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No matter what you’re looking for, Melbourne offers something for everyone this summer. Summer in Melbourne is all about the tennis and, with it, a line-up of other blockbuster sporting events. The 2016 Sailing World Cup Final and Commonwealth Bank Boxing Day Test are just some of the exciting events that make this city the sporting capital of Australia. Of course Melbourne’s list of incredible sporting events would not be complete without the Australian Open Tennis Championships, which sees the world's best players descend on to Melbourne Park. The cultural capital also welcomes the exclusive and much anticipated opening of The Book of Mormon, the John Olsen: The You Beaut Country exhibition at NGV, and the return of White Night Melbourne. Melbourne has something for everyone and the best of everything this summer.
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NOW SHOWING KINKY BOOTS Her Majesty’s Theatre
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It’s won almost every major international Best Musical award going, and this glittering, feel-good show has been dazzling Melburnian crowds since it opened. Catch it before its season ends.
UNTIL 25 DECEMBER
UNTIL 13 MARCH
2–4 DECEMBER
CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL
DAVID HOCKNEY
THE BIG DESIGN MARKET
Various locations
NGV International
Royal Exhibition Building, Carlton Gardens
Watch Melbourne’s city centre transform into a wonderland, as the colour of Christmas spreads in the lead-up to Santa’s arrival. From the Myer Christmas Windows in Bourke Street Mall to The Gingerbread Village and the light projection shows, it’s a family festival full of fun!
The cultural blockbuster of the summer is David Hockney, a retrospective exhibition celebrating one of Britain’s greatest artists. Immerse yourself amid more than 700 of his works.
The Big Design Market is back once again for three huge days of Christmas shopping. With more than 200 independent designers from Australia and overseas selling homewares, fashion, toys and more, you'll find unique gifts for everyone from little Timmy to Aunt Ethel.
UNTIL 22 JANUARY THE ART OF BANKSY The Paddock, Federation Square The work of the world’s most revered street artist, Banksy, comes to Melbourne as part of this unauthorised exhibition curated by his ex-agent, Steve Lazarides. Local street artists’ work and food trucks add to the atmosophere at the biggest collection of Banksy’s works to be shown in Australia.
4–11 DECEMBER 2016 SAILING WORLD CUP FINAL St Kilda Sailing Precinct
UNTIL 26 FEBRUARY VIKTOR&ROLF: FASHION ARTISTS NGV International
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A must-see event for anyone with a nautical bent, the Sailing World Cup Final brings the world’s best sailors to Melbourne’s seaside playground, St Kilda. There’ll be plenty of action both on and off the water, with thousands of locals and visitors expected.
TH E B O O K O F M O R M O N
COMMONWEALTH BANK BOXING DAY TEST MCG
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18 FEBRUARY WHITE NIGHT MELBOURNE Various locations ALL THINGS WHITE NIGHT, PAGE 12.
Our cricket team’s test match form hasn’t been great in 2016, so the players will need to be at their best to beat the highly rated Pakistan on the hallowed MCG turf.
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NEW YEAR’S EVE
THE BOOK OF MORMON
Official live sites across Melbourne
Princess Theatre
Welcome in 2017 amid the colour, music and atmosphere of Melbourne. With official live sites spread throughout the city, including Kings Domain south of the Yarra River and Treasury Gardens on the city’s eastern side, this year’s NYE festivities are sure to be epic.
It’s been hailed as the best musical of the century, and with South Park creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone at the helm, we can guarantee that it’s sure to be anything but politically correct. Don't delay, book your tickets today. John Gollings
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27 JANUARY–12 FEBRUARY CHINESE NEW YEAR FESTIVAL Various locations Come together to celebrate the Year of the Rooster at the Chinese New Year festival in Melbourne. From Little Bourke Street to Docklands and beyond, you’ll be able to see dancing dragons, eat traditional treats and more.
LOOKING AHEAD 1–19 MARCH VIRGIN AUSTRALIA MELBOURNE FASHION FESTIVAL
16–29 JANUARY
Various locations
AUSTRALIAN OPEN 2017
Melbourne’s most fashionable event is more than just a runway show.
Melbourne Park WE’RE NOT DJOKING, PAGE 6.
31 MARCH–9 APRIL MELBOURNE FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL Various locations Celeb chefs, degustation menus and more. Bring your appetite!
