Arts & Culture
Rock rebel Bon Scott given mythical qualities in new mural
A new and distinct mural featuring former AC/DC singer Bon Scott has been unveiled in the laneway named after the legendary band he fronted.
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Artist’s bold new show lands at Donkey Wheel House
A new exhibition by local artist Maya Tamang has opened at Jump Left at Donkey Wheel House, bringing together a flamboyant and deeply personal series of portraits inspired by classic Hollywood, personal identity and cultural icons.
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Fund to help Melbourne musicals hit the stage
A new $1 million fund will support the development and production of original musical theatre works in Victoria, as the state government and City of Melbourne look to build the next generation of homegrown stage hits.
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No passing FAD – Chinatown bar clocks up 31 years
Over three decades FAD Gallery Bar has proved its appeal lies well and truly beyond the dictates of fashion. Times have changed and clearly gotten tougher, but the venue is still serving up the art, relaxed vibes and love of life to its eclectic community.
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Scots’ Church announces 2026 Organ Recital Series
Scots’ Church Melbourne will present its 2026 Organ Recital Series this August and September, celebrating the versatility and beauty of the church’s renowned Rieger organ.
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Craning its neck for all to see
For nearly half a century, a steam crane stood over the Yarra, a hulking reminder of the river’s working life.
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CBD chef de partie set to compete in MasterChef-style “golden” title
A CBD worker is set to compete for a prestigious national title after winning the Victorian section of a competition described as the “MasterChef of young chefs in Australia”.
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New chapter for State Library Victoria
State Library Victoria has appointed internationally recognised library leader Vicki McDonald AM FALIA as its new chief executive officer following an extensive global search.
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NGV celebrates NAIDOC Week with day of First Nations art, music and family events
The National Gallery of Victoria will mark NAIDOC Week with a full day of free programs celebrating First Nations art, culture, music, storytelling and community at The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia, Fed Square, on Saturday, July 11.
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Melbourne “in character” as San Francisco for US film
Local residents and business owners were alerted late in May to the upcoming filming of “an exciting new international drama feature” in Melbourne’s CBD.
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Melbourne International Film Festival 2025: The local in international
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