It’s amazing to think that we are at that time of year already! Christmas will be upon us in just a few weeks, and New Year’s Eve is not too far behind. So as our thoughts turn towards 2012, it’s a great time to start thinking about what we are looking to achieve in the New Year.
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We received a fabulous response to last month’s article and yogAttitude cards giveaway from senior Yoga teacher, Nadine Fawell that we are proud to announce the upcoming pre-release of her new DVD, ‘yogAttitude: strong stretched serene’, which was filmed in beautiful Bali and her new e-book ‘The Art of Observation’.
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I recently got back from a family holiday up north. I realized the importance of family time - spending time together, no work, no stress (other than what to eat for lunch and dinner), and no worries.
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'The Sense of an Ending' by Julian Barnes
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I heard the car door slam and rushed to greet her. "Hiya Tiger," she leaned down tiredly to scratch me behind the ears. I'd be doing cartwheels if I wasn't so dignified.
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Join the international stars of DanceSport in the not to be missed annual event, the 66th Australian DanceSport Championship, as they compete to take out the 2011 Australian titles at Hisense Arena this December.
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Enthusiastic ice skaters formed a conga line last month at Docklands Medibank Icehouse in an attempt to smash the world record for the longest conga line on ice and to raise funds for Zaidee's Rainbow Foundation.
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You only need to look out the window, pick up a magazine or switch on the television at the moment to see that the fashion trend for Spring is all about colour! Bold, bright and lots of it!
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There is a bit of a sport buzz happening at the moment.
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This is an excerpt from local yoga teacher Nadine Fawell's yogAttitude card and workbook set.
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'The Man in the Gray Flannel Skirt by Jon-Jon Goulian'
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Are you a Baby Boomer looking for something different to do, a new challenge to conquer, have you thought about giving lawn bowls a try?
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On October 18 two of Australia's best sailors, the 2011 Australian Freestyle Kiteboarding Champion, a handful of glamorous models, a fabulous new ambassador and yachts showcased sailing lifestyle for the launch of the 2011 ISAF Sailing World Cup, Sail Melbourne.
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Some wounds are a little less obvious than others. While standard first-aid lessons may equip you for a medical emergency, only mental first-aid training will help you respond to someone who may be suicidal or experiencing a panic attack.
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I discovered something new the other day, something I had not thought of or even considered. It is 100 days until Christmas. Who would have thought that the year has come and gone so quickly, and here we are again talking about Christmas, the fairy lights, decorations, carols and that present list that has to be created and completed.
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Spring is everywhere! The weather is warming up, the flowers are blooming and with wonderful events such as the Spring Racing Carnival coming up on our social calendar, our thoughts start to turn towards the party season. So are you going to party hard or party smart?
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Active Melbourne City Sports would like to invite you and your colleagues to be part of the Docklands Sports Cup - a series of mini sports tournaments to foster competitive spirit in the Docklands Community.
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As I prepare for my first marathon this month, I am regularly in contact with others in the same situation as myself, whether it be the full, half, or 10km distance. The many miles of training inevitably result in painful sore joints & muscles.
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On the 9th of September the Enterprize moved home port from Williamstown to its new home at Docklands. The Enterprize is the replica of the sailing ship which brought the first European settlers to Melbourne in August 1835.
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Melbourne is stepping-out as a true waterfront city with the release of the latest Yarra River Business Association visitors' guide. 'Discover Melbourne's Waterfront' is a stylish new visitor guide and map which not only highlights the combined attractions and services of the Lower Yarra River and Docklands, but heralds a new marketing thrust for the city.
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We all like to spend time with positive people.
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In 2011 it is estimated that 14,300 women and men in Australia will be diagnosed with breast cancer, making it the most common cancer for women. While this is an alarming number, it is important to remember that most women survive breast cancer, with statistics showing the 5 year survival rate for women diagnosed with breast cancer is 88% with many women living long and full lives beyond this period.
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Tahlia Mandie has generously given of her time and expertise as a regular and valued contributor to 3008docklands over the past few years and each month brings her professional insight into the realm of families and tools for parenting to our readers.
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Come and enjoy a wonderful day on Sunday 23rd October at the The Harbour Family and Children's Centre Fete.
