10 June: Monopoly
This week on Postcards, the team try their hand at the ever popular board game Monopoly, Victorian edition. Esther’s throw of the dice lands her at the MCG, Glen bunks down at a Mornington Peninsula hideaway, a Chinese whisper catches up with Lawrence, while Bridget drops into an exceptional inner city retreat. Meanwhile, Loz winds up at an exceptional five star dining restaurant and also sets his sights on a celebrated shopping strip right in the heart of Melbourne.
MCG Tour
Melbourne has a well deserved reputation as the sporting capital of the world and one of the main reasons is the magnificent MCG. The Melbourne Cricket Club conducts daily tours of this amazing arena, allowing you to get up close and personal with sporting history.
Ph 03 9657 8888
www.mcg.org.au
Lake House Restaurant
Only 108 kilometres north-west of Melbourne, off the Western Highway, is where you will find Alla Wolf-Tasker, her geese and her multi award winning restaurant, Lake House. Alla Wolf-Tasker is the woman responsible for single-handedly putting Daylesford, a quiet country village, on the international culinary map.
Ph 03 5348 3329
www.lakehouse.com.au
Hilltonia Homestead
Finding something special when you're booking accommodation can sometimes be a role of the dice. But when you land on a winner like Hilltonia Homestead, you'll feel you're running hot! Located in Rye on the Mornington Peninsula, Hilltonia Homestead is set on 38 acres of land, conveniently located near some of Australia's premier golf courses and award winning vineyards.
Ph 03 5985 2654
www.hilltonia.com.au
The Prince Hotel, Aurora and Circa
It's safe to say that when it comes to bars, restaurants and health retreats, this town has got it covered. From a stylish restaurant to a sensational day spa, the Prince at the northern end of St Kilda's Acland Street combines all three. The mood at Circa undoubtedly sets a romantic scene but the restaurant's elegant vibe is matched only by its flawless cuisine. However, life's little luxuries don't end downstairs. Upstairs is Aurora Spa Retreat, an experience that will bring any body into harmony with nature.
The Prince
Ph 03 9536 1111
www.theprince.com.au
Circa
Ph 03 9536 1122
www.circa.com.au
Aurora
Ph 03 9536 1130
www.aurorasparetreat.com
Tyabb Packing House
What do you do when you need to find that special something to go in the home or office to give it that perfect finish? If it needs to have style and character, you can always rely on those fandango new shops, but luckily there is hope for those who appreciate the way they used to make them. The Tyabb Packing House in Tyabb has everything from books and furniture to clocks and the kitchen sink, all under the one big roof.
Ph 03 5977 4414
www.tyabbpackinghouseantiques.com
Brunswick Street
Inner suburban Fitzroy is Melbourne's bohemian heart. An edgy mix of all things alternative and artistic, it has a fascinating collection of retro clothes shops, galleries, bookshops, cafes and alternative therapy centres. Where better to get a feeling for the suburb than from a short walk along Brunswick Street, its ever faithful backbone.
Worldwide Wash
Ph 03 9419 8214
Fitzroy Chinese Medical Centre
Ph 03 9417 5116
Shag
Ph 03 9417 3348
What's On
Puppet Lab at Fed Square – Shadowland
Kids under 13, gather around: school holidays mean the puppet carnival at Federation Square. Enjoy a host of free family activities and a variety of workshops. Bookings not required.
Where: The Atrium, Federation Square
When: 30 June – 7 July
More: www.thatsmelbourne.com.au
Circus Oz
Circus Oz delivers an animal-free circus that's anything but typical. The 2007 tour features death-defying stunts, awe-inspiring acrobatic performers and a live band.
Where: The Big Top, Birrarung Marr
When: 20 June – 15 July
More: www.thatsmelbourne.com.au
New Romantics – presented by the Australian Ballet
Join the Australian Ballet as they present the New Romantics for two 21st century premieres.
Where: State Theatre, the Arts Centre
When: 22 June – 3 July
More: www.thatsmelbourne.com.au
