Newsletter | #226 | What's On this Week Newsletter | #226 | What's On this Week

Welcome to this week's Melbourne events, exhibitions, sports and community guide for Tuesday to Monday, May 3 to 9, 2013.

This week... it's that time of year again when Melburnians can shake off some of their guilt and earn some brownie points with the powers that be during Fair Trade Fortnight, supporting ethically made products with events, tours and the upcoming festival day in Federation Square.

Outside of Melbourne, everything old is new this week, with recent additions to the festival calendar celebrating times and traditions gone by. Ballarat Heritage Weekend celebrates the history of Australia's oldest main hub with a great weekend of activities, while in Stratford, the Shakespeare on the River Festival honours one of the most revered wordsmiths in history, William Shakespeare. He's back in the charts, and rightly so, now that all that Dan Brown hype has long passed.

It's also Mother's Day this Sunday, when we honour those special, lovely ladies who do so much for our children and ourselves day to day, not to mention the family as a whole. So be sure to check out our Gift Guide and treat those who deserve it to something nice. That's not so much a marketing ploy as a heartfelt realisation, having recently acted like an ass and needed to make good. Folding washing more often in my own awkward origami fashion was a start.

It's quite easy at times to overlook how much there is on a mother's plate, as there are so many small things they do that hold so much else together. Truly, so many mothers out there are the glue that binds, while men like me are more often like Blu-Tack. And not the good kind either... more like the kind that has hair stuck to it or maybe a stale corn-flake.

So it's here that I'll tip my hat to my own lovely mother who put up with no end of shenanigans from me as a teen, my gorgeous partner who brought the smile back to my own son's face, and to all other mother's out there who make the world go round.

I hope you all have a very lovely Mother's Day.

Mother's Day

Mother's Day Gift Guide | May 8th - Mother's Day is almost here now, so be sure to get a great gift for Mum! If you haven't bought a gift or planned something special for your mother yet then why not try some of our ideas for a perfect Mother's Day this year to show her you care.
Sunday May 8 | Visit Here For Mother's Day Gift Ideas


ABC Shop offers some great ideas for Mother's Day gifts this year with some of the best-loved programs from the ABC available on DVD. Along with books, CDs and much more on sale right now, any purchases made before Mother's Day go into the draw for a fantastic Pamper Hamper for Mum!
Find Mother's Day Gifts with the ABC Shop


Love Never Dies brings the phenomenal musical hit to Melbourne with performances at the Regent Theatre. Continuing Andrew Lloyd Webber's greatest love story, The Phantom of the Opera, the musical extravaganza follows on ten years after the Phantom's disappearance and his new life in New York.
May 29 to August 8 - Get Tickets Today


Fruit Only offers a wide selection of beautifully presented boxed gift hampers of Australian premium quality fruit, many of which include chocolates and wine. Delivering throughout Australia, Fruit Only delivers the best fruit Australia has to offer - ideal for those long-distance gifts as a surprise for Mother's Day!
Find Mother's Day Gift with Fruit Only


Petals Network can help you make Mother's Day special with flowers that can be sent to anywhere in the world, offering quality flowers and gifts in over 70 countries, delivered fresh with over 1000 florists Australia wide also, so you can make Mum happy no matter where she is!
Send Flowers for Mother's Day

Major Events

Fair Trade Fortnight highlights the plight of disadvantaged workers overseas with a range of events that showcase ethically produced goods including chocolate, coffee and clothing. With exhibitions, shopping tours and more, a highlight of the program is the Fair Trade Festival held at Queen Victoria Market.
When: May 7 to 22
Fair Trade Festival: Sunday May 22 - 10am to 4pm


Ballarat Heritage Weekend is a chance to celebrate the past and present of what Australia's oldest regional city offers with its beautiful architecture, heritage listed homes, gardens, culture and history. With events held throughout Ballarat, most activities are free while some are entry by gold coin donation.
When: Saturday & Sunday, May 7 & 8


