
Tides & Transformation Exhibition: by Angelina Mirabito
‘Tides and Transformation’ features works by Angelina Mirabito and Samuel Galloway, alongside contributions from other local artists connected to the area, that respond to the unique character and layered history of Fishermans Bend — a landscape shaped by industry, erosion, and renewal.

No Bull Cause - PopUp Retail Shop (June)
No Bull Cause retail pop ups offer an opportunity to see and purchase unique upcycled and reimagined fashion products made by No Bull Cause at the Fishermans Bend Circular Design Collective.

Weaving Three Stories - Coil Weaving Workshop
Weaving Three Stories is a First Peoples-led workshop series in Fishermans Bend exploring culture, connection, and place through yarning and weaving. Join Workshop 2 on 21 June for storytelling, performances, and hands-on coil weaving.

Artist Talk: Gladstone Artist in Residence Reflections and Insights by ROMULUS
Join Angelina for a conversation about her time as artist in residence at the Gladstone — a space in transition that has offered fertile ground for exploration, connection, and reimagining what a gallery can be.

Art of Emotions: A Palette Knife Painting Workshop, by ROMULUS
How does art shape our experience of space? Texture and Colour in Spatial Design explores how contemporary abstract art transforms environments and deepens our connection to place. Part of Melbourne Design Week 2025 and supported by FB IDEAs.
Precious Plastic - School Holidays Workshop 1
Join Precious Plastics Melbourne for a fun and interactive school holiday workshop where kids can learn about plastic recycling. This free hands-on session introduces micro-recycling technology and explores the circular economy, inspiring young changemakers to take action on plastic waste.
Precious Plastic - School Holidays Workshop 2
Join Precious Plastics Melbourne for a fun and interactive school holiday workshop where kids can learn about plastic recycling. This free hands-on session introduces micro-recycling technology and explores the circular economy, inspiring young changemakers to take action on plastic waste.

Weaving Three Stories - Emu Feather flower making Workshop
Weaving Three Stories returns for its third workshop in Fishermans Bend, led by First Peoples to foster intercultural connection through storytelling and creative practice. Join this hands-on emu feather flower-making session alongside art, ceremony, and shared reflections on caring for Country.

Tides & Transformation Writing For Wellbeing Workshop by ROMULUS
How does art shape our experience of space? Texture and Colour in Spatial Design explores how contemporary abstract art transforms environments and deepens our connection to place. Part of Melbourne Design Week 2025 and supported by FB IDEAs.

Tides & Transformation - Exhibition Launch
Join us to celebrate the launch of ‘Tides and Transformation’ , featuring works by Angelina Mirabito and Samuel Galloway, alongside contributions from other local artists connected to the area, that respond to the unique character and layered history of Fishermans Bend — a landscape shaped by industry, erosion, and renewal.

Unlock Your Creativity: Emotions on Canvas workshop
Join artist Angelina Mirabito for a nurturing and expressive palette knife painting workshop that invites you to transform emotion into bold, textured art.

Weaving Three Stories - Dilly Bag Weaving Workshop
Weaving Three Stories fosters belonging through yarning and weaving workshops led by First Peoples. Held in changing communities like Fishermans Bend, the project deepens appreciation of First Peoples' culture by weaving stories of place and connection. Open to all including children 10+, it invites the broader community to engage in intercultural dialogue.

Angelina Mirabito Workshop: Monochrome Painting with Pallet Knives
Join The Gladstone’s Artist in Residence Angelina Mirabito for a Design Week workshop exploring monochrome painting as a powerful expression of emotion and meaning.

No Bull Cause - PopUp Retail Shop (May)
No Bull Cause retail pop ups offer an opportunity to see and purchase unique upcycled and reimagined fashion products made by No Bull Cause at the Fishermans Bend Circular Design Collective.

After Exhibition | Melbourne Design Week
Part of Melbourne Design Week, From Waste to Worth showcases bold, circular design using reclaimed textiles—proving that sustainability and innovation go hand in hand. Supported by FB IDEAs, this exhibition invites you to explore how Australia’s textile waste can become a foundation for a more creative, conscious future.

From Waste to Worth: Turning Textile Waste into Opportunity | Melbourne Design Week
Part of Melbourne Design Week, From Waste to Worth showcases bold, circular design using reclaimed textiles—proving that sustainability and innovation go hand in hand. Supported by FB IDEAs, this exhibition invites you to explore how Australia’s textile waste can become a foundation for a more creative, conscious future.

Novel Natures – Panel | Melbourne Design Week
Explore how design and ecology intersect to reimagine urban waterways at Novel Natures, the opening event of the Novel Futures exhibition. Join a thought-provoking panel and enjoy exhibition viewing with refreshments before and after. This is a Melbourne Design Week 2025 event.

Texture & Colour in Spatial Design - Melbourne Design Week Exhibition
How does art shape our experience of space? Texture and Colour in Spatial Design explores how contemporary abstract art transforms environments and deepens our connection to place. Part of Melbourne Design Week 2025 and supported by FB IDEAs.

