Paris, Tokyo, Tel Aviv and New York ... right here in Melbourne Rachelle Unreich takes us one a world trip around Melbourne thats well worth taking in.. France, Japan, Israel and America. The World On Our Streets Why book an expensive trip when you can see, taste and buy global delights right here in Melbourne, writes Rachelle Unreich in TheAge. Wish you could have a … [Read more...] about World On Our Streets
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Titans of the Ice Age
Watching prehistoric animals come to life on the world's 3rd largest screen at IMAX Melbourne, in 3D is quite honestly something else. It was breathtakingly beautiful watching these massive animals roam our frozen planet, with a realism that transports you back in time. Titans of the Ice Age 3D Titans of the Ice Age 3D transports viewers to the beautiful and frozen … [Read more...] about Titans of the Ice Age
Spectacle: The Music Video Exhibition
World’s Biggest Music Video Retrospective Coming To Australia At the beginning of its broadcast in 1981, music channel MTV began using the tagline “you’ll never look at music the same way again,” and they were right. Fast forward to the modern day and the humble music video has become an art form in and of itself. Now for the first time in Australia, the world’s leading … [Read more...] about Spectacle: The Music Video Exhibition
Geoffrey Edelsten | Man in the Mirror
One has to be careful when pointing the finger at Geoffrey Edelsten. This slippery little man has been on journalists radars for many years since he first came to prominence with his medical centres and association with the Sydney Swans. He was deregistered in New South Wales in 1988, and later in Victoria. In 1990, he was jailed for perverting the course of justice, so … [Read more...] about Geoffrey Edelsten | Man in the Mirror
John Farnham – Two Strong Hearts
From John Farnham's Chain Reaction concert, recorded on 14th (or 15th) December, 1990 at Flinders Park Tennis Stadium. … [Read more...] about John Farnham – Two Strong Hearts
Miracle at the MCG – Australia vs Sri Lanka 2010
Australia winning the toss and batting first put on a total of 239/8 in front of 15000+ Sri Lankan fans. Sri Lanka's reply started terribly with 8 wickets falling for just 107 runs by the 23rd over. At the crease was Angelo Mathews on 11 no and he was joined by Lasith Malinga. The pair put on 132 runs and crushing the world record for the 9th wicket but most importantly … [Read more...] about Miracle at the MCG – Australia vs Sri Lanka 2010
The Seekers – I’ll Never Find Another You
The Seekers - I'll Never Find Another You (1965) Founded in Australia in 1963, the original Seekers comprised Athol Guy, Keith Potger, Bruce Woodley and Ken Ray. After a year with the above line-up, Athol Guy recruited Judith Durham (b. 3 July 1943, Melbourne, Australia) as the new lead singer and it was this formation that won international success. Following a … [Read more...] about The Seekers – I’ll Never Find Another You
Mirusia Louwerse sings ‘Botany Bay’ – Andre Rieu Tour, Melbourne 2008
Young Australian soprano, Mirusia Louwerse, sings 'Botany Bay' (Andre Rieu Tour, Melbourne November 2008). André Rieu & Mirusia performing "Botany Bay" Live in Melbourne. Original lyrics Botany Bay: Farewell to old England forever, Farewell to my old pals as well, Farewell to the well--known Old Bailey Where once I used to look such a swell. Chorus: Singing … [Read more...] about Mirusia Louwerse sings ‘Botany Bay’ – Andre Rieu Tour, Melbourne 2008
Unique Melbourne: All the World in Australia
One of the greatest pleasures of a visit to Melbourne is the opportunity to sample its cosmopolitan offerings. Where else in the world can you sip an espresso in Little Italy, shop in Chinatown and wander through Little Vietnam all in one morning? And you still have the rest of the day to dine at Greek restaurants and savour Turkey, India and the Middle East in the Brunswick … [Read more...] about Unique Melbourne: All the World in Australia
Melbourne ? The City that Likes to Laugh
Melbourne is a popular city that offers good shopping, bars and excellent cuisine. In the Central Business District you can spend hours just sitting at one of the stylish pavement cafes watching the crowds go by. Melbourne’s location near to Port Phillip Bay makes it ideal for a holiday and there are numerous luxury and comfortable Melbourne hotels providing accommodation to … [Read more...] about Melbourne ? The City that Likes to Laugh
Festive St Kilda
There's something always happening at St Kilda, the seaside suburb just four miles from downtown Melbourne. After all, it's the beach resort of choice for Melburnians so the place is buzzing all day long. But St Kilda is also home to many major annual events which give the resort an extra dash of pizzazz. Here's a look at some of the most vibrant and colourful of St … [Read more...] about Festive St Kilda