Living Legends 2nd Birthday Celebrations
November 2, 10.00am – 3.00pm.
Woodlands Homestead and Historic Park, corner of Sunbury and Oaklands Rd, behind Melbourne Airport.
This is a free, family event.
Visitors will be able to pat racehorse champions and feature in Melbourne Cup photo opportunities, plus there will be pony rides, children’s activities, food tastings, and The Woodlands Homestead and Heritage gardens will be open to view.

For more information go to www.livinglegends.org.au

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The Circus Sunrise Spectacular
November 14, 2008 – January 26, 2009.
Waterfront City, Docklands.
Tickets start from $10 for children, $15 for adults.
Combining traditional circus skills with aerial acts, hand balancing, juggling, wild west cowboys, trapeze and clowns!

For more information go to www.circussunrise.com.au or call 0458 030 500.

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Viva 2008
November 15, 11.00am – 6.00pm.
Princes Gardens, Prahran.
This is a free, family event.
There will be fun for all ages with a wide array of free activities on offer, market stalls, entertainment and a smorgasbord of international cuisine available. The world music stage will feature community group performances in the morning followed by an afternoon and evening of professional bands; ranging from indigenous artists to Afro beats and Brazilian jazz to Cuban ska and percussion. The VIVA skate competition will once again take place on both the Vertical Ramp and Street Skate areas.

For more information go to www.stonnington.vic.gov.au or call (03) 8290 1333.

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Halloween 2008
November 1, 8.00pm onwards.
Room 680, Level 1, 680 Glenferrie Road, Hawthorn.
Tickets $15.
Come on down and celebrate Halloween 2008 with ALL proceeds going to the Starlight Children’s Foundation. Have some fun and raise some funds for charity through partying with the whole family. Best Dressed Male/Female/Group Costume Awards to be handed out on the night. Many other ‘Trick or Treat’ Games to be held.

For more information call 0414 965 486 or email halloweenmelb@gmail.com

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Seeing Eye Dogs Open Day
November 16, 11.00am – 3.00pm.
17 Barrett Street, Kensington.
Entry is by gold coin donation.
Meet lots of puppies to pat and cuddle, meet Big Brother housemates Alice and Ollie the Dog, and see the latest cadets get put through their paces on the SEDA obstacle course. The whole family can visit Australia’s only Canine Midwife in our breeding centre, take a blind fold walk with a Seeing Eye Dog and Instructor and enter our competition to name a Seeing Eye Dog.
Note: No other pets permitted.

For more information call (03) 93816400 or go to www.seda.org.au

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Big Dog Day Out
November 24, starts at 11.00am.
KCC Park, 655 Westernport Hwy, Cranbourne.
Entry is $5 per car.
DOGS Victoria’s and Companion Dog Club are hosting a Big Dog Day Out! All dog owners and their dogs are invited to attend this day of interactive doggy events. There will be demonstrations in: Obedience, Agility, Jumping, Herding, Flyball and grooming. This day promises to be a fun filled day for all the family, and a chance for family dogs to be winners in a busy program of events including a treasure hunt, Lure Coursing and Lure Racing.

For more information call (03) 9788 2500 or visit www.dogsvictoria.org.au

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Myer Santaland
November 7 – December 24, 9.00am – 6.00pm.
Myer, 314 Bourke Street, Melbourne.
This is a free, family event.
Experience all the fantasy and magic at Myer this Christmas with a visit to Santaland - a Christmas wonderland where children’s wishes come true. At Santaland kids can hop aboard a miniature locomotive train – tickets are available from the station master. Ride the train through a tunnel and a flashing crossway and illuminated rail signals. Santa and his red-nosed friend, Rudolph, will be receiving visitors for photos. You can also send a letter to the North Pole via post or email.