Shakespeare on the River Festival celebrates William Shakespeare's birthday with an extensive program of events in Stratford. With theatre, musical performances, story telling, workshops and more, highlights of the festival include a special banquet and the Faire Day and Market held at Stratford's Village Green.
When: May 6 to 15


Bright Autumn Festival celebrates two weeks of Autumn's vibrant colours and produce in the valleys of the Victorian High Country with special events held in the township of Bright. Highlights of the festival include Open Gardens, farm and winery tours, evening entertainment and a Gala Day with bands, stalls and more.
When: April 30 to May 11
Festival Gala Day: Saturday May 7


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

Music & Arts Festivals

South Eastern Arts Festival, held at the main venue of St Margaret's School in Berwick, is an annual festival-eisteddfod of music performances with sections including piano, vocal, choral, world music and more. The festival also features an exhibition of drawing, painting, photography, sculpture, installation and other media.
When: Until May 22


Melbourne Jazz Fringe Festival, held at various venues, features some of Australia's most celebrated improvisers in an inspiring program of creative and ground-breaking music making. Held at various venues including Federation Square, the program features more than 80 of Australia's most celebrated musical improvisers.
When: April 29 to May 8


Creative Gippsland is a month-long celebration held throughout May that showcases hundreds of events in Gippsland and its neighbouring shires. Highlighting the diverse talent within the area, the program features events that cater to many tastes with exhibitions, workshops, performances and tours.
When: May 1 to 31


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 24 to May 8 - St Kilda Sea Baths

Special Offers

$10 Laser Tag Weekend @ Tech Assault in Thornbury launches their 'Stop playing with yourself' campaign with a big discount on Laser Tag sessions. Suitable for children aged 10 and up, along with adults looking for a thrill, the promotional weekend also includes free use of the Nintendo wii and Xbox consoles.
When: Saturday & Sunday, May 7 & 8 - Bookings Recommended


Carlton & United Brewery Tour offers a fun and interactive behind the scenes tour of Australia's iconic and famous brewery and home of your favourite beers including VB, Carlton Draught, Foster's, Pure Blonde and more. The tour includes a complimentary tasting and specials on CUB souvenirs and merchandise.
When: Tour Operates Weekdays


Bendigo Bank's Generation Green - Bendigo Bank and Carbon Down are joining forces to encourage environmental sustainability initiatives in Victorian businesses and organisations, and with many ways to save energy you can tell them what your organisation has done to save energy and win $10,000 to lower energy use even further!
Learn More about Bendigo Bank's Generation Green

Exhibitions - Art | Festival | Show

Amanda Hyatt, an inventive and talented watercolourist and oil painter, will be holding an exhibition at Jenny Pihan Fine Art in Hampton as part of the launch of her new DVD on watercolour painting. With much acclaim for her work over the past 20 years, Amanda Hyatt diligently pushes the envelope of her craft.
When: May 7 to 15
Opening Night & Launch: Saturday May 7 - 11am
Artist Demonstration: Sunday May 8 - 11am Onwards


Slave Pianos, Punkasila & Pipeline to Oblivion, held at Caulfield's Monash University, are three projects presented by Danius Kesminas, brainchild of some of Australia's most ambitious contemporary art projects, and collaborators who've combined art, music, performance, video, publishing, agit-prop and opera.
When: May 5 to July 23 - Tuesdays to Saturdays
Art & Design Forum: Wednesday May 4, 12.30pm
Punkasila Live @ Ding Dong Lounge: Thursday May 5
Punkasila Forum: Tuesday May 17


Current 10: DUEL, held at the Roslyn Smorgon Gallery of Footscray Community Arts Centre, examines the duel nature of the gap found between objects, situations and their representation. The works by six emerging artists explore innovative practice in photography, video, drawing, sculptural installation and other media.
When: May 6 to June 26
Opening Night: Thursday May 5 - 6pm


