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What's on in Melbourne in January

Happy New Year! Here is an update of whats on in January, things to spend the Melbourne summer with.

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New Years Eve Party Cruise

For those who like to party into the New Year on the Yarra, and see the Fireworks from the best spot in Melbourne, you can still get tickets for the New Years Eve Party cruise, both for the under and the over 35s!

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Here are the current Melbourne Night Markets

Quite a few of the Melbourne night markets are off and running now: the Suzuki night market at the Queen Vic Markets, the Coburg night market and a one of community night market next Saturday in Werribee.

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Myer Christmas Spectacular this Saturday

From 7am to 3pm, this Saturday, November 19 you can be part of their Christmas extravaganza: Guy Sebastian, Kate Cerebrano, Dorothy the Dinasor and My Little Pony.

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Trash and Treasure Markets for real bargains

We now have a separate page for the trash and treasure and bargain markets in Melbourne. You might find the vintage frog there before it gets a price tag!

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With Melbournes vintage craze many Vintage Markets have sprung up

Here is a list of some of the Vintage fashion markets in Melbourne.

Tomorrow, Sunday Nov 13, is the insiders Miss Hullabaloo's Rooftop Market in Carlton, and the eastern suburbs Take 2 Market.

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Really get to know what happens at Abbotsford Convent

On Sunday afternoon is the Convent Open Day, Discovery Day, where the artists studios are open. There will be an array of activities and workshops, tours, a art, craft, fashion and food market and performances.

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We have been updating our site and About US page

Have a look at our new look and updated page. We are now at a point of going specific with reviews and pages about specific activities in Melbourne. Let us know if you have something special to list.

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The Myer Christmas Windows get revealed!

Tomorrow, Friday, November 4, the thus far secret Myer Christmas windows and their story will get unveiled!

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The Village Festival Starts Today

This is a cutting edge, eccentric, feisty, communal and intimate festival. It is held in a tent city in Edinburgh Gardens in Fitzroy.

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What is on in Melbourne in November

After the crazy spring schedule of major arts and sports event, it is the community activities that are the great things to do in November in Melbourne.

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Swimming with Dolphins near Melbourne

We loved our swim with seals and dolphins. As it is getting warmer, this is an amazing and fun thing to do, right in Port Phillip Bay.

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Water activities in Melbourne are

starting up again now that it is getting warmer. Some of the summer only activities are Kiteboarding and Stand-up Paddle Boarding, Snorkelling, Swimming with the dolphins...

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The first Melbourne Night Market for the season is on next week!

Style after Dark is a makers and clothing designers night market, featuring local design, vintage and collectible clothing, accessories and artworks. It is on over six weeks, starting next Thursday evening at South Melbourne Market.

There will be Paella and Italian, Asian and other international food stalls, wine & beer, live music and entertainment.

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Round She Goes, a pre-loved womens fashion market

is on this Sunday at Moorabbin. It is a Morrabbin favourite and great opportunity for vintage lovers and op-shop addicts to find a bargain!

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The New Years Eve Party Cruise can be booked now

as a great way to spend New Years Eve. They split it up into two age groups, giving you a chance to hang out with your type of people. Best way to see the Fireworks.

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An Evening with Emmanuel Jal

An opportunity to meet international hip-hop artist and human rights activist Emmanuel Jal at a screening of the Emmy-nominated film War Child! Tuesday, October 18, 6pm, at Collingwood Town Hall.

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The Melbourne Arts Festival

starts on Thursday and brings to Melbourne two and a half weeks of world class performances: dance, theater, opera, music and street installations. From contemporary to classical, an inspiration to dreaming our city and world into the future.

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Yeah, Geelong did it again and won the AFL Grand Final

We have picked them as our second football team and have really liked how they play together as a team. Well done.

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Daylight saving has started in Melbourne

and the southern parts of Australia! Remember to change your watches - it is one hour later already.

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What's on: Melbourne Australia in October

Here is what's on in Melbourne in October. October in Melbourne means fringe and mainstream arts festivals, spring racing carnival, as well as an array of events and things to do for the family.

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Melbourne Cup, Horses, Fashion and Glamour on the Race Tracks

The Melbourne Cup is one of the worlds most famous horse races. Early in November, this event stops Melbourne and the whole nation, while race goers flock to the tracks in glamorous outfits.

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Rose Street Artists Market, Original and Quirky Melbourne Arts and Crafts

The Rose Street Artists Market is an insiders Melbourne tip. Its quality art and craft is engaging and original. The market is an iconic Melbourne treasure, quirky and intimate, and there is good coffee.

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Ballooning Melbourne Australia

Ballooning Melbourne is a treat of a lifetime. You can go on a hot air balloons ride over the city in the early mornings when the Melbourne weather tends to be calm, stable and perfect.

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12 Apostles Great Ocean Road

Tour the 12 Apostles from Melbourne, huge limestone stacks along the cliff-lined Southern Ocean, and a world- renowned natural wonders along the most spectacular and scenic Great Ocean Road.

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The Maribyrnon Makers Market

is on this Saturday. It is a designers and makers market that is only on a few times a year in the Seddon Church Hall. Well worth the visit.

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The Melbourne Fringe Festival

is starting next week, September 21 - October 9. This is easily the most loved and cherished arts event by local performers and their audiences.

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Hidden Melbourne Sights

If you do not know Melbourne, there is chance that you could miss the best Melbourne sights. The Melbourne secret and charm lie in its intimate laneways and hidden spots, cafes, bars and laneways.

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Montsalvat, Oldest Artists Colony in Australia

Montsalvat is the oldest Australian artists colony and an oasis of tranquillity. Its historic buildings include a great hall, exhibition space, studios, a conference and wedding venue and restaurant.

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What's on: Melbourne Australia in September

Here is what's on in Melbourne in September. This is the month Melbourne is warming up with a series of exciting events to the non-stop celebrations for the rest of the year. Here are the highlights.

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