Whats on in Docklands: Snow Works, Winter Warming Lunch Specials, Shocklands Skate Comp & Win a Home Cinema Package

Snow Works at Harbour Town
Rug up in your winter woollies and get ready for some fun! It’s snowing at Harbour Town Shopping Centre these school holidays!

Bring the family down and get the kids to experience all the fun of the snow. Why not build a snow man or make a snow angel. Fresh snow is made every day for the two week event. Entry is free with a valid receipt after spending $15 at any Harbour Town store on the day of entry.

Why not make the most the most of the day and grab a bite to eat at a nearby restaurant?
All new Grill 66 is offering a Kids Eat Free deal, where kids under 12 will receive a free kids meal with each paying adult. See terms & conditions here.

When: Snow Works is open from 11am daily until 17th July
Where: Harbour Town Shopping Centre
Find out more here.

Winter Warming Lunch Specials
Heading out for lunch? This winter the Docklands is offering warming lunch specials that won't break the bank.

From Monday to Friday enjoy the following specials at Waterfront locations:

Mecca Bah:
A piping hot Pizza or tantalizing Tagine will be sure to warm you up! Order a Pizza or Tagine for lunch during the week and receive 50% off. Download your free coupon here to take advantage of the offer.

Livebait:
Treat yourself to fresh seafood cuisine with Livebait's new Weekday Lunch Deal.
Select any Main + Dessert from our lunch menu or 3 courses for a very special price:
Main + Dessert for 39.0 or
3 courses for 45.0

Saganaki Greek Cuisine & Grill:
Warm up at lunchtime with Saganaki's Weekday Lunch Deal.
Order 2 or 3 courses from our lunch menu for less:
Main + Dessert for 34.0 or
3 courses for 39.0

Available Monday - Friday, lunch only. Terms & Conditions apply

See more about the special lunch deals here.

Shocklands Street Skate Contest
Come and see Australia's best street skateboarders on Saturday 9th July, showcasing Australia’s most ‘legit’ street skaters doing what they would do on the daily.

Located at Shed 4 at Docklands, Shocklands obstacles reflect the kinds found, and made, by skaters in our cities, industrial areas, schoolyards and abandoned warehouses.
The competition is the second stop on the Pro/Am Invitational Tour, with a massive $10,000 up for grabs.

Entry is free to the event

Date: Saturday 9th July
Time: 11am: Doors Open. Competitor Registration and Open Practice Session
12.30pm: Qualifying Heats
3.30pm: FINALS
4.30pm: Presentations
Where: Victoria Harbour Shed 4 North Wharf Road, Docklands Vic
Find out more at their website here.

Win a Home Cinema Package
Dine at NewQuay this winter and you could win the ultimate stay-at-home prize, the incredible Epson HD Digital Home Cinema Projector!

Simply spend $30 or more at participating NewQuay venues and you’re in the running to win. There’s one Epson HD Digital Home Cinema Projector to be won every month during July, August and September.

Some participating venues include:
Grill 66 Steakhouse & Wine Bar
Livebait
Mecca Bah
Saganaki Greek Cuisine & Grill

To find out more or to view all participating venues click here

What's On: Mystique Illusion Spectacular, Whimsical Kingdom, Animal Farm, Dining Offers & more

Throughout the September school holidays you'll find magic, mystery & loads of fun around every corner at Docklands. Here's just a few of the great activities guaranteed to keep the kids entertained.

Mystique Illusion Spectacular at Wonderland Fun Park:
18 September - 3 October
Featuring world class Illusionist Michael Boyd, his cast of spectacular dancers and Thurston The Duck, this amazing extravaganza is like no other. See illusions such as levitation, transportation and new to Australia from Las Vegas, the Chamber of Doom, plus hilarious antics the whole family will love.

Purchase an 'Unlimited Ride Pass' for entry to Mystique Illusion Spectacular.

Special offer for Rivers Platinum Club members. Present your membership card to receive an Unlimited Ride Pass for $20. Save $9.50. Book online at ticketek.com or 132 849.

Visit www.wonderlandfunpark.com.au for more information

Whimsical Kingdom at Designers House:
Shop around for the latest fashion bargains while the kids experience the fascinating world of the Whimsical Kingdom at Designers' House. There's amazing feats of magic, fantastic puppet friends, ukulele led songs and magical story telling throughout the school holidays. Performances take place twice daily, 12-1pm and 3-4pm, on the following dates: Sunday 19th to Wednesday 22nd September, Sunday 26th to Wednesday 29th September, Friday 1st & Sunday 3rd October.

