Melbourne Style

Summer

MELBOURNE Style

Summer of Sport Catch all the action from the stadiums to the shore

MELBOURNE PARK 19 JAN–1 FEB 2015 ausopen.com

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For Aboriginal people, the place now known as Melbourne has been home since the beginning of time.

The sprawling metropolis of this urban city rests upon the ancestral lands of the clans of the Boonerwrung and Wurundjeri people.

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For further information go to visitvictoria.com/melbourne When you arrive, visit the Melbourne Visitor Centre at Federation Square, or look out for the City Ambassadors roaming the city streets.

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Wominjeka Welcome

No matter what you're looking for, Melbourne offers something for everyone this Summer.

Welcome to Melbourne, the world’s most liveable city for the fourth consecutive year.

We were also recently named the most friendly city in the world and extend a warm welcome to 9.2 million visitors annually.

The timing of your visit is fortuitous because Melbourne really comes alive during the summer.

The city lights up during the Christmas season with colourful festive decorations and City Square is transformed into Christmas Square complete with a full nativity scene, Santa and his team of reindeer.

Fireworks will illuminate the sky on New Year’s Eve and celebrations take place across the city as we welcome in another year.

Chinese New Year kicks off on 19 February with a cultural celebration of colour and movement as the crowds welcome the Year of the Sheep.

For one sleepless night on 21 February, White Night Melbourne celebrations will provide a lightfilled sunset-to-sunrise spectacle.

Summer means there is also plenty of outdoor entertainment and dining options at our renowned restaurants along with a range of rooftop bars and pubs throughout the city.

Melbourne is also home to some outstanding sporting events including the Commonwealth Bank Boxing Day Cricket Test and the Australian Open, which is a big drawcard for lovers of sport.

We are proud to support Destination Melbourne, Melbourne’s regional tourism organisation and together we would like to invite you to experience and enjoy everything our city has to offer this summer: you’ll love every minute.

Robert Doyle Lord Mayor

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Contents 5 Summer Overview 6 Perfect Match 8 Fever Pitch 10 World of Sport 16 Festival Spirit 19 My Melbourne 22 Centre Stage 24 Win a Melbourne Experience 27 Lost and Found 28 Summer Events

ibis Styles Melbourne, The Victoria Hotel 215 Little Collins Street, Melbourne : 9669 0000 | 1800 331 147 : stay@victoriahotel.com.au : victoriahotel.com.au

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World Class With three months of warm days and long nights to fill with heartracing sport, inspiring art and theatre, and mouth-watering foodie feasts, get ready for an unforgettable season of discovery.

Sport has never looked so good, as Melbourne rolls out the red carpet to the world’s best tennis players, cricketers, footballers, yachtsmen, pilots and cyclists for a calendar of amazing sporting prowess.

Catch all the action from the sidelines of the Australian Open, as the sporting classic heats up with two weeks of tennis excitement. Whether you have seats at Centre Court, a Ground Pass or just simply watching the highlights at Federation Square, this is an event worth catching. Another hit out of the park comes with the arrival of 16 of Asia’s best soccer, or football teams (depending on your origin), for the AFC Asian Cup Australia 2015.

White Night Melbourne Credit: Robert Blackburn

Summer would not be complete without the cheers of 'Aussie, Aussie, Aussie,' as our boys in white take to the pitch in a battle for glory. This year Melbourne welcomes a feast of bowling exploits as not only the legendary Commonwealth Bank Boxing Day Test Match hits the MCG, but the much anticipated ICC Cricket World Cup 2015 also prepares to have fanatics on the edge of their seats.

The jerseys and baggie greens give way to one of fashion’s biggest icons as the NGV’s The Fashion World of Jean Paul Gaultier: From the Sidewalk to the Catwalk continues with stunning displays from the renowned designer. For more spectacular sights it is time to take to the theatre with breathtaking musicals The Lion King and Strictly Ballroom the Musical set to launch another stellar season on stage.

Rounding off the show are three not-to-be-forgotten art and cultural extravaganzas, with the opening of the unique architecture commission and design event MPavilion, the return of White Night Melbourne, and launch of the inaugural SummerSalt Outdoor Arts Festival. Turning art on its head, this first time festival will celebrate the city’s obsession with all things art, by taking it outside for five weekends of cultural exploration.

From the sidelines and grandstands, to the laneways and galleries, Melbourne welcomes another season of sport, art, cultural and food discovery.

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Perfect Match Something amazing happens every January in Melbourne—streets buzz and chatter turns to epic battles inside Rod Laver Arena, as the Australian Open launches a year-long calendar of sport.

Ball Boys and Grand Slams The Australian Open drew thousands of fans to Melbourne Park last year— 643,280 to be exact­—with plenty more tuned in across the world. But there was a lot happening behind the scenes to make the hundreds of matches a reality. From the 4,200 racquets restrung by the Wilson stringers, the assistance of 380 ball-catching ball kids, and 350 chair umpires and linespersons, in addition to 150,000 ice-creams and 200,000 bottles of water sold—and this year is set to be even bigger.

