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No matter what you’re looking for, Melbourne offers something for everyone this winter.

Australia’s cultural and sporting capital offers an enviable wealth of attractions and experiences.

Music fans can immerse themselves in the life and work of one of the great contemporary iconoclasts as part of the 2015 Melbourne Winter Masterpieces, in the Australian-exclusive David Bowie is exhibition at ACMI. While the NGV will showcase one of the world’s greatest art collections in Masterpieces from the Hermitage: The Legacy of Catherine the Great, the Melbourne Museum continues to engage visitors with The WW1 Centenary Exhibition.

The MCG will burst to life with three International Champions Cup fixtures featuring world-class football heavyweights, the Holden State of Origin Game 2 and the AFL. Melbourne has something for everyone from blockbuster musicals to the city’s famous live music and nightlife.

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Contents 5 Discover a Treasure Trove 6 Catherine’s Legacy 8 Bowie Comes to Town 13 My Melbourne 15 A Century Later 17 Best of the Best 18 City Beat 21 Festive Times 22 The Stage is Set 2 4 Sign Up and Win 28 Winter Events 30 Wyndham — Werribee, Point Cook & Surrounds

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Discover a Treasure Trove Melbourne reels you in with Winter Masterpieces, festivals and a sporting smorgasbord that’s sure to delight.

For visitors young and old, Melbourne dresses in its dynamic best this season. The list of winter events grows each year, with none more impressive than the centrepiece of the cultural calendar, the Melbourne Winter Masterpieces exhibitions.

At the Australian Centre for the Moving Image (ACMI), the Melbourne Winter Masterpieces: David Bowie is encapsulates the career and style of one of music, entertainment and fashion’s most iconic figures. The second Melbourne Winter Masterpieces: Masterpieces from the Hermitage: The Legacy of Catherine the Great opens at the National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) and features more than 400 works from the personal collection of the Russian empress, including pieces

by Rembrandt, Velasquez, Rubens and Titian.

Strictly Ballroom the Musical Image: Jeff Busby

Also at the NGV, in a first for an Australian art institution, Shifting Gear: Design, Innovation and the Australian Car features some of Australia’s most iconic vehicles and celebrates more than 100 years of Australian car design, while A Golden Age of China: Qianlong Emperor, 1736–1795 tells the story of China’s foremost art collector and one of its most successful rulers, Qianlong Emperor.

On show at the Melbourne Museum, the ground-breaking WW1 Centenary Exhibition — exclusive to Melbourne — reminds visitors of the sacrifice and reality of war, in an innovative and interactive experience.

No season in Melbourne would be complete without major sporting highlights, and the stakes have never been higher. It’s been 18 years since Queensland and New South Wales met at the MCG, but this year the ground hosts Game II of the 2015 Holden State of Origin Series, where the long-time rivals will battle it out. For the first time in Australasia, the International Champions Cup sees three of Europe’s biggest football (soccer) clubs face off against each other and the 2015 Toyota AFL Premiership Season makes its way closer to the Finals Series.

Music, art, culture and theatrics are in abundance with the Melbourne International Jazz Festival, Melbourne Writers Festival and the world-famous Melbourne International Film Festival coming to town. With stage blockbusters such as The Lion King, Aussie classic Strictly Ballroom the Musical and the hilarious Anything Goes also showing, Melbourne is the cultural destination for all visitors.

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Catherine’s Legacy Explore one of the world’s great museums, the Hermitage Museum of St Petersburg, and the legacy of the ruler of Russia’s Golden Age. Melbourne’s Cultural Centrepiece

More than the Masters

Melbourne Winter Masterpieces has been a part of the city’s arts and cultural landscape since 2004, and this year the National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) welcomes Masterpieces from the Hermitage: The Legacy of Catherine the Great. More than 400 works from her personal collection will be on display, representing the foundation of the Hermitage’s collection and including outstanding pieces by Rembrandt, Velasquez and more.

Also on show at the NGV International, A Golden Age of China: Qianlong Emperor, 1736–1795, showcases treasures from Beijing’s Palace Museum and tells the story of China’s foremost art collector Qianlong Emperor, the longest living emperor in the country’s history. The exhibition displays paintings, ceremonial weapons, objets d’art and other palace treasures, and reveals the mystery and secrets of imperial life in the Forbidden City.

