrants in their own words, letters, photographs, objects and other personal collections. Date: Until 6 May 2012
Open for (more than) Business Many local businesses run by people from migrant communities offer more than just a service. They can act as community hubs and provide links to a homeland while also helping recently arrived migrants establish a connection with their new home. Featuring photographs, stories and a documentary, Open for (more than) Business explores the unique role that local businesses play in Melbourne's migrant communities, from an Indian grocery store in Clayton to an Italian barbershop in Brunswick. Date: Until 27 May 2012
Belonging: Reflections on Place A video installation by video artist Wendy Woodson and installation artist Kathy Couch (with sound design by Myles Mumford), Belonging: Reflections on Place features interviews with diverse migrants and refugees and members of their families living in Australia who reflect on their experiences of place, migration and belonging. Large scale projections of travel and migration inspire a sense of movement and transition from place to place, encouraging visitors to reflect on experiences of place and belonging across different continents and cultures. Date: Until 22 January 2012
Open daily 10.00am to 5.00pm except Good Friday and Christmas Day.
Fee
Adult $10, child/concession FREE
Book
More info 13 11 02 or Museumvictoria.com.au/immigration museum
Filipino-born, Brisbane-based artists Alfredo and Isabel Aquilizan touchdown in Melbourne to create Another Country - a series of projects done in partnership with the Immigration Museum. The series explores ideas of journeys, migration and memory, as well as the life and meaning of everyday objects kept and cherished or discarded and forgotten over time. Projects include:
In-Transit Museum Victoria Members have the opportunity to join Alfredo and Isabel Aquilizan in creative workshops. Bring along a significant object or photograph that evokes memories of travel and migration to create a display inspired by the stories behind these items. Each display will be installed by the artists in the Immigration Museum amongst the trappings of travel for visitors to explore. Date: display on show from 26 November 2011 to 31 January 2012
In-Flight Construct a miniature aeroplane from a huge selection of recycled materials and contribute to an ever-expanding installation created by the artists. The planes will pile up, take off and soar over the second floor of the Immigration Museum, referencing a transitional place of leave-taking and homecoming. Date: 26 November 2011 to 31 January 2012, daily from 10am - 5pm
In-Habit Dwell on what makes the perfect home and create your vision using recycled boxes, cardboard and tape during a workshop with Alfredo and Isabel Aquilizan. Work as an individual or as a family to construct your house and contribute to our growing community installation in the Immigration Museum or our virtual community online. Date: 16 to 20 January 2012, 2pm - 4pm
[7584] Posted: 24/10/2011 09:34
Demonstration: Legal Challenge to Coal
Venue
VCAT (55 King St, Melbourne)
Date
Monday 24 October, 2011
Time
12.30pm
This Monday, 24 October 2011, is Day 1 of the community court challenge of the EPA's controversial approval, being brought by LIVE, Environment Victoria, Doctors for the Environment, and Martin Shield, a concerned private citizen.
Thanks to the Environment Defender's Office, and a highly committed team of lawyers and barristers who are donating their time and talent, we have this rare opportunity to stand up for our community's best interests by directly challenging coal in a court of law. Why exactly? Because every step in the production of energy from coal - mining, transporting, washing, burning and depositing of the waste - poses grave health and environmental hazards, and is forcing climate change.
Sunday 6th November Peninsula Health Expo: Frankston Arts Centre, Davey St Frankston 11:00am Peninsulahealthexpo.com.au
Saturday 19th November Geelong Gala Day Parade: Steampacket Gardens, Geelong Geelongaustralia.com.au
[7582] Posted: 24/10/2011 09:28
Trick R Treat at Toys”R”Us this October
Venue
All Toys'R'Us stores across Australia (excluding Moore Park)
Date
Saturday, 29 October 2011
Time
10am-11am and 1pm-2pm
Book
It’s a party not to be missed! Bookings are essential. To avoid disappointment book at Toysrus.com.au or at your local Toys“R”Us store.
Prepare to get a fright! This October, Toys'R'Us is inviting children across Australia to come Trick R Treating for what is fast becoming one of Australia's favourite nights, Halloween.
Join in on a day of Halloween fun and games as Toys'R'Us gets excited for the frights of Halloween night. Children across Australia are invited to join in the action and partake in a number of Halloween themed activities hosted in-store.
Little scare seekers can start their day by getting creative with colouring in and crafts followed by stacks of fun games including Mummy Wrap, Musical Tombstones and Halloween 'Simon Says' - and that's just to start. Halloween wouldn't be the same without a Trick R Treat hunt! Children will sneak up behind staff and yell 'Trick R Treat' to receive lollies and stickers.
Street Hassle Events, established in 2006, prides itself on its ability to produce events that run to budget and allow for maximum community participation. Street Hassel Events been the Satterley Property Group's exclusive event provider for the last 5 years, staging over 150 major community events during that time. We have a dedicated team of event professionals, all overseen by Street Hassle proprietor Malcolm Barbera. An events industry veteran with 30 year's experience, Malcolm works closely with Street Hassle clients to help create events that connect with their audience.
[7575] Posted: 21/10/2011 09:21
Rockingham Community Fair
Venue
Village Green Rockingham (Cnr Patterson Rd & Flinders Lane, Rockingham)
Date
Sunday 27th November
Time
10am to 5pm
Street Hassle Events, established in 2006, prides itself on its ability to produce events that run to budget and allow for maximum community participation. Street Hassel Events been the Satterley Property Group's exclusive event provider for the last 5 years, staging over 150 major community events during that time. We have a dedicated team of event professionals, all overseen by Street Hassle proprietor Malcolm Barbera. An events industry veteran with 30 year's experience, Malcolm works closely with Street Hassle clients to help create events that connect with their audience.
[7574] Posted: 21/10/2011 09:20
Pally Pop Shop
Venue
Palmyra Primary School: 60 McKimmie Rd, Palmyra
Date
Sunday October 23
Time
8am - 12pm
Pally Pop shop, in conjuction with the Palmyra Western Farmers Markets, brings you the perfect opportunity to purchase unique handcrafted gifts at their very first market this October! The same 'direct to customer' approach allows local artists and designers to showcase their wares and explain intricate product details with you, an experience you won't get anywhere else! If you are interested in having a stall, please contact us for further details or apply using the above link. Come down and support your local school and community, knowing that 100% of proceeds go to the Palmyra P&C!
[7573] Posted: 21/10/2011 09:20
Abigail E. Disney for Gala Dinner
Book
Womendonors.org.au
Gala Dinner: A unique dinner and film experience featuring clips from her latest production 'Women, War & Peace' (currently being released in USA). Entertainment by Paulini in Sydney, and Wendy Matthews in Melbourne!
Philanthropy Masterclass: An exclusive presentation for emerging & existing philanthropists (corporates/ individuals) to learn about Abigail's philanthropy and non-profit strategies & successes. Moderated by Genevieve Timmons in Melbourne, and Dr Catriona Wallace in Sydney.
Melbourne Gala Dinner - Tuesday 29 November, 7pm-11pm, Crown Palladium Melbourne Masterclass - Wednesday 30 November, 2.00-4.30pm, Nova Cinema Sydney Gala Dinner - Thursday 1 December, 7pm-11pm, Shangri La Hotel Grand Ballroom Sydney Masterclass - Friday 2 December, 2.00-4.30pm, Sydney Theatre
[7568] Posted: 21/10/2011 09:05
Romp & Stomp Fun Day for Children
Venue
Melbourne Museum
Date
Wednesday 26 October 2011
With over 2000 attendees last year, Romp & Stomp Fun Day for Children is a day of fun filled activities designed for children aged 0-5. Activities on the day are both fun and educational, and include performances, activities, special appearances and storytelling. The day also provides the opportunity for parents and carers to access information about early childhood services and networks.
[7549] Posted: 19/10/2011 09:58
Dive In Movie - Yogi Bear
Venue
Nambour Aquatic Centre, Petrie Park Rd, Nambour
Date
Friday 28th of October, 2011
Time
from 6pm
Fee
$8 per person, and free for children under 3 years of age
Book
Swimfit.com.au
A bit about the movie..
Jellystone Park is celebrating its 100 anniversary, however it may be for the last time, because attendance is down and Mayor Brown wants to close the park and sell the land. If the park is closed, Yogi Bear and Boo Boo will lose their home. They join forces with Ranger Smith to save Jellystone from closing forever. Yogi must really prove that he is "smarter than the average bear".
[7526] Posted: 18/10/2011 15:59
The HalloScream Spook-tacular
Venue
Luna Park Sydney
Date
Friday 28th - Sunday 30th October
The HalloScreal spook-tacular will offer activities and entertainment for trick or treaters of all ages including:
Dress to Distress: Everyone dressed to distress in a scary costume will receive a special HalloScream! Pass for just $29.95, which includes unlimited rides all day and an exclusive VSP (Very Scary Person) card to use on sideshow games, in the shop, for extra ice cream scoops and more.
Alone?: The abandoned Mirror Maze in Coney Island is being re-opened for the eerie-weekend. The power has been cut, so it's pitch black and nobody knows what lurks inside.
Dance of Dread: Luna Park's ghouls, ghosts and witches will perform a frighteningly fun Halloween show several times each evening on the midway.
Trick or Treat: Kids can buy a Trick or Treat Showbag to receive a 'trick or treat' card which can be stamped as they fill their bag with evil goodies around the Park.
[7525] Posted: 18/10/2011 15:57
Toys'R'Us Moore Park Opening
Venue
Toys'R'Us Moore Park
Date
Wednesday, 26th October and Saturday, 29th October
Book
Toysrus.com.au
The Grand Opening ribbon cutting will be at 10am on Wednesday, 26th October. The Family Fun Day kicks off from 9am on Saturday, 29th October.
[7521] Posted: 18/10/2011 15:50
2011 Slurpee Flavathon
Venue
7-Eleven stores in Victoria, New South Wales, the Australian Capital Territory and Queensland.
Fee
SLURPEES are available in four sizes with prices starting at $2.30 (small), $2.60 (medium), $2.90 (large) and $3.30 (super).
Book
Slurpee.com.au
To help Aussie slurpers stay motivated as they take on the eleven-week wave of flavours, 7-Eleven is offering a daily chance to win an iPad2 with the purchase of any large SLURPEE. This equates to 77 iPad2's given away over 77 days!
2011 SLURPEE Flavathon flavours: 1. Blue Lemonade, from 18 October 2. Pink Grapefruit, from 24 October 3. Classic Lime, from 31 October 4. Passionfruit, from 7 November 5. Strawberry Citron, from 14 November 6. Honeydew Melon, from 21 November 7. Juicy Grape, from 28 November 8. Kiwi Lime, from 8 December 9. Sour Watermelon, from 12 December 10. Tropical Mango, from 19 December 11. Apple Blackcurrant, from 26 December
[7495] Posted: 17/10/2011 10:05
World Egg Day Australia
Venue
Australia Wide
Date
14th of October, 2011
Book
Eggs.org.au
What is World Egg Day? World Egg Day is an international event which celebrates the wonderful egg across the globe.
How do other countries celebrate World Egg Day? The great thing about World Egg day is that every country celebrates it differently. I'm Hungarian, and there they host a three day long egg festival is held in Siofok which includes lots of fun activities for children and families, such as concerts, exhibitions and dance shows and creating the biggest egg dish in the world.
Are eggs good for you? Eggs are a nutrition powerhouse providing 11 different vitamins and minerals, high quality protein, healthy fats (including omegas-3) and important antioxidants. Along with their nutritional value, eggs are tasty, convenient and good value for money making them an excellent part of a well balanced, healthy diet.
How many eggs can I eat? The Heart Foundation's latest review of the evidence showed that all Australians can eat up to 6 eggs per week as a part of a healthy balanced diet that is low in saturated fat. That's an egg a day for six days or three serves of two in a week.
[7492] Posted: 14/10/2011 09:52
Search for Australia's DanceStar
Venue
First Fleet Park: (next to the MCA), Barney & Blight Reserve, Hickson Road, The Rocks
Date
Thursday, 20 October 2011
Time
10.15am for 10.30am start
If you think you can dance and you love to game, this is the event for you! Grab your sweats and dance for your life as First Fleet Park transforms into a high energy dance playground presented by PlayStation3.
To celebrate the global launch of DanceStar Party - a brand new PlayStation 3 exclusive dancing game - learn a hot new routine from the new game with Australia's top celebrity hip-hop choreographer, then compete in a wild dance-off hosted by international megastar, Cat Deeley - presenter of 'So You Think You Can Dance' US.
Be one of the very first people in Australia to play the brand new DanceStar Party as you battle your way to the final round for your chance to win! If your moves top the DanceStar Party dance-off, you could be heading to the US on an amazing trip to watch the filming of 'So You Think You Can Dance' America!
Featuring a track list of 40 body-rocking tunes and over 160 routines, DanceStar Party is the perfect way to get everyone on their feet. The new games is brought to you by the makers of the smash hit singing sensation, SingStar.
So come along, get your groove on and have some fun!
[7490] Posted: 14/10/2011 08:56
Christmas Lights Spectacular
Venue
Hunter Valley Gardens
Date
Thursday 10th November, 2011 until Saturday 14th January, 2012 (excluding Christmas Day and Night).
Book
Hvg.com.au
For the fifth year running, Hunter Valley Gardens is set to host Christmas Lights Spectacular, Australia's biggest Christmas lights display and the largest display of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere. A wonderful experience for the whole family to enjoy, the Gardens will be alive with colour every night from Thursday 10th November, 2011 until Saturday 14th January, 2012 (excluding Christmas Day and Night).
Christmas Lights Spectacular has won the prestigious Hunter Region Tourism Award for 'Best Festival or Event' for three years running, placing the Hunter Valley Gardens event into the Hall of Fame within this category. This year, make sure to get all your friends and family down to the Gardens to see what all the fuss is about!
[7453] Posted: 12/10/2011 11:51
CIRA-ALMA Gala Dinner
Venue
Doltone House in Pyrmont
Date
Monday 31 October
Time
6:30pm
Fee
For $165 per person ($1500 for a table of ten) food fans can enjoy a taste of five of the top Italian restaurants in Australia, and their celebrated chefs.
Book
Cira.com.au
Alessandro Pavoni (Ormeggio at The Spit and Spiedo Restaurant & Bar), Giovanni Pilu (Pilu at Freshwater), Eugenio Maiale (A Tavola), Nino Zoccali (Pendolino) and Luca Ciano (consultant) are charged with creating five courses, one each, and matching regional wines.
[7450] Posted: 12/10/2011 11:43
Fairy Floss Markets
Venue
Williamstown North Primary School
Date
Sunday, 6 November, 2011
Time
9am - 2pm
Fee
Gold coin entry to support the ‘Very Special Kids’ Charity
Book
Fairyflossmarkets.com.au
For the perfect Sunday family outing visit Fairy Floss Markets, an exclusive boutique babies and children's market. Presenting only unique top quality, handmade items by local Victorian artists and designers that can be now shared with the Williamstown community.
The market stages a range of new emerging and contemporary independent stallholders that have produced classic handcrafted products for babies and children at a high creative standard.
Fairy Floss Markets would like to welcome the Williamstown community to come browse through clothing, jewellery, nursery decor, artwork and toys. Find something unique and special while the kids enjoy face painting , yummy cup cakes, craft activities and an exciting petting zoo
[7446] Posted: 12/10/2011 11:35
World's Biggest Meatball Marathon
Venue
IKEA: 634/726 Princes Highway, Tempe NSW
Date
3rd - 6th November, 2011
Meatball maniacs rejoice, IKEA is celebrating the store opening of Tempe in Sydney - the largest free-standing retail store in the Southern Hemisphere - with a MEGAMEATBALL MARATHON! Over the opening weekend of the 3rd " 6th November, IKEA will look to serve up the world’s biggest helping of meatballs: a quarter of a million or 2.5 tonnes of meaty morsels!
[7434] Posted: 12/10/2011 10:34
Hunter Barn Concert Markets
Venue
Hunter Barn Markets
Date
Weekends: Saturday 19th November - Sunday 11th December
The Hunter Barn Markets are set to kick off the 2011 concert season, coinciding with Dolly Parton's performances on Saturday 19th & Sunday 20th November 2011 with an array of gourmet food, local produce, arts & crafts, entertainment, garden bar and music in the heart of the Hunter Valley Wine Country.
Coinciding with major concert events in the Hunter Valley area, the markets aim to provide a place for visitors to the area, to relax and be entertained, have a shop, eat some great food, entertain the kids or just relax amongst the vineyards.
Situated in the heart of the wine region on Broke Rd Pokolbin, the Hunter Barn Markets are within walking distance of Hope Estate, the venue hosting concerts for Dolly Parton, Elton John & Sade.
[7429] Posted: 11/10/2011 10:14
The Thinking Pavilion
Date
7-14 October 2011
In conjunction with the Mis-design exhibition staged at the Ian Potter Museum of Art, University of Melbourne, Flatland OK has worked with RMIT interior design students to design and construct two environments within Melbourne Central. The Thinking Pavilions are immersive objects that prompt passersby to pause and think. They have been designed to literally unhinge your mind for a few moments to make space for contemplation of other things.
Thinking Pavilions Type A and Type B: Melbourne Central, 211 Latrobe St (cnr Swanston St), Melbourne Trading hours: Mon-Thurs, Fri: 10am-9pm, Sat: 10am-6pm, Sun: 10am-5pm
Collect your lucky ticket: Jungle Juice, 20 Centre Pl, Melbourne Trading hours: Mon-Fri: 7am-6pm, Sat: 8am-6pm, Sun: 8.30am-6pm
Exchange your lucky ticket for a free gift: The Ian Potter Museum of Art, the University of Melbourne, Swanston St, Parkville Opening hours: Tues-Fri: 10am-5pm; Sat, Sun: 12pm-5pm
[7418] Posted: 10/10/2011 11:52
Where's Asterix?
Venue
Facebook.com/wheresasterix
Date
8th November 2011
To celebrate the release of Where's Asterix? on the 8th November 2011, find one of SIX Asterix cardboard cut-outs at SIX locations around Australia to WIN $500 instantly.
Clues about the six secret locations and the times of each drop will be announced on the Where's Asterix? Facebook fan page leading up to the 8th November: Facebook.com/wheresasterix
[7412] Posted: 06/10/2011 09:43
Australian Perspectives: Stunt Rock
Date
Saturday 15th of October, 2011
Time
4pm
Stunt man Grant Page is dispatched to LA to work on a TV series and is given ample opportunity to show off his one-of-a-kind daredevil skills, impressing theatrical rock band Sorcery. They hire him to add that little extra something to their shows. The session on Sat 15 Oct will be followed by a panel discussion hosted by the Australian Film Critics Association.
[7391] Posted: 06/10/2011 09:25
Kids' Flicks: Ballet Shoes
Date
Sunday 16th of October
Time
10:30am and 1pm
Three orphans are adopted by an eccentric explorer. When their new family's financial situation takes a turn for the worse, the girls join a theatre group where they uncover their special talents.
Are you ready to sound off on unrealistic beauty standards and the effects of advertising on women and girls? Or share healthy ways to feel good about yourself or cultivate self-esteem? Now is your opportunity! On Wednesday, Oct.19, the National Organisation for Women Foundation will host a Love Your Body Day blog carnival, featuring voices from across the Internet - and you're invited to add yours.
Each year NOW Foundation celebrates Love Your Body Day to send a positive message to women and girls that beauty comes in all colors, shapes and sizes. This year's blog carnival will encourage women to come together to celebrate a day of self-acceptance and promote positive body image by contributing their unique voices.
[7380] Posted: 05/10/2011 08:31
Passion for Fashion
Venue
Eumundi Markets
Date
Saturday 29 October
Book
Eumundimarkets.com.au
Renowned as a springboard for emerging designers, The Original Eumundi Markets hosts Passion for Fashion each year to celebrate the unique designs of the many fashionistas within the market community.
Visitors will be able follow a special Passion for Fashion Trail on the day - a trail through the market that highlights more than 60 stalls with a fashion focus. The Passion for Fashion Trail will include men's, women's and children's fashion, as well as handmade shoes, jewellery, hats and other accessories.
Another highlight of the morning will be parades of the new spring and summer collections from flagship fashion stalls. The designs will be paraded from 10am on the catwalk at Main Stage.
[7365] Posted: 30/09/2011 15:28
Serious Game
Venue
abc.net.au/abc3/games
Screen Australia and ABC TV today launched Alternator, a thrilling new race car game, the winner of their nation-wide competition for a 'Serious Game' which is now live on ABC3 online.
The purpose of a 'Serious Game' is to raise awareness of important contemporary issues by providing an engaging and enlightening gaming experience.
The initiative, an Australian first, was circulated in 2009 and asked for filmmakers, game developers and web designers to join forces.
An impressive 52 proposals were received and addressed a broad range of issues from binge drinking to bushfire survival techniques, healthy living, science, education and the environment.
From these applications, five teams went on to further develop and consolidate their game ideas into a design document from which Alternator was chosen.
[7362] Posted: 30/09/2011 15:25
Melbourne Cup Golf Day
Venue
Yarra Yarra Golf Club
Date
Tuesday 1 November 2011
Time
8:00am Shotgun Start
Fee
$49.00 - Lunch Only
Book
Kingston Heath GC website
[7361] Posted: 30/09/2011 09:44
City of Riddles
Venue
Direct to CarriageWorks from the Shanghai Children’s Festival an amazing 360-degree interactive world unfolds that will have kids out of their seats and onstage!
Date
4 - 8 October, 2011
Time
10:30am or 2pm
Book
Polyglottheatre.com/city_of_riddles
Set in a mysterious city, kids wind their way through a scattered collection of tiny buildings, peering inside each one like giants in a miniature world.
Children become 'hands-on' leaders and town planners of the tiny city, setting their own rules.
Everyone is encouraged become a part of the performance. Each will be unique and no two performances the same!
[7356] Posted: 30/09/2011 09:22
Discover Dunkeld
Date
Saturday October 22
Book
Discoverdunkeld.com
Discover Dunkeld is an annual spring cultural festival, held on the weekend of Saturday October 22. It has grown to become one of the highlights of the Grampians' annual events calendar with a program of more than 30 cultural activities to discover the food, wine, art, history and nature of the picturesque Grampians region.
As you know Dunkeld is home to the renowned Royal Mail Hotel, which will be holding behind the scenes tours and tastings of it prized wine cellar, hosted by Royal Mail sommelier, Jeremy Shiell. There will also be a Regional Producers Dinner hosted at the Royal Mail Hotel with a special menu created by executive chef, Dan Hunter.
Other highlights of the festival include: Market in the Park Mount Sturgeon Homestead open day 2011 Dunkeld Scone-off Lost in Sculpture outdoor exhibition Wildflower walks The newly constructed Dunkeld Labyrinth
[7355] Posted: 30/09/2011 09:18
Angelina Ballerina's Big Audition
Venue
Concert Hall
Date
20 - 24th of December, 2011
Time
10:30am, 12:30pm daily and 3:30pm on 22 - 23 December
Fee
Premium: $49 A Res: $39 B Res: $29
Book
(02) 9250 7777 or sydneyoperahouse.com
Angelina Ballerina's Big Audition follows Angelina as she prepares to audition for the prestigious Camembert Academy. Miss Lily prepares Angelina for her big chance to dance in front of the judges and, although excited about the possibility of an exciting new adventure, Angelina worries about leaving home.
Sydney Opera House is thrilled to be presenting the opening season and national tour of Angelina Ballerina's Big Audition. In 2009 Angelina's first live ballet, Angelina's Star Performance, drew packed houses at the State Theatre, Sydney and the Arts Centre, Melbourne. After Sydney, Angelina Ballerina's Big Audition will tour to Melbourne, Queensland, Adelaide and Canberra.
[7333] Posted: 29/09/2011 09:25
Football Final party BBQ at Sydney Children's Hospital
Venue
Sydney Children’s Hospital, Randwick, outside the hospital school courtyard, Level 1
Date
1st of October, 2011
Time
From 9am
Football final weekend BBQ hosted by Mr Beak's Sausages for the Randwick is hosted by Mr. Beak Sausages with celebrities guests including Parramatta Captain Nathan Hindmarsh and Miss World Australia 2010, Ashleigh Francis.
[7328] Posted: 29/09/2011 09:19
The Man the Sea Saw by Spoon Tree Production at Sydney Children's Festival
Date
27 September - 1 October
Time
10am or 2pm
Book
Themantheseasaw.com/
A rollicking adventure big and small people will love, awaits!
Prepare to be swept away, with the fable of a man accidentally cast adrift on a teetering iceberg.
Magical sets including a swaying icicle-clad stage, circus, clowning and crazy puppet creatures including a giant blue whale!
[7323] Posted: 28/09/2011 08:59
All Well and Good
Venue
Emundi Markets
Date
Saturday 24th of September, 2011
Fee
Free
Held on site at The Original Eumundi Markets, All Well & Good is a FREE event (no entry fee) - a day of education and healthy pampering celebrating healthy foods, products, therapies and lifestyle choices.
Follow the All Well & Good Trail through the markets to learn more about healthy foods, therapies and lifestyle choices from the many wellness oriented stalls. Sample, test, try and buy products and services including herbal medicines, essential oils, natural skincare, Ayurvedic medicine, homeopathy, naturopathy, Chinese medicine, massage, manipulative therapies, tarot readers, palmistry, clairvoyance, astrology and energy healing.
[7283] Posted: 21/09/2011 09:44
Blast Off with NASA Astronaut Rex Walheim
Venue
ACMI (Australian Centre for the Moving Image), Studio 1
Date
Thursday 22 September, 2011
Time
Noon
Book
Acmi.net.au/starvoyager
Victorian school students are set to learn about space travel and exploration from a NASA astronaut in a special education program by the Australian Centre for the Moving Image.
NASA Astronaut Rex Walheim will visit ACMI and host a special education program for Victorian schools, scheduled to coincide with the launch of the centres new major exhibition Star Voyager: Exploring Space on Screen. The education event, Blast Off with NASA Astronaut Rex Walheim, will be held on Thursday 22 September from noon.
ACMI's Studio 1 will become a classroom with a difference for a live audience of 50 students and the event will also be beamed to all Victorian schools via the Department of Education's online Virtual Conference Centre (VCC). Thirty-two Victorian schools have already registered to take part.
[7205] Posted: 13/09/2011 15:53
Eczema Awareness Week
Date
5th to the 11th of September
As you may know, Eczema Awareness Week starts today (5th to the 11th of September) and we are urging people to help bring awareness of this week and the helpful topical applications that may help with Eczema. I thought you may be interested in story/snippet ideas or speaking to a health expert about the benefits of Manuka Honey.
The latest product for dry and sensitive skin and eczema is Comvita's Medihoney which contains Medihoney Antibacterial Manuka honey, a standardised medical grade of honey found only in New Zealand and Australia.
Based on the healing properties of Manuka honey, Comvita's Medihoney is backed by numerous scientific studies and has recently been gaining significant traction amongst doctors and hospitals Australia-wide.
The Comvita Medihoney Body Range helps to moisturise, nourish and replenish sensitive skin, particularly those who suffer from Eczema, Dermatitis, Psoriasis, Dry Skin and Wounds.
[7131] Posted: 08/09/2011 10:09
Smurf Out at Toys'R'Us this September
Venue
All Toys'R'Us stores across Australia (excluding Moore Park)
Date
Saturday, 17 September 2011
Time
10am-11am and 1pm-2pm
Calling all Smurf lovers! This September, Toys'R'Us is inviting children across Australia to come down and celebrate everyone's favourite blue miniature friends as they host an in-store party not to be forgotten.
Join in on a day of Smurftastic fun and games as Toys'R'Us get excited about the release of new movie, The Smurfs. Children across Australia are invited to join in the action and partake in a number of spectacular Smurf themed activities hosted in-store.
[7124] Posted: 08/09/2011 09:42
Raffles College Open Day
Date
Saturday 10 September, 2011
Time
From 10am to 2pm
Raffles College of Design and Commerce will open their doors to prospective students on 10th September to offer them the opportunity to find out about Raffles' innovative design and business courses. The Open Day will be held from 10am to 2pm at 99 Mount St, North Sydney. Edge 96.1, the radio station for Sydney's 18 - 24 will be on-site with live crosses, and Raffles College will also be offering attendees an exciting opportunity to win a free iPad 2.
[7110] Posted: 02/09/2011 11:31
heARTlines Children's Literature and Book Illustration Festival
Star Voyager includes rare films and documentary footage, video artworks, television clips, animations, as well as film ephemera such as models, costumes and production materials, to reveal the relationship between the moving image and space. The exhibition features a space-flown camera from NASA's Apollo 12 mission film costumes and models from 2001:A Space Odyssey (1968), Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me (1999), Sunshine (2007) and Star Trek: The Motion Picture (1979), as well references of space in popular culture such as music video clips.
[7101] Posted: 02/09/2011 10:36
The Star Prepares To Shine
Date
Thursday 15 September
Time
from 6.30pm
The Star will throw open the doors to its gleaming new expansion, that will include 20 new restaurants and bars, and a sophisticated retail area including a collection of leading luxury brands. The entire façade of The Star has been re-orientated to face the harbour and is set on an open promenade lining Sydney's waterfront.
The first restaurants set to open are Chef Stefano Manfredi's Balla and chef Teage Ezard's BLACK by ezard which open to the public from Friday 16 September, as well as a new harbour facing cocktail bar, Cherry. From mid-October 2011, The Star will also become home to David Chang's Momofuku Seiōbo, Chase Kojima's Sokyo, Sydney's Cantonese institution Golden Century, Adriano Zumbo's new patisserie and takeaway eatery Flying Fish and Chips.
Tornado Alley (3D) More than one thousand tornadoes strike the USA every year but this spring you can experience one from the safety of your cinema seat. Join Stormchasers’ Sean Casey and a team of researchers on their incredible journey into the heart of a tornado.
