Title: 2009 Snow Train - Steamrail VictoriaLocation: Mt St Gwinear, VictoriaLink out: Click hereDescription: Come along for our annual trip to the Snowfields of Mount Saint Gwinear. About the train: Fully Restored by Steamrail as part of Victoria’s important rail heritage and is fully authentic, not a recreation. Our fleet of heritage steam
locomotives date from [...]
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Well hello there…
I am being wooed by a journalist who has been commissioned to write an article on all things steampunk for some major newspapers.
She asks, if I could assemble some Melbourne Steampunks for her to talk to. “Could I!!” say I. “This Friday!” says she…
“Hmm. Rather short notice”, say I, “but I’ll see what [...]
Fiend Magazine Issue #18 - The Steampunk Issue is now available instore @ Wildilocks & now online from the webstore too! Tons of awesome stuff and of course, featuring a variety of articles on various aspects of Steampunk, including an interview with Doctor Steel, our very own The Tenth Stage, the delectable Kate O’Brien’s lush [...]
13
Jul
Melbourne Open House
Title: Melbourne Open House
Location: Melbourne
Link out: Click here
Description: On Sunday 19 July from 10am - 5pm, Melbourne Open House (MOH) will provide access to explore 32 of Melbourne’s buildings for FREE. Many of these interiors and spaces are not usually accessible to the public, so take this unique chance to see what’s beyond the facade.
Start [...]
Look at the gorgeous, gorgeous venue we’ve been able to secure…
The decor has been described as “Old Shanghai opium den meets English drawing room and makes wild passionate love. Think Chesterfields, Klimt prints, carved screens and brocade covered walls.”
There’s an extensive cocktail and tapas menu for your enjoyment.
Places are strictly limited, so don’t tarry, pick [...]
Well! A glorious evening was had by everyone from all accounts, I have at this stage still only got photos from my own camera-phonic device, but hoping for some more to come out of the woodwork eventually- but these should give a bit of an idea of the fun we had! Click on an image [...]
28
May
Steampunkerie
Title: Steampunkerie
Location: Chi Lounge, 195 Little Bourke St Melbourne
Link out: Click here
Description: An evening of cocktails and conversation to delight the senses. Melbourne’s Steampunk Night-Club welcomes you!
Start Time: 21:00
Date: 2009-06-20
Look at the gorgeous, gorgeous venue we’ve been able to secure…
The decor has been described as “Old Shanghai opium den meets English drawing room and makes [...]
Title: Victorian Era Festival [ACT]Location: Canberra, ACTLink out: Click hereDescription: Journey back through time to a simpler era during our Victorian Festival on 2-5 October 2009.
Experience the art, history, and romance of the 19th century amid Canberra\’s historic suburbs and tree-lined streets.
The Festival begins with a welcome evening on Friday and continues throughout the long [...]
23
May
Last call for Queen’s Birthday Eve Dinner Voyage tickets - 24 hours remaining for ticket sales!
Last call, last call! There’s only 24 hours left to book for the illustrious Queen’s Birthday Eve Dinner Voyage! We’ve got a complement of dashing proportions already on board, but there are still a few seats available. We know in these harder economic and wintry times that it’s a stretch for some, but we refuse [...]
23
May
Sydney Tweed Ride [NSW]
Title: Sydney Tweed Ride [NSW]Location: Start from the Sydney Town Hall, 483 George St, SydneyLink out: Click hereDescription: Sydney Tweed Ride
Queen\’s Birthday Long Weekend, Sunday 7th June
Dapper or Ladylike Tweed Attire to be Worn.
Meet Sydney Town Hall 8am for 9am Start. Prizes for Best Dressed Male, Female and Child (under 12).
This is an unsupported ride, [...]