Bottom left: Viktor&Rolf, Kinga, Viktor&Rolf Haute Couture Spring/Summer 2016, Performance of Sculptures. Photo: Team Peter Stigter
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MELBOURNE:
SPORTS CITY
This January, as the Australian Open once again heats up Melbourne Park, all roads lead to Rod Laver Arena.
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SPORTS QUIZ So you think you know sport?
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hen was the first Australian W Open held at Melbourne Park?
Which sport does Peter Nevill 2. represent Australia in?
MORE THAN A TENNIS TOURNAMENT
INTERNATIONAL ACTION
It’s one of the biggest events on the summer calendar, and all the drama of the Australian Open will peak around Melbourne Park over the final two weeks of January. But while names like Djokovic, Tomic, Kerber and Williams will once again take top billing on the court, off it there’s set to be just as much excitement.
Before the tennis players arrive in town, Melbourne has another summer sporting passion to indulge. Spending a day or two at the Commonwealth Bank Boxing Day Test is the perfect way to end 2016. With Pakistan having comprehensively beaten Australia earlier this year, expect Melbourne’s Pakistani population to be out in force and an electric atmosphere to engulf the MCG.
The Australian Open Festival at Birrarung Marr is the perfect place to play before heading into the tennis, or if you’re coming to Melbourne for a few days, it’s a familyfriendly destination in its own right. Some of Melbourne’s most-loved restaurants – Mamasita, Huxtaburger and Gelato Messina among them – will be serving up their best dishes, while the kids will have a blast at The Ballpark, a new mini theme park. What’s more, you’ll be one of the first to walk over the new Tanderrum Bridge, a pedestrian overpass joining Birrarung Marr and Melbourne Park, scheduled for completion in time for the tennis. Who knows? You might be there to witness the inauguration of the next big tennis thing. Australian Open Tennis Championships 16–29 January, Melbourne Park, Olympic Boulevard, event.ausopen.com
If you prefer a little more saltwater with your sport, the 2016 Sailing World Cup Final returns to Melbourne for the final leg of year. The week-long event features athletes from around the globe, and there’s always an air of exuberance around St Kilda when the World Cup comes to town. Commonwealth Bank Boxing Day Test 26–30 December, MCG, Brunton Avenue cricket.com.au 2016 Sailing World Cup Final 4–11 December, St Kilda Sailing Precinct, Pier Road, St Kilda sailingworldcupmelbourne.com
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How many gold medals did Australia win at the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games?
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Which Olympic runner holds the
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Who received the second-
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True or false: Karrie Webb was born in Melbourne?
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Does Jack Debreczeni play
AFL clubs will field an AFL Women’s team in 2017? Melbourne Vixens netball team?
record for the fastest lap of Melbourne’s Tan track? highest number of votes in the 2016 Brownlow Medal?
for the Melbourne Rebels or Melbourne Storm?
hat number does Tim Cahill 10. Wwear for Melbourne City?
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It’s the cultural epicentre of Australia, and this summer Melbourne will see some of the biggest names in theatre and art come to town.
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t’s going to be oh so wrong. The Book of Mormon is one of the world’s most successful – and certainly one of the funniest – musical productions of recent years. It tells the story of two Mormon missionaries sent to a remote Ugandan village to spread their religious message. The locals, though, are more worried about AIDS, famine and oppression. Sound like a comedy? Maybe not, until you remember that two of the show’s writers, Matt Stone and Trey Parker, are the comedic geniuses behind South Park. They’ve teamed up with Robert Lopez, best known for writing the Academy Awardwinning song ‘Let It Go’ from the movie Frozen. The Book of Mormon is set for its Australian premiere at the Princess Theatre from 18 January. Leave your inhibitions – and your political correctness – at the door.
For something more refined, John Olsen: The You Beaut Country celebrates the life, work and legacy of arguably Australia’s greatest living artist. The 88-year-old’s inspiring oeuvre, spanning his entire career, is on display at The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia. The exhibition features photography, ceramics, tapestries and video, but the highlights are Olsen’s expansive paintings of Lake Eyre that fill one of the final galleries. Melbourne’s been lucky enough to see his work in its laneways before, and now will gain even more access to the street artist's work in a huge show. The Art of Banksy is a collection of over 80 original pieces by the secretive artist curated by his former agent, Steve Lazarides. More than a dozen other Melbourne street artists will contribute works on the walls of the exhibition, and the on-site bar and food trucks will keep you well fed.