See www.thedesignershouse.com.au for more information

Farmer Darryl's Animal Farm:
18 September - 3 October, 10.30am - 3.30pm
Meet your favourite cute & cuddly creatures at Harbour Town. See guinea pigs, rabbits, piglets and even deer. Bottle feed baby lambs, goats & a calf while joining Farmer Darryl as he sings farmyard songs. This free Animal Farm experience is open every day during the school holidays.

For more go to www.harbourtownmelbourne.com.au

Snow Works Tube Run:
Until 3 October
Get a little taste of winter on the Snow Works Tube Run. The kids will have a ball racing each other down the four lane snow covered slide. Tickets cost $10 for 5 rides or $5 with any receipt from a Waterfront City or Harbour Town retailer. Kids can experience this tubular ride 11am - 8pm daily.

More information at www.snowworks.com.au

Amazing Bodies Special Offer:
Until 31 October
See this mind boggling exhibition over the school holidays & save. Download the coupon and receive two tickets for the price of one! This offer is available until 31st October. Purchase a full price adult or family ticket and receive another entry of equal or lesser value for FREE. To redeem your second FREE ticket, simply surrender the coupon to ticket scanners at the venue entrance. Conditions apply. Offer valid weekdays.

Download your 2 for 1 coupon

Dining Offers:
Don't forget, kids can eat free at selected Docklands restaurants during the week. Children up to 12 years old receive a free kids meal with every paying adult*. Offer is available lunch & dinner, Monday - Thursday. Conditions apply.

One for the adults: $9 Happy Hour cocktails are available all day, every day.

Find participating venues at www.docklandsmelbourne.com.au

What's On: Fathers Day, Glow Golf, Snow Works Tube Run & Melbourne Spring Fashion Week

This weekend sees great fashion, family fun and something special for Dad at Docklands.

Father's Day:
Sunday, 5th September
Wine & dine Dad this Sunday with lunch or dinner at one of the many Docklands restaurants dotted along the harbour. Selected venues are offering a FREE BEER FOR DAD! A complimentary Heineken beer will be offered to all Dad's who dine on Father's Day. Click here for participating venues.

A photographer will also be on hand at selected restaurants to capture those special moments with Dad. Family portraits will be available for purchase on the day and are a great souvenir to take home.

You'll find a photographer at these venues:
Fish Seafood Grill
Yum Cha Dragon
Bellissimo Cucina & Trattoria
BlueFire Grill
Steakhouse

For more Father's Day info visit www.docklandsmelbourne.com.au

Glow Golf with Dad:
Treat Dad to a round of golf with a twist this Sunday. Black Light Mini Golf is the first glow-in-the-dark 18 hole course in the country. Putt around the Australian themed indoor course from 10am- 5pm. Black Light Mini Golf is located at Harbour Town, Level 1, Shop 35 Star Crescent, Docklands.

Visit www.glowgolf.com.au for more information.

Melbourne Spring Fashion Week:
Designers' House Spring Fashion Launch
Saturday, 4th September
Visit Designers' House for their Spring Fashion launch. You'll find new designs from Modern Lovers, Tim O’Connor & Little Joe just to name a few. There's amazing entertainment, music and of course complimentary champagne served between 11am-1pm and 3pm-5pm. Shop around all day and take advantage of the special offers. You can even book yourself a complimentary styling session. More information at www.thedesignershouse.com.au

Pop Up Yoga
Saturday, 4th September
Due to predictions of inclement weather, the Pop Up Yoga session scheduled to take place in Waterfront City Piazza at 11am has been moved. The Pop Up Yoga sessions presented by Women's Health Magazine will now take place at The Arts Centre - ANZ Pavilion, Level 8, 100 St Kilda Road, Melbourne. Visit www.womenshealthmagazine.com.au for more in information.

For more event details visit www.msfw.com.au

Snow Works Tube Run:
The Tube Run has been extended for another month! Now running until 3rd October, the whole family can enjoy this awesome ride through out September. The regular price is $10 for five rides or $5 with a receipt from any Harbour Town or Waterfront City retailer. Open 4pm - 9pm weekdays & 2pm - 9pm weekends.

Go to www.snowworks.com.au for more

This weekend: Ice Hockey Finals, Amazing Bodies Special Offer & Melbourne Day Activites

AIHL Finals Series at Icehouse:
Chill out with a little hockey. This weekend the Australian Ice Hockey League season wraps up in amazing style at Icehouse. Come and support Melbourne's only team as they continue their push to become league champions for the first time.

Semi Final 1: Saturday 28th, 4.00pm
Newcastle North Stars v Adelaide Adrenaline
Reserved Seating tickets on sale online until 10am Saturday 28th.

Semi Final 2: Saturday 28th, 4.00pm
Melbourne Ice v The Bears
Reserved Seating tickets on sale online until 3pm Saturday 28th.