Journey to Mecca: In the Footsteps of Ibn Battuta During the school holidays IMAX Melbourne Museum will be screening a gorgeous film about Ibn Battuta, one of the world’s most famous travellers, who in the 14th Century covered some 75 000 miles - three times further then Marco Polo. This movie is about his first journey away from his native Tangiers, across perilous deserts to the awe-inspiring city of Mecca, the cultural heart of Islam.
Put a spring in your step with Born to be Wild 3D Warm up your heart with Born to be Wild 3D - a gorgeous movie about amazing people who save orphaned orang-utans and elephants and return them to the wild, saving endangered animals one life at a time. Born to be Wild 3D will touch animal lovers of any age!
[7096] Posted: 01/09/2011 10:10
Melbourne Museum Spring School Holiday Activities
Venue
Melbourne Museum, Nicholson Street, Carlton
Date
24th September to 9th October
Time
Open daily 10.00am - 5.00pm
Fee
10 Adult, children and concession FREE
Book
For further details phone 13 11 02 or visit Museumvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum
Mysteries of the Nile room Immerse yourself in the wonders of Ancient Egypt and discover the mysteries of the Nile with dress-ups, books, special archaeological dig tables and activities for all ages in our special family activity room. Time: 11am-3pm daily
Treasure of Tomb - Treasures Notebook The English archaeologist Howard Carter kept detailed notebooks about his archaeological discoveries when he unearthed Tutankhamun's tomb. Follow in Howard Carter’s footsteps, create your own archaeological notebook and record what you discover about Tutankhamun. Time: 11am-3pm daily
Unwrapping the Mummy Witness the unwrapping of our dummy mummy Bob and find out what is revealed beneath his bandaged exterior. Looking at the mummification process in reverse this live show explores the meaning behind this ancient tradition. Time: 12 noon, 1pm and 2pm daily
For further details phone (03) 9927 2754 or museumvictoria.com.au/immigrationmuseum
Customs Detective Follow a special detective trail through the Immigration Museum, previously Old Customs House. By answering questions and spotting clues you can discover the amazing story of the Old Customs House. Try the Senior Customs Detective hunt and find objects hidden in each of the galleries. Time: 10am - 5pm Daily
Disguise Kit Customs Detective-Inspector John Christie was famous for his use of disguises to make arrests in the 1890s and 1900s. He was known as Australia's Sherlock Holmes. Create your own disguise and go undercover as you discover the secret history of Old Customs House. Time: 10am - 5pm Daily
Detective Badge Design and make your own detective badge to wear just like a Customs Detective. Use it to identify yourself while hunting for objects and snooping your way through the Museum. Time: 10am - 5pm Daily
Storytelling Join us twice a day to hear heart-warming stories from around the world, read by Immigration Museum staff. Time: 11:30am and 1:30pm Monday to Friday
Belonging: Reflections on Place A video installation by video artist Wendy Woodson and installation artist Kathy Couch (with sound design by Myles Mumford), Belonging: Reflections on Place features interviews with diverse migrants and refugees and members of their families living in Australia who reflect on their experiences of place, migration and belonging. Large scale projections of travel and migration inspire a sense of movement and transition from place to place, encouraging visitors to reflect on experiences of place and belonging across different continents and cultures.
Identity: Yours, Mine, Ours Unlike any other exhibition in an Australia museum, Identity: Yours, Mine, Ours provides fresh and challenging insights into personal identity - who we are, how we perceive each other and what it means to belong or not belong in Australia today. Focusing on the things that make up our sense of who we are " ethnicity, ancestry, language, spirituality and citizenship " the exhibition explores the many and varied identities that make up our nation. Featuring objects, immersive multimedia displays and a range of personal stories from Australians of widely diverse backgrounds, Identity will challenge visitors to examine their own assumptions and confront everyday prejudices about Australia’s multicultural society.
[7094] Posted: 01/09/2011 09:56
Scienceworks Spring School Holidays
Venue
Scienceworks, 2 Booker St, Spotswood.
Date
24th September to 9th October
Time
Open daily 10.00am - 4.30pm
Book
For further details phone 03 9392 4800 or visit Museumvictoria.com.au/scienceworks
Reality Check Boggle your brain and stimulate your senses in this 20-minute live show all about the science behind magic and illusion. See our magician make sense of the impossible things that magic makes happen. Time: 12 noon and 2pm, daily
Science Makes Sense Why are two eyes better than one? Get hands-on in this 30-minute workshop and construct an experiment that explains how your brain makes sense of what you see. Suitable for ages 6"12 years
Puzzling Processes Make your own optical illusion and discover how what we see and what we think we see is not always the same thing.
Perception Deception - new exhibition Perception Deception contains interactive exhibits that will challenge your ability to interpret information from your senses. Explore illusions; investigate perceptual tricks used by your brain to edit the information it receives and create your 'reality'.
Explore-a-saurus Explore-a-saurus demonstrates the ways in which palaeontologists use fossil evidence to learn about how dinosaurs lived; from what they ate and how fast they ran, to what colour they were and even how they cared for their young. Test your strength against the strength of a T-rex jaw, or see the world through the eyes of a dinosaur, all in a gallery inhabited by Scienceworks’ own animatronic dinosaurs! Cost: Adults $18, Concession $6 and Children (3-16 years) $5. Includes general entry to Scienceworks.
Melbourne Planetarium There is a range of Planetarium shows running daily through the school holidays, including Tycho to the Moon, Spinning Out, Our Living Climate and Escape from Andraxus. Cost: Adults $16, Concession $5 and Children (3-16 years) $4.50. Includes general entry to Scienceworks.
[7093] Posted: 01/09/2011 09:54
The 2011 Schools Spectacular
Venue
Sydney Entertainment Centre: 35 Harbour Street, Darling Harbour
Date
Friday 25 November at 1pm & 8pm; Saturday 26 November at 2pm & 8pm
Fee
$61.00 Adult; $41.00 Concession
Book
Ticketmaster.com.au
[7089] Posted: 01/09/2011 09:45
First Look: Rita, Sue and Bob Too
Date
Thursday 8th - Sunday 11th of September
Time
7pm Sunday (5:30pm)
Directed by Alan Clarke (Elephant, Scum), Rita, Sue and Bob Too was scripted by Andrea Dunbar and set on the Bradford estate where she lived. It follows the (mis)fortunes of best friends who embark on an impulsive menage-a-trois, in what Clarke described as "a comedy of manners".
[7087] Posted: 01/09/2011 09:40
Nick Jr.'s Dora the Explorer Live! Search For The City Of Lost Toys
Venue
Nickjr.com.au
Date
Friday 2nd of September - Thursday 20th of October
Book
Ticketek or at the venue
Friday 2nd and Saturday 3rd of September Parade Theatre: 215 Anzac Pde, Kensington, Sydney, NSW
Monday 5th September Riverside Theatres: Cnr Church & Market Sts, Parramatta, NSW
Monday 12th September Illawarra Perf Arts Centre (IPAC): 32 Burelli St, Wollongong, NSW
Tueday 13th September Shoalhaven Entertainment Centre: 42 Bridge Rd, Nowra, NSW
Friday 16th September Darebin Arts Centre: 387 Bell St, Preston, VIC
Saturday 17th September Clocktower Centre: 740 Mount Alexander Rd, Moonee Ponds, VIC
Monday 19th September Frankston Arts Centre: Davey St, Frankston, VIC
Wednesday 21st September The Capital: 50 View St, Bendigo, VIC
Friday 23rd September Alexander Theatre, Monash Uni: Wellington Rd, Clayton, VIC
Tuesday 27th to Wednesday 28th September Theatre Royal: 29 Campbell St, Hobart, TAS
Thursday 29th September Princess Theatre: 57 Brisbane St, Launceston, TAS
Friday 30th September Devonport Entertainment Centre: 145 - 151 Rooke St, Devonport, TAS
Tueday 4th to Wednesday 5th October Dunstan Playhouse, Festival Ctr: King William Road, Adelaide
Monday 10th October Mandurah Performing Arts Centre: Ormsby Tce, Mandurah
Wednesday 12th to Friday 14th October Burswood Theatre: Great Eastern Highway, Burswood, Perth WA
Tuesday 18th October Bunbury Regional Ent Centre: 2 Blair St, Bunbury
Thursday 20th October Queens Park Theatre: Cnr Cathedral Ave & Maitland St, Geraldton, WA
[7083] Posted: 01/09/2011 09:30
Gap Australia Casting Call
Date
deadline: Sunday 4th September
Book
Gapcastingcall.com.au
The competition is open to all Australian residents - babies ages 0-5 years and kids' ages 6-10 years. To enter, parents/guardians must submit a recent photo of their child wearing an item of babyGap or GapKids clothing or holding a copy of SHOP4kids magazine to the Gap casting call website, Gapcastingcall.com.au
[7059] Posted: 30/08/2011 10:23
CLAWS Exhibit, exclusive to Sydney Aquarium, Aquarium Wharf, Darling Harbour
Venue
Sydney Aquarium
Date
Open from 5 September2011, with the Japanese Spider Crab unveiled spring school holidays 2011
Time
Open 9am-8pm
Fee
Adults $35, Children (4-15yrs) $18, Concession $23
Book
02 8251 7800 or visit Sydneyaquarium.com.au
[7033] Posted: 29/08/2011 10:01
2012 Yallingup Surfilm Festival
Venue
Yallingupsurfilm.com.au
Date
Entries closing on Saturday 1 October 2011
Filmmakers and surf lovers around the world are putting the finishing touches on their films as the deadline for submissions to the 2012 Yallingup Surfilm Festival fast approaches.
Closing on Saturday 1 October 2011, entry into the Western Australian Festival is open to anyone wishing to share their love of surf and its culture through either short of feature length films.
Thanks to new sponsors Media Movers, entrants now also have the chance to win 1000 EcoDisks. These DVDs have all the same advantages of a regular DVD, but have an entirely toxic free bonder and take 50 percent less energy to produce, supporting the Festival's commitment to preserving the natural environment and increasing environmental and social awareness.
13 11 02 or museumvictoria.com.au/immigration museum
On Their Own: Britain's Child Migrants From the 1860s, more than 100,000 children were sent from Britain to Australia, Canada and other Commonwealth countries through child migration schemes. Date: 13 October 2011 to 6 May 2012
Customs Detective School Holiday Program Become a Customs Detective at the Immigration Museum these school holidays, and choose your own adventure. Date: 24 September to 9 October 2011
Open for (more than) Business Many local businesses run by people from migrant communities offer more than just a service. Date: Until 27 May 2012
Belonging: Reflections on Place A video installation by video artist Wendy Woodson and installation artist Kathy Couch (with sound design by Myles Mumford), Belonging: Reflections on Place features interviews with diverse migrants and refugees and members of their families living in Australia who reflect on their experiences of place, migration and belonging. Date: Until 22 January 2012
Identity: Yours, Mine, Ours Unlike any other exhibition in an Australia museum, Identity: Yours, Mine, Ours provides fresh and challenging insights into personal identity " who we are, how we perceive each other and what it means to belong or not belong in Australia today. Date: Now open
[7025] Posted: 26/08/2011 15:50
Myschoolact.com
Venue
Myschoolact.com
Date
until Friday 2 December
With music their inspiration since High School, self promoted pop-punk band Tonight Alive knows what it takes to get noticed and succeed in the music industry. Tonight Alive have joined MySchoolAct as Ambassadors to inspire young, up and coming musicians who have the opportunity to win a$50,000 Sony Music recording deal plus the chance to be included in the Big Day Out 2012 line-up.
Exclusively created for Australian High School students, MySchoolAct offers a platform for budding musicians to be heard and discovered by submitting a video or MP3 of their performance at Myschoolact.com.
[7019] Posted: 26/08/2011 08:47
Totipotent: A National Theatre Summit for Young and Emerging Artists
Venue
St Martins Youth Arts Centre
Date
Friday 2nd and Saturday 3rd of September, 2011
Fee
Free
Book
StMartinsYouth.com.au
Are you a young and emergin theatre maker?
Are you interested in participating in a conversation about the future of theatre in this country?
[7014] Posted: 25/08/2011 12:04
Take The Test - Pregnancy & Parenting
Venue
body + soul lift-out
Date
Sunday September 11th, 2011
Book
TheTest.com.au
Experiencing pregnancy or parenting for the first time is an exciting and life changing journey. The first few years of parenting is a roller-coaster - from the miracle of conception right through to those first few mouthfuls of solid food. New parents and parents-to-be face countless moments of joy, wonder and love as well as immeasurable challenges along the way. So where do we go for the best advice on pregnancy? How do we cope in our new roles as parents? What are the right and wrong answers when caring for our babies? Do we feel connected as a community or left to find our own way? Where are we lacking in support?
[7008] Posted: 24/08/2011 15:52
Winter Festival Discounts
Just when we started to really pine for summer our friends at Melbourne Winter Festival have come up with perfectly good reason to embrace winter!
The winter loving folk at Melbourne Winter Festival have brought all the delights of an authentic European winter festival to the forecourt of the Royal Exhibition Building and Melbourne Museum!
A massive 30% off tickets to the Melbourne Winter Festival!
Yup! This includes an ice skating session with ice skate hire and is available at anytime throughout the Festival and applies for kids and adults!
Get your skates on and click here to check out this amazing offer!
The Tutankhamun exhibition comes to Australia for the first time. Revel in the splendour of Ancient Egypt as you view a dazzling array of possessions unearthed from the boy king's tomb. See Tutankhamun's golden canopic coffinette and the crown found on his head when the tomb was discovered. Learn about the extraordinary discovery of the tomb and the belief and burial processes of ancient Egypt. View results from the latest scientific testing conducted on Tutankhamun's mummy and what it is telling researchers about his life and death. The exhibition has drawn over seven million visitors in the United States and London in the past five years. Tickets now on sale.
[6969] Posted: 23/08/2011 09:37
Tutankhamun Tuesdays - The making of Tutankhamun's Treasures
Venue
Melbourne Museum, Nicholson Street, Carlton.
Date
Tuesday 6 September
Time
6.30pm
Fee
Adults $20, Concessions $15, MV Teachers $15, MV Members and the University of Melbourne Alumni and staff $10, MV Members concession and the University of Melbourne Alumni concessions and students $7.50.
Book
For further details phone 13 11 02 or visit museumvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum
Objects made in Ancient Egypt and found in Tutankhamun's tomb included ceramics, glass, metals, stone and textiles. How might have these objects been made? Were they made locally or traded from afar? How were industries such as the workshops of the Ancient Egyptians organised? Where were they situated? How do we know? Dr Mark Eccleston will provide us with a rare insight into the crafts, arts and technologies of the day and highlight some of the objects in the exhibition.
[6968] Posted: 23/08/2011 09:37
Ritual and Ceremony
Venue
Melbourne Museum, Nicholson Street, Carlton.
Date
until 30 October
Time
Open daily 10.00am - 5.00pm
Book
For further details phone 13 11 02 or visit museumvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum
Ritual and Ceremony is an exhibition by renowned Koorie artist Maree Clarke that explores traditional ritual and ceremonial practices of her Victorian Aboriginal Ancestors. It looks at the power of art to heal, inspire and enable people to connect with their cultural heritage. Through the use of photographs, digital media and objects, Maree brings the Birrarung space alive with her rich colours, bush inspired installation and bold statements of cultural continuity and respect.
[6967] Posted: 23/08/2011 09:36
Trepang: China & the Story of Macassan - Aboriginal Trade
Venue
Melbourne Museum, Nicholson Street, Carlton.
Date
until 16 October
Time
Open daily 10.00am - 5.00pm
Book
For further details phone 13 11 02 or visit museumvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum
This exhibition tells the story of the ancient trade in sea cucumbers (trepang). Trepang explores the long history of cultural exchange and trade between the Chinese, Macassan and northern Australian Aboriginal people. Combining historical artefacts, paintings, maps and photographs with new works to tell the story of the Aboriginal and Asian contact around the trepang (sea cucumber) trade from the early 18th Century to the early 20th Century. Trepang is founded on a 20-year friendship between classically-trained Chinese artist Zhou Xiaoping and highly respected Indigenous Australian artist John Bulunbulun. The exhibition features contemporary works including cross-cultural collaborations of traditional Chinese and Australian designs.
[6966] Posted: 23/08/2011 09:36
2011 Cruelty Free Festival
Venue
Belmore Park: Eddy Avenue, next to Central Station
Date
Sunday 30th October 2011
Time
10am to 5pm
Fee
Free entry
Book
Crueltyfreefestival.org.au/
Ever wondered what you could do to help animals? To find out, head on down to Belmore Park on Sunday 30 October for the sixth annual Sydney Cruelty Free Festival.
[6956] Posted: 22/08/2011 11:16
The Broadbeach Jazz Festival 2011
Date
Friday 19th of August - Sunday 21 August
Book
07 5531 5555
Performances will take place across various stages and street corners throughout Broadbeach during the three day festival.
Lauxes is pleased to confirm on Sunday 21 August, a stage will be situated in Victoria Park - right outside our doors.
Please see below schedule for the Victoria Park stage on Sunday: Ben Jones 11:30am > 12:30pm Wizard & Oz 12:45pm > 1:45pm Vince Jones 2:00pm > 3:30pm
[6950] Posted: 19/08/2011 08:39
2011 Schools Spectacular
Venue
Sydney Entertainment Centre: 35 Harbour Street, Darling Harbour
Date
Friday 25 November at 1pm & 8pm; Saturday 26 November at 2pm & 8pm
Fee
$61.00 Adult; $41.00 Concession
Book
Ticketmaster.com.au or 1300 883 622
The 2011 Schools Spectacular, now in its 28th year, will showcase 3,500 NSW public school students in a cleverly orchestrated and choreographed performance like no other. This year's theme, IMAGINE, is sure to stretch audiences’ minds and provide a truly spectacular experience.
[6948] Posted: 18/08/2011 09:10
The Chaos Fairy
Venue
Lennox Theatre, Riverside Theatres, Parramatta
Date
September 27 - 30, October 1
The tale of a magical world dreamt up by a little boy...
[6943] Posted: 17/08/2011 14:19
The Book of Everything
Venue
York Theatre, Seymour Centre
Date
September 27 - 30, October 1st
“When I grow up, I’m going to be happy”. This is nine-year-old Thomas Klopper's greatest wish.
He isn't quite an ordinary boy because he sees extraordinary things. Things most people seem to ignore: canals bursting with tropical fish, hailstorms in summer, and plagues of hopping frogs. Thomas draws them all in his book, The Book of Everything.
[6942] Posted: 17/08/2011 14:19
Polyglot Theatre's City of Riddles
Venue
The Tiny Top, CarriageWorks
Date
October 4 - 8
City of Riddles is the groundbreaking new work from Polyglot Theatre, creators of the award-winning, international smash hits We Built This City, Check Out!, Headhunter and Muckheap.
[6941] Posted: 17/08/2011 14:18
Big Drums for Small People
Venue
Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre, Penrith
Date
October 7 - 8
TaikOz is Australia's leading force in taiko drumming. In Big Drums for Small People three TaikOz artists collaborate with young musicians from Penrith to create a high-octane performance especially for children. Clapping, jumping and bouncing are compulsory - if you hate sitting still, this is the place for you!
[6940] Posted: 17/08/2011 14:17
I, Bunyip
Date
September 26 - 30, October 1, 3 - 8
Do you know what a Bunyip is? What about other secret spirits and creatures that live in Australia? Would you like to meet them?
Sydney Children's Festival is very proud and excited to present the world premiere of I, Bunyip by CarriageWorks' resident company, Erth Visual and Physical Inc. If you have enjoyed Erth’s dinosaurs, The Amazing Room, or Petting Zoo you'll love this new show filled with new characters just waiting to meet you!
[6939] Posted: 17/08/2011 14:15
The Man the Sea Saw
Venue
Everest Theatre, Seymour Centre
Date
September 27 - 30, October 1
A Spoon Tree Production presented by the Seymour Centre, and Sydney Children's Festival.
Physical theatre artist Wolfe Bowart brings to the stage a profound sense of joy and child-like wonder that resonates with audiences of all ages. Building on an ever-expanding audience base following The Shneedles, LaLaLuna and Letter's End, Wolfe Bowart returns with The Man the Sea Saw.
[6938] Posted: 17/08/2011 14:15
El Caballo Blanco: The Dance of the White Stallions
Date
Saturday 13 August - Saturday 15 October
Time
2:00pm & 7:30pm
Book
Ticketek, 13 28 49, Ticketek.com.au
Echuca Fonterra Sports & Entertainment Centre Date: Saturday 13 August
Traralgon Sport Stadium Date: Saturday 20 August
Albury Sports Stadium Date: Saturday 27 August
Warrnambool Stadium Date: Saturday 3 September and Sunday 4 September at 11am
Wendouree Sports and Events Centre, Ballarat Date: Thursday 6 October at 7.30pm and Friday 7 October at 2pm & 7:30pm
The Geelong Arena Date: Saturday 15 October at 2:00pm & 7:30pm
[6921] Posted: 17/08/2011 13:31
Sydney Tower Eye
Date
from September 23rd
Time
9.00am-10.30pm
Fee
Adult $25 and Child $15 for the SKYWALK premium experience add $40 Combo tickets also available combining entry to Sydney Tower Eye with Sydney Aquarium, and/or the new WILD LIFE Sydney experience, and/or Oceanworld Manly starting at $50 for an adult and $30 for a child.
Book
Sydneytowereye.com.au
Perfectly timed for September school holidays, and coinciding with Sydney Tower's 30th birthday, the new Sydney Tower Eye viewing experience is set to re-launch on September 23. The new Sydney Tower Eye is bringing the best views in Sydney to brand new heights.
Starting from the base level of Sydney Tower - Level 5 Westfield Shopping Centre in the centre of the city - the new Sydney Tower Eye offers guests breathtaking views of one of the world's most beautiful and captivating cities and provides the ultimate introduction, or reintroduction, to Sydney. The Sydney Tower Eye will incite pride within its domestic visitors, and delight internationals as they soar above the city streets and experience 360 degree views of this magnificent city.
[6919] Posted: 17/08/2011 13:27
Wild Life at Darling Habour
Venue
Aquarium Wharf
Time
9am to 5pm every day of the year
Fee
Adults $35, Children $18 combo tickets also available combining entry to WILD LIFE Sydney with Sydney Aquarium, and/or the new Sydney Tower Eye experience, and/or Oceanworld Manly starting at $50 for an adult and $30 for a child.
Book
Wildlifesydney.com.au
To coincide with the September school holidays, Merlin Entertainments Group is bringing the ultimate Australian Animal Adventure to Sydney as it officially launches Wild Life Sydney, at Aquarium Wharf on 13 September.
[6879] Posted: 16/08/2011 09:14
The Gruffalo
Venue
Playhouse
Date
24 September - 8 October
Time
10am, 12:30pm, 2:30pm (Creative Play Area will be open 9am - 4pm each day)
Fee
$27
Book
(02) 9250 7777 or sydneyoperahouse.com
Adored by children around the world, Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's award-winning picture book The Gruffalo will be brought to life, in a musical adaption next school holidays, from 24 September - 8 October, as part of the Kids at the House program.
The Gruffalo tells the tale of a plucky and imaginative mouse who uses his wits to survive when he encounters three hungry predators - a fox, an owl and a snake. Rather than becoming the main course of their next meal, Mouse kills their appetites with stories of an imaginary monster friend. Little does this clever mouse know, she will have to escape the jaws of this faux protector as well.
[6875] Posted: 16/08/2011 09:09
Sydney Film School Open Day
Venue
Sydneyfilmschool.com
Date
Saturday 3rd September
Time
from 2pm
Fee
Free
Book
82 Cope St, Waterloo
Sydney Film School (SFS) invites you to its Open Day taking place from 2pm on Saturday 3rd September. Come in and meet the SFS teachers, students and graduates. Ask questions and find out a bit more about the course structure, application process, Vet Fee-Help, timetables, school's philosophy and daily life.
[6873] Posted: 15/08/2011 10:52
The Kazoos
Venue
The Manhattan Hotel: Cnr Heatherdale & Cantebury Rds, Ringwood
Date
Tues 27th September
Time
10:30am
Fee
$10
Book
03 9874 7777
The Kazoos fabulous children's stage show will be at the Manhattan Hotel in Ringwood in the Sept School Holidays
[6858] Posted: 11/08/2011 08:53
Zeta Bar Extreme Cabaret
Venue
Zeta Bar, Hilton Sydney, Level 4, 488 George Street, Sydney 2000
Date
Each Friday from 12 August until 30 September 2011
Time
6pm - midnight
Fee
Free
Book
Zetabar.com.au
Ladies & Gentlemen Roll Up & head back to the sexy mystique of the nineteenth century underworld at Sydney's most decadent venue, Zeta Bar at Hilton Sydney, every Friday night until the end of September. Pushing the boundaries of traditional cabaret, prepare for a sensory experience like no other at Zeta’s brand new, 'Extreme Cabaret' night.
Zeta Bar will be transformed into a theatrical era gone by; think Moulin Rouge meets the dark side, with live and extreme sensual acts to shock your senses and indulgently unique cocktails to tantalize your taste buds. Grant Collins is the mastermind behind Extreme Cabaret at Zeta, taking absinth to a decadent new realm with edible imbibes and cocktails served in smoking teapots and extreme champagne imbibes laced with liquid nitrogen.
Each Friday night, live entertainment will transport you to a lurid fantasy world, including extreme burlesque performers, juggling dwarfs, snake charmers, contortionists and fire acts, complete with shock-humour. No extravagance has been spared.
13 11 02 or museumvictoria.com.au/immigration museum
Open for (more than) Business Many local businesses run by people from migrant communities offer more than just a service. They can act as community hubs and provide links to a homeland while also helping recently arrived migrants establish a connection with their new home. Featuring photographs, stories and a documentary, Open for (more than) Business explores the unique role that local businesses play in Melbourne’s migrant communities, from an Indian grocery store in Clayton to an Italian barbershop in Brunswick. Date: 20 August 2011 to 27 May 2012
On Their Own: Britain's Child Migrants From the 1860s, more than 100,000 children were sent from Britain to Australia, Canada and other Commonwealth countries through child migration schemes. Few were orphans; many came from families who were unable to care for them. The lives of these children changed dramatically. Some succeeded in creating new futures while others suffered lonely, brutal childhoods. All experienced disruption and separation from family and homeland. This exhibition explores the government endorsed schemes and the motivations behind them. Through detailed case studies, visitors will meet a number of former child migrants and find out more about their difference experiences. Date: 7 October 2011 to 29 April 2012
Belonging: Reflections on Place A video installation by video artist Wendy Woodson and installation artist Kathy Couch (with sound design by Myles Mumford), Belonging: Reflections on Place features interviews with diverse migrants and refugees and members of their families living in Australia who reflect on their experiences of place, migration and belonging. Large scale projections of travel and migration inspire a sense of movement and transition from place to place, encouraging visitors to reflect on experiences of place and belonging across different continents and cultures. Date: Until 22 January 2012
Identity: Yours, Mine, Ours Unlike any other exhibition in an Australia museum, Identity: Yours, Mine, Ours provides fresh and challenging insights into personal identity " who we are, how we perceive each other and what it means to belong or not belong in Australia today. Focusing on the things that make up our sense of who we are - ethnicity, ancestry, language, spirituality and citizenship - the exhibition explores the many and varied identities that make up our nation. Featuring objects, immersive multimedia displays and a range of personal stories from Australians of widely diverse backgrounds, Identity will challenge visitors to examine their own assumptions and confront everyday prejudices about Australia’s multicultural society. Date: Now open
[6803] Posted: 05/08/2011 08:52
Sing-A-Long-A Sound of Music
Venue
State Theatre: The Arts Centre
Date
Friday 12 & Saturday 13th of August, 2011
Time
7:30pm
Fee
Adults $50 / Group $45 / Concession $43 / Family (2 Adults 2 Children) $140 / Child $33
Book
theartscentre.com.au or 1300 182 183
Have you ever been to a musical and had an uncontrollable urge to burst into song! Well now's your chance.
The Sound of Music features the most irresistible score in movie musical history and includes a cast of characters known to virtually everyone. The film is presented on a big screen with song sub-titles so that everyone can sing-a-long shamelessly and loudly about their favourite things!
The aisles will come alive with the sound of music as the lyrics to favourites such as Climb Every Mountain; Do-Re-Mi and I am Sixteen appear on the big screen.
Sing-A-Long-A Sound of Music is an unforgettable audience participation event and a night of unparalleled entertainment. The celebrity host leads a vocal warm-up, gives a guide to the use of the interactive fun-pack and accompanying actions and (with a little help from the audience) judges the Costume Parade - a definite highlight of the night.
[6788] Posted: 04/08/2011 10:09
The Market Chef
Venue
Original Eumundi Markets
Date
Wednesdays
Time
10am
Book
Eumundimarkets.com.au
The MARKET CHEF competition is heating up with high school students back in the MARKET CHEF outdoor kitchen on Wednesdays at 10am at the Original Eumundi Markets.
Schools in the running for the title of MARKET CHEF 2011 are Immanuel Lutheran College; Peregian Beach College; St Theresa's Catholic College; Burnside State High School; Maroochydore State High School (A and B - two teams); Sunshine Beach High School and St Andrews Anglican College.
While the competition is still very open to all the teams, St Andrews Anglican College are at the top of the ladder at this stage, followed by St Theresa's Catholic College and Maroochydore High B.
The recipes all incorporate fresh produce and ingredients from local growers and suppliers available at Eumundi Markets.