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Get up close to all the fast-paced action of elite ice hockey when the 2011 Australian Ice Hockey League (AIHL) Finals take centre stage at Medibank Icehouse from 3 - 4 September.
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'The Convenient Kitchen' is a unique concept created by Melbourne-based Heike Schwarz that is making it easier for people to cook fresh, healthy meals, without having to search for fresh ingredients or come up with new recipe ideas night after night.
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Family-friendly entertainment and fireworks make New Year's Eve at Docklands the place to be.
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Pammy Kokoras is a Monash University Journalism Masters student and also a 3008Docklands reader. Pammy recently wrote this article about her impressions of the World Trade Centre and the Wharf areas.
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July is traditionally a difficult time for the Blood Service. Demand is high, and many regular donors are unable to attend their appointments due to illness.
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The 34th Bank of Melbourne Marathon takes place on October 9 and organisers are hopeful last year's spate of record-breaking achievements can be repeated.
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This year's Australian International Motor Show promises to be the largest-ever event held under the title.
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Five days and nights of the worlds greatest music performances and documentaries captured on film.
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Ignite the Dream is a concert with a heart and a cause - to give voice to athletes with an intellectual disability and to raise funds for Special Olympics' important programs that support these athletes.
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Annually the Sea Sunday appeal is hosted to raise funds and awareness of seafarers' welfare and the work of the Mission to Seafarers.
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IBO Cruiserweight champion, Danny "The Green Machine" Green will put his world title on the line when he steps onto the canvas to face former light-heavyweight, world champion, Antonio "Magic Man" Tarver this July on home soil.
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Each year The Sacred Heart Mission assembles a sensational line-up of Australian performers who come together for the Mission's major fundraiser for the year - Heart of St Kilda concert.
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YMCA Docklands, also known as the 'Centre of Excellence' for YMCA Victoria is excited to launch its most recent innovation in creative fitness programming, SNO-FIT. With the recent cold weather and significant snowfalls in the Alpine region, the launch is timely for snow sports enthusiasts.
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Melbourne charity Big Brothers Big Sisters has just launched "Chase the Cache", a treasure hunt with a twist using state-of-the art GPS technology that is set to become the charity's signature fundraising event.
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To write or not to write? For me, this is the question. For Lisa Dempster, there is only one answer. I met up with the Director of the Emerging Writers' Festival to discuss the details of this exciting, forthcoming event.
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Judges in this year's prestigious Australian Jazz Bell Awards have been overwhelmed by both the high calibre and quantity of entries across all categories and recently announced the nominations for the 2011 awards, which features some of the brightest talent in the Australian jazz scene.
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Get set to feel the excitement of the 2011 Formula 1 Qantas Australian Grand Prix from 24-27 March.
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A magical Christmas Wonderland of fun that you and your family will never forget.
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Strap your skates on and bring your best ’ho ho ho’ to Medibank Icehouse this December!
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The festive season has certainly begun, with decorations, fairy lights, and Christmas trees already on display in most stores. While our eyes instantly wander to this section our mind is thinking ’gee...what do I get my kids for Christmas?’ For some of you, your children may have already dropped a few pointers, hints and cheeky remarks of what they want Santa to bring them.
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The Australian Centre for the Moving Image (ACMI) will be the exclusive Australian host for Dreams Come True: The Art of Disney’s Classic Fairy Tales, a major new exhibition celebrating over 70 years of Disney animation.
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A Roaring Good Gift Idea!
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Live Entertainment Gifts
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A Tefal Gift for one Lucky 3008 Reader!
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Emily’s Sha-de Gift Idea
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The Gift of Chocolate
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A bounty of Christmas cheer
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MI Goals Diary 2011 - What amazing Goals will you achieve!
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The ’Happily Ever After’ Gift
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My First Christmas Gift for family & friends
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Elements launches new outdoor cushion range
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Light Up Your Christmas
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A big YES to Christmas Specials
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A sea of Santas and Christmas cheer will take over the streets of Melbourne as Variety Victoria\'s second annual Santa Fun Run takes off at 9am on Sunday 5 December.
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The Upstream Foundation\'s major annual event is the Upstream 50km Challenge; an annual 50km walk/run from Docklands to Donvale to be held on 13th November 2010.
