http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/Melbourne-blog.html The Melbourne Blog will keep you up-to-date with We-Love-Melbourne.net, so you can stay in touch. Subscribe here! en-us melbourne Sat, 31 Dec 2011 02:08:27 GMT Sat, 31 Dec 2011 02:08:27 GMT we-love-melbourne.net http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/whats-on-Melbourne-january.html Happy New Year! Here is an update of whats on in January, things to spend the Melbourne summer with. Sat, 31 Dec 2011 02:08:26 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/melbourne-river-cruises.html 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! Thu, 29 Dec 2011 10:01:35 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/markets-melbourne.html 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. Sat, 19 Nov 2011 00:39:51 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/Christmas-lights-Melbourne.html 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. Wed, 16 Nov 2011 07:44:23 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/Melbourne-markets-treasure.html 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! Sat, 12 Nov 2011 06:55:26 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/melbourne-vintage-markets.html 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. Sat, 12 Nov 2011 02:53:40 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/abbotsford-convent.html 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. Thu, 10 Nov 2011 20:51:08 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/about-us.html 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. Mon, 07 Nov 2011 06:56:15 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/Christmas-lights-Melbourne.html Tomorrow, Friday, November 4, the thus far secret Myer Christmas windows and their story will get unveiled! Thu, 03 Nov 2011 11:04:26 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/whats-on-Melbourne-november.html This is a cutting edge, eccentric, feisty, communal and intimate festival. It is held in a tent city in Edinburgh Gardens in Fitzroy. Wed, 02 Nov 2011 20:34:13 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/whats-on-Melbourne-november.html 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. Wed, 02 Nov 2011 20:04:36 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/dolphins-melbourne.html 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. Tue, 25 Oct 2011 23:07:45 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/activities-Melbourne.html 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... Tue, 18 Oct 2011 07:03:29 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/markets-melbourne.html 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. Sat, 15 Oct 2011 02:48:40 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/Melbourne-markets-treasure.html 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! Wed, 12 Oct 2011 04:03:17 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/melbourne-river-cruises.html 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. Fri, 07 Oct 2011 05:58:55 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/Melbourne-blog.html#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. Thu, 06 Oct 2011 03:46:51 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/melbourne-arts-festival.html 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. Mon, 03 Oct 2011 03:42:58 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/Australian-football-league.html We have picked them as our second football team and have really liked how they play together as a team. Well done. Sat, 01 Oct 2011 18:40:41 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/time-in-Melbourne-Australia.html and the southern parts of Australia! Remember to change your watches - it is one hour later already. Sat, 01 Oct 2011 18:25:46 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/whats-on-Melbourne-october.html 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. Fri, 30 Sep 2011 11:14:11 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/melbourne-cup.html 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. Thu, 22 Sep 2011 10:23:35 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/artists-market.html 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. Tue, 20 Sep 2011 11:09:36 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/ballooning-melbourne.html 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. Tue, 20 Sep 2011 10:14:22 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/12-apostles.html 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. Sat, 17 Sep 2011 07:57:04 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/Melbourne-markets-arts.html 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. Fri, 16 Sep 2011 09:46:20 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/melbourne-fringe-festival.html is starting next week, September 21 - October 9. This is easily the most loved and cherished arts event by local performers and their audiences. Fri, 16 Sep 2011 09:37:08 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/Melbourne-sights.html 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. Wed, 14 Sep 2011 05:37:57 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/montsalvat.html 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. Sat, 10 Sep 2011 08:11:25 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/whats-on-Melbourne-September.html 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. Fri, 09 Sep 2011 12:25:19 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/federation-square.html