[6703] Posted: 28/07/2011 11:32
ACMI: Spring School Holidays
Venue
ACMI Cinemas: Federation Square, Melbourne
Date
Saturday 24 September to Sunday 9 October, 2011
Book
(03) 8663 2583
Animated Kitty Cat Kids' Flicks: These school holidays we have eight feline films to delight children of all ages. Dates: Sat 24 Sep 2011, 11am & Mon 26 Sep 2011 to Fri 30 Sep 2011, 11am and Sat 1 Oct 2011, 11am, Mon 3 Oct 2011, 11am, Fri 7 Oct 2011, 11am, Sat 8 Oct 2011, 11am Admission: Free. Tickets available on the day from the Tickets & Information Desk
Kids in the Studio: 'A Trip to the Moon' Animation Workshop Dates: Mon 26 Sep - Fri 30 Sep 2011, 11am-3pm, Mon 3 Oct - Fri 7 Oct 2011, 11am-3pm Location: The Cube Admission: Free
Workshop: Make a Movie: Space is the Place Dates: Mon 26 Sep - Wed 28 Sep 2011, 10am-4pm Location: Studio 2 Admission: Full $270 Concession $220 (includes USB flash drive)
[6683] Posted: 28/07/2011 10:44
TDP Graduation Concert
Venue
Sydney Entertainment Centre
Date
Tuesday 23rd of August, 2011
Time
1pm
Fee
$35
Book
1300 883 622 or Ticketmaster.com.au
[6680] Posted: 28/07/2011 10:34
What's On for Spring at the Royal Botanic Gardens
Venue
Royal Botanic Gardens Cranbourne and Melbourne
Date
What’s On at the Royal Botanic Gardens September, October and November 2011
Fee
Free
Spring Open Day on Sunday 25 September: Spring Open Day is the biggest event on the Royal Botanic Gardens' calendar and a once-a-year opportunity to wander behind the scenes at the Gardens. Best of all, the tours, activities and entertainment are all free! Pack a picnic, bring the family and celebrate spring at RBG Melbourne.
School holiday programs at both Melbourne and Cranbourne: Encourage your kids' green thumbs with some fantastic school holiday programs including Draw and Explore in The Ian Potter Foundation Children's Garden at RBG Melbourne and Wildflower Fairies and Elves in the Australian Garden at RBG Cranbourne.
Wildflower Festival at RBG Cranbourne on Sunday 9 October: Each spring, RBG Cranbourne erupts with colour as the wildflower season begins. Visit the Gardens to experience one of the most beautiful times of the year. A range of programs will be on offer to promote mind and body health this spring including wildflower photography, yoga among the wildflowers, and the wonderful wildflower walk. Night prowl and bush barbecue Enjoy a tasty barbecue dinner before discovering the native animals that call RBG Cranbourne home on this special guided night prowl. A perfect night out for the whole family!
Open daily 10.00am to 5.00pm except Good Friday and Christmas Day.
Fee
Admission: Adult $8, child/concession FREE.
Book
13 11 02 or museumvictoria.com.au/immigration museum
Open for (more than) Business Many local businesses run by people from migrant communities offer more than just a service. They can act as community hubs and provide links to a homeland while also helping recently arrived migrants establish a connection with their new home. Featuring photographs, stories and a documentary, Open for (more than) Business explores the unique role that local businesses play in Melbourne's migrant communities, from an Indian grocery store in Clayton to an Italian barbershop in Brunswick. Date: 20 August 2011 to 27 May 2012
On Their Own: Britain’s Child Migrants From the 1860s, more than 100,000 children were sent from Britain to Australia, Canada and other Commonwealth countries through child migration schemes. Few were orphans; many came from families who were unable to care for them. The lives of these children changed dramatically. Some succeeded in creating new futures while others suffered lonely, brutal childhoods. All experienced disruption and separation from family and homeland. This exhibition explores the government endorsed schemes and the motivations behind them. Through detailed case studies, visitors will meet a number of former child migrants and find out more about their difference experiences. Date: 7 October 2011 to 29 April 2012
Belonging: Reflections on Place A video installation by video artist Wendy Woodson and installation artist Kathy Couch (with sound design by Myles Mumford), Belonging: Reflections on Place features interviews with diverse migrants and refugees and members of their families living in Australia who reflect on their experiences of place, migration and belonging. Large scale projections of travel and migration inspire a sense of movement and transition from place to place, encouraging visitors to reflect on experiences of place and belonging across different continents and cultures. Date: Until 22 January 2012
Identity: Yours, Mine, Ours Unlike any other exhibition in an Australia museum, Identity: Yours, Mine, Ours provides fresh and challenging insights into personal identity " who we are, how we perceive each other and what it means to belong or not belong in Australia today. Focusing on the things that make up our sense of who we are " ethnicity, ancestry, language, spirituality and citizenship " the exhibition explores the many and varied identities that make up our nation. Featuring objects, immersive multimedia displays and a range of personal stories from Australians of widely diverse backgrounds, Identity will challenge visitors to examine their own assumptions and confront everyday prejudices about Australia’s multicultural society. Date: Now open
[6677] Posted: 22/07/2011 15:28
Fairy Floss Markets
Venue
Fairyflossmarkets.com.au
Fairy Floss Markets is a new and exciting boutique handmade babies and childrens market. Held in multiple locations throughout Victoria, the markets boast a divine collection of lovingly hand crafted, hand designed and unique products.
Along Harris Street including the Powerhouse Museum, the ABC, UTS, Ultimo TAFE and Ultimo Library
Date
August 16 to 28th
Book
Ultimosciencefestival.com
Ultimo Science Festival 2011 will be bigger than ever, yet still manages to offer something for everyone: from hands-on children's activities, lectures for practitioners, enthusiasts and students, to fun science, exhibitions and interesting talks for everyone. Don't miss the Ultimo Science Festival at venues all along Harris Street including the Powerhouse Museum, the ABC, UTS, Ultimo TAFE and Ultimo Library from August 16 to 28. See Ultimosciencefestival.com for the full program.
[6660] Posted: 20/07/2011 09:00
Royal Exhibition Building
Venue
Royal Exhibition Building
Date
From the 30th of July
Time
2pm
Fee
$5 for adults and $3.50 for concessions
Book
Bookings are recommended, call 13 11 02.
A new display in the Royal Exhibition Building showcases its rich and eclectic history and explores what makes it a unique, historically significant, World Heritage listed building.
The display interprets the history of the Royal Exhibition Building from its construction in 1879 and Federation in 1901 to its uses and purposes today. It will represent major changes, key events and people through 15 display panels and an interactive AV featuring beautiful historical images that highlight the grandeur of the building.
[6630] Posted: 19/07/2011 12:57
Hip Hop Dancer and MC Callout
Date
on Sunday September 25
Book
Thepush.com.au
Callout for Battle MCs, Poppers, Lockers and Breakin' and Jerkin' Crews for Our Backyard 2011!
Winners will go on to perform at Our Backyard, the ultimate annual free all ages hip hop event at the Arts Centre (Playhouse) on Sunday September 25.
Contestants will be judged on footwork, variety, technique, musicality, style, power, freshness, originality, performance, vocabulary and more. Eligible acts must fill in an application online via The Push website (Thepush.com.au) before Friday August 26.
[6615] Posted: 15/07/2011 08:40
2011 Bayside Film Festival
Date
17 to 20 August
Book
For ticket and program details, visit the Festival website at: Baysidefilmfestival.com.au/
An initiative of the Bayside City Council, the Festival will once again celebrate young and emerging filmmakers via a series of Australian premiere screenings, dynamic workshops, and international collaborations from as far afield as Kabul and Japan.
[6600] Posted: 13/07/2011 09:59
Harry Potter: The Exhibition
Harry Potter fans can gain access to advance tickets to the highly anticipated Harry Potter: The Exhibition, exclusively through Visa Entertainment.
This amazing exhibition offers guests an up-close and personal look at the artistry and craftsmanship that went into creating the iconic props and costumes that have appeared throughout the Harry Potter film series.
Advance tickets will be available to Visa Credit, Debit and Prepaid cardholders from 9.00am (local time), Monday 11 July 2011 until 5.00pm (local time), Wednesday 13 July 2011 or until presale tickets sell out at Visaentertainment.com.au.
Harry Potter: The Exhibition dates: NSW - Saturday 19 November 2011 until Sunday 18 March 2012 - Powerhouse Museum, Sydney
Tickets will go on sale to the general public at midday (local time) Tuesday 19 July 2011.
[6591] Posted: 12/07/2011 11:37
Sydney's Gardening Australia Expo
Venue
Rosehill Gardens Racecourse
Date
August 19 - 21, 2011
Time
10am - 4.30pm daily
Fee
Adults: $17; Pensioner/Seniors Card holders: $15; Family (2A+2C): $37; Children 5-16yrs: $6; Children under 5: FREE
Book
Tickets available online from Abcgardeningexpo.com.au or at the door (cash sales only)
Sydney's ABC Gardening Australia Expo returns to Rosehill Gardens Racecourse from August 19 - 21, 2011 offering seasoned green thumbs and aspiring gardeners the very latest how-to advice from Australia's leading gardening experts. This spectacular Expo will bring ABC TV's Gardening Australia to life with host Stephen Ryan.
[6574] Posted: 12/07/2011 09:49
Transformers 3 in-store Party
Venue
All Toys'R'Us stores across Australia
Date
Saturday, July 9
Time
10am-12pm and 1pm"3pm
Book
Bookings are essential. Toysrus.com.au for more information.
To celebrate the launch of one of this year's most highly anticipated movie releases, Transformers Dark of the Moon, Toys'R'Us stores across Australia will be hosting a free in-store party! Local kids are invited to join a world of Autobots and Decepticons, where they can participate in a number of Transformer themed games, crafts and giveaways!
Kids are invited to bring along their favourite Transformer figurine to compete in the Toys R Us Fastest Transformers Championship and determine who will reign as the Toys R Us Transformer mini hero. Other games include Autobots vs. Decepticons tug of war and 'Optimus Prime says' followed by the chance for the little fans to create their very own Transformers masks - and the fun doesn't stop there! There will also be two exclusive character appearances at selected stores and a whole lot of giveaways!
[6549] Posted: 07/07/2011 10:14
Creative Workshops: Make a Movie: 3-Day Filmmaking Workshop
Date
13th -15th of July
Time
10am - 4pm
Get ready for your close up! In this hands-on workshop, you will work in small groups to learn the basics of how to write, direct, act and edit a short live-action film, before inviting two guests for a red carpet screening on Friday afternoon. Recommended for 10 to 14-year-olds. Studio 2 > Full $270. Discount available to families with eligible concessions ($220). Cost includes a USB flash drive.
[6543] Posted: 07/07/2011 10:08
Clicquot in the Snow for 2011
Venue
Thredbo Village Resort, Thredbo NSW 2625
Date
1st of August - 7th of August
Book
Thredbo.com.au
Veuve Clicquot returns to Thredbo this winter season for Clicquot in the Snow 2011, a celebration of two of life's great pleasures, Veuve Clicquot and apres ski.
[6521] Posted: 06/07/2011 10:04
Cars 2 at Westfield
Venue
Westfield Shopping Centres around New South Wales
Start your engines this school holidays as activity stations from the official Disney-Pixar CARS Truck Tour pop up at Westfield Shopping Centres around New South Wales.
WESTFIELD PENRITH: Maters Pitstop, 585 High St, Penrith NSW Mon 4 to Fri 8 Jul 11am-2pm daily
WESTFIELD CHATSWOOD: Doc Hudson's Track, 1 Anderson St, Chatswood NSW Mon 11 to Fri 15 Jul 11am-2pm daily
WESTFIELD KOTARA: Doc Hudson's Track, Cnr Park & Northcott, Kotara NSW Mon 11 to Fri 15 Jul 11am-2pm daily
WESTFIELD MIRANDA: Doc Hudson's Track, 600 Kingsway, Miranda NSW Tues 12 to Sat 16 Jul 11am-2pm daily
[6520] Posted: 06/07/2011 10:02
Eumundi Fringe Street Circus
Date
Wednesday 6 July and Wednesday 13 July
Fee
The cost for the show is $10 for adults, $5 for kids or $25 per family.
Book
There will be no pre-sale " simply pay on the day.
Death defying aerial acts, body twisting contortionist moves, amazing acrobatics, and juggling that'll make your jaw drop - all stitched together with comedy that'll have your laughing out loud.
[6519] Posted: 06/07/2011 09:59
Mounties July School Holiday Program
Venue
Mounties is located at 101 Meadows Road Mt Pritchard NSW 2170
Date
Tuesday 5 July to Friday 15 July
Book
Mmounties.com.au
Mounties July School Holiday Program runs from Tuesday 5 July to Friday 15 July, with activities ranging from live performances to fitness sessions, cooking classes, movies and more.
Ben & Jerry's is holding Australia's biggest pint tub giveaway which sees more than 60,000 pints of ice cream up for grabs!
Ice cream fans are invited to the locations below to scoop up as many pint tubs as they can carry in exchange for a gold coin donation with all money raised going to OzHarvest.
Sydney: Sydney Central Station on Friday 1st July Brisbane: King George's Square on Friday 8th July Melbourne: Southern Cross Station in Melbourne on Thursday 14th July
[6492] Posted: 29/06/2011 12:36
Celebrate Christmas in July by registering for Variety’s third annual Santa Fun Run
Venue
Sydney
Date
Sunday November 27th
For those wanting to get into the vibe of Christmas in July, Variety is set to launch its 3rd annual Santa Fun Run on-line in July so you can get a head start on registration. And if getting into the Christmas spirit early isn't incentive enough, there's even an early bird registration fee on offer and some great prizes!
The 5 km Sydney event has been split into two categories Runners & Walkers to ensure suitability for all fitness levels from competitive runners and sporting groups to school kids and families. You can run it, hop it, skip it or complete the course in baby steps, as long as you do it in a five piece Santa Suit which comes included with the affordable registration fee. A special early bird registration fee of $35 for adults and $20 for kids under 10 years is available until 30th September at www.varietysantafunrun.com.au. The Santa Suit, which has been created especially for the Variety Santa Fun Run has been given a revamp this year to feature a distinct "Aussie" style and even the littlest participants can enjoy dressing as Santa, with kids suits available for the first time!
[6488] Posted: 28/06/2011 09:57
Antiques Rogue Show hits the stage in July!
Venue
The Space- 5 Carlton Street, Prahran
Date
Every Sunday in July
Time
7:30 pm
Fee
$15 Full, $10 Conc & Groups of 8+
Book
www.impromelbourne.com.au
Impro Melbourne present two fresh formats for the July season of The Impro Cave- Antiques Rogue Show and Super Scene! Come in from the cold and let stories of mystery and intrigue warm your soul/soles. Thrill at the secret history of common household objects you never knew existed. Laugh at the tales of history of common household objects you never knew existed. Listen to stories of common household objects you never knew existed. Then become part of the storytelling as you vote for stories to become the Super Scene. Two formats, all in one show!
Audience members are invited to bring a family antique or treasured heirloom and watch as the Antiques Rogue Show performers bring to life the history and mystery of the object. Did you know teapots were actually used as makeshift hand grenades in WWI? Or that the first printed book was actually an ancient version of Where's Wally? All this and more awaits you in every performance of Antiques Rogue Show.
Hot on the heals of the Impro Melbourne Rookie season of Super Scene comes the July season of the mainstage production. Watch as directors vie for their chance to tell the ultimate tale, the Super Scene! You, the audience, have the power to eliminate stories or vote your favourite story through to the end.
[6486] Posted: 28/06/2011 08:49
KIDS TO ZOOM INTO FREE SCHOOL HOLIDAY FUN AT WESTFIELD CHATSWOOD
Venue
Positioned on Centre Court on Level 3 of the Westfield Chatswood centre
Date
Monday 11 July to Friday 15 July
Time
11am-2pm daily
Fee
No Charge
Junior revheads are in for a 'wheely' good time during the final week of the winter school holidays, when Westfield Chatswood will celebrate the release of Disney Pixar's 'Cars 2' in 3D by installing a FREE Doc Hudson's Driver Training Track in-centre!
[6477] Posted: 27/06/2011 14:48
TUTANKHAMEN IS EXTENDING OPENING HOURS FOR SCHOOL HOLIDAYS
Adults from $29.50 Children from $17.50 Concessions from $26.50 Family 4 Pack (2 adults & 2 children) from $80.00
Book
TICKETS ON SALE FOR SESSIONS UNTIL 16 OCTOBER 2011 (exhibition runs until 6 November 2011) kingtutmelbourne.com.au or telephone Ticketek 132 849 More information is available at kingtutmelbourne.com.au
With the school holidays around the corner, Tutankhamen and the Golden Age of the Pharaohs at Melbourne Museum has announced new extended hours for the exhibition from 2-17 July to accommodate demand.
[6476] Posted: 27/06/2011 13:10
Eumundi Fringe Street Circus
Venue
Eumundi Amphitheatre - adjacent to Eumundi Markets.
Date
Wednesday 6 July and Wednesday 13 July
Time
11.30am
Fee
The cost for the show is $10 for adults, $5 for kids or $25 per family.
Book
There will be no pre-sale - simply pay on the day.
Belonging: Reflections on Place was conceived and directed by video artist Wendy Woodson with designer Kathy Couch (sound design by Myles Mumford) and includes interviews of diverse migrants, refugees and members of their families who reflect on their experiences of place, migration and belonging.
[6471] Posted: 24/06/2011 09:06
Kids in the Park July School Holiday Fun
Venue
Sydney Olympic Park
Date
2-17 July 2011
Book
Sydneyolympicpark.com.au
Nothing can conjure up wonderment and excitement in quite the same way as the circus... except for the renowned Kids in the Park school holiday program at Sydney Olympic Park!
To kick-off on Saturday 2 July and conclude less than ten days out from Cirque Du Soleil's highly-anticipated show Saltimbanco at Acer Arena, the Kids in the Park July 2011 program boasts more than 50 activities including loads of FREE and GOOD-VALUE options at less than $20 per person.
Kids in the Park makes Sydney Olympic Park the official home of the biggest range of school holiday activities of any single location in NSW. The Park is also home to the nation's very best sporting facilities and more than 30 activities especially designed to get kids active in sports feature in the Kids in the Park July 2011 program.
[6469] Posted: 24/06/2011 08:58
Kid's Flicks: Toy Story 3 3D
Venue
ACMI, Federation Square, Melbourne
Date
3rd of July - 17th of July
Fee
A $2 charge applies for the hire of the 3D glasses.
Andy prepares to leave for college but his treasured toys, Woody, Buzz and the rest of the gang, won't be joining him. Instead, they find themselves at the seemingly idyllic Sunnyside Daycare Center where they are met by a whole new group of toys including Lots-o'-Huggin' Bear (Ned Beatty).
More info 13 11 02 or museumvictoria.com.au/immigration museum
Identity: Yours, Mine, Ours Unlike any other exhibition in an Australia museum, Identity: Yours, Mine, Ours provides fresh and challenging insights into personal identity " who we are, how we perceive each other and what it means to belong or not belong in Australia today. Focusing on the things that make up our sense of who we are " ethnicity, ancestry, language, spirituality and citizenship " the exhibition explores the many and varied identities that make up our nation. Featuring objects, immersive multimedia displays and a range of personal stories from Australians of widely diverse backgrounds, Identity will challenge visitors to examine their own assumptions and confront everyday prejudices about Australia’s multicultural society. Date: Now open
Belonging: Reflections on Place A video installation by video artist Wendy Woodson and installation artist Kathy Couch (with sound design by Myles Mumford), Belonging: Reflections on Place features interviews with diverse migrants and refugees and members of their families living in Australia who reflect on their experiences of place, migration and belonging. Large scale projections of travel and migration inspire a sense of movement and transition from place to place, encouraging visitors to reflect on experiences of place and belonging across different continents and cultures. Date: 10 July 2011 to 22 January 2012
School holiday program: Carnivale Capers Join in the carnival at the Immigration Museum these winter school holidays and take part in Carnivale traditions worldwide. Fashion a flamboyant Brazilian headpiece with feathers, stars, sequins and glitter inspired by the world’s biggest Carnaval in Rio de Janeiro. Disguise yourself for the Venetian Carnivale masquerade with a multi-coloured Arlecchino mask held with a baton. Make and shake your own Haitian Rara tambourine. Listen to stories from countries that celebrate Carnivale traditions, such as Brazil and Italy, in our storytelling area. Date: 2 July to 17 July 2011
Kids Fest Carnivale Join in the revelry and celebrate traditions worldwide with riotous music and dance workshops, roving performers, face painting, puppet shows and masquerades. Create a musical instrument, help decorate a float for the parade and enjoy the fun, food and family activities. Date: 11am to 4pm, Sunday 17 July
On Their Own: Britain’s Child Migrants From the 1860s, more than 100,000 children were sent from Britain to Australia, Canada and other Commonwealth countries through child migration schemes. Few were orphans; many came from families who were unable to care for them. The lives of these children changed dramatically. Some succeeded in creating new futures while others suffered lonely, brutal childhoods. All experienced disruption and separation from family and homeland. This exhibition explores the government endorsed schemes and the motivations behind them. Through detailed case studies, visitors will meet a number of former child migrants and find out more about their difference experiences. Date: 7 October 2011 to 29 April 2012
[6448] Posted: 22/06/2011 10:57
Discover Winter Wonders of the Ocean at Sydney Aquarium
Venue
A$35,C(4-15yrs)$18, Conc.$23.
Date
July School Holidays from July 2, 2011
Time
Open 9am-8pm.
Book
Sydneyaquarium.com.au
Go on a voyage of discovery at Sydney Aquarium these school holidays as you follow our new Winter Wonders of the Ocean Trail.
Sydney Aquarium will be transformed with snow and snowflakes guiding you along a wintery trail of cool facts, giant LEGO brick models, and fascinating aquatic animals found in the cool depths of our seas and the icy oceans of the Antarctic.
Step into the alpine region of Australia's Snowy Mountains and look for one of our most iconic creatures the duck-billed platypus. The platypus keeps warm via his two layers of fur - a dense waterproof outer-coat and a grey woolly underfur to provide insulation. This dense coat protects the animal from extreme cold, by trapping insulated air.
[6425] Posted: 22/06/2011 09:46
Give the kids a taste of Africa these School Holidays
Venue
Hunter Valley Gardens
Date
From July 2 to July 17
African Drumming and Traditional Dance Workshop: 11am-1pm Daily
The African drum is a sign of life and symbolises the heartbeat of the African community. Experience the energy and joy of African drumming and dance with Fode Mane, a professional dancer and percussionist, originally from West Africa. The whole family will enjoy being introduced to the techniques of playing African rhythms. This workshop is both educational and inspirational, leaving those who participate feeling energised and culturally enriched.
African Cultural Drum and Dance Show: 2pm-2.30pm Daily
[6411] Posted: 17/06/2011 08:56
Crave Sydney International Food Festival
Venue
Cravesydney.com.au
Date
October 1st - 31st, 2011
Book
Ticketmaster
Crave Sydney International Food Festival is a month-long celebration of extraordinary food experiences, celebrating Sydney as a global dining destination enhanced by regional New South Wales produce and wine.
[6386] Posted: 16/06/2011 09:41
Knox Shopping Centre's School Holiday Fun
Venue
Knox Shopping Centre: 425 Burwood Highway, Wantirna South: Level 2, outside the AFL Store
Date
Monday 4th of July - Friday 15th of July
Time
11am - 2pm
Monday 4th - Friday 8th of July: Kung Fu Panda Activity Centre Monday 11th - Friday 15th of July: Gingerbread Man Decorating Class
[6383] Posted: 16/06/2011 09:34
Kid's Flicks: The Little Mermaid
Date
Sunday 26th of June
Time
10:30 and 1pm
Hans Christian Andersen's fable gets a spirited Disney makeover in this 1989 adaptation, one of their last animated films to use traditional hand-painted cels. Part of the film's success can be attributed to the Oscar-winning tunes by Howard Ashman and Alan Menken including Under the Sea which won Best Original Song.
[6380] Posted: 16/06/2011 09:30
Swedish Midsummer Smorgasbord
Venue
The Swedish Food Market is located directly after the IKEA check-outs
Date
June 22, 23, 24th
Time
7pm- 7.30pm
Fee
Free! Complimentary food sampling
Book
Ikea.com.au
Join in IKEA's Midsummer celebration by sampling Swedish herrings, cheese and other yummy food. Come to the Swedish Food Market to meet our food expert. Hurry, this event is limited to the first 20 customers on eachnight only!
[6377] Posted: 16/06/2011 09:26
Eumundi Fringe Street Circus
Venue
Eumundi Amphitheatre: adjacent to Eumundi Markets.
Date
Wednesday 6 July and Wednesday 13 July
Time
11.30am
[6375] Posted: 15/06/2011 10:27
Music and Grooves at Eumundi Markets
Venue
Eumundi Markets: Eumundi, QLD
Book
Eumundimarkets.com.au
Saturday 25 June - Genevieve Chadwick + Hayden Hack Infusion Wednesday 29 June - Matt James Saturday 2 July - Hayden Hack Infusion + The Bees Wednesday 6 July - The Twine Saturday 9 July - Caravana Sun + Khan
[6374] Posted: 15/06/2011 10:27
Eumundi Markets School Holiday Fun
Venue
Eumundi Markets: Eumundi, QLD
Date
Saturday 25 June, Saturday 2 July and Saturday 9 July
Book
Eumundimarkets.com.au
Crafty kids visiting Eumundi Markets over the school holidays will also have the opportunity to get creative with kids craft workshops on Saturday 25 June, Saturday 2 July and Saturday 9 July.
Imaxmelbourne.com.au or at the box office 03 9663 5454
Transformers: Dark of the Moon (3D) Transformers: Dark of the Moon (3D) is the action-packed third instalment of the Transformers trilogy. See Optimus Prime and the Autobots take on the evil Decepticons as the robots become involved in the perilous space race between the US and Russia. When: Opens 29 June (Special midnight screening on Tuesday 28 June).
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2 (3D) During the school holidays IMAX Melbourne Museum will release Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2 (3D), the much anticipated finale to the Harry Potter series. Tickets to the final instalment of Harry Potter are selling out quickly so make sure you get your ticket as soon as possible to not miss out on seeing it in spectacular IMAX 3D these school holidays. When: Opens 13 July (Special 3am screening on Wednesday 13 July).
Born to be Wild 3D Warm up your heart with Born to be Wild 3D - a gorgeous movie about amazing people who save orphaned orang-utans and elephants and return them to the wild, saving endangered animals one life at a time. Born to be Wild 3D will touch animal lovers of any age! When: Screening throughout the winter school holidays
[6365] Posted: 09/06/2011 08:51
Immigration Museum Winter School Holiday Activities
More info 13 11 02 or museumvictoria.com.au/immigration museum
Kids Fest Carnivale Join in the revelry and celebrate traditions worldwide with riotous music and dance workshops, roving performers, face painting, puppet shows and masquerades. Create a musical instrument, help decorate a float for the parade and enjoy the fun, food and family activities. Date: 11am to 4pm, Sunday 17 July
Brazilian Headpieces Fashion a flamboyant headpiece with feathers, stars, sequins and glitter inspired by the world’s biggest Carnaval in Rio de Janeiro. The Rio de Janeiro Carnaval involves a four day public celebration. People dance and sing throughout the streets and squares, bars and clubs and the whole event culminates in a parade known as a Samba Parade. Time: 10am to 5pm
Venetian Masks Disguise yourself for the Venetian Carnevale masquerade with a multi-coloured Arlecchino mask held with a baton. The tradition of mask wearing in Venice dates back to the fourteenth century. Historically, people were allowed to wear them for months between the festival of Santo Stefano (26th December) and midnight on Shrove Tuesday (in February or March). Time: 10am to 5pm
Haitian Rara Tambourines During rural Kanaval street processions in Haiti, groups sing and play Rara music with homemade and often unique instruments. Rara bands cross the countryside on Sundays following Ash Wednesday building up to an Easter Week festival with dancing, songs, cracking whips and beating drums. Make and shake your own special tambourine. Time: 10am to 5pm
Story Time Listen to stories from around the world in our storytelling area. To warm up the winter months, we feature stories from countries that celebrate Carnivale including Brazil and Italy. Time: 11.30am & 1.30pm (Monday 4 to Friday 8 July and Monday 11 to Friday 15 July)
[6364] Posted: 09/06/2011 08:50
Scienceworks Winter School Holiday Activities
Venue
Scienceworks, 2 Booker St, Spotswood.
Date
Saturday 2 July to Sunday 17 July
Time
Open daily 10.00am " 4.30pm
Book
For further details phone 03 9392 4800 or visit museumvictoria.com.au/scienceworks
Jaws, Claws and Big Roars! There’s so much more to a dinosaur. What will we discover? Come exploring in this 20-minute live show, packed with upROARious fun! Time: 12 noon and 2pm (daily) Cost: Included with museum entry
Construct-a-saurus Take off with your own pterosaur " the earliest known vertebrate to have evolved flight. Make your own flying mobile to take home and watch it flap its famous reptilian wings in this 10-minute activity. Time: 1.00pm " 3.00pm (daily) Cost: Included with museum entry
Design a Dino This is your chance to design your own dinosaur using only its bones as clues. What will it look like? Is it pink, striped or spotted? Does it have scales, fur or feathers? What is it called? You decide! Time: All day Cost: Included with museum entry
Frozen Moments Step back in time and get your hands on a piece of the prehistoric past with the fossilized remains of animals, insects and plants on our interactive touch trolley. Time: 10.30am and 3.30pm (daily) Cost: Included with museum entry
Explore-a-saurus " new exhibition Explore-a-saurus demonstrates the ways in which palaeontologists use fossil evidence to learn about how dinosaurs lived; from what they ate and how fast they ran, to what colour they were and even how they cared for their young. Test your strength against the strength of a T-rex jaw, or see the world through the eyes of a dinosaur, all in a gallery inhabited by Scienceworks’ own animatronic dinosaurs! Cost: Adults $18, Concession $6 and Children (3-16 years) $5. Includes general entry to Scienceworks.
[6363] Posted: 09/06/2011 08:50
Melbourne Museum Winter School Holiday Activities
Venue
Melbourne Museum, Nicholson Street, Carlton
Date
Saturday 2 July to Sunday 17 July
Time
11am-3pm daily
Fee
Activities are FREE for children
Book
More info 13 11 02 or visit museumvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum
Mysteries of the Nile room Immerse yourself in the wonders of Ancient Egypt and discover the mysteries of the Nile with dress-ups and activities for all ages in our special family activity room.