IBIS STYLES MELBOURNE, THE VICTORIA HOTEL Superbly located, ibis Styles Melbourne, The Victoria Hotel is the ideal base for your next Melbourne escape. With some of the city’s best attractions, shopping, restaurants and theatres on its doorstep, you will be able to take in all Melbourne has to offer. A: T: E: W:
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ARE WE ON THE AIR? This summer, State Library of Victoria celebrates the 40-year history of the southern hemisphere’s largest community radio station, Triple R, in a huge exhibition. We had a quick chat with curator Angela Bailey. What does Triple R mean to you? To me Triple R is a constant reliable source of listening that has a spirit that I keep coming back for. The passion and commitment of the staff and broadcasters are testament to its rich history and longevity as an independent voice in Melbourne.
What are some of your favourite pieces that will make up the exhibition? Some of the quirky merchandise that Triple R has created over the years for its various themed Radiothons are probably some of my favourite pieces – like the vacuum-packed powdered Astronaut ice-cream that was made for the 2010 ‘Make Contact’ Radiothon. Also the range of promotional posters from 1977 to today highlights its laconic sense of style and playfulness.
Libraries have reputations as places that are meant to be quiet: Do you expect music and radio fans to stay hushed while they view the exhibition? Music and sound will definitely be evident in the space and we are not expecting the audience needs to stay quiet. Visitors to the exhibition will have the opportunity to experience visual and sound in a number of different ways throughout the exhibition from media generated from 1976 to today. ON AIR: 40 years of 3RRR runs until 29 January in the Keith Murdoch Gallery, State Library of Victoria, 328 Swanston Street
To read the full interview with Angela, visit melbnow.com.au/angela-bailey
DON’T MISS THE BOOK OF MORMON From 18 January Princess Theatre, 163 Spring Street bookofmormonmusical.com.au
THE ART OF BANKSY Until 22 January The Paddock, Federation Square (east of the main square and Russell Street) theartofbanksy.com.au
JOHN OLSEN: THE YOU BEAUT COUNTRY
Banksy
Until 12 February The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia, Federation Square ngv.vic.gov.au/exhibition/john-olsen
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F E S TI VA L S
Festival Spirit W H ITE N I G HT M E LB O U R N E Robert Blackburn
Melbourne in summer is the home to some of the biggest festivals of the year. If you’re looking for a visit with a difference, base your trip around one of these events. YEAR OF THE ROOSTER
A REASON TO STAY OUT
The Chinese New Year Festival (27 January–12 February) returns in 2017 and Melbourne is set for one of the biggest parties of the year. From Chinatown to Docklands and throughout the city centre there will be music, dancing, eating and merriment over the two-week festival.
Australia’s biggest one-night extravanganza of music, visual arts, dance and performance, White Night Melbourne (18 February) will return for the fifth time in 2017.
One of the best parts about being in Melbourne for Chinese New Year is the fact that you never know what you’ll see next. Popular attractions like Eureka Skydeck 88 and Queen Victoria Market host events, while roving performers spring up where you least expect them. Fireworks, food markets and children’s events all play a part in the biggest multicultural event in town. C H I N E S E N E W Y E A R FE S TI VA L
The streets of Melbourne will be awash with colour and sound all night long and there’ll be more spectacular events than ever before taking over the streets, laneways and gardens. Plus, the city’s biggest attractions, including the ACMI, National Gallery of Victoria, State Library of Victoria, Royal Exhibition Building and, of course, Federation Square, will be hives of activity. Various locations whitenightmelbourne.com.au
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GRAND HYATT MELBOURNE Discover Melbourne’s Grand Secrets where food, film and fashion collide. Reserve two nights and receive 20% off the standard rate and a local Melbourne gift. Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi and 24-hour access to City Club Health & Fitness Centre. A: T: E: W:
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CHRISTMAS SHOPPING DONE RIGHT It’s a time for giving, but if you’ve got friends or family who are notoriously difficult to find gifts for then a trip Little Red Photography
to Melbourne is a must. Here’s our Christmas hit list for tricky recipients.
For the Fashionista The first step to buying an outfit for a fashionable friend is to find out their size. The second step is to visit Emporium Melbourne, where three levels of the world’s most recognisable labels will provide you with that perfect gift.
