Western Melbourne Tourism

04/03/2025

March Mayhem in the West! - https://mailchi.mp/79046b81cb86/melbournes-west-enews-march

03/03/2025

The countdown is on! The Avalon Australian International Airshow is gearing up for an incredible weekend of aviation excitement on March 29th and 30th. Expect breathtaking aerial displays, engaging activities, and a truly memorable experience.

Want to know all the details about dates, transportation options, and what's in store? Check out this article for everything you need to know:

Keep your eyes on the sky and watch planes soar through the air at the Avalon Australian International Airshow from March 28 to 30.

26/02/2025

The Melbourne International Comedy Festival is bringing the laughs to the west! Get ready for some top-notch comedic talent and a great night out.

Here's what's in store:

Comedy Out West: The Final Showdown: Join us at Kindred Studios in Footscray on March 27th for the 10th anniversary of this legendary comedy event! Expect a stellar lineup of past champions and a night of side-splitting laughter. Get your tickets here: https://www.comedyfestival.com.au/browse-shows/comedy-out-west-the-final-showdown/

Jimeoin's Pandemonium: Catch the one and only Jimeoin at The Clocktower Centre in Moonee Ponds on March 28th. Prepare for hilarious stories, observations, and maybe even a bit of (comedic) life advice. Book your tickets: https://www.comedyfestival.com.au/browse-shows/jimeoin-pandemonium/

Brimbank Comedy Gala: The Bowery Theatre in St Albans is the place to be on March 28th for a massive comedy gala. Enjoy a fantastic lineup of comedians, including some talented local performers. Secure your spot: https://www.comedyfestival.com.au/browse-shows/brimbank-comedy-gala/

Don't miss out on the fun! Grab your tickets now.

21/02/2025

Mark your calendars! The Brimbank Writers and Readers Festival returns from March 13th-22nd, 2025, offering ten days of FREE literary events and activities for all ages. Hosted at various libraries and venues across Brimbank, this festival celebrates diversity, creativity, and lifelong learning, thanks to our Principal Sponsor, Victoria University.

This year's program is packed with exciting opportunities to engage with authors, explore diverse genres, and connect with fellow book lovers. Highlights include:

Opening Night: Multi-award-winning artist Kate Ceberano in conversation with Paul Bateman about her memoir, Unsung.

Author Talks: Hear from a diverse range of authors, including Brimbank local Michelle Bourke, LGBTQIA+ author Holden Sheppard, Australian Afro-Caribbean author Maxine Beneba Clarke, parenting expert Michael Carr-Gregg, and many more.

Special Events: Enjoy culinary explorations with "The Art of Food" and "Meatballs around the World," a family performance by world music star Mitch Tambo, and a screening of the powerful film The Last Daughter.

Workshops: Develop your writing skills with workshops on comedy writing, grief writing, spoken word, and digital illustration.

Youth & Family Programs: Engage young readers and writers with award-winning author Dr. Lili Wilkinson, Alex Miles, and Kathryn Mulqueeney's Costume Box Children's Storytime.

"There are so many exciting and interesting events at this year’s Brimbank Writers and Readers Festival. There’s something for everyone, including film buffs and foodies. Tickets will go fast, so please book as soon as you can.” - Cr Thuy Dang, Mayor of Brimbank.

Register now for free tickets and explore the full program: https://brimbanklibraries.vic.gov.au/writersfestival

Brimbank City Council

20/02/2025

Melbourne’s West is known for world-class food and drinks to local and global audiences.

Whether you are drawn to a career in hospitality management, commercial cookery, kitchen operations, or an employer looking to upskill your team - Victoria University TAFE will provide the necessary skills to succeed in Melbourne’s West thriving hospitality industry.

The Victorian TAFE Network Hospitality and Cookery scholarship program has been introduced to address shortages of skilled labour in Melbourne’s hospitality industry and to support new talent with career opportunities.

This scholarship is valued at $10,000 per successful applicant. Applications are open all year round!

Find out more: https://ow.ly/wkNS50V3fEs

12/02/2025

https://www.timeout.com/melbourne/news/australias-first-ever-vietnamese-museum-is-coming-to-melbourne-021125we

The new landmark will celebrate Vietnamese history and culture.