The Ruling of Egypt Recreate Ancient Egyptian symbols to discover their meaning and understand why they made the Pharaohs such iconic leaders.
Mummification Live Explore the mystery behind Egyptian mummies in a special live show. Watch as we mummify our resident Egyptian Bob and learn the ‘ins’ and ‘outs’ of the mummification process.
[6362] Posted: 09/06/2011 08:49
Senior's Cinema: The Special Relationship
Venue
ACMI, Federation Square, Melbourne
Date
18th of June - 27th of June
An intriguing speculative drama that explores the dynamics between two of modern politics' foremost power couples. Michael Sheen (The Queen) reprises his role as British PM Tony Blair, Dennis Quaid turns in a highly credible performance as Bill Clinton and Hope Davis is cannily cast as a formidable Hillary Clinton.
[6360] Posted: 09/06/2011 08:36
Push FReeZA Summits 2011
Date
Monday July 4, Wednesday July 6 and Friday July 8
Time
All events run 9.30am " 3.30pm
Fee
Free entry and complimentary lunch provided
Book
(03) 9380 1277 or download the registration form/program guide via Thepush.com.au
In the July school holidays, young people from around Victoria will have the opportunity to take part in the annual Push FReeZA Summits happening in Leongatha, Bendigo and Brunswick.
Monday July 4 - Leongatha Memorial Hall, Cnr McCartin St & Michael Pl, Leongatha Wednesday July 6 - VAC Building, 121 View St, Bendigo Friday July 8 - Brunswick Town Hall, 233 Sydney Rd, Brunswick
[6358] Posted: 09/06/2011 08:31
Sydney Film School The Advanced Diploma information Night
Date
Monday June 20
Time
6:30pm
Book
Ira Keller: 02 9698 2244
The Advanced Diploma information Night, where you can find out all the details about the course, will be held on Monday June 20, 6:30pm at the Sydney Film School.
[6355] Posted: 08/06/2011 09:28
World's Toughest Driving Tests: Chatel
Venue
ABC2
Date
Wednesday, 29 June 2011
Time
7:30PM
With the scores level pegging at 2-all, actor Will Mellor and presenter Kirsten O'Brien fly to France for this week's World's Toughest Driving Test.
[6346] Posted: 07/06/2011 09:14
Nick Jr.'s Dora the Explorer LIVE
Date
Wednesday 10 August - Tuesday 13 September
Wed 10 August: Karralyka Centre, Ringwood Fri 12 August: Princess Theatre, Melbourne Sat 13 August: Princess Theatre, Melbourne Wed 17 August: Ipswich Civic Centre, Ipswich Thu 18 August: Empire Theatre, Toowoomba Sat 20 August: Pilbeam Theatre, Rockhampton Mon 22 August: Gladstone Entertainment Centre, Gladstone Wed 24 August: Mackay Entertainment Centre, Mackay Fri 26 August: Moncreiff Theatre, Bundaberg Mon 29 August: The Events Centre, Caloundra, Sunshine Coast Tue 30 August: Lyric Theatre, QPAC, Brisbane Fri 2 September: Parade Theatre, NIDA, Sydney Sat 3 September: Parade Theatre, NIDA, Sydney Mon 5 September: Riverside Theatre, Parramatta Thu 8 September: Dubbo Regional Theatre, Dubbo Sat 10 September: Newcastle Civic Theatre, Newcastle Mon 12 September: Illawarra Performing Arts Centre, Wollongong Tue 13 September: Shoalhaven Entertainment Centre, Nowra
[6341] Posted: 07/06/2011 09:01
The Grandparent of the Year Award (GOTYA)
Date
Winners to be announced on Grandparents Day on Sunday, 3 October 2011
Book
Grandparentoftheyearaward.com
The Grandparent of the Year Award (GOTYA) has been designed to raise the profile of Grandparents in Australia by recognising the extraordinary contribution by a Grandparent to the family and the community.
This is the first National Award that will highlight all Australian Grandparents " the ones who bake cookies and Sunday Lunch, the ones who travel, the ones who babysit, the ones who have full‐time care of their Grandchildren, the ones who live interstate, the ones who live next door.
On Friday the 19th of September 2011 at an Adelaide Town Hall reception, the inaugural Grandparent Of The Year Award was presented by Adelaide’s Lord Mayor, Michael Harbison to Denise Langton, co‐founder of Grandparents For Grandchildren SA Inc.
[6340] Posted: 07/06/2011 08:58
Free Ben & Jerry's ice cream!
Venue
Ben & Jerry's Scoop Shop, Hoyts Highpoint, Rosamond Rd, Highpoint Shopping Centre, Maribyrnong 3032 VIC
Date
Thursday 9 June 2011
Time
5 - 10pm
Hold onto your spoons ice cream fans, we've got some exciting news! Those signature chunks and swirls loved by people all over the world will soon be making their debut at Hoyts Highpoint, Melbourne.
To celebrate this sweet partnership between Ben & Jerry's and Hoyts there will be an Oscar worthy scoop-a-thon to celebrate the launch on Thursday 9 June at Hoyts Highpoint. Ice cream fans and movie nuts alike are invited to experience ice cream euphoria as Ben & Jerry’s scoop up free ice cream for all!
[6316] Posted: 06/06/2011 10:06
Nick Jr.'s Dora The Explorer Live! Search For The City of Lost Toys
Date
Wednesday 10 August - Tuesday 13 September
Book
Nickjr.com.au
Wednesday 10 August: Karralyka Centre, mines Rd, Ringwood, VIC Friday 12 and Saturday 13 August: Princess Theatre, 163 Spring St, Melbourne, VIC Wednesday 17 August: Ipswich Civic Centre, Cnr Limestone & Nicholas St, Ipswich, QLD Thursday 18 August: Empire Theatre, 54-56 Neil St, Toowoomba, QLD Saturday 20 August: Pilbeam Theatre, Victoria Pde, Rockhampton, QLD Monday 22 August: Gladstone Entertainment Centre, 58 Goondoon St, Gladstone, QLD Wednesday 24 August: Mackay Entertainment Centre, Alfred St, Mackay, QLD Friday 26 August: Moncrieff Theatre, 177 Bourbong St, Bundaberg, QLD Monday 29 August: The Events Centre, Sunshine Coast, 20 Minchinton St, Caloundra, QLD Tuesday 30 August: Lyric Theatre, QPAC, Brisbane, Cnr Grey & Melbourne St, South Bank Friday 2 and Saturday 3 September: Parade Theatre, NIDA, Sydney, 215 Anzac Pde, Kensington Monday 5 September: Riverside Theatres, Cnr Church & Market Sts, Parramatta, NSW Thursday 8 September: Dubbo Regional Theatre, 155 Darling St, Dubbo, NSW Saturday 10 September: Newcastle Civic Theatre, 375 Hunter St, Newcastle, NSW Monday 12 September: Illawarra Performing Arts Centre (IPAC), 32 Burelli St, Wollongong, NSW Tuesday 13 September: Shoalhaven Entertainment Centre, 42 Bridge Rd, Nowra, NSW
[6312] Posted: 03/06/2011 10:00
Sydney Film Festival Family Films
Book
Sff.org.au
Kung Fu Panda 2 Monday the 13th of June, 6.30pm, at Event Cinemas, George St 525 George Street, Sydney. Cost $25 per ticket. Dream Works Animation, the creators of the Academy-Award nominated Kung Fu Panda, which had its Australian Premiere at SFF 2008, are back with the highly anticipated sequel Kung Fu Panda 2! Po (Jack Black) is now living the dream as the Dragon Warrior, protecting the Valley of Peace alongside his friends and fellow Kung Fu masters, the Furious Five, Viper (Lucy Liu), Mantis (Seth Rogers), Crane (David Cross), Tigress (Angelina Jolie)and Monkey (Jackie Chan). But Po's new life of awesomeness is threatened by the emergence of a formidable villain, who plans to use a secret unstoppable weapon to conquer China and destroy Kung Fu.
Africa United Monday, June 13 at 12.30pm at Event Cinemas 8, George St Sunday, June 19 at 11.30am at Event Cinemas 8, George St, 525 George Street, Sydney. $17 per ticket. Concession $15. Groups 10+ $13, Children $10. Three Rwandan kids hit the road to soccer's World Cup in this energetic and enjoyable feature. Dudu is convinced that his best friend Fabrice is going to be a football legend. When a FIFA representative offers Fabrice the chance to audition for the opening celebrations of the 2010 Cup, Dud, his self-appointed manager, convinces him to make the trip to Rwanda's capital. Accompanied by Dudu's little sister the penniless trio hop on a coach but somehow end up in the wrong country. The problems that face the African continent are threaded into the story giving this entertaining journey a thoughtful edge.
The Great Bear Saturday, June 11 at 9.45am at Event Cinemas 9, George St Sunday, June 19 at 12pm at Event Cinemas 9, George St, 525 George Street, Sydney. $17 per ticket. Concession $15. Groups 10+ $13, Children $10. The bear in question is not Yogi or boo-Boo, a panda or a polar bear, nor a koala. He's bigger than a brontosaurus and pine trees grow on his back; yet he's cuddlier than a new puppy. Six year old Sophie thinks he's adorable, but her older brother Jonathan is scared- after all it's his fault they are lost in the forbidden forest. This charming Nordic tale is populated with wonderful characters and is beautifully animated in a style reminiscent of Hayao Miyazaki's eco fairy tale Princess Mononoke.
Sammy’s Adventures: The Secret Passage Saturday, June 11 at 11.45am at Event Cinemas 9, George St Sunday, June 18 at 10.00am at Event Cinemas 9, George St, 525 George Street, Sydney. $17 per ticket. Concession $15. Groups 10+ $13, Children $10. It's difficult to tell how old a turtle is; after all they're pretty wrinkly to start with. At the beginning of this animated tale, Sammy the green sea turtle is kind of retired, living near the beach with his old friend, Ray- another sort of turtle altogether. He remembers his struggles to emerge from his sandy nest, including a lucky escape from a seagull's beak. When he finally made into the ocean Sammy drifted for years, encountering oil tankers and hippies, plastic bags, piranhas and a cat called Fluffy. Most of all remembers his search for a mythical passage and his Soul Mate, Shelly. The underwater world is stunningly recreated in Ben Stassen's 3D feature with coral gardens and deep blue drop offs.
[6271] Posted: 30/05/2011 09:56
Alpine Winter Magic
Venue
Cathedral Square, Sydney
Date
28 July " 14 August
Fee
Entry to the Festival is free. Ice skating costs $20 for adults / $15 for kids, which includes a 45 minutes skating session.
Book
Winterfestival.com.au
Eighties Ice Disco (every Saturday, 7pm onwards) New German Wave (every Thursday, 7pm onwards) Euro Lounge (every Friday, 7pm onwards) Ice Skating Australia PRO shows & sessions (Friday & Saturday 8:00pm, Sunday 6:00pm) Ice Skating Australia Amateur shows (Daily, 12pm onwards starting 10 minutes before ever hour). Ice Blitz Championships NSW (Monday - Friday at 1pm) Ice Blitz NSW Final (August 12, 4pm) Daily ISA Ice Skating lessons
[6265] Posted: 30/05/2011 09:50
Museum Victoria wins Gold in Houston
Premier and Minister for the Arts Ted Baillieu said this year's award follows a win at the MUSE awards in 2010 for the development of new exhibition technology used in Wild: Amazing Animals in a Changing World.
[6241] Posted: 25/05/2011 11:16
ACMIs Winter School Holiday program
Venue
ACMI, Federation Square, Melbourne
Kids' Flicks Full/Concession $6 ACMI Members $5. Tickets available on the day from the Tickets & Information Desk. NB: There is a non-refundable hire fee of $2 for the 3D glasses
Kids in the Studio Free Build your own piece of 'utopia' - unleash their inner architect! Recommended for families and kids aged 3 years and up.
Make a Movie: 3 Day Filmmaking Workshop. Suitable for 10-14 year olds. Ticketed.
[6222] Posted: 24/05/2011 15:47
Women with Clever Hands
Venue
Bunjilaka Aboriginal Cultural Centre, Melbourne Museum, Nicholson Street, Carlton
Date
from Friday 27 May 2011
A unique exhibition showcasing the fibre works created by women from the Arnhem Land community of Gapuwiyak comes to Bunjilaka Aboriginal Cultural Centre from Friday 27 May 2011.
Women with Clever Hands: Gapuwiyak Miyalkurruwurr Gong Djambatjmala is the first exhibition to exclusively showcase the fibre work of Gapuwiyak women. Featuring 130 works created over the past 15 years the exhibition provides a unique insight into the social and cultural life of the artists and their community.
[6188] Posted: 24/05/2011 09:06
The Australian Youth Orchestra Auditions
Date
Applications open May 16 and close June 10, 2011.
Book
Ayo.com.au
The Australian Youth Orchestra today announced the launch of its 2012 application process with a mission to find, inspire and nurture Australia’s most talented and aspiring young classical musicians.
Successful applicants will join the prestigious AYO and have the rare opportunity to work with some of the world’s leading conductors, tutors, industry professionals and musicians including Simone Young and Christopher Hogwood.
Last year, more than 1,000 applications were received to fill almost 220 places.
[6182] Posted: 24/05/2011 08:52
Sing-a-Long Mary Poppins
Venue
ACMI, Federation Square, Melbourne
Date
Sunday 29th of May
Time
10.30am and 1.30pm
Sing your hearts out in our day of supercalifragilisticexpialidocious fun! Our own Mary Poppins " opera singer Melanie Maslin " returns to ACMI to lead the singing in this special edition of the much-loved classic, complete with subtitles during the musical numbers just in case you need them! Book early to avoid missing out!
[6177] Posted: 23/05/2011 15:30
Scooby-Doo Live Musical Mysteries in 2011
Date
Saturday, 2 July 2011 - Monday, 25 July 2011
Book
Scoobydoolive.com.au
Saturday, 2 July 2011: Warragul, VIC, West Gippsland Arts Centre Monday, 4 July 2011: Sale, VIC, Wellington Entertainment Centre Tuesday, 5 July 2011: Ringwood, VIC, Karralyka Centre Wednesday, 6 July 2011: South Morang, VIC, Plenty Ranges Arts Centre Thursday, 7 July 2011: Moonee Ponds, VIC, Clocktower Centre Friday, 8 July 2011: Geelong, VIC, Geelong Performing Arts Centre Saturday, 9 July 2011: Werribee, VIC, Wyndham Cultural Centre Monday, 11 July 2011: Clayton, VIC, Alexander Theatre Tuesday, 12 July 2011: Preston, VIC, Darebin Arts Centre Wednesday, 13 July 2011: Ballarat, VIC, Her Majesty's Theatre Saturday, 16 July 2011: Kalgoorlie, VIC, Goldfields Arts Centre Monday, 18 July 2011: Albany, WA, Princess Royal Theatre Wednesday, 20 July 2011: Margaret River, WA, Margaret River Cultural Centre Friday, 22 July 2011: Perth, WA Regal Theatre Saturday, 23 July 2011: Perth, WA Regal Theatre Monday, 25 July 2011: Bunbury, WA, Bunbury Entertainment Centre
[6173] Posted: 23/05/2011 15:27
Buffer Zone
Venue
The Armory Gallery at Newington Armory: Building 18, Jamieson Street, Sydney Olympic Park
Date
Saturday 7 May to Sunday 31 July (weekends only)
Time
from 10am until 4pm
Book
Sydney Olympic Park Infoline on 02 9714 7888 or visit Sydneyolympicpark.com.au
Focusing on areas that emerge as a result of environmental, political, military and social friction between two forces, this contemporary art exhibition is situated between an estuarine sanctuary and a de-militarised area in the Newington Armory. Uniquely combining art, technology and environmental sustainability, Buffer Zone includes 13 indoor artworks, as well as five outdoor installations, four of which are solar-powered with technology provided by Silex Solar.
[6172] Posted: 23/05/2011 15:23
Biz Markie joins Yo Gabba Gabba!
Venue
Concert Hall, Sydney Opera House
Date
Saturday 4 & Sunday 5 June, 2011
Fee
Premium $49 / A Reserve $39 / B Reserve $29
Book
Vividlive.sydneyoperahouse.com
[6171] Posted: 23/05/2011 15:21
Vivid Sydney Festival of Light
Venue
Queen Victoria Building, Sydney
Date
27 May " 13 June
The Queen Victoria Building, one of Sydney's most iconic and beautiful buildings will host a stunning light installation by famed Australian artist, Warren Langley, as part of the upcoming Vivid Sydney festival of light, music and ideas (27 May " 13 June).
Inspired by the distinctive flowers of the Eucalypt tree, five Blossoms will be suspended within the QVB central dome in a manner of falling flowers. These angular sculptural light forms will provide viewers with a dramatic juxtaposition as they descend from the rounded stained glass dome.
Visitors to Vivid Sydney are encouraged to make QVB the first stop on their journey down George St to the festival precinct, where over forty light installations will illuminate The Rocks and Circular Quay.
Tickets are $18.00 for adults, $6.00 for concession and $5.00 for children, and are inclusive of Scienceworks general entry.
Book
Museumvictoria.com.au/scienceworks/
A pair of colossal prehistoric winged animals were seen making their way across the city to find a new home at Scienceworks, where they will go on display as part of the exhibition Explore-a-saurus, opening in June.
The two life size model pteranodons were transported from Museum Victoria's Collection Store in Moreland to the popular interactive science museum in Spotswood with the help of two open tray trucks, providing Melbourne motorists with a unique sight on the freeway.
The creatures, with wingspans more than six metres in length, will hang from the ceiling of Scienceworks' special exhibition gallery, currently being transformed for the interactive exhibition Explore-a-saurus.
[6147] Posted: 13/05/2011 08:37
Live in the Studio: Ladies on the Tube
Date
Thursday 19th of May
Time
7pm
Join a stellar line-up of Live in the Studio lady alumnae as they put their best chromosomes forward to deliver a night of ‘sisters on the tube’. Dr Saige Walton, Dr Esther Milne, Mel Campbell, Alexandra Heller-Nicholas, Professor Angela Ndalianas, Clementine Ford and Catherine Deveny present a full slate of lectures and performances covering sci-fi, drama, reality TV, eighties sitcoms and more!
[6141] Posted: 12/05/2011 09:19
It Happened One Night
Date
Thursday 19th and 22nd of May
Time
Thursday (7pm) and Sunday (3pm)
Director Frank Capra and screenwriter Robert Riskin reworked a short story from an issue of Cosmopolitan to make their ‘little picture’ for Columbia Studios. Working at a brisk pace from a script about a spoiled brat heiress on the run who meets a ‘fresh guy’ reporter on a night bus to New York, Clark Gable and Claudette Colbert’s irrepressible chemistry lit up the screen. They have the time of their lives volleying insults ‘til their characters succumb to their inevitable romantic fate.
[6140] Posted: 12/05/2011 09:19
The 2011 Clare Valley Gourmet Weekend
Venue
The Clare Valley, South Australia
Date
Saturday 14 May and Sunday 15 May
Book
Clarevalleygourmet.com.au
The Clare Valley will this weekend transform into a vibrant hub for food and wine lovers alike looking to indulge in the delights on offer at the Clare Valley Gourmet Weekend.
The 2011 Clare Valley Gourmet Weekend will showcase more than 25 events this Saturday and Sunday, ranging from wine tastings, cooking schools and produce markets through to twilight concerts and art exhibitions.
Wine enthusiasts will love the opportunity to be amongst the first to taste over 120 Clare Valley wines and chat with local winemakers at the Annual Vintage Tasting being held at the Clare Showgrounds from 9.30 am " 12 noon on Saturday.
[6138] Posted: 12/05/2011 09:16
Explore-a-saurus
Venue
Scienceworks: 2 Booker St, Spotswood.
Date
June, 2011
The exhibition Explore-a-saurus will also feature animatronic versions of a number of dinosaurs including Stegosaurus, Muttaburrasaurus and Tyrannosaurus rex.
[6137] Posted: 12/05/2011 08:59
Bell Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing
Venue
Playhouse Theatre, The Arts Centre: 100 St Kilda Road, Melbourne, VIC 3004
Date
Melbourne Season 9 - 25 June, 2011
Book
1300 182 183 or TicketMaster.com.au
Director, John Bell says: "Each of Shakespeare's comedies has a unique charm; to my mind Much Ado About Nothing is the most earthy and warm-hearted. Here there are no enchanted forests or amazing coincidences, just the hammer and tongs of gender politics with all their attendant rages and hilarity."
[6097] Posted: 10/05/2011 09:00
Education Week at Knox Shopping Centre
Venue
Knox Shopping Centre: 425 Burwood Highway, Wantirna South
Date
Tuesday 17th - Saturday 21st of May, 2011
Over 200 busy little bees from local primary schools are working hard on their artwork, which will be displayed in Knox Shopping Centre's Family Zone to celebrate Education Week.
[6089] Posted: 10/05/2011 08:47
Australian Body Art Carnivale
Date
Friday 13 May - Sunday 15 May
Book
Visit Australianbodyart.com.au for the full program
Friday 13 May GALA LAUNCH & MASKED GALLERY WALK (the only ticketed event) Saturday 14 May - body art, music, street party & flicks ALL FREE Sunday 15 May - body art, face painting, wearable art, pavement art and music ALL FREE
[6087] Posted: 10/05/2011 08:44
Transformers Moonlight Mania at Toys'R'Us Doncaster
Date
Saturday 14 May
Time
7pm - 10pm
Book
Toysrus.com.au.
Ahead of the launch of one of this year's most highly anticipated movie releases, Transformers Dark of the Moon, Toys'R'Us will reveal the exciting new range of Transformers movie action toys at a special preview event at Toys'R'Us Doncaster on Saturday 14 May.
Fans and families are invited to dress as their favourite Transformer and enter the world of Autobots and Decepticons. They will be greeted by leading characters, Optimus Prime and Bumblebee, who will appear throughout the night. Fans can also have their photo taken on a virtual Transformers background, and take home a free photo.
Visitors to the event will be the first in Australia to be able purchase from the Transformers Dark of the Moon collectible range. A bonus offer of an exclusive Transformers Voyager Lenticular Gift Box will be available free with any Transfomers Voyager purchase and all attendees will also receive a free Transformers Dark of the Moon collector book and holographic stickers.
To guarantee a ticket, you must pre-book. Visit Kingtutmelbourne.com.au to buy your tickets.
The Tutankhamun exhibition comes to Australia for the first time. Revel in the splendour of Ancient Egypt as you view a dazzling array of possessions unearthed from the boy king’s tomb. See Tutankhamun's golden canopic coffinette and the crown found on his head when the tomb was discovered. Learn about the extraordinary discovery of the tomb and the belief and burial processes of ancient Egypt. View results from the latest scientific testing conducted on Tutankhamun's mummy and what it is telling researchers about his life and death. The exhibition has drawn over seven million visitors in the United States and London in the past five years.
[6080] Posted: 10/05/2011 08:15
Women with Clever Hands
Venue
Melbourne Museum, Nicholson Street, Carlton.
Date
27 May - 28 August
Time
Open daily 10.00am " 5.00pm.
Fee
Admission: Adult $8, children and concession FREE.
Book
For further details phone 13 11 02 or visit museumvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum
Women with Clever Hands showcases Aboriginal fibre work by women artists from Gapuwiyak in northeast Arnhem Land. Featuring baskets, bags, mats, sculptural figures and jewellery, these beautiful works combine simple, functional shapes with intricate design, fine detail and subtle colour, all of which reflect the complexities of their land and their culture.
[6079] Posted: 10/05/2011 08:15
Australian Youth and Road Trauma Forum
Venue
ACER Arena, Homebush Bay, Sydney
Date
Tuesday 21 - Thursday 23 June 2011
Time
9.30am-2.00pm
Book
Australianyouthandroadtraumaforum.org.
The Australian Youth and Road Trauma Forum is open to all year 10 - year 12 government and non-government high school students from around NSW and ACT
IMAX Melbourne Museum is excited to announce that tickets to the first week of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2 in IMAX 3D at IMAX will be on sale on Monday 9 May, from 1pm.
The much-anticipated release has already generated huge interest from IMAX Melbourne Museum's social media followers, who are keen to find out when tickets will be released.
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2 will be presented in IMAX 3D and will open with a special screening at midnight, Tuesday 12 July.
In part two of the epic finale, the battle between the good and evil forces of the wizarding world escalates into an all-out war. The stakes have never been higher and no one is safe. But it is Harry Potter who may be called upon to make the ultimate sacrifice as he draws closer to the climactic showdown with Lord Voldemort.
[6069] Posted: 06/05/2011 08:39
Slashed Airfares Promises Strong Growth for Neighbouring Asian Countries
Book
Travel.com.au
Online travel website, Travel.com.au is advising Aussies to travel to Hong Kong and neighbouring Asian countries, as airfares to Hong Kong are $430 cheaper compared to 2010.
"We’ve got flights to Hong Kong from *$799**per person for the first forty passengers that book with us. For Aussies that miss out, you can still nab a cheap flight to Hong Kong and save 15% off our airfares with Virgin Atlantic, with return flights from $945 per person.”
[6068] Posted: 06/05/2011 08:37
Commune@RMIT Brunswick
Venue
RMIT University Buildings 513 and 514, 25 Dawson Street, Brunswick
Date
Wednesday, 18 May
Time
12pm"6pm
Fee
Free* (NB. some workshops attract a participation fee)
Book
Rmit.edu.au/fashiontextiles
Commune@RMIT Brunswick will feature speakers, creative workshops and market stalls selling textiles, crafts, reworked garments and Fairtrade products, as well as organic and vegan food.
Other activities will include a clothes and fabric swap, bike repair workshops and “Conversations over Tea Cosies”, a community project led by RMIT students that found novel uses for old jumpers.
[6065] Posted: 06/05/2011 08:33
Mothers Day Jazz Cruise
Date
Sunday 8th. May
Time
12 to 3pm
Fee
$90.00 per guest. Children under 16yrs.: $40.00
Book
Victorianyachtcharters.com.au/mothersdayspecial.html or CALL 1300 304 992
Includes: 3 hour cruise Rita Satch Jazz Trio Complimentary glass of bubbly on arrival Gourmet Cocktail menu
[6061] Posted: 05/05/2011 10:32
Mother's Day at Oceanworld Manly
Venue
Oceanworld Manly
Date
6th and 7th of May
Fee
Any child who visits Oceanworld Manly over the weekend will receive free entry
Book
Oceanworld.com.au
Oceanworld Manly is home to some incredible mothers and their offspring, including Betsy and Ruth, the female Southern Eagle Rays who will celebrate their first ever Mother's Day this weekend!
[6055] Posted: 04/05/2011 10:26
Forget flowers, and perfume... Give mum something that really matters this Mother's Day
Fee
$12 a month
Book
Orangutans.com.au
Show your love for your mum on Mother's Day.... and help an endangered species, by giving a gift that keeps on giving this Mother's Day by adopting a baby orangutan for as little as ($12/mth) at Orangutans.com.au
Every gift purchased will help this endangered species have a brighter future, with all funds raised going to the historic large scale release program scheduled for mid 2011.
[6046] Posted: 03/05/2011 09:35
Celebrate Mother's Day weekend at Toys R Us
Date
Saturday 7th May and Saturday 14th May
Time
10am-11am and 1pm-2pm
Book
Toysrus.com.au
Saturday 7th May, 2011:
Toys R Us truly believes in having fun as a family, so when it comes to celebrating the awesomeness of Aussie mums; Australia's largest toy chain could not resist holding a party!
All mums will have the opportunity to revisit their youth as they join their little ones in an afternoon of fun at the My Little Pony themed Mother's Day event. Think sparkles and pink as mums and kids share a bond while enjoying My Little Pony adventures throughout the stores. Together mothers and their little treasures can create their own fantasy world with the newly re-launched latest range of My Little Pony products including the return of everyone's favourite pony, Applejack, as well as some new pony friends.
Saturday 14th May, 2011:
To continue the excitement, the following weekend will see another exciting event take place in store to celebrate the launch of Disney's Tangled on DVD and blu-ray. At this event, girls will have the chance to become little princesses for the day as they create their own Rapunzel tiara and magic lantern. Tangled themed games and activities will take place during the event; one that Disney fans will not want to miss!
[6035] Posted: 02/05/2011 13:00
Civic Life: Screening, Q&A and Workshop
Venue
ACMI Cinemas: Federation Square, Melbourne
Date
Friday 3 and Saturday 4 June 2011
Time
6.30pm (Friday) and 12pm " 4pm (Saturday)
Fee
Full $20 Concession $15 ACMI Members $12
Civic Life, a unique series of films exploring communities and public space, made by Christine Molloy and Joe Lawlor (UK), will screen at the Australian Centre for the Moving Image (ACMI) on Friday 3 June followed by a live Q&A with Lawlor. On this Melbourne visit local artists and filmmakers will also have the opportunity to attend a workshop with the acclaimed UK director.
[6034] Posted: 02/05/2011 12:57
Play School
Venue
ABC 4 Kids website and on ABC iview
For the first time ABC TV's iconic Play School series will be available to view online via the 'video' section on the ABC 4 Kids website and on ABC iview.
From May 2 Play School screens weekdays at 9.30am and 4.30pm on ABC 4 Kids on ABC2 and 3.05pm on ABC1.
[6015] Posted: 29/04/2011 10:37
Humpty Dumpty Balmoral Burn
Venue
Awaba Street, Mosman
Date
Sunday May 29 2011
Time
9.00am (registrations open at 8am)
Fee
Adult $30, Under 18 $15, Parent & Child $50 per family, Senior School Relay $200, No Burn Walk $25 or register on-line for an early bird discount
Book
Humpty.com.au
[6011] Posted: 29/04/2011 10:24
Fighting for Equality: People with disabilities from ethnic backgrounds speak out
13 11 02 or museumvictoria.com.au/immigrationmuseum
In 1981 the International Year of the Disabled Persons inspired carers and people with disabilities in Melbourne to create a unique service called ADEC. Its name stands for Advocacy Disability Ethnicity Community. Today it continues to empower people with disabilities from ethnic backgrounds, their carers and families to fully participate as members of the Victorian community. Fighting for Equality explores the challenges and experiences of people with disabilities from ethnic backgrounds, their carers and their families and offers hope and advice to others in similar situations.
