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May 29
Koala Conservation Reserve – Phillip Island

The Koala Conservation Reserve on Phillip Island opened to the public in 1992. The reserve aims to protect an area of habitat so a population of koalas can live and breed safely. It also provides visitors with the opportunity to view koalas and other Australian wildlife up close and personal in their natural habitat. Advertisement […]

May 25
Phillip Island Penguin Parade

Located 90 minutes drive from Melbourne, Phillip Island is well known for the beloved Penguin Parade, which takes place each evening at dusk. Phillip Island has one of the largest Little Penguin colonies in the world, with thousands of Little Penguins making the journey each night. We decided to take the kids along so they […]

May 20
Churchill Island – Phillip Island Heritage Farm

Accessible from a small one-way bridge on the northeast side of Phillip Island is nestled on the fertile and windswept island that is known as Churchill Island.    In 1801, lieutenant James Grant disembarked from the Lady Nelson with seeds provided by farmer John Churchill after whom the island was named. The seeds were given with […]

Apr 29
Review: Drummer Queens at Comedy Theatre, Melbourne

From the minute you step into Melbournes’ Comedy Theatre you are transported into a post-apocalyptic space, with industrial sets and drums positioned throughout the stage. Eight extremely talented Drummer Queens bring flair and vitality to the stage in an electrifying 80-minute show. Advertisement With a blend of movement and rhythm the show takes you on […]

Feb 23
Review: Billy Elliot The Musical, Melbourne

Billy Elliot The Musical has arrived back in Melbourne at the beautiful Regent Theatre to celebrate its 10th Anniversary Australian Tour. The musical has been seen by millions of people across five continents, and now it’s Melbourne’s turn to enjoy this endearing story once again. Based on the popular Universal Pictures / Studio Canal film […]

Jan 30
Brass Monkeys at The Melba Spiegeltent

The creators of Children are Stinky have done it again with their new show Brass Monkeys. Directed by Malia Walsh (heaps of stuff) and performed by Kyle Raftery and April Dawson (Lunar Circus, Circus Oz), are the perfect formula for combining circus skills and comedy for all ages. Performed in the beautiful Melba Spiegeltent as […]

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 […]

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 […]

Nov 07
Review: Wizarding Academy Train

Professors from Oceania’s Saremcroft Wizarding Academy were on the lookout for new witches and wizards in Melbourne. My daughter is a huge Harry Potter fan, so any experience that entails dressing up in a Hermione robe we had to check it out. Just over an hour, this interactive magical steam train experience had us spellbound. Advertisement The Wizarding […]

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 […]