Aut(o)ptics(o)ma is an exhibition of digital prints by Julie Clarke. On show at the Printroom Gallery of The University of Melbourne, the series of recent works explore themes of identity and the female body and the topics of surveillance and autopsy, dehumanization, fragmentation and the post human.
When: Until May 18 - Weekdays, 10am to 5pm


Emily Veale will be holding a solo exhibition at The Owl and Pussycat Gallery in Richmond. With the belief that the 'dark moments' of our personalities are there to give to give the soul dimension, Emily Veale uses the juxtaposition of careful, detailed pencil drawing with abstract watercolour to explore these emotions.
When: May 1 to 7


Toorak Village Sculpture Exhibition, held along both the sidewalks and shop windows of Toorak Village, is a unique arts event that attracts works from a diverse range of sculptors. Now in its 10th year, this year the event will showcase 99 sculptures ranging from interior designs to large outdoor pieces.
When: May 1 to 31


Intangible Architecture, showing at RMIT Gallery in Swanston Street, is an exhibition by Munich-based Sydney architect and artist, Ainslie Murray. The featured works on display offer a new way of understanding architectural space and the way we move in it, relying on absence over presence.
When: Until May 28


My People, Culture and Country, presented at Melbourne Museum's Bunjilaka Aboriginal Cultural Centre, explores themes of people, place and culture through objects, artworks, photographs and documents drawn from the museum collection and selected by seven Koorie students from the Hume Region.
When: Until June 25


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: Until November 6 | Book Tickets


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Expos, Launches, Open Days & Lectures

The Internet Show, held at the Melbourne Conference and Exhibition Centre, offers a series of seminars and special displays that showcase what the internet can offer for small to large businesses. With the latest technology and internet solutions, the expo covers marketing, digital advertising, social media and more.
When: Wednesday & Thursday, May 4 & 5


Australian Antiques & Art Show, held at Carlton's Royal Exhibition Building, offers for sale the finest and most diverse range of fine art and antiques in one place, at one time, in Victoria. The event is fully vetted for authenticity and backed by the reputation of Australia's finest antique and art dealers.
When: Thursday to Sunday, May 5 to 8


Melbourne Knife Show, held at Melbourne's International Hotel Ibis, is a presentation by the Australian Knifemakers Guild to share the history, art and romance of knife making. Visitors will be able to view and purchase some of the best handmade knives by Australian makers with items ranging from field grade to collectables.
When: Saturday & Sunday, May 7 & 8


Indigo Bey Open Day showcases the services of Mitcham's holistic centre with therapists offering mini meditations throughout the day along with massages and readings available to visitors. Aimed at mentoring and supporting new and emerging therapists, the centre will also hold music, storytelling and kids' activities.
When: Friday May 6


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Performances & Theatre

Le Medecin Volant & La Jalousie du Barbouille are presented as a double bill by Melbourne French Theatre, now celebrating its 34th year. With performances held at Collingwood College, the two hilarious classical comedies by 17th century French playwright Molière will be performed in French with English subtitles.
When: Tuesday to Saturday, May 3 to 7


The Tempest, presented by the creative team that produced The Lower Depths in 2009, is a marvellous new adaptation of Shakespeare's classic. Interweaving Shakespeare's language, personal story and music, the lyrical tale of shipwreck, revenge, power, revenge and love is held at St Kilda's Theatre Works.
When: Tuesday to Sunday, May 3 to 8


Urban Display Suite, presented by High Performance Company with shows held at fortyfivedownstairs in Flinders Lane, is a deliciously malicious musical satire on our national obsession with the property market, revealing grotesque greed and putting the narcissism of Australian life on display for public viewing.
When: May 3 to 15


Dusty - The Original Pop Diva, performed by Williamstown Musical Theatre, is a theatrical journey of Dusty's life and career, spanning her early days in 1950s London to through to the new wave of pop in the 1990s. The show features classic songs like Son of a Preacher Man and other greats that made Dusty Springfield's career.
When: May 6 to 8, 13 to 14 & 19 to 21