05/02/2025

Good Times! It's February Westside

Check out our latest What's On newsletter: https://ow.ly/66s750UUp4Q

05/02/2025

Good Times! It's February Westside - https://mailchi.mp/96be22457b2d/melbournes-west-enews-february

04/02/2025

Yarraville: it's more than just the "Elwood of the west." Local writer John Weldon delves into the heart of this vibrant Melbourne suburb, exploring its unique character, from the bustle of "The 'Ville" (with the Sun Theatre of course), to the quieter pockets west of Williamstown Road. Read his insightful take on Yarraville's past, present, and quirks in this engaging article:

On warm summer evenings, when the streets are full of punters, you can understand why it was named one of the coolest neighbourhoods in the world.

04/02/2025

🌿 Calling all nature lovers and green thumbs! 🌿

Explore the beauty and resilience of dryland flora at the Melton Botanic Garden during a free guided tour for the National Sustainability Festival!

Learn about water-wise plants and sustainable gardening practices you can use at home. We'll explore the internationally accredited Dryland Eucalyptus Arboretum (home to over 100 species!) and other themed gardens showcasing plants from around the globe.

📅 Date: Sunday, February 9th
⏰ Time: 10am - 12pm (includes a gentle 1.5-hour walk followed by morning tea)
📍 Location: Friends of the Melton Botanic Garden Depot
💰 Cost: FREE!

This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with nature and learn about climate-conscious gardening. Bookings are essential! https://sustainabilityfestival.au/event/melton-botanic-garden-guided-tour-2/

Friends of the Melton Botanic Garden, Inc. Melton City Much More

Guided walk through part of the Melton Botanic Garden. The Garden is based on a dryland theme specialising in plants that tolerate low water conditions once established

29/01/2025

Asia T**A is Australia’s major triennial of Asia-Pacific performance and is coming to Footscray Community Arts!

One Day We’ll Understand is a new multimedia performance exploring memory and inheritance through the compelling family history of visual artist Sim Chi Yin.

Led by a Singaporean-Australian creative team, the work combines haunting imagery with narration, archival footage and a driving live score by percussionist Cheryl Ong, to depict Sim’s multiple personas as artist, historian, writer, mother and granddaughter.

Running from Thursday 27 February to Saturday 1 March, this show is unmissable!

Chronotopia is a specially-curated exhibition accompanying One Day We’ll Understand. The works in Chronotopia raise questions of trans-generational inheritance by positing connections across geographies, using speculative methods of “critical fabulation” to interrupt the archive.

Chronotopia runs from 4 February — 22 March 2025

One Day We'll Understand is a CultureLink Singapore production in partnership with Chamber Made commissioned by Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay.

Find out more:
www.asiatopa.com.au/event/chronotopia
www.asiatopa.com.au/event/one-day-well-understand

City of Maribyrnong

28/01/2025

Have you heard? Melbourne's west is about to become home to Australia's first-ever Vietnamese Museum!

Located in Sunshine, this three-story museum "will host exhibitions that honour migrant journeys and celebrate contributions of the Vietnamese community to Australia" (Secret Melbourne).

The museum will not only house over 280 artifacts but also feature a community hub, resource centre, and a function space for events.

Read on: https://secretmelbourne.com/vietnamese-museum-australia/

Brimbank City Council

The planning permit for Vietnamese Museum Australia has been given the green light, and the museum will be constructed in Sunshine.

23/01/2025

Midsumma Westside is on now! 🎉

And the party's in full swing across Footscray! Don't miss your chance to celebrate q***r arts and culture with an incredible lineup of events happening until Feb 9th! 🌈

From drag shows and comedy galas to live music and more, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Here are some highlights you can still catch:

✨ Magic Makers: Catch mind-blowing magic at Mamma Chens until Feb 9th!
🗣️ TMI Tuesday: Get up close and personal with some amazing stories at Mamma Chens
😂 Q***r Comedy Gala: Laugh your socks off Pride of our Footscray Nightclub & Bar on Jan 30th!
🏳️‍🌈 Black and Fabulous: Celebrate Black excellence and q***r joy on Jan 31st
🎤 Playing Second Fiddle: Enjoy this captivating show at Bluestone Church Arts Space from Jan 28th-30th!
💃 Lauren Bok: Boklesque: Be amazed by this burlesque spectacle at Bluestone Church Arts Space from Jan 30th - Feb 1st!
🔥 Magic Men of Summer Risque R***e: Get ready for a sizzling hot night Pride of our Footscray Nightclub & Bar on Feb 1st!
🎉 All-Star Pride Drag Bingo: Play for fabulous prizes at Pride of our Footscray Nightclub & Bar on Feb 2nd!
👶 Toddler Social: Bring the little ones for a fun-filled morning at Bluestone Church Arts Space on Feb 7th & 8th!

