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Fed Live

We’ve joined forces with music heavyweights MTV, Melbourne Music Week, DITTO Music and the Mushroom Group with some serious cash monies and prizes involved.

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Discover the Virtual Square

Melbourne’s greatest exhibitions, events and activities all from the comfort of your couch

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Global Pride

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So, you’ve heard the news. We’ve announced FED LIVE. Fed Square’s biggest-ever foray into directly supporting the Victorian music industry, coming at a time of unprecedented challenges for artists. It’s a big one, and we’re big-time proud of it, too. We’ve joined forces with music heavyweights MTV, Melbourne Music Week, DITTO Music and the Mushroom Group with some serious cash monies and prizes involved – over 100k to be exact. From 19 October (Regional VIC) and 2 November (Metro VIC) and until 15 November*, Fed Square will be accepting music video submissions from emerging Victorian artists of any genre who want to show off their budding talents and be in the running to take home a life-changing prize. So wherever you may be in Victoria, be sure to mark these dates in your disco diaries! And bookmark this page as it has all the info on entry, tips on submissions, eligibility, judging as well as a detailed Brief. Once submissions are received, a hand-picked panel of judges will review all entries and choose 10 finalists to be profiled on fedsquare.com from 27 November. Voting will then be cast to the masses and the public’s fave will be crowned the winner on 14 December. Talk about a democracy. BTW, when we say ‘video’ we mean ‘video file’, so don’t feel like you have to do the standard performance-in-front-of-a-camera thing. Stop motion, animation, roblox, whatever; the sky’s the limit.

19 Oct — 15 Nov

Fed Live

Ask An Astronaut

To celebrate World Space Week, we asked you, our fun-loving Fed followers, to send in your questions for us to ask when we interviewed NASA astronaut, Dr Andrew Morgan – a real, living, breathing astronaut who has recently returned to Earth after nine months in space! The response we received was was huge! Watch the full interview here.

Space Week

Virtual Kids

Well, the new Victorian public holiday for the Grand Final didn’t get a lot of time in the sun before Covid-19 had other plans. But never fear, this year 23 October is Thank You Day, a day off in celebration of our essential workers and the Victorian community. Our medical, police, firefighting, hospitality, retail and essential staff have all put it all on the line – often thanklessly – in order to keep society bubbling away during lockdown. And the people of Victoria (that’s you!) have kept the lights shining and the smiles coming, even from behind your masks. Thanks to our friends at The Age we’ve curated a gallery of incredible images of the Victorian people and our everyday essential heroes – so we can celebrate everyone (from a responsible distance, of course) this 23 October. Photography: Justin McManus, Jason South, Joe Armao, Simon Schluter, Eddie Jim

Lunchtime Meditation

Fed Square’s regular meditation classes have gone online, free for any to access from the comfort of your home. Escape the stress and busyness of modern life to discover the peace of meditation for yourself in these free livestreamed 30-minute meditation sessions, suitable for beginners and regulars alike – Classes brought to you by Kadampa Meditation Centre Australia. New streams come out every Tuesday, from 12:30 pm – 1 pm. Please press the play button to start.

Health and Wellness

Save Lentil as Anything

It’s the sad news that the Melbourne food-loving community never wanted to hear. Covid-19 has made its mark and long-time favourite Lentil As Anything has announced it faces administration. The organisation, with restaurants in Melbourne’s Abbotsford, St Kilda and Northcote and Sydney’s Newtown, operates a well-known pay-as-you-feel model that’s been serving the community with delicious, healthy vegan and vego options for the past 20 years, keeping hungry punters lining up for more and ensuring over 150,000 vulnerable Aussies within the midst are provided with wholesome and nutritious meals. These restaurants, along with a catering service, food relief program and bricks-and-mortar shopfront, are facing a financial crisis… and the organisation needs your help! Organisers have created a GoFundMe campaign, a crusade that was kicked off with a staggering 150k in donations in the first four days alone, proving just how paramount this much-loved institution is. Head to Lentil As Anything’s GoFundMe page if you can spare a bean to chip in.

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Anything But Square Podcast

Welcome to the Anything But Square podcast! This is the home of our exciting podcast, Anything But Square, where every week we unearth the most hilarious, most exciting and most secretive stories in Melbourne. New episodes are released each Wednesday, and you can find them here or on the streaming platform of your choice. From interviews with the city’s most colourful personalities to recorded lectures by legends of sport, media and industry, there’s only one place in Melbourne for an audio kaleidoscope of experiences: Anything But Square!