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JINGLE ALL THE WAY
287 Lonsdale Street, emporiummelbourne.com.au
Melbourne’s Christmas Festival is – surprise, surprise – happening throughout December again. If you’re in town with the kids in tow, a detour to Christmas Square is a must.
For the Dapper Gentleman
From 25 November until 25 December the area usually known as City Square – along Swanston Street between Collins Street and Flinders Lane – becomes Christmas Square, a wondrous place filled with exciting activities for young and old alike. Open from 10am to 1 1pm each day of the festival, the square will, host Santa Claus, who'll provide snap judgements on how worthy your kids are of their dream present. This year, projections will be cast upon the Town Hall and Federation Square every 30 minutes between 9pm and 10.20pm each night (30 November–25 December), there are more places than ever to join in the festive spirit. Various locations melbourne.vic.gov.au/christmas
The shoes you’ll find at Double Monk are not your everyday kicks. They’re high-quality, handmade brogues and loafers for the discerning gent. While they come with a price tag to match, a Double Monk-inspired Christmas will be one to remember. 53 Smith Street, Fitzroy, doublemonk.tumblr.com
For the Music Tragic Independent record stores are experiencing a resurgence in Melbourne. One of the oldest, Polyester Records, has been trading since 1981 with strong links to the local music scene and plenty of in-store performances as well. 387 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy, polyesterrecords.com
For the Sweet Tooth One of the stars of Melbourne’s dessert scene is Darren Purchese of Burch & Purchese Sweet Studio. You might want to store the chocolate, mandarin and salted caramel cake in the fridge rather than under the Christmas tree though.
B U RC H & PU RC H E S E S W E E T S TU D I O
647 Chapel Street, South Yarra, burchandpurchese.com
For the Person with Everything We’ve all got that one person we struggle to buy for. Throw convention out the window and get them a Melbourne Zoo membership. Not only will they be appreciative of the thought, but you’ll hopefully get to tag along too. Elliott Avenue, Parkville, zoo.org.au
For more great Christmas gift ideas, visit melbnow.com.au/christmas-shopping
FRASER PLACE MELBOURNE Fraser Place Melbourne provides the perfect base to enjoy the cultural, retail and business precincts of Victoria’s capital. Each studio apartment contains its own kitchenette, making either a short or long stay incredibly comfortable. A: T: E: W:
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Daria Gavrilova Australia’s second-highest ranked female tennis player, Daria Gavrilova hasn’t always called Melbourne home. But with a local boyfriend and another Australian Open to look forward to, we’ll claim her as a local.
“ Tennis was something I loved to do from when I first started as a little kid,” 22-year old Gavrilova says. “I have so many great memories of travelling playing junior tournaments and meeting other players from all over the world.” Daria grew up in Russia and although she only moved to Melbourne in 2012, it did not take long for the city to feel like home. Living in the bayside suburb of Middle Park, the restaurants and shopping of the area makes it instantly appealing to a young professional athlete. Of course, there’s plenty of training to do as well. “My training weeks are very full with little time for socialising,” she says. “ I usually practise on court for 3-4 hours a day in addition to doing weights and running. There is also massage and work with my physio. The days are long but I usually have one day off a week just to relax and get ready for the week ahead.” In the lead-up to the Australian Open, all eyes will be on Melbourne Park and the Aussies in the middle of the action. “There is way more attention on me during the Australian Open but I enjoy it and so far have played well in that environment.” We’ll be right behind her as she goes around again in 2017.
DARIA’S TOP TIPS: RESTAURANT: We always get great service – and delicious
food – at the Railway Club Hotel in Port Melbourne. CAFE: Dundas & Faussett in Albert Park is great during summer;
I love sitting outside and watching the world go by. VIEW: Looking back at the city from the pier at Middle Park Beach. SHOPPING: It’s hard to beat all the options at Emporium
Melbourne in the middle of the city. WALK: We live across the road from the bay, so going for a walk E M P O R I U M M E LB O U R N E
along the water is something we do regularly. FREE THING TO DO: There’s no better way to spend time than by taking a long walk along the beach in the summertime.
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EVENT: I love going to the footy and supporting the mighty Blues.
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“[Parreno’s work is] mesmerising and unmissable” ★★★★★ The Guardian
Free Exhibition 6 Dec 2016 – 13 Mar 2017 An Australian premiere by one of the most important artists working today. Conceived alongside his triumphant Tate Modern commission Anywhen.
