World-renowned tenor Andrea Bocelli is coming to Australia in August and will be performing live at Rod Laver Arena accompanied by conductor maestro Marcello Rota, the Czech National Symphony Orchestra and soprano Paola Sanguinetti. Widely regarded as one of the world's most gifted vocalists,...

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The Fire Services Museum of Victoria in Melbourne's East was opened in 1979 and is the country's largest collection of Fire Brigade memorabilia. As the official home and focus for the history of fire fighting services in Victoria, the museum boasts a hefty collection of over 10,000 fire relat...

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The Melbourne Museum is an award-winning museum featuring a permanent collection in eight galleries, a complete skeleton of a blue whale, a living rainforest and an IMAX theatre. It is located just north of the Melbourne CBD in Carlton Gardens and offers a rich and surprising insights into li...

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The Crown Entertainment Complex located on the southern bank of the Yarra River is a popular entertainment venue and attraction in Melbourne. People visit the complex for its cinemas, a hotel, nightclubs, world-class restaurants, bars, shopping, an indoor entertainment theme park and of cours...

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Perth-based post-grunge rock band Gyroscope is returning to Melbourne for two dates in September as part of their 36 date national tour in support of their no.1 album Breed Obsession. Back by popular demand having already conducted two extremely successful tours for the album, the new nationa...

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The Old Melbourne Gaol is the home to Australia's oldest prison, the historic Magistrates' Court and former Police City Watch House and offers Crime and Justice experience like no other. As the heart of crime, law and order in Melbourne since the 1840s, the Old Melbourne Gaol has detained som...

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The observation deck on the top of the Rialto Building offers 360 degree views of Melbourne city and beyond. Watch the award winning 20-minute film spectacular Melbourne the Living City, and enjoy the free use of binoculars. The Rialto Building is a Melbourne icon and one of the city's tall...

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Melbourne Aquarium is the city's premier marine wonderland with over 10,000 beautiful aquatic animals. Located on the banks of the Yarra River, Melbourne Aquarium is the worlds foremost exhibit of the Southern Ocean. There are four thrilling and interactive levels with highlights including a...

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UK singersongwriter Newton Faulkner is coming to Australia on the back of the huge success of his smash-hit single, "Dream Catch Me" which has become the most played song on Australian radio. The 23 year old Surrey UK native has amassed a big fan base since his arrival on the music scene in ...

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Flemington is the oldest continuing metropolitan racecourses in Australia and one of the nation's great iconic sporting venues. It's significance to our culture and the country's racing heritage saw it placed on the National Heritage List in 2006. On the first Tuesday of November each year, t...

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The Shrine of Remembrance is Victoria's largest and most visited war memorial; a Melbourne icon and arguably the city's most recognised landmark. In remembrance to World War 1 veterans and those who have served the nation in armed conflicts and peacekeeping operations, the Shrine features add...

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To see a bit of 18th century England, head over to Cook's Cottage in Fitzroy Gardens - a cottage built in Yorkshire, England, in 1755 by the parents of famous English navigator Captain James Cook. Combining modern interpretations of Captain Cook's life and adventures with centuries old relics...

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Internationally acclaimed singer and producer to the stars, Timbaland, is making his debut appearance on Australian soil in July with his Shock Value Australian Tour. The confident and charismatic singerproducer has collaborated with some of the biggest artists in world music today including...

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The National Design Centre in Melbourne is the one and only major, public centre in Australia dedicated exclusively to design across all its disciplines. The centre also houses a retail outlet featuring exclusively Australian designed products from homewares to graphic design products, giftw...

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NewQuay is one of the city's most vibrant and dynamic inner-city waterfront precincts boasting a bustling promenade with an eclectic mix of restaurants, cafes, bars, retailers, events, a stunning private marina and fine art galleries. Located just only a five minute tram ride away from the CB...

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The Australian Centre For Contemporary Art in Melbourne's arts precinct in Southbank is the city's - and one of Australia's - leading contemporary art galleries and architectural icons. The gallery houses some of the latest and most significant artwork by living artists from around the world ...

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A Taste of Portugal festival 2008 is a celebration of Portugese customs and features a day of delicious gourmet foods, wine, music and dance. June 10th is a special day of great historical significance in the Portugese community where Portuguese people across the world hold events to celebr...

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The Royal Botanic Gardens in Melbourne isn't just one of the city's most popular tourist attractions, but one of Victoria's premier attractions. Renowned as one of the world's finest landscaped gardens with sweeping lawns and lakes, the Royal Botanic Gardens boasts over 36 hectares and displa...

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Melbourne's leafy Lygon Street is the heart of 'Little Italy' and is lined with aroma-filled cafs, delicious array of Italian restaurants, specialty delicatessens and more. Known as the place where Melbourne's caf culture originated from, the area boasts beautiful Victorian terraces as a ba...

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Melbournes GPO provides a unique shopping experience in a building that blends heritage and contemporary architecture. Housing a diverse mix of retailers, including some of the biggest names in Australian accessories and fashion, the GPO is one of the city's premier shopping destinations and a ...

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