A prolific acquirer of art of the period, Catherine the Great’s collection reflects the finest art of the 18th century, and includes paintings, drawings, porcelain and other exquisite items. The exhibition design will feature interior furnishings, wallpapers and architectural details directly inspired by the Hermitage’s gallery spaces allowing visitors to feel as though they’re actually viewing the art inside the famous museum.

At The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia, Shifting Gear: Design, Innovation & the Australian Car displays 23 of the country’s most iconic vehicles as objects of art and design. It celebrates our nation’s proud history of automobile design and engineering, and looks ahead to the future of the Australian car industry.

Image (top): Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn, Dutch 1606–1669, Young woman trying on earrings 1657, oil on wood panel, 39.5 x 32.5 cm. The State Hermitage Museum, St Petersburg (Inv. № ГЭ-784), Acquired from the collection of the Comte de Baudouin, Paris, 1781. EXHI029589

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Looking for a coffee or afternoon tea after a busy day exploring the city’s exhibitions?

Melbourne’s got you covered.

NGV Tea Room Enjoy some of the finer things in life at this NGV haven. A modern take on a classical institution, there’s no better place to take a time out during a day’s visit at the gallery.

The Paris to Melbourne High Tea, in particular, is certain to make you feel a little regal before you continue your adventures.

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A Golden Age of China: Qianlong Emperor, 1736–1795 Arbory Bar & Eatery

Now showing until 21 June NGV International ngv.vic.gov.au

Shifting Gear: Design, Innovation and the Australian Car Now showing until 12 July The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia ngv.vic.gov.au

Melbourne Winter Masterpiece: Masterpieces from the Hermitage: The Legacy of Catherine the Great 31 July–8 November NGV International ngv.vic.gov.au

Image (left): Giuseppe CASTIGLIONE Italian 1688–1766, worked in China 1714–66 Portrait of Qianlong Emperor in ceremonial court robe Qing dynasty, Qianlong period 1736, coloured inks on silk 238.5 x 179.2 cm (image and sheet), The Palace Museum, Beijing (Gu6464)

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CULTURAL CAFÉS

Arbory Bar & Eatery A newcomer to the Melbourne coffee scene, Arbory is located on the northern bank of the Yarra River adjacent to Flinders Street Station.

Innovative in design, it’s set upon a disused light rail track that’s now home to the city’s longest bar. With sweeping views of Southbank, it’s a great place to revive with an expertly made coffee.

Flinders Walk | arbory.com.au Cup of Truth For the ultimate coffee on the run, try Cup of Truth, located in an arcade beneath Flinders Street. The staff at the small espresso bar are renowned for their jokes, their blunt honesty and, most of all, their excellent coffee.

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Bowie Comes to Town As part of Melbourne Winter Masterpieces, discover the genius and legacy of one of the world’s most iconic figures, David Bowie.

Ground Control to Major Tom In an Australasian exclusive, the Australian Centre for the Moving Image (ACMI) presents Melbourne Winter Masterpieces: David Bowie is, an acclaimed exhibition celebrating the extraordinary career of one of the modern era’s pioneering performers.

Created by the prestigious Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A) in London, the exhibition draws upon unprecedented access to Bowie’s costumes, objects, album artwork and memorabilia, and includes lyric sheets, hundreds of photographs, stage sets, rare videos, filmed live shows, more than 50 costumes and interviews with Bowie’s key collaborators.

Starman Melbourne Winter Masterpieces: David Bowie is 16 July–1 November Australian Centre for the Moving Image (ACMI) acmi.net.au

Image (above): Original photography for the ‘Earthling’ album cover, 1997.

Photograph by Frank W Ockenfels 3. © Frank W Ockenfels 3.

Charting Bowie’s life and career from the 1960s to the 21st century, David Bowie is features special displays within the exhibition that explore his influences as musician, stage performer, writer and actor, and is a must-see for any music fan.

The exhibition takes an in-depth look at how Bowie’s music and radical individualism positioned him as a leading figure in the wider movements in art, design, film and contemporary popular culture over his incredible 50-year career.

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DIG A LITTLE DEEPER Looking to extend your artistic adventure?

Wander up stairs and down to basements to find independent galleries and artist-run initiatives that are home to the creative elite’s next generation.

Fortyfivedownstairs A not-for-profit theatre and gallery space, Fortyfivedownstairs has existed for more than a decade showcasing unique productions and exhibitions. If you’re in the mood for Melbourne-based or touring productions and exhibitions, you’ll be inspired here.

