Want to give a gift this Christmas that will also help Melbourne businesses and organisations get back on their feet after another tough year of lockdowns, border closures and homeschooling? | henriettacook
It’s been a long time between drinks for many Melburnians.
The cancellation of craft markets during the pandemic delivered a major blow to the income streams of hundreds of local makers and designers. Many of these artists also struggled to access studios, kilns and materials. Ceramic works start from $15 for a butter dish, while simple stud earrings will set you back $60 and a pair of handcrafted stainless-steel butter knives cost $160.Meg White , Caitlin Dullard and Liz Jones outside the newly rebuilt La Mama Theatre in Carlton. Photo: Scott McNaughtonLa Mama Theatre in Carlton will rise from the ashes this weekend, three years after a fire destroyed the much-loved venue.
“Buying tickets or vouchers is direct income that supports and enables artists to do their work,” Ms Dullard said.The Luna Park facade in St Kilda is being cleaned before the grand re-opening.It’s been a rollercoaster of a year for popular attractions including Melbourne’s Luna Park which have had to close their doors to tourists, locals and school groups.
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