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English Tourist. It\'s what they must all be thinking, as I jump onto the city circle tram dressed in shorts and t-shirt.
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The powerful Sydney Dance Company production we unfold, will have its Melbourne premiere this November for a strictly limited season of 7 performances only.
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In 2010, the world Marathon movement celebrates the 2500th anniversary of the Marathon Battle (490 BC) and the legend of Pheidippides the Greek soldier-runner who ran from the village of Marathon to Athens bearing the message of victory to the Athenians. This legend provided the impetus for the establishment of the Marathon as an event during the first Modern Olympic Games, held in Athens in 1896.
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Put on your best corporate attire and grab your bike helmet! On November 19th, teams of smartly-dressed cyclists will be riding around Docklands to raise awareness of youth mental health, helping the Sunshine Foundation and Orygen Youth Health to deliver their HeadSmart education program to secondary school students across the country.
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It\'s normal for older generations to believe that those younger than them are slowly descending into illiteracy. In D.H. Lawrence\'s 1913 novel Sons And Lovers, the prospective employer of the book\'s teenaged protagonist, Paul, remarks that:
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As the blame game continues for all the carnage caused on Black Saturday early last year, it\'s worth pondering whether anything can or will be done to prevent losses from future inevitable bushfires.
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An eclectic mix of colours jumps out at you from across the room, shining jewellery glimmers at you from every corner, the aroma of freshly baked waffles wafts through the air.
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Melbourne\'s Overload Poetry Festival is upon us again. Now in its ninth year, the festival is a firm fixture on the cultural calendar, continuing to highlight Melbourne\'s thriving poetry scene.
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Congratulations to all Mother\'s Day Classic participants, volunteers and sponsors for raising a record $2.1 million this year.
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Ride the Worlds is an opportunity to get into the spirit of the up-coming 2010 UCI World Road Cycling Championships. It is a 21km family ride over Bolte Bridge and through the city celebrating this highly acclaimed international event.
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Despite being left out of most personal finance books, romance and having a life aren\'t mutually exclusive with money. It seems every week there is a new statistic telling us a large number of Australian women are bad with their finances.
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On several occasions this month I have paused for a moment to appreciate just how much can be achieved by passionate people putting their heads together and working towards a common goal.
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As yet another indication of our growing diversity, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu has now arrived at Docklands with training sessions taking place at The Hub.
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In 2010, Run Melbourne is set to prove its rapidly growing reputation as Victoria’s premier community fitness event. With the option of a 5km run/walk, 10km run or half marathon, ‘anyone can’ join in the challenge and run/walk on a course that features some of Melbourne’s icons.
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Witnessing the incredible scenes of young children creating pieces of their own art and engaging with others in a relaxed, open environment while free of expectations, is a marvellous thing.
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La Genova di Bacci Pagano (‘Genoa’ told by Bacci Pagano) is an amazing Italian exhibition, which has been displayed in Genova and now in Melbourne. It offers a visionary journey through the city called “la Superba”.
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Local musicians are tuning up for big rewards as entries opened for one of Australia’s most valuable music prizes – the Melbourne Prize for Music 2010 and Awards.
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At Bike Force we pride ourselves on offering the biggest choice and best brands of bikes in the business. Since establishing in 1991 we have grown to 20 stores across Australia.
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Rumoured to have sunk ships and throttled sharks, a mythical creature found in the deep Pacific Ocean off Japan and Alaska will call Melbourne Aquarium its home from June 2010.
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After a four year closure, the National Trust of Australia (Victoria) is proud to confirm the re-launch of Polly Woodside later this year. Polly is one of Melbourne’s iconic attractions.
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The 50th Annual Melbourne Boat Show promises a booming year for recreational boating in Victoria.
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Titanic: The Artefact Exhibition takes us on a journey through the life and death of history’s most romantic, most mythologised, most darkly tragic ship.
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Last year we featured an article on the Albert Park Lawn Bowls Club whose lady “Champion of the Green” was Docklands resident Polly Mansell. Unfortunately for the Club, Polly’s commitments have taken her to Queensland and so she was unable to defend her title.
