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Six times Ed Gamble had us in stitches ahead of his Australian tour

2 days ago | beat.com.au | Juliette Salom

Stand-up comedian, podcaster, TV presenter and all-round funny guy Ed Gamble is about to touch down on the land down under. The cheeky Brit boasts a slew of accolades to his name – like wining Taskmaster and publishing a book – however, it’s his current stand up tour that has us pining for more Gamble. Gamble’s Hot Diggity Dog is mere days away from hitting Australian shores.
Marlon Williams opened RISING with audience participation, embroidered tracksuits and tears of joy

2 days ago | beat.com.au | Juliette Salom

Bets are, a fair majority of the 2000-odd punters huddling away from the icy Naarm winter under the tall majestic ceiling of Melbourne Town Hall on Wednesday night don’t know te reo Māori. But when it comes to music – particularly music in which Marlon Williams is at the helm – it frankly doesn’t matter. The Aotearoa musician opened Naarm’s RISING festival with a simple exercise in humanity.
Melbourne to open forbidden places to the public for one weekend

3 days ago | beat.com.au | Lucas Radbourne

Open House Melbourne Weekend 2025 returns to Melbourne with the theme Stories of the City, exploring how the city’s buildings, streets and public places tell unique stories shaped by time and diverse communities. The weekend festival examines Melbourne’s character beyond its physical architecture, focusing on the human stories embedded within the built environment. Open House Melbourne takes place on 26-27 July, offering architectural experiences across the city.
We Mean Well leave TikTok behind for first ever live Australian tour

3 days ago | beat.com.au | Lucas Radbourne

TikTok duo We Mean Well announce their first ever live tour, bringing viral social media chaos to Australian stages. Lu and Jarch, the chart-topping podcast hosts, will deliver raw and unfiltered comedy through their debut live performance experience across multiple venues. We Mean Well’s live tour promises wild stories, unfiltered honesty and laugh-out-loud moments from the popular social media personalities.
Bendigo Writers Festival 2025

3 days ago | beat.com.au | Lucas Radbourne

The City of Greater Bendigo unveils the program for the Bendigo Writers Festival 2025, celebrating the fusion of gastronomy and storytelling across one action-packed weekend. This year’s festival features over 60 events and more than 80 writers and speakers exploring food culture and literary arts. Bendigo Writers Festival 2025 highlights include Benjamin Cooper, Executive Chef of Southeast Asian restaurant Chin Chin, hosting a restaurant takeover at Ms Batterhams, Mackenzie Quarters.
Ballarat Winter Festival 2025 brings Spiegeltent, ice-skating and fire shows to winter program

3 days ago | beat.com.au | Lucas Radbourne

The Ballarat Winter Festival returns with exciting new additions designed to shake off seasonal blues through expanded entertainment options. The 2025 festival introduces a spectacular Spiegeltent called Ukiyo, positioned in the heart of the city opposite the iconic ice-skating rink. Ballarat Winter Festival 2025 runs for three weeks, featuring the debut of the 7.5-metre-high Spiegeltent that seats around 200 people.
There's a new hardstyle festival coming to Melbourne this September

3 days ago | beat.com.au | Lucas Radbourne

Evolution Events presents Evolve Boiler 360 Vol. 2, a fully immersive electronic music experience inside Melbourne’s newly refurbished Festival Hall. The event promises a brutalist blend of music, light and machine-led design built to deliver a complete sensory overload for electronic music enthusiasts. Evolve Boiler 360 Vol. 2 marks the return of the innovative program that transforms traditional club experiences into something entirely different.
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets is being brought to life by the MSO

3 days ago | beat.com.au | Lucas Radbourne

The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra presents Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets in Concert at Hamer Hall next June. The magical experience combines the beloved film with John Williams’ Grammy-nominated score performed live by the full orchestra across four performances. Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets in Concert forms part of the official Harry Potter Film Concert Series, allowing audiences to experience the second chapter of the wizarding saga with enhanced musical accompaniment.
Melbourne stores selling illegal cigarettes to face $1.7 million fines

3 days ago | beat.com.au | Lucas Radbourne

The new licensing system aims to break the business model of criminal networks while supporting Victoria Police operations against the illegal tobacco trade, which has seen cigarettes tumble from as much as $100 per pouch to as little as $10 across Melbourne, with no regulations in place for the safety of the tobacco itself. It will launch next month with massive penalties as the Victorian government targets organised crime syndicates profiting from illicit tobacco sales.
There's a free mini golf experience kicking off today at Melbourne's Emporium

3 days ago | beat.com.au | Lucas Radbourne

For those looking for a sneak peek or early taste, The 10th Hole is a free pop-up mini golf experience by Swingers exhibiting Yankunytjatjara artist Kaylene Whiskey, located just down the road from Flinders Street Station at Emporium Melbourne. Featuring bold, playful cut-outs of icons like Dolly Parton and Cher, the mini golf course infuses art, pop culture, and cultural pride reimagined through Whiskey’s signature lens.