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The current lockdown settings will continue in Melbourne for the extended period while regional Victoria will see some restrictions eased. On the penultimate day of Victoria’s circuit breaker lockdown, Acting Premier James Merlino has announced a seven-day extension on the current restrictions within metropolitan Melbourne. What you need to know Victoria has recorded six new […]

Expand your horizons with these venues you may not have heard of before. A lot of small businesses and live music venues have been hit hard by the pandemic and are struggling to get back on their feet, so when lockdown lifts, a good way to show your support to the scene is by visiting […]

The lockdown will commence at 11:59pm tonight. After 11 new COVID-19 cases were recorded overnight, Acting Victorian Premier James Merlino has announced a statewide lockdown set to come into effect at 11:59pm tonight. What you need to know The Victorian COVID-19 cluster has grown to 26 active cases after 11 new infections were recorded overnight […]

Move over Thornbury, Preston bars are where it’s at. With Northcote and Thornbury well known for their many great bars, cafes and restaurants, it’s time to explore what Preston has to offer. Here’s a few places worth checking out for the next date night, catch up, or celebration. Check out Beat Eats for the latest Melbourne food […]

Isabella Manfredi has released the first single from her debut solo album. After ten years together, The Preatures have disbanded with the band’s former frontwoman, Isabella Manfredi, embarking on a solo venture. News of her departure from the band comes hand-in-hand with the release of the first single lifted from her forthcoming debut solo album. […]

Springtime will play their debut album in full at Vivid LIVE. Gareth Liddiard (The Drones, Tropical Fuck Storm), Jim White (Dirty Three, Xylouris White) and Chris Abrahams (The Necks, Laughing Clowns) have teamed up for a new project titled Springtime. After making their debut with a handful of sold-out Melbourne shows earlier this month, the three-piece will […]

City of Port Phillip is looking at cutting funding for six key arts organisations. After weathering the devastating impact of the pandemic on the arts industry, Theatre Works is facing yet another blow as proposed funding cuts loom for the iconic St Kilda performing arts venue. It’s amongst six arts organisations set to have funding […]

An exhibition paying tribute to Michael Gudinski is coming to Victoria this year Words by Kate Streader The 2021 Ballarat International Foto Biennale has partnered with Mushroom Group to celebrate the late music industry icon. Ballarat’s International Foto Biennale will return this August, with this year’s event set to pay tribute to the late Michael Gudinski with a special exhibition titled Number One | Gudinski. It’s one of over 120 exhibitions set to take over Ba...

Comedy legend Bill Bailey announces 2021 Australian tour Words by Kate Streader En Route To Normal.  Bill Bailey will return to Australia later this year with a 17-date tour of his brand new show, En Route To Normal.  Kicking off on Saturday October 23, the tour will see Bailey visiting metropolitan and regional areas across Queensland, New South Wales, Western Australia, South Australia, Victoria, Canberra and Tasmania. What you need to know Bill Bailey’s  Tickets ar...

NGV reveals all-Melbourne music lineup for NGV Friday Nights Bananagun, photo by Jamie Wdziekonski Words by Kate Streader Next month, NGV will launch its  What you need to know NGV Friday Nights is happening every Friday night from June 4 until October 1 The music lineup will accompany NGV’s  French Impressionism exhibition Keep up with the latest festival news, reviews and interviews  . Every Friday night from June 4 until October 1, NGV will host pop, rock, and indie musicians...