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When Mikala Tai and her long-time friend and respected Art Dealer Bryan Collie found themselves with an ideal space for a gallery right in the centre of Melbourne they wasted no time in putting their heads together to come up with a concept and a distinctly new approach for selecting pieces to fill it. Melbourne International Fine Art was born.
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We have enjoyed such a wonderful year, filled with continuous change and the welcoming of new and ongoing advertisers. We wish to take this opportunity to thank our clients and our readers for their support, encouragement and interest that has helped your 3008 Docklands Magazine progress to reach new heights each passing month.
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That’s right, the Victoria Harbour Schools Sailing Series this year packed 102 races into two school days to select Victoria’s best secondary school sailing team.
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Wrangling school holidays with work isn’t easy, but finding a place all the family can be happy is bliss.
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It has been just over 12 months since Matt and Bill Gordin opened the New Bike Force store in Docklands bringing a wealth of bike retail experience to the area.
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Kieser Training certainly has a way of taking you further, and beyond.
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The BlackBerry City Chase is the World’s Largest Urban Adventure Series and a great opportunity to enjoy a full day of laughter, adventure and discovery right here in Melbourne.
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Tim Burton’s reimagining of Lewis Carroll’s much-loved tale is dark, lavish, and beguiling. A children’s story readapted for grown ups, Alice In Wonderland offers a good dose of madness that is comic and tragic in equal measures.
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Teams Bike Force Subiaco – Clive De Senneville, Jason De Senneville, Matt Wikstrom and Demir Kolonic Bike Force Australia – Matt Gordin, Bill Gordin, Dean Whelan and Gareth Knight
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The Icehouse at Docklands was officially opened on February 12th coinciding perfectly with the commencement of the Vancouver Winter Olympics.
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Mark Richardson, Editor of Melbourne Media discovered the benefits of Kieser Training and explains how he managed to improve his quality of life in twelve short weeks of professional back strengthening treatment.
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Are there any Docklands “wannabee” lawn bowlers out there?
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Bike Force Australia is proud to be a sponsor of the TDT Women’s R.A.C.E. team; an elite team of female cyclists belonging to the Regional Academy of Cycling Excellence (R.A.C.E.)
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Never before has there been such an effective means of ridding the chest of unsightly lines which are a result of sun damage, ageing, gravity & sleeping on the side.
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What prompted Borders to locate at South Wharf, what appealed most about this area?
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Enjoying the starscape under the Melbourne moonlight is always spectacular, but enjoying the Ford Fiesta Moonlight Cinema with stars of a different genre is not only stunning but the perfect backdrop for an impressive schedule of new release, classic and cult films under the stars.
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There is nothing wrong with resolving to get fit, but so many New Year resolutions fail because they are approached in the wrong way. Statistics show that fifty per cent of people who start an exercise program discontinue within six weeks.
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As we’ve already experienced an unseasonably warm spring many Docklands locals will be wondering where to find the coolest places to stay. Well, cool as another hot Melbourne summer approaches. Fortunately, our city by the bay offers many spots for the urban cool hunter.
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The Docklands Yacht Club invite you to ‘come try sailing’ in their fleet of award winning Access Dinghies.
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A new Boating Guide for Waterfront City Marina at Melbourne Docklands has been released in time for the 2009-10 summer boating season.
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Award-winning international artists will sculpt 20 tonnes of golden sand into an extraordinary and eye-catching sand installation in the heart of Docklands.
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Tailored to children, teenagers and adults Mini Golf has come to Docklands. Mini Golf Black Light Glow in the Dark is 18 holes of fun and a super cool way to spend your summer holiday time in this ‘cool’ environment.
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The Audi Victoria Week program commences with the Docklands Invitational and the King of the Docklands, prior to the fleet setting sail for Corio Bay in the historic Melbourne to Geelong passage race.
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"Out To Lunch" is a 40' luxury sailing catamaran, specialising in Corporate Events, Client Entertaining, Private Parties and Tours out of the Docklands and Sorrento.
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Gather your friends or family, pack a picnic and enjoy Melbourne’s sunny days and balmy nights with Summer Fun in the City!
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Finally, a gift pack that just keeps on giving! Belly Art, the industry leaders in all things Mums and Bubs brings you their latest and most innovative product line – the Inkless Print Frame Kit.
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They say it’s all in the way it’s wrapped not in the gift itself which makes the ritual of gift giving and receiving so special.