Wondering what to do next time you’re in Melbourne? Why not pack a lunch and discover the wonder of Melbourne Zoo. It’s great fun for the family and FREE for kids under 16. Grab your tickets online at zoo.org.au
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It’s summertime and that means a trip to
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You’ll find Two Birds Brewing, Australia’s first female-owned brewing company, just south of the West Gate Bridge, making it the perfect pit stop on your way into Melbourne. Pick up a six pack or simply settle in for an afternoon of thirst-quenching beer and bite to eat.
cider. And while the sprawling Carlton & United Breweries is proudly located in inner Melbourne, now’s the time to expand your brewing horizons and take a tasty trip to the suburbs.
Best summertime beer: Golden Ale, but indulge in a tasting paddle and you won’t be disappointed! Two Birds Brewing 136 Hall Street, Spotswood twobirdsbrewing.com.au
SOUTH Moorabbin might be a little farther from the city than the other suggestions here, but that doesn’t mean it’s not worth the trip. Live musicians perform Thursdays and Fridays at 2 Brothers Brewery, $10 pizzas add to the destination, and there are plenty of well-priced non-beer options available. Best summertime cider: Gypsy Pear Cider 2 Brothers Brewery 4 Joyner Street, Moorabbin 2brothers.com.au
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TAKE A TOUR The Carlton Brewhouse (CUB) is home to the biggest beer expedition you’re likely to encounter in Australia. You’ll follow the same pathway that 150,000 litres of Victoria Bitter, Carlton Draught and other CUB beverages take each day. Brewing has taken place here for more than 100 years, so you’ll explore the history of the industry along the way. No brewery tour is complete without a tasting session at the end, and you’ll have the chance to sample some of CUB’s finest beers in the Brewhouse, where you can settle in for the afternoon or head out to test your new-found love of beer at one of Melbourne’s many pubs. Carlton Brewhouse 24 Thompson Street, Abbotsford carltonbrewhouse.com.au
EASYSTAY STUDIO APARTMENTS Easystay provides visitors to Melbourne with comfortable, valuefor-money accommodation in St Kilda, Melbourne’s beachside playground. Easystay Studio Apartments offer queen, twin, family studios and one-bedroom apartments in five locations in the heart of St Kilda. Close to the city, all apartments have free Wi-Fi. Book direct and receive 15% off the best available rate of the day when mentioning this ad. A: T: E: W:
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Melbourne’s inner north has, over the years, been the home of everything from the Fitzroy Lions to the hipster. More recently, it’s played host to a resurgence in craft breweries. One of the leaders is Temple Brewing Company in Brunswick East. Hang out at the bar inside the brewery or accompany your ale with a burger. Another local establishment brewing up trouble is Stomping Ground Brewing Co in Collingwood. With its own bar, restaurant and beer garden, it’s made for summer, and as the sun sets over the industrial skyline you’ll probably start planning your next trip to Melbourne. Best summertime beer: Temple’s Bicycle Beer or Grandstand Australian Ale at Stomping Ground. Temple Brewing Company 122 Weston Street, Brunswick East templebrewing.com.au Stomping Ground Brewing Co 100 Gipps Street, Collingwood stompingground.beer
EAST While Abbotsford is the home of the Carlton & United Breweries, it also houses a couple of craft breweries as well. Moon Dog Craft Brewery is one, and the folks behind the bar serve up quality brews and pizzas from the adjacent vintage caravan. An afternoon at Moon Dog is a rustic experience, but a great place to knock back a few with good friends. Best summertime beer: Old Mate Pale Ale Moon Dog Craft Brewery 17 Duke Street, Abbotsford moondogbrewing.com.au
CROSSLEY HOTEL MELBOURNE Nestled in Melbourne’s famous city laneways, Crossley Hotel is walking distance from major attractions, and surrounded by theatres and restaurants. Crossley Hotel offers boutique accommodation, with standard and superior rooms and one- to two-bedroom Terrace Apartments. Rooms include free in-house movies and free Wi-Fi. Book direct and mention this ad to receive a delicious complimentary continental buffet breakfast for two. A: T: E: W:
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Next time Lionel Richie comes to Melbourne, he’ll no doubt be excited that, thanks to Public Transport Victoria’s Night Network, he can party all night long. On Friday and Saturday nights, trams along key routes run every half hour until regular services start again the next morning. It means that no matter how late you end up staying out, you’ll be able to get back to wherever you’re staying. Here are some highlights on the lines.
