Culture and heritage

Meet the world for Cultural Diversity Week in Melbourne
Our municipality is home to people who speak 150 languages and practise 80 faiths. Meet some amazing people who call Melbourne home.

Female filmmakers shine with new arts funding
We’re backing arts organisations with two-year funding to help them present diverse creative projects in Melbourne.

Seeking prestige and parkland in Parkville
As international students flock back to Melbourne, many are attracted to Parkville. Hear why two bright stars choose this part of the world.
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Legendary Moomba Monarchs of the past
Discover Moomba stars past and present and get set for an extra-long five days of family fun this Labour Day weekend.

Spectacular photo festival seeks new snaps
Be swept away by astounding images and see your artwork on show in the next instalment of Australia’s largest photography festival.

Meet Melbourne’s youngest buskers
Meet Daniel and Jade – some of Melbourne’s youngest buskers. This musical sibling duo is taking the city streets by storm.

Imaginations run wild in ArtPlay New Ideas Lab
Create fantastical art alongside children with limitless imaginations at ArtPlay. We’re seeking applications from artists.

Beyond the bookshelf: how libraries change lives
Our libraries are places full of joy and creativity, where the future is now. Drop by to connect, code, co-work and more.