The 2015 Australian Open will see the launch of the much anticipated refurbished Margaret Court Arena. The stadium has seen an addition of 2,500 seats and a retractable roof, which will make it completely waterproof and ensure more fans than ever before have access to uninterrupted tennis action, whatever the weather.

Further new initiatives for the 2015 Australian Open include more than 9,500 stadium seats in Hisense Arena, accessible with a Ground Pass for the first eight days of competition, and also ticketed seating across the new look Margaret Court Arena.

Out of Bounds

Australian Open Tennis 19 January — 1 February Melbourne Park australianopen.com

Australian Open

From the big screen at Garden Square to the buzzing atmosphere of the Open’s entertainment precinct Grand Slam Oval, there is a host of action happening off the court. Not only will your Ground Pass now give you access to Hisense Arena, you will also get to experience a feast of new activities and attractions. The People's Court will give you an authentic Australian Open playing experience, and there is also a brand new flagship Australian Open Shop. For those looking to get closer to the players, you'll find a bigger and better version of the hugely popular Social Shack, all on top of the shopping, dining and live entertainment that packs the Open every year.

Royce Hotel 379 St Kilda Road, Melbourne : 9677 9900 | 1800 820 909 (Toll Free) : reservations@roycehotels.com.au : roycehotels.com.au

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5-star designer boutique hotel, ideally located next to the Royal Botanic Gardens. Hotel features an award-winning restaurant, lounge bar, parking (subject to availability), 100 rooms and suites, many with views of the city skyline and some with furnished balconies.

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Australian Open

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WINNER'S CIRCLE After a long day watching the world’s best, there is nothing better than sitting back and recapping all the game points at one of these nearby venues.

Royal Saxon With two levels of clever interior design, plus a large beer garden, this isn’t your boozy local. There is a sense of urban chic as soon as you walk through the front doors, and it sticks with you as you sip on boutique brews and wildly tasty cocktails.

545 Church Street, Richmond | royalsaxon.com Mountain Goat Brewery You have probably been drinking Mountain Goat’s crafty ales for years, so why not up the game and drink it right where it is brewed?

Every Wednesday and Friday night this somewhat obscurely placed brew house opens its doors to the public, no hops barred.

80 North Street, Richmond | goatbeer.com.au

Beyond the Ball Don’t want to miss a minute of the on-court action? Even without a ticket you can catch it all from the sideline at the many activations and events running throughout Melbourne.

Keep your cool and head indoors to Melbourne's famed bars and pubs that will be spreading the tennis love throughout the tournament with live screenings and events. If being outdoors is more your style, Federation Square is a second Open hub throughout the two weeks, with the big screen showing all the highlights, as well as live scores and player interviews. They also feature a program of fun events, so pack your picnic rug and join in the Open fun— the kids can even have a hit on the Hot Shots Mini Courts and get tips from the experts.

The Bridge Hotel This is an indoor cobblestone laneway with Banksy-esque street art, an American diner, a wildlife filled garden, and a music room all in one —and it works.

642 Bridge Road, Richmond | thebridgehotel.com.au Slow Beer With a focus on sourcing local craft beer and obscure international imports, any beer lover or connoisseur will be impressed with more than 1,000 beers in stock. Slow Beer offers the perfect place to sit, sip and savour the experience.

468 Bridge Road, Richmond | slowbeer.com.au

Image (above & left): Neale Cousland/Shutterstock

Melbourne Parkview Hotel 562 St Kilda Road, Melbourne : 1300 785 453 : reservations.pv@viewhotels.com.au : viewhotels.com.au

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Fever Pitch Cricket fanatics will have the chance to celebrate in sporting style as two wicket smashing events head to the MCG. World of Sport This season the world’s cricketing prowess is on display as the much anticipated ICC Cricket World Cup 2015 finally hits the MCG. With 44 days of pitch pounding and fast bowling to enjoy, this is the season to sit back and cheer on our boys. Melbourne will host five massive games; England v Australia (14 February), South Africa v India (22 February) and Sri Lanka v Bangladesh (26 February), before the Quarter Final (19 March) and the Final (29 March).

Commonwealth Bank Boxing Day Test Match

Boxing Day Test Match

26–30 December Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) cricket.com.au

It has been 65 years since the opening innings of the first ever Test match held on Boxing Day—and this city hasn’t looked back. This December it is time to once again shake out your green and gold and join in the mesmerising chants of ‘Aussie, Aussie, Aussie’. The hallowed stands of the MCG will welcome fans for another thrilling grudge match between the Aussies and India in the battle for glory in the Commonwealth Bank Boxing Day Test Match.

ICC Cricket World Cup 2015 14 February – 29 March Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) cricketworldcup.com

Image (top, right): Roberto Seba / Tourism Australia / Time Out Australia

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melbourne style BACKYARD CHAMPION With summer comes the traditional and much contested backyard cricket championship­—where every park, beach, backyard and garden becomes the pitch, with friends and family the competitors. Here are some great city escapes.

Birrarung Marr Sitting snugly below Federation Square on the north bank of the Yarra River, this inner city patch of green offers the perfect place to set up a pitch and get bowling.

