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Immigration Museum begins imagining its next chapter after strong community turnout

April 29th, 2026 - Sean Car

The Immigration Museum has taken an early step towards reimagining its future, with more than 650 people attending a recent community open day as Museums Victoria begins work on a new long-term vision for the Flinders St institution.

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Melbourne Conversations: Building the Future Anyway

April 21st, 2026 - CBD News

A free public discussion at Fed Square’s The Edge on Tuesday, April 28 will bring together a panel of young climate leaders working on the frontlines of climate disruption, both locally and internationally.

Police mark 40 years since Russell St bombing

March 30th, 2026 - Sean Car

Victoria Police has marked the 40th anniversary of the Russell St bombing, with a special commemorative service held on March 27 to honour Constable Angela Taylor and all those affected by one of Melbourne’s darkest acts of violence.

Comedy festival hits the spot

March 25th, 2026 - Jenny Denton

This year the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, which opens on Wednesday, March 25, marks its 40th anniversary with its biggest-ever event, taking in more than 800 shows.

Melbourne International Comedy Festival adds magic, circus and science to 2026 lineup

March 23rd, 2026 - Gabrielle Shi

This year’s Melbourne International Comedy Festival will feature a full program of high-energy spectacle, with circus, magic and explosive science among the offerings.

Queen Vic Market launches first autumn festival with new seasonal series

March 16th, 2026 - Chris Jackson

Queen Victoria Market will launch its first-ever autumn event later this month, with a one-day Flavours of Autumn Festival set to celebrate the harvest season through food, drink and live entertainment.

Donkey Wheel House opens doors for day of culture, creativity and connection

March 12th, 2026 - Sean Car

Melburnians stepped inside one of the CBD’s most striking heritage buildings on March 5 as Donkey Wheel House opened its doors for a day-long program celebrating community, culture and creativity.

Melbourne celebrates Year of the Horse

February 25th, 2026 - Sean Car

This year's Chinese Lunar New Year festival, led by the Melbourne Chinatown Business Association, produced yet another amazing day.

Thousands rally in CBD during Israeli President’s Melbourne visit

February 18th, 2026 - Sean Car

Tens of thousands of protesters filled Melbourne’s CBD on February 12 as Israeli President Isaac Herzog concluded his official visit to Australia, with large crowds gathering outside Flinders Street Station before marching to State Parliament.