Lord Arthur Savile's Crime is a play by Constance Cox, based on a short story by Oscar Wilde. Presented by the Croydon Parish Players, a community theatre group that's been running for over 50 years, the play follows how Lord Arthur's marriage plans are thrown askew when it's predicted he'll commit murder.
When: May 6, 7, 10, 13 & 14


Next To Normal, performed at The Arts Centre, is the Australian Premiere of the emotional musical which won last year's Pulitzer Prize for Drama. The story of a woman lost to herself and her family, it follows her day as she begins making sandwiches and finds she can't stop when lost to frantic compulsion.
When: April 28 to May 28


Lloyd Beckmann, Beekeeper is the true story of a Queensland battler as told through his grandson's eyes as he traces Lloyd's romance with bees through family history, inheritance and the ripening of age. Performed by Tim Stitz, the grandson in question, it's held at Carlton's La Mama Theatre.
When: April 27 to May 15 - Wednesdays to Sundays


The Laramie Project - 10 Years Later is the sequel to one of the most performed plays of the last decade. Performed at St Kilda's Red Stitch Actors Theatre, the documentary style performance features special guests Kim Gyngell, Paul Ashcroft and others as it investigates the ripple effect of a single, senseless murder.
When: April 27 to May 28 - Wednesdays to Sundays


La Bohème, the latest production by Opera Australia, offers a bold reworking of Puccini's romance with director, Gale Edwards setting the classic, and tragic, tale of love in Berlin in the 1920s. Starring Takesha Meshe Kizart as Mimi and Ji-Min Park as Rodolfo, performances are held at the Arts Centre.
When: Until May 13


The Business of Murder, presented by Heidelberg Theatre Company, is a classic thriller built on false pretences, twisted games and shock surprises as three people are brought together for what appears to be legitimate reasons, only to learn there is nothing legitimate about Mr Stone, who sought them out.
When: April 21 to May 7


Doctor Zhivago, the classic masterpiece which has become an outstanding musical, will be appearing at performed at Her Majesty's Theatre. With a story that's at once epic and personal, funny and heartbreaking, impetuously romantic and bitingly political, it stars the internationally renowned Anthony Warlow.
When: Until May 22 | Book Now


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


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

Classical, Choral & Recitals

Sergio de Pieri, an organist who is responsible in Australia for reviving interest in the organ and its true repertoire, will be performing a free concert at St Michael's in Collins Street. Born in Treviso, Northern Italy, Sergio de Pieri settled in Melbourne in the 1960's and has since crafted an impressive career both here and overseas.
When: Thursday May 5 - 1pm to 2pm


Plight of the Peacock, recently returned from a residency at Montsalvat, will perform a program of new works by Simon Charles and Matthew Horsley as well as solos by Takemitsu, Ishii and Aphergis. Pushing beyond the confines of traditional modes of performance, they'll appear at Richmond Uniting Church.
When: Friday May 6 - 8pm

Burlesque, Cabaret & Dance

The Carnival, direct from London's West End, brings Chloe Charody's hit circus-opera to Red Bennies in South Yarra. The wild operatic circus sweeps the audience up in a wild show of contortion, classical virtuosity, fire and mayhem with risque classical beauties of Ilythian and several of Melbourne's finest circus performers.
When: Fridays in May - 8:30pm


Stage Fright, performed The Order Of Melbourne in Swanston Street, is Poppy Cherry's rollicking night of 1920's theatre, comedy, burlesque, song, dance, murder, mystery and madness. A theatrical "Whodunnit?"of entertainment and intrigue, a vaudeville show is in disarray when the star performer vanishes.
When: May 8 to 22, Sundays


