When it comes to making the most out of your stay in Victoria, tourist attractions, events and festivals are just the beginning.
Events & Tourism
What to see and do over the Easter holidays
The Easter holidays are fast approaching and there’s plenty to see and do across Victoria to keep everyone entertained.
Epic showcase of local creativity in Melbourne Now
Melbourne Now at the NGV puts Victorian creativity on show in a spectacular free exhibition that celebrates the work of more than 200 of the state’s m
Mad March continues with a packed calendar of events
Throughout March, the state is bursting with a packed calendar of events. Here’s our list of some of the best things to do and see this month.
Travel back in time in Melbourne Museum’s new garden
Giant prehistoric kangaroos and rare dinosaurs that once roamed Victoria feature in Melbourne Museum’s newest attraction, the Gandel Gondwana Garden.
Mad March in Melbourne and beyond
Victoria comes alive in March, as the state is bursting with a packed calendar of events.
Developing the next generation of defence science talent
From creating augmented realities to coding new Bluetooth headsets, these Defence Science Institute interns highlight Victoria’s bright future.
Orchestrating a high-flying career in the air and on the ground
Sophia Lazarou attended her first Avalon Airshow in 2007 as a student volunteer, now she’s back to direct the whole show.
Warrnambool’s mobile sea change
The owner of the Deep Blue Hotel and Hot Springs, Gene Seabrook, shares how he thinks upcoming mobile coverage improvements will benefit his business.
A small contribution making the biggest difference
Meet Divyangana Sharma – student, frontline healthcare worker, writer, mental health advocate and Victorian International Student of the Year 2022.
Festive drops around regional Victoria
Fancy a drink this festive season? Here’s some around regional Victoria that might wet your whistle.
Connection to Country: Traditional Owner experiences in Victoria
There are so many First Peoples led tourism experiences for visitors to explore in Victoria, here's a guide to some highlights.
Diving in to restore Princes Pier for future generations
A team of commercial divers is restoring more than 250 piles at Melbourne’s iconic Princes Pier, securing this landmark for future generations.
Victorian summer events guide
With summer in full swing there is no shortage of must-see events across Victoria.
Illuminating the Way: lighting up The Great Stupa of Universal Compassion
VIDEO: A light show for Bendigo's Great Stupa of Universal Compassion will support tourism, pilgrimage and cement the Stupa as a regional destination.
Warracknabeal’s historic courthouse reborn as arts hub
An arts program in Warracknabeal is breathing new life into the courthouse building and creating another reason to explore the Silo Art Trail.
Mars Stadium Upgrade Stage 2
VIDEO: The $6.6 million transformation of Mars Stadium opens new possibilities to host events in Ballarat, including the 2026 Commonwealth Games.
Winter getaways in Victoria for a cosy weekend away
Although the weather is frosty, there are so many places in Victoria to explore this winter.