For more information call (03) 9661 1111 or go to www.myer.com.au

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Chookas
November 1-2, 10.00am – 4.00pm.
Victorian Arts Centre, 2-128 St Kilda Road, Southbank.
Mostly free events.
Roll up, roll up kids! This one’s for you! Come to the Victorian Arts Centre for a whole weekend of low-cost and free kids entertainment and family fun at our annual children’s festival, CHOOKAHS! Delivered by top notch circus and theatre companies, energetic and interactive performances will inspire and amaze as kids take over the Arts Centre! Join us for two extra special shows, ‘Special Delivery’ and ‘LaLaLuna’, and come and enjoy a myriad of other free entertainment over the whole weekend too!

For more information call 1300 136 166 or visit www.theartscentre.com.au/chookahs

What’s On - Melbourne by Amy Braddon

Giant Sky Wheel
Open 7 days and public holidays. Hours: Monday to Thursday 12 midday to 11pm, Friday 12 midday to 12 midnight, Saturday 10am to 12 midnight and Sunday 10am to 11pm.
Birrarung Marr (adjacent to Federation Square), Princes Walk, Melbourne.
Adult / Child - $7.00 Per Person (NO BOOKING REQUIRED)
Group Concession - $25.00 4 Persons (NO BOOKING REQUIRED)
Group 20 - 50 persons - $5.00 per person (BOOKING REQUIRED)
Group 50 + - $4:00 per person (BOOKING REQUIRED)
With 36 carriages, a height of 50 metres and the largest travelling ferris wheel in the southern hemisphere, the Big Sky Wheel is a must see! Experience the panoramic views of the Melbourne city skyline, the spectacular light show and various performers and street buskers on show.

For more information call 0439 043 975.

Spring into Shape Series 08
Sunday 14 September – From 9am.
Alexandra Gardens, Boathouse Drive, Melbourne.
Adults from $30, Children from $17, Concession from $25.
Spring into Shape Series 08 is the opportunity for the whole family to get together and participate in a 4km or 8km run and walk. There are free giveaways and prizes to be won, with trophies and medals awarded to place getters and winners of all age categories.

For more information go to www.starttofinish.com.au

UNIFEM Melbourne Spring Walk
Sunday 21 September – International Day of Peace.
See website for organised walk locations within Melbourne and Australia-wide.
Help raise awareness, empower young women and support UNIFEM Australia by organising or participating in walks with your family this Spring. UNIFEM seeks to provide opportunities for foreign young women to study at Australian Universities who have contributed to peace and gender equality in their own country. All money raised goes towards UNIFEM’s Peace Scholarship Programme.

For more information call (02) 6285 8254 or go to www.unifem.org.au

The Royal Melbourne Show
Thursday 18 September - 9:30am - 6:00pm, Friday 19 September – Saturday 27 September - 9:30am - 10:00pm and Sunday 28 September - 9:30am - 8:30pm.
Melbourne Showgrounds, Epsom Road, Ascot Vale, Melbourne.
Prices start at $27 for adults, $17 for concession, and $13 for children 5-14 years. Family packages are also available. Special discount opening day prices are available on the website.
Jam-packed with rides, entertainment, showbags, live shows, activities for the kids, pavilions, star attractions, food & wine, and loads of animals, the Royal Melbourne Show is here again for the whole family to enjoy!

For more information call the ticket sales hotline on 13 28 49, show info hotline on 1300 656 547 or go to www.royalshow.com.au

Melbourne City Baths – School Holiday Program
September 22 - October 3.
Docklands Hub, 17 Waterview Walk, Docklands.
Please see website for costs and excursion prices.
Offering entertainment, excursions, special events, games and a wide range of activities for children duiring these school holidays.

For more information call (03) 9663 5888 or go to www.melbournecitybaths.com.au

Queen Victoria Markets – School Holiday Programs and Activities
Tuesday 23 & 30 September, 9-1pm.
‘L’ Shed, Queen Street, Melbourne.
This event is free of charge. (Some activities incur a small cost and some bookings are required – See website for more details.)
At the Queen Victoria Markets these coming school holidays, the whole family can be entertained with a juggling school, jumping castle, painting, arts & crafts, cupcake cooking and artistry, and a ‘High Flying’ super heroes show!

