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Welcome to this week's Melbourne events, exhibitions, sports and community guide for Tuesday to Monday, April 5 to 11.

This week... the School Holidays get under way and, as promised, we have our regular guide with a great range of happenings and goings on to keep the children happy. Things are off to a swinging start already with the Peninsula Easter Egg Hunt getting the hop on that big chocolatey celebration.

There's also the Indian Vaisakhi Festival taking place at Sandown, and let me tell you, it was an egg-hunt and a half to find enough information (and the correctly spelt title) to fill the humble paragraph you'll find here. Every now and then, an event comes along that's as sparse on details as a toddler trying to explain how a lamp was broken while you left the room.

As it turns out, the festival itself is a celebration of harvest and New Year, as celebrated in India. The celebration also entails a curious game named Kabbadi, which seems like an odd mix of British Bulldog, Tag and Snorkelling too, I'd wager. Competitors have to hold their breath for a considerable time while playing, and how they referee such a thing, I'll never know. If it were up to me, I'd tape little streamers below the nostrils just to avoid any dubious shenanigans.

Anyhoo, along with whatever information I could gather I also managed to come across what seemed like a suitable symbol for the Indian Vaisakhi Festival, but as I said, it was like pulling teeth, so apologies to any Indian readers if I've gotten the symbol wrong and it means, Do Not Iron.

School Holiday Guide

Check out our School Holiday Guide for all the latest on what to do with the kids during the Autumn and Easter Holidays running from April 9 to 26. The holiday guide offers some of the best things to do over the holiday period for the young and young at heart, with events, tours and holiday care programs.. all in marvelous Melbourne!
View School Holiday Guide


Peninsula Easter Egg Hunt, an inaugural event held at Mornington Racecourse, is an Eggs-travaganza. With plenty to do for the whole family, including an enormous Easter Egg Hunt with more than 500,000 eggs to be found, the day includes live music, character shows, craft activities, rides and much more.
When: Saturday April 9 - 10am to 4pm


The Jungle Book: The Next Chapter, a new musical held at Melbourne's Athenaeum Theatre, continues the magical charm of Rudyard Kipling's tale as Mowgli, now much older, returns from the city revisit his animal mentors in to the jungle, inspiring Baloo's dreams of returning with him to the city to become a Bear Star.
When: April 9 to 23


Melbourne Playgrounds is an online guide to thousands of Melbourne activities and playgrounds for the entire family. With extensive information about play centres, playgrounds, sports parks and more, you'll also find many free activities to entertain the kids over the holidays.
More about Melbourne Playgrounds
"200 Things for Families and Kids to do in Melbourne"

Major Events

Indian Vaisakhi Festival, held at Sandown Racecourse, celebrates the ancient harvest festival of India's Punjab region with a day of family-friendly entertainment that includes Bhangra and Giddha performances, Bollywood Dancing, rides, food and a match of Kabbadi, one of India's primary sports.
When: Sunday April 10 - Midday to 8pm


Melbourne Leather Pride, one of the biggest and most anticipated events on Melbourne's queer calendar, is an adult only festival that offers a program for the more robust and adventurous of Melbourne's gay community with visual arts and literary events, workshops, seminars and adult party nights at various venues.
When: April 8 to 26


Steam to Surf, the theme of this year's National Trust Heritage Festival, offers a vibrant and diverse celebration of Victoria's rich history, be it natural, cultural or indigenous. With special events held across Victoria, the program features numerous activities associated with water, steam and surf.
When: April 8 to May 8


Melbourne International Comedy Festival returns with a great program of performances by some of the best and newest entertainers from Australia and overseas. With shows for people of all ages held at various venues in Melbourne, the festival offers comedy, circus, burlesque theatre and more.
When: March 30 to April 24


Castlemaine State Festival is a biennial event that features a program for young and old of live theatre and performances of classical and contemporary music, held in Castlemaine's historic theatres and halls as well as in unique venues including mines, churches, parklands and public sites.
When: April 1 to 10

Film Festivals

Audi Festival of German Films is an eclectic and versatile mix of German films screening at Melbourne's Kino Cinemas and Palace Cinema Como in South Yarra. This year's festival features an exciting focus on documentaries and includes guest directors, Wim Wenders and Alexander Fehling for special screenings.
When: April 7 to 18