[5966] Posted: 27/04/2011 09:55
Summer Wars
Venue
ACMI, Federation Square, Melbourne
Date
Sunday May 1st
Time
10.30am & 1pm
In this breathtaking feature length anime film, a teenage maths whiz unwittingly causes a massive breach in internet security across the world when he cracks a mysterious numerical code sent by a hacker. English-language version.
[5965] Posted: 21/04/2011 11:49
Arthur and Corinne Cantrill: Light Years
Venue
ACMI, Federation Square, Melbourne
Date
Until Sunday 5 June
Time
10am"6pm daily
Fee
Free entry
Arthur and Corinne Cantrill have been making films together for over fifty years. As pioneering avant-garde filmmakers, they have worked with unwavering passion and focus, creating a body of work that remains intriguing, authentic and utterly original. Light Years celebrates the remarkable career of these singular Australian artists.
[5964] Posted: 21/04/2011 11:48
Live in the Studio: Loveable Murderers
Venue
ACMI, Federation Square, Melbourne
Date
Thursday 28th of April
Time
7pm
Writer and pop culture critic Martyn Pedler returns for another look at film and television’s loveable monsters, maniacs and killers. From Hannibal Lector to Patrick Bateman, from the Joker to Jack Bauer, Pedler asks how is it that the Dexters of pop culture make us overlook their obvious psychological defiencies and love them, blood splatters and all.
[5963] Posted: 21/04/2011 10:55
Knox Shopping Centre's Fresh Food Family Fun Day
Venue
Knox Shopping Centre: 425 Burwood Highway, Wantirna South
Date
Sunday 29th of May, 2011
Time
11am - 4pm
Victorian residents will be taking part in Knox Shopping Centre's fresh food family day with a range of FREE activities for the whole family to enjoy.
Entertainment includes an amazing juggling chef who knows how to cook up a storm and mini chef workshops where children can create their very own delicious and healthy lunch-box masterpiece!
Guest dietitian Caroline Guille will also be running cooking demonstrations for shoppers on how to create delicious healthy meals for the whole family.
[5952] Posted: 20/04/2011 08:38
Lah-Lah's Big Live Band
Venue
Concert Hall, Sydney Opera House
Date
25 - 26 June
Time
10am & 12pm
Fee
A Res $27 / Group 4+ $25 B Res $24 / Group 4+ $22
Book
9250 7777 or Sydneyoperahouse.com
Lah-Lah's Big Live Band will perform in the Concert Hall, the biggest and grandest Sydney Opera House venue from 25 - 26 June as part of the new Family Proms series in the Kids at the House 2011 program.
In this all-new family show, Lah-Lah and Buzz the Bandleader need help from the audience to create the biggest and grooviest big band in town!
Joining them on stage are their fun and fabulous friends: Tom Tom the Drums, Mister Saxophone, Squeezy Sneezy the Accordion and Lola the Dancing Double Bass. Together they explore Lah-Lah's musical family tree of big band instruments including trumpets, trombones and saxophones.
[5939] Posted: 19/04/2011 15:37
Monty Python and the Holy Grail
Venue
Flicks in the Sticks is at the Eumundi Showgrounds - at the Cooroy end of Memorial Drive.
Date
Easter Saturday April 23
Time
The Eumundi Showgrounds gates will open to moviegoers from 5pm, with movie shorts starting at 6.00pm and the feature screening around 6.30pmish.
Fee
$7 per person, and it’s free for children under 3 years of age
Book
0458 128 020 or visit Flicksinthesticks.org
Monty Python and the Holy Grail loosely follows the legend of King Arthur. They do not travel on horses, but pretend they do and have their servants bang coconuts to make the sound of horse's hooves. Arthur recruits his Knights of the Round Table, battles the Black Knight and despite all his limbs being chopped off, the Black Knight continues to try fighting. They are instructed by God to seek out the Holy Grail. Throughout their search they meet interesting people " including the Knights who say ‘Ni’. Most of the characters die; some through a killer rabbit or in some other ridiculous way. In the end, King Arthur and Sir Bedevere are left and find the Castle Arrrghhh where the Holy Grail is. A laugh out loud riot from start to finish, this is the perfect movie for a relaxing Easter Saturday!
[5907] Posted: 15/04/2011 09:50
My People, Culture and Country
Venue
Bunjilaka Aboriginal Cultural Centre, Melbourne Museum, Nicholson Street, Carlton
Date
Until 25 June 2011
My People, Culture and Country is an outcome of Museum Victoria's Indigenous Pathways project, which is designed to support Indigenous students as they connect with their cultural heritage. The exhibition, which was created by seven students from the Hume Region, explores themes of people, place and culture through objects, artworks, photographs and documents drawn from Museum Victoria’s collections and personal objects.
My People, Culture and Country is part of the Bunjilaka Community Exhibition Program, an annual program of changing exhibitions celebrating the creativity of Koorie artists and communities from across Victoria.
[5901] Posted: 14/04/2011 12:33
Egg-citing Easter activities during School Holidays at Mounties
The first workshop is with renowned community artist Tamara Kirby, who will teach participants how to make a stunning star shaped illuminated lantern. This one day workshop is scheduled from 9am - 3pm on Saturday 16 April, and is limited to 30 spots.
The second workshop will take place on Saturday 7 May from 8am - 12noon with local Gubbi Gubbi artist Lyndon Davis. Sixty participants will have the opportunity to learn about indigenous art while decorating one of the lanterns. Body Art originated in indigenous culture and the Indigenous Art Project aims to incorporate local indigenous art into the Australian Body Art Carnivale.
[5858] Posted: 11/04/2011 10:10
Tina Matthews
Venue
Sydney Children's Hospital, Randwick
Date
Tuesday 12 April, 2011
Time
from 5.30pm
Fee
FREE
Bondi-based author and illustrator Tina Matthews will be exhibiting original artworks from her beautiful hand-crafted picture books Out of the Egg and brand-new title Waiting for Later (May 2011), as part of the Autumn Art Exhibition at the Sydney Children's Hospital, Randwick, on Tuesday April 12, 2011 from 5.30pm.
Plus to celebrate the School Holidays you can ride the Go-Karts & Electric Cars for FREE!
[5850] Posted: 08/04/2011 08:19
Mary Poppins Fan Day
Venue
Friends Room, Mitchell Building, State Library of NSW
Date
18 April
Time
10am to 3pm
Fee
Free
Join us in celebrating the magical world of Mary Poppins. Did you know that the talented creator PL Travers was a Queenslander?
Chat to our experts, read fascinating letters to Travers from Walt Disney and Julie Andrews, view illustrations from the classic children's books as well as fascinating paraphernalia from the Hollywood launch of the film in 1964 and the Oscars ceremony.
[5846] Posted: 08/04/2011 08:12
Carved Trees: Aboriginal cultures of western NSW
Venue
State Library Galleries: NSW State Library
Date
18 April to 26 June 2011
This exhibition features rare surviving photographs of traditional carved trees in western NSW, from 1920 to 1940. These photos are among few surviving records of this beautiful and forgotten Indigenous art form.
Intricate patterns were often carved into trees by the Wiradjuri and Gamilaroi people of NSW to mark the burial sites of significant people. Created by male artists using mostly stone tools, the carvings also marked the sites where boys were initiated into manhood.
Kids will enjoy creating their own digital carved tree image at the multi-touch interactive tables.
[5845] Posted: 08/04/2011 08:11
Leadbeater's Possum
Venue
Melbourne Museum, Nicholson Street, Carlton
Date
Until 27 April 2011
Time
Open daily 10.00am " 5.00pm
Fee
Admission: Adult $8, children and concession FREE.
Rarely seen and once thought to be extinct, Victorian State faunal emblem the Leadbeater's Possum is now on display at Melbourne Museum. Named after Museum Victoria's first taxidermist, John Leadbeater - who prepared the first specimen in 1867 - the tiny, Leadbeater's Possum (Gymnobelideus leadbeateri) is a nocturnal marsupial that was thought to be extinct for the first half of the 20th Century. 2011 is the 50th anniversary of the Leadbeater's rediscovery near Marysville in 1961.
[5844] Posted: 08/04/2011 08:10
Autumn School Holiday - Mysteries of the Nile
Venue
Melbourne Museum, Nicholson Street, Carlton
Date
Saturday 9 April to Tuesday 26 April
Time
11am-3pm
Fee
Admission: Adult $8, children and concession FREE.
Go back in time to Ancient Egypt and explore one of history's most extraordinary civilisations at Melbourne Museum these autumn school holidays. Immerse yourself in the wonders of Ancient Egypt and discover the mysteries of the Nile with dress-ups and activities for all ages in Melbourne Museum’s special family activity room. What do you think about when you imagine Ancient Egypt? Create your own Egyptian scene on a postcard which you can either take home or post to a friend or family member.
The Tutankhamun exhibition comes to Australia for the first time. Revel in the splendour of Ancient Egypt as you view a dazzling array of possessions unearthed from the boy king's tomb. See Tutankhamun's golden canopic coffinette and the crown found on his head when the tomb was discovered. Learn about the extraordinary discovery of the tomb and the belief and burial processes of ancient Egypt. View results from the latest scientific testing conducted on Tutankhamun's mummy and what it is telling researchers about his life and death. The exhibition has drawn over seven million visitors in the United States and London in the past five years.
[5842] Posted: 08/04/2011 08:09
Fun4Kids Festival
Venue
Warrnambool
Date
3rd to 10th July
Fee
A single day pass $31; a family day pass (4 people) $120; an eight day festival pass is $113 per person; $384 for a family of four.
Book
Fun4kids.com.au or 5562 4044
Set in a sprawling 2.5 acre indoor village, with 13 huge zones and 3 live stages, where kids from 2 to 12 years can witness an imaginative world of interactive arts, hands-on workshops, live entertainment and some of Australia’s best children's performers.
It's easy to see how this Victorian event has grown to be recognised as Australia’s best, with an impressive line-up catering to kids of all ages and varying interests. The festival turns 13 this year, and it looks like they’ve planned an extravaganza of activities and entertainment for kids of all ages.
There will be live performances by Australia's Got Talent winners Justice Crew, the iconic 'King of Pop' Michael Jackson, The Fairies, Australia's leading female star of magic, Cath Jamieson, jaw dropping astounding tricks of strength by Circus Tricktease, Sponge Bob Square Pants, Shrekand everyone's favourite Dorothy the Dinosaur.
This year's festival promises to provide unique and fun experiences for the young and young at heart. There will be kids cooking workshops, make your own designer apron, tenpin bowling, woodwork, building a life size jungle with creatures great and small, clay animation workshops, hands-on-fun for pre-schoolers, active kids will love the swordfighting, African dance and drumming, dance workshops, and aerobics commando style with Kam-o-kidz plus a whole host of inventive workshops running all day, every day.
Launched in 1998, the Fun4Kids Festival was conceived with the aim of celebrating the imagination and creative spirit of all children. It has been awarded the highest honours in the Australian Tourism Industry, being inducted into the National Hall of Fame after consecutive wins at the prestigious Qantas Australian Tourism Awards 2006, 2007, 2008; and crowned Best Community Event at the 2009 & 2010 Australian Event Awards.
[5841] Posted: 07/04/2011 09:33
Yo Gabba Gabba Live!
Date
Saturday 4th of June - Saturday 11 June
Book
Yogabbagabbalive.com.au
Sydney: Sydney Opera House, Concert Hall Saturday 4 and Sunday 5 June Shows at 9.30am, 12.00pm and 2.30pm daily Sydneyoperahouse.com or call 02 9250 7777
Brisbane: Brisbane Convention Centre Tuesday 7 June Shows at 10.30am and 4.30pm Ticketek.com.au or call 132 849
Melbourne: Palais Theatre, Melbourne Saturday 11 June Shows at 10.30am and 4.30pm Ticketmaster.com.au or call 136 100
[5840] Posted: 07/04/2011 09:29
Dreams Come True: The Art of Disney's Classic Fairytales
Venue
ACMI, Federation Square, Melbourne
Date
Exhibition closes 26 April
Time
Open daily 10am"6pm
Explore the artistry behind Disney's timeless animation, from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs to Tangled. Drawn from the rich archive of the Walt Disney Animation Research Library, Dreams Come True is a rare opportunity to see original concept art, story sketches, animation drawings, maquettes, and final frame cels from some of the Walt Disney Animation Studios' most celebrated animated films. It features artworks from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, The Princess and the Frog, and Tangled.
[5839] Posted: 07/04/2011 09:22
Vivid Sydney
Venue
Sydney Harbour
Date
27 May - 13 June
From giant light sculptures of floating jellyfish and erupting fire installations in Sydney Harbour, to exclusive international music performances and the stunning 3D illumination of the Sydney Opera House sails, Vivid Sydney will once again light up our city each night from 27 May " 13 June.
As the largest festival of light, music and ideas in the Southern Hemisphere, Vivid Sydney is a major celebration of our creative industries featuring a vibrant program of free and ticketed events around Circular Quay, The Rocks and Sydney Opera House.
[5829] Posted: 06/04/2011 08:24
Kids & Teens Learn to Cook Greek Style
Date
Wednesday 13 April
Fee
$60
Book
Greekalicious.com.au, or by phone: 02 9331 0734.
Greekalicious' Maria Benardis teaches kids and teens how to cook healthy Mediterranean dishes from her homeland - Greece, from her Bondi Junction cooking school, in the April 2011 school holidays.
Dishes include bread making, cheese filo pies, chicken souvlaki and a salad.
[5826] Posted: 06/04/2011 08:21
Jimmy Giggle Meet and Greet
Venue
Knox Shopping Centre: 425 Burwood Highway, Wantirna South
Date
Sunday 17th of April, 2011
Time
11am
Come along and meet the one and only Jimmy Giggle from ABC's hugely successful 'Giggle and Hoot' when he visits Knox Shopping Centre for his first time ever.
The ever-charismatic Jimmy Giggle will be signing copies of the new Giggle and Hoot DVD and CD and other exciting merchandise.
Unfortunately Hoot won't be coming as he is an owl and he likes to sleep during the day.
[5815] Posted: 05/04/2011 08:40
Scienceworks What's On March - May 2011
Venue
Scienceworks, 2 Booker St, Spotswood.
Date
March - May 2011
Time
Open daily 10.00am - 4.30pm.
Fee
Adults $8, Children and Concession FREE.
Book
For further details ph 03 9392 4800 or visit museumvictoria.com.au/scienceworks
Machines in Action Day Come along and learn about engines and vehicles powered by steam through a bundle of fun activities, parades and entertaining science shows at this family fun day. Heritage engines on display include the Cowley Steam Traction Engine - the only one of its type surviving in the world. Date: Sunday April 10 Cost: Included with Scienceworks admission
Amazing Backyard Adventures Explore the science that can be found in your own backyard through a series of fun and interactive displays, including using night vision to uncover nocturnal residents of the backyard and flying on the back of a huge bee in search of nectar. Developed by Scitech, Perth Date: Opens Saturday 26 March 2011 Cost: Included with Scienceworks admission
Fire and Light - New Lightning Room Show Explore why matter matters and watch what happens when we transform it with fiery demonstrations. Discover how chemical reactions keep us alive in this 30-minute electrifying live show featuring lightning bolts. Date: From 9 April. Sessions run daily, visit museumvictoria.com.au/scienceworks for session times. Cost: Adults $14, Concession $5 and Children (3-16 years) $4.50. Prices include general entry to Scienceworks.
Measure Island What are some of the measurement techniques that scientists use? How do they benefit us? Test your throwing speed against the speed of a cheetah. Explore the fictional world of a long lost civilisation and discover there is a lot more to measuring than you think. Developed by Questacon " The National Science and Technology Centre, Canberra. Date: Until Sunday 1 May 2011 Cost: Included with Scienceworks admission
School Holidays - Backyard Bonanza Get out-and-about in the backyard these autumn school holidays at Scienceworks. Dig deep and discover the science in your backyard in our Backyard Bonanza! Date: 9 " 26 April 2011. Visit museumvictoria.com.au/scienceworks for program times and details. Cost: Included with Scienceworks admission
Winning Sky Photos: the David Malin Awards - Exhibition A display of spectacular images of the sky from the annual photography competition named after the world-renowned astrophotography and competition judge, Professor David Malin. Exhibition developed by the Central West Astronomical Society and toured by the Powerhouse Museum, Sydney. Date: 18 February " 3 April Cost: Included with Scienceworks admission
Mon 18th - Thurs 21st April 2011 Watergardens Shopping Centre: Watergardens Town Centre, 399 Melton Highway Taylors Lakes, VIC
Sat 23rd April 2011 Watergardens Shopping Centre: Watergardens Town Centre, 399 Melton Highway Taylors Lakes, VIC
[5812] Posted: 05/04/2011 08:31
The Sydney Morning Herald Growers' Market
Venue
Pyrmont Bay Park, Pirrama Road ($10 discount parking at Star City)
Date
Saturday April 2
Time
7-11 am
Book
Growersmarketpyrmont.com.au
Sydney's premier fresh produce market is held in Pyrmont Bay Park (opposite Star City) on the first Saturday of each month, rain, hail or shine (except January). It features around 80 stalls offering a fabulous range of food directly from the grower or producer and the monthly Market Chef stage with a celebrity chef or cookbook author, hosted by Food Festival director Joanna Savill. Make a morning of it harbourside with coffee, baked goods and more.
[5802] Posted: 01/04/2011 09:28
Oceanworld Manly School Holidays
Venue
Oceanworld Manly, Sydney
For the first time, people can visit the new Underwater Sydney exhibit! Sydney Harbour is one of the most biologically diverse harbours in the world - in face, over 50 per cent more species of fish have been spotted in Sydney Harbour than all of Europe! Guests can see them at Oceanworld Manly's 'Underwater Sydney' with species including cuttlefish, Port Jackson sharks, Angler Fish, Eels, Wobbegongs, Epaulette Eggs and more!
A touchpool lets guests get up close and personal with Sydney's rockpool inhabitants.
Daily Easter Egg hunts around the aquarium where people will be challenged to spot each of the multi-coloured eggs hidden everywhere and anywhere!
The Mermaid Camp and Shark Camp will also be held this Easter.
[5800] Posted: 01/04/2011 09:26
Luna Park School Holiday Events
Venue
Luna Park. Milsons Point, Sydney
Three fantastic new rides!
The Music Trip- Just like a melody, it goes round and round and round...
Crazy Cars - The classic kids bumpy car ride, guaranteed to drive you crazy.
Family Coaster - Chug along and loop-the-loop with the whole family on the Wild West Family Rollercoaster.
Also, for the entire month of April you can buy Unlimited Rides Passes online for only $30 ($35 at the ticket box). Usually $45, this is a great saving of up to $15 per person " perfect for a value for money, fun day out!
[5799] Posted: 01/04/2011 09:25
Jamberoo Action Park School Holidays
Venue
Jamberoo Action Park
Jamberoo's biggest Easter Egg Hunt returns with thousands of Darrel Lea chocolate eggs hidden throughout the park! Between 9.30-10am on Easter Sunday 24 April, kids aged 4-12 can search for the Easter Bunny's treasures that have been hidden! Sammy will be giving out Jamberoo Easter Show Bags to hold the sweet treats they find.
The Jamberoo Kids Club has more than 10,000 members and any participating in the Giant Easter Egg Hunt will receive one free 6 x 8 Jamberoo Souvenir photo voucher, redeemable from the photo booth, valued at $14.95.
Due to the hot weather, Jamberoo will also be open on public holiday ,Tuesday 26 April 2011, for an extra day of action! Weather looking for a day in the sun, or thrill seeking rides on the Taipan, Sydney siders will be able to head south (just over an hour away!) for a fantastic last day of sun-filled fun.
[5798] Posted: 01/04/2011 09:24
Kyneton Playgroup Family Fun Day
Venue
St Andrews Uniting Church precinct in Ebden St, Kyneton
Date
Saturday April 16th
Time
10am-2pm
Book
0423043815
To help celebrate the Kyneton Playgroup 25th anniversary Kyneton Playgroup will be holding a fun day for the whole community to enjoy
Attractions will include: Live music, animal farm, jumping castles, face painting, egg painting plus more great activities for the kids including prizes for the best children's Easter bonnet,
Devonshire Tea, BBQ,beautiful vegetarian curries, great stalls and lots more; with the Easter Bunny arriving during the day and handing out eggs to the children.
[5788] Posted: 31/03/2011 10:54
The Rhymes Kids Music Festival
Venue
Sydney Showgrounds (Homebush)
Date
17th of July, 2011
Time
9am - 4pm
Fee
$35.00 + BF
[5785] Posted: 31/03/2011 10:46
tayenebe: Tasmanian Aboriginal women's fibre work
Venue
Australian National Maritime Museum
Date
26 March - 8 May 2011
Time
9.30 am to 5.00 pm
Book
Anmm.gov.au/tayenebeevents
A new exhibition at the Australian National Maritime Museum will showcase the unique connections that Tasmanian Aboriginal people have with the land and sea and provide an insight into the significance of traditional fibre work practice.
Late Night Exhibition Tour = 13 April 2011 Take part in a special late night tour of tayenebe on Wednesday 13 April from 6.00 pm to 7.30 pm and meet two of the tayenebe weavers, Vicki maikutena Matson-Green and Patsy Cameron. Guided tours will be led by exhibition curator Julie Gough. Tickets $20 per person. Price includes tour and refreshments. Bookings essential, (02) 9298 3644.
Weaving Workshops - 14 April 2011 The museum is also hosting two weaving workshops on Thursday 14 April. From 10 am to 12 noon, and again from 2.00 pm to 4.00 pm, Vicki and Patsy will share their knowledge and help participants create their very own woven fibre piece to take home.
[5781] Posted: 29/03/2011 07:51
Bob Graham at Children's Book Festival
Venue
State Library of Victoria
Date
Sunday 3rd of April
International award-winning author and illustrator, Bob Graham, will be taking part in the Children's Book Festival, in Melbourne on Sunday 3 April. The author of stunning classics such as How to Heal a Broken Wing, April Underhill and Tooth Fairy, Bob will be involved in both storytelling and book signing events on the day.
Storytelling with Bob Graham Times: 12pm - 12.30pm & 2pm - 2.30pm & 2.40pm - 3.10pm Location: Play Pod (in Experimedia, State Library of Victoria)
Book signing/Meet the Author Bob Graham Time: 2.40pm - 3.10pm Location: Readings' Signing Tent (forecourt of the State Library of Victoria)
[5755] Posted: 28/03/2011 10:39
Easter Holiday Fun at Original Eumundi Markets
Book
Eumundimarkets.com.au or call (07) 5442 7106 for further information.
Market Manager Peter Homan says Easter Saturday April 23 will be an exciting day at Eumundi Markets, with the annual Easter treasure hunt from 8am for children visiting Eumundi Markets.
To take the Easter theme one step further, members of the public and market stallholders are invited to wear weird and wonderfully decorated hats. An Easter bonnet parade with a Mad Hatter twist! The wearers of the best hats seen at the markets on Easter Saturday will win a special two night package at The Beach Retreat Coolum valued at $250.
Crafty kids visiting Eumundi Markets over the school holidays will also have the opportunity to get creative by taking part in kids craft workshops on Saturday 16 April, Wednesday 20 April and Saturday 23 April.
The workshops are being led by local craft queen and ceramic artist Merrie Tomkins. While the workshops are designed for children, big kids (teenagers and adults) are welcome to take part too " if spaces permit. Children under five must be accompanied by a carer " to help them with the tricky bits!
[5754] Posted: 28/03/2011 10:37
Dead Cat Bounce
Venue
Virgin Mobile Metro Theatre
Date
Thur 28th & Sat 30 April + Sun 1 May
Fee
Adult $29.50/ Concession $25
Book
02 9020 6966 or Sydneycomedyfest.com.au
[5750] Posted: 25/03/2011 10:15
Andrew Taylor Management Presents Tommy Dean
Venue
Factory Theatre
Date
Tue 12th - Fri 15th April
Time
7:30pm
Fee
$29.90 Full / $24.90 Conc / $24.90 Groups 6+
Book
02 9020 6966 Sydneycomedyfest.com.au
[5749] Posted: 25/03/2011 10:14
First Look: Brian Eno: Another Green World
Venue
ACMI, Federation Square, Melbourne
Date
Friday 1st of Arpil - Monday 4th of April
Time
7pm (expect for Sunday- 5.30pm)
Composer, producer and musical theorist Brian Eno's unrelenting experimentation with sound has given rise to an unimaginable body of work. Drawing its title from his influential 1975 LP, Another Green World illustrates Eno’s appetite for discovery via intimate conversations with contemporaries from the fields of music, journalism and science.
[5732] Posted: 24/03/2011 09:42
Free Easter holiday fun for kids at Toys R Us!
Fee
Free
Book
This event is limited to the first 300 families to each store, so hurry in!
Crayola Create and Paint Saturday 16th April from 10am to 12pm The Crayola Create and Paint session will encourage the mini Picassos to get their hands dirty with imaginative finger painting activities. The blossoming artists are asked to bring their paint smocks so they can also colour with paint brush pens on giant colouring pages, create unique designs with construction paper and much more.
Harumika Design Studio and Real Construction Workshop Wednesday 20th April from 10am " 12pm Girls and boys are invited to the design their own outfit with Harumika Dolls or Build their own masterpiece with Real Construction!
Mega Bloks Build Day Thursday 21 April from 10am " 12pm Young builders can learn with colours and shapes what their imagination can create! Using Mega Bloks Mini Bloks, children are invited to come and build grand creations and explore the world of building with Mega Bloks!
Build A Chick with LEGO Bricks Saturday 23rd April 10am " 12pm Keeping in theme with the holiday celebrations, children are invited to construct their very own Easter chick using LEGO bricks exclusive to Toys R Us. Using their imagination to create a cute little Easter chick, children will then have the opportunity to take their masterpiece home to play with over and over again. This event will be in high demand as this will be the only place in Australia that you can get this exclusive little chick, so make sure you get in early before they all waddle out the door!
[5731] Posted: 24/03/2011 09:40
Knox Shopping Centre School Holiday and Easter Fun!
Venue
Knox Shopping Centre: 425 Burwood Highway, Wantirna South
Date
Monday 11th of April - Saturday 23rd of April
Time
11am - 2pm
Victorian families can take advantage of Knox Shopping Centre's free activities over the Easter and school holiday period. Children can join in the fun with the much-loved Yogi Bear and partake in Easter workshops including Easter basket making and decorating Easter Bunny face masks!
[5720] Posted: 23/03/2011 10:03
Lego Mini Astronaut Party Day
Venue
Sydney Observatory, Watsons Road, The Rocks, NSW
Date
Thursday 14th April
Time
10am " 1pm
Fee
$10 child, accompanying adults and under 3 free.
To celebrate the launch of a new range of NASA-inspired products, LEGO City Space is starring at the Mini Astronaut Party Day on Thursday 14th April at Sydney Observatory. Kids can learn how space shuttles are made and build their very own creations in the LEGO City Space area, as well as launch a water-powered space rocket, dress up as an astronaut and make an alien using recycled materials!
Free LEGO goody bags for every child!
[5714] Posted: 22/03/2011 13:26
Schweppes Sydney Cup Day
Venue
Royal Randwick Racecourse, Alison Road, Randwick
Date
Saturday 23rd April
Hosted on Easter Saturday, Schweppes Sydney Cup Day boasts top-class Group 1 racing, huge prize money, high fashion and an abundance of trackside entertainment for all to enjoy.
The race day will also the running of the Queen Elizabeth Stakes and Schweppes Sydney Cup with $2.3 million in prize money up for grabs on the day.
[5713] Posted: 22/03/2011 13:24
David Jones Australian Derby Day
Venue
Royal Randwick Racecourse, Alison Road, Randwick
Date
Saturday 9th April
Sydney's sophisticated social set will descend on Royal Randwick for the illustrious David Jones Australian Derby Day. The traditional black and white themed race day will host a star-studded crowd who this year will be part of history in the making as they celebrate the running of the 150th AJC Derby race.
Off the track, David Jones Derby Day plays host to Sydney's most glamorous Fashions on the Field competition. Royal Randwick Carnival Ambassador, Jodi Gordon, will be one of the influential members of the judging panel set to cast her style-spotting eye over the crowds, handpicking the winners of the three categories " Best Dressed Classic Racewear Female, Best Millinery and Best Dressed Classic Racewear Couple. With thousands of dollars’ worth of prizes to be won, judges will be looking for poise, style and traditional monochromatic glamour.
[5711] Posted: 22/03/2011 13:23
A Jungle Book: The Next Chapter
Venue
Athenaeum Theatre
Date
9 - 23 April (not Sundays or Good Friday)
Time
11:00am
Fee
$20.00 single tickets, $65.00 family of four tickets
Book
Ticketmaster.com.au or call 136 100 or the venue 03 9650 1500
Returning from a triumphant season at the 2010 Edinburgh Festival Fringe, Jungle Book: Next Chapter is a hilarious and energetic musical adventure inspired by the Jungle Book stories.
[5709] Posted: 22/03/2011 13:21
Despicable Me
Venue
Cotton Tree Aquatic Centre, The Esplanade, Cotton Tree
The Melbourne Planetarium at Scienceworks presents special after-dark sessions, Thursday evenings in March. All evenings include complimentary wine and cheese, the opportunity to chat to the Planetarium’s Astronomer and be immersed in a Planetarium experience. The evening will finish with stargazing through telescopes (weather permitting).
Come along and learn about engines and vehicles powered by steam through a bundle of fun activities, parades and entertaining science shows at this family fun day. Heritage engines on display include the Cowley Steam Traction Engine - the only one of its type surviving in the world.