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Metro Tunnel Mini Melbourne

Explore Fed Square like you never have before with Minecraft ‘Mini Melbourne’! Mini Melbourne is a world-first resource brought to life for the Metro Tunnel Education Program. In partnership with the Victorian Department of Education and Training, the Metro Tunnel Project have created 6,000,000 m/sq of Melbourne’s city centre in Minecraft. Mini Melbourne supports a range of activities. Within this amazing virtual world, you can explore the sights and landmarks of Melbourne and maybe add a few new features of your own. Take a copy of the Scavenger Hunt with you as you explore Mini Melbourne. How many of the items can you find? Download the public version of Minecraft Mini Melbourne for FREE here.

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Tai Chi with Master Han Jin Song (class 1)

Exercise your mind, body and soul with Master Han Jin Song. You will feel refreshed, rejuvenated and energized with Tai Chi, the Chinese martial art that helps promote health and relaxation.

Health and Wellness

Out of this World Competition

Do you have what it takes to build your own mini ISS or rocket ship? If you have kids (or are a big kid yourself!) with an interest in space and a creative streak then this is the competition for you! We’re inviting you to create anything space related, from rockets, space stations, to your own space suit or jet pack. All you have to do is include the Fed Square ‘F’ somewhere on your project. Enter via the form below. All entrants will go into the draw to win a $500 LEGO voucher, that’s enough LEGO to build your own space station. For inspo check out our activities page here! Note: This competition is now closed. We had some amazing entries and the winner has been chosen – congratulations to Benjamin from Burwood East! You can see his submission below. See the full competition Terms and Conditions here.

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The Beautiful Shawl Project

To mark Breast Cancer Awareness Month, this October, thanks to BreastScreen Victoria, Fed Square are proudly promoting a heart-warming documentary that follows an innovative project that’s designed to provide a safe and empowering screening experience for First Nations women. In this short film, BreastScreen Victoria and the Victorian Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (VACCHO) capture the reactions and feelings of people within indigenous communities and bring to life an important initiative. Enjoy stunning scenery, hear stories of determination and be inspired by the incredible designs of First Nations peoples.

1 Oct — 30 Oct

Indigenous Roots

Taj Alexander Mural Artist

Pre-Covid (why yes, there was such a time) the Metro Tunnel Creative Program commissioned local artist Taj Alexander, aka ‘Deams’ to create an original artwork to flank the outside of their work-site and splash a little colour into the world! If you’ve walked past the Fed Square thoroughfare along Flinders Street, you may have noticed his eclectic style. We were lucky to snag an interview with the artist himself – check it out below to learn all about his inspiration and creative process! And be sure to wander through Fed Square in the coming weeks as we again welcome visitors with open arms.

Podcast: In Conversation with Imogen from HRAFF (Human Rights Arts & Film Festival)

Imogen is the CEO of The Human Rights Arts and Film Festival (HRAFF) is Australia’s premier cultural event devoted exclusively to the exploration of human rights issues through art and film. We cover how she became involved, which includes a failed attempt as a volunteer for the festival early on. The current state of film festivals during a pandemic, how they have been able to pivot and where to next.

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Mask-making with Xavier Csar

Make your own face mask in 12 easy steps! Back in 2015, if you’d asked us the question ‘Where do you see yourself in five years’ time?’ we’re sure our response wouldn’t have involved fashionable yet functional fabric features for the face, yet here we are. It’s 2020 and, in Melbourne, masks are mandatory. Watch Fed Square’s very own CEO, Xavier Csar, esteemed leader and resident in-home mask-maker, take you through a step-by-step process on how to make a mask.

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Masterclass: Darren Purchese’s Travlova

Masterclasses! If you’re holed up inside and desperate for something to do, why not learn a new skill – from the very best individuals in their field, no less? We’re launching a new weekly episodic series of incredible, educational and enjoyable videos, and our first cab off the rank is Melbourne sweet-tooth darling Darren Purchese, and his brilliant and original Travlova recipe. New masterclasses go live from 5 pm on our Facebook page each Monday – don’t miss out!