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Entertainment & Nightlife

Roarhouse at The Edinburgh Castle in Brunswick is a performance night presented by Roarhouse, a non-profit community group that provides performance, workshop and volunteer opportunities to the community and those who are disadvantaged. This month will feature Mal Webb with 11 support acts of poetry and music.
When: Wednesday May 4 - 7pm to 11pm


Australian Jazz Bell Awards, honouring one of the greats of Australian jazz, Graeme Bell MBE AO, recognises excellence in the performance, recording and presentation of Australian jazz. This year's winners will be announced by Tracey Curro at Melbourne's Regent Plaza Ballroom with performances through the night.
When: Thursday May 5 - Bookings Required


Maroon 5, led by affable front man and talented lead vocalist Adam Levine, will be performing at Rod Laver Arena. Joining them on their current tour will be Grammy Award nominee artist Sara Bareilles, known for her impressive vocals and heartfelt lyrics, and Australian singer-songwriter Ry Cuming.
When: Thursday May 5 - 7pm


Trak Live Lounge Bar's 1st Birthday celebrates the venue's milestone with a night of entertainment to celebrate in style. Presented by both the owners and promoters of Factory Thursdays and Strut Saturdays, special guests include Molly Meldrum, Ken Walker, Sexy House band 'Collective' and others.
When: Friday May 6


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 May 8 - 3pm to 5pm


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Comedy & Magic

Tim Ferguson in Carry A Big Stick sees the renowned performer deliver an evening of stories and songs at the Butterfly Club in South Melbourne. An iconic comedian and network celebrity, author and comedy lecturer, Tim speaks about his adventures and dealing with MS with wicked wit and alarming honesty.
When: Thursday to Sunday, May 5 to 8


Carl Barron, one of Australia's quirkiest comedians, performs at St Kilda's Palais Theatre with his new show, A One Ended Stick. Taking a different tact to his previous shows, Carl's new performance comprises monologue, stand-up and music as he explores stories about Troy, worms, ants, acid, and also simply being Carl Barron.
When: Friday May 6


Roy Chubby Brown, a comedian who not just touches on but rather slams right into topics normally considered sensitive or even taboo, will be performing at The Palms at Crown in Southbank. Too outrageous to appear on television, Roy has nonetheless been a comedy superstar for over 30 years with DVD sales in the millions.
When: Saturday May 7 - 8pm


Theatresports, Melbourne's longest running improvisation comedy show, returns for its 26th season at their brand new venue of The Space in Prahran where four teams of quick-witted and fleet-footed improvisors will battle it out each week in an exhilarating and hilarious display of improvised theatre.
When: Every Sunday in May - 7:30pm

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 - Until November 6 - Book Tickets


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Melbourne For Kids

Walking With Dinosaurs, the Number 1 selling tour of the world in 2010, retrurns bigger and better than ever for a limited time at Melbourne's Hisense Arena. Featuring 20 life-size dinosaurs, including the Tyrannosaurus Rex, the past comes to life in this stunningly impressive and informative theatrical event.
When: May 4 to 15


Fun City Grand Opening introduces Formula E Indoor Go Karting to Melbourne's largest family entertainment, located in Sunshine. With a brand new premises offering bigger and better fun for people of all ages, Fun City also offers a Haunted House, Virtual Reality, Sumo Wrestling, Kidz City and more.
When: Friday May 6


It's a Wrap! is a presentation by Pocketfool, held at Melbourne's ArtPlay. Offering great fun for kids, they can swaddle, cover, roll up and hide as they explore how to wrap up all manner of things including elephants, bubbles and themselves, making the ordinary extraordinary and extraordinary ordinary.
When: Friday May 6 - Bookings Essential


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

Moscow Circus, featuring renowned Russian performers together with exclusive International Guest acts from around the world, will be appearing at Epping Plaza. With sensational death defying acts, highlights include The Wheel of Death and the Four Daredevil Motorbike's in the splitting 'Globe of Death'.
When: April 28 to May 15 - Epping - Various Dates


