Spoil your mum this Mother's Day with a cruise along the Yarra

Nothing quite says "I love you mum" than a relaxing cruise along the Yarra. This Mother's Day (Sunday, 9th May) show your mum your appreciation by surprising her with a luxurious brunch or lunch cruise.

Check out the options below:

Mother's Day Brunch Cruise - KIDS EAT/CRUISE FREE!
Cruise Melbourne's waterways this Mother's Day with Rivers. Our grandest vessel - Voyager - departs from Waterfront City Marina at Docklands at 9.45 am for a 2 hour cruise.

Includes: Live Entertainment, Gourmet brunch style buffet plus tea/coffee
Bookings: Ph 9285 0000 or online
Flyer: Download printable flyer
Time: 9.45 am - 11.45 am
Date: Sunday 9th May 2010
Price: Adults: $59, Children 12-16: $29. Children 0-11 up to 2 FREE per booking. Additional children (0-11): $19

Menu: juice, tea, coffee (additional beverages on consumption), platters of seasonal fruit
cereals and muesli with fruit compote and yoghurt, selection of freshly baked breads, croissants, muffins, danishes, waffles - all served with Chef’s selection of condiments inc. cream, jam and syrup.

From the hot buffet: scrambled eggs, continental sausage, bacon, grilled tomatoes, sautéed mushrooms, hash browns, baked beans.

Mother's Day Lunch Cruise
Our grandest vessel - Voyager - departs from Waterfront City Marina at Docklands at 12.45pm for a scenic lunch cruise. Plus Mum has a chance to win some great prizes!

Includes: Live entertainment, traditional carvery buffet, dessert served to your table and 3 ½ hour cruise
Bookings: Ph 9285 0000 or online
Flyer: Download printable flyer
Date: Sunday 9th May 10
Price: Adults: $88, Children 0 - 12: $3 x Age (e.g. 10 year old is $30)
Departs: 12.45pm, returns 4.15pm from Waterfront City, Docklands *vessel subject to change

For the full lunch menu - click here.

Alternatively, why take mum to lunch or dinner at a restaurant? Click here for options.

Long weekend @ Docklands: Cabaret Cruise, Car show, ice skating, market & more!

Everybody loves a long weekend and at Docklands there is plenty to see and do. Check out what's on this weekend:

Elvis Cabaret Cruise - Saturday 6th March, 7pm
Looking for a way to kick up your heels this weekend? Then look no further with Rivers' Elvis Cabaret Cruise. This scenic 3.5 hour cruise will be choc-full of all your favourite Elvis songs, thanks to the vocal talent of impersonator Geoff Kennedy. You can also enjoy a 3-course meal and live floor show as you admire views of Docklands, Port Melbourne, Williamstown and St Kilda. Price: $99 per person - click here for more information.

'Born in the USA' Lincoln Car Club Display - Saturday 6th March, 10am
See Victoria's best car display this weekend. Featuring Mustang, Cadillac, Corvette, Chev, Thunderbird, Lincoln, Ford, Buik and more. With live bands from 12pm, it's a day out for the whole family. FREE EVENT. For more information visit: www.lincolnmercury.com.au

Docklands Market - Every Sunday
There are plenty of bargains to be found at the Docklands Sunday Market. Located just off Docklands Rd, near the corner of Doepel Way, you can find everything from arts to antiques, books to beauty. It opens from 10am to 5pm. More info: www.collectorsmarket.com.au

Ice-skating activities at Icehouse
Come and test out your skills on the ice with a number of weekend activities at Docklands' brand new Icehouse. From Friday night to Sunday there are a range of events for all the family to enjoy including '80s Countdown, Ice SK8 Party (kid's disco) and Sunday Blues. Each event is set to a special sound and lights system, including a DJ playing music for you to skate to. Check out the full range of activities here: http://www.icehouse.com.au/home/whats-on

All-you-eat Yum Cha - Yum Cha Dragon
Use the weekend to take advantage of this great dining deal - "Unlimited Yum Cha" at Yum Cha Dragon.
$39.50 per person Monday to Saturday
$48.00 per person on Sunday
Children (4-12 y.o.) $29.50

