Directed by Eleni Arbus, Independent Filmmaker on location in Melbourne, Australia Melbournes laneways have been transformed from narrow functional alleys to dynamic cultural spaces. This evolution is the result of a cultural awakening among the Melbournes creative entrepreneurs. Rather then working to block projects and control development, the city worked with private interests and artists to encourage the laneways progress. Trails of the City looks at the creation of the laneways from various perspectives; it illustrates how diverse groups aligned organically to generate these vibrant and eclectic spaces. Resources: CityLights & Until Never until-never.blogspot.com Melbourne Laneway Festival melbourne.lanewayfestival.com.au Lanes of Melbourne urbancreature.id.au City Laneways www.thatsmelbourne.com.au Bricoleururbanism www.bricoleurbanism.org Creative Spaces Melbourne: www.creativespaces.net.au Background: In October 2009 delegates from across Canada and beyond joined Artscape in Toronto for our thirdCreative Places + Spaces: The Collaborative City conference. In a packed two-day program inspirational keynote speakers and ground breaking projects made the case for the power of collaboration to solve complex multi dimensional challenges and to fuel innovation. www.creativeplacesandspaces.ca Over the next few months "The Campaign of Ideas: Video Knowledge Exchange" series will bring you a regular diet of conference highlights focusing on the major themes of the <b>...</b>

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Are You Looking at Me? Laneway Art Uncover the fascinating history and quiet beauty of Sydney's laneways, as you wander the network of these resonant city spaces. Nine contemporary artists selected by renowned curator Barbara Flynn challenge us to look at the potential of city lanes in a new way. Using art installations with projection, light, sound, text and imagery the artists reference the culture of our city and transform the spaces their works inhabit. The Bike Bike Marvel at the construction of this enormous 12 metre high Penny Farthing Bicycle, built from recycled bikes by artist Alasdair Nicol. Referencing our past and our future, The Bike Bike challenges us to think about Sydney transport, and its implications for our environment. With this issue now central to building greener cities, and the City's Bike Plan an important component of Sustainable Sydney 2030, this striking installation is not only an extraordinary work of art, but also timely and thought provoking. www.artandabout.com.au

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The second new song they played from their upcoming album. And yep, that's a cape Sam's wearing...and Liam Finn backing up the percussion! St Jerome's Laneway Festival, Britomart Square, Auckland, NZ (1 Feb, 2010)

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The first of two songs they played from their upcoming album. This was Warner's last show with TPF. :( (sorry that I didn't get the very beginning) St Jerome's Laneway Festival, Britomart Square, Auckland, NZ (1 Feb, 2010)

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"Follow the Orange Butterfly!!" - A Film by Gary Hazlitt, post launch of Melbourne Laneways in Second Life. Designed and built (in about 4 weeks!) by Gary Hazlitt and Benjo Zabelin of The Project Factory Machinimatography, avatanimation and editing by Gary Hazlitt. Mid rez 50MB version at www.muvedesign.com Starring iMonist Aabye as the butterfly and Kylie Wollongong as herself ;-) Project briefed and commissioned to the PROJECT FACTORY (www.theprojectfactory.com) by MultiMedia Victoria and Acumentum (spelt wrong on video - apologies). Currently situated on ABC Island in Second Life. more about the film at www.justvirtual.com

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Melbourne is not just about unique Australian wildlife, rolling winelands and fantastic beaches... the city centre is pretty awesome too! Geoff gets an insight in to the famed Laneways -- side streets that contain boutiques, coffee shops, street art and hidden secrets to discover. Fiona Sweetman knows the town like the back of her hand and runs Hidden Secrets tours allowing visitors to discover Melbourne through the eyes of a local.

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Generations of messy haired fans gathered for a Lo-Fi extravaganza on the stage at Laneways. Spiral Stairs leading the Melbourne based guys from Gersey put on a steaming set to match the summer heat in this region. Surprise called in guest was Andy Tulen on a short tour from London! Info at: www.lanewayfestival.com.au Images at: flickr.com

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From Sydney's sparkling harbour to the underwater wonderland at the Great Barrier Reef, follow ABC's Tina Malave as she journeys throughout Australia's iconic landscapes and cities

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Journalist and food blogger Ed Charles shares his views about wining and dining in the city, as well as some of his favourite epicurian hotspots hidden off the well-worn culinary paths

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Neon Natives features a selection of Australian animals against a diamond geometric patterned background which is a cultural identifier of the Kamilaroi people. Historically, shields and other objects would have been carved with this diamond motif design. Neon lights trace the outline of each animal, transforming the work at night. The native animal imagery references decorative kitsch found in Australiana souvenirs. Using spray paint, stencils and neon lighting, Rennie reworks and blurs the cultural and kitsch into a contemporary visual language, as an expression of the tension of contemporary Aboriginal connection to land and history. ARTIST BIOGRAPHY Born in Melbourne, Reko Rennie is a Kamilaroi/Gamilaraay/Gummaroi man. Rennie's art practice explores what it means to be an urban Aboriginal in contemporary Australian society. Drawing inspiration from his Aboriginal heritage, he recreates cultural images in a contemporary context using spray paint and stencils. His work often features the characteristic flora and fauna imagery that represents his community. Rennie is represented by Dianne Tanzer Gallery + Projects. For more information visit: thatsmelbourne.com.au

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White Boyz Can't Funk play at Cherry Bar's Soul Live night while we take you for a tour down Melbourne's most famous laneways. White Boyz Can't Funk - Sally www.melbmusic.com.au Copyright The City of Melbourne 2010

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Check out these specialists freestyling. Highlight of the festival for me.

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Melbourne's CBD has lots of little laneways and alleys. Some of them contain some greats bars and restaurants others are galleries for some amazing street art.

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Florence and the Machine played an awesome set at the Laneways Festival in Sydney, Jan 2010

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nzherald.co.nz entertainment editor Hugh Sundae chats with festival-goers at the Laneway Festival in Auckland's newly revamped Aotea Square.

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A short video of some Melbourne laneways

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Cut Off Your Hands - Let's Get Out Of Here at Laneway festival Auckland New Zealand 1/02/2010, Sorry about shitty camera work it was on a phone and in the crowd, it was amazing, go see them.

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Feb 24 2008 - Saw these guys when we went to grab beers at the Lounge. Luv em! "Don't Break My Heart"

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The xx Shelter at laneways feb 1, auckland 2010!

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Dorian Concept Live at the Laneways Festival Sydney 2009

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