For more information call (03) 9320 5822 or go to www.qvm.com.au

National BBQ Day
Sunday 10 September.
This is an Australia-wide event.
Get involved in National BBQ Day and raise funds for Variety, The Children’s Charity, which is dedicated to improving the quality of life of sick, disabled and disadvantaged Australian children. What better way to celebrate the beginning of the BBQ season than with family and friends, raising money for a good cause!

For more information go to www.nationalbbqday.com.au

Trung-Thu Childrens Festival
Saturday 20 September from 5pm – 10pm.
Quang Minh Buddist Temple, 18 Burke Street, Braybrook. Victoria.
This is a free family event.
Trung-Thu Festival also known as the Mid-Autumn or Children’s Moon Festival its purpose is to promote education, innovative ideas, music, sports, arts and crafts and poetry for the young generation. Activities and celebrations include a children’s lantern procession, colourful shows, dancing, poetry recitals, music from the Dragon dance drum, and children’s songs.

For more information call (03) 9017 2999 or go to www.quangminh.org.au

What’s On Melbourne by Amy Braddon

World Scout Day
Saturday 2nd August 2008 – all day, street party begins at 6pm - late.
Arts Centre, St Kilda Road, Melbourne.
World Scout Day celebrations are free.

To celebrate 100 years of Scouts in Australia, World Youth Day in Melbourne will present approximately 1200 scouts participating in a street party and race. The whole family can watch the scouts finish their race outside the Art Centre throughout the day, then later on in the afternoon the street party continues with bands, street performers, DJs, face painting, jugglers and much more.

For more information call (03) 8543 9800 or go to www.scouts.com.au

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Chocolate Rush Festival
9-10th August 2008 – 10.00am – 5.00pm.
Abbotsford Convent, 1 St Heliers Street, Abbotsford.
Adults $25, Concession/Children 8-15yrs $15, Family $60, under 8yrs free.

Bring the entire family out for the day to celebrate chocolate in all its forms! The day includes children’s activities, entertainment, hands-on workshops and a hot-chocolate competition.

For more information call 1300 737 363 or go to www.chocolaterush.com.au

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Go Fishing in Victoria - Bendigo
Sunday 10th August 2008.
Kennington Reservoir, Bendigo, VIC.
Free family event.

Attend this free family fishing festival where the entire family will be entertained with demonstrations, stalls, prizes and giveaways. There will also be instructed fishing workshops for children aged 4-16 years with an introduction to fishing, casting, and knot tying.

For more information call 136 186

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Melbourne Stencil Festival
1-10th August 2008. (See website program for times)
Yarra Scultpure Gallery, 117 Vere Street, Abbotsford.
See website for pricing.

Featuring local and international artists, the Melbourne Stencil Festival celebrates the best of stencil street art for the whole family to enjoy! The festival includes children’s stencil workshops, free guided tours of Melbourne’s street art, exhibitions, discussions, films, raffles and auctions.

For more information email Paul Cooper at coops@stencilfestival.com or go to www.stencilfest.net

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2008 Children’s Book Week
16-22nd August 2008
University of Melbourne, 442 Auburn Road, Hawthorn.
All day family entry is $5, single entry is $2.

The theme for this year’s Book Week is “Fuel Your Mind”. There will be a range of children’s activities and entertainment for the whole week. These include face painting, hair colouring, badge making, henna, show bags, story-telling, as well as meet-and-greet with famous authors and illustrators.

For more information call 1300 360 436 or click here

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Ice Skating at Luna Park
Luna Park operating days (see website) at 11.30am, 1.00pm, 2.30pm, 4.00pm
Lower Esplanade, St Kilda.
$14.00 per person including skate hire for one hour of skating.