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They say it’s all in the way it’s wrapped not in the gift itself which makes the ritual of gift giving and receiving so special.
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VAF OCTAVIO 1 iPod Speakers
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Chocolateria San Churro Docklands have a delightful range of premium chocolate gifts for you to indulge your special chocolate lover this Christmas.
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Established in 1954 by watchmaker Bruce Rutherford, this jewellery house is now run by second and third generation family members whose passion for the elegant and unique is apparent in every piece. Rutherford specialises in Art Deco, Victorian and contemporary jewellery which speaks of timelessness and romance.
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For a rip roaring gift idea, tickets to the 2010 summer season of the Zoo Twilight concerts are hard to go past. A magnificent line up of performers including Kate Ceberano, Joe Camilleri & the Black Sorrows, Diesel, James Reyne and Mark Seymour will entertain amongst the superb setting and atmosphere of the zoo this summer.
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The ultimate in Christmas gifts for kids both big and small, a shiny new bike and a huge range of helmets and accessories at hand at Bike Force Docklands.
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Borders has teamed up with Penguin Classics to exclusively sell a range of newly designed hardback classics, including Oliver Twist and The Odyssey.
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The new Big Max – IQ 3 wheel golf buggy is not only an attractive design but is also very functional and practical. Low resistant, smooth rolling rubber tyres allow for smooth and steady tracking and given the freewheeling nature of the buggy a brake is important.
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As another festive season rolls around many of us will vow once again to avoid the mad last minute present grabbing rush, but thinking of things to buy for the friends who have everything, remembering what long lost relatives look like – let alone what they’d like for a gift - and doing some quick mental calculations and fairly creative budget stretching to figure out how to afford it all can add to the stress of the silly season.
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The past decade of drought has inspired the collective conscience of Australians to find ways to save water. As Australian author Nicola Chait, says, "The future of environmental issues rests with our children. Our children are the way forward, if we educate the kids correctly about the issue of water community attitudes will change as the next generation grows.”
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Cancer Council Victoria is calling on Docklands locals to support the hundreds of residents diagnosed with cancer this year by taking a lead role in the upcoming Melbourne City Relay For Life.
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Bike Force is doing something really exciting in the lead-up to Christmas! Not only do we have the latest range of bikes now available from all the leading brands, as an added bonus, we have a fantastic trip to Italy up for grabs!
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There are now five tram services to Docklands:
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Lance Gostelow is Australia’s number one light welterweight boxer and is ranked in the top 10 in the world. A regular fighter at the home of boxing at Shed 14 in Docklands, Lance gave 3008 an insight into what it takes to make it to the top as he sets his sights on the World Boxing Federation title.
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Most people would be familiar with Dennis Hopper the Hollywood actor, but not as many would recognise him as a painter and prolific photographer, exhibited worldwide.
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Preparing for exams can be a stressful process for both students and their families.
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Parks Victoria wants you to become involved in the review of the existing management plans for the Greater Alpine National Parks.
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Keen boaters are setting a steady course for Port Phillip Bay next February to raise money for special needs and disadvantaged children as part of the third annual Variety Splash.
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On 17 October 2009, the World Premiere of the extraordinary Leonardo Da Vinci ‘Anatomy to Robots’ Exhibition opens in Melbourne
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Located at the new Hilton Melbourne South Wharf, Sotano Wine and Tapas bar blends the best of traditional north-eastern Spain with Australian flair, to bring Melbourne a unique, and spectacular, offering.
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Enjoy a day at the Races without leaving Docklands.
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Docklands is all a buzz with the arrival of Le Cirque Fine Foods, an exquisite eatery that has everyone talking and enjoying the myriad of delicacies available, its charming interior, real service with a genuine smile and the delectably fine foods on offer.
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Capture the excitement of the Spring Racing Carnival and take the opportunity to enjoy the party atmosphere aboard the fantastic Derby Day cruise to Flemington.
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As the weather warms up and the days become longer, the collective Melbourne consciousness turns to an annual highlight on the national sport and fashion calendar – Melbourne Spring Racing Carnival. The Carnival brings an influx of domestic and international visitors to our fair city and is a great boost to local tourism and hospitality.
