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26/06/2026
Last few spots left!
Justin Calverley is coming to Farm Vigano 🌳✂️
A fully qualified horticulturist with more than 35 years of industry experience, Justin has been running pruning workshops across Melbourne for over 15 years and is widely regarded as one of the state’s leading horticultural educators. His workshops are known for being practical, engaging, and accessible, helping participants build confidence in caring for their own fruit trees 🌿
Join us for a hands-on winter pruning workshop focused on the care and maintenance of deciduous fruit trees. Participants will learn practical pruning techniques, seasonal orchard management skills, and how to improve the health and productivity of backyard fruit trees 🌱
The workshop combines theory sessions in the cottage with practical demonstrations and guided activities in the orchard environment, creating a relaxed and immersive outdoor learning experience.
Suitable for beginner to intermediate gardeners, backyard fruit tree owners, and anyone interested in sustainable gardening and food production, this small group workshop allows for individual guidance and support throughout.
Book via this link: https://zurl.co/H1v1m
25/06/2026
🎄 Christmas Stallholder Opportunity – Melbourne 🎄
We are inviting stallholders to be part of a special Christmas event at the historic Jack’s Magazine in Maribyrnong on Saturday 28 November.
Set against the backdrop of one of Melbourne’s most fascinating heritage destinations, this family-friendly celebration will bring together heritage tours, Santa visits, children's activities, pony rides, wildlife encounters, puppet shows, live music and plenty of festive fun.
We are looking for vendors whose products will help create a beautifully curated Christmas market experience.
We are particularly interested in Christmas gifts, Christmas trees and decorations, homewares, ceramics, jewellery, children's toys, tech accessories, art and stationery.
If you are a maker, designer, artist, retailer or small business looking to showcase your products to a festive community audience, we would love to hear from you.
📍 Jack’s Magazine, Maribyrnong
📅 Saturday 28 November
🕚 11am–3pm
Expressions of Interest close at 12 noon on 3 July 2026.
Apply here: https://zurl.co/haIRi
15/06/2026
We’re looking for artisan, gift and specialty stallholders to be part of our upcoming event at the historic Jack’s Magazine.
Set against one of Melbourne’s most fascinating heritage destinations, this family-friendly Christmas event will feature heritage tours, Santa visits, children’s activities, pony rides, wildlife encounters, puppet shows, live music and more.
We’re particularly interested in handmade gifts, Christmas decorations, floristry, homewares, gourmet food, boutique beverages and other festive products that will help create a curated Christmas market experience.
📍 Jack’s Magazine, Maribyrnong
📅 Saturday 28 November
⏰ 11am–3pm
Expressions of Interest close at 12 noon on 3 July.
Apply here:
05/06/2026
We are looking for artisan, gift and specialty stallholders to be part of a unique festive event at the historic Jack’s Magazine!
Set against one of Melbourne’s most fascinating heritage sites, this family-friendly Christmas event will feature heritage tours, Santa visits, children’s activities, pony rides, wildlife encounters, puppet shows, live music and more.
We are particularly interested in handmade gifts, Christmas decorations, floristry, homewares, gourmet food, boutique beverages and other festive products that will help create a curated Christmas market experience.
📅 Saturday 28 November
⏰ 11am–3pm
To express your interest, email [email protected] with your business details, contact details, product information, photos and any power requirements.
29/05/2026
Justin Calverley is coming to Farm Vigano 🌳✂️
A fully qualified horticulturist with more than 35 years of industry experience, Justin has been running pruning workshops across Melbourne for over 15 years and is widely regarded as one of the state’s leading horticultural educators. His workshops are known for being practical, engaging, and accessible, helping participants build confidence in caring for their own fruit trees 🌿
Join us for a hands-on winter pruning workshop focused on the care and maintenance of deciduous fruit trees. Participants will learn practical pruning techniques, seasonal orchard management skills, and how to improve the health and productivity of backyard fruit trees 🌱
The workshop combines theory sessions in the cottage with practical demonstrations and guided activities in the orchard environment, creating a relaxed and immersive outdoor learning experience.
Suitable for beginner to intermediate gardeners, backyard fruit tree owners, and anyone interested in sustainable gardening and food production, this small group workshop allows for individual guidance and support throughout.