Grand Final: Sunday 29th, 4.15pm

Click here to book single game tickets or a 3 game pass online

Amazing Bodies Exhibition - 2 for 1 ticket offer:
If you haven't had the opportunity to see this mind boggling exhibition, now is your chance. Download the coupon and receive two tickets for the price of one! This offer is available until 31st August. Purchase a full price ticket and receive another entry of equal or lesser value for FREE. To redeem your second FREE ticket, simply surrender the coupon to ticket scanners at the venue entrance. Conditions apply. Offer valid weekdays.

Download your coupon here

Melbourne Day:
Monday, 30th August 2010
Docklands is celebrating Melbourne's 175th birthday with some great activities. Bring the kids and have some fun on this special day for the city.

Wonderland Fun Park are offering all patrons 2 for 1 unlimited ride wristbands, or a special $10 per child for school groups. For inquiries phone 9602 1311 or visit www.wonderlandfunpark.com.au.

Explore the Enterprize
Sunday, 29th Aug & Monday, 30th Aug
A replica of the striking 27 metre tall Enterprize will open its gangway to the public. Take a free tour and learn about life on the sea, 19th century-style, and stand on the replica deck of that wooden schooner. The Enterprize is located at Waterfront City Marina, Berth Number C03, Docklands. Tours from 9am - 4pm.

Snow Works Tube Run
Open from 4pm - 9pm daily.
Get tubular and spend a little time in the snow this weekend. The kids will have a ball coasting down this 4 lane monster on inflated rubber tubes. At $10 for 5 rides or $5 with any receipt from a Waterfront City or Harbour Town retailer it is a great deal. The Tube Run can be found in Waterfront City Piazza.

Slow Sundays Dining Deals:
For a well deserved rest, enjoy a relaxing meal at one of Docklands nearby restaurants. Between 2pm- 6pm you can pick up a real bargain with 20 Docklands venues offering a meal, plus a glass of wine or beer for just $15.

For more information on Melbourne Day visit www.thatsmelbourne.com.au

This weekend at Docklands: Polling Places, Tube Run, Fire Twirlers, Football & Slow Sundays

Snow Works Tube Run:
Good news this week. The Tube Run at Waterfront City has been extended for another 2 weeks. Now you can slip & slide until 5th September. The extended season also brings extra value. Tickets are now only $5 for 5 rides, with any receipt from a Waterfront City or Harbour Town retailer or $10 for 5 rides without a receipt.

Visit www.snowworks.com.au for more details

Elections Day:
The big day is finally here! This Saturday we all head to the polls. Docklands own polling place can be found at The Hub @ Docklands. The Hub is located at 80 Harbour Esplanade, near the corner of Bourke Street and Harbour Esplanade. Voting booths are open from 8am - 6pm in The Atrium & The Cinema Room.

For more polling locations visit www.aec.gov.au

AFL Football:
With only 2 weeks left of the season, these blockbuster games at Etihad are a must see.
Geelong vs Carlton - Friday, 20th August 7:40pm
St Kilda vs Richmond - Saturday, 21st August 2:10pm
Essendon vs Brisbane Lions - Sunday, 22nd August 2:10pm

Tickets at www.ticketmaster.com.au or Ph 136 100

Fire, Ice & Light Festival:
Fire twirlers take the stage tonight as part of the Fire, Ice & Light Festival. Catch the amazing street performances playing with fire along the promenade every Friday night from 6pm - 7.30pm until the end of August.

For more on the festival visit www.waterfrontcity.com.au


Slow Sundays:
Our top dining pick of the week comes from Livebait. Choose either of these Slow Sunday Dishes and a glass of beer or wine for $15.
• Fried seafood prawn Gyoza with pickled cucumber salad wasabi mayonnaise
• Duo of sashimi- beetroot Gravlax of king fish and fresh salmon with a micro herb salad & Miso vinaigrette
Matched with your choice of wine - "2008 Main Divide Sauv Blanc, Marlborough NZ" or Bluebottle Beer.

More dining deals at www.docklandsmelbourne.com.au

This weekend: Snow Works Tube Run, Amazing Bodies Exhibition, Win a Holiday & Slow Sundays

Snow Works Tube Run:
6th - 22nd August
Snow Works returns to Docklands this weekend with the new Tube Run. Kids can experience this tubetacular ride from 4pm - 9pm daily. The four lane monster will be set up in the Waterfront City Piazza on Friday. Tickets cost $15 for 4 rides, or $10 with any receipt from a Waterfront City or Harbour Town retailer.