Bring the whole family to Luna Park this winter and skate on their new rink “Luna Freeze” - with great music and dazzling lights!

For more information call (03) 9525 5033 or go to www.lunapark.com.au

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African Drumming and Magic Show
Sunday 24th August 2008, 12.30pm – 4.00pm.
Bridie O’Reillys, 29 Sydney Road, Brunswick.
Adults $15, children 10-18yrs $5, under 10yrs free.

The entire family will have a fantastic, fun-filled afternoon with African drumming, Andy the Magician, magical stage acts, and balloon artistry. Be entertained by the African Drumming set, where the kids will have an opportunity to participate in drumming workshops.

For more information call 0425 768 166 or go to www.wishfulevents.com/Family events.php

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Melbourne Day
Saturday 30th August 2008.
See website for pricing, event locations and times.

Come celebrate Melbourne’s history, marking 173 years since the city’s founding. There will be a selection of activities and fun for the whole family on the day, including an official flag raising ceremony, morning tea and live entertainment with Mayor John Ho, grave story-telling of the Queen Victoria, and many more other fun events and attractions for young and old!

For more information call (03) 9658 9658 or go to www.melbourneday.com.au

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Australian Centre For The Moving Image
The Australian Centre For The Moving Image (ACMI) at Federation Square, in the heart of Melbourne, is a look into computer games, digital art, film, TV, games, and new media. ACMI is the place for the whole family to go and enjoy a vast collection of high-tech exhibits and galleries, and learn all about the world of the moving image.

ACMI is located at 2 Swanston Street, Melbourne, and is open from 10.00am – 6.00pm Friday to Wednesday, 10.00am - 9.00pm Thursdays, and 10.00am - 6.00pm on public holidays. For further information call (03) 8663 2200 or go to www.acmi.net.au

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City Museum
The City Museum epitomises the history, culture, society and lifestyle that has made Melbourne the spectacular city it is today. With a vast selection of exhibitions portraying architectural wonders, technological advances, entertainment, arts and historical events, the entire family can experience the important changes and growth that have shaped the city of Melbourne. As part of the Old Treasury Building and the historical gold vaults that lie beneath, the City Museum boasts the Built on Gold exhibition – A must see for the whole family!

The City Museum is located at 20 Spring Street, East Melbourne and is open from 9.00am – 5.00pm Monday-Friday and from 10.00am - 4.00pm on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays. Admission for adults is $8.50, concession prices are $5.00 and a family pass is $18.00. For further information call (03) 9651 2233 or go to www.citymuseummelbourne.org

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Carlton Gardens
With a huge area of over 15 hectares, the historic, heritage-listed Carlton Gardens is one of Melbourne’s most wondrous icons and a must-see for the whole family. Originally designed for the Melbourne International Exhibition of 1880, the Carlton Gardens is home to a circular French Fountain, ponds, flower beds, mature trees, the Westgarth drinking fountain, ornamental lakes, the elaborate Hochgurtel Fountain and a children’s playground based on a 19th century maze.
The whole family will also enjoy experiencing the remnant pieces of stone from the Colonial Square Building (1896-1960), the Carlton Garden Tennis courts, and the Moreton Bay Fig Trees.

The Carlton Gardens is located at 1 Carlton Street, Carlton. For further information call (03) 658 9658 or go to www.melbourne.vic.gov.au/parks

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Fitzroy Garden’s Conservatory
The Fitzroy Garden’s Conservatory is located in one of Melbourne’s most popular parks – a definite must see! The conservatory opened on March 30, 1930, and depicts the Spanish mission style of architectural design. It boasts a colourful collection of horticulture with five spectacular floral displays each year. The conservatory is perfect day out for a fun, historic experience for the whole family.