Made by robots: Prototype of a more-than-human habitat | Melbourne Design Week
Featuring as part of Melbourne Design Week, this in-situ prototype—robotically fabricated from tree cut-offs—explores more-than-human habitats for native bees and insects. The project reimagines urban design at Fishermans Bend through biodiversity networks and regenerative, non-human-centred approaches.

Novel Futures - Exhibition | Melbourne Design Week
The upcoming Novel Futures Exhibition, supported by FB IDEAs, presents early-stage concepts for novel habitats envisioned for future deployment across Fishermans Bend, as part of Melbourne Design Week 2025.

FB IDEAs Hub Grow Community - Heliotope
FB IDEAs and Heliotope invite you to Grow Community—a conversation with architect Jane Caught on building a regenerative practice within the current construction system. Hear how Heliotope is trialling circular materials and place-based strategies in Fishermans Bend.

Artist Talk: Illuminating Perspectives – Light in Art and Storytelling
Join The Gladstone’s Artist in Residence Angelina Mirabito and filmmaker Sam Galloway for an intimate discussion on the power of light in art and storytelling—how it shapes perception, evokes emotion, and reveals deeper narratives.

Mother’s Day Painting Workshop with Angelina Mirabito
This Mother’s Day, join The Gladstone’s Artist in Residence, Angelina Mirabito, for a reflective, hands-on workshop exploring the meaning of motherhood through art.

No Bull Cause Think Tank #1
Join No Bull Cause for a monthly think-tank to reimagine waste and contribute to new products being developing during the Residency at the Fishermans Bend Circular Design Collective.

Creative Engineering Industry Collaboration
Join us for an innovative showcase by Pelican Studios, Siemens Mobility, and FB IDEAs. Learn more about the the Mira Solar Flower, a public art installation blending art and engineering. Hear insights from Pelican Studios and Siemens Mobility on collaborative cross-industry innovation.

No Bull Cause x Ctrl Plus Silk Screen Workshop
Join No Bull Cause and RMIT’s Communication design club to learn how No Bull Cause reimaging fashion is created. Bring your own, previously unwanted clothes and choose your own designs to turn unwanted clothes to one-off designs.

Australian Cleantech Showcase
FB IDEAs is proud to support the Australian Cleantech Showcase, a key event highlighting the latest in clean technology innovation. With over 50 demonstrations, keynotes from industry leaders, and opportunities to connect with 500+ attendees, this event celebrates sustainability and innovation.

Painting with Palette Knives - Expressive Painting Techniques Workshop
Join The Gladstone’s Artist in Residence, Angelina Mirabito, for a hands-on workshop exploring the expressive power of palette knife painting. Experiment with texture, colour, and movement to create a bold, personal artwork.

Port Melbourne Womens Business After Hours
Join Visit Port Melbourne and Susuro Wines for the inaugural Women’s Business After Hours event, designed to empower and connect entrepreneurs and business leaders in Port Melbourne.

Port Melbourne Business After Hours
Join the Port Melbourne Business After Hours, hosted by VisitPortMelbourne. Each month, network and collaborate at a new venue, kicking off with with Susuro Wines in September.

Nature Fest on the Birrarung
We are thrilled to be supporters of the Westgate Park Open Day, by Westgate Biodiversity. This free, family-friendly event us a perfect opportunity to explore the hidden natural gem in our backyard.

10th International Quantum Game Jam
We are thrilled to support the Australian node of the 10th International Quantum Game Jam at Fishermans Bend!

Startup Factory Workshop
Join our partners at Space Tank for a workshop in Fishermans Bend, designed to bring together key stakeholders to discuss the challenges, needs, and opportunities for the emerging Startup Factory.

Fishermans Bend Digital Innovation Challenge 2024 Pitch Night
From 33 creative and tech-based ideas, three have emerged as frontrunners for the 2024 Fishermans Bend Digital Innovation Challenge. Hear more about these bold and brave tech-based ideas at the upcoming Pitch Night!

Prototyping the Future
Prototyping is at the heart of innovation. As a mindset for experimentation and an integral part of an iterative design process, join us to explore how prototyping is shaping the future of Fishermans Bend.

Regenerating the ecology of Fishermans Bend
Combining ecology with design is essential for realising the vision to make Fishermans Bend environmentally sustainable. Join us to explore the why, how, what and where behind turning the vision into reality.

Investing for Impact: Opportunities for Fishermans Bend
In partnership with Breakthrough Victoria, we are delighted to host a panel discussion to hear about the opportunities for investment to generate positive impact for Fishermans Bend, Victoria and beyond.

Fishermans Bend Digital Innovation Challenge Launch
Join the City of Melbourne and the Victorian Government for the launch of the 2024 Fishermans Bend Digital Innovation Challenge, ‘A regenerative city’.

Fishermans Bend End of Year Networking Event
In collaboration with Fishermans Bend Business Forum, we invite you to join us for an end of year networking event to celebrate 2023 and make connections to seed collaborations for 2024.