is coming to life at Federation Square. By Viennese designer Christopher Katzler and Croatian design team. Thu, 08 Sep 2011 12:02:56 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/Melbourne-blog.html#Choir-of-Home-and-Inspiration is performing at Fed Square with their first musical. An inspiration and celebration of the human spirit. Thu, 08 Sep 2011 11:57:12 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/melbourne-fashion-week.html the Melbourne Spring Fashion week, with the best of Australian fashion design, events, workshops and celebrations has started today. For the rest of the week around Melbourne Townhall. Mon, 05 Sep 2011 05:36:32 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/Melbourne-attractions.html You can visit many historical Melbourne attractions by walking the Melbourne city square. And there are a number a historical places and sightseeing attractions in the Melbourne outskirts. Sun, 04 Sep 2011 11:31:27 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/melbourne-news.html If you want to receive our newsletter you need to sign up for it on our website. Newsletters come out monthly and cover highlights of what is on in Melbourne: from the unconventional to mainstream, offbeat to anything else we find interesting. Thu, 01 Sep 2011 10:53:22 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/skiing-Australia.html is still on in the mountains. About half the lifts open and reduced lift prices. Friends who've just come back found it a bit slushy at the end of the slopes, but still good otherwise. Wed, 31 Aug 2011 23:15:05 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/melbourne-fringe-festival.html the eccentric alternative Melbourne arts festival starts in 3 weeks with hundreds of shows of independent artists. Have a look at the program now. Wed, 31 Aug 2011 12:42:25 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/winter-festival.html If you love ice-skating, this is a nice opportunity to skate outdoors, right in front of the Exhibition Building. It is not at all crowded, the ice not the greatest, but good fun. They had nice live music when we went last Friday. Mon, 29 Aug 2011 06:12:29 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/melbourne-writers-festival.html The Melbourne Writers Festival is still going til Sunday. I find it inspiring listening to the writers. You get a whole different perspective on their books or history, or whatever the are writing about. Mon, 29 Aug 2011 03:58:43 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/fairy-penguins.html Visiting the Fairy Penguins at Phillip Island gives you a rare glimpse into the world of these adorable birds. One of the must-do tours from Melbourne. Sat, 27 Aug 2011 08:54:38 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/Melbourne-history.html While Melbourne history is short compared to other world cities, facts about Melbourne reveal that it is a world class city. Gold rush, Chinese dragons, little Italy, vibrant arts, sport. Thu, 25 Aug 2011 11:40:00 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/shops-in-Melbourne.html High end fashion shops in Melbourne are numerous. Melbourne is the place to shop in the southern hemisphere, and also home of many Australian Fashion Designers. Thu, 25 Aug 2011 10:44:17 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/Melbourne-blog.html#The-Handmade-Music-Festival-is-on Experimental instrument builders invite to the Handmade Music Festival. It is a celebration of musical craftsmanship and exploration into cutting edge technologies and music creations. Thu, 25 Aug 2011 01:08:13 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/index.html The We Love Melbourne website has a new look and feel. Over the next few weeks, all pages will be replaced with this new look. Let us know what you think! Tue, 23 Aug 2011 00:24:40 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/google-search.html You can do a Google Search right from our website, where you can find the latest info about Melbourne. Mon, 22 Aug 2011 06:35:09 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/melbourne-writers-festival.html The Melbourne Writers festival starts next week - good time now to get tickets. This is when the who is who of words and writing will descend on Melbourne, giving talks, readings, workshops... Wed, 17 Aug 2011 11:36:47 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/winter-festival.html An opportunity to mock up the feel of an European winter: Ice-skating, shows, European winter food and drink, and entertainment. Blitz Ice Race this Saturday night! Winter Festival: August 18 - September 4. Wed, 17 Aug 2011 06:37:30 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/graffiti-melbourne.html Do you have some good photos of Melbourne street art? Want to share them? We'd like to post them on this site!! Sat, 13 Aug 2011 07:03:39 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/federation-square.html Cadel Evans, first Australian winner of the Tour de France, is a stellar example of what we can achieve when we don't give up, even if it means going through hell in the process. He will be at Fed Square on Friday, August 12 at noon. Thu, 11 Aug 2011 01:09:08 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/Melbourne-blog.html#Chocolate-Rush-Festival Everything you ever wanted to know and taste about chocolate: chocolate champions, chocolate market, chocolate dinner. Handmade and loved. August 13-14 at the Docklands. Sat, 06 Aug 2011 05:20:14 GMT