TRAM 19 This route takes you along Sydney Road, Brunswick, a buzzing strip that parties well into the night. The Retreat Hotel (open till 3am Friday and Saturday nights) is a pillar of Melbourne’s live music scene. If you like your music with a bit more of a beat, DJs keep the Railway Hotel (till 6am) pumping until breakfast time. Retreat Hotel 280 Sydney Road, Brunswick ( just north of Stop 20, Dawson Street) retreathotelbrunswick.com.au Railway Hotel 291 Albert Street, Brunswick (200 metres west of Stop 22, Albert Street) facebook.com/railwayhotelbrunswick
ROYCE HOTEL Experience a mix of design and luxury at Melbourne’s 5-star boutique hotel. Perfectly located next to the Royal Botanic Gardens and with a tram stop at the front door giving you easy access to the city’s attractions. Featuring an award-winning restaurant, lounge bar, modern spacious rooms, bicycle hire. Includes buffet breakfast and welcome drink. A: 379 St Kilda Road, Melbourne T: 9677 9900 W: roycehotels.com.au
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TRAM 75 Rolling along Bridge Road on route 75, you’d almost miss the Bridge Hotel (till 3am) unless you knew where it was. A trendy pub with well-priced wines and late-night fun every weekend, it’s the perfect spot to go after a fine Italian meal at Romulus & Remus (till midnight) a few doors down. Bridge Hotel 642 Bridge Road, Richmond (50 metres west of Stop 22, Yarra Boulevard) thebridgehotel.com.au Romulus & Remus 648 Bridge Road, Richmond (Stop 22, Yarra Boulevard) romulus-remus.com.au
TRAM 67 South of the city there are plenty of options for late-night revelry. The GH Hotel (till 3am) is one of Melbourne’s most popular gay nightclubs – its Saturday night Drag Extravaganza show has to be seen to be believed. For something a little more relaxed, stay on the tram until you reach Glenhuntly Road and stop for a cocktail or two inside the candlelit Antique Bar (till 3am). GH Hotel 1 Brighton Road, St Kilda (on the corner at Stop 35, Carlisle Street) ghhotel.com.au Antique Bar 218 Glenhuntly Road, Elsternwick (130 metres west of Stop 44, Elsternwick Station)
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TRAM 86 Once labelled the ‘coolest route in town’, this line from Docklands through the inner northern suburbs and to La Trobe University hits all the trendy streets. There’s no hotter restaurant precinct right now than the area around Smith and Gertrude Streets. Forester’s Hall (till 4am) serves pizza until 2am, and one of the area’s most resilient live music venues, Yah Yah’s (till 5am), usually has one gig each weekend kicking off at 2am. Forester’s Hall 64 Smith Street, Collingwood (on the corner at Stop 15, Smith Street/Gertrude Street) forestershall.com.au Yah Yah’s 99 Smith Street, Fitzroy (100 metres north of Stop 15, Smith Street/Gertrude Street) yahyahs.com.au
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ATLANTIS HOTEL Connect with comfort in one of our 232 guest rooms, or enjoy the swimming pool, sauna and fully equipped gym. Rates are based on either Cityview or Superior Twin rooms, including a continental breakfast and 12pm checkout. A: T: E: W:
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LA BELLE MIETTE We mere mortals might never make a melt-in-your-mouth macaron. But when the experts at La Belle Miette can craft them this well, who needs to bake at home?
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SHORTSTOP COFFEE & DONUTS Donuts are a big deal in Melbourne, and Shortstop is a master of the craft. Check out flavours like cookies and cream cake or Australian honey and sea salt, baked fresh each day. 12 Sutherland Street
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DEX2ROSE If you’ve never seen the words ‘nitrogen’ and ‘gelato’ in the same sentence, you have now. By using liquid nitrogen to freeze their gelati, the mad scientists at Dex2rose deliver an unbeatable treat.
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CHOCAMAMA Degraves Street is popular for its al fresco dining, but if you’re after a treat to accompany you on your trip home, look no further than Chocamama, where the dark chocolate raspberry bullets are especially good.
