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Mission Nepal Documentary Pre-Screening
Sat, Dec 5, 5:00 AMYou are warmly invited to an exclusive pre-screening of *The Mission Nepal Documentary*, a powerful film that honors faith, resilience, and God's unconditional love in action. This limited-engagement evening is thoughtfully designed for those who desire to step into their calling, serve others, and bring hope to a world facing unprecedented crisis. Set against the waterside skyline at Melbourne's Summit Club on South Wharf, the night blends purposeful connection with a gourmet four-course Nepalese dinner and dessert. **The Program & Experience** * Support for Nepal Going Forward. Never losing sight of this effort's purpose, you will learn what your support has done and what we are committed to accomplishing going forward. * Behind the Lens: Gain exclusive insight from the Executive Producers, William Owens of Mission Love World and Dr. Sambridhi Adhikari of Mission Nepal, along with lead Videographer Henry Leung, as they discuss what it took to capture this mandate as a documentary and to do so within a tight time frame. * Frontline Insights: Hear directly from Dr. Sambridhi Adhikari about her emergency medical outreach to flood-isolated communities from October 18 to November 8. We'll also announce a special guest speaker soon. * Community Reflections: The program features heartfelt comments from friends and family. * Fellowship & Impact: The feature screening will be followed by an interactive Q&A, an active fundraiser, live music, poetry, and meaningful networking with like-minded leaders. * What's Next. From presenting the documentary in theaters in Melbourne, throughout Australia, and to Film Festivals, we will share with you the vision of taking the message of what the unconditional love of God looks like. **Event Details** * Date: Saturday, December 5, 2026 * Time: Doors open at 5:00 PM \(VIP: 4:00 PM\) \| Film starts promptly at 5:45 PM * Location: The Summit Club, South Wharf, Melbourne * Attire: Formal (Media and a professional photographer will be present) With the intimate dinner format, seating is strictly limited. We welcome you to bring an open heart and join us in celebrating a love that translates into action. Speakers **Dr. Sambridhi Adhikari -** *Co-Founder, Mission Nepal / Executive Producer.* A Nepali-Australian medical doctor and missionary, driven by a deep, heartfelt commitment to serving in austere environments and among vulnerable patient communities. Dr. