Culture and heritage

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.

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.
Latest culture and heritage stories

Space invading in Melbourne
Few treasure hunts are as intriguing as the search for an Invader mosaic in Melbourne. Begin the search at City Gallery.

Spirits soar with bold new art
Celebrate transgender experience and ponder the dualities of life as bold new theatre, music and visual art fills the city.

Celebrate the corner: iconic city building turns 90
Happy 90th birthday to the magical Manchester Unity building, which has uplifted an iconic city corner since 1932.

River Studios artists launch new festive market
Cross off your Christmas list with artisan gifts made by local creatives in West Melbourne.

Ways to be an ally in Aboriginal Melbourne
Get familiar with the living culture and Aboriginal history that’s all around us. Here are six simple ways to be an ally.