The Alex Press

05/09/2025

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06/03/2025

Artist Erin Reinboth, adding colour, life and happiness to the Surf Coast Arts Trail -

Torquay artist Erin Reinboth feels some challenging emotions opening her studio to the community for the Surf Coast Arts Trail but wouldn’t have it any other way. “You feel really exposed because that’s your craft and vulnerable space,” Erin says. “But how wonderful to open that up to peop...

05/03/2025

What to Consider When Choosing an Early Learning Centre for Your Child - https://tagg.com.au/?p=260008 - Source: https://www.pexels.com/photo/a-young-girls-writing-on-the-paper-8087872/ Finding the right early learning centre (ELC) is a major decision for any parent. The experiences and environment a child is exposed to in these formative years play a crucial role in shaping their future learning and social skills. Most Melbourne private ELCs often bring together a blend of structured learning, personalised attention, and a supportive community, but how do you know which one is the right fit for your little one? Teaching Approaches That Match Your Child’s Needs Not all ELCs follow the same approach when it comes to learning. Some are deeply rooted in Montessori principles, […] - TAGG - The Alternative Gig Guide

05/03/2025

New STI impacts 1 in 3 women: landmark study reveals men are the missing link - https://tooraktimes.com.au/?p=152867 - IMAGE: Lead authors of the study, Dr Lenka Vodstrcil and Professor Catriona Bradshaw. A landmark study reveals that bacterial vaginosis (BV), a condition affecting nearly a third of women worldwide and causing infertility, premature births and newborn deaths, is in fact a sexually transmitted infection (STI), paving the way for a revolution in how it is treated. Monash University and Alfred Health researchers at the Melbourne Sexual Health Centre say their findings, published today in the New England Journal of Medicine, hold the key to driving down stubborn and distressing recurrence rates of BV among women. Authors Professor Catriona Bradshaw and Dr […] - TOORAK TIMES

26/02/2025

A Couple Decides What To Have For Dinner - https://tagg.com.au/?p=259619 - Yes – the writer had to clear the script with his spouse before showing anyone else.“ I knew that when my wife came along she would immediately recognise the exact conversations we had had before. And other people have told me the same thing. In fact, the moment anyone just hears the title of the show, they immediately understand the universal themes of the play and start telling me their own horror stories of trying to make those small, daily decisions together while in a relationship.” & #8211; James Hazelden (writer, director) A married couple sit on a couch and try […] - TAGG - The Alternative Gig Guide

26/02/2025

JAMESON PRESENTS DISTILLED SOUNDS TOUR - https://tagg.com.au/?p=259605 - FEATURING KAIIT & KICKASS LINEUP OF LOCAL ARTISTS BRINGING TOGETHER MUSIC LOVERS AND WHISKEY AFICIONADOS FOR AN ENTIRE MONTH OF FREE MUSIC ACROSS SYDNEY, MELBOURNE, AUCKLAND AND MORE RSVP HERE MORE INFO HERE (AU) & HERE (NZ) Today, the world’s iconic Irish whiskey, Jameson, are celebrating the success of their inaugural Distilled Sounds music program by bringing a month of free music to Australia and New Zealand this March/April. Headlining two exclusive shows in Sydney and Melbourne is ARIA Award winner and Distilled Sounds alumni, Kaiit. If that wasn’t enough, Jameson are throwing a series of side shows across Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Wollongong, Auckland and Christchurch to showcase the most exciting local talent, guaranteeing an unforgettable experience for […] - TAGG - The Alternative Gig Guide

19/02/2025

Asia T**A 2025 opens in Melbourne [AUS] - https://tooraktimes.com.au/?p=152125 - Asia T**A (Asia-Pacific Triennial of Performing Arts) will welcome 410 artists and collectives from 17 countries across the Asia-Pacific, and the world, to showcase more than 1,000 individual performances and activations across 62 events. This year’s triennial also includes 18 world premieres and 18 new commissions at 20 venues and locations around Melbourne. Venues include, Fed Square Bunjil Place Arts Centre Melbourne Melbourne Recital Centre National Gallery of Victoria The University of Melbourne and Abbotsford Convent to name just a few. After a five-year hiatus, Asia T**A returns from 20 February – 10 March 2025 with an extraordinary program of […] - TOORAK TIMES

18/02/2025

Tesla’s Solar Roof & Powerwall: The Future of Home Energy? - https://tagg.com.au/?p=259339 - As Australia continues its transition towards renewable energy, homeowners are increasingly looking for smarter, more efficient ways to power their homes. Tesla, a company synonymous with innovation, has taken a bold step in revolutionising home energy solutions with its Solar Roof and Powerwall battery storage system. But is this the future of home energy? Let’s take a closer look. What is Tesla’s Solar Roof? Unlike traditional solar panels that sit atop your existing roof, Tesla’s Solar Roof is designed to replace it entirely. These high-performance solar tiles seamlessly integrate with your home’s architecture, capturing sunlight while maintaining a sleek aesthetic. […] - TAGG - The Alternative Gig Guide

16/02/2025

Field See and Mason at Melbourne Bowlo - https://tagg.com.au/?p=259230 - Field, See & Mason is a mini-Commonwealth of music. Lindsay Field (NZ), Sam See (Australia), and Glyn Mason (UK) have sung and played together and separately in some of Australia& #8217;s biggest acts over many years, having first teamed up in Brian Cadd& #8217;s band in Melbourne, Australia in 197Filed3. The trio’s years of friendship and love of singing together led to the creation of Field, See & Mason to showcase their distinct harmony blend, inventive acoustic rock guitar arrangements and high energy musical experience. - TAGG - The Alternative Gig Guide

12/02/2025

HANS ZIMMER LIVE – AUSTRALIAN TOUR 2025 - https://tagg.com.au/?p=258985 - - TAGG - The Alternative Gig Guide