HOPETOUN TEA ROOMS Cases filled with cakes, scones and pies make a welcoming sight for a weary traveller, and you’ll find them in the 19th-century surrounds of Hopetoun Tea Rooms in the charming Block Arcade. The Block Arcade, 1-2/282 Collins St
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LAURENT While this patisserie is known for its exceptional sourdough, it’s hard to stop there. Caramel éclairs, tart tatin and some of the most delectable creations you’ll ever taste are all waiting to be devoured. 304–306 Little Collins Street
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While plenty of action happens in the city centre, and the north is where the cool kids hang out, nothing beats a weekend by the bay. We’ve mapped out a couple of cheeky, enjoyable days in St Kilda.
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summer S T K I LDA B E AC H
Saturday Kick start your day by taking to the water at St Kilda Beach. If you didn’t bring your bathers, simply stroll along the promenade or hire a bike from one of the blue Melbourne Bike Share stands along Fitzroy Street and cruise the foreshore. Once you’ve worked up an appetite, swing into Captain Baxter for the delicious fried fish tacos with spiced avocado and Vietnamese mint, scallop and prawn dumplings with Chinese black vinegar and a peanut butter parfait with raspberry sorbet. You’re spoiled for choice when it comes to dinner in St Kilda, but the recently renovated St. Hotel, with its contemporary European menu, is hard to beat. A sprawling, multi-storeyed venue, its high ceilings and excellent wine list are made for summer evenings. When the night is done you’re not too far from a good night’s rest at Abode by Easystay.
ST KILDA FEST IS COMING! Join about 400,000 other fun lovers and get into live music and a party atmosphere at St Kilda Festival (4–12 February). The full program will be announced in January, so bookmark melbnow.com.au for all the updates. S T. H OTE L
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LUNA PARK MELBOURNE
Sunday On Instagram? Chances are you’ve seen shots from Matcha Mylkbar, the newest addition to Melbourne’s vegan food scene. While you might never have gone full veg before, once you tuck into a bowl of dragon fruit, banana, orange, goji berry and chocolate protein granola, or a serving of heirloom tomatoes, fresh avocado, almond fetta, basil and kale pesto on toast, you’ll leave a convert. Before heading off, make sure you stop by the St Kilda Esplanade Market, open from 10am to 5pm every Sunday until April. Pick up a work of art, a t-shirt or a gift for the folks back home. Melbourne Bike Share 19 Fitzroy Street and 80 Fitzroy Street, St Kilda, melbournebikeshare.com.au
Step through the mouth of Mr Moon and soak up the carnival atmosphere of Melbourne’s home of fun. Come and brave the heights of the Great Scenic Railway for a spectacular view of Port Phillip Bay. Try out your dodgem skills, enter the Circus of Screams if you dare, plus enjoy all the spinning, zooming, twirling and shrieking you could possibly want – all summer long.
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18 Lower Esplanade, St Kilda 9525 5033 justforfun@lunapark.com.au lunapark.com.au School holidays, weekends and public holidays from 11am. See website for more details.
Captain Baxter St Kilda Sea Baths, 10-18 Jacka Boulevard, St Kilda captainbaxter.com.au St. Hotel 54 Fitzroy Street, St Kilda, sthotel.com.au Abode by Easystay 63 Fitzroy Street, St Kilda abodeeasystay.com.au Matcha Mylkbar 72a Acland Street, St Kilda, matchamylkbar.com.au St Kilda Esplanade Market The Esplanade, St Kilda stkildaesplanademarket.com.au S T K I LDA E S P L A N A D E M A R K E T
ABODE BY EASYSTAY Abode by Easystay is St Kilda’s new 4-star studio apartment hotel. These recently renovated double, twin and family studio apartments are right in the heart of St Kilda. They offer rain showers, de-mist mirrors, automatic black-out blinds, kitchenettes with dishwashers, and a modern, beachside feel. Enjoy free in-house movies and free Wi-Fi access. Book direct and mention this ad for a complimentary continental breakfast buffet for two. A: T: E: W:
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FA M I LY F U N
Escape to
Melbourne these school holidays
With summer school holidays just around the corner, bring the kids to Melbourne for a weekend of fun and excitement the whole family can enjoy.
THE GRANDEST SHOW IN TOWN There’s no bigger event this summer than the Australian Open (16–29 Jan). With action both on and off the court plus a new $5 kids ticket, it’s the perfect family entertainment experience.