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During her late teens and early twenties, Melissa Jackson wanted to be many things – textile artist, knitwear designer, opera singer. Today, she is known for her unique millinery style, dressing some of Australia’s most fashionable ‘fillies’.
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Well, it’s not quite from the horse’s mouth but as close as you’ll probably get, 3008 asked renowned race horse trainer David Hayes a few questions about racing and his tips for this year’s Spring Racing Carnival.
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Victoria’s Spring Racing Carnival has officially started and will showcase fifty fabulous days of world-class thoroughbred racing, fashions on the field and a spirited social atmosphere which is unrivalled by any other Australian sporting event.
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Sharelle McMahon is Captain of the Australian Netball Diamonds, the number one ranked netball team in the world. Sharelle talks to 3008 about the upcoming Holden Netball Test series against number two ranked New Zealand and her favourite places in Docklands.
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Melbourne Leisurefest will once again be the place for one stop shopping for all your RV, caravanning, camping, boating and 4x4 needs when it comes to Sandown Racecourse. Australia’s biggest RV, camping, boat and 4x4 show will be jam packed with the latest recreational vehicles, vessels and equipment.
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The continuous efforts by Docklands Yacht Club, found recognition at Yachting Victoria's Annual Industry Awards Night presented on June 19th.
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It’s been that time of year again. Time for, by far the most important event on the competitive cycling calendar, the 96th running of the Tour de France. A unique event, run over 22 gruelling days, from the 4th to the 26th of July, the Tour de France has taken in some of the world’s most spectacular, scenic and difficult terrain.
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Tim Callan of the Western Bulldogs dispels the rumour that footballers are all brawn and no brains; the 25 year old former Cat, is completing his master’s degree and as the 2009 AFL season draws to a close and the Western Bulldogs play their last home game at Docklands before the finals, 3008 asks if after fifty five years could this be the year of the Dogs?
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Cancer took my father from me at a time in my life that should have been amongst my happiest days. I was ready to get married, I was about to contemplate my own life and family, but it didn’t work out that way. Nine years later, a day still doesn’t go by when I don’t think of Dad and the incredible doctors and nurses that deal and see the affects of cancer each day.
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With Father’s Day approaching in September, this can be a very joyful occasion for some, but a very sad and lonely time for others. Every family has different structures with different significant members - some children live with their father, some tragically don’t have a father, some see their father only on rare occasions, and others may have different father models.
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It may be the ugliest shoe on earth but the Vibram Five Fingers have been made to emulate the human foot, giving you the feeling of being bare foot.
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For the Dad that likes to look his best and accessorise check out items from the BMW Accessories range.
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If Dad spends too much time in the office or enjoys a cool ale or two, get him something personalised he can use at work and at play personalised from the little guy or Daddy’s little girl.
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For the discerning single malt scotch whiskey drinker you can’t go past this unusual, certified organic, Benromach Organic, yes organic!
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The most priceless gift you can give Dad this Father’s Day is telling him how much he means to you in a specially chosen card.
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If it is time for the Dad that has everything to get a kick start to life again, then go no further than the XJET experience.
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What should I get dad this father’s day? Luna Natural Therapies has the answer…….
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Could there be anything better for Dad that spending time with the ones he loves and feeling like King for a day, well OK, just for a couple of hours! The Rivers Fathers Day BBQ Lunch Cruise is a fantastic way to enjoy time together sharing a fabulous gourmet BBQ buffet, not to forget a welcome beer for Dad on arrival.
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Marine Training Services conducted Coxswain, Master 5, Master 4, MED 3 and MED 2 Courses. The nationally accredited course certificates are recognized in all States and Territories. Established in 1996, Marine Training Services (Vic Goy and Associates Pty Ltd) offers commercial training for people looking for employment in the Marine industry.
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Despite the number of families residing in Docklands is on the rise, the ‘child friendliness’ of Docklands is constantly called into question. Do concerns of traffic safety and ‘stranger danger’ prevent us from letting our children wander and play in Docklands without an adult? Are there enough play spaces in Docklands and are they suitable for children of all ages? What do children like or dislike about living in Docklands?
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Don’t they say that a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step? Well we have taken a rather large single step with the opening of Gowrie Victoria’s new service at The Harbour Family and Children’s Centre in Docklands.
