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                <title>The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra Are Revealing the Weird and Wonderful Objects Behind Movie Sound Effects</title>
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                <pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 03:42:47 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>From snapping celery to clacking coconut shells, the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra is uncovering the techniques Foley artists use to bring films to life this winter. </p>
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                                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>From snapping celery to clacking coconut shells, the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra is uncovering the techniques Foley artists use to bring films to life this winter. </p>
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                <title>Charlotte de Witte at The Wool Store</title>
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                <dc:creator><![CDATA[Hudson Brown]]></dc:creator>
                <pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 23:42:35 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>The global techno powerhouse is taking over a sprawling industrial Melbourne venue with her trademark high-intensity sound.</p>
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                                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The global techno powerhouse is taking over a sprawling industrial Melbourne venue with her trademark high-intensity sound.</p>
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                <title>The Best Wine Bars in Melbourne</title>
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                <dc:creator><![CDATA[Andrew Zuccala]]></dc:creator>
                <pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 04:02:33 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>Considered fitouts, elevated shared plates and a uniquely curated wine offering &mdash; these are our favourite wine bars across the city.</p>
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                                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Considered fitouts, elevated shared plates and a uniquely curated wine offering &mdash; these are our favourite wine bars across the city.</p>
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                <title>Atsu</title>
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                <dc:creator><![CDATA[Jade Solomon]]></dc:creator>
                <pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 03:28:37 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>If you visit for lunch, experience a traditional katsu donbori bowl, and then try and nab a seat at the counter for an omakase-style kushikatsu offering. </p>
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                                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you visit for lunch, experience a traditional katsu donbori bowl, and then try and nab a seat at the counter for an omakase-style kushikatsu offering. </p>
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                <title>Victoria Cranks Up Music Funding with Two Major Grant Programs Offering Support to Local Talent and Live Music Venues</title>
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                <dc:creator><![CDATA[Hudson Brown]]></dc:creator>
                <pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 02:21:31 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>Two major grant programs are back, offering fresh support to Victorian musicians, industry professionals and live music venues.</p>
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                                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Two major grant programs are back, offering fresh support to Victorian musicians, industry professionals and live music venues.</p>
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                <title>Wally&#039;s</title>
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                <dc:creator><![CDATA[Andrew Zuccala]]></dc:creator>
                <pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 01:23:05 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>This Euro-centric Albert park hang out has expanded its offering, now inviting diners from all across the city to indulge in its tasty fares. </p>
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                                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This Euro-centric Albert park hang out has expanded its offering, now inviting diners from all across the city to indulge in its tasty fares. </p>
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                <title>NAIDOC Week at South Melbourne Market&#039;s SO:ME Space</title>
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                <dc:creator><![CDATA[Hudson Brown]]></dc:creator>
                <pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 01:00:07 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>This market is celebrating NAIDOC Week's landmark anniversary with a curated showcase of Indigenous creativity, culture and storytelling.</p>
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                                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This market is celebrating NAIDOC Week's landmark anniversary with a curated showcase of Indigenous creativity, culture and storytelling.</p>
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                <title>The 12 New Blockbusters Worth Adding to Your Winter Home Cinema Lineup</title>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 23:52:16 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>Cold weather, couch plans and a stacked release calendar. These are the biggest new films to rent and buy for your next home winter movie night.</p>
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                <title>From Bare to Brilliant: Heavy Snowfall Transformed Our Ski Fields Over the Weekend, Saving the Stoke and the School Holidays</title>
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                <dc:creator><![CDATA[Hudson Brown]]></dc:creator>
                <pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 06:35:34 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>After a sluggish start to winter, a major cold snap has delivered fresh powder across Australia's ski resorts.</p>
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                                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>After a sluggish start to winter, a major cold snap has delivered fresh powder across Australia's ski resorts.</p>
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                <title>Your Winter Cultural Hit List: Festivals, Events and How to Have a Say in Shaping Your City</title>
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                <dc:creator><![CDATA[Concrete Playground]]></dc:creator>
                <pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 02:17:11 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>From late-night markets and major film festivals to winter food events and city-wide celebrations, these are the cultural moments worth adding to your calendar this season.</p>
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                                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>From late-night markets and major film festivals to winter food events and city-wide celebrations, these are the cultural moments worth adding to your calendar this season.</p>
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