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UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium has been drawing families from all over Victoria for years, and for good reason. This summer you can get interactive with Dory in Finding Dory and Friends: The Experience as part of your visit.
ADULTS ALLOWED TOO
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Arts Centre Melbourne is encouraging children from as young as three to bring their adults along to a summer full of family shows. Julia Donaldson’s Room on the Broom flies in from 4 to 15 January and world-famous clowning duo Acrobuffos in Air Play will have everyone laughing out loud from 18 to 22 January.
The city is home to dozens of great accommodation providers, including Hilton Melbourne South Wharf (Queen family rooms start from 195* per night including free valet parking*) and Treasury on Collins (apartments start from $198* per night). Check out the website below for more information or to book.
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Before coming to town, download the free Public Transport Victoria app. Its Journey Planner function will tell you how to get from A to B with minimal fuss.
A MONUMENTAL EXPERIENCE Melbourne’s Shrine of Remembrance offers guided tours and family-friendly activities. View the city from one of the best vantage points in town, the Shrine Balcony.
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MCG TOURS Explore the inner sanctum of the MCG, walk on the hallowed arena and experience where legends play by taking a guided MCG tour! Highlights of this must-see tour include the famous MCC Long Room, player change rooms, cricketers’ viewing room, the Ron Casey Media Centre, the Don Bradman and Sachin Tendulkar portrait, and a walk on the hallowed arena.* Tours are available all year round, departing regularly from 10am to 3pm inside Gate 3! Visit mcg.org.au/tours for tour times on event days. *Tour route subject to availability and alteration.
NATIONAL SPORTS MUSEUM The National Sports Museum offers something for everybody all year round, highlighted by regular school holiday activities, the Game On! interactive gallery, 3D holograms (including Shane Warne), and Australia’s largest collection of sporting memorabilia. Including displays of Australian football, cricket, Olympics, horse racing and much more, the museum is sure to please all sporting fans. The National Sports Museum is open from 10am to 5pm every day inside Gate 3 of the MCG. Visit mcg.org.au/nsm for operating hours on event days.
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Melbourne’s Cultural Epicentre With a major festival, free exhibitions and low-cost shows scheduled for the summer months, it will be hard to miss Arts Centre Melbourne if you’re coming to town.
For more than 30 years, Arts Centre Melbourne has sat at the centre of the city’s cultural offering, with world-class theatre, dance, music, art and circus part of an ever-evolving program. These are just a couple of this season’s highlights.
KYLIE ON STAGE The concert outfits of Kylie Minogue are on show as part of the free Kylie on Stage exhibition (until 22 January). From glamorous gowns to over-the-top costumes, the exhibition will showcase the pleasure – and the pain – that comes with wearing creations by some of the world’s most famous designers.
ASIA TOPA The first-ever Asia-Pacific Triennial of Performing Arts will showcase the region’s many cultures and incorporate digital arts, music, design, installation, architecture, contemporary dance and ballet. A must-see is The Music of AR Rahman (16 February) at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl, where the superstar’s works, including the music he composed for Slumdog Millionaire, will be performed by the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra and – in a huge coup – feature AR Rahman himself as a special guest. Arts Centre Melbourne, 100 St Kilda Road artscentremelbourne.com.au Left: Kylie Minogue, Showgirl: The Homecoming Tour, 2006. Photographed by Ken McKay. Reproduced courtesy of Darenote Ltd Below: Robert Blackburn
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TIXATSIX If you’re not one for making concrete plans but like a bargain, get to Arts Centre Melbourne at 6pm each night to get your hands on one of at least 20 tickets for selected evening performances for just $30. It’s a great way to see in a top-quality show without breaking the bank. Tickets must be booked in person from the box office on level five of the Theatres Building, underneath the spire. artscentremelbourne.com.au/tixatsix A RTS C E NTR E M E LB O U R N E
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– ASIA-PACIFIC TRIENNIAL OF PERFORMING ARTS – JANUARY to APRIL 2017 –
Asia TOPA is a festival celebrating our relationship with contemporary Asia. Vital, fresh and always unpredictable, Asia TOPA offers a city-wide window onto the creative imaginations fuelling the many cultures of our region. – ASIATOPA.COM.AU – Asia TOPA is a join initiative of the Sidney Myer Fund and Arts Centre Melbourne and is supported by the Victorian and Federal Governments