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Self worth and identity… these are two words we so readily use to identify who we are. But do we actually know what each word means?
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I was thrilled to hear that Monkey Mania had opened their doors in Docklands, especially at a time when only the brave venture into the icy outdoors. But Monkey Mania is far from the typical children’s play-centre.
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The Kensington Community Recreation Centre is managed by the YMCA and will be running a School Holiday Program supervised by experienced staff members.
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Experience Melbourne’s newest and most exciting entertainment attraction, Wonderland Park.
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The excitement and drama of ancient Pompeii will be revealed in A Day in Pompeii, on show at Melbourne Museum from 26 June to 25 October 2009.
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Kids will love monkeying around at the newly opened Monkey Mania at Harbour Town.
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Nanna likes an adventure, but when she sets out across Australia with Ruby big-dog and Pauline the parrot, fur and feathers fly!
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Visit Federation Square these school holidays between 6-12 July for a week long program of puppet shows, roving performances, workshops, films and parades.
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The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles celebrate their 25th anniversary this year and Melbourne Aquarium is joining the party with LIVE performances from these dynamic characters everyday throughout the winter school holidays!
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ACMI are brushing off the spell books and heading indoors for a series of magical films these school holidays. Kicking off with a wizard medley – a free screening of four animated short films in one magical session simply titled Free Animated Wizard Kids’ Flicks.
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Here they come again....it’s school holiday time!
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The E.J Whitten Legends Game is a great tribute to the memory of Mr Football himself, Ted Whitten Senior. It is also a great initiative to raise awareness of Prostate Cancer, the very disease that took Ted Whitten’s life at only 62 years of age back in 1995.
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Opera Australia’s Chief Executive Adrian Collette has just announced the national opera company will undertake a public Australia-wide search for participants to join the Moffatt Oxenbould Young Artist Program in 2010.
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The Melbourne born success story that continues to receive rave reviews across the globe is back in town commencing their Barely Contained Tour back home. I spoke with Rockie Stone, member of the amazing Circus Oz troupe to get the highs and lows of life in the Circus of Oz.
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I imagine anyone with an appreciation for Art and the great masters will be anxiously anticipating the sixth exhibition in the Melbourne Winter Masterpieces series, an exclusive exhibition for the National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) and the first comprehensive retrospective of the work of Salvador Dali ever to be staged in Australia.
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Buying your first work of art can be an intimidating experience… from gallery staff who speak another language entirely, to hugely varying prices and quality for seemingly inexplicable reasons.
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The drums beat frantically as the old man with a grey moustache sways rhythmically with his snake in a trancelike state The reptile curls its way round his neck and down his arm as the drummers begin to chant. I watch, entranced. As the old man calms, the snake leers at onlookers.
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Papillon’s location should be the first sign that this is a place to ‘get away from it all’ within minutes of the CBD. The sparkling water gives the day spa, situated at Yarra’s Edge, more of a luxurious resort feel.
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CAE offers a wide range of short courses at The Hub at 17 Waterview Walk, Docklands. Whether you want to write the next big Australian novel or learn how to use your new digital camera, CAE will offer the following short courses at The Hub during winter. For more info on the below courses www.cae.edu.au or call 9652 0611.
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It’s time to jump on the bandwagon and boycott those lattes in style. Mariage Frères provides the perfect excuse to sit in silence for a few precious moments and savour the flavor and aromas created by the oldest tea house in the world.
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2301/70 Lorimer Street Docklands - $1.1 million The views from this 23rd floor apartment are simply spectacular and at night – breathtaking.
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3 Station Pier is a ‘Modern Australian’ dining experience… it exemplifies Australia’s lifestyle.
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Sallyann Penaluna of Luna Natural Therapies has used her extensive experience as a clinical naturopath in treating a myriad of health conditions for thousands of her clients. The importance of clinical experience cannot be overstated in terms of having the ability to identify and treat specific complaints and deliver the results.
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May 29th is 65 Roses Day, an important day named after the folklore story of a little boy who could not pronounce his sister’s condition, Cystic Fibrosis, and instead called it “65 Roses”.  Cystic Fibrosis is the most common recessive genetic condition affecting Australian children and young adults today. It primarily affects the lungs and digestive system by clogging them with thick, sticky mucus.