Ready to join the fun? Check out the full program across Maribyrnong and the west: midsumma.org.au/info/midsumma-westside/

Midsumma Festival Arts and Culture Maribyrnong

22/01/2025

"Melbourne's western suburbs have huge, thriving multicultural communities, so it makes perfect sense that there are incredible celebrations happening in the west for Lunar New Year" (Time Out Melbourne).

Read on(!): https://www.timeout.com/melbourne/things-to-do/the-best-chinese-new-year-events-in-melbourne

Visit Melbourne

21/01/2025

https://brimbanknorthwest.starweekly.com.au/news/its-lunar-new-year-time/

Melbourne’s west is bursting with excitement this January. From Lunar New Year to sunset safaris, the westside is teeming with …

21/01/2025

Paesino - Bar & Pizzeria in Keilor is raising a glass (of vino, perhaps?) to featuring in The Age Good Food Guide's 10 best Italian restaurants!

An article in The Age last week highlighted Paesino's commitment to pizza perfection, from its 48-hour double-fermented dough to creative toppings like the "Johnny Mozzarella" and "Connie Carbone".

Find out why Paesino Pizzeria made the list and discover other great Italian dining deals here: https://www.theage.com.au/goodfood/melbourne-eating-out/how-to-dine-on-a-budget-at-10-top-italian-restaurants-from-the-good-food-guide-20250113-p5l3wl.html

Congratulations to the team at Paesino - Bar & Pizzeria !

https://paesinopizzeria.com.au/

Find $16 margherita pizza, weekend lunch menus with endless focaccia and drinks, and a date-night deal with a price that’ll have you feeling loved up.

14/01/2025

OVER 100,000 PEOPLE VISIT MELBOURNE’S WEST FOR LUNAR FESTIVAL CELEBRATIONS’

Melbourne's West welcomed the Year of the Snake with a fantastic start at the East Meets West Lunar New Year Festival in Footscray! 🎉 We're excited to keep the celebrations going with a vibrant array of Lunar New Year festivals across the region.

St Albans Lunar Festival

Sunday, January 19th, 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Alfrieda Street, St Albans
www.stalbanstowncentre.com.au/lunarfestival

Melbourne's largest and longest-running Lunar New Year celebration, the St Albans Lunar Festival is a must-visit, attracting tens of thousands of visitors. Enjoy live entertainment, delicious food stalls, amusement rides, and a spectacular fireworks display.

Lunar New Year Festivals across the west:

Sunshine Lunar New Year Festival: Sunday, January 26th, 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM, Hampshire Road, Sunshine - events.brimbank.vic.gov.au/sunshine-lunar-new-year-2025/

Quang Minh Tet Festival: Tuesday, January 28th, 6:00 PM - 1:00 AM, Quang Minh Temple, Braybrook - www.maribyrnong.vic.gov.au/festivalcity/Festivals/Quang-Minh-Tet-Festival

Lunar New Year at The Valley: Friday, February 7th, 6.15pm onwards, The Valley Racecourse, Moonee Ponds - https://www.thevalley.com.au/racing/calendar/2025-02-07/friday-night-lights

Wyndham Multicultural Lunar Festival: Sunday, February 9th, 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM, Stockland Point Cook Shopping Centre, Point Cook - www.visitwerribee.com/lunarfestival

Lunar New Year 2025 with Qi Qi: Saturday, February 15th, 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM, Commonwealth Reserve, Williamstown - www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/visit/Whats-On/Lunar-New-Year-2025-with-QiQi

Vietnamese TET Lunar New Year Festival: Saturday 15th and Sunday 16th February, 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM, Footscray Park - vcavic.org.au/

Join us in Melbourne's West and experience the rich tapestry of cultures that make our region so special!

13/01/2025

https://beat.com.au/free-moonee-valley-festival-drops-lineup-headlined-by-aussie-pop-sensation-budjerah/

Soul phenomenon Budjerah is set to headline the 2025 Moonee Valley Festival, bringing his ARIA-winning pipes to Queens Park this February.