To book phone: (03) 9329 6868 0r visit: www.yumcha.net.au

Terms & Conditions: Chef’s selection, trolley service only. Valid lunch & dinner. Not valid with any other offer, special event, discount or on Public Holidays. All diners at the table must order the package. Bookings of 21+ must be pre paid via Head Office, ph (03) 9285 0000

Valentine's Day weekend: Book a romantic cruise or restaurant dinner

Valentine's Day is coming up on Sunday 14th February 2010. Whether you are after a quiet intimate dinner for two, or a group booking with a little more of a party atmosphere, Rivers has the perfect option for you. Book a cruise for your loved one, or a table at any one of the many Melbourne restaurants offering Valentine's Day specials.

Valentine's Weekend Cruises:

Friday, 12th February 2010
Pre Valentines Dinner Cruise
Price: $89 pp
Includes: 3 1/2 hr cruise, special Valentine's 3 course menu, Entertainment
Bookings: Online or Ph 9285 0000

Saturday, 13th February 2010
Tom Jones Cabaret Cruise
Price: $129 pp
Includes: 3 1/2 cruise, special Valentine's 3 course menu, Tom Jones tribute show
Bookings: Online or Ph 9285 0000

Sunday, 14th February 2010
Valentine's Day Dinner Cruise
4 Different Decks to choose from: Silver, Gold, Alfresco, Titanic
Price from $89pp - $289pp
Includes: 3 1/2 cruise, special Valentine's 3 course menu incl. seafood and meat platters, Entertainment, and a complimentary silk rose for every couple.
Bookings: Online or Ph 9285 0000

Packages: Silver Deck - $89 per person
Gold Deck - $129 per person
Alfresco Deck - $169 per person
Titanic Deck - $289 per person

If you are not sure which option will best suit your requirements, please call 9285 0000. Please note: All bookings are at a set price and must be pre-paid. Valentines Day dinner is a sell out event - so get in early to avoid disappointment.

Restaurants offering Valentine's Day specials:

Valentine's Day Dinner at Fish Seafood Grill

Date: Sunday 14th February 2010
Address: Waterfront City Docklands, Vic 3008
Fish Seafood Grill's full a la carte menu will be available plus Valentine's Day specials and a complimentary silk rose for every couple
Bookings: 9640 0686 / online
www.fishrestaurant.com.au

Butchers Grill - 2 Locations

Date: Sunday 14th February 2010
Price: $89.00 per person
Includes: Entree, Main & Dessert
Bonus: A complimentary silk rose for every couple
Locations: Waterfront City, Docklands, Ph 9640 0696 AND Bourke Street, Melbourne 9639 1222.
www.butchersgrill.com.au

Valentine's Day dinner at Steakhouse

Date: Sunday, 14th February 2010
Cost: $79.00 per person
Address: Pier 35, Port Melbourne / Docklands
Includes: 3 courses + side salad
Bonus: A complimentary silk rose for every couple.
http://www.steakhouse.net.au/pier35marina/valentines_day_dinner.htm http://www.steakhouse.net.au/newquay/valentines_day_dinner.htm

Valentine's Day Dinner at Saganaki Greek Cuisine & Grill

Date: Sunday 14th February 2010
Address: 62 NewQuay Docklands, Vic 3008
Saganaki will be offering a special Valentine's Day menu. Plus every couple will receive a complimentary silk rose.
www.saganaki.com.au

Valentine's Day Dinner at BlueFire Churrascaria Grill

Date: Sunday 14th February 2010
Cost: $59.00 per person
Address: Waterfront City, Docklands
Includes: Tasting Plate, Churrascaria, Dessert
Bonus: A complimentary silk rose for every couple.
www.bluefiregrill.com.au

Valentine's Day Dinner at Bellissimo Cucina & Trattoria

Date: Sunday 14th February 2010
Address: Waterfront City Docklands, Vic 3008
Bellissimo will be offering a special Valentine's Day menu. Plus every couple will receive a complimentary silk rose.
www.bellissimo.net.au