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Featuring a unique strength training system developed in Europe, Kieser Training recently established itself in the Docklands area on adjoining City Road. The clinic is a medical fitness centre, priding itself in individualised programs that use state-of-the-art equipment to isolate specific muscle groups and deliver strength gains with a minimum time investment.
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Getting fit and improving your wellbeing and outlook on life has never been more enjoyable, forget the boring gym workouts or solo walks and discover Bootbox to get you looking and feeling good in no time.
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Experience the sea and its marvellous marine life streaming into IMAX Melbourne Museum with Under the Sea 3D. Through the visual majesty of IMAX 3D, audiences will be transported to the crystal blue domains of diverse underwater dwellers, including the Leafy Sea Dragon and the Flamboyant Cuttlefish.
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To many, Melbourne is the fashion capitol of Australia, the cultural hub and a foodie’s paradise. How did we earn these distinctions? If the C.B.D. is the “heart beat” then surely the “arteries” such as St. Kilda Rd., Chapel St., Brunswick St., Lygon St. Toorak Rd and Latrobe St, which leads us to Docklands, is the answer. Taking a stroll down any of these boulevards will make you, and interstate visitors realise why Melbourne is such a great place to live.
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On the boardwalk of Waterfront City in Docklands, the Melbourne Yacht Club Hotel (MYCH) is a fantastic addition to the eclectic mix of restaurants. Yet unlike the others, the MYCH can also claim to be one of Melbourne’s latest boutique hotels.
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It’s sweet, it’s cool, it’s delicious and it belongs to Docklands! When Nevio Belia came to Docklands in November 2002, he instantly saw Docklands as a low risk but tremendous opportunity. But not even Nevio could have imagined Limonetto would become not just a Docklands icon but also a Melbourne sight seeing icon. Then again, there’s the Big Pineapple, the Big Banana and now ….. the Big Cone!
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Scientists have all but stopped short of concluding a correlation between children exposed to the arts, particularly music with improved math and reading skills. What they are seeing is quantitative scientific data that confirms the traditional assumptions about the interrelationship between music and learning.
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Set along the waterfront promenade and Piazza, the Waterfront City Collector’s Sunday market is the ultimate eco-friendly market, offering a range of unique and original products.
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For centuries, men and women have thought about, talked about, and stressed about sex. People have wondered about it, wanted it and done it for generations. It is without question one of the biggest religions in Melbourne today.
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Glorious landmarks and breathtaking images are on show at Dukes Gallery, as photographer Neil Osborne presents his photographic work from home and abroad. After traveling through parts of Italy, Paris and Japan, Neil has accumulated some fantastic images that reflect life and architecture around the world. These limited edition works will be available for viewing at Dukes Gallery from the 26th of November.
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Celebrate Christmas Docklands style… the only challenge being where! Here is 3008docklands Feast Wish List of what is on offer…
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Docklands resident trainer and accomplished National Figure Competitor Sara Picken- Brown has some ideas to help manage your waistline and still enjoy the flavors of this wonderful festive season…
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Central Pier’s new pizzeria Va Bene, translated into English means “all good”!
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It’s the official season by which we all get to celebrate the art of giving. Here are some of our favourites…
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Mem Aziz, the Founder of redrock gallery, found his passion and inspiration for Aboriginal Art through his love of music.
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Now that most of us are back to work with vague memories of those New Year Resolutions, many of us are wondering how to kick those Christmas kilos!
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Melbourne can be at times difficult to discover. Hidden Secrets Tours is not about playing Bingo. There are no buses and definitely no stuffed koalas in hand. You’ll be amazed by all the secrets waiting to be discovered around Melbourne with a team of passionate local guides on an exciting half day indulgent tour…
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Get on your bike to support people living with MS! Join 5,000 cyclists on Sunday 22 February for a 40km ride through the City of Melbourne, over the spectacular Westgate Bridge and through the fresh bay side suburbs of Port Melbourne and Williamstown as part of an iconic event to help raise awareness and vital funds to support people living with Multiple Sclerosis.
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Forget the daydreaming and get ready to strap in and take off in 2009 for the ride of your life!
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….The Footy’s Back
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