Batman Avenue, Melbourne

Birrarung Marr

Royal Exhibition Building, Carlton Gardens

Carlton Gardens Crowning the top of the city, this lush garden is ideal for a picnic and a few sneaky innings. It is also home to the stunning Royal Exhibition Building and Melbourne Museum —a great distraction if your team doesn’t take the win.

1-111 Carlton Street, Carlton Albert Park Home to one of Melbourne’s most famed sporting events —the Grand Prix, Albert Park is the destination for sporting endeavours. It offers great facilities including playgrounds, ovals, restaurants, barbeques and boat hire.

Aughtie Drive, Albert Park Port Melbourne Beach Nothing beats a game of beach cricket and this wide sandy shore is the idyllic spot to try out your spinner.

Beach Street, Port Melbourne

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Enjoy all the excitement of Southbank and its famous restaurants, Arts Centre Melbourne, Federation Square and Crown Casino. Stay in a stylish one-bedroom apartment and receive a scrumptious hot breakfast at a famous Southbank restaurant, free car parking, plus late checkout at 12 noon. Ring us direct to book quoting ‘DM2014.’

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ISAF Sailing World Cup 7–14 December Sandringham Yacht Club sailmelbourne.com.au

AFC Asian Cup Australia 2015 9–31 January Melbourne Rectangular Stadium afcasiancup.com

Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race

World of Sport

31 January – 1 February Geelong cadelevansgreatoceanroadrace.com.au

Australian International Airshow 24 February – 1 March Avalon Airport airshow.com.au

Sea, sky, stadium and street—sport is on show this season. With cult favourites and new feats, there is something to cheer for, no matter your caper.

ISAF Sailing World Cup

AFC Asian Cup Australia 2015

By Sea The entire Australian Olympic sailing team will set sail from Sandringham Yacht Club as they compete in the ISAF Sailing World Cup. Watch as they compete against the world’s best on picturesque Port Phillip Bay, with a landloving festival of fashion, food and family entertainment to enjoy as you take in the spectacle.

Holy Grail The city’s renamed Melbourne Rectangular Stadium will host one of Australia's biggest ever football tournaments—the AFC Asian Cup Australia 2015, when 16 countries from across Asia will showcase their skills in seven games in Melbourne. The Asian Cup is held every four years and is Asia’s premier men's football competition. The 23-day tournament will kick off in Melbourne with an Opening Ceremony before Australia takes on Kuwait (9 January).

Road Rules As the first event of its kind in Australia, the elite one day race—Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race, will offer a thrilling showcase of intense cycling competition. Set against some of the state’s most spectacular coastal scenery, the challenging race will start in Geelong, travel through Barwon Heads and Bells Beach before ending with a dramatic finish back on Geelong’s Waterfront.

Sky Bound Marking the centenary of the formation of the Australia and New Zealand Army Corps, and also a centenary of military service to the nation from 1915 to 2015, the Australian International Airshow (24 February – 1 March) will have all eyes turned skywards for an amazing display of aerial acrobatics.

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VISIT THE SHRINE OF REMEMBRANCE Contemplate the quiet solitude of the sanctuary, explore the memorials in the surrounding parkland and discover the story of Australians in war and peacekeeping in our exhibitions and displays.

Free guided tours, daily at 11am and 2pm Remembrance Ray of Light ceremonies, every half hour from 10.30am Galleries of Remembrance, open daily Free admission —

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Birdwood Avenue and St Kilda Road, Melbourne 03 9661 8100 www.shrine.org.au Open daily 10am-5pm (closed Good Friday and Christmas Day) Free entry. Donations welcome

BOHEMIAN MELBOURNE Artist, rebel, hippie, hipster?

Revealing Melbourne’s enduring countercultures, this exhibition celebrates a who’s who of creative free spirits through their art and romantic bohemian legacy that has shaped the character of this city.

FREE EXHIBITION 12 Dec – 22 Feb

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Image: Liz Ham, Vali Myers in her studio in the Nicholas Building, Melbourne, 1997, gelatin silver photograph, State Library Victoria

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DELIGHTS Immerse yourself in the rich culture that makes Fed Square such a quintessential Melbourne experience.

With a tempting array of eateries, art exhibitions and diverse events, Fed Square endlessly delights.

Plan your visit at fedsquare.com

FREE EXHIBITION — 4 Dec 2014 – 15 March 2015 ACMI, Federation Square

acmi.net.au

Yang Fudong Filmscapes Yang Fudong, Yejiang / The Nightman Cometh, 2011. Courtesy of Yang Fudong, ShanghART Gallery (Shanghai, Beijing, Singapore) and Marian Goodman Gallery (New York, Paris, London)

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EXPLORE ALL THE ACTION OF THE MCG! The city heats up this season with an action-packed summer of sport and the mighty ‘G is a must see destination not to be missed. Experience the inner sanctum of the MCG and discover what makes Australia such a great sporting country.

Take an unforgettable MCG Tour and test your skills in the National Sports Museum’s interactive gallery; Game On! Wind down over a tasty lunch and barista-style coffee in the Paddock Café, and complete your visit at the MCG Superstore where you can find the perfect gift for everyone.

Open seven days.

Find us at Gate 3, MCG For more information visit mcg.org.au or nsm.org.au T 61 3 9657 8879

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Surrounded by leading fashion boutiques, lively cafes and close to Melbourne’s many attractions.