Explore the science that can be found in your own backyard through a series of fun and interactive displays, including using night vision to uncover nocturnal residents of the backyard and flying on the back of a huge bee in search of nectar.
Explore why matter matters and watch what happens when we transform it with fiery demonstrations. Discover how chemical reactions keep us alive in this 30-minute electrifying live show featuring lightning bolts.
What are some of the measurement techniques that scientists use? How do they benefit us? Test your throwing speed against the speed of a cheetah. Explore the fictional world of a long lost civilisation and discover there is a lot more to measuring than you think.
Get out-and-about in the backyard these autumn school holidays at Scienceworks. Dig deep and discover the science in your backyard in our Backyard Bonanza!
[5696] Posted: 21/03/2011 09:46
Winning Sky Photos: the David Malin Awards - Exhibition
A display of spectacular images of the sky from the annual photography competition named after the world-renowned astrophotography and competition judge, Professor David Malin. Exhibition developed by the Central West Astronomical Society and toured by the Powerhouse Museum, Sydney.
[5695] Posted: 21/03/2011 09:45
Baby and Children's Market
Venue
Diamond Village Shopping Centre: 78 Nepean Street, Watsonia
Date
Saturday, 30 April 2011
Time
9am to 1pm
Fee
No entry fee
Book
03 9438 3437
Browse through preloved baby and kids clothing, books, toys, games, prams, highchairs and lots more. Some new kids products too. Face painting for the kids. Something for everyone.
[5694] Posted: 18/03/2011 09:32
Immigration Museum Autumn School Holiday Activities
Open daily 10.00am to 5.00pm (except Christmas Day)
Fee
Admission: Adult $8, child/concession FREE.
Book
More info 13 11 02 or museumvictoria.com.au/immigration museum
Family Tree Everyone has a family history. What is yours? Construct your own unique family tree using our specially created three-dimensional template and learn more about yourself, your siblings, your parents and grandparents. Time: 10am to 5pm
Babushka Figures Make your own set of Russian nesting figures with cardboard dolls and special collage paper. Show yourself at different ages or make a group portrait of your family. Add your creation to our display to create a crowd of Babushka doll visitors to the museum. Time: 10am to 5pm
My Favourite Things Share some of your favourite things with us! Pop out a cardboard suitcase, fold it up and create a picture of all the things you would like to take away with you if you had to leave Australia today. Time: 10am to 5pm
Story Time Listen to stories from around the world in our storytelling area. Time: 11.30am & 1.30pm (Monday 11 to Friday 15 April & Monday 18 to Thursday 21 April)
[5690] Posted: 17/03/2011 09:57
Tetra Pak Kids Events
Date
Saturday, 2nd April - Saturday, 23rd April
Time
12-4pm
Fee
FREE
Book
Tetrapakkids.com.au
Wendell Sailor and Darren Simpson will teach kids and adults alike about fun and healthy exercise and eating habits at this FREE event.
Blacktown: Saturday, 2nd April, 2011 Blacktown PCYC: 30 Second Avenue, Blacktown
This program is designed to inspire mums to kick start their business goals by entering their great idea for a child-related product into the Grants Program online at Huggies.com.au/muminspired. Huggies will be awarding a total of $110,000 to four mothers to help make their business dream become a reality. Four mums will receive $20,000 each with the people's choice Mum receiving an additional $10,000.
The Tutankhamun exhibition comes to Australia for the first time. Revel in the splendour of Ancient Egypt as you view a dazzling array of possessions unearthed from the boy king's tomb. See Tutankhamun's golden canopic coffinette and the crown found on his head when the tomb was discovered. Learn about the extraordinary discovery of the tomb and the belief and burial processes of ancient Egypt. View results from the latest scientific testing conducted on Tutankhamun's mummy and what it is telling researchers about his life and death. The exhibition has drawn over seven million visitors in the United States and London in the past five years.
[5671] Posted: 15/03/2011 14:54
Autumn School Holiday - Mysteries of the Nile
Venue
Melbourne Museum, Nicholson Street, Carlton
Date
Saturday 9 April to Tuesday 26 April
Time
11am-3pm
Fee
Admission: Adult $8, children and concession FREE
Book
For further details phone 13 11 02 or visit museumvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum
Go back in time to Ancient Egypt and explore one of history’s most extraordinary civilisations at Melbourne Museum these autumn school holidays. Immerse yourself in the wonders of Ancient Egypt and discover the mysteries of the Nile with dress-ups and activities for all ages in Melbourne Museum’s special family activity room. What do you think about when you imagine Ancient Egypt? Create your own Egyptian scene on a postcard which you can either take home or post to a friend or family member.
[5670] Posted: 15/03/2011 14:53
Leadbeater's Possum
Venue
Melbourne Museum, Nicholson Street, Carlton
Date
Until 13 April 2011
Fee
Admission: Adult $8, children and concession FREE
Book
For further details phone 13 11 02 or visit museumvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum
Rarely seen and once thought to be extinct, Victorian State faunal emblem the Leadbeater’s Possum is now on display at Melbourne Museum. Named after Museum Victoria’s first taxidermist, John Leadbeater - who prepared the first specimen in 1867 - the tiny, Leadbeater's Possum (Gymnobelideus leadbeateri) is a nocturnal marsupial that was thought to be extinct for the first half of the 20th Century. 2011 is the 50th anniversary of the Leadbeater’s rediscovery near Marysville in 1961.
[5669] Posted: 15/03/2011 14:53
Mulana: Spirit
Venue
Melbourne Museum, Nicholson Street, Carlton
Date
Until 10 April 2011
Fee
Admission: Adult $8, children and concession FREE
Book
For further details phone 13 11 02 or visit museumvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum
Meaning 'spirit' in Yorta-Yorta language, Mulana is an exhibition featuring a series of works by Victorian Aboriginal artist Megan Cadd that revolve around key events in her life over the last few years. The impact of losing her only Aboriginal grandmother, coming into contact with an emu feather skirt from the 1800’s, her studies as a spiritual based counsellor, trips back to Yorta-Yorta land and experiences with her family and the Melbourne Aboriginal community are reflected in works that explore the notion of Megan claiming back her spirit while living a colonised life. Featuring installations, paintings and prints, Megan’s work in this exhibition is contemporary while paying respect to her ancestors, family, community and culture.
[5668] Posted: 15/03/2011 14:53
Museum Victoria's Field Guide to Victorian Fauna
Venue
iTunes App Store
Fee
FREE
Museum Victoria's Field Guide to Victorian Fauna is an innovative new app for iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch that lets nature-lovers discover more about Victoria’s rich biodiversity, whether in the comfort of their homes or in the great Australian outdoors.
Museum Victoria's Field Guide to Victorian Fauna is free for download from the iTunes App Store. Developed by Simon Sherrin and designed by Simon O'Shea, the field guide is the second app produced by Museum Victoria. Please touch the exhibit, Museum Victoria's first iPad app on Melbourne Museum was launched in October 2010.
[5648] Posted: 11/03/2011 09:00
Much-Loved Children's Author: Madeleine Winch
Venue
Maitland Regional Art Gallery
Date
Saturday 12th of March
Time
From 2pm
Madeleine Winch, author and illustrator of classic picture book Come By Chance, will be at the Maitland Regional Art Gallery this Saturday from 2pm, for a family-fun read aloud and book signing to celebrate the stunning exhibition of her original illustrations in the Art Factory.
Madeleine Winch is a painter and printmaker who has been exhibiting successfully for many years both nationally and internationally. Her work has been hung in a number of major award exhibitions, including the Dobell and Sulman Prizes at the Art Gallery of NSW.
[5643] Posted: 11/03/2011 08:53
Kids Flicks: Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
Date
Sunday, 20 March 2011
Time
10.30am
Walt Disney created history with the release of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, the world's first feature length cel-animated film. Based on the Grimm Brothers fairy tale, this adaptation broke box office records and won a special honorary Academy Award.
[5633] Posted: 10/03/2011 09:29
Senior's Cinema: A Single Man
Venue
ACMI, Federation Square, Melbourne
Date
Monday, 21 March 2011
Tom Ford's stunning directorial debut is adapted from the 1964 Christopher Isherwood novel. In a career-best performance, Colin Firth sheds his Mr. Darcy persona to don the (impeccably tailored) garb of a middle-aged, gay professor of English at a Southern California college who is grieving the untimely death of his lover.
[5631] Posted: 10/03/2011 09:27
Little Devils Circus April School Holiday Program
Venue
Little Devils Circus: 42/148 Chesterville Rd Moorabbin VIC 3189
Book
Littledevilscircus.com.au
Two-Hour Little Devils Circus Sessions (ages 5 to 12 yrs): Monday 11th to Friday 15th April 10am-12pm and 12.30pm-2.30pm $24 per child, per two-hour session
Circus Boot Camp (all day sessions): Monday 18th and Tuesday 19th April, 5-13yrs, 10am-3pm ($60 per child) Wednesday 20th April, 8-13yrs, 10am-4pm ($70 per child) Thursday 21st and Friday 22nd April 5-7yrs, 10am-3pm ($60 per child)
[5630] Posted: 09/03/2011 08:52
Comedy Club for Kids
Venue
The Bosco (City Square)
Date
9th - 24th April (not Mondays)
Time
1pm
Fee
All tickets $15
Book
Comedyfestival.com.au or at the door or Ticketmaster 1300 660 013
For kids who care about quality humour, Comedy Club for Kids romps in for another year of C-rated fun under the 'little top' of the Bosco this year, where both kids and non-kids come together in the name of laughter.
With shows almost every day throughout the April school holidays, kids 5-11 will be given the giggles by professional MCs Tobias and Bartholomew, seasoned veterans at taming material for young minds and experts at making children chortle.
[5619] Posted: 09/03/2011 08:43
Mulana: Spirit
Venue
Bunjilaka Aboriginal Cultural Centre at Melbourne Museum
Date
Sunday 13 March 2011
Time
3pm
Mulana: Spirit features work by Megan Cadd, a Yorta-Yorta and Wotjabaluk woman, that illustrates her quest to reclaim her spirit and identity amidst the impacts of colonisation in her life. The exhibition features a series of works ranging from installations, sculpture, paintings and prints that revolve around key events in her life over the last few years.
[5588] Posted: 07/03/2011 12:15
Sydney Film School Open Day
Venue
Sydney Film School; 82 Cope Street, Waterloo 2017
Date
Saturday 2nd April
Time
2:00pm
Fee
Free
Full Program: 2:00pm Welcome & Introduction to the day 2:15pm Film screening: a sample of recently produced dramas, documentaries and thesis films 3:00pm Afternoon Tea 3:15pm Panel of SFS teachers, graduates and students talk about the course and student life 4:15pm The panel answers your questions End: Once all questions have been exhausted!
[5587] Posted: 07/03/2011 12:13
Toy Story 3
Venue
Nambour Aquatic Centre, Petrie Park Rd, Nambour
Date
Friday 11th of March
Fee
$8 per person, and free for children under 3 years of age
Book
Swimfit.com.au
[5586] Posted: 07/03/2011 12:12
The Melbourne Story
Venue
Melbourne Museum, Nicholson Street, Carlton
Date
11th of March
Time
6:30PM - 8:30PM
Fee
$85.00 adult, cocktail food and beverages. $75.00 MV Members
Book
131 102
This exclusive culinary experience will take you back in time where you will find out why and how Melbourne became Australia's premier food destination. Celebrate The Melbourne Story at Melbourne Museum and discover the history and personalities that have shaped this city through iconic objects, immersive experiences and multimedia exhibits. Naturally, all beverages and cocktail food will be Victorian.
Charmaine O'Brien, author of Flavours of Melbourne: A Culinary Biography will be speaking at the event and entertainment will be provided by Melbourne Symphony Orchestra.
$10.00 Adult includes Museum entry, $2.00 concession and children includes Museum entry
Book
131 102
Explore the treasure of food on an interactive sensory adventure through Melbourne Museum's Garden. Roundangle invites under five's and their parents/carers to open their noses, prick their ears and sometimes close their eyes to discover food and where it comes from in a totally unique way. The bees may buzz a treat too, if we find them.
[5569] Posted: 04/03/2011 13:57
A Career in the Kitchen with Richard Hooper
Venue
Mind and Body Gallery, Melbourne Museum, 11 Nicholson Street, Carlton
Date
8th of March
Time
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Fee
Free with museum entry
Book
131 102
Hear sustainable chef Richard Hooper, whose career has taken him all over the world from Sous Chef at Mezzo in London to Head Chef at the Sunnybrae Restaurant and Cooking School, offer invaluable tips on how to succeed in this profession and discuss the main issues faced by the food industry today, including sustainability, suppliers and evaluation.
[5568] Posted: 04/03/2011 13:56
Sweet Dreams
Date
Entries close March 31st
Fee
$15 AP Member; $20 non-member; $10 for every further entry by the same poet (you can enter as many times as you like)
As a partnership with the Sydney Writers' Festival and Sebel Pier One Sydney, Australian Poetry Ltd is thrilled to launch Poems on Pillows.
Ever dreamed of jumping between the sheets with one of Australia's top authors?
Or getting under the covers with a leading Australian publisher?
Well, now is your chance!
If you live in NSW, you're invited to submit a poem with the theme of 'Sweet Dreams' (maximum of 10 lines). Seven poems will be selected. Over the seven nights of the Sydney Writers' Festival, a different poem will be placed on the pillows in every room at the Sebel Pier One Sydney hotel, where leading authors and publishers may be staying during the festival.
[5560] Posted: 03/03/2011 09:47
Nearly Lear: The perfect introduction to shakespeare
Venue
Sydney Opera House Studio
Date
Saturday 9 April
Time
12:30pm and 5pm
Fee
$27
Book
Sydneyoperahouse.com.au or 02 9250 7777
Nearly Lear, a mischievous retelling of one of Shakespeare's greatest dramatic masterpieces opens on 9 April as part of Sydney Opera House's Kids at the House program.
A one-woman show performed by actress and acclaimed clown, Susanna Hamnett, who respectfully transforms the tragedy using storytelling, music, song and film to tell a very personal and poignant tale that borrows from the words of William Shakespeare’s King Lear.
[5558] Posted: 03/03/2011 09:42
Change It For The Better
Venue
The School Hall, Fort Street High School, Palace Street entrance, Petersham, NSW
Date
Monday, March 7th
Time
12.30 p.m
The Minister for Status of Women, Kate Ellis, will launch the second phase of The Line, and launch Change It For The Better, a national tour featuring Pez, Maya Jupiter and Special Guest 360.
Pez and Maya Jupiter will perform and speak about The Line's Artist Partnership Program and their role as ambassadors.
Pez will launch his new single Shine. Maya Jupiter will preview her new single Phenomenal.
[5548] Posted: 02/03/2011 09:49
Patch Theatre Company: Me and My Shadow
Venue
Sydney Opera House, Playhouse
Date
9 - 17 April
Time
10am and 12:30pm
Fee
$27
Book
(02) 9250 7777 or online at Sydneyoperahouse.com
Children love to play with shadows. They are mysterious and magical and can do amazing things!
[5546] Posted: 02/03/2011 09:43
Centro Bankstown: Fashion on the Move
Venue
Centro Bankstown: Fashion Gallery on Level 2
Date
Thursday 17 - Saturday 19 March
Time
11am, 12pm, 1pm, 5pm, 6pm, 7pm (Thursday) and 11am, 12pm, 1pm (Friday and Saturday)
Centro Bankstown celebrates the new season launch in style, from Thursday 17 March - Saturday 19 March, with an exciting line-up of activities designed to satisfy all fashion lovers.
Fashion On The Move, 'pop up' fashion shows, will be staged in the Fashion Gallery daily on Level 2. Be surprised and delighted by these intimate mini parades that appear at different points throughout the mall. For those who prefer the grandeur of a large scale parade, there will also be frequent traditional runway shows in Centre Court highlighting the best of new season fashion.
Top retailers including Industrie, Shieke, Harts and Events will all take part in the fashion activities and there will be something to suit every shape and size on the catwalk with the participation of Noni B, Millers, Crossroads and Autograph.
[5543] Posted: 02/03/2011 09:39
The Kazoos
Date
Sun 6th March 2011 - Wed 23rd March 2011
Sun 6th March 2011 Where: Murdoch Institute Discovery Day Showtime: 12:30pm Address: Cruden Farm, Langwarrin VIC Info & Tix: Mcri.edu.au/pages/news-events/events/cruden-farm-discovery-day.asp
Tues 8th March 2011 Where: Greensborough Plaza Shopping Centre Showtime: 10am & 12pm Address: 25 Main Street Greensborough Victoria 3088 Info: (03)9435 4000 FREE
Sat 19th March 2011 Where: The Pakenham Show Showtime: 12pm Address: Racecourse Rd, Packenham Info: Pakenhamshow.org.au
Sat 19th March 2011 Where: The Casey Kids Carnival Showtime: 2:50pm Address: Akoonah Park, Berwick Info: Casey.vic.gov.au FREE
Wed 23rd March 2011 Where: Imagination Magic, Melton Showtime: 10am Address: Melton Community Hall, 232 High Street, Melton Info: Melton.vic.gov.au Tix: Gold coin donation
[5523] Posted: 01/03/2011 09:05
Dive-In Movie: Despicable Me
Venue
Cotton Tree Aquatic Centre
Date
Saturday 5 March
Time
7.00pm
Fee
$8 per person, and free for children under 3 years of age
[5521] Posted: 01/03/2011 09:01
Come on Barbie Let's Go Party: Barbie and Ken reunite
Venue
All Toys'R'Us stores
Date
Saturday 12th March, 2011
Time
10-11am and 1-2pm
Book
To avoid disappointment, bookings are essential. All events can be booked at Toysrus.com.au
Toys R Us stores have reason to celebrate this month as everyone's favourite couple, Barbie and Ken, settle their differences and take the plunge, to formally reunite as the world's most illustrious twosome.
Seven years since the couple officially split, Ken has charmed his way back into Barbie's heart swooping her off her shiny pink heels and promising to be the perfect boyfriend once again. To share in their excitement, Toys 'R' Us, Australia's largest toy retailer, is throwing a party to celebrate and all kids are invited.
To mark the celebration, the new highly sought-after Barbie and Ken range hit stores this month featuring the hot couple in their limited edition 'Together Again' gift set.
[5519] Posted: 28/02/2011 15:57
The Wonder Pets!
Venue
Nick Jr.
Date
Weekdays from May 2nd
Nick Jr.'s hit preschool series The Wonder Pets! airs in May at the new time of 4pm weekdays.
[5502] Posted: 25/02/2011 09:02
NIDA School Holiday classes
Date
From 9 to 21 April
Book
(02) 9697 7626
NIDA's holiday activities give young people aged from 4 to 18 the chance to stretch their imaginations and skills across a huge range of worlds. Children can have magical Wonderland Adventures with Alice, be mini NIDA pop stars, ninjas, vampires and TV chefs and older participants will love the array of options across stage and screen courses. Courses run on weekdays and weekends throughout the holidays from 9 to 21 April.
Courses are available at NIDA and around inner Sydney, including Taronga Zoo, Cockatoo Island, May Gibb's garden, Vaucluse House, Centennial Park Stables, Bowen Library and in Casula and the Blue Mountains.
[5499] Posted: 25/02/2011 08:59
World Maths Day
Date
Tuesday 1 March
With World Maths Day just around the corner (Tuesday 1 March), Australian Company Handband is urging Australian kids to ‘make maths fun’ and improve their maths skills.
The findings of the National Numeracy Review Report published in 2008 by the Council of Australian Government stated "That all systems and schools recognise that, while mathematics can be taught in the context of mathematics lessons, the development of numeracy requires experience in the use of mathematics beyond the mathematics classroom"
Handband have developed a ‘fun maths tool’, called Multibandz which is designed specifically to encourage children to learn mathematics skills in a fun and innovative way - by keeping children interested and involved in their learning.
[5497] Posted: 25/02/2011 08:57
Women's International Pro Circuit Tennis
Venue
Sydney Olympic Park Tennis Centre
Date
27 February - 6 March
Time
10am daily
Fee
FREE
Book
Sydneyolympicpark.com.au/womens-sports-festival or call (02) 9714 7888
A FREE ticket to the world of tennis, some of the best home-grown and international female players will compete against a new generation of players who are just as hungry for success. Australian female tennis stars, Samantha Stosaur, Alicia Molik and Casey Dellacqua all played on the Australian Pro Tour before joining the international professional circuit.
[5487] Posted: 25/02/2011 08:46
Ben 10 Live Time Machine
Date
Tuesday 12th of April - Saturday 30th of April
Tuesday 12 April: Drum Theatre, Dandenong, VIC Wednesday 13 April: Karralyka Centre, Ringwood, VIC Thursday 14 April: Darebin Arts and Entetainment Centre, Preston, VIC Friday 15 April: Clocktower Centre, Moonee Ponds, VIC Saturday 16 April: Plenty Ranges Arts Centre, St Morang, VIC Monday 18 April: Her Majesty's Theatre, Ballarat, VIC Tuesday 19 April: The Capital, Bendigo, VIC Wednesday 20 April: Frankston Arts Centre, VIC Thursday 21 April: West Gippsland Arts Centre, Warragul, VIC Saturday 23 April: Geelong Performing Arts Centre, VIC Wednesday 27 April: Princess Theatre, Launceston, TAS Thurs 28 April: Theatre Royal, Hobart, TAS Friday 29 April: Burnie Arts Civic Centre, TAS Saturday 30 April: Devonport Entertainment Centre, TAS
[5470] Posted: 23/02/2011 08:35
Mack the Transporter at Disney-Pixar CARS Truck Tour
Venue
Waterfront City Piazza, Docklands, Melbourne.
Date
Saturday 19 February
Time
10am-4pm
Fee
FREE
Book
$5 all day parking at Harbour Town Shopping Centre
Get set to rev those engines as Mack the Transporter arrives in Melbourne as part of Disney-Pixar CARS Truck Tour. The Australia wide tour sees Disney-Pixar team up with Mack Trucks Australia and V8 Supercars to provide fans and families with the ultimate Cars experience.
Mack the Transporter makes his very first Melbourne appearance with V8 Supercar driver and CARS Truck Tour ambassador Mark 'Frosty' Winterbottom plus an array of fantastic interactive rides and activities for families.
[5417] Posted: 18/02/2011 08:48
Senior's Cinema: The Concert
Venue
ACMI, Federation Square, Melbourne
Date
Monday 7th March
When the Theatre du Chatelet forwards a proposal inviting the famed Bolshoi Orchestra to perform in Paris, disgraced former conductor Filipov intercepts the fax and resolves to reunite his disbanded orchestra to recapture their former glory, if only for as long as it takes to perform Tchaikovsky's Violin Concerto.
[5406] Posted: 17/02/2011 09:24
Movie Extra Tropfest Silent Disco
Venue
Sydney's Domain
Date
Sunday 20 February
Fee
FREE
A silent disco has been added to Movie Extra Tropfest's line-up of free entertainment, which also includes performances by Aussie rock royalty Baby Animals, pop singer Jonathon Boulet, a make your own flip book tent, roaming photo booths, bucket loads of free things to take home, and of course world class short films on Sunday 20 February in Sydney's Domain.
Bring your picnic blanket and settle in from around 3pm, with local DJs tearing up tracks for early arrivals and a live performance at 5pm by Sydney's newest prince of pop, Jonathon Boulet.
[5401] Posted: 16/02/2011 09:20
Glitterbug and Brian Eno: Another Green World
Venue
ACMI, Federation Square, Melbourne
Date
Friday 1 April - Sunday 10 April, 2011
Book
Acmi.net.au
As part of its First Look program, this April the Australian Centre for the Moving Image (ACMI) presents two films featuring the work of British composer, musical theorist, multimedia artist and writer, Brian Eno. He takes centre stage in Nicola Roberts' new documentary, Brian Eno: Another Green World (2010), and goes behind the scenes to provide the soundtrack for Derek Jarman's classic film, Glitterbug (1994).
Brian Eno: Another Green World (2010) Friday 1 April - Monday 4 April, 2011
Glitterbug (1994) Thursday 7 April - Sunday 10 April, 2011
[5399] Posted: 16/02/2011 09:16
Fairy Tales Re-imagined
Venue
ACMI, Federation Square, Melbourne
Date
A two-day Symposium Thursday 10 and Friday 11 March, 2011
Book
Acmi.net.au
The creator of television's popular serial killer Dexter Morgan, Jeff Lindsay, will visit Australia next month when the Australian Centre for the Moving Image (ACMI) presents Fairy Tales Re-imagined, a two-day symposium that will explore how traditional fairy tales are being reworked by visual artists, filmmakers and popular culture.
The symposium, which is open to the public, is a two-day event discussing fairy tales from an adult perspective, outside the realm of childhood fiction. Sessions will explore why fairy stories continue to enchant, entertain, fascinate and horrify adult audiences, referencing such tales as Red Riding Hood, Cinderella, Rapunzel, Bluebeard and Hansel and Gretel.
[5398] Posted: 16/02/2011 09:14
Emirates Doncaster Day
Venue
Royal Randwick
Date
Saturday April 16
Book
Thesydneycarnival.com.au
Punters are guaranteed an exceptional day out at the highly anticipated Emirates Doncaster Day. It is another blockbuster day out with a premier line-up featuring the running of the 100th AJC Oaks and the Emirates Doncaster Mile.
[5378] Posted: 11/02/2011 10:27
David Jones Australian Derby Day
Venue
Royal Randwick
Date
Saturday April 9
Book
Thesydneycarnival.com.au
A glamorous international crowd will celebrate 150 years of the AJC Derby at Royal Randwick. Aside from the nine Group race line-up it's also a huge day in the style stakes " black and white is of course mandatory.
[5377] Posted: 11/02/2011 10:27
The Inglis Australian Easter Yearling Sale
Venue
Randwick
Date
Tuesday April 5 - Thursday April 7
Book
Thesydneycarnival.com.au
The Inglis Australian Easter Yearling Sale draws the who's who of thoroughbred royalty together each year to compete for the best bred yearlings in the Southern Hemisphere. Witness history in the making as Australian and international buyers bid for their selection of over 500 yearlings - the next generation of champions to grace the turf.
[5376] Posted: 11/02/2011 10:26
AAMI Golden Slipper Day
Venue
Rosehill Gardens Racecourse
Date
Saturday April 2
Book
Thesydneycarnival.com.au
AAMI Golden Slipper Day is the racing event of the year featuring the world's richest race for two-year-olds, the $3.5m AAMI Golden Slipper. Slipper Day is the richest day of racing on the Australian calendar. Also featuring $2.25m The BMW, Australia's premier weight for age race over 2400m.
[5375] Posted: 11/02/2011 10:26
Rosehill Guineas Day
Venue
Rosehill Gardens Racecourse
Date
Saturday 26 March
Book
Thesydneycarnival.com.au
Rosehill Guineas Day is a chance for you and your mates to go racing on a relaxed but stylish day out. See Australia's finest thoroughbreds take on each other in search of success in the $500,000 Group 1 Rosehill Guineas.
[5374] Posted: 11/02/2011 10:25
Myer Ladies Day
Venue
Rosehill Gardens Racecourse
Date
Saturday 19 March
Book
Thesydneycarnival.com.au
Myer Ladies Day is all about style and glamour while out on the turf all eyes will be on Sydney's richest race for fillies and mares, the Coolmore Classic and the Ranvet Stakes.
[5372] Posted: 11/02/2011 10:24
Oakley presents Love & Guts international art show and Official OAKLEY Vans BOWL-A-RAMA Party
Venue
Both Love & Guts and the official Oakley party will be at the Beach Road Hotel. Don’t forget valid ID.
Date
Friday 18th of February
Time
9pm till late.
Artwork from a large field of international skateboard personalities. Bands - Philadelphia Grand Jury, Bang Gang DJs - Dave Slade, Frank Xavier
[5370] Posted: 11/02/2011 10:18
WCS & Vans Official Rider Sign In Party
Venue
Beach Road Hotel
Date
Wednesday 16th of Feburary
Time
From 9pm until late, remember to bring valid ID.
Bands - Hell City Glamours, High Places (USA). DJs - Dave Slade, Frank Xavier, Sally Gilbert
[5368] Posted: 11/02/2011 10:16
The Incredibles
Venue
Eumundi Aquatic Centre
Date
Friday 18 February
[5350] Posted: 08/02/2011 13:47
Caulfield Racecourse Family Day
Date
Saturday 12th of February
Book
Caulfieldracing.com.au or call 1300 GO RACE
Activities include: Roving Clown Balloonist Live cover band Shrek - Stompin' the Swamp musical Mad Hatter Competition Auskick activities including an appearance by National Auskick Ambassador Robert 'Dipper' Dipierdomenico
For session times visit Imaxmelbourne.com.au or call 03 9663 5454
From the directing genius that brought you 300, Watchman and Legend of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga'Hoole, comes Zack Snyder's Sukerpunch: An IMAX Experience. Suckerpunch is a 1950’s action fantasy that takes you into the vivid imagination of a young girl whose dream world provides the ultimate escape from her darker reality. Unrestrained by the boundaries of time and place, she is free to go where her mind takes her and her incredible adventures blur the lines between reality and fantasy.
For session times visit Imaxmelbourne.com.au or call 03 9663 5454
Egypt 3D: Secrets of the Pharaohs takes us back thousands of years to explore the wonders of ancient Egypt in a modern day forensic adventure complete with tomb-raiders and hidden treasures. Through this historic and scientific exploration, audiences will uncover some of the mysteries enshrouding the ancient royal mummies and learn about the dramatic story of their recovery.
For session times visit Imaxmelbourne.com.au or call 03 9663 5454
Born to be Wild 3D is an inspired story of love, dedication and the remarkable bond between humans and animals. This film documents orphaned orangutans and elephants and the extraordinary people who rescue and raise them-saving endangered species one life at a time. Stunningly captured in IMAX 3D, Born to be Wild 3D is a heartwarming adventure transporting moviegoers into the lush rainforests of Borneo with world-renowned primatologist Dr. Birute Galdikas and across the rugged Kenyan savannah with celebrated elephant authority Dame Daphne Sheldrick. Together with their team rescue, they rehabilitate and return these incredible animals back to the wild.