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Explore Regional Victoria

There’s so much more to Victoria than just the city. Check out the best of Regional Victoria here!

Destinations

Outdoors

Regional Arts and Culture

While we can’t exactly get out and meander through country back roads with the wind in our hair and a haul of regional reds in the boot, we can still get behind the Victorian tourism industry and support local business by enjoying some of the fruits that Melbourne and regional Victoria has to offer, all from the comfort (and all-to familiarity) of our homes.

Regional Victoria

Take a Virtual trip into the Grampians

One of the jewels in Victoria’s crown, the Grampians are an unmissable destination for hardcore hikers and ditzy daywalkers alike – and best of all, they aren’t going anywhere. Check out this family’s exploration of Victoria’s most beautiful high country and book a trip in for yourself when this all blows over – we’re just chomping at the bit to see the Big Koala, ourselves. This video features: Dunkeld Old Bakery Lakeside Tourist Park Grampians Olive Co. Bunjil’s Shelter Flame Brothers Restaurant The Giant Koala The Pinnacle Lookout

Destinations

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Geelong Piano Bar

Tune into Piano Bar’s Saturday and Monday night Live Stream Piano Bar Geelong will be live streaming different events and shows every Saturday and Monday from 7:30 pm! Just because we’re in isolation doesn’t mean we have to feel isolated. Even though Piano Bar can no longer open their doors, Piano Bar will still bring you that sense of connectedness and community, even in the midst of all this craziness. Jump onto their Facebook page Saturday and Monday night from 7:30pm to join Andy Pobjoy and Joss Russell for a fantastic night of socially distanced entertainment. Plus, you never know what special guests you’re going to find behind the bar! Check out their live stream from 7:30 pm here

Regional Arts and Culture

Cycle the Bass Coast Rail Trail

Looking to get out of the city for the weekend? Pack your bike and explore the Bass Coast Rail Trail! Feast your eyes on jaw-dropping views of Bass Strait, soak up endless rugged coastline and rolling farmland along Victoria’s only coastal rail trail – the Bass Coast Rail Trail. Start from Anderson with a scenic journey through farmland down to the coast. Take a breather at Kilcunda, a pocket-sized beachside town blessed with foodie options thanks to local deli Udder & Hoe, famed cafe Kilcunda General Store and the iconic Killy Pub. You’re in for a treat as you head out of town, crossing the magnificent Kilcunda Trestle Bridge over Bourne Creek. Take a moment to admire surfers tackling the waves from this heritage-listed beauty before rolling past wind turbines to Wonthaggi.

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Virtual Tours

Visit the Yarra Valley from home

We might be kept at arm’s length for now from Victoria’s other, other favourite pastime – visiting country wineries, darlinks – but the Yarra Valley’s Alternative Taste Trail is bringing the experience to your home with excellent door-delivered wines paired with an interactive virtual wine tour unlike any other. Virtually meander the Melba Highway, meet with winemakers at their cellar doors and uncover new drops. You might even discover your new fave. What’s more, each wine is paired with its own specialty recipe, so you can recreate the sommelier’s ideal night in yourself, while Taste the Road Trip’s winemakers walk you through each drop. Absolutely smashing.

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Food + Beverage

Fly Through Gippsland's Ensay Winery

Oh, no big deal – just a virtual flythrough of one of the most picturesque wineries in the country. Pop this one on your Empty Esky list for when we’re allowed out of the vaults again – like a lot of regional businesses, Ensay Winery were hit hard by the one-two punch of the bushfires and Covid this year. Check out their excellent teaser below and ensure Gippsland is at the top of your regional ‘go-to’ list and start planning that cellar-door-hopping road trip with your pals!

Destinations

Regional Victoria

Virtual Tours

Edgar’s Mission Virtual Tour

Edgar’s Mission is a not-for-profit sanctuary for rescued farm animals out in Lancefield – and while their usual family-friendly tours might be closed right now, they’ve followed Fed Square’s suit and gone digital! Pop on a flanny and some gumboots and check out Edgar’s Missions Virtual Tour hosted by the lovely Pam Ahern and her loyal sidekick, the Insta-famous kelpie, Vet Nurse Ruby. The tour features cameo appearances from Hakuna Matata the orphaned lamb, lovable Leon Trotsky the pig and, of course, Tim-Tam the goat – the kids’ll love it.

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