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A ferry on the Yarra River, a green hilly bank and a stately building on one side, captured in a vintage tinted postcard format.

Melbourne’s Ever-Changing Ferry Scene

Hear discussions on ferries past, present and future.

A young woman standing at a podium holding a microphone, in front of a purple digital backdrop.

Top Scribe: Anthology Launch

Celebrating creative writing works by 2025 VCE Literature students from across Victoria.

A 'conversation piece' 18th century oil painting of a group of well-to-do people enjoying typical pasttimes of the era, by Bohemian artist, Johann Zoffany.

The Many Lives of Johann Zoffany

Join Dr Eugene Barilo Von Reisberg for a lecture exploring the many lives of Johann Zoffany.

Fran Lebowitz wearing a white shirt, overcoat, and dark sunglasses with a neutral expression, posed against an orange background.

An Evening with Fran Lebowitz

Fran Lebowitz returns, unleashing her chain-smoking, coffee-drinking New Yorker bite on the world.

Portrait of political commentator Paul Kelly in front of a wall of bookshelves.

Paul Kelly on the Coalition Years

How the Liberal Party lost its way and what it means for Australian politics.

A white plaster bust sculpture of a Greek goddess, used as a planter with dried plants and herbs arranged in the top opening.

Magic and Medicine: Rituals of Wellbeing

Discover the practices of magic and medicine in ancient Greece, and create your own concoction.

Vintage black and white photograph of Cliveden in East Melbourne, a grand four-storey residence.

Cosmopolitan Cliveden: Interiors, Decorum, Fancy Dress Balls

Join Dr Andrew Montana for a lecture exploring the interiors of Cliveden, East Melbourne.

Woman seated on the banks of a waterway at sunset or sunrise, with mountains in the background.
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Love Changes Everything Meditation Class

Exploring practical and inspiring ways to develop love, compassion and care for others,

An example of fine porcelain dinnerware with a dark blue and gold outer border surrounding painted flowers, and a circular painted image of lush fruit in the middle .

From Produce to Plate: The Influence of the Kitchen Garden

Join Suzanne Bravery for a lecture exploring the influence of the kitchen garden in decorative arts.

A smiling man holding a glass of tequila, bottles and shot glasses beside him.
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Sips of Mexico: Tequila, Mezcal and a Long Lunch

Enjoy a guided tasting of four artisan agave-based spirits paired with a four-course Mexican lunch.

A piece of royal presentation jewellery featuring a crown and the ER insignia of Queen Elizabeth II, resting on a blue velvet cushion inside a jewellery box.

Opulent Intimacy: Royal Presentation Jewellery

Join Scott Coleman for a lecture on royal jewellery accompanied by an afternoon tea.

Famous chef, Gary Mehigan, leaning on a wooden bench in a white kitchen and holding up a large bowl of pumpkin and spinach salad.

Small Changes Big Impact

Chef Gary Mehigan will be cooking while researchers share how to transform your heart and body.

A portrait of a person with straight dark hair against a dark background.

The Next Big Thing: Melbourne Writers Festival Edition

Six of Australia’s best emerging literary voices share their work. Note: sold out

A tour group holding merchandise bags and books, standing in a street.
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Malocchio Tour: Old Italian Wisdom for Modern Life

A Carlton walking tour blending storytelling, ritual, history and charm shopping.

Welsh baritone Sir Bryn Terfel sitting on a vintage couch surrounded by sheet music, smiling at the camera.

Masterclass with Sir Bryn Terfel

Welsh bass-baritone Sir Bryn Terfel hosts an illuminating masterclass featuring Melba Opera Trust.

A brown and white cartoon pony with a birthday hat and a ribbon that says, Happy Birthday Noni, on it; green background.

Alison Lester: 15 Years of Noni the Pony

Join Alison Lester for a fun-filled adventure in celebration of 15 years of Noni the Pony.

Portrait of TV presenter and author Stan Grant in his home library, sitting in front of his computer with his glasses in his hand.

Stan Grant: When Words Fail Us

Author and broadcaster Stan Grant reflects on the fragility of words.

Portrait of award-winning Young Adult author, Lynette Noni.

Lynette Noni: Shadow Reaper

Join bestselling Young Adult author Lynette Noni as she discusses her new book, Shadow Reaper.

A small gathering in a wine bar with a woman reading under a 'poetry and prose' sign.
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Open Mic: Poetry and Prose Readings

Calling all poets, writers and lyricists to join monthly poetry and prose readings, or just listen.

Eight bottles of Coonawarra wine lined up in a row against an orange background.

Wynns Luxury Collection Masterclass Melbourne

Explore the wine collection alongside one of Australia’s most respected winemakers, Sue Hodder.