Bendigo Queer Film Festival, offers a program that showcases high quality Australian and International short and feature length films, celebrating the male and female gay community. With a range of special screenings, the festival also includes a queercentric art exhibition at La Trobe Visual arts Centre.
When: Friday & Saturday, April 8 & 9

Music & Arts Festivals

PAVE Festival, held annually in the township of Emerald in the scenic Dandenong Ranges, offers a program that celebrates music and arts with free and low priced events for people of all ages. With concerts, art exhibitions, live theatre and more, a highlight is the Emerald Funfest held at at Puffing Billy Station.
When: April 6 to 10
Emerald Funfest: Sunday April 10


Melbourne Latin Festival, held at Darebin Arts and Entertainment Centre in Preston, offers an exciting and entertainment filled weekend. This year's theme of 'The Lights of Broadway' features 3 nights of parties, 2 days of workshops, 150 dancers, 50 workshops with salsa lessons and more and 60 hours of fun.
When: Friday to Sunday, April 8 to 10


Sounds Loud Festival, held at Queens Park in Moonee Ponds, is a free all-ages event that provides the chance for young people to enjoy quality live music in a safe, supervised and alcohol-free environment. Held across two stages, performers include Muscles, Dialectrix, The Melodics, Numbers Radio and other guests.
When: Saturday April 9 - 11am to 7pm


Apollo Bay Music Festival, one of Victoria's most celebrated music events, offers a wonderfully diverse mix of music and artists with a program that also features special events, market stalls, roving entertainers and workshops. Headlining acts this year include Washington, Tango Mundo, Stonefield and Angie Hart.
When: Friday to Sunday, April 8 to 10


St Kilda Busking Festival offers a fantastic look at the colourful entertainment that's on offer from Melbourne's best hidden artists. With fun performances held on Sundays between 1pm and 4 pm, the free entertainment offers colourful, bizarre and hilarious entertainment for the whole family.
When: Sundays, April 3 to 17 - Fitzroy Street, St Kilda


Herring Island Summer Arts Festival offers special exhibitions every weekend at the Herring Island Environmental Sculpture Park in Toorak. Accessible by boat with a punt service, the arts festival includes special artists demonstrations, talks, workshops, activities and more.
When: January 15 to April 26 - Weekends

Upcoming Events

Redox Jewellery Market is a unique concept; showcasing the work of talented Victorian jewellery and metal artists who work with a range of contemporary materials. Located in Geelong, all sculpture and jewellery is designed and handcrafted by the artist to produce both high quality and distinctive pieces.
When: Sunday April 24 - 10am to 4pm


Mother's Day Lunch with Denis Walter, held at Ringwood East's Karralyka Centre, continues the venues of presenting a special concert for Mother's Day. With first class singing from Denis Walter, backed David Cameron and his trio, the event includes a scrumptious two-course lunch prepared by the Karralyka Chefs.
When: Sunday May 8 - 12.30pm


MBA & Postgrad Expo, held at Melbourne Town Hall, is the most comprehensive gathering of institutions that offer postgrad courses under one roof. Free to attend, the expo provides assistance with postgraduate study and with courses such as project management, marketing, finance, sciences and more.
When: September 20 - Midday to 7pm

Special Offers

Min Zaman Restaurant offers the finest Middle Eastern Cuisine in the heart of Carlton's Lygon Street. Famous for their Falafel Entree, Mixed Healthy Dips, Special Lebanese Mixed Grill and Kebab Platter, they currently have a special offer where you can buy any "Main Meal", and get another "Main Meal"FREE!
Offer Available Sunday to Thursday Until September 15


Easter Weekend is just a few bunny hops away, so keep those floppy ears to the ground and make sure that you're in the know when it comes to the tastiest bargains around. Kmart have a great range of goodies on offer, and there's no need to head to the mailbox with their catalogues available online.
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D-MACK'S Hoopdreams Basketball Clinic

D-MACK'S Hoopdreams Basketball Clinic is a chance for boys and girls aged 6 to 16 to gain first-hand tips from ex-Melbourne Tiger now Coach and NBL sporting legend, Darryl "D-Mack"McDonald. Held during school holidays, the clinics include lessons in Ball Handling, Shooting, Passing and Defence.
When: April 13 & 14
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Exhibitions - Art | Festival | Show

