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OZ Missy Higgins (ELEVEN) It is sometimes hard to grasp the concept of why an original, established song-writer, would want to make a cover album. However, if you are thinking of doing so, I suggest you first check out Oz. Instantaneously, Missy Higgins lets it be known that this is not “just anothe
DIFFERENT SHADES OF BLUE Joe Bonamassa (J&R ADVENTURES) One of the best Blues-Rock guitarists of the modern era, check! Great tunes all written by said guitarist check! Killer BV’s, check! Your usual assortment of gun musicians (most notably Anton Fig, from the CBS orchestra, on the drums), check! A
The movie of a generation, Mrs Doubtfire, made hilarious by the late, great Robin Williams is turning 21 and will be on show at the Shirley Burke Theatre on October 4 at 2pm. Whether you grew up watching this movie or are taking your kids to see it for the first time, it has all the makings of a fam
What a difference new ownership can make! Since taking ownership of the iconic Pig & Whistle Tavern, hosts Rob and Ann Lawson have toiled relentlessly to put their personal stamp on the establishment whist retaining the rustic charm and English pub atmosphere that has always been its hallmark. Situa
Perched on the waterfront strip of Point Nepean Road, Foreshore Café in Rosebud offers relaxed seaside dining in the heart of Mornington Peninsula. Tucked away from the hustle and bustle of the main strip, Foreshore Café’s open, breezy ambiance – emphasised by open folding French doors, umbrella sha
If you missed this year’s Melbourne International Film Festival, don’t despair because the MIFF travelling film fest is coming to Sorrento with a wild selection of their top Australian films. Opening the program on Friday, September 19 at 7:30 pm is Cut Snake, a combination gritty psychological thri
JAMROOTS Jamroots (INDEPENDENT) Mornington-brewed surf blues band, Jamroots, have released their self-titled album. It’s smooth as hell and full of spunk. From the get-go you’re swept up in a whirlwind of blues and rock. The opening track, ‘Heavy Sea’, really sets the tone. The vocals are powerful a
If you’ve ever wondered what a modern European wine bar is like then Fika Weinstuble is the place to be. Situated in Mornington, this traditional European Winebar is run by some very experienced and very friendly ladies. Connie from Germany together with Kerstin and Jenny from Sweden, have created a
HAVENS DUMB Augie March (DARK SATANIC) Augie March shouldn’t need an introduction, but it doesn’t hurt to remind people who missed them the first few times around. This little band from Shepparton, most famous for their song “One Crowded Hour”, have been garnering critical acclaim as well as some se
Being first and foremost a BEER lover, nothing pleases me more than pouring a ‘tall frothy’ for an eager beer connoisseur at my venues. Until recently this simple pleasure has always been second nature, but late last year I realised there was something missing. I thought it was time to develop a qua
As We Forgive: Three Morality Plays for an Amoral Age is a compelling examination of contemporary morality. Theatrical tour-de-force Robert Jarman plays three different characters with absorbing passion accompanied on stage by a lone cellist. The first play focuses on an elderly man’s response to a
City Keys – Charlie’s Unicorn Never Talks (Original Mix) A new name for the book, ‘City Keys’ will be sure to rise to the top quickly. Here we have one of his debut releases under his new alias; ‘Charlies Unicorn Never Talks’. Lead by a super funky bass melody, which drives the low end equipped with