Limited spots are available, please buy your ticket(s) here https://zurl.co/OazoO.
22/05/2026
Great day on the road with the Working Heritage Committee of Management ✨
Visited and met with tenants at five of our regional sites across Victoria:
📍 Skipton Courthouse and Police Residence
📍 Ballan Courthouse
📍 Clunes School of Mines
📍 Daylesford Courthouse Precinct
📍 Beaufort Courthouse
14/05/2026
We asked people what their favourite activity on Jack’s Magazine open day in 2026 was. Comment below what activity would you like to participate in on an open day and we might actually add that to our list for the next event! 🌟
14/05/2026
Thank you to everyone who came to Jack’s Open Day 2026! It was an explosive 🧨 weekend (no pun intended). We will be back later this year for a special Christmas event, so keep an eye out for more information coming soon.
08/05/2026
Mario and Maria Vigano, a couple that had arrived in Melbourne in 1928 with their three children, having left Italy to escape persecution under the fascist Mussolini Government. Read more about the family behind the Farm Vigano restaurant’s origin, whose story played a significant role in introducing Melbourne to a European style of dining and entertainment.
07/05/2026
Announcing a very special occasion by our incredible tenants at the South Melbourne Temperance Hall happening next Friday 15 May.
Renée Copraij and Phillip Adams in Conversation, facilitated by Rebecca Hilton!
They met in the 90s while working in New York for Dennis O Connor. Over the past three decades they have continued to work at the radical, avant-garde edge of dance and performing arts practices.
Through this conversation, facilitated by Rebecca Hilton, Renée and Phillip reflect on their intersecting and disparate experiences of shaping and influencing experimental performing arts scenes, locally and internationally.
Perhaps, they might even do a dance…
📍 Temperance Hall Main Hall, 199 Napier St, South Melbourne
📅 Friday 15 May
⏰ 7pm–8.30pm
Renée Copraij is an Apartment Studio Resident at Temperance Hall across May as part of the 2025 Apartment Studio Residency program, supporting artists travelling from near and afar to develop and share new artistic research and experiments with local audiences while living onsite.
Image rights belong to the artists and Stan Arte Vizion.
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Melbourne, VIC
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To reach the location on William Street in Melbourne, you have a couple of options for public transport and driving.
**Public Transport:**
1. **Tram:**
- Take any tram that travels along Collins Street or Bourke Street.
- Get off at the stop closest to William Street (look for stops near the intersection with Collins or Bourke).
- Walk a short distance to your destination on William Street.
2. **Train:**
- The nearest train station is Flinders Street Station.
- From Flinders Street, you can either walk (approximately 10 minutes) or catch a tram heading towards William Street.
3. **Bus:**
- Several bus routes service the area; check for buses that stop near William Street.
- Alight at the nearest stop and walk to your destination.
**Driving/Parking:**
- If you're driving, head towards the city center and follow signs for William Street.
- There are several parking options available nearby, including street parking (check for time limits and fees) and commercial car parks.
- Be mindful of peak hour traffic when planning your journey, as it can get congested in this area.
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Working Heritage plays a vital role in preserving and revitalizing some of Victoria's most cherished heritage sites. With a commitment to conservation and management, they breathe new life into historically significant buildings, ensuring that these treasures are not only preserved but also adapted for contemporary use.
From the iconic former Royal Mint in central Melbourne to charming court houses in rural towns, Working Heritage transforms redundant structures into vibrant community assets. Their innovative approach allows for the repurposing of these sites—turning a derelict farmhouse into a delightful restaurant or a decommissioned mint into an engaging museum. This thoughtful adaptation not only honors the cultural significance of these places but also meets modern needs, creating spaces that resonate with both locals and visitors alike.
By collaborating with tenants who lease these heritage sites, Working Heritage fosters sustainable uses that contribute positively to the community. The revitalization of these buildings supports local businesses and enhances community activities, making them integral parts of their neighborhoods. Each project undertaken by Working Heritage reflects their dedication to maintaining the unique character and history of Victoria while ensuring that these places continue to thrive for future generations.
In essence, Working Heritage is transforming how we view our historical landmarks—seeing them as valuable resources rather than mere relics of the past. Their efforts not only preserve our heritage but also enrich our communities, making them more vibrant and connected through shared history and culture.