Silvers Grand Magic Circus will be holding performances in Bayswater North. Established in 1976, Silvers Grand Magic Circus offers a great show for people of all ages with performers including everything from jugglers and clowns to acrobats, international performers and more.
When: Until May 29 - Bayswater North - Various Dates


Perry Bros Circus, Australia's oldest circus, will be appearing at Dingley Village, 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 May 8 - Dingley Village - Friday to Sunday


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Markets, Fetes and Fairs

Geelong Collectables Fair, held at Barwon Valley Activities Centre located in Belmont, offers a wide range of items for collectors and enthusiasts. Now in its eighth year, the event caters for both novice and serious collectors, with stallholders showcasing vintage cards, books and more with something for everyone.
When: Saturday May 7

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.

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Wining & Dining

Dinner Bookings for Mother's Day
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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 available to buy at each event, this month will showcase wines from Alpine Valleys, Beechworth, King River, Rutherglen, Glenrowan and Goulburn.
When: Wednesday & Thursday, May 4 & 5

Sporting Events

AFL Premiership

AFL Premiership | Round 7
Geelong vs Nth Melbourne - Sat May 7 - Skilled Stadium
Richmond vs Fremantle - Sat May 7 - MCG
Essendon vs West Coast - Sun May 8 - Marvel Stadium
Melbourne vs Adelaide - Sun May 8 - MCG
St Kilda vs Carlton - Mon May 9 - Marvel Stadium

Rugby

Super Rugby Season - Round 12

Melbourne Rebels vs Reds

Friday May 6 - 7:40pm
AAMI Park, Melbourne

Soccer

Asian Champions League - Game 5

Melbourne Victory vs Gamba Osaka

Wednesday 4 May - Kick Off 7:30pm
Marvel Stadium, Melbourne

Roller Derby

Victorian Roller Derby League
Bout 2 - Saturday May 7
Royal Melbourne Showgrounds

Dead Ringer Rosies vs Toxic Avengers
Dolls Au-Go-Go vs The Regional All Stars

Motor Sports

Off-Street Drag Racing at Calder Park offers a safe way for competitive drivers to show their skills on the quarter mile with Street Cars and Comp Cars allowed on the track.
Next Street Drag Event
Saturday April 16
Gates Open 4pm - Registration Required

Horse Racing

Warrnambool May Racing Carnival, acknowledged as Australia's premier regional racing Carnival, features the longest thoroughbred race in Australia. Held across three days, the Carnival is action packed with quality racing, exceptional catering, Fashions on the Field and great entertainment for adults and children.
When: Tuesday to Thursday, May 3 to 5


Flemington Green Fields Raceday is held to raise awareness of the Victoria Racing Club's sustainability programs intended to achieve the highest standards in responsible event and venue management. Along with great racing action on the day, there'll also be children's entertainment and tours.
When: Saturday May 7


Kilmore Racing Club offers patrons a huge range of entertainment options with the centrepiece being the 50+ top class Turf and Harness Race Meetings per year.

Twilight Harness Racing
Sunday May 8


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A Great Stage in History

John Hennings, an immigrant from Bremmen in Germany, established a succesful career over 40 years as one of the finest theatrical artists, painting scenic stage sets for opera, drama and pantomime. It was this remarkable talent that made him the obvious choice for enlarging a panoramic sketch by Samuel Jackson, which shows a 360-degree view of Melbourne in the 1840s.

Commissioned in 1892 by the Victorian colonial government, Hennings painting took five months to complete and he was paid 500 guineas for the work. Measuring 100 feet, the panorama is one of the earliest known views of Melbourne, depicting the people, buildings and streets of the fledgling colony.

Hennings's cyclorama was displayed in the eastern annexe of the Exhibition Building for almost 30 years, but in 1918 the cyclorama was rolled up, stored and forgotten until March 1953 when it was damaged in a fire that destroyed a section of the Exhibition Building. Three years later, the Exhibition Trustees donated the painting to the State Library of Victoria where it remains today.

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