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Caulfield Cup 2026
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Sportsbet Caulfield Cup Day Saturday, 18 October 2026 Caulfield Racecourse It's the 149th edition of the Caulfield Cup. Caulfield Cup the world's richest turf handicap over 2400 meters...

Cox Plate Carnival 2026
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In 2026, the two-day Cox Plate Carnival will be held at Flemington Racecourse while Moonee Valley Racecourse is being renovated. Significant group one races in the Australian racing calendar - the...

Daylight Saving 2026/2027 | Starts
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This is a reminder to turn your clocks FORWARD one hour for the start of the 2026/2027 daylight saving period on Sunday 4th October 2026. Clocks are moved clockwise one hour from 2am to...

Heathcote Wine & Food Festival 2026
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Saturday 3rd October 2026 - Sunday 4th October 2026 @ Heathcote Showgrounds Heathcote Wine & Food Festival returns to the Heathcote Showgrounds, once again bringing wine to the people and people...

Main Street Mornington Festival 2026
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A family-friendly, free community event that attracts thousands of visitors each year to the iconic Main Street of Mornington. It showcases local produce, wine, food, art and music, while also...

Melbourne Fringe Festival 2026
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Tuesday 29th September 2026 - Sunday 18th October 2026* 3 massive weeks of comedy, cabaret, theatre and more! Melbourne Fringe lives and breathes the independent arts in one of Australia's...

Oktoberfest Melbourne 2026
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Dust off the dirndl and loosen up the lederhosen, Oktoberfest comes to town Oktoberfest brings all things Munich to Melbourne throughout October. Bars and restaurants across Melbourne...