Karel Martens, artistic director of OASE, Journal for Architecture, will be the focus of an exhibition at Caulfield's Monash University. Recently celebrating its 25th year, the success of OASE as a now International publication is in part due to Martens refined graphic statement and experimental typography.
When: April 6 to 21 - Closed Sundays
Opening Night: Wednesday April 6 - 5pm to 7pm
Artist Talk: April 12, 6:30pm - Bookings Essential


Tutankhamun, presented by Melbourne Museum, will for the first time in Australia's history see this record-breaking exhibition visit Melbourne for its only Australian stop before the Egyptian treasures, which include Tutankhamun's golden canopic coffinette, are returned to their home in Cairo.
When: Opens April 8 | Book Tickets


Volley Well Worn, a special presentation held at Federation Square's Fracture Gallery, offers a nostalgic retrospective of an Australian fashion icon, the Volley shoe. Collected online from people around Australia, the exhibition showcases the best 30 vintage Volleys and the personal stories behind them.
When: Tuesday to Sunday, April 5 to 10


Andrea Higgins and Elizabeth Dobrilla will be exhibiting at St Kilda's Obscura Gallery with Higgins' series, Memento Mori, investigating aspects of family heritage through two series of archival photogram images. Dobrilla's works explore the unique perception of symbols and icons she developed whilst in Japan.
When: Until April 25 - Wednesdays to Sundays


Creativity Unlocked, held at Hawthorn Town Hall Gallery, is an exhibition organised by the Victorian Branch of the Mosaic Association of Australia and New Zealand. Mosaic artists were invited to submit works based on the challenging theme of including a lock and a key, creating thought provoking pieces.
When: Until May 1


Melbourne Cityscapes, presented at Michaels Photographic Gallery in Elizabeth Street, showcases a unique perspective of Melbourne as seen through the lens of Joshua Papp. New Zealand born, Papp uses a range of cameras and techniques to capture the streets, historic arcades and hidden laneways of Melbourne.
When: Until May 2


New York Found, an exhibition held at Carlton's Steps Gallery, features new works by Marco Luccio, known for his striking cityscapes. Based on the unusual and fascinating artefacts from the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Luccio's new work delves beyond New York City's hallmark monumental architecture.
When: April 2 to May 1 - Closed Mondays
Free Artist Talk: Sunday April 17 - Bookings Required


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Expos, Launches & Open Days

Baby & Toddler Show, held at the Royal Exhibition Building, offers a fabulous program of attraction for parents-to-be and parents, along with their little ones. A shopping extravaganza with 200 of the latest must-have brands, there's also amazing children's entertainment and fantastic "Show Only"offers available.
When: Friday to Sunday, April 8 to 10


Supanova Pop Culture Expo brings together fans of sci-fi, anime, fantasy, comics and gaming with the celebrities and creative talent behind their imaginary worlds. Held at Melbourne Showgrounds, the expo features interactive attractions like Cosplay, collectable card game tournaments, film screenings and more.
When: Saturday & Sunday, April 9 & 10
Preview Night: Friday April 8 - Doors Open 5.30pm


Blooms Bridal Expo, held at Bella Vista Receptions in Tullamarine, showcases the many services of the very best offered by wedding professionals from across the western region. With fashion shows, live entertainment, floral displays and door prizes every hour, there will also be an outdoor ceremony display.
When: Saturday April 9 - 10am to 3pm


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Performances & Theatre

Breast Wishes, appearing in Geelong, is an uplifting new Australian musical about life, love, family and silicon, held in support of the National Breast Cancer Foundation. Four women, a fumbling boyfriend, a well meaning husband and a bra-fitter who's seen it all present a heart-warming journey of laughter and triumph.
When: Wednesday to Saturday, April 6 to 9


In The Next Room or the vibrator play, performed by Melbourne Theatre Company in Southbank, is Sarah Ruhl's comedy about a doctor's modern method for treating hysteria and the intrigue it raises with his wife when she realises the sexual benefits that come with the treatment might do well for women in general.
When: April 7 to May 21 - Mondays to Saturdays


Secret Bridesmaids' Business is an engaging play that takes a humorous look at some serious pre-wedding issues including truth, denial, sex, love and friendship. Written by Elizabeth Coleman who created the ABC hit, SeaChange, performances are held at the Mechanics Institute Performing Arts Centre in Brunswick.
When: Thursday to Saturday, April 7 to 9