The Fitzroy Garden’s Conservatory is located on Wellington Parade, East Melbourne and is open everyday from 9.00am – 5.00pm, including public holidays. For further information call (03) 9658 9658 or go to www.melbourne.vic.gov.au/parks

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Eureka Skydeck 88
For the most fascinating views of Melbourne and a thrilling, spine-tingling experience, visit the Eureka Skydeck and the “Edge” experience. Currently the world’s tallest residential building and the highest viewing platform in the Southern Hemisphere, the Eureka Tower boasts a range of fun activities for all ages.

Take the whole family up to Level 88 in the towers’ two specially designed lifts that will get you to the top in less than 40 seconds! Don’t forget to experience the “Edge” – a glass cube that slides out from the side of the tower, giving you all-round views of the city – and if you’re not fond of heights, don’t look down!

The Eureka Skydeck and the “Edge” experience are located at 7 Riverside Quay, Southbank, and opens from 10.00am – 10.00pm everyday, including public holidays. Last entry is at 9.30pm. For more information call (03) 9693 8888 or go to www.eurekaskydeck.com.au

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Old Melbourne Gaol
Visit the Old Melbourne Gaol and take a trip back into the 19th century. Bring the whole family and have a look at the gallows and the every day lives of prisoners, be arrested in a modern-day police station or even go to trial in court! The Old Melbourne Gaol is home to the historic Magistrate’s Court, former Police City Watch House and once held Ned Kelly and Squizzy Taylor within its walls - A must see experience for all ages!

The Old Melbourne Gaol can be found at 377 Russell Street, Melbourne, and is open from 9.30am – 5.00pm everyday, including all public holidays except Good Friday and Christmas Day. For further information call (03) 8663 7228 or go to www.oldmelbournegaol.com.au

What’s On Melbourne by Amy Braddon

Cook’s Cottage
Cook’s Cottage is a fascinating look into the life and adventures of Australian discoverer Captain James Cook. Cook’s Cottage was built by his parents in Yorkshire, England in 1755, then transported and reconstructed in Melbourne in 1934, and is now a fantastic part of the Fitzroy Gardens. The cottage contains remnants of Cooks’ life, as well as a traditional English cottage garden, providing the whole family with a fun and unique experience!

Cook’s Cottage is located on Wellington Parade, East Melbourne, and is open from 9am – 5pm everyday, except Christmas Day.

Entry costs for adults is $4.50, children $2.20, students/concession holders $2.70, or bring the entire family for only $12! Entry also includes a souvenir brochure.

For more information call (03) 9419 4677 or go to www.cookscottage.com.au

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Melbourne Zoo
Easily one of the most popular attractions in Melbourne, the award-winning Melbourne Zoo has an array of exciting exhibits, workshops, and fascinating sights to see! With one of the biggest selections of animals – over 320 different species - all surrounded by tropical settings and rainforests, picnic areas and parklands, the Melbourne Zoo is the place to take the whole family - You are assured you will leave wanting more!

Melbourne Zoo is located on Elliott Avenue, Parkville and is open everyday from 9.00am – 5.00pm. Admission prices start from $11.50 for children 4-15 years, adults start from $23.00, and family passes are also available. For more information call (03) 9285 9300 or go to www.zoo.org.au

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Edward Scissorhands
An exciting new production – Edward Scissorhands - is coming to Melbourne for the whole family to enjoy! Showcasing the amazing story and life of Edward Scissorhands, through the magical world of music, dance and fairytale, based on the 1990 film by Tim Burton. A must see for all ages!

Edward Scissorhands is playing at the State Theatre, 100 St Kilda Road, Southbank from the 22nd July until the 3rd August. Tickets are available from www.ticketmaster.com.au or on 1300 136 100. Prices start from $59 for those under 26 years, and from $89 for adults. Tickets are free for children 16 years and under. For further information call (03) 9281 8000 or go to www.theartscentre.com.au

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Puppets at Federation Square and Artplay

There is guaranteed fun for the entire family at Federation square these school holidays. Puppets at Federation square and Artplay are presenting puppet labs, workshops, shows, films, theatre, artists, street performances and a public parade - puppetry of all kinds for the entire family!. There’s an enormous selection of activities for the parents and as well as the kids, at a number of different venues. A unique and memorable experience for all – Don’t miss it!