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Boasting Melbourne’s most central location on Bourke Street Mall. Offering comfortable, affordable accommodation in the hub of Melbourne close to many attractions.

Causeway Inn On The Mall 327 Bourke Street Mall Melbourne Vic 3000

*Rates advertised are for midweek stays (Sun-Thurs) and for stays from 01 December 2014 to 28 February 2015. Further promotional rates are available between December 2014 and February 2015. Subject to availability. Not available during special event periods.

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MPavilion 7 October – 1 February Queen Victoria Gardens mpavilion.org

SummerSalt Outdoor Arts Festival

Festival Spirit The warm days and balmy nights of summer make for ideal settings to experience the colour, buzz and electric vibes of the season’s creative festivals.

White Night Melbourne

23 January – 21 February Southbank/Arts Precinct summersaltfestival.com.au

White Night Melbourne 21 February Various venues around Melbourne whitenightmelbourne.com.au

Night Light Winding its way through the laneways, hugging the banks of the river, illuminating the streets and parks, White Night Melbourne is back to light up the city in an epic celebration of rediscovery. For one night Melbourne opens its doors and transforms into a light-filled playground with art installations, live entertainment, film showcases and theatre performances, all bathed in spectacular light.

From dusk to dawn the public will have access to a maze of free and ticketed events, featuring local and international artists, and transforming sites throughout the city centre. The 2015 program is set to break the limits with a rich and expansive list of adventures that will take you on a journey of discovery through Melbourne’s vibrant streets.

Handstands and Summersaults Art in Melbourne is about to get even better with the launch of the inaugural SummerSalt Outdoor Arts Festival, offering the perfect excuse to dive into one of the city’s biggest passions.

The festival will bring together Melbourne’s leading arts organisations, including; Melbourne Recital Centre, Arts Centre Melbourne, Australian Centre for Contemporary Arts, Malthouse Theatre, Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, Melbourne Theatre Company, National Gallery of Victoria, The Australian Ballet and Victorian College of the Arts amongst others, to take the arts outdoors for five weekends of adventure and exploration.

SummerSalt will offer an exciting assault for the senses, with an impressive line-up of Australian and international acts who will inspire and excite by day; with giant art installations, puppetry and interactive theatre, virtual reality tours, woodland operas, aerial performances, storytelling and hands-on experiences.

As night falls, the city skyline will be a backdrop for secret gigs, massive parties, free concerts, street-art, film screenings, open-air theatre, opera and the chance to dance the night away.

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HOT TICKET Make your afternoons lazy and your evenings long as you explore the best of the summer’s festival and events calendar.

Christmas Festival Melbourne dons the Christmas spirit in style as the festive season sends the city into a frenzy of green, red and gold. City Square will be home to a festive hub with a forest of colourfully decorated Christmas trees, while the iconic Myer Christmas Windows will return for another season of whimsy and wonderful on Bourke Street Mall. melbourne.vic.gov.au/christmas New Year’s Eve Melbourne will farewell 2014 and welcome in the new year with a vibrant celebration across the city. Live sites will be in full swing at Kings Domain, Treasury Gardens, Docklands and Flagstaff Gardens, with entertainment and a prime viewing area of the fireworks that will light up the sky at midnight. Families can join the fun at Yarra Park with early eve entertainment and a 9.30pm fireworks show. melbourne.vic.gov.au/nye St Kilda Festival Join the crowds of thousands for one of the city’s most loved street parties. The nine-day festival kicks off with Yalukit Wilum Ngargee, a relaxed celebration of indigenous arts in O'Donnell Gardens, and culminates with Festival Sunday, when 450,000 visitors will flood the streets of St Kilda for an all out day of merrymaking and music. stkildafestival.com.au Queen Victoria Night Market Melbourne’s original Night Market is back every Wednesday this summer, with its eclectic and electric mix of food, music and shopping.

Discover the best emerging designers, artists, musicians and foodies that crowd the historic site with their amazing offerings. qvm.com.au/night-market

Christmas Square

Program Picks Eager to explore and experience the best of SummerSalt Outdoor Arts Festival’s packed program? There is so much to fit into your arts-fuelled weekend outing.

For families, highlights include The SummerSalt Beach, a large-scale interactive sculpture that irreverently showcases Australia’s beach and city culture; the breath-taking displays of aerial dance, theatre and digital art

by Pixel Mountain; and a series of giant animal installation artworks across the facades of the precinct’s iconic buildings in Creature Features.

For night dwellers, The Garden Party will entice; featuring sounds from international and Australian acts in outdoor musical bliss, with free classical concerts by Melbourne Symphony Orchestra at Sidney Myer Music Bowl and ‘dance along’ screenings of cult-dance films with The Australian Ballet, who will teach audiences the moves.

Grand Design Every morning Melbourne’s newest attraction, MPavilion, unfurls and welcomes in the masses for free talks, workshops, performances and installations. Hidden amongst the lush Queen Victoria Gardens, opposite Arts Centre Melbourne, the architect-designed pavilion is reminiscent of the iconic outback sheds and verandahs that litter the Australian countryside.

