Melbourne Weekender

Melbourne Weekender is an Australian travel and lifestyle show featuring various locations in Melbourne and Victoria, and showing destinations and experiences which can be enjoyed on a weekend. The weekly, half-hour program is produced by Seven Productions.

History

The series made its debut in 2005, gracing screens every Saturday at 5.30pm. Initially hosted by Peter Mitchell, then later transitioned to Jo Silvagni. Produced by Dreampool Productions, the show showcased a dynamic roster of hosts exploring a multitude of themes ranging from gardening, pet care, and home improvement to fishing, boating, dining, entertainment, and recommendations for family outings across Melbourne.

In June 2015, the show returned to air with host Cameron Ling and a team of reporters. A revival in 2019 was titled "The Great Weekend" and was presented by Jane Bunn, Brian Taylor, Jack Riewoldt, Brooke Hogan and Pete Lazer. In November 2019, the Seven Network announced the show had been cancelled with final episodes screening in early 2020.

In April 2024, Seven Network revived Melbourne Weekender with a new presenting team consisting of Nicky Buckley, Gary Mehigan, Bonnie Anderson, Brad Hodge, Jane Bunn, Sonia Marinelli and Abbey Holmes. The show will begin airing from 14 April 2024 in a 5.30pm timeslot.

Presenters

Current

• Jane Bunn
• Bonnie Anderson
• Gary Mehigan
• Nicky Buckley
• Sonia Marinelli
• Abbey Holmes

Past

• Cameron Ling
• Katrina Warren - pets and animals
• Matthew Richardson
• Erica Davis
• Bree Laughlin
• Jade Robran
• Russell Gilbert

• Cindy Sargon
• Kayne Tremills
• Peter Mitchell - entertainment
• Mel Kotsos - families
• Andrew Laidlaw - gardens
• Arni Sleemen - dining
• Reuben Buchanan - health and fitness
• Andrew Morley

See also

• Sydney Weekender
• Queensland Weekender
• WA Weekender
• SA Weekender

External links

• Official site
• Seven Network
• Dreampool Productions
• Dreampool Digital