Puppets at Federation square and Artplay runs from 28th June until 6th July, from 10am – 4pm, and is located at Birrarung Marr on Batman Avenue/Federation Square, Melbourne. For more information and prices call (03) 9664 7900 or go to www.artplay.com.au

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Melbourne Aquarium
Melbourne Aquarium boasts over 10,000 diverse aquatic animals on four levels of fun and excitement for all the family. Each day visitors can watch live feedings with tropical fish, talk to the divers, experience a virtual-reality simulator ride, or go on a glass bottom boat tour. The whole family can also watch the Extreme Encounters show until the 13th July, with giant stingrays, sharks, poisonous marine animals, plus quizzes for the kids too!

Melbourne Aquarium is located on the corner of Flinders and King Street, Melbourne and is open every day from 9.30am – 6.00pm, including public holidays. Admission prices start from $16.00 for children 3-15years, concessions from $18.00 and adults from $26.50. Family packages are also available and range from $55.00 - $75.00. For more information call (03) 9923 5999 or visit www.melbourneaquarium.com.au

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Royal Botanic Gardens
The Royal Botanic Gardens has become a popular destination for visitors of Melbourne, as well as its locals. Visiting the gardens with its many lakes, hectares of luscious lawns, colourful landscaped gardens and over 50,000 plants, is a fantastic reason to take the whole family out for the day into the fresh air and beautiful scenery.

The RBG caters for the entire family - including the Ian Potter Foundation Children’s Garden, providing a fun, educational environment for the kids. Currently, the RBG features the Tropical Hothouse – a walk through the vegetation and environment of a tropical rainforest. There is also a café with snacks and meals, and The Garden Shop boasting a selection of souvenirs and information about the gardens.

The Royal Botanic Gardens is located on Alexandra Parade, Melbourne and is open every day of the year. Open times are from 7.30am to 8.30pm November to March, 7.30am to 6.00pm in April, September and October, and 7.30am to 5.30pm from May to August. Admission is free. For more information call (03) 9252 2300 or go to www.rbg.vic.gov.au

What’s On Melbourne by Amy Braddon

Luna Park
For almost 100 years, Luna Park has provided a fantastic selection of exhilarating rides and exciting amusements for all ages!

Luna Park offers over a range of rides such as the Ghost Train, Ferris Wheel, Scenic Rail and the Pharoah’s Curse. The amusement park also includes shops, food outlets and a variety of games, and is located only a few minutes walk from St Kilda beach and shopping precinct.

Luna Park opens from 11-6pm on Saturday, Sunday and public holidays, and is located at Lower Esplanade, St Kilda. Entry is free and unlimited ride passes for children starting from $25.95, adults starting from $35.95 - providing an entires day worth of fun! Single ride tickets are also available.

For more information call (03) 9525 5033 or go to www.lunapark.com.au

Collingwood Children’s Farm & Market
Collingwood Children’s Farm & Market is full of life with furry, friendly animals, gardens, paddocks, orchards, and historic buildings, all located along the stunning Yarra River.

Visitors can feed the animals, milk the cows at 10am and 4pm every day, look for eggs or even take part in daily chores to really experience the farm life. You can also bring along a picnic and sit under one of the large, shady trees, or have a tasty bite to eat at the Farm café.

The Collingwood Children’s Farm & Market is minutes from the Melbourne CBD and is located at the end of St Heliers Street, Abbotsford. It is open every day from 9am – 5pm. The entry price for a family is $16, adult tickets are $8 and children are $4. There is also available car parking at $4 for the entire day.

For further information call (03) 9417 5806 or go to click here

Chinese Museum
Amidst the colour and spectacle that is Melbourne’s thriving Chinatown, the Chinese Museum is a great place for adults and kids to experience the history and culture of the Australian Chinese community.

