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What's On Melbourne?
Winter 2026 Roundup

Looking for something to do this winter? Here are a few I4S favourites to add to your calendar.

✨ Firelight Festival | 4 to 6 July - Fire, lights and live entertainment at Docklands.
✨ RISING | 27 May to 8 June - Music, art and culture across Melbourne.
✨ Lightscape | 20 June to 2 August - A magical night walk through the Royal Botanic Gardens.
✨ NGV Winter Masterpieces: Cartier | 12 June to 4 October - A must see exhibition celebrating timeless design.
✨ MIFF | 6 to 23 August - Australia's biggest celebration of film.
✨ Winter Night Market | Every Wednesday until 26 August - Street food, live music and winter vibes at Queen Victoria Market.

Melbourne never slows down in winter. Save this list, pick your favourite, and if you're around the CBD, let's grab a coffee.

Welcome our 30-minute “intern” Helly Tống to the I4S office 💛

Today, Helly Tống — founder of The Yen Concept and Lại Đây Refill - dropped by i4s for a short but meaningful “internship” moment. She shared her journey of building projects rooted in sustainability, conscious living, and creating positive impact in everyday life.

We also got to hear her thoughts on communication, storytelling, and how ideas can be shaped into something real and impactful. Grateful for the conversation, the energy, and the exchange of perspectives in the room 🌿

🎭 Meet the Voices Behind The Multicultural Gallery
Exhibition No. I: The Art of Working Together

An evening bringing together creatives, storytellers, and industry leaders to explore collaboration across cultures, film, media, and community.

Introducing our host and panelists:

✨ Dale Crawford
Host & Moderator of The Multicultural Gallery
Award-winning presenter and storyteller guiding the conversation throughout the night.

🎬 Lien Binh Phat
Actor
A talented actor, known for bringing depth and authenticity to every role on screen.

🎥 Phan Gia Nhat Linh
Creative Producer & Director
Visionary filmmaker and producer passionate about meaningful storytelling and cultural connection.

🌏 Bronny Lane
Founder & Principal Publicist at Little Train
A leading voice in multicultural PR and communications, supporting impactful stories across Australia.

🎞️ Phong Pham
Founder of Film Viet Australia
Community builder and creative advocate dedicated to connecting Vietnamese-Australian filmmakers and audiences through cinema.

Join us as we celebrate the power of collaboration, creativity, and multicultural storytelling.