[5322] Posted: 07/02/2011 08:51
Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show
Date
30 March - 3 April, 2011
Book
Melbflowershow.com.au
Lindermans' Open Garden The Lindermans' Open Garden will host live cooking demonstrations featuring Dominique and Meredith, creating dishes to compliment Lindermans' newest lighter in alcohol wines, Sweet Seasons and Early Harvest for visitors to enjoy.
Disney Fairies Children's Garden The Disney Fairies Children's Garden will keep kids entertained for hours with great activities such as face painting, pot-a-plant, animal petting zoo and art stations.
Garnier World Garnier will demonstrate the natural benefits of their entire product range by offering complimentary services, designed to Take Care of MIFGS patrons.
The Alannah and Madeline Foundation After a successful year in 2010 (where show-goers helped to raise over $13,300 to help keep children safe from violence) the Foundation returns to promote the great work they do and put smiles on children's faces through great activities.
[5321] Posted: 07/02/2011 08:49
Malaysia Kitchen Australia
Venue
State Theatre Laneway; enter on George Street opposite the Queen Victoria Building
Date
Wednesday 16 February to Friday 18 February
Time
Wednesday, Thursday and Friday evening 6:00pm " 9:00pm Thursday and Friday lunch-time 12:00pm " 3:00pm
Fee
Tickets can be purchased at the door for $10 (cash only) and beverages can be purchased on consumption.
A new global campaign, Malaysia Kitchen Australia, will come to life on Wednesday 16 February when the State Theatre Laneway in Sydney's CBD is transformed into a contemporary interpretation of a Malaysian hawker market.
For the first time in Australia, Sydney-siders can experience a range of authentic Malaysian dishes including Beef Rendang (Malay spiced coconut beef), Roti (flaky bread with delicious curry sauce) and Laksa (noodle soup) from some of Sydney’s finest Malaysian restaurants.
Restaurants participating include Mamak, Chinta Ria, Sambal, Jackie M and Jimmy's Recipe.
Not just a culinary delight, the unique dining experience will be a visual masterpiece; dressed with a canopy of coloured lanterns, wall collages and light installations of Malaysian imagery, to reflect the chefs' work.
Visitors to the event will have the opportunity to win a foodie escape in Malaysia thanks to Tourism Malaysia and Malaysia Airlines.
[5319] Posted: 04/02/2011 14:27
Vivid Sydney: Fiat Lux " Let there be Light
Date
27 May - 13 June 2011
Light artists, designers and architects from across Australia are invited to respond to an Expression of Interest (EOI) to deliver creative, immersive and energy-efficient light and sound installations to feature in a nightly sculpture walk during the Vivid Sydney annual festival of light, music and ideas, from 27 May - 13 June 2011.
Co-curated by artistic duo Mary-Anne and Ingo Kyriakou-Bracke, the Vivid Light installations will transform Sydney's iconic harbour-front precinct into an eclectic sensory experience, giving Australian lighting creatives the chance to have their sculptures shown alongside leading international design luminaries.
The theme for Vivid Light 2011 is Fiat Lux - Let there be Light and artists are also expected to consider the use of low-energy lighting techniques, public interaction and immersive artistic design. Vivid Light will be a free public exhibition nightly throughout the Vivid Festival.
[5318] Posted: 04/02/2011 14:24
Babies Proms: I Wanna Be A Mermaid
Venue
Utzon Room
Date
2 - 13 March
Time
10am, 11am, 12pm
Fee
From $19 (childcare groups $15)
Book
9250 7777 or Sydneyoperahouse.com
2011 marks the 30th anniversary of Babies Proms at Sydney Opera House and kicking off the year is I Wanna Be A Mermaid by Melbourne's award-winning vocal and percussion ensemble, Coco's Lunch.
Nominated for a 2007 Aria Award, Coco's Lunch present scintillating songs for young people that are clever, catchy and full of zest.
Renowned for their harmonies, brilliant energy and stunning live performances, the quintet have thrilled audiences at leading festivals around the world for more than a decade.
[5297] Posted: 04/02/2011 08:06
NGV 150 pARTy
Date
Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 May
The National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) today launched its 150th anniversary year, a major milestone in the history of Australia's first public art gallery.
Victorian Premier and Minister for the Arts, Ted Baillieu, NGV Council President, Allan Myers and NGV Director, Gerard Vaughan announced several major acquisitions, a public online competition and a giant birthday party, all as part of the celebrations!
One of Australia's greatest philanthropists, Loti Smorgon, today donated a further selection of works from her magnificent collection, including a bronze sculpture by Pablo Picasso, and some key examples of Post-War New York School art.
[5296] Posted: 03/02/2011 16:03
Discovery Day 2011
Date
Sunday 6th of March
Time
10am-3pm
Fee
Adults $45, children free
Book
Mcri.edu.au
Dame Elisabeth Murdoch will open her gardens at Cruden Farm for a family day on Sunday, 6 March 2011, to raise money for the Murdoch Children's Research Institute.
5,000 people are expected on the day to enjoy a fun filled day of free entertainment and activities including a special family show from BABBA, plus The Kazoos, Ice Events DJ, Magician Luigi Zucchini and Kids Dance Parties, Anaconda rock climbing wall, Fizz Kids, Healthy Aussie Eating Kids, Ready Steady Go, SOCCERWISE, Cool School Australia tent, Bunnings activities, Spotlight craft tent, animal farm, pony rides, jumping castles, mini jeeps, stilt walkers, farmers market and much more.
This is the first year Guinot have sponsorsed Discovery Day. “We are very excited to be working with such a fantastic charity. All proceeds go towards research into common childhood conditions including allergies, cancer, diabetes and premature birth”.
[5291] Posted: 03/02/2011 15:55
Gear Up Girl Challenge 2011
Venue
Sydney Olympic Park/Cronulla
Date
5th March 2011
Book
02 9704 0815 or Gearupgirl.com.au
Girls grab your friends, and get on your bikes for Gear Up Girl 2011!
Gear Up Girl Challenges are a women's - only cycling initiative that encourages women of all ages and abilities, shapes and sizes to get out on their bikes. Saturday 5th March, 15km or 55km rides.
You can then celebrate your achievements in festival style at the finish site. You can also help us raise much needed funds for the McGrath Foundation. Why not get your friends together and join us for this great girls' day out.
[5290] Posted: 03/02/2011 15:54
Kids Flicks: Beauty and the Beast
Date
Until Sun 27 Feb
Disney's adaptation of an 18th century French fairy tale tells the story of a beautiful maiden who helps release a prince from a spell that has turned him into an ugly beast. The film became the first animated feature to be nominated for an Oscar for Best Picture.
[5285] Posted: 03/02/2011 09:51
Feeding Fussy Toddlers Healthy Food -
Venue
David Jones forecourt, Chadstone Shopping Centre
Date
Friday 18th of March, 2011
Time
2pm - 3pm
Fee
FREE
Busy mothers with fussy toddlers know how frustrating meal times can be, particularly when trying to get them to eat a balanced diet of healthy food.
To help alleviate the stress, Fox FM's Jo Stanley will host a free event with Accredited Practising Dietitian and Director of Food & Nutrition Australia, Sharon Natoli and food stylist and chef, Tami McAdam - demonstrating some quick and easy recipes with some tips on satisfying fussy eaters.
No more mealtime madness! This free cooking demonstration and presentation on nutrition for toddlers will be held at 2pm and 3pm on Friday 18 March, 2011.
[5282] Posted: 03/02/2011 09:40
Sing-A-Long-A Sound of Music
Venue
State Theatre, Sydney
Date
Friday 25th & Saturday 26th February 2011 at 7.30pm and Sunday 27th February Matinee at 1.00pm
Time
7:30pm/1.00pm - runs 4 hours
Fee
Adults $50 / Group (8 or over) $45 / Concession $43 / Family (2 Adults 2 Children) $140 / Child (under 15) $33
Book
Ticketmaster.com.au or 1300 139 588
Sing-A-Long-A Sound of Music is an unforgettable audience participation event and a night of unparalleled entertainment.
[5268] Posted: 01/02/2011 09:51
Push Over
Venue
The Abbotsford Convent, 1 St Heliers St, Abbotsford, Melbourne, Vic
Amber Lamps, Anchors, Blackwater Riff, Break Even, Cass Ward, Children Collide, Deez Nuts, Defon & Illyak, Dream On Dreamer, Emerson, Filosopher, The Fire Alive, Hopeless, House Vs Hurricane, Howl, Gold Fields, I Exist, Illy, Kyrano, Last Dinosaurs, Metals, Mixed Alliance, Oh Mercy, 1/6 feat. MzRizk, Owl Eyes, Passport For Amy, People of the Sun, Rizen Enemy, 2econds, Stonefield, The Storm Picturesque, The Tongue, Trainwreck, Young Revelry
[5255] Posted: 31/01/2011 10:22
Senior's Cinema: South Solitary
Venue
ACMI, Federation Square, Melbourne
Date
11am (Sat and Sunday) 1.30pm (Monday)
Time
5th-7th of Feburary, 2011
Miranda Otto co-stars with her thespian father, Barry Otto, in a gentle, wry period drama set on a remote lighthouse island, from Camera d'Or winning director Shirley Barrett. Marton Csokas (Romulus, My Father) brings a touch of Emily Bronte's Heathcliff to a finely nuanced performance as a taciturn World War I veteran.
[5247] Posted: 31/01/2011 10:13
The Barossa Vintage Festival
Date
April 23 to May 1, 2011
Australia's largest and longest-running wine tourism event, The Barossa Vintage Festival, is shaping up to be one of the best yet, with locals and visitors alike anticipating a range of events and activities for the whole family over the Easter long weekend from April 23 to May 1, 2011.
Traditionally celebrating the end of the grape harvest, the Festival has come a long way since its humble beginnings back in 1947 and this year the biennial event will take to the picturesque village greens, streets, parks and vineyards as well as some of the most renowned wineries of the Barossa Valley.
13 11 02 or museumvictoria.com.au/immigration museum
Is Australia really a tolerant nation? Unlike any other exhibition in an Australia museum, Identity boldly provides fresh and challenging insights into personal identity - who we are, how we perceive each other and what it means to belong or not belong in Australia. Taking as its starting point what the Immigration Museum is renowned for - telling the story of two centuries of migration to Australia - Identity explores multicultural Australia as it is today. Featuring a range of stories told through objects, photographs and immersive multimedia and developed with diverse communities across Victoria, Identity will challenge visitors to examine their own assumptions and prejudices about Australia's multicultural society.
13 11 02 or museumvictoria.com.au/immigration museum
The Museum will come alive to the beat of West Africa at this cultural festival presented as part of the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival. Music, dance and food are at the heart of the West African community. Meet this passionate community at the West African Festival, which will feature musicians and dancers as well as activities for the whole family. Cooking demonstrations and food stalls will showcase a selection of West African sweet and savoury delights.
13 11 02 or museumvictoria.com.au/immigration museum
Come on a tasteful journey to West Africa at this Melbourne Food and Wine Festival evening. On arrival you will be welcomed with cocktails and for the following two hours indulge in traditional flavours of West Africa that will tantalise your tastebuds and leave you wanting more. Let the rhythmic drumming and flame throwing spectacular make your soul dance with joy.
13 11 02 or museumvictoria.com.au/immigration museum
This exhibition explores the long-held traditional beliefs and cultural practices of contemporary West African society. Featuring over 200 objects, including colourful masks, intricately carved figures, musical instruments, beautifully decorative cloth and jewellery as well as photographs and film, this exhibition provides a window into the life of today's West African cultures. West Africa: Rhythm and Spirit encompasses six major themes - kingship and authority, fertility, pattern and adornment, divination, masks and masquerades, and trade - which reflect the diversity and dynamism of this unique and fascinating region.
13 11 02 or museumvictoria.com.au/immigration museum
This exhibition explores a ritual called Se Matebian, which takes place each year on All Souls Day and honours East Timorese ancestors. It looks at how the East Timorese community in Australia continue to practise this ritual today. Personal stories and reflections of people from the East Timorese community are shared and featured objects include a silver breast plate and head piece worn by elders during ceremonial peace, a silver jewellery box with an ancestral worship home on top, jewellery associated with ancestors, timber statues representing ancestors, hand woven baskets and East Timorese fabrics.
[5226] Posted: 24/01/2011 11:16
The Rites of Passage Arts and Tattoo Festival
Venue
Royal Exhibition Building: Carlton Gardens, Victoria Street, Carlton, Victoria
Date
Friday 28th and Saturday 29th January
Time
Performances from 6.10 pm and sketchy action from 7pm!
Book
Ritesofpassagefestival.com
Rites of Passage is a festival that celebrates creativity as a means to connect = not only with ourselves, but with one another, our various cultures, our ancestors and the Earth. People have marked their bodies with tattoos for thousands of years. These permanent designs=- sometimes plain, sometimes elaborate, always personal = have served as amulets, status symbols, declarations of love, signs of religious belief, adornments and even forms of punishment.
By celebrating the art of tattoo, music, visual art and environmental awareness, we're creating a dynamic, shared space where people from all walks of life can look back on our tribal history and take conscious, informed steps forward towards positive change.
[5224] Posted: 24/01/2011 11:12
The Australian Body Art Carnivale
Venue
Eumundi, QLD
Date
Friday 13 May through to Sunday 15 May 2011
Event Manager Danielle Taylor says this year will see a magical festival experience for all ages.
"While we attract great crowds keen to watch artists at work using human bodies as their canvas, it's worth noting that the event is more than just body art," says Danielle.
"There will be feast of other entertainment including a gala launch on the Friday night with the Masked Gallery Art Walk, as well as competitions and exhibitions in pavement art, wearable art, vehicle art, indigenous art and photography, as well as world-class street performers, workshops, and a Saturday evening sunset Street Party," she says.
"Music will again form a major part of this year's Carnivale, as we partner MASC (Music Association Sunshine Coast Inc) to host the Eumundi Live music festival," Danielle says. "This will see a great line-up of free live bands on Saturday and Sunday."
[5204] Posted: 20/01/2011 10:30
St Kilda Festival
Date
5-13 February
As usual, the St Kilda Festival is a free event for all ages, with a special focus on family friendly activities. Each year crowds continue to grow - last year we had 400,000 attend on Festival Sunday making it the largest free outdoor event in Australia.
There are quite a number of events running across the week 5 - 13 February which fall under the Festival banner; visit Stkildafestival.com.au for full program details.
[5178] Posted: 14/01/2011 08:20
The Castle
Venue
Eumundi Outdoor Cinema, Eumundi Showgrounds, Memorial Dr (Cooroy End).
Date
Saturday 22 January
Time
from 6pm
The Kerrigan family are a typical Aussie battler family - very happy living where they do, near the Melbourne airport. This never seemed to be a problem for them until the airport authorities decide to expand - and force the Kerrigans to leave their beloved home. 'The Castle' is Dale Kerrigan's story of his family’s David Vs Goliath battle with the airport as they fight to remain in and keep their home. Along with a hapless lawyer and a generous QC, they take their case all the way to the High Court, proving 'a man's home is his castle'...
[5177] Posted: 14/01/2011 08:18
Sydney Aviation Model Show
Venue
Hangar 273 Rearwin Place, Bankstown Airport
Date
14-15 May 2011
Fee
$12 Adults, $6 Children and $10 Seniors
Book
Sydneyaviationmodelshow.com.au
[5171] Posted: 13/01/2011 11:41
Charles Perrault: The Godfather of European Fairy Tales: Bluebeard
Date
Sun 23rd Jan
Time
3pm
Explore the grim and wondrous morality tales of Perrault, the founder of the fairy tale genre, through the eyes of three acclaimed French filmmakers.
Catherine Breillat's unique interpretation of Bluebeard involves a tale within a tale where two young sisters in a contemporary setting read the Perrault classic. In the fairy tale at the heart of the film, we meet an ogre with a habit of bumping off his wives, until he meets his match in his latest child bride.
[5170] Posted: 13/01/2011 11:41
Beauty and the Beast
Date
Wed 19 Jan - Mon 31 Jan
Disney's adaptation of the 18th century fairy tale was the first animated film to be nominated for an Oscar® for Best Picture.
[5169] Posted: 13/01/2011 11:40
From Fairy Tale to Film: ACMI Curator's Talk
Venue
ACMI, Federation Square, Melbourne
Date
Thu 20 Jan
Time
2pm
Join ACMI Curator Emma McRae for a greater insight into Dreams Come True: The Art of Disney's Classic Fairy Tales.
Touching on a range of subjects, with particular emphasis on the European origins of Disney's fairy tale animations and how they were adapted for the screen, Emma will discuss the artists and stories behind the Magic Kingdom.
[5168] Posted: 13/01/2011 11:40
Hip Hop Dance Events at CarriageWorks' Platform Hip Hop Festival
Venue
CarriageWorks, 245 Wilson Street, Eveleigh NSW 2015 (Nearest Train: Redfern or Macdonaldtown)
Date
Saturday 12 March " Saturday 2 April 2011
Time
Specific event dates and times vary.
Fee
Platformhiphop.com.au
Book
Ticketmaster 1300 723 038
Now in its fourth year, Platform Hip Hop Festival has established itself as an all-encompassing showcase of mind-blowing DJs, MCs, beat boxers, breakers and graffiti artists from all over Australia. Crews and audiences in their thousands converge at CarriageWorks and turn this monolithic building into a creative platform for the best emerging and established hip hop artists. Platform Hip Hop Festival presents the best hip hop music, dance, street art, photography, film and hip hop theatre, with a particular emphasis on our fresh Australian flavor, punctuated with serious players from the international hip hop stage. In 2011, Platform Hip Hop Festival will be one of the biggest hip hop events Australia has ever seen. It's time to discover the incredible energy and awesome talent of Platform Hip Hop Festival - live, loud and Sydney-style.
[5166] Posted: 13/01/2011 11:37
Puppetease
Venue
Centro Bankstown
Date
Monday 10 - Friday 14 January
Time
Daily 11am and 1.30pm
Fee
FREE
Bankstown children will have the opportunity to experience a traditional and very special form of entertainment this summer as Centro Bankstown brings two stunning puppet shows to the centre.
Ross Browning's Puppetease, an action packed puppet cabaret combined with funky live music, will take to the stage in Centre Court between 10 and 14 January.
Using a variety of puppets including finger puppets, moving mouth puppets, glove puppets, junk puppets and muppet style puppets, Ross performs various sketches which demonstrate the diversity of the puppet world.
[5163] Posted: 13/01/2011 11:33
Armageddon Expo
Venue
Sydney Showground, Homebush
Date
February 26 and 27, 2011
Book
Ticketek.com or 1300 795 012
Gamers, geeks, sci-fi nuts, comic fans and nerds of Sydney rejoice: Armageddon Expo - the world's best entertainment event of its kind - rolls into town on Saturday and Sunday, February 26 and 27 at Sydney Showground, The Dome, Olympic Park.
Armageddon Expo has to be seen to be believed, and is a must for anyone interested in imagination just beyond our reach. Gaming, comics, wrestling, TV and movie stars, anime and sci-fi lovers and celebrities alike converge on the one venue to celebrate all that is freakishly fabulous about the cult of weird and wonderful entertainment.
Highlights of the event include celebrity appearances from Karen Allen (Marion Ravenwood from Raiders of the Lost Ark), Michael Rosenbaum (Smallville), Laura Vandervoort (Smallville, V), David Hewlett (Stargate Atlantis) amongst others.
Stars of animation join the affray (including Ashley Johnson and Paul Eiding from Ben 10 Alien Force and Ultimate Alien) alongside stars of comics (Dan Slott, writer of the Amazing Spiderman and Ethan Van Sciver, artist Flash Rebirth and Green Lantern Rebirth), gaming (Robert Rankin, author of Brentford Books and Michael McConnohie, Lich King in World of Warcraft) and reality TV (Ami Cusack, Survivor).
For session times visit Imaxmelbourne.com.au or call 03 9663 5454
Born to be Wild 3D is an inspired story of love, dedication and the remarkable bond between humans and animals. This film documents orphaned orangutans and elephants and the extraordinary people who rescue and raise them"saving endangered species one life at a time. Stunningly captured in IMAX 3D, Born to be Wild 3D is a heartwarming adventure transporting moviegoers into the lush rainforests of Borneo with world-renowned primatologist Dr. Birute Galdikas and across the rugged Kenyan savannah with celebrated elephant authority Dame Daphne Sheldrick. Together with their team rescue, they rehabilitate and return these incredible animals back to the wild.
For session times visit Imaxmelbourne.com.au or call 03 9663 5454
From the directing genius that brought you 300, Watchman and Legend of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga'Hoole, comes Zack Snyder's Sukerpunch: An IMAX Experience. Suckerpunch is a 1950's action fantasy that takes you into the vivid imagination of a young girl whose dream world provides the ultimate escape from her darker reality. Unrestrained by the boundaries of time and place, she is free to go where her mind takes her and her incredible adventures blur the lines between reality and fantasy.
For session times visit Imaxmelbourne.com.au or call 03 9663 5454
Egypt 3D: Secrets of the Pharaohs takes us back thousands of years to explore the wonders of ancient Egypt in a modern day forensic adventure complete with tomb-raiders and hidden treasures. Through this historic and scientific exploration, audiences will uncover some of the mysteries enshrouding the ancient royal mummies and learn about the dramatic story of their recovery.
[5145] Posted: 10/01/2011 10:26
Improvisation Workshop
Venue
Abb
Date
21st January 2011
Time
1pm - 4pm
Fee
$55
Book
03 9416 2555 or Impromelbourne.com.au
This Improvisation Workshop is specifically for 12 -17 year olds.
[5133] Posted: 04/01/2011 13:06
Platform Exhibition
Venue
CarriageWorks, 245 Wilson Street, Eveleigh NSW 2015 (Nearest Train: Redfern or Macdonaldtown)
Date
17th of March - 9th of April
Fee
Free
Book
Ticketmaster 1300 723 038
Platform Hip Hop Festival will premiere a newly commissioned body of work by exciting Sydney photographer Nick Bassett. Working in collaboration with local B*Boys, Nick will create a series of awesome action shots, capturing the form, action, personality and technique of each subject. Shot in studio setting, this new series will focus on the explosive energy of hip hop in the split second of the camera's eye.
[5119] Posted: 22/12/2010 09:56
Young Bards Returns for January School Holidays
Date
January School Holidays
Book
Shakespeareaustralia.com.au
Designed for ages 7-17 years old, our workshops are designed to challenge students with new ideas about acting and performance - and to have fun! Ranging from week-long programmes introducing students to Shakespeare to short workshops in styles such as Commedia Dell'Arte, Young Bards takes the text out of the classroom and provides students with an opportunity to get physical and enthused about theatre. Our Commedia Dell-Arte intensive workshop is run outdoors on the actual set of our production of the Comedy of Errors at the Royal Botanic Gardens!
Shakespeare Mosh Pit 1.0 - ages 9 to 12 Mon 24 to Sat 29 January 2011, 10-4pm. Cost $350 (including GST).
Sing-A-Song-A-Shakespeare - ages 13-17 When: Mon 10 to Sat 15 January 2011, 10-4pm. Cost $350 (including GST).
Commedia Dell'Arte - ages 9-15 When: Sat 15 January 2011, 3-5pm. Cost $40 (including GST)
Pirate Play - ages 7-12 When: Monday 24, Tuesday 25, Thursday 27 and Friday 28 January 2011, 10-3pm. Cost $230 (including GST).
[5117] Posted: 22/12/2010 09:51
Sydney Australia Day Celebrations
Venue
Bicentennial Park at Sydney Olympic Park
Date
Australia Day
Fee
Free
Book
Sydneyolympicpark.com.au
With sheep shearing, whip cracking, sheep dog trial shows, an animal farm, pony rides, face-painting, magic acts, crafts and Indigenous art workshops, amusement rides, modern Aussie rock performances, a bush band and a multicultural mix of music and dance from across the globe, Wednesday 26 January 2011 is set to go-off with a bang at Sydney Olympic Park!
[5116] Posted: 21/12/2010 08:13
Random House Kid's Christmas Party
Venue
Books Kinokuniya: Level 2, The Galleries: 500 George St, Sydney
Date
Saturday 18th of December, 2010
Fee
Best of all - it's free!
Random House together with Kinokuniya Bookstore presents the Christmas Kids Party!
Featuring readings and signings by: Bruce Whatley Jacqueline Harvey Deborah Abela and an exclusive appearance by John Flanagan author of the bestselling Ranger's Apprentice series!!
Featuring giveaways, fancy dress competitions, face painting and balloon art!
[5107] Posted: 16/12/2010 09:49
From Fairy Tale to Film: ACMI Curator's Talk
Venue
ACMI, Federation Square, Melbourne: Studio 1
Date
Thursday 27th of Jan
Time
2pm
Fee
FREE
Book
Tickets available on the day from the Tickets & Information Desk.
Join ACMI Curator Emma McRae for a greater insight into Dreams Come True: The Art of Disney's Classic Fairy Tales. Touching on a range of subjects, with particular emphasis on the European origins of Disney's fairy tale animations and how they were adapted for the screen, Emma will discuss the artists and stories behind the Magic Kingdom.
[5096] Posted: 16/12/2010 09:36
AMF Early Bird Special
Venue
AMF Bowling centres
Time
before 10.30am
Fee
All games are only $6.90
AMF Bowling takes the hassle out of holidays, with entertainment that's fun for the whole family. State of the art bowling, the latest in amusement machines, cafes and fully licensed bars, AMF Bowling offers everything you need for a great day out.
If getting out of bed is a struggle, take advantage of another great deal on offer - buy any two full priced games and you'll get a $6 voucher to use anywhere in the centre (valid before 5pm).
These deals are available every day of the public summer school holidays at your local AMF Bowling centre.
[5087] Posted: 14/12/2010 14:56
Future Shots Finals
Venue
ACMI Cinemas, Australian Centre for the Moving Image, Federation Square, Melbourne
Date
Wednesday, 15 December
Book
Futureshots.com.au.
On Wednesday, 15 December twenty-six of Victoria's best young filmmakers will gather at ACMI cinemas for Australia’s night of nights for youth environmental filmmaking.
The awards night will be hosted by Fuzzy Agolley from Video Hits, with special guest Chris Judd (Visy Environmental Ambassador and Carlton Football Club captain).
For the second year running, Future Shots has challenged Victorians under 25 to make a film of under three minutes addressing the theme of sustainability. The awards give over $10,000 in cash and prizes to young animators, documentary and fiction filmmakers from across the state.
[5085] Posted: 14/12/2010 08:51
Children's Carnivale Tiffin
Venue
The Langham, Melbourne
Date
Monday to Friday
Time
10:00am - 1:00pm
Fee
$25.00 per child includes hot chocolate, baby cino, fruit juice and a three-tiered tea stand of sweet and savoury circus-themed treats.
Available for children aged 3 - 12 years young accompanied by an adult, the Children’s Carnivale Tiffin is available from Monday to Friday, 10:00am - 1:00pm, from December 17th 2010 - January 28th 2011 (excluding public holidays). $25.00 per child includes hot chocolate, baby cino, fruit juice and a three-tiered tea stand of sweet and savoury circus-themed treats.
Traditional Tiffin is $35 per person; Chocolate Indulgence Tiffin is $39 per person. Both include tea, coffee, hot chocolate and a range of traditional afternoon tea treats served on a three-tiered silver platter.
[5063] Posted: 09/12/2010 10:15
A Wonderland AT RiPPON Lea HOUSE and Gardens
Venue
Rippon Lea House and Gardens, 192 Hotham Street, Elsternwick.
Date
January 8th to January 29th
Time
Monday to Thursday 11am & 6pm Friday & Saturday 11am (no shows on Australia Day 26 January)
Fee
All tickets $25 (adults and children). Groups of four $90
Book
Call us on 1300 122 344 or book online at shakespeareaustralia.com.au or Ticketmaster 136 100 or online at Ticketmaster.com.au
The Cheshire Cat, Queen of Hearts, Mad Hatter and all the madcap characters of Alice in Wonderland have taken up residence in the beautiful gardens of Rippon Lea House and Gardens this summer!
Join Alice as she follows the White Rabbit into the curious world of Wonderland. She will get taller and smaller, dance with the Dodo, talk with a Caterpillar, sneeze with the Duchess, have tea with the Mad Hatter and keep her head from the Queen of Hearts.
[5048] Posted: 07/12/2010 09:14
Desert Island Flicks: Castaway with Rachel Perkins
Date
Fri 10 Dec
Time
7pm
Your top five films of all time can say a lot about who you are.
Which five films would one of Australia's preeminent Indigenous filmmakers take to a desert Island? Rachel Perkins is one of Australia's most established filmmaking talents. Hailing from the Arrernte and Kalkadoon nations, Rachel has directed landmark films such as Radiance, One Night the Moon and the recent Bran Nue Dae, as well as the acclaimed documentary First Australians. She is currently co-director of Blackfella Films and is a driving collaborative force amongst the Indigenous film, media and creative industries.
[5033] Posted: 02/12/2010 10:08
American Express Festival of Potential
Venue
Palm Grove, Darling Harbour
Date
Friday 3 and Saturday 4 December, 2010
Time
8am-8pm
Fee
Free
Book
Facebook.com/americanexpressaustralia
Young and old are invited to come on down and learn a new skill at the Festival, such as learning to dance like a Hip-Hop star with The Sydney Dance Company, clown around with the Sydney Trapeze School, take part in a world drumming workshop with Drum Beats or unleash their inner artist by painting and sketching at workshops hosted by professional artists from the Mind Gallery.
[5028] Posted: 02/12/2010 09:43
Sydney Royal Easter Show
Date
14 - 27 April 2011
The 2011 Sydney Royal Easter Show is jam packed with family entertainment bringing the best of the country to the city. Celebrate Australia's finest agriculture, woodchoppers, artists and animals and take in the wildest rides, outrageous acts and latest showbags.