Double the savings by feeding the kids for free. From Monday - Thursday, children under 12 years old receive a free kid's meal with every paying adult at a variety of Docklands restaurants. Conditions apply. See details here

More information on the Tube Run visit www.snowworks.com.au

Amazing Bodies Exhibition:
The must see exhibition of the year has been extended until October 31. Find out all you ever wanted to know about your insides; and possibly more. This fascinating expo is open from 10am - 5pm, Saturday - Thursday and 10am - 8pm Fridays.

For more details visit www.amazingbodies.com.au

Win a holiday from Designers' House:
This weekend is your last chance to enter. Spend $20 at Designers' House to go in the draw to win a winter escape. Complete an entry form at the concierge desk and you & 3 friends could be jetting off to New Zealand or Fiji - it's your choice. The total prize is worth over $4000! Competition closes Sunday, 8th August.

Visit www.designershouse.com.au for terms & conditions

Sunday Market:
Free Entry
Meander through the Docklands market at your own pace on Sundays. The ultimate eco-friendly market is filled with new & pre-loved treasures you won't find anywhere else. Offering everything from fashion, accessories and arts & crafts to second hand books, Bonsai trees and handmade flowers. Until August 29, you can groove along to the toe tapping sounds of live music in the piazza while searching for the best bargains.

For more information visit www.thatsmelbourne.com.au

Slow Sundays:
Available between 2pm - 6pm.
For a well deserved rest, enjoy a meal & a glass of wine or beer for just $15 at a nearby restaurant. Our Slow Sundays top pick of the week comes from Steakhouse at NewQuay.
• Angus beef rissoles served on stewed slow roasted peppers, melted cheese and rocket
• Grilled Minute steak served on toasted ciabatta with caramelised onions and Dijon mustard dressing
Matched with your choice of wine - "2008 Domaine Chandon Pinot Noir, Yarra Valley Vic" or Pure Blonde Beer

Go to www.docklandsmelbourne.com.au for more dining offers

What's on @ Docklands: Circus Spectacular, Snow Works, Ice Skating, Slow Sundays & More

This weekend marks the start of the mid-year school holidays. Kick off the winter break and keep the kids entertained with some great winter activities at Docklands.

Circus Spectacular at Wonderland Fun Park:
26th June - 11th July
3 Shows daily at 11am, 1pm, 3pm
Visit the amazing and hilarious Circus Spectacular with acts of intrigue and wonder. See circus and sideshow stunts from Captain Shep Huntley as seen on Happy Side show, featuring Strongman Tinkle and Plonk plus some of Australia's top circus performers. Purchase an 'Unlimited Ride Pass' for entry to Circus Spectacular.

For tickets visit www.wonderlandfunpark.com.au

Icehouse Winter Wonderland:
Head to the Icehouse’s 'Winter Wonderland' for a fun and glittering winter-themed extravaganza. Experience soft snow falling on the ice as you skate around the rink. Enjoy delicious icy snow cones, live entertainment, giveaways for every guest, plus a competition to name the Icehouse mascot! There's on-ice games and activities for all ages.

For more information go to www.icehouse.com.au

Animal Farm at Waterfront City:
26 June - 12 July, 11am to 2pm daily
Meet your favourite cute & cuddly creatures at Waterfront City. This free Animal Farm experience is open every day in the school holidays, providing free entertainment for the kids.

For details visit www.waterfrontcity.com.au

Snow Works at Harbour Town:
26th June - 25th July
11am to 4pm weekdays, 11am to 5pm weekends
Grab your scarf, beanie & gloves and head to Harbour Town Shopping Centre for some fun in the snow. Kids can build their very own snowman or just simply play in the falling snow everyday these school holidays. Spend $15 at any Harbour Town retailer and present your receipt for free entry. Playtime sessions run for 25 minutes.

For more info go to www.harbourtownmelbourne.com.au

Slow Sundays:
Mum & Dad can enjoy some relaxing time out this weekend as well. On Sunday between 2pm - 6pm, pick up a Slow Sundays snack and glass of wine or beer for just $15.
Our top Slow Sundays offer of the week comes from Fish Seafood Grill.
• Green lip mussels Provencal with toasted garlic crostinis or
• Chermoula crusted Atlantic salmon goujons served on a tabouleh salad
Matched with your choice of wine - "2009 Kissing Bridge Semillon Sauvignon Blanc, Mornington Peninsula VIC" or Bluebottle Beer

For more Slow Sundays dining offers visit www.thatsmelbourne.com.au

Docklands Film Festival:
Free event at Waterfront City Piazza, every night of the week.
Friday, 7pm - Little Black Book
Saturday, 2pm - Where the Wild Things Are
Saturday, 7pm - RV: Runaway Vacation
Sunday, 7pm - Kes

For the full schedule visit www.waterfrontcity.com.au