Renovations to Metro Apartments Bank Place Nearing Completion

Metro Hospitality Group will shortly complete major renovations to its boutique Melbourne property, Metro Apartments Bank Place, in a bid to maintain its reputation for providing stylish yet affordable inner city accommodation.

Commencing in September 2012, with completion towards the end of May 2013, the renovations include the installation of new kitchens and bathrooms in all apartments as well as new lighting, carpeting and furnishings.

According to George Bedwani, Chief Operating Officer of Metro Hospitality Group, this particular property continues to defy the economic climate, maintaining strong occupancy despite a downturn in leisure and corporate travel to Melbourne over the last few years.

“The Apartments are very popular and enjoy significant repeat business, largely due to their central location and competitive rates,” he said.

Metro Apartments on Bank Place attracts leisure and corporate interstate visitors, as well as the regional Victorian leisure market. The Apartments also appeal to Melbournians looking for unique weekend accommodation for the opportunity to experience the vibrant soul of their own city.

The Apartments are located in a unique 100-year old Victorian building complete with rough hewn bluestone façade, in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD.  The chic exterior and surrounds are complimented by the interior’s understated style, quality furnishings and fittings.

The 46 studio and one-bedroom apartments all feature Queen sized beds, contemporary furniture and sleek grey and glass ensuites.  The suites include a fully equipped kitchen and laundry so guests can self-cater.

A hallmark of all Metro Hospitality Group properties, a popular central city location ensures guests are within easy walking distance of Melbourne’s attractions and business districts. Nearby trams and train stations allow guests to easily navigate Melbourne’s outer suburbs.

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André Rieu to Tour Australia - The Waltz Tour Goes On

Violin master André Rieu, one of the best-selling live acts in the world, is delighted to announce he is returning to Australia with a brand new show in October 2013. Called "And The Waltz Goes On Tour", the tour is named after his successful album on which he collaborated with Sir Anthony Hopkins. Rieu will perform in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth.

Billboard ranked his 2011 tour as the 9th highest grossing tour of the year, just behind Lady Gaga. He has broken all classical concert records, packing stadiums and arenas with more than 700,000 adoring fans each year. Rieu has sold over 32 million albums globally and received 330 platinum awards for his albums. With his natural charisma, Rieu conducts his 60-piece Johann Strauss Orchestra and plays his 1732 Stradivarius violin to create a celebratory atmosphere.

"Every night when I play around the whole world, I see with my own eyes what the waltz does with the audience. People get out of their seats and waltz in the aisles spontaneously. They sing, they smile and for a moment they forget all their worries and are happy. That is why this tour is an ode to the waltz!" says André Rieu.

As always, the maestro and his orchestra will perform beautiful waltzes on this tour, but the concerts are much more than that. From famous Viennese operettas to film scores, spirituals to musicals, and from folk songs to marches; Rieu's concerts are a perfect mix of thrilling, romantic, festive and emotional melodies combined with surprises, balloons, beautiful soloists and of course Rieu's great sense of humor.

So far, 2012 has been a hugely successful year for the violinist. Rieu gave a record breaking series of 30 sold-out concerts in Sao Paulo, Brazil. He won a Classic BRIT award for his album "And The Waltz Goes On" and is nominated for a prestigious Mexican Luna award. With his first tour in Brazil Rieu reached the #1 position in Pollstar’s Box Office Chart of highest grossing tours in July. Leaving behind artist like Lady Gaga, Bruce Springsteen, Radiohead, Coldplay, Celine Dion, The Black Keys and Pearl Jam.

TOUR DATES*:

Sat 12 Oct - Brisbane Entertainment Centre
Wed 16 Oct - Allphones Arena Sydney
Sat 19 Oct - Rod Laver Arena Melbourne
Wed 23 Oct - Adelaide Entertainment Centre
Tue 29 Oct - Perth Arena
*Ticketek is selling for the above venues only.

Supafest 2013 - Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne & Perth

Chase Records is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated line-up for Supafest 4.

Garnered as one of the biggest urban music festivals in the world, Supafest has successfully delivered over 25 international urban and hip-hop superstars over the last 4 years. 2013 sees the legendary TI performing in Australia for the very first time, along with R&B icon Ne-Yo, Supafest favourite Akon and hip-hop legend 50 Cent.

Joining them are J. Cole, Young Jeezy, Waka Flocka, DJ Unk, Mindless Behaviour and Kevin McCall, who are all making their Australian debut for Supafest.

Supafest Tour Dates:

Perth Arena 25th April

Sydney ANZ Stadium 26th April

Melbourne Flemmington Racecourse 27th April

Brisbane RNA Showgrounds 28th April

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Liverpool FC v Melbourne Victory

Liverpool FC will make history this summer by visiting Australia for the first time as part of their 2013 pre-season tour presented by Standard Chartered. The Reds will take on Melbourne Victory, one of the most successful clubs in the A-League, on Wednesday July 24 at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground.

To follow Liverpool FC and receive ticket news and tour updates, visit www.lfctour.com
Ticket Limit is 10 per customer.

Liverpool FC KOP / Active Area is available to Liverpool supporters only and must be purchased during the presale.

Melbourne Victory FC Active Area is available to Melbourne Victory members only and must be purchased during the member presale.

*Important Information regarding Active Areas: Active Areas are designed for active supporters who are extra passionate and vocal in support of their team.

By purchasing in the active areas, you should already be familiar with active support from Melbourne Victory home games and that standing and prolonged chant participation is expected.

Advance purchase available today here