Marriage of Figaro, presented by Co-Opera with a performance held in Sale, is a sparkling production of Mozart's classic comedy, offering a feast for the ears and eyes. With an instrumental ensemble and beautifully period wardrobe, Co-Opera's comic production is utterly respectful to its performance tradition.
When: Wednesday April 6


I Do Not Like Thee Dr Fell, presented by Geelong Repertory Theatre Company, is Irish Playwright, Bernard Farrell's parody of American group psychotherapy. Written in 1979, long before the likes of Dr Phil, the play follows an encounter group's journey of self-discovery through honest confrontation and group hugs.
When: April 8 to 30 - Various Dates


Delectable Shelter, presented by the award winning Theatre Company, The Hayloft Project, is a black comedy that casts a satirical eye on the prejudices of Western culture when five survivors try to plan a utopian society sharing a bunker. A darkly grotesque comedy, it's held at Theatre Works in St Kilda.
When: March 31 to April 17 - Tuesdays to Sundays


Howie The Rookie, Mark O'Rowe's modern Irish classic, will be performed at St Kilda's Red Stitch Actors Theatre. First staged in 2002 and nominated for a slew of awards, original director Greg Carroll returns to present the tale of two fast moving nights seen through the eyes of young, hormonally hyped men.
When: Until April 16 - Wednesdays to Sundays


ROCK OF AGES, held at Melbourne's Comedy Theatre, is a hilarious, feel-good love story set in 1987 when a small-town girl meets a big-city dreamer in L.A.'s most legendary rock club. Told through music of the era, the comedy includes hits such as 'Don't Stop Believin', 'The Final Countdown' and other classics.
When: March 22 to June 30 | Book Now


Xanadu The Musical, the surprise Broadway hit, will be staged in 'The Grand Xanadu Marquee', a purpose-built venue in Docklands. With the lead role of Kira played by Melbourne's own rising star Christie Whelan, the quirky, hilarious roller skating, musical adventure features the original hit score.
When: March 3 to April 10 | Book Now


Apologia, performed by Melbourne Theatre Company at the Arts Centre, is a sharply witty play by up and coming British writer Alexi Kaye Campbell. With a new slant on the theme of family reunions, the plot surrounds a successful art historian's autobiography and the children she failed to mention.
When: February 18 to April 9


Hairspray, the ultimate feel good musical based on the cult movie by John Waters, will hit the stage in Melbourne at the Princess Theatre. Set in the USA town of 1960s Baltimore, the production follows the life of Tracy Turnblad, a big girl with big hair and an even bigger passion to dance.
When: Until May 1 | Book Now

Classical, Choral & Recitals

ACO2, the Australian Chamber Orchestra's regional touring Orchestra combines ACO core players with upcoming talented young Australian musicians. Creating a combined ensemble with a fresh, energetic performance style, their concert season features Guest Director and Lead Violin Lara St John from Canada.
Horsham: Tuesday April 5 - 7.30pm
Castlemaine: Wednesday April 6 - 8pm
Mildura: Thursday April 7 - 8pm
Melbourne: Wednesday April 13 - 8pm


Metropolis - The Venetian Republic, held at Melbourne Recital Centre, is a special presentation by La Compañia, Australia's premiere Renaissance instrument ensemble. The concert features a program a program of frottole, madrigals and villanelle, with music by Marchetto Cara, Nicola Vincentino and others.
When: Wednesday April 6 - 6pm


Easter Reflections, presented at East Melbourne's German Lutheran Trinity Church, is a concert by Anthony Halliday on organ and Ariel Valent on vibraphone. With music by Bach, Handel and Beethoven, the duo will also perform their own contemporary compositions in what will be a contemplative concert.
When: Wednesday April 6 - 7pm

Burlesque, Cabaret & Dance

Ali McGregors Late-Night Variety-Nite Night, held at The Famous Spiegeltent currently at the Arts Centre, celebrates its fifth year in the venue it was made for as Ali McGregor hosts a variety of comedians, cabaret, burlesque and specialty acts alongside her long-suffering butler Saxon MacAlistair.
When: Until April 23


The Spectacular Cabaret Showboat, a performance held upon the Melbourne Showboat, MV Lady Cutler, offers a great night out with entertainment that features the extravagant cabaret show including glamorous and gorgeous showgirls, an International Singer, a magician and fantastic food.
When: Friday April 8