45 Flinders Lane | fortyfivedownstairs.com.au RMIT Gallery Housed in Storey Hall, an internationally acclaimed example of architectural innovation, RMIT University ’s premier curated exhibition space showcases national and international artists’ work all year round. Alongside its extensive public programs, it also presents regular lectures and discussions.

344 Swanston Street | rmit.edu.au Blindside Located on the seventh floor of the iconic Nicholas Building, Blindside supports art that is on the periphery, showcasing a range of different exhibitions throughout the year. The gallery provides visitors with a chance to see the breadth of contemporary art practice, so expect the unexpected.

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Image (right): Promotional photograph of David Bowie for ‘Diamond Dogs’, 1974.

Photograph by Terry O'Neill Image © Victoria and Albert Museum

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Immerse yourself in the world of Catherine the Great and explore more than 400 works from one of the world’s greatest art collections

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The exhibition is organised by The State Hermitage Museum in association with the National Galleryof Victoria and Art Exhibitions Australia

Constantine Ouchtomsky The Raphael Loggia 1860 (detail). The State Hermitage Museum, St Petersburg.

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acmi.net.au Image: Album cover shoot for Aladdin Sane, 1973.

Photograph by Brian Duffy. Photo Duffy © Duffy Archive & The David Bowie Archive.

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My Melbourne Dr Ted Gott is the Senior Curator of International Art at National Gallery of Victoria (NGV), and if anyone knows how special this year’s Melbourne Winter Masterpieces, Masterpieces from the Hermitage: The Legacy of Catherine the Great is going to be, it’s him.

The National Gallery of Victoria has a long and storied history of presenting ground-breaking exhibitions, and Masterpieces from the Hermitage: The Legacy of Catherine the Great ( July 31– November 8) is as breathtaking as they come. Some 450 outstanding works, paintings and artefacts from the 16th to 18th centuries by artists including Rembrandt, Rubens, Velázquez and Van Dyck will be on display. The exhibition invites visitors into the world of Catherine the Great—Russia’s legendary female leader — and arguably one of the world’s greatest art collections.

Dr Ted Gott explores the exhibition.

Just how big a deal is this exhibition for the state of Victoria?

It’s an enormous deal. It’s the grandest exhibition from the Hermitage collection in Russia to come to Australia.

It is an exhibition that is colossal in ambition and scale, and embraces all sorts of ideas and objects. This show is equal to anything we’ve done so far, and more spectacular than many that have come through before it.

How long has it taken to put together?

Negotiations for this show began five to six years ago.

The logistics for a show like this are so enormous.

How much time should visitors set aside to do the exhibition justice?

I would suggest spending at least one hour exploring it, but I would expect that you could easily pass two hours in the show without blinking an eye before realising the time.

Then you can go, have a coffee and come back again!

Dr Gott’s favourites…

And where would you suggest visitors go to get that coffee?

View: Sitting on the Southbank terrace, looking over the river with a drink at sunset.

The coffee from Gallery Kitchen inside the gallery itself is fantastic. I’m not just spruiking; it’s some of the best in Melbourne!

Hideaway: I like to hide away in Reader’s Feast Bookshop in the old George’s building.

You can sit, relax and read in an elegant, quiet and beautiful place.

Is there somewhere in the city that you go to look at other art?

I love Young & Jackson’s, because I love Chloe. Every once in a while one has to go and pay one’s respects to Chloe.

It’s fantastic to have that extraordinary masterpiece of late 19th century French salon paintings in our hotel. It’s a great story, a great painting and a lovely place; a place that I often take visitors for a surprise. Who would expect this masterpiece to be in the local pub?

Restaurant: Indian Tukka on the corner of Wellington Street and Victoria Parade, on the border of East Melbourne and Collingwood. I’ve been going there for 16 years.

Treat: A treat is a trip to the Queen Victoria Market, particularly the cheese shops in the deli.

Memory: Rob’s Carousel Restaurant, which was in Albert Park in the 1970s. The centre of the restaurant was set up as a merry-go-round, so if you sat in an outside booth you could watch the restaurant turn. Childhood birthday parties at Luna Park were also always fun.

Image (above): Peter Paul Rubens and workshop, Flemish 1577–1640, The Adoration of the Magi c.1620, oil on canvas, 235.0 x 277.5 cm, The State Hermitage Museum, St Petersburg (Inv. № ГЭ-494) Acquired, from the auction of Collection Dufresne, Amsterdam, 1770. EXHI029586

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A Century Later One hundred years on from the First World War, Melbourne Museum is proud to commemorate its centenary with a memorable exhibition.