[5019] Posted: 01/12/2010 10:05
The Spectacular Carols in the Caves
Date
Saturday, December 11, 201
Book
Jenolancaves.org.au
On Saturday, December 11, 2010, Jenolan Caves will present the 19th annual Carols in the Caves " their biggest annual event. Two spectacular concerts (plus charity auction) in the massive Grand Arch will support the Children's Hospital at Westmead, and will feature 2 wellknown faces from Sydney TV - Peter Overton and Jessica Rowe. An unforgettable experience for all ages, it supports a worthy cause - research into childhood cancer.
A unique event, in the recent Blue Mountains Tourism Awards of Excellence 2010, ‘Carols in the Caves’ won the ‘Festivals & Events’ award, and was a finalist in the NSW Tourism Awards.
[4996] Posted: 30/11/2010 08:04
Architects of Air - Mirazozo
Venue
Forecourt
Date
3 - 27 January
Time
10am to 7pm
Fee
From $10
Book
9250 7777 or Sydneyoperahouse.com
Architects of Air's latest luminarium Mirazozo is a dazzling maze of winding paths and soaring domes. The large-scale inflatable sculpture will take over the Sydney Opera House Forecourt this summer from January 3 to 27.
[4964] Posted: 22/11/2010 10:27
Hunter Valley Uncorked Balmoral
Venue
The Esplanade Balmoral Beach
Date
Sunday 7 November, 2010
Time
11am until 5pm
Fee
Entry to Hunter Valley Uncorked is free. A souvenir wine glass can be purchased for $7 which will be key to enjoying the award winning wines at the event.
Taking place from 11am until 5pm, there will be plenty of entertainment to ensure guests can sit back relax and enjoy a glorious day by the sea. There's also plenty for the kids too with fun activities to keep them occupied.
Stock the pantry and fridge with local cheeses and olive oils, sip on fresh lemonade or enjoy a gelato and a glorious picnic lunch with plates of fresh seafood from Port Stephens. Award winning Hunter Valley Chefs will also be preparing mouth watering meals to partner with the perfect drop of Hunter Valley wine.
Family wineries including Tyrrell's, Tulloch's, Peterson House and Scarborough, along with boutique brands such as Two Rivers, Glandore Estate, Tallavera Grove Vineyard and Colvin Wines, are just a few of the fabulous Hunter Valley Wineries who will be showcasing their wines at the event. Award winning wines such as Tullochs 2010 Semillon, Audrey Wilkinson 2009 Audrey Series Tempranillo, Ridgeview Wines 2006 Generations Reserve Shiraz, Tempus Two 2005 Zenith Semillon and Briar Ridge Vineyard Early Harvest Semillon will be available for tasting.
[4929] Posted: 18/11/2010 13:03
Super Out of the Box IF Award
Date
Voting closes on Sunday November 7th
Book
Ifawards.com
This is your final chance to have your say on which of TV's hottest actors is destined for a promising film career!
They have starred in some of television's hottest shows and made their mark on the TV industry, but which one of these young actors do you think will make the leap from the small to big screen? Underbelly's Firass Dirani and Hugo Johnstone Burt, Eva Lazzaro of Tangle, Katherine Kicks from Rescue Special Ops, Offspring's Richard Davies and Ryan Corr of Packed to the Rafters are fighting it out as nominees for the new Media Super Out of the Box IF Award. The decision is yours and with less than a week left to vote, the Kodak IF Awards want you to have your say!
It is sure to be a close race with each of the actors having more than proven themselves in some fantastic television roles. They have already been selected as nominees by an industry panel including TV executive producer Kim Vecera and TV producer Steve Knapman, agent Mark Morrissey, actor Matt Day and Emmy nominated casting director Christine King, marking them as talents to be watched in coming years.
[4848] Posted: 04/11/2010 09:50
Kid's Flicks:Madame Mo Interludes 2
Venue
ACMI, Federation Square, Melbourne
Date
Sunday 14th of November
Time
10:30 and 1pm
In this collection of delightful short animations from France, Madame Mo and her friends have some surprising encounters. These adventures (and misadventures) capture the wonder of childhood. Australian premiere!
[4842] Posted: 04/11/2010 09:42
Kids Flicks: Bringing Up Baby
Venue
ACMI, Federation Square, Melbourne
Date
Sunday 7th of November
Time
10.30am and 1pm
Katharine Hepburn and Cary Grant star in this inspired screwball comedy about a madcap heiress with a pet leopard who meets an absent-minded palaeontologist and unwittingly brings mayhem to both their lives.
[4829] Posted: 28/10/2010 11:47
Berlin on Film: Comrade Couture
Venue
ACMI, Federation Square, Melbourne
Date
5th and 7th of November
Fri 5th November 7pm Sun 7th November 3.30pm
Inspired by new wave fashions from the West, East Berliners took to crafting their own avant-garde fashions made from plastic, bed sheets and disused medical supplies. Drawing on personal memories, interviews and extensive archival research, Wilms offers a unique view of this heady artistic outpouring under ever-watchful Stasi eyes.
[4827] Posted: 28/10/2010 11:46
Brazilian Festival
Venue
Immigration Museum, 400 Flinders Street Melbourne
Date
Sunday 14 November 2010
Time
11am " 4pm
Fee
Adults $8, children and concession FREE
Brazil is internationally renowned as an energetic, passionate country with Brazilians sharing a love of food, dance, music and sport. Melbourne's Immigration Museum presents an opportunity for visitors to sample a little Latin lifestyle with a day of Brazilian culture and traditions including music, dance performances and workshops, films, food and family activities while learning more about Victoria’s vibrant Brazilian communities.
[4825] Posted: 28/10/2010 11:42
Toys'R'Us Trick'R'Treat parties
Venue
All Toys'R'Us stores (except Express Stores, Alexandria, Artarmon, Belrose, Caringbah, Wollongong and Geelong stores)
Date
Saturday 30th October, 2010
Time
11am-12pm and 2pm-3pm
Book
All information can be found at Toysrus.com.au
[4824] Posted: 28/10/2010 11:38
Smooch Frozen Yoghurt Launch Party
Venue
Shop 2, 40 Hall Street, Bondi Beach
Date
Sunday 14th November
Fee
FREE SMOOCH yoghurt or Belgian waffle on a stick on offer for everyone on presentation of SMOOCH voucher (limit one per person).
No one would dare deny a kiss, and now no one will be able to resist a SMOOCH! Come and experience a delicious new taste sensation on Sunday 14 November.
This fun filled launch day in the heart of Bondi will involve Summer fun, sampling and savouring. Bondi DJ’s DJ Dan Bloom and DJ De Ritz will be pumping out fresh beats, together with singer Anda Harrisberg. Sexy SMOOCH guys and girls handing out free SMOOCH vouchers, a SMOOCH photographer taking social photos and much more! Come and take the opportunity to trial a FREE SMOOCH yoghurt or Belgian waffle on a stick and mingle with the cool Bondi crowd on the world's most iconic beachfront.
What's more, SMOOCH frozen yoghurt has the much-adored ice cream taste but is 98% fat free, with probiotics which aid in lowering cholesterol, blood pressure and assist in managing lactose intolerance. Talk about guilt free smooching!
[4811] Posted: 26/10/2010 12:05
Romp & Stomp Fun Day for Children
Venue
Melbourne Museum, Nicholson Street, Carlton
Date
Wednesday 27 October 2010
Time
10am"3pm
Book
Rompandstomp.org.au
With over 2000 attendees last year, Romp & Stomp Fun Day for Children is a day of fun filled activities designed for children aged 0"5. Activities on the day are both fun and educational, and include performances, activities, special appearances and storytelling. The day also provides the opportunity for parents and carers to access information about early childhood services and networks.
Romp & Stomp Fun Day for Children is presented by Melbourne Museum in partnership with a group of not-for-profit organisations interested in early childhood education, including Early Childhood Management Services, Playgroup Victoria, Kindergarten Parents Victoria, Berry Street, Gowrie Victoria, Toy Libraries Victoria, MFB (Metropolitan Fire Brigade), VicRoads and Kidsafe.
Since beginning in 2003, Romp & Stomp Fun Day for Children has proven to be one of the most popular Children's Week events for parents, carers, children and grandparents. It is celebrated on Universal Children's Day, with activities designed to emphasise different aspects of early childhood learning. All activities are included with Museum entry (Children Free, Adults $8) and run from 10am to 3pm, and include: -Baby Play - Parents and their little ones relax and have fun with toys presented by Playgroup Victoria. -Active Play - Join Playgroup Victoria for active play with interactive toys. -Make your own shield - be inspired by the Aboriginal shields on display in Melbourne Museum and make your own shield with Kindergarten Parents Victoria. -Firefighters are Friends - Dress up and play in official mini Metropolitan Fire Brigade outfits. -Early learning is fun - create your very own story book using a variety of craft materials. -Still Life Drawing - Join Gowrie Victoria in learning about the museum objects around you and drawing what you see. -ECMS Bug Fun, Stories and Craft - make some bug antennae, go magnetic fishing and hear some bug inspired stories with Early Childhood Management Services. -The Sand Pit - Dig and mess about with some fabulous sand toys presented by Toy Libraries Victoria (Inc). -Live Exhibits - chat to Melbourne Museum's animal keepers and meet some live animals including lizards, insects and other reptiles. -Road safety placemats - Learn about road safety and make your own placemat to take home with VicRoads and Kidsafe.
[4802] Posted: 25/10/2010 11:29
Eco Baby Expo
Venue
Crystal Palace, Luna Park. Milsons Point, Sydney
Date
6 to 7 November, 2010
Time
10am to 6pm
Fee
Tickets are priced from $15 per single or $40 per family pass. Children under the age of ten enter free
Book
Bonjourbaby.com.au
With a focus on promoting natural lifestyles, Expo attendees can expect to see a variety of natural products including chemical-free baby care, eco nappies, certified organic baby food, sustainable baby clothing and hand-made Fair Trade toys.
Each Expo attendee will also receive a free Bonjour Baby Box. The stylish box will be filled with baby products, samples and special offers, all designed to help new parents make a sustainable start to their children's lives.
An Eco Stage will host information on children's nutrition, baby massage tips and baby-care lessons by renowned nutritionists, naturopaths and experts who will highlight practical ways to raise a healthy and green baby.
A sure-to-be favourite for mums will be the Pamper and Tuck Lounge, a quiet and cosy space designated for nursing mothers and their breast-feeding children.
Join in on fun Brazilian festivities as the Immigration Museum celebrates the Brazilian community in Victoria. Experience Brazilian culture through traditional music, dance and capoeira; a Brazilian art form that combines elements of martial arts, music and dance. Watch films, taste delicious Brazilian food and participate in family activities at this one day festival.
[4799] Posted: 25/10/2010 11:17
Harry Hooton: The Outsider Poet
Venue
ACMI, Federation Square, Melbourne
Date
Sunday 31st of October
Time
3.15pm
The Cantrill's 1970 debut feature was inspired by the maverick poet Harry Hooton (1908-1961). Drawing on recordings Hooton made before his death, the film expounds his philosophy of "the will to power over THINGS". This program includes five related short films made around the same period.
[4787] Posted: 22/10/2010 11:26
Grain of the Voice: 50 Years of Sound and Image by Arthur and Corinne Cantrill
Venue
ACMI, Federation Square, Melbourne
The work of the Cantrills examines people, societies and landscapes. This retrospective explores the many voices heard in their films.
[4786] Posted: 22/10/2010 11:25
Freaky Friday's: My Own Private Idaho
Venue
ACMI, Federation Square, Melbourne
Date
Friday 29th of October
Time
.30pm
This is Freaky Fridays' annual River Phoenix memorial screening of Gus Van Sant's 1991 indie classic. River Phoenix plays Mike, a sensitive, gay, narcoleptic nursing a deep sense of maternal abandonment. Keanu Reeves is Scott, a fellow hustler on the streets of Portland, determined to help his friend find his way 'home'.
[4785] Posted: 22/10/2010 11:24
Body Paint Walk to Oprah House
Date
Sunday 24th of October
Time
12.00pm
Sunday October 24, the grand old dame takes off her make-up and shucks off her elaborate costuming to allow the public full access to all her abundant charms for Open Day, a totally free event allowing the public to get behind-the-scenes, up close and personal come and Join Eva Rinaldi and her team for a facepaint and body paint walk to Oprah House.
[4784] Posted: 22/10/2010 11:22
Republic Of Doyle
Venue
ABC2
Date
Saturday, 13 November 2010
Time
7:40pm
Father and son private investigators Jake (Allan Hawco) and Malachy Doyle (Sean McGinley) get more than they bargained for when they are hired by Emma Michaeltree (Lara Jean Chorastecki). After the death of her mother, Emma has decided to look for the father she never knew. With only an old photo, a nickname and the fact that her father used to ride a Harley, the Doyles set out to reunite the pair.
[4765] Posted: 20/10/2010 09:31
Screen It: The Environment: Who Cares?
Book
Acmi.net.au/screenit
School-aged film makers from around the country have exercised their creativity to create films around this year's theme; The Environment: Who Cares?, intended as a trigger for students and teachers to investigate environmental issues while learning filmmaking techniques along the way.
The 2010 competition attracted 253 entries by over 820 students nationwide
Run annually by ACMI, Screen It is open to anyone enrolled in primary or secondary education and students can enter through their school or independently but all entries must incorporate the theme and fit into one of three genres. Unlike other student film competitions, Screen It is designed to provide rich education outcomes for participants with a comprehensive Education Kit provided to assist in the production process.
More info 13 11 02 or museumvictoria.com.au/immigration museum
Join in on fun Brazilian festivities as the Immigration Museum celebrates the Brazilian community in Victoria. Experience Brazilian culture through traditional music, dance and capoeira; a Brazilian art form that combines elements of martial arts, music and dance. Watch films, taste delicious Brazilian food and participate in family activities at this one day festival.
More info 13 11 02 or museumvictoria.com.au/immigration museum
Melbourne Poets Union panel discussion: The place where we grew up and left behind continues to occupy a special place in our heart. Revisiting it is an experience which often awakes conflicting emotions, especially for those who have fled war or persecution, or who, as children, had no choice about leaving. Arnold Zable, in his latest novel, Sea of many returns, has written movingly about the experience. A panel of five writers and a moderator will explore this theme through commentary and through reading of their work. This will be followed by questions and comments from the audience, member reading and an open reading.
[4703] Posted: 15/10/2010 12:51
Australian Perspectives: Touch and Go
Venue
ACMI, Federation Square, Melbourne
Date
Saturday 23rd of October
Time
4pm
Touch and Go is a caper genre flick starring Wendy Hughes, Chantal Contouri and Carmen Duncan as three society ladies who join forces to rob an island resort, all for the good of charity. The film's original title, Friday the 13th, was changed when the producers got wind of a little American horror film.
[4695] Posted: 14/10/2010 09:41
First Look: Topper
Venue
ACMI, Federation Square, Melbourne
Date
Friday 22nd October-Sunday 24th of October
Time
7pm (Fri & Sat) 5:30pm (Sun)
Cary Grant and Constance Bennett star as a pair of mischievous, carousing ghosts who rain mayhem upon their long-suffering bank manager. Nominated for two Academy Awards, launching two sequels and a TV series, Topper is perhaps best remembered as Grant's first major box office success.
[4694] Posted: 14/10/2010 09:41
D.I.Y. Skateboard Movement Explored by Tristan Still
Venue
aMBUSH Gallery: 4A James Street, Waterloo, Sydney NSW 2017
Date
October 21, 2010
Time
6pm to 9pm
Fee
Free public event
Book
Ambushgallery.com
'Beg, Borrow, Steal' is a photographic exploration of the people, places and the creations behind the D.I.Y skateboarding movement as viewed through the eyes of Tristan Still. Skateboarding and photography have shared an intertwined history in Tristan's life since the age of sixteen. Armed with a Pentax Spotmatic F (on permanent loan from his father) and sharing a cheap and nasty Kmart skateboard with his close friend Lynch, Tristan's foray into the world of skateboarding and photography began.
Beg, Borrow, Steal is dedicated to the memory of Daniel Lynch and Damien Scullin - and to all skaters loved and lost; gone, but not forgotten.
[4681] Posted: 13/10/2010 10:01
Scream in the Dark at Melbourne's Luna Park
Venue
Melbourne's Luna Park: Lower Esplanade, St Kilda
Date
Friday October 29 - Sunday October 31
Time
7pm
Book
1300 888 272
The most frightening night of the whole year is almost upon us once again, and LUNA DARK is always the best place in Melbourne to celebrate a night of scary fun.
Melbourne's Luna Park is inviting everyone to some 'spook-tacular' Halloween celebrations over the Halloween weekend from Friday October 29 to Sunday October 31. In addition to Luna Park's regular rides and attractions, there will be loads of Halloween games and prizes to be won. Best of all, everyone who turns up in full costume on Sunday after 7pm will receive a 30 percent discount on any Unlimited Ride Ticket. Plus, there are loads of free Halloween gifts to be given away over the whole weekend!
30% discount on Unlimited Ride Tickets purchased from 7pm on Sunday October 31 for anyone in full Halloween Costume. Free Halloween gift for anyone in full Halloween costume from 7pm Friday
[4669] Posted: 11/10/2010 10:24
Chalk Urban Art Festival
Venue
Church Street, Parramatta, NSW
Date
Thursday 7 October- Sunday 10 October
Time
10.00 AM- 5.00 PM Daily
Fee
Free
Parramatta will be transformed into a visual delight this Thursday to Sunday, with the largest urban art festival in the southern hemisphere, Chalk Urban Art Festival, taking place at Church Street.
Expected to attract thousands of keen spectators, the four day festival will feature a pavement art competition for artists from all over Australia, a mini chalk competition for the general public and interactive school holiday workshops.
[4661] Posted: 08/10/2010 11:09
Middle Eastern Showcase Gala Dinner
Venue
the Ivy Room, 320 George Street, Sydney
Date
Sunday 10 October
Time
7pm - 11.30pm
Fee
$250
Book
02 9240 3000
Tickets are selling fast to the most glamorous and decadent event on the Crave Sydney International Food Festival calendar, the 10-course Middle Eastern Showcase Gala Dinner, hosted at the Ivy Room Sydney this Sunday 10 October 2010 from 7pm.
Top names in the world of Middle Eastern cuisine, including Melbourne stars Greg Malouf (MoMo) and Ismail Tosun (Gigi Baba) together with the fabulous Yotam Ottolenghi from London's Ottolenghi food stores; Musa Dagdeviren, who owns three celebrated restaurants in Istanbul; and Kamal Mouzawak, who founded the first farmers' market in Beirut - will each create a dish on the night.
The dinner will live up to its name and showcase the best of delicious and exotic Middle Eastern dishes during a sumptuous 10-course banquet paired with matching wines. The Ivy Room provides the perfect, opulent surrounds for the once in a lifetime occasion. So, grab your Middle Eastern cuisine loving husband, wife, friends or family and book your seat before you miss out. Sydney may never see a night like this again.
[4651] Posted: 08/10/2010 10:44
Crave Sydney International Food Festival
Date
Saturday October 2
Book
Cravesydneyfoodfestival.com.au
A seafood barbecue with a difference will be a key highlight of the Crave Sydney International Food Festival, presented by Citibank, as it launches state-wide this weekend.
Along with more than 80 fresh food stalls, selling everything from seasonal fruit and vegetables to poultry, pastries and great coffee, the monthly Sydney Morning Herald Growers' markets at Pyrmont will bring together 10 of Sydney's leading chefs, each presenting his take on sustainable seafood.
The line-up includes: Steve Hodges from Fish Face, Sydney Morning Herald Good Food Guide's Best Seafood Restaurant (cooking Boston Bay mussels). Richard Ptacnik from Otto Ristorante (grilling rainbow trout). Warren Turnbull from Assiette (two hats in the current Good Food Guide) with his misomarinated king salmon. Massimo Mele from Hugo's, searing spectacular grilled octopus. Darren Robertson, former head chef at Tetsuya's, cooking an amazing spanner crab dish.
[4640] Posted: 08/10/2010 10:20
Whoa Tilly's Tea Party
Date
Tues 5 Oct - Sat 9 Oct
Fee
$17.50 or $60 for family
Book
Sydneychildrensfestival.com
You're invited to the party... Whoa Tilly's swinging big band Tea Party! This is the coolest swing jazz cabaret concert in town!
Whoa Tillly's Tea Party stars the luminous Barb Fordham. She has an enormous voice and the beautiful smile, she'll teach you how to make your very own buzzing, humming musical instrument - a Kazoo - out of a straw, a cup, or even your own nose! Armed with your Kazoo, you can sing and dance along to the frisky jazz tunes play by the live band.
[4636] Posted: 08/10/2010 10:14
Crave Sydney International Food Festival
Venue
Star City Ballroom
Date
October 8 - 10th
Book
Cravesydneyfoodfestival.com.au.
Tickets for the Crave Sydney International Food Festival flagship event, the World Chef Showcase are selling fast, as 20 of the world's leading chefs and food personalities prepare to make their way to Sydney for the must-see event presented by Etihad Airways at the exclusive Star City Ballroom on October 8 " 10.
These include cutting-edge international talents such as Wylie Dufresne from New York's wd-50, Paul Cunningham from Copenhagen's The Paul and Mehmet Gurs from Istanbul's Mikla restaurant. The newly-crowned Chef of the Year in the Age Good Food Guide 2011, Attica restaurant head chef and culinary mastermind, Ben Shewry will visit Sydney for the Showcase, part of the Crave Sydney International Food Festival presented by Citibank.
[4628] Posted: 29/09/2010 08:31
Just Dance 2
Venue
The Entertainment Quarter Moore Park
Date
Sunday October 3
Time
from 1pm
Fee
FREE
Just Dance 2 is the red-hot sequel to Just Dance - the massively popular Wii game from Ubisoft - and you can be among the very first in Australia to try it out before it hits stores - at The Entertainment Quarter Moore Park.
On Sunday October 3 from 1pm, dance fans can join radio and TV personality Lizzy Lovette and test run the game, enjoy live entertainment and win prizes. If you think you’ve got the moves, don't miss this opportunity to walk away with $500 cash, or a Nintendo Wii console and a copy of Just Dance 2!
[4626] Posted: 27/09/2010 17:07
Wonderland Fun Park presents Mystique Illusion Spectacular
Fee
All Unlimited ride passes includes entry to the Show $20 Save $9.50
You can ride all day, see the show and enjoy Harbour Town Shopping Centre Shop and Ride!
Bring the family to Wonderland Fun Park this September School Holidays see Mystique Illusion Spectacular featuring world class Illusionist Michael Boyd, his cast of spectacular dancers and Thurston The Duck appearing and disappearing daily. An entertainment extravaganza unlike any other with amazing Illusions such as Levitations, Transportations and new to Australia from Las Vegas, the Chamber of Doom, plus hilarious antics the whole family will love.
Wonderland Fun Park will bring side show alley to Harbour town Docklands with the latest Showbags on sale, family favourite amusement rides including Dodgem Cars, Bungee Jump trampoline, Grand Carousel, The Dragon Flyer, Giant Slide, Tea Cups and more.
Watch the show then ride all day with your Unlimited Ride Pass. Unlimited Ride Passes $29.50 or book a family of 4 fun pass $80 (Save $38).
[4624] Posted: 27/09/2010 11:16
Flicks in the Sticks
Venue
Eumundi Outdoor Cinema, Eumundi Showgrounds, Memorial Dr (Cooroy End)
Time
Gates open from 5pm. Screenings start at 6.30pm.
Book
Flicksinthesticks.org
Flicks in the Sticks will be screening the following movies over the coming weeks: Saturday 25 September - 'Alice in Wonderland' at Noosa Sea Scouts Friday 1 October - '101 Dalmations' at Noosaville Lions Park, Noosa River Saturday 2 October - 'The Incredibles' at Eumundi Showgrounds Friday 15 October - 'The Simpsons Movie' - Dive-In movie at Eumundi Pool Saturday 30 October -'Ghostbusters' - Halloween movie at Eumundi Showgrounds
[4621] Posted: 27/09/2010 11:05
Family Fun Day
Venue
AMF Bowling & M9 Laser Skirmish: Station Streat, Watergardens Town Centre, 399 Melton Highway, Taylors Lakes, VIC, 3038
Date
Sunday 3rd October 2010
Time
9am - 2pm
Fee
$6 bowling games per person and $6 M9 Laser Skirmish battles per person
Book
132 263
Local residents and visitors to Watergardens Town Centre will be bowled over by an action-packed Family Fun Day on Sunday 3 October 2010, to celebrate the grand opening of the brand new AMF Bowling centre and M9 Laser Skirmish arena.
To celebrate the grand opening, visitors will enjoy loads of fun activities from 9am until 2pm, including discounted $6 bowling games per person and $6 M9 Laser Skirmish battles per person, appearances from Nick Jr.'s Dora the Explorer and Go, Diego, Go!, D'Frog from Watergardens and AMF Bowling's very own Tommy Tenpin, live crosses from the FoxFM street team, as well as loads more family entertainment, great prizes and giveaways.
AMF Bowling and M9 Laser Skirmish are an exciting new addition to Watergardens Town Centre. Located above Station Streat, the centre boasts 26 bowling lanes, including glow in the dark bowling and drop down projector screens pumping out all the latest music video clips. The amusement machine area has over 20 of the latest games and the centre has a fully licensed bar and café.
The spectacular new centre is set to become a major entertainment attraction for local residents and visitors to Watergardens Town Centre.
Everyone is invited to come down so don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to celebrate the arrival of AMF Bowling and M9 Laser Skirmish at Watergardens Town Centre.
[4617] Posted: 27/09/2010 10:53
The Headless Horseman Ride Again
Date
Monday 27 September-Saturday 2 October
Time
12pm-2pm
The Headless Horseman, inspired by Tim Burton's Sleepy Hollow, will return to Melbourne these school holidays.
With gothic livery and a mysterious missing head, the Horseman will travel around Melbourne CBD in a magnificent black carriage, offering free rides to city visitors.
[4611] Posted: 24/09/2010 10:58
Live in the Studio: Welcome to Deadwood
Date
Thu 30 Sep 2010
Time
7pm
Violence, sex, wheeling and dealing, and enough f-words to make the toughest ear wince - HBO's TV drama Deadwood, set in the American West, lays it all on the table.
Join the La Trobe Cinema Studies panel of Terrie Waddell, Rolando Caputo and Gabrielle Murray as they explore the show that intertwines historical misfits with 'colourful' fictional characters in a ruthless, lawless town.
[4609] Posted: 24/09/2010 10:57
DEETRON Australian Tour dates
Friday 24th September - MELBOURNE Hardware, Poison Apple & MTC presents Sneakerpeeps at Q Bar. Tickets $25 + bf…for more info & tickets visit Hardwarecorp.com.au.
Friday October 1 2010 - Empire (temporarily located Family's TOP floor),
Saturday October 2 2010 - Glitch, SYDNEY
Sunday October 3 2010 - Democracy Sundays pres Deetron at Geisha Bar PERTH. Buy tickets from Moshtix.com.au, $20.00 + BF pre sale
[4603] Posted: 24/09/2010 10:54
Classic & Wooden Boat Festival
Venue
Australian National Maritime Museum, Darling Harbour
Date
16-17 October
Time
9.30 am to 5 pm
Fee
$18 per adult, $9 per child or $40 for a family
Book
(02) 9298 3777 or visit Anmm.gov.au/cwbf .
Highlights of the program will include: -Tall ships forum " where you can meet the masters of the four tall ships at the festival and hear what it's like to sail on them -Children’s arts and crafts themed around Sindbad the Sailor -Traditional maritime tool display and expert demonstrations of blacksmithing, ropework, caulking and sail making -The exciting Quick and Dirty Boat Building Competition -Heritage talks and presentations -The famous, hotly contested Deckhand Line-throwing Contest -Heritage vessel rides on Cockle Bay -Giant model boat and marine artists displays -Festive marketplace for all things nautical plus food stalls and live music -On-site specialist advice with experts to answer all your boating questions.
[4590] Posted: 24/09/2010 10:26
October School Holidays at Mounties
Venue
Mounties NSW
Date
28 September - 10 October
Kids Cooking Class Tuesday 28th of September, Wednesday 29th of September, 5th of October 10am-11:30am $15
Kidz MovieL Nanny McPhee and the Big Bang Tuesday 28th of September 11am Free
Kidz Movie: The Spy Next Door Tuesday 5th of October 11am Free
Kidz Wrestling Show Wednesday 29th of September and 6th of October 11am Free
Nick Jr Presents Lah-Lah's Adventures Thursday 30th of September 11am $5 children, $7 adults
Kids Fancy Dress Karaoke Disco Friday 1st of October and Thursday 7th of October 11am Free
The Next Step Do It On The Dance Floor Thursday 7th of October 7pm $20
Dorothy the Dinosaur's Travelling Show Sunday 10th of October 10am $18
[4587] Posted: 23/09/2010 10:48
Parramatta Chalk Festival
Venue
Church Street Parramatta
Date
Thursday 7th through to Sunday 10th October
Book
Chalkurbanart.com
This year's Chalk Urban Art Festival, held in Church Street Parramatta from Thursday 7th through to Sunday 10th October, is shaping up to be another exciting event with an impressive line up of local and international artists confirmed and a full host of activities to keep all ages entertained over the school holiday period.
The four day festival, which is the largest of its type in the Southern Hemisphere, will feature a pavement art competition for artists from all over Australia, a mini chalk competition for the general public and interactive school holiday workshops.
Artists to showcase their talents at the festival include international guest artist Bernardo von Hessberg from Italy; Glenwood Illustrator and experienced Courtroom Sketch Artist Ala Paredes; Wallsend body painter Brendon Ussher; Wahroonga 3D animation specialist David Towey; Melbourne scenic artist and puppeteer Joe Blanck; Slovakian born artist Renata Cooper and Indian arts teacher Vishwanath Panchal.