Pop in for the daily opening ceremony (8am) to see the pavilion open itself into the gardens, meet up for coffee from the Everyday Elsewhere kiosk, and keep an eye on the exciting events program.

Image (top, left): Roberto Seba Image (bottom, left): Neale Cousland / Shutterstock Image (top): Roberto Seba / Tourism Australia / Time Out Australia

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Location: Waterfront Southgate.

Models dressed with assistance by American Rag, Southgate.

Promenade table? Perfect.

Fall in love with Melbourne all over again as the sun comes out on the Southgate side of the river. Dinner or drinks, upstairs or downstairs, with city lights or river views.

All along the promenade at Southgate.

Restaurants Boutique Shopping Food Court Bars Southgate Cinema Everyday Needs Local Artworks

Zoo adventures await!

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HEalESvillE Sanctuary

Lion Gorge

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Splash | Starts 20 December

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Dare to enter Lion Gorge, meet the new African Wild Dog pack and get up close to the endangered Philippines Crocodile at our thrilling new experience. Only for the brave and lion-hearted!

Feel the sand between your toes at our new Hippo Beach. Swing with the summer breeze in a hammock, dig for buried treasure and catch our hippo keeper talk. Plus, cool off in our water play area.

Visit us this summer!

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Splash into summer at the Sanctuary! Chill out in our misty spray zones, wade through the Badger Creek Sprinkler Spray and discover how our animals keep cool over the warmer months.

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My Melbourne This season we spoke to Melbourne AFC Asian Cup Australia 2015 Ambassador and former Socceroo great Harry Kewell, who promises this to be the event of a lifetime for Australian football fans.

Sydney-born Kewell, who now calls Melbourne home, joins a stellar team of Asian Cup football ambassadors including Alan Davidson, Brett Emerton and Paul Okon among others. “I will be a very proud Aussie when the anthems are played at the opening match between the Socceroos and Kuwait in Melbourne on 9 January,” said Kewell, who played in Australia’s first Asian Cup in 2007, and again in the 2011 campaign when the Socceroos went all the way to the final, only to be defeated 1-0 by Japan.

The AFC Asian Cup Australia 2015 is set to be one of the biggest sporting events in Melbourne this year. Why do you think Melbourne attracts such great sport?

Not only does Melbourne attract all the good sporting events like the Grand Prix, golf majors and the Australian Open, but even hip hop and R&B singers all go to Melbourne. It’s the first port of call in Australia. Melburnians love their sport. If it is a good game and good entertainment it will be sold out.

Who are the biggest contenders for the AFC Asian Cup Australia 2015?

People say the usual suspects, like Japan, Australia, South Korea and Iran, but I am going to throw it out there and say I think it is going to be really open this year. None of the Asian teams had a good World Cup. The likes of Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Qatar and Kuwait are up-and-coming, they are starting to learn and have different coaches and mentality now. Australia will definitely be one of the powerhouses, but I am expecting it to be a more open competition.

Harry Kewell

You have had a long history with Melbourne, playing for both Melbourne Victory and Melbourne Heart. What keeps bringing you back?

I wanted to come back and play football in Australia and one of the first teams I spoke to in the A-League was Melbourne Victory. We had heard so much about Melbourne and I wanted to try the Melbourne lifestyle.

In that season with the Victory, I fell in love with Melbourne. Melbourne always reminds me of a European city—it’s got the best of Australia, as well as offering that European culture.

Melbourne loves its sport–what is your favourite?

I have a few—I enjoy the Grand Prix races, the Australian Open, special golf tournaments, the Melbourne Cup and the AFL Grand Final. There’s nothing like the atmosphere of a sold-out MCG. For more information on the AFC Asian Cup Australia, visit afcasiancup.com

Harry Kewell's Melbourne Favourites…

Café: The Pantry, Brighton—my family love it; great food and

there is always something happening there.

Restaurant: Maha, off Bond Street. I love everything about it;

first and foremost the food. It’s one of those places where you have a favourite dish—the slow cooked lamb is the best.

Event: Grand Prix—what they do is amazing; it’s a wonderful day.

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101 Waterfront Way, Docklands, Melbourne : 8688 9688 : melbournestar.com : Open daily, 10am to 10pm (last admission at 9.30pm)

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Melbourne Star, located in the thriving waterfront precinct of Docklands, is the perfect way to start your Melbourne visit and provides a new perspective of Melbourne’s vibrant cityscape, day or night. Melbourne Star—what every visitor to Melbourne should do first.

Located only nine minutes by train to the MCG, Rod Laver Arena and AAMI Park and twelve minutes to Flinders Street Station. Enjoy stylish 4.5-star selfcontained Studio apartment accommodation with the convenience of self-catering kitchenette facilities, 24-hour reception, FOXTEL, Wi-Fi, gymnasium, on-site secure car parking, BBQ terrace and on-site French Cafe serving breakfast daily from 7am.

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Ultimate Melbournian Style There is a hidden jewel few minutes from the CBD with so many altenatives that you’ll be amazed.

Award winning restaurants and pubs, eclectic fashion shops and a heritage walk through more than 150 years of history, will make your day of shopping a whole new experience.

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Dracula’s Cabaret

‘Retro Vampt’, a 1970’s inspired fangfest, is now playing at Dracula’s Cabaret.

‘Retro Vampt’ takes you on a tripnotic journey of psychedelic variety acts, wide flares, big hair and fangs. It’s a fast-paced, wild ride, presented in three separate acts and punctuated with acrobatic dance, mime, puppetry, and mind-bending staging, all set to a funky 70’s song list. ‘Retro Vampt’ features a multi-talented cast, live music and Dracula’s signature razor edge comedy and love for bizarre art-house madness.

Tickets include a delicious three-course meal, a ride on our Ghost Train and the two-hour live comedy-cabaret show ‘Retro Vampt’. Or why not consider hiring out this unique venue for a lunch, cocktail party or evening event—perfect for Christmas parties and birthday celebrations!

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Strictly Ballroom the Musical

Centre Stage From the theatres to the galleries and dining halls, this season delivers a feast of theatrical delights.

Roaring Success Recently making history as the world’s biggest musical, The Lion King is returning to the Regent Theatre, 10 years after it wowed Melbourne audiences. The family friendly and award-winning, epic tale of fulfilling one’s destiny will delight with glorious colour, stunning effects and unforgettable music, including Elton John and Tim Rice’s Circle of Life, Hakuna Matata and the Academy Award-winning Can You Feel The Love Tonight? Set against the majesty of the Serengeti Plains, the re-imagined show is truly breathtaking.

Strictly Spectacular From the silver screen to the stage of Her Majesty's Theatre, one of the country’s favourite films is set to be one of the best musicals of the year.

The Baz Luhrmann directed stage adaptation of Strictly Ballroom will tell the inspiring story of a championship ballroom dancer who defies all the rules to follow his heart. With a score filled with classics such as Love is in the Air and Time after Time, as well as some wonderful new songs by local artists; Sia and Eddie Perfect, get ready to be dancing in the aisles.

Iconic Styles The fabulous fashion inspiration continues with the National Gallery of Victoria’s amazing exhibition The Fashion World of Jean Paul Gaultier: From the Sidewalk to the Catwalk. Meander through the 140 superbly crafted garments that have graced the stage, screen and runway, and have been seen on some of the world’s most famous fashionistas­; including Kylie Minogue, Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman and Cate Blanchett. This remarkable and unconventional exhibition offers one of the most immersive explorations into the defining and amazing work from one of fashion’s greatest icons.

The Fashion World of Jean Paul Gaultier: From the Sidewalk to the Catwalk

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Image (left): Perou. Dita Von Teese: Flaunt 2003. Dada collection. Jean Paul Gaultier, women’s prêt-à-porter, spring-summer 1983. © Perou Image (above): Jeff Busby Image (top, right): Image Play

Be inspired by the stunning fashions on the stage and in the gallery, and head out to discover your own style at the boutiques and designer stores that grace the city streets.

Emporium Melbourne Emporium Melbourne is home to a veritable shopping bag of first-to-Australia brands and sleek and shiny Melbourne flagship stores, plus food and drink stops that redefine the very notion of shopping sustenance.

287 Lonsdale Street | emporiummelbourne.com.au

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Melbourne Central This train station come retail mecca has a little bit of everything and a whole lot of something special. Bringing together more than 300 retailers over five levels, Melbourne Central Shopping Centre is home to an absorbing range of Australian and international fashion brands from Gorman, Alannah Hill and Crumpler to Lulamae, Vans and Nique.

Cnr Swanston & Latrobe Streets | melbournecentral.com.au Bourke Street Mall This tried and true favourite has been the destination for fashion in Melbourne for years, and it is only getting better. With the addition of global names, as well as the new integration of Myer and David Jones with Emporium, dive into the bustling hive that is the Bourke Street Mall.

Melbourne's retail heart links Swanston and Elizabeth Streets and is only open to trams and pedestrians.

The Lion King

The Fashion World of Jean Paul Gaultier: From the Sidewalk to the Catwalk On show until 8 February National Gallery of Victoria ngv.vic.gov.au

Strictly Ballroom the Musical From 16 January Her Majesty's Theatre strictlyballroomthemusical.com

The Lion King From 20 February The Regent Theatre lionking.com.au

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Shop in style at The Fashion Capital.

DISCOVER THE LARGEST SHOPPING CENTRE IN THE SOUTHERN HEMISPHERE Explore 530 stores, 50 Australian and international designer boutiques plus 16 world-class luxury brands.

All under one roof and just 25 minutes from the city.

FREE FASHION SHUTTLE BUS Running 7 days a week from Federation Square. (corner of Flinders & Russell Street, opposite Forum Theatre) FEDERATION SQUARE TO CHADSTONE 9am, 10.30am, 12.30pm, 1.30pm, 2.30pm & 3.30pm CHADSTONE TO FEDERATION SQUARE 11am, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm & 5pm For enquiries & timetable information, call 9567 1050 or visit www.chadstone.com.au

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A little bit of everything one aisle at a time Stroll through the freshest that Melbourne has to offer in food and specialty shopping in the heart of the CBD. The largest open air market in the Southern Hemisphere.

Open Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

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Friday 12 , Saturday 13, Sunday 14 December 2014 A festival of light, community, food and entertainment for all ages, Jubilation is a great way for Melburnians to support CFA volunteers at Christmas and get ready for the summer fire season. .

Presented by Destination Docklands, Lend Lease and MAB

Monday 26 January 2015

Thursday 26 February Thursday 5 & 12 March 2015

Australia Day returns to Docklands again in 2015 with a stunning fireworks display of light and colour over Victoria Harbour.

Enjoy balmy summer nights with free, outdoor movies at Point Park Docklands, on the banks of the Yarra River.

Visit www.destinationdocklands.com.au for a full list of Docklands’ summer events and activity.

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Lost and Found Discover, explore and uncover the hidden gems in Melbourne’s laneways and arcades.

You are bound to be impressed with the amazing secrets lost in this colourful and eclectic maze.

Visual Feasts

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Well Hunted

Whether it is the vibrant prints and designs that illuminate the city laneways, or the stunning and creative exhibitions that line gallery walls, art rises to the occasion in Melbourne.

Browse, peruse and purchase to your heart’s content in the labyrinth of laneways, byways and arcades found across the city. Melbourne has mastered the art of shopping with a unique and vibrant offering of local and international names. Whether you're after high fashion or fine art, jewellery or accessories, homewares or stationery, it can all be unearthed in this treasure trove of retail delights.

Dining grows and blooms in the city’s byways and laneways, creating a melting pot of new, innovative and amazing foodie experiences that are worth the hunt. With drinking dens, caffeine-fuelled cafés and one-off restaurants constantly popping up, there is always something fresh to encounter.

Discover the innovative and unique as you take a journey through the maze of laneways. Must see destinations include; Hosier Lane (1), Manchester Lane (2), Union Lane (3) and AC/DC Lane (4), but there are many more to uncover as you take a gander at one of Melbourne’s most intriguing pursuits. Duck into the old red-brick furniture warehouses and printing suppliers, and find lofts showcasing enchanting temporary exhibitions in Guildford Lane (5).

Cathedral Arcade (6), Royal Arcade (7) and The Block Arcade (8) are the ideal place to start your fashion discovery. Feel the magnetic pull towards the elegant and chic city arcades that offer a charming mix of designer, rare and vintage pieces that are sure to become treasured favourites.

Stay ahead of the pack at tasty new ventures like eco-friendly soup kitchen Brothl (9)—the newest addition to the food hub in Hardware Street (9), or the pan-Asian delicacies at Lucy Liu (10) in bustling Olivers Lane (10). No matter where your journey of food discovery takes you, you are sure to be satisfied by the rich masterpieces that cross your plate.

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Summer Events UNTIL 8 FEBRUARY The Fashion World of Jean Paul Gaultier: From the Sidewalk to the Catwalk National Gallery of Victoria The NGV continues its stellar exhibition which has delighted audiences for the last few months. With over 140 superbly crafted garments, in addition to photographs and sketches, it is one of the most immersive examples of this fashion great. ngv.vic.gov.au

UNTIL 25 DECEMBER Christmas Festival Various venues around Melbourne The city lights up with colourful decorations as Christmas is welcomed in true festive spirit. City Square transforms into Christmas Square, hosting a traditional nativity scene, Rudolph and friends, and of course the most jolly of residents—Santa himself. melbourne.vic.gov.au/christmas

7–14 DECEMBER

New Year's Eve

Image (above): Lucas Dawson Photography

31 DECEMBER New Year’s Eve Various venues around Melbourne Revellers in Melbourne will be some of the first in the world to welcome the new year—and will do so in style. Live sites will be located at Kings Domain, Treasury Gardens, Docklands and Flagstaff Gardens, and offer unparalleled views of the fireworks. melbourne.vic.gov.au/nye

9–31 JANUARY AFC Asian Cup Australia 2015 Melbourne Rectangular Stadium The countdown is on to Australia's biggest ever football tournament—the AFC Asian Cup. Held every four years the Asian Cup is the premier men's football competition throughout Asia. The tournament kicks off in Melbourne with Australia taking on Kuwait. afcasiancup.com Strictly Ballroom the Musical

ISAF Sailing World Cup Sandringham Yacht Club Head to Port Phillip Bay to see the world’s best Olympic sailors compete. The action on land continues at the marine carnival; including entertainment, fashion and fun activities for the whole family. sailmelbourne.com.au

26–30 DECEMBER Commonwealth Bank Boxing Day Test Match Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) The MCG will be packed with spectators watching this famous post–Christmas test cricket match, with the Aussies taking on India in test three of the four test series. cricket.com.au Image (below): Little Red Photography

Image (above): Jeff Busby

FROM 16 JANUARY Strictly Ballroom the Musical Her Majesty's Theatre Based on the much-loved Australian film, this brand new production will have audiences dancing in the aisles in a kaleidoscope of colour and fun. Directed by Baz Luhrmann, Strictly Ballroom the Musical features classic songs from the film including Love is in the Air and Time After Time. strictlyballroomthemusical.com

19 JANUARY – 1 FEBRUARY Australian Open Tennis Melbourne Park

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The first Grand Slam of the year brings the world’s best tennis players to Melbourne to compete on the famous blue courts for one of the richest prize pools in the game.

With enthusiastic fans and some hard-hitting action, this is the event of the summer. australianopen.com

FROM 20 FEBRUARY

SummerSalt Outdoor Arts Festival

The Lion King

Southbank/Arts Precinct

The Regent Theatre

Melbourne’s newest, must-visit summer festival includes a spectacular program of free and low-cost, kid-friendly adventures that will enliven the day and turn Southbank into an adult playground at night. summersaltfestival.com.au

Loved by over 70 million people, Disney's landmark musical event The Lion King opens for a strictly limited season. Wonderfully re-imagined by acclaimed director Julie Taymor, Disney's beloved film is transformed into a spectacular theatrical experience that will redefine your expectations of theatre. lionking.com.au

31 JANUARY – 1 FEBRUARY Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race

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Geelong

White Night Melbourne

The first event of its kind in Australia, this elite one day race delivers high excitement and intense competition. With some of Victoria’s most spectacular coastal scenery as its backdrop, the challenging race will start in Geelong, travel through Barwon Heads and Bells Beach before ending with a dramatic finish on Geelong’s Waterfront. cadelevansgreatoceanroadrace.com.au

Various venues around Melbourne

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For one sleepless night, see Melbourne in a different light. Head into the city to see galleries, theatres, music venues, retail spaces, laneways and museums transformed by artists and entertainers at this sunset-to-sunrise celebration. whitenightmelbourne.com.au Australian International Airshow

Chinese New Year Various locations across Melbourne Melbourne celebrates Chinese New Year like no other with a city wide festival that spreads from the rivers and laneways to the outer limits. Welcome the Year of the Sheep with lantern festivals, markets, dragon dancing and so much more. cnymelbourne.com.au

6–7 FEBRUARY Blak Nite Screen 2015 Treasury Gardens Now in its sixth year, Blak Nite Screen 2015 returns to Treasury Gardens this February.

This free event celebrates the talents of Indigenous filmmakers and actors. The opening night shines a spotlight on the stellar film and television career of David Gulpilil. melbourne.vic.gov.au/whatson

24 FEBRUARY – 1 MARCH Australian International Airshow Avalon Airport

14 FEBRUARY – 29 MARCH ICC Cricket World Cup 2015 Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) The ICC Cricket World Cup is being jointly hosted by Australia and New Zealand and will feature 49 matches in 44 days across 14 cities. Melbourne will welcome five massive matches to the Melbourne Cricket Ground including a grudge match between Australia and England (14 February), as well as the Quarter Final and the Final. cricketworldcup.com

Set to deliver one of the most exciting flying display programs ever seen in Australia— from the thunder of military fighter jets to the snarl of warbirds, a unique mix of military, commercial, antique, airsport, rotor and general aviation aircraft will thrill visitors. airshow.com.au

27 FEBRUARY – 15 MARCH Melbourne Food and Wine Festival Various locations across Melbourne and regional Victoria The city plays host to more than 200 unforgettable food and wine events, as part of the renowned Melbourne Food and Wine Festival. Don’t miss the 'World’s Longest Lunch', one-off dinners, masterclasses, hands-on cooking classes, tours and tastings. melbournefoodandwine.com.au Image (below): Daniel Mahon

SBK Superbike World Championship

20–22 FEBRUARY SBK Superbike World Championship Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit The fastest men on two wheels battle on Victoria’s challenging Phillip Island Circuit.

There will be three days of production bike racing thrills on the track with non-stop trackside entertainment. worldsbk.com

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QUIET CONTENTMENT Whether you are looking to escape to the trails and tracks that wind through the stunning forest, or you are more keen to take a seat and wine and dine on the area’s best produce, Marysville offers it all.

TO THE MOUNTAIN Take the scenic route and explore lush forests, impressive waterfalls and native wildlife against the backdrop of magnificent mountain ranges. Stroll along the area's many walking tracks—be amazed as you pass under towering gums and shady fern trees.

Or for those who like it a little faster, up the ante on single track mountain bike trails or on the road cycle from Marysville to Lake Mountain. Marysville offers a chance to be invigorated by the pristine environment and is the ideal destination for nature lovers and adventurers—a delight to discover year-round.

FOODIE FINDS In the midst of the quaint village stores, you will discover a treasure trove of gourmet goods—from picnic staples to coffee and baked treats, you won’t be going hungry.

From breakfast to dinner, Radius Bar & Grill—one of the regions newest offerings—has it all with a restaurant, bar, café, deli and bakehouse, all serving Modern Australian, locally sourced, fresh regional Yarra Valley produce. With everything from takeaway to casual and formal dining, Radius Bar & Grill makes it easy to ensure you are well fed.

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STAY AND PLAY Turn your day trip into a luxurious weekend away with a stay at the brand new Vibe Hotel Marysville (opening early 2015). Located just 90 minutes east of Melbourne, this new 4.5-star hotel impresses with 5-star Green Rating and huge food offerings with Radius Bar & Grill's restaurant, bar, café and bakery. You can also enjoy the spa, gymnasium and outdoor pool— perfect in the summer heat.

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