With a selection of fascinating exhibitions including the Finding Gold display, allows the whole family to experience the lives of Chinese gold seekers from the 19th century.
The Chinese Museum boasts bright displays of photographs, artefacts, clothing and textiles, and offers heritage tours for all visitors. The museum also displays the largest Chinese dragon in the world, the Millenium Dragon – a must see for anyone living or holidaying in Melbourne!
The Chinese Museum offers a wealth of fun and knowledge all in one location. Admission for adults is $7.50 and children/concession cardholders are $5.50.

Located at 22 Cohen Place, Melbourne, the Chinese Museum is open everyday from 10 – 5pm. For further information call (03) 9662 2888 or go to www.chinesemuseum.com.au

Ice Skating Winter Wonderland
If you are looking for fun for all the entire family this winter, go to Waterfront City at Docklands for an ice skating extravaganza. Disco on Ice is a 600 square metre ice rink with coloured lights and disco music, open every Friday and Saturday night from 8pm to 9.30pm.
Fully supervised and suitable for the young, or young at heart, Disco on Ice is at Waterfront City Piazza & Pavilion, 429-437 Docklands Drive, Docklands, until Friday 15 August, 2008.
$3 - Skate Hire
$7 - 5 years and under
$12 - 6 – 14 years
$15 - 15 years and over
$60 - Family Pass (including skate hire) 2 adults, 2 kids (under 15 years)

Bookings are not required. For more information call (03) 8628 6000 or go to www.waterfrontcity.com.au

Ignite @ Docklands
From the 20 – 29th June, winter will be alight at Docklands Waterfront City and NewQuay. With a selection of performance artists, international musicians and lighting experts, the water’s edge will sparkle with fibreglass trees and unique lighting projections.

The entire family will enjoy the spectacular Fire Garden with brilliant lighting effects and the bursting fire-filled Pyrophone, erupting twice nightly with dancers, artists and musicians in a choreographed performance.

Along the Waterfront City Piazza and New Quay Promenade there are a number of fantastic restaurants, providing a selection of dishes to suit parents as well as kids. Ignite @ Docklands is a must see for the whole family these school holidays!

Ignite @ Docklands is free from 6-11pm daily, located at NewQuay and Waterfront City at NewQuay Promenade and Waterfront City Piazza, Docklands. For more information click here

Sovereign Hill’s Snow Magic
Sovereign Hill is the place to be this winter, when its annual snow carnival begins these school holidays.

The whole family will enjoy Snow Magic with its 21 metre snow slide, themed snow play area, steam engines and make believe snowfalls. Both parents and kids can make traditional damper, go on underground mine tours, experience gold panning or visit the Gold Museum.

This wonderful Ballarat event, only 90 minutes from Melbourne, is a great opportunity for the entire family to go on a holiday during the school break. Admission into the Snow Magic carnival is free upon entry into Sovereign Hill.

Snow Magic will run from June 28 to July 13, 2008. For further information call (03) 5337 1100 or go to www.sovereignhill.com.au

What’s On Melbourne by Amy Braddon

MS Walk & Fun Run
Sunday 1st June
Run starts at 9.00am and the walk at 10.30am
This Sunday at Albert Park Lake, Palms Lawn, you can take part in MS Awareness Week and support people living with Multiple Sclerosis by getting involved in the annual MS Walk and Fun Run. A perfect way to help a good cause and get together with friends and family, there will also be entertainment and food provided on the day. All funds raised go towards providing care for people living with Multiple Sclerosis.

Get your friends and family together and choose from a 5 or 10km walk or a 10km run around the picturesque Albert Park Lake.

The track is 100% stroller and wheelchair friendly and takes in spectacular views of the Melbourne skyline. Dogs on leads are welcome.

All funds raised go towards helping the MS Society of NSW/VIC.

More info: 03 9845 2718 www.mswalk.org.au