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1 week ago | beat.com.au | Lucas Radbourne

The Victorian Music Development Office (VMDO) will present its first-ever Music Data and Insights Summit at Collingwood Yards, showcasing crucial research that’s shaping the future of Australia’s music industry. Industry experts, academics and music professionals will gather to explore data-driven insights across live music, streaming economics and career development at the two-day event.

1 week ago | beat.com.au | Kaya Martin

Still haven’t had a chance to check out this year’s Comedy Festival? Well, the clock is ticking buddy! But don’t worry, there are still plenty of laughs to be had as the festival reaches its final week, and what better excuse than a long weekend? Get the kids all hopped up on sugar, then leave them with the babysitter while you go enjoy yourself. You deserve it! Here’s a rundown of the special events you can still look forward to. April 20Melbourne Town HallThe finale of all finales.

1 week ago | beat.com.au | Lucas Radbourne

The Australian Musical Theatre Festival, held annually in Launceston, will bring together some of the biggest names in Australian musical theatre alongside the Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra. The five-day celebration will feature performances, workshops and special events showcasing the best of the genre. The full program has now been revealed, with beloved music theatre icon Nancye Hayes joining the star-studded lineup.

1 week ago | beat.com.au | Lucas Radbourne

Piling works have begun in Melton where a significant new Melbourne train station development will permanently change how locals travel in the west. The Melton level crossing removal project is now in full swing with crews using a 75-tonne piling rig to dig foundations for two rail bridges. These structures will permanently separate trains from road traffic at both Coburns Road and Exford Road crossings, significantly easing congestion in the rapidly growing area.

1 week ago | beat.com.au | Lucas Radbourne

New locations celebrating women’s contributions to Victoria have been added to Australia’s first interactive map showcasing female and gender-diverse historical figures. The Finding Her project by Her Place Women’s Museum has expanded to include 15 new sites across Victoria, bringing the total to more than 60 locations linked to significant women.