Riverdance will be performing at Melbourne's Regent Theatre for a strictly limited season as part of their Farewell Tour in Australia. Since its inception in 1994, the celebration of Irish music and dance has captivated audiences worldwide, making it one of the most successful dance productions ever.
When: March 30 to April 10 | Book Now


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Entertainment & Nightlife

Luka Bloom, an Irish troubadour with a devoted fan base in Australia due to his incredibly gifted electro-acoustic guitar playing, will be performing at St Kilda's National Theatre. Performing his own original, poetic and melodic songs, Luka will also play a surprisingly eclectic selection of other people's work.
When: Thursday April 5 - 8pm


The Holidays and Strange Talk will be performing on the main stage of Federation Square. Held as part of Fed Square Live, a series of free performances, The Holidays, who've just recently returned from a US tour, won The Age Readers Choice Best Album last year for their album, Post Paradise.
When: Thursday April 7 - 6pm to 7:30pm


Cyndi Lauper will be appearing in Melbourne with performances held at St Kilda's Palais Theatre. Well known for iconic hits such as Girls Just Wanna Have Fun and True Colors, Cyndi Lauper has recently released a new album, Memphis Blues, a collection of blues covers, which rose to the top of blues charts.
When: Friday & Saturday, April 8 & 9


David Campbell, performing as part of his Broadway and Beyond tour, will be appearing at Palms at Crown. With tracks from his collection of Top Ten albums, including the most recent On Broadway, with songs such as Bring Him Home, You'll Never Walk Alone, Shout, Good Lovin and She's My Baby.
When: Friday & Saturday, April 8 & 9


Jimmy Eat World, following their recent show, which sold out in record time, will hold their final Melbourne performance at appearing at Toorak's Trak Live Lounge Bar. With high energy live performances, joining the American alternative rockers will be Sydney based duo The Jewel And The Falcon.
When: Sunday April 10


Rosario De Marco, a guitarist and composer who is renowned throughout Italy for his arrangements of Neapolitan and popular music, will be performing at Is It Cafe in Prahran. Drawing on different inspirations, his own personal and highly melodious style has earned him an ever growing number of fans.
When: Sunday April 10 - 3pm to 5pm


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Comedy & Magic

The Big HOO-HAA! a successful show that began in Perth and helped launch the careers of the likes of Tim Minchin and Claire Hooper, returns for the Melbourne International Comedy Festival at the Order of Melbourne in Swanston Street with its unique brand of improvised comedy and manic satire.
When: March 30 to April 23


The Very Big Laugh Out, presented as part of the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, is a free series of events that run from City Square to Federation Square and along the Yarra Precinct, bringing the streets alive with a string of local and international acts and even a flash mob of free workshops.
When: March 31 to April 24


Late Night Impro, held at Melbourne Town Hall, promises a mix of danger and high-energy as Impro Melbourne introduce some hilarious new games as well as old favourites with their seasoned cast joined by special guests from interstate and overseas bringing chaotic and unscripted comedy to the stage.
When: Until April 16 - Thursdays to Saturdays


Mark Watson, author, commentator, Australia-phile and one of Britain's most successful stand-ups, returns for the Melbourne International Comedy Festival with his most personal and critically acclaimed show to date, casting modern social snarls with the aid of an unusually verbose PowerPoint screen.
When: March 31 to April 24 (Except Mondays)


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Cinema

Egypt 3D: Secrets of the Mummies, screening at IMAX Cinema, explores the mysterious world of ancient Egypt. Offering a taste of the wonders held in the upcoming exhibition, Tutankhamun and the Golden Age of the Pharaohs, the film re-enacts the discovery of a cache of forty mummies.
When: Various Dates & Times
Tutankhamun Exhibition - Opens April - Book Tickets


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Melbourne For Kids

Family Fun Day at Olympic Ice Skating Centre, held in Elsternwick, offers a fun and entertaining day for the whole family. Perfect for those wanting to try Ice Skating, the day includes demonstrations in Figure Skating, Speed Skating and Hockey Shoot Outs with prizes along with games, show bags and more.
When: Sunday April 10


Monty and Melville, held at Theatre Works in St Kilda, is fabulous show about Guide Dog Puppies, created especially for primary school-age children. With shadow puppets and talented performers, the entertaining and educational show includes a Q&A period for kids to learn more about Guide Dogs and their training.
When: April 9 to 16 - Except Sundays