Valentine's Day Dinner at Yum Cha Dragon

Date: Sunday 14th February 2010
Address: Waterfront City Docklands, Vic 3008
Yum Cha Dragon will be offering Premium Yum Cha on Valentines Day. Plus every couple receive a complimentary silk rose
Bookings: 9329 6868 or online
www.yumcha.net.au

Valentine's Day Dinner at Livebait

Date: Sunday 14th February 2010
Address: NewQuay Docklands, Vic 3008
Livebait's full a la carte menu will be available plus Valentine's Day specials and a complimentary silk rose for every couple.
www.livebait.com.au

Valentine's Day Dinner at Mecca Bah

Date: Sunday 14th February 2010
Address: 55a NewQuay Prom, Docklands
Mecca Bah's full a la carte menu will be available plus Valentine's Day cocktails and a complimentary silk rose for every couple.
www.meccabah.com.au

What to do for New Year's Eve? Take your pick at Docklands!

As 2009 draws to a close, now is the time to start thinking about your plans for New Year's Eve. At Docklands, there are plenty of ways to celebrate New Year's Eve starting with the annual dinner cruise on board the grand vessel "Voyager".

The 3.5 hour cruise includes a three course meal, open bar with standard drinks (spirits, wine, beer, soft drink), live DJ with spacious dance floor, all with a prime view of the fireworks along the river.

Price: $249 per person.
Bookings: You can book your place online or phone (03) 9285 0000.
Web: http://www.rivers.net.au

There are also a range of special dining events taking place at a variety of Docklands restaurants. Each dinner includes canapes, a three-course meal, a glass of sparkling wine on arrival and a prime view of the waterfront fireworks. To check out which restaurants are hosting events and to book your table, click here.

Another event which is bound to draw huge crowds again this NYE is Sensation at Etihad Stadium. Known as the "white party", it began last year and has quickly become one of the biggest dance parties in the Southern Hemisphere. Tickets may be purchased from Ticketmaster. Dining and VIP packages are also available to through the Etihad Stadium website.

At Waterfront City, the fun continues with free activities for the whole family. Live entertainment kicks off at 6pm all the way until 1am with DJ Mark Anthony who will be playing everything from funk and soul to commercial top 40, house and retro '80s. The programme also includes the Gee Whiz Kids band for the youngsters, and performances from 10-piece band Alchemy and Australia's leading funk act, Nudist Funk Orchestra.

For more information on what's happening at Waterfront City, visit: http://www.waterfrontcity.com.au

Looking for somewhere for your corporate Christmas party? Book a cruise!

If you're looking for a unique way to celebrate Christmas with your work colleagues, then consider booking a Rivers cruise or "floating function".

Every vessel in Rivers’ fleet is custom built to cater to varying sized groups; from 30 to 600 guests. Take the stress out of organizing your Christmas corporate event and let professional event coordinators do all the work, allowing you to continue with your usual business responsibilities. Each can be decorated and themed according to your company’s requirement.

Rivers’ chefs enjoy accolades normally reserved for the restaurant industry. Event menus are planned according to an annual calendar of the finest seasonal produce. The service is restaurant, a la carte style and a Somellier can assist you in selecting the perfect wines to round off the perfect event.

Click here to find out more about their cruise options.

Prefer to stick to solid ground? Then Rivers also have a number of restaurant venues from which you can choose to host your work Christmas party. Each venue offers sensational menus, stylish interiors and efficient service, with over 10 different locations around Melbourne. Functions can be tailored to suit your every need.

Click here to find out more.

Also, Rivers are also hosting Christmas Day Lunch and Dinner on board their cruises and at 10 of their restaurants around Melbourne. Forfeit the hassle of cooking the roast turkey yourself by letting professional chefs do all the work. Book your family a table for Rivers' Christmas Day Lunch or Dinner today.

More info can be found here.

BOOKED OUT: Continue your Grand Final Day celebrations on board a Docklands dinner cruise

*** Sorry, but this cruise is now fully booked. ***

September 26th is a big day on Melbourne's calendar with the AFL Grand Final. And if you're looking for a unique way to continue to celebrations then read on...

