START YOUR WEEKEND …
BRUNCH ON THE BAY
This two-tiered, brunch-style high tea with a twist is selling quick smart. It is the perfect activity to soak up the last spurts of the warm weather. Indulge in breakfast favourites while you cruise Port Phillip Bay.
■ Various dates in May and beyond available. Ferries depart from Queenscliff Harbour. Bookings: searoad.com.au
GOING OUT EASTER ACTIVITIES QUEENSCLIFF BREWHOUSE FESTIVITIES
Experience a live brewing session from 11am-noon at Queenscliff Brewhouse tomorrow, with an Easter egg hunt starting at noon for the kids to enjoy. Later in the afternoon, guests can choose to amp up their festivities and watch band Z-STAR DELTA from the UK perform live.
■ Festivities begin from 11am at Queenscliff Brewhouse, 2 Gellibrand St, Queenscliff, on Easter Sunday, April 21.
DRYSDALE EASTER ART SHOW
Head to the Drysdale Rotary Easter Art Show and enjoy artwork from more than 100 artists on display this Easter weekend. All art is on sale, with proceeds donated to charities supported by Drysdale Rotary.
■ The art show is at Christian College Sport Stadium, 40 Collins St, Drysdale, on April 21-22 from 10am-4pm. Details: drysdalerotary.org.au
TOURS & EVENTS EASTSIDE CITY 1850S MURDER HISTORY TOUR
Perhaps not for the fainthearted, but if you dare you can find out what hauntings and crime, lunatics and mysteries lurked Geelong streets as actor guides step you back into the 1850s. Hear about true tales of the Benevolent Asylum and Gaol inmates and delve into the hospital records on the Eastside City Murder History Tour.
■ The tour is running on Easter Sunday, April 21, from 7-8.30pm at Austin Park, 1a Bellerine St, Geelong. Bookings via email: threadinggoldwalkingtours@hotmail.com. Details: geelongaustralia.com.au
SUNDAY MUSIC SESSIONS AT BASILS FARM
Enjoy live acoustic music at Basils Farm located on the stunning Bellarine Peninsula. Sit outdoors under the fig trees or inside Basils Cafe and take in breathtaking views across Swan Bay to Queenscliff at the Sunday Sessions event. Musician Lisa Hanley is set to perform tomorrow. Admission is free, however bookings are highly recommended.
■ The live music event is on Easter Sunday, April 21, from 12.303.30pm at Basils Farm, 43-53 Nye Rd, Swan Bay. Bookings: Phone 5258 4280.
ART SIDNEY NOLAN’S NED KELLY SERIES
For the first time in 15 years, the National Gallery of Australia’s collection of Sidney Nolan’s Ned Kelly paintings has come to Geelong as part of its Australian tour. The famous 26 paintings are not-to-bemissed, being some of the most poignant masterpieces of 20th century Australian art. Nolan’s original and starkly simplified image of Ned Kelly quickly became a national symbol back in 1946.
■ The exhibition is running at Geelong Gallery, 55 Little Malop St, Geelong, until May 26 2019. Details: geelonggallery.org.au
EASTER EGGSTRAVAGANZA ADVENTURE PARK’S GIANT EASTER EGG HUNT
If you don’t already have plans for Easter Sunday, hop along for a day full of fun, rides and chocolate that will make this Easter truly unforgettable for the kids. A mega 15,000 chocolate eggs will be up for grabs at Adventure Park’s Easter egg hunt tomorrow. In its 16th year, the giant egg hunt is a big hit with the kids and is included with park entry. Kids can also have their photo taken with the Easter bunny before and after the hunt. Children up to 16 years are invited to join the hunt that starts at 2pm, with separate hunting areas for different age groups.
■ The hunt is at Adventure Park, 1249 Bellarine Highway, Wallington on Easter Sunday, April 21 from 2-3pm. It is free with an entry ticket into the park.
WONDERLAND OF COLOUR COUNTRY DAHLIAS FLOWER FARM
There could not be a more perfect way to spend a sunny weekend than surrounded by the rainbow colours of 20,000 stunning dahlia bushes and 2250 flower types in bloom. Country Dahlia’s beautiful blanket of flowers spans over two acres and is open to the public until April 22. The Winchelsea attraction has featured on Better Homes and Gardens. Visitors can bring a picnic lunch with them and enjoy the surrounds.
■ The flower farm is located at 195 Mathison Rd, open from 9.30am-4pm until Monday, April 22. Entry for adults is $8 and free for children.
STAYING IN MUST WATCH BREXIT: THE UNCIVIL WAR (MA15+)
The new release drama Brexit delivers a fascinating insight into the vote that not only altered the future for Britain, but also changed the face of global politics forever. The film centres around strategist Dominic Cummings (Benedict Cumberbatch) leading a campaign to convince British voters to leave the European Union. Even if you’re not a huge fan of politics, it is hard to take your eyes off this drama.
■ Available on DVD and download
FASCINATING INSIGHT FORMULA 1: DRIVE TO SURVIVE (M)
If you’re looking for a series to binge-watch — this one’s for you. The new documentary series, a collaboration between Netflix and Formula One, gives an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the 2018 Formula One World Championship. Get a glimpse into how drivers, managers and team owners live life in the fast lane — both on and off the track. This series will get you hooked no matter if you’re a racing lover or not. Start the engine on episode one and give it a go.
■ Season 1 available on Netflix
LAUGH OUT LOUD KEVIN HART: IRRESPONSIBLE (MA15+)
Get ready to laugh out loud in this hilarious comedy special featuring celebrity comedian Kevin Hart. As a father of three on his second marriage, Kevin Hart proves life has its uphill battles in a stand-up performance inspired by his own mistakes. The comedy feature was released this month, with Hart talking about everything from family and travel to a year of reckless behaviour.
■ Watch on Netflix
LISTEN BEERBONGS & BENTLEYS BY POST MALONE
Beerbongs & Bentleys is the second studio album by American rapper Post Malone. The rapper is on his way Down Under, set to perform in Victoria later this month with shows at Rod Laver Arena. The album has numerous songs that ranked No.1 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart.
■ Available on iTunes, Spotify and other subscription apps
READ BECOMING BY MICHELLE OBAMA
The memoir chronicles the former First Lady’s life from a childhood on the South Side of Chicago to her years as an executive balancing the demands of motherhood and work, as well as her time in the White House. Michelle Obama described the biography as deeply personal, which talks about her roots and coming into a position of power.
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