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Feb 23
Review: Billy Elliot The Musical Shines on Stage in Melbourne

Billy Elliot The Musical has returned to Melbourne at the stunning Regent Theatre to celebrate its 10th Anniversary Australian Tour. With millions of fans across five continents, Melbourne now has the chance to experience this heartfelt and unforgettable production once again. Advertisement RELATED: Harry Potter Experiences Across Melbourne Billy Elliot The Musical Melbourne, image credit […]

Feb 16
Petrina Hicks: Bleached Gothic at NGV

Petrina Hicks: Bleached Gothic is the first major survey exhibition of Australian photographer Petrina Hicks. More than 50 photographs and videos will be on display at NGV Australia, Federation Square until 29 March 2020. Over her fifteen-year career, Hicks (1972– ) has gained a strong reputation for her large-scale, hyperreal photographs that subvert and disrupt the photographic language of advertising […]

Feb 10
Acre Rooftop Farm Restaurant

The Acre Rooftop Farm Restaurant is suitably perched on top of the remarkable Burwood Brickworks Centre 30 minutes east of Melbourne CBD. We visited on a Saturday lunchtime and Acre was packed, young families, couples, shoppers and dessert goers. Definitely make a booking if you are planning to go on the weekend. Advertisement Despite the […]

Jan 30
Brass Monkeys at The Melba Spiegeltent

Brass Monkeys at the Melba Spiegeltent is a high-energy, family-friendly show that combines circus skills, comedy, and live music to entertain kids and adults alike. From the creators of Children are Stinky, this show brings laughter, acrobatics, and audience participation together in a fun, unforgettable performance. Advertisement Image: Brass Monkeys, credit Kiddiehood Directed by Malia […]

Jan 27
MoPA: Museum of Play and Art in Geelong

Victoria’s newest Children’s Museum, MoPA: Museum of Play and Art has opened its doors in the heart of Geelong. The iconic Wintergarden building has been transformed into an immersive play space for children aged 1 to early primary, and their families. My kids and I headed down to Geelong to check it out. We were welcomed […]

Jan 25
Experience iFLY Melbourne with kids

Have you ever wanted to go skydiving without jumping out of a plane? iFLY Melbourne allows you to enjoy the sensation of free-falling from the sky without the need for a parachute and the best part is, kids can enjoy this experience from the young age of 3. Advertisement This impressive $15 million purpose-built vertical […]

Jan 07
Ocean Invaders at Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium

A spectacular new jellyfish exhibit Ocean Invaders has arrived at Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium, just in time for the Summer School Holidays. Advertisement This $1.5 million sensory experience immerses families into the beautiful world of jellyfish, with over three zones filled with mesmerising displays. The exhibit gives kids the opportunity to get up close with […]

Dec 26
Cherry-picking in Victoria for families

As the days grow warmer, the cherry orchards blossom and produce delicious cherries in Victoria. The main cherry growing regions are located in Eastern and Southern Victoria, the cherry season lasts around 3 months from November through to February. Not long enough! Cherry-picking is such a lovely day out for families. These are my top […]

Dec 16
Rain Room at Jackalope Pavilion – kids sessions

Rain Room has captivated over half a million visitors worldwide and made its Australian debut at Jackalope Pavilion in St Kilda to a sell-out audience. Rain Room is excited to announce that it will be opening its doors for special Kids Sessions these summer holidays. If you haven’t experienced Rain Room yet, this is your […]

Dec 08
Review: The Snowman at Melbourne Recital Centre

Christmas has arrived early at the Melbourne Recital Centre, with the beautiful tale of The Snowman accompanied by the Melbourne Recital Centre Orchestra. Performed in the magnificent Elisabeth Murdoch Hall, which is lined with plywood panels that resemble the back of instruments. The Snowman is brought to life by the live orchestra. Advertisement The Snowman is […]

Sep 23
Review: Don’t Mess with the Dummies at Wonderland Spiegeltent

Don’t mess with the Dummies latest show – Lions and Tigers and Dummies, OH MY! is now playing at the Wonderland Spiegeltent, behind Federation Square, as part of this years Melbourne Fringe Festival. This silly and unexpected show will leave you chuckling and smirking at the slapstick antics of three underprepared campers. Lions and Tigers and Dummies, OH MY! is a camping […]

Sep 19
Review: Musical Sprouts at Wonderland Spiegeltent

The wonderfully, warm and engaging Musical Sprouts are performing their latest show ‘A Day in a Life of you’ at the Wonderland Spiegeltent, in Birrarung Marr as part of this year’s Melbourne Fringe Festival. My little man loved this show! The Musical Sprouts latest fun-filled show A Day In The Life Of You tells stories […]