Wild Things: Animals on Stage, an exciting new exhibition especially for kids and families at the Arts Centre, brings together an unruly menagerie of animals drawn from the wild and woolly world of our most famous animal 'actors', from Alice's mock turtle to Ossie Ostrich, Gulliver's Eagle and Sir Lancelot's horse.
When: Until June 5


Dinosaurs Alive! is an exciting, new interactive exhibition that will be held at Waterfront City Piazza in Docklands. Featuring life-like robotic moving dinosaurs who ruled the earth for more than 160 million years, the exhibition is set in a spectacular 1,200 square metre indoor forest-themed area.
When: March 12 to May 8

Circus

Perry Bros Circus, Australia's oldest circus, will be appearing in Rowville, offering quality entertainment to please the entire family. With wirewalkers, Jugglers, Whip crackers, balancing acts and more the circus also features performing ponies and camels along with their very funny clowns.
When: Until April 17 - Rowville


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Wining & Dining

Victorian Wine Showcase, held monthly at the Atrium of Federation Square, allows visitors to taste wines from regional Victorian Wineries and meet with winemakers. With many wines also available to buy at each event, this month will showcase wines from wines from the Pyrenees and Grampians regions.
When: Wednesday & Thursday, April 6 & 7

Markets, Fetes and Fairs

Blackbird Market, held each month at the trendy Worker's Club on Fitzroy's Brunswick Street, features the work of up and coming designers with contemporary fashion and jewellery and vintage clothing. A vibrant event, it also features live music, artist installations and a delicious food and drink menu.
When: Saturday April 9


Children's Market Bendigo, held at Bendigo's RSL, features over 60 stalls full of new and second hand items and handmade goods especially for babies and children. Raising funds for the Good Friday Appeal, there'll also be children's rides, face painting, a sausage sizzle, craft activities and roving characters.
When: Saturday April 9 - 9am to 3pm - $2 Entry

Melbourne Market Guide

View MARKETS calendar to make the most of the rare sunny days (it's a coin toss, isn't it!) and head to one of Melbourne's many excellent markets for a bargain!

A growing number of food, produce and even wine markets are springing up around the suburbs.

• Fetes Fairs & Shows


• Art & Craft Markets


• Food & Produce Markets


• Swap Meets


• Garage Sales

Sporting Events

AFL Premiership

AFL Premiership | Round 3
Collingwood vs Carlton - April 8 - MCG
Bulldogs vs Gold Coast Suns - April 9 - Marvel Stadium
Richmond vs Hawthorn - April 9 - MCG
Melbourne vs Brisbane Lions - April 10 - MCG
Geelong vs Port Adelaide - April 10 - Skilled Stadium
St Kilda vs Essendon - April 10 - Marvel Stadium

Rugby

NRL Premiership | Round 5

Melbourne Storm Home Game
Melbourne Storm vs Parramatta Eels
Sunday April 10 - 2pm
AAMI Park

Netball | ANZ Championships

ANZ Championships | Round 9

Melbourne Vixens v Adelaide Thunderbirds

Sunday April 10 - 2:20pm
Hisense Arena, Melbourne

Ice Hockey

World Ice Hockey Championships, hosted by the International Ice Hockey Federation, will see participants from Australia, Serbia, Belgium, New Zealand, Mexico and DPR Korea competing in the Group A Division.
April 4 to 10
Medibank Icehouse, Docklands

Horse Racing

Yarra Valley Racing, located at Yarra Glen, offers a great day out with the finest in racing entertainment along with great venues with regional food and wine.

Next Race Date
Harness Racing - Friday April 8


Shadwell Stud Race Day, held at Caulfield Racecourse, offers a great day of racing action and entertainment for the family. With a Purebred Arabian Race taking place on the day, there will also be a special presentation of Arab cultural and food displays on offer, located on the front lawn.
When: Saturday April 9

Community & Fitness Events

Run the Rock, staged on the historic racecourse within the Hanging Rock Recreation Reserve. Offering the perfect quick escape from the hustle and bustle of the city, the event offers a picturesque 5km run or walk and 10km run.
Saturday April 9
9.30am - 5km run/walk | 10am - 5km run


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An accomplished Melbourne artist, since 1949 French has held over 40 solo exhibitions in Australia and was honoured with an OBE in 1969.

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