Rivers is hosting a Dinner Cruise which has just been upgraded from the Lady Lindeman vessel to the larger Voyager vessel. This means more spots are now available - so secure your booking today!

When: Saturday, 26th September 2009 (AFL Grand Final Day)
Includes: 3 course dinner, and DJ on board "Voyager".
Boarding: 7.15pm for a 7.30pm departure
Returning: 11 pm
Price: $79 per person
Bookings: Call 9285 0000 or online at http://www.rivers.net.au/river_cruise_bookingform.htm

To view a sample menu, click here.

Things to do: New Year's Eve at Docklands

Believe it or not we will soon be counting down to the arrival of 2010. Scary, I know! Now is the time to plan how you will see in the new year, before everything books out.

At Docklands, there are many ways to celebrate New Year's Eve starting with the annual dinner cruise on board the grand vessel Voyager.

The 3.5 hour cruise includes a three course meal, open bar with standard drinks (spirits, wine, beer, soft drink), live DJ with spacious dance floor, all with a prime view of the fireworks along the river. More info: www.rivers.net.au/new_years_eve.htm#NYE_BOOK

Price: $249 per person.

Bookings: You can book your place online or phone (03) 9285 0000.

Another event which is bound to draw huge crowds again this NYE is Sensation at Etihad Stadium, Docklands. Known as the "white party", it began last year and has quickly become one of the biggest dance parties in the Southern Hemisphere.

Tickets are available to purchase from Ticketmaster now. Dining and VIP packages are also now on sale to buy through the Etihad Stadium website.

Looking for the perfect venue to host your wedding or corporate function?

Are you looking for that perfect venue to host your wedding or upcoming corporate function? Then Rivers Restaurants & Cruises may have just the answer.

With a variety of waterfront venues to choose from, Rivers can offer you a restaurant to suit any occasion. Select from over 10 locations around Melbourne (including Docklands) all offering sensational menus, stylish interiors and efficient & attentive service. Each venue can be tailored to suit your every need.

Click here to check out the many waterfront venues.

Alternatively, you might like to consider a floating function for your event. Impress your guests with an exclusive event on the water. Cruise along picturesque waterways on one of Rivers’ magnificent vessels. Their entire fleet of luxury vessels are fully equipped to cater to every style of event - truly an unforgettable experience.

Click here to view the cruise options available.

Climb aboard the Elvis Tribute Cabaret Cruise - 11th September, 2009

Cruise Melbourne's waterways on a luxurious vessel and enjoy a scrumptious three course dinner served to your table, live Elvis tribute floor show complete with band and dance floor. Price is all inclusive - bookings available now.

Includes: 3.5 hr cruise, 3 courses, live floor show, band, dance floor.
Cost: $99 per person.
When: Friday 11th September, 2009.
Boarding: 7.15pm for a 7.30pm departure
Returning: 11 pm

Starring Geoff Kennedy. Hear Geoff bring back the memories of the King! Be entertained and sing along with the greatest hits of the King in concert.

More info: http://www.rivers.net.au/cabaret_dinner_cruises.htm#TheElvisExperience or phone for bookings (03) 9285 0000.

Father's Day at the Docklands - 6th September

Stuck with what to do for dad this Father's Day on 6th September? Then bring him down to the Docklands where there is plenty of great things planned.

For starters, you can treat him for lunch or dinner at any one of the many waterfront restaurants dotted around the harbour. Also at selected restaurants, there will be FREE BEER FOR DAD! A complimentary beer will be offered to all dads who dine on Father's Day. Click here for participating restaurants.


Or for something a little different, take dad on board the Rivers Father's Day BBQ Lunch Cruise. This three-hour cruise includes a gourmet BBQ buffet lunch and giveaways. One lucky dad will win a massive Fathers Day hamper and great door prizes including footy tickets (box seats).

For more information and to book your place visit: http://www.rivers.net.au/fathers_day_lunch.htm - but places are running out so you must hurry.