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These stories and associated images and/or video listed on these pages were produced before physical distancing regulations were introduced in Victoria.

Exhibition at ACMI with film reel  

Lights, Camera, Action! ACMI reopens after major development

by Georgina Jerums | 22 Feb 2021

WATCH THE VIDEO: The new and improved Australian Centre for the Moving Image (ACMI) at Federation Square is now open. Take our tour.

Actor singing at the stage performance of Come From Away  

Come From Away raises the curtain in Melbourne to standing ovations

by Editor | 9 Feb 2021

After its first season was cut short in 2020 due to coronavirus (COVID-19) restrictions, Come From Away has made an emotional return to the stage.

Installation View - Piinpi: Contemporary Indigenous Fashion  

A regional art tour: 5 galleries to visit this summer

by Georgina Jerums | 10 Dec 2020

In the mood for a cultural fix over the holiday season? Look no further. These five regional galleries have you sorted.

Artist impression of the Gargarro Regional Botanic Gardens  

Sowing the seeds for Northern Victorian tourism

by Georgina Jerums | 16 Nov 2020

Gargarro Regional Botanic Garden is set to be a major attraction for the Goulburn Valley and Loddon Mallee region.

Outdoor tables, courtyard of restaurant  

Geelong café goes al fresco with its COVIDSafe Plan

by Cath Vallence | 12 Nov 2020

A Geelong café reveals how the COVIDSafe plan is helping business.

Image from the Kaws exhibition  

KAWS & effect: experience a pop culture phenomenon

by Georgina Jerums | 11 May 2020

VIDEO: While we can’t visit the National Gallery of Victoria at the moment, you still have an opportunity to see the exhibition online.

Man looking out in the horizon  

Plan your trip to the High Country – getting back to Regional Victoria

by Visit Victoria | 20 Feb 2020

Support Victoria's bushfire-affected regions. Discover Visit Victoria's recommendations for the High Country.

Panoramic view of the Great Stupa of Universal Compassion in Bendigo  

The Great Stupa of Universal Compassion unveiled in Bendigo

by Editor | 12 Feb 2020

VIDEO: Bendigo is home to the largest Buddhist monument in the western world after the addition of a decorative four-metre finial on top.

Man playing the guitar  

High Country Comeback: Melbourne rallies for bushfire relief

by Georgina Jerums | 5 Feb 2020

WATCH THE VIDEO: Melburnians are helping those who need it most following the bushfires.

From The Land, Castlemaine Art Museum. Image credit: Brodie Ellis.  

Exhibitions to inspire: regional galleries showcase

by Georgina Jerums | 15 Jan 2020

Feed your mind and soul, and be inspired by all things arty at these regional exhibitions over the coming months.

Charred walls of the La Mama gutted by fire  

La Mama Theatre set to return to the cultural stage in 2021

by Georgina Jerums | 4 Dec 2019

After fire gutted Carlton's La Mama Theatre last year, we speak to Co-CEO & Creative Director Liz Jones about the rebuild.

Projections of a trees and eye on old silos  

Sunshine silos light up Melbourne’s West

by Editor | 20 Nov 2019

The Sunshine Silos Projection Festival celebrated the area’s rich industrial history, cultural diversity and enthusiasm for community projects.

Sally Capp, Lord Mayor of Melbourne  

Lord Mayor Sally Capp heads up conference to empower female students

by Georgina Jerums | 6 Sep 2019

Sally Capp will present the keynote address at the Future Female conference, focusing on international women studying in Victoria.

Jane Harrison of Blak and Bright festival  

Blak & Bright: First Nations Literary Festival is for everyone

by Georgina Jerums | 29 Aug 2019

Festival Director, playwright, novelist & Muruwari woman Jane Harrison chats to us about the festival, First Nations writers, and this year's program.

Digital Innovation Festival  

Come along to Victoria’s biggest ever Digital Innovation Festival

by Georgina Jerums | 23 Aug 2019

Let the networking begin! Join in the state-wide Digital Innovation Festival. 

Digital Innovation Festival speaker  

Digital Innovation Festival leads the way across Victoria

by Editor | 15 Aug 2019

WATCH THE VIDEO: Victoria is set to host its fourth Digital Innovation Festival celebrating technology and the culture of innovation.

Nate Byrne in front of a camera  

ABC TV meteorologist Nate Byrne launches National Science Week

by Georgina Jerums | 8 Aug 2019

If you tune in to breakfast television, Nate Byrne on ABC TV will be a familiar face. Learn about his top events to attend this National Science Week.

 

Immigration Museum inks a new direction

by Georgina Jerums | 2 Jul 2019

Take a tattoo trip around the world from Samoa to Japan and back to Melbourne at the Immigration Museum’s latest show.

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