Melbourne Victoria

A journey of music and dance - celebrating the vibrant multiculturalism of Hume. This year, the festival will feature an explosion of brilliant artists from the world of music, showcasing a multitude of musical genres and cultures. Experience the magic of song and the mystery of dance in a month long party of the senses, as we pay tribute to the exciting musical and cultural diversity of Hume City. Friday 17 July - Sunday 9 August, 2009

Brimbank Literary Festival supports local literary talent by providing workshops and a range of literary events across Brimbank along with the festival's Short Story and Poetry Awards. Highlights include special talks with guests such as children’s author Michael Wagner, and a great night of trivia hosted by Rod Quantock. September 1 to 13, 2009

The Independent Type: Books and Writing in Victoria is a free exhibition that celebrates Victoria’s rich and diverse written culture, highlighting the stories, the voices and the spirit of independence that have made our literature unique. State Library of Victoria until 25 October 2009

Australia’s past showcased in Great Collections at the Art Gallery of Ballarat, 25 July – 30 August 09. The Great Collections is drawn from the cultural collections of the Botanic Gardens Trust, the Australian Museum, the Art Gallery of New South Wales, the State Library of New South Wales, the Powerhouse Museum, the Museum of Contemporary Art, the Historic Houses Trust of New South Wales and State Records New South Wales. The exhibition has been organised by Museums & Galleries NSW and was three years in the making.