We Shall Remember Them From the world-renowned Imperial War Museums in London comes The WW1 Centenary Exhibition, one of the most historical and significant exhibitions ever to leave Great Britain and visit Australia. Coming only to the Melbourne Museum, the exhibition will enable all who visit the chance to encounter the story of The Great War as never before.

This definitive exhibition features more than 350 precious artefacts, as well as the latest in digital technology, to provide visitors with a rich and engaging insight into this pivotal historical event.

Young and Old This multi-sensory journey will bring visitors of all ages on to the battlefields to see how the war was fought on the land, in the air and at sea. Come face to face with objects and stories that illuminate the personal experiences of war, and show how it was fought on such an enormous scale.

MUSEUM MUNCHIES Looking for lunch before or after visiting the museum? Carlton has plenty of comfort food for you to enjoy.

Heartattack And Vine This relative newcomer to Lygon Street typifies the ‘Italian-meetsnorthern suburbs’ vibe taking over this historic strip. With a heavy focus on cicchetti (a Venetian take on tapas) and wine, it’s quickly making a name for itself in the inner north.

329 Lygon Street, Carlton | heartattackandvine.com.au Trotters With feel-good, rustic fare like gnocchi gorgonzola, eggplant parmigiana and lamb meatballs on the menu, there’s no point beating around the bush—Trotters is old-school Italian done the way nonna used to make it.

Operating since 1988, it’s a Carlton institution.

400 Lygon Street, Carlton | trotters.com.au Milk The Cow If you’re ever allowed to swap lunch for cheese and wine, then this is the place to do it. Specialising in artisan cheese and boutique wine paired with good old-fashioned hospitality, Milk The Cow stocks more than 150 types of cheese from around the world, and has a drinks menu to match.

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The WW1 Centenary Exhibition

The WW1 Centenary Exhibition

Now showing until 4 October Melbourne Museum ww1exhibition.com.au

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1– 21 June | Fed Square | FREE Featuring the world premiere of a new laser installation by renowned UK artist Chris Levine.

See the full program at fedsquare.com/thelightinwinter

EXPLORE ALL THE ACTION OF THE MCG! Melbourne lights up this year with an actionpacked calendar of sport and the mighty ‘G simply can’t 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.

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You don’t have to wear yellow and black to enjoy the dining and nightlife of Richmond, home of the MCG and a hive of activity during the sporting season.

Holden State of Origin Series Game II 17 June MCG nrl.com

International Champions Cup presented by Audi

Holden State of Origin Series

Best of the Best

18–24 July MCG internationalchampionscup.com

2015 Toyota AFL Premiership Season Until September MCG and Etihad Stadium afl.com.au

Hold onto your hats. Whether you’re a sports fanatic or enjoy an exhilarating crowd atmosphere, Melbourne has a host of thrilling events lined up for you.

We are the Champions

Kings of the North

If you thought Melbourne had seen enough football over the past year, with the World Cup, AFC Asian Cup and 10th season of the A-League, think again. Three of Europe’s most famous and successful clubs, Manchester City FC, Real Madrid CF and AS Roma, are coming to face off in the International Champions Cup presented by Audi at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG).

For the first time in 18 years, the MCG hosts Game II of the Holden State of Origin Series.

With the Queensland Maroons taking on long-time rivals the New South Wales Blues, there’s no room for team allegiances—this is state versus state. After NSW’s droughtbreaking series win last year, can they make it back-to-back in 2015, or will Queensland wrestle back the crown?

With players like Cristiano Ronaldo, Frank Lampard and Francesco Totti ready to strut their stuff and show Melbourne what they’re made of, this is one of the most significant football events Australia has ever seen and is sure to have the ’G at capacity.

The three-way tie begins on 18 July when Real Madrid faces off against Roma. On 21 July Roma plays Manchester City and the event concludes on 24 July when Manchester City takes on Real Madrid.

Corner Hotel Its reputation as a live music venue is unchallenged, but the Corner’s rooftop beer garden is hard to top when you’re after a pre-game beverage. Its proximity to the MCG means that even the fiercest of rival fans are happy to put aside their differences and buy each other a round.

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The London Tavern With a beer garden nearly big enough to play a footy game in, the London is an institution when it comes to that all-important pre-game beer. A great selection of drinks, an even better food menu and a congenial atmosphere combine to make it a great spot to meet.

238 Lennox Street, Richmond | thelondon.net.au Meatmother American BBQ joints have been popping up all over Melbourne, but one of the pioneers was Meatmother.

The name gives a fair indication of the cuisine on offer, but a closer inspection of the menu reveals glorious sides and an unbeatable bacon sour cocktail.

167 Swan Street, Richmond | meatmother.com.au Feast of Merit Different from anything else on Swan Street, Feast of Merit is a communal dining house offering delicious seasonal produce, with an emphasis on local, ethical and sustainable ingredients. Giving Middle Easterninspired cuisine a Melbourne twist works — just follow the crowds.

117 Swan Street, Richmond | feastofmerit.com Noir There’s something timelessly classic about French food in Melbourne. Noir is the perfect example —a restaurant that doesn’t try too hard to be fancy, but succeeds in creating a warm ambience, perfect for a more intimate post-game celebration.

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Aussie Rules, OK? Melbourne’s sporting lifeblood is AFL, and the 2015 Toyota AFL Premiership Season is in full swing. With matches being played every weekend at the MCG and Etihad Stadium, footy has never been this big.

Watch as Melbourne’s 10 teams throw everything on the line as they inch closer to season’s end and the 2015 Finals Series.

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With a maze of laneways to discover, you’ll be faced with bars, cafés and restaurants around every corner. Try your hand at the myriad of Asian options in Little Bourke Street (1), home of Melbourne’s Chinatown. In Market Lane (2) you’ll find the inimitable Flower Drum, as well as Bavarian beer hall Hofbräuhaus and newcomer Girl With The Gris Gris in Ding Dong Lounge.

In the cool, crisp weather, Melburnians dress to impress, with the city’s laneways and bars filled with trendy commuters, well-groomed socialites and sports-mad punters. Join the crowd and dress up, wearing classy threads from Flinders Lane (3) or Little Collins Street (4), or pick up a vintage garment from The Block Arcade (5) or Royal Arcade (6).

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Art is everywhere in Melbourne, and nowhere is it more obviously on display than the city’s walls and buildings. For nearly 15 years, local and international street artists have been commissioned by the City of Melbourne to spray and splash stunning yet temporary visual creations throughout the city’s laneways. Check out Union Lane (7), Hosier Lane (8) and Rutledge Lane (9) for some well-known examples.

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

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Ultimate Melbournian Style 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.

This is Bridge Road, and everyday is different.

For the ultimate experience you can stay on Bridge Road at Amora Hotel or Adara Apartments. You’ll remember this night.

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Quest Hawthorn

100 Victoria Street, Carlton : 1800 DRACULAS : draculas.com.au : Tuesday–Saturday, 7pm to 12am

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Dracula’s latest show ‘Retro Vampt’ takes you on a tripnotic journey of psychedelic variety acts, wide flares, big hair and fangs! Enjoy a delicious three-course dinner, Ghost Train ride, and unique comedy-cabaret show featuring a multi-talented cast, live music, and Dracula’s signature razor-edge comedy and love for bizarre arthouse madness. This one is a must-see — book now!

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Quest Hawthorn has an edgy New York style interior in a desirable Glenferrie Road location, just 6 kilometres from Melbourne’s CBD. We are only 11 minutes by train to Flinders Street and 8 minutes to Richmond Station, the MCG, Rod Laver Arena, Hisense Arena and AAMI Park for the sports and entertainment lover.

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Taxi Kitchen

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Level 1, Transport Hotel, Federation Square, Melbourne : 9654 8808 : taxikitchen.com.au : Monday–Saturday, 12pm til late; Sunday lunch from 11am

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

Taxi Kitchen is one of Melbourne’s iconic restaurants. Situated in the heart of Melbourne at bustling Federation Square, this relaxed yet smart restaurant and bar boasts unparalleled views of the CBD, Yarra River, Arts Precinct and Southbank.

The food is contemporary and rustic, and focuses on shared dishes, making it perfect at any time of day or night. Pop in for a drink or a quick bite before heading to a show, or come celebrate in style among the sparkle of the city lights.

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.

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Catch the 70, 86, or City Circle tram to stop D11 or there is car parking from $10 per day.

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Festive Times Festival season never ends in Melbourne, and this season showcases some of this city’s— and the world’s—best.

25–26 July Various locations across Melbourne openhousemelbourne.org

Melbourne International Film Festival 30 July–16 August Various locations across Melbourne miff.com.au

Jazz it Up

Open House Melbourne

The Melbourne International Jazz Festival fills the city with fine tunes and an incredible program featuring some of the world’s most important and inspirational jazz artists, genre-bending innovators, virtuosic instrumentalists and soulful singers.

An annual highlight for locals and visitors alike, Open House Melbourne once again sees some of Melbourne’s most recognised—and some of its hidden—buildings open their doors to the public. A free event, the weekend of Open House is a celebration of architecture and interiors.

Film for Everyone

Lighting Up Fed Square

An iconic Melbourne event, the Melbourne International Film Festival celebrates the best of contemporary international cinema, highlights acclaimed directors’ oeuvres, showcases Australian filmmaking talent on an unprecedented scale and delves into rare repertoire, complemented by an engrossing program of talks and panels.

The Light in Winter brings art, music and performance to the heart of Melbourne city. One highlight will be a world premiere laser installation

by UK light artist Chris Levine, but the festival features local and international artists at free events, performances and exhibitions. The culmination is the Solstice Celebration on the Saturday closest to the true winter solstice.

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Strictly Ballroom the Musical

The Stage is Set

Melbourne’s year-round calendar of musical theatre — comedy, drama and classic family favourites —continues to light up stages across the city.

All Aboard!

After a stellar run on Broadway, comedy classic and nautical favourite Anything Goes visits Melbourne for the first time at the Princess Theatre.

Over the years, Cole Porter’s 1930s musical hit has captivated millions with its delightfully ridiculous story of hijinks on the high seas, and this reworking has already won three Tony Awards, including Best Musical Revival and Choreography.

A hilarious tale of topsy-turvy relationships, mistaken identities and foiled plots, Anything Goes is also a showcase for some of Porter’s best-loved songs, including ‘You’re The Top’, ‘I Get A Kick Out Of You’ and ‘Anything Goes’.

Catch this production, starring Todd McKenney, Caroline O’Connor and Gerry Connolly, before it sets sail.

Strictly Sensational Well into its extended season, Strictly Ballroom the Musical has literally had audiences dancing in the aisles during its run at Her Majesty’s Theatre.

Recapturing the magic of the classic Aussie film Strictly Ballroom, this Baz Luhrmann-directed musical once again takes audiences behind the scenes of the competitive dance circuit to witness the blossoming of true love.

This joyous production features classic songs from the film, including ‘Love is in the Air’ and ‘Time After Time’, as well as new tunes by Eddie Perfect and Sia. Become absorbed in a world of dance, competition and passion for a strictly limited time.

King of the Jungle Since wowing a generation of families as an animated film in 1994, The Lion King has gone on to become one of the most successful theatre productions ever staged. In fact, between the film and the musical, The Lion King is the top-earning title in box-office history. Now is your chance to see it in Melbourne, and relive this amazing tale once again.

Be transported to the Serengeti Plains and follow Simba, the wide-eyed lion cub, on an epic journey to fulfil his destiny as King of the Pridelands.

Of course, no production of The Lion King would be complete without unforgettable songs like ‘Circle of Life’, ‘Hakuna Matata’ and the Academy Award-winning ‘Can You Feel the Love Tonight?’.

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THEATRE HOTSPOTS It’s just a quick walk from Melbourne’s major theatres to some of the city’s best dining options.

The European An establishment entrenched in Melbourne’s haute cuisine scene, the European is next door to the Princess Theatre and perfect for that post-show culinary experience. Drawing on an entire continent for menu inspiration, its view of Parliament House is nearly as impressive as the food itself.

161 Spring Street | theeuropean.com.au Ombra Inspired by the salumerie of Italy, Ombra focuses on delivering the highest quality cured meats paired with an enviable array of drinks.

It’s a worthy destination when you’re searching for a tasty treat or a hearty four- or six-course sharing meal, and is just strolling distance from Her Majesty’s and Princess Theatres.

76 Bourke Street | ombrabar.com.au Chin Chin The Southeast Asian menu spin — modelled on the famous hawker markets — and bustling dining room have given Chin Chin a reputation as a top spot for a great night out. Order some spicy dishes to share, pair with an Australian wine or one of the signature cocktails, and you’ll quickly discover why Chin Chin has become a Melbourne institution.

125 Flinders Lane | chinchinrestaurant.com.au Bomba Just around the corner from Her Majesty’s Theatre, you can imagine you’ve journeyed to a Spanish workers’ café, albeit a smart one. Bomba is all about simple plates of tapas bursting with flavour, with the added bonus of well-priced wines and an excellent range of sherry and vermouth. There’s also a rooftop bar if the weather is behaving.

103 Lonsdale Street | bombabar.com.au Image (right): Roberto Seba

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The Lion King Now Showing Regent Theatre lionking.com.au

Strictly Ballroom the Musical Now Showing Her Majesty’s Theatre strictlyballroomthemusical.com

Anything Goes Until 5 July Princess Theatre anythinggoesmusical.com.au Image (left): Photograph by Deen van Meer © Disney

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Australian sketchbook Colonial life and the art of ST Gill FREE EXHIBITION Encounter the people and places of colonial Australia in this stunning free exhibition.

17 July – 25 October slv.vic.gov.au #AustralianSketchbook

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Winter Events

UNTIL 21 JUNE

NOW SHOWING

Cole Porter’s smash hit musical comedy, Anything Goes, stars Caroline O’Connor and Todd McKenney. Featuring the hit songs ‘I Get A Kick Out Of You’, ‘It’s De-lovely’ and, of course, ‘Anything Goes’, this is a first-class musical extravaganza. anythinggoesmusical.com.au

The Lion King Regent Theatre

A Golden Age of China: Qianlong Emperor, 1736–1795 National Gallery of Victoria (NGV International) Experience the opulence and splendour of the imperial collection of China during the reign of the Qianlong Emperor. A feast for the eyes and mind, discover hidden treasures and learn about the mystery and secrets of imperial life in the Forbidden City, Beijing. ngv.vic.gov.au/exhibition/a-golden-age-of-china

UNTIL 5 JULY Anything Goes Princess Theatre

Adored by over 70 million people, Disney’s landmark musical event is in Melbourne for a strictly limited season. Have your expectations of theatre exceeded by the songs, action and spectacle of The Lion King. lionking.com.au

NOW SHOWING Strictly Ballroom The Musical Her Majesty’s Theatre Fall in love with Australia’s most dazzling musical, now playing for a limited season at Her Majesty’s Theatre. Based on the much-loved film, Strictly Ballroom The Musical has audiences dancing in the aisles. Directed by Baz Luhrmann, it features classic songs ‘Love is in the Air’ and ‘Time After Time’. strictlyballroomthemusical.com

UNTIL 7 JUNE Melbourne International Jazz Festival

Image (above): GM Holden LTD, Melbourne (manufacturer) HQ Holden Monaro GTS, coupe, 1971–74 (manufactured) Designed by Leo Pruneau, Joe Schemansky, John Schinella and Phillip Zmood, Private collection, Photo: Andrey Moisseyev.

UNTIL 12 JULY Shifting Gear: Design, Innovation and the Australian Car

Various venues around Melbourne

National Gallery of Victoria (NGV Australia)

This festival will bring the world’s most iconic jazz artists, genre-bending innovators, instrumentalists and soulful singers to Melbourne for an 11-day celebration of sound. Enjoy club gigs, late-night parties, film screenings, workshops, events for families and kids, and a wide range of free events. melbournejazz.com

Shifting Gear will display 23 of Australia’s most iconic vehicles alongside ephemera including photographs, models, sketches, illustrations and archival materials, exploring this country’s important and proud history of automobile design and engineering. ngv.vic.gov.au/exhibition/shifting-gear

Melbourne International Jazz Festival

UNTIL SEPTEMBER 2015 Toyota AFL Premiership Season Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) and Etihad Stadium Watch the skills, the goals and the big hits as Melbourne’s 10 teams get down to the business end of the 2015 AFL Premiership Season. Australian Rules football is one of the city’s rituals, and no visit to Melbourne would be complete without catching a game. afl.com.au Image (below): Neale Cousland / Shutterstock

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The WW1 Centenary Exhibition

18–24 JULY International Champions Cup Australia Presented by Audi

Melbourne Museum

Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG)

Using more than 350 precious artifacts and the latest digital technology to tell emotional personal stories, The WW1 Centenary Exhibition, exclusive to Melbourne Museum, gives visitors a rich and engaging insight into this pivotal historical event. ww1exhibition.com.au

The most significant football event Australia has ever hosted — the International Champions Cup Australia — comes to Melbourne featuring three of the best football teams in the world. Real Madrid CF play AS Roma on 18 July, AS Roma will face Manchester City FC on 21 July, and the tournament concludes on 24 July, with a thrilling clash between Real Madrid CF and Manchester City FC. internationalchampionscup.com

17 JUNE 2015 Holden State of Origin Game II Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) Rugby league's showpiece event, the Holden State of Origin Series, is coming to the iconic MCG for the first time in 18 years. Long time rivals, Queensland and NSW will have everything to play for, and it is sure to be another thrilling chapter in rugby league folklore. ticketek.com.au/mcgorigin

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25–26 JULY Open House Melbourne Various locations around Melbourne Open House Melbourne is a free event showcasing some of the city’s finest buildings. Explore previously unseen interiors, and discover some of the historical stories that have made Melbourne the city it is today. openhousemelbourne.org

1–21 JUNE The Light in Winter Federation Square The Light in Winter is a celebration of art, music and performance in the heart of Melbourne city. It brings together local and international artists for free events, performances and exhibitions, culminating in the Solstice Celebration. fedsquare.com/thelightinwinter Image (below): Marcel Aucar

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30 JULY–16 AUGUST Melbourne International Film Festival Various cinemas across Melbourne Now in its seventh decade, MIFF celebrates the best of contemporary international cinema and showcases Australian filmmaking talent. With world premieres and glamorous galas, MIFF lights up Melbourne every winter. miff.com.au The Light in Winter

31 JULY–8 NOVEMBER 3 JULY–28 AUGUST (FRIDAYS) Docklands Winter Fireworks Docklands

Melbourne Winter Masterpieces: Masterpieces from the Hermitage: The Legacy of Catherine the Great National Gallery of Victoria (NGV)

Melbourne’s Docklands precinct will be showered in colour each Friday in July and August as the annual Docklands Winter Fireworks program returns. This year the fireworks, at 7.30pm each night, will be paired with fun-filled, family-friendly activities along New Quay Promenade. melbourne.vic.gov.au/winter

As the ruler of Russia, Catherine the Great oversaw a period in the country’s history known as the Golden Age— a time when art, literature and philosophy where highly valued. The exhibition offers over 400 outstanding works from her personal collection, including the finest group of Dutch and Flemish art to come to Australia. ngv.vic.gov.au/exhibition/masterpieces-from-the-hermitage

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ACMI Melbourne Winter Masterpieces: David Bowie is Australian Centre of the Moving Image (ACMI) David Bowie is celebrates the extraordinary career of one of the most pioneering and influential artists and performers of the modern era. Created by London’s prestigious Victoria and Albert Museum, the exhibition charts the genius and legacy of an iconic artist and innovator. acmi.net.au/bowie

Melbourne Writers Festival Various locations around Melbourne Writers from around the world come together to celebrate literature and inspire readers through a vibrant program of storytelling, conversation, debate, performance, music, art and digital events. mwf.com.au

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Shadowfax Wines, Werribee

Wyndham – Werribee, Point Cook & Surrounds Enjoy world-class sporting facilities, fabulous shopping precincts, breathtaking natural attractions, a variety of accommodation options and the Werribee Park Tourism Precinct, all just 30 minutes from Melbourne.

Tourism Mecca If you’re looking for something exciting to do this winter, the Werribee Park Tourism Precinct is a must. Feed the giraffes at the Werribee Open Range Zoo, enjoy polo and showjumping at the National Equestrian Centre, step back in time at Werribee Mansion, taste award-winning chardonnay at Shadowfax Wines and be pampered at the Mansion Hotel and Spa.

Events Season Discover some amazing events on offer this winter including the hugely popular Wild Nights at Werribee Open Range Zoo during the July school holidays. Grab your torch and head off on a safari to discover lions, hippos, rhinos and wild dogs. Another highlight is the Melbourne International 3 Day Event at the National Equestrian Centre (5–8 June), one of the most challenging and exciting occasions on the equestrian calendar.

Foodies’ Delight The region hosts a variety of multicultural cuisines and award-winning venues that are sure to delight your taste buds. Shadowfax Wines boasts an Italian-inspired menu that perfectly complements the wine on offer. With the cellar door offering tastings and sales, as well as live bands on the weekend and a picturesque setting, you’ll want to make Shadowfax a regular spot to kick back and relax. If a tasty ale is more your style, you can’t go past The Park Hotel. With hundreds of beer varieties and a fantastic menu, it is consistently named one of Melbourne’s best pubs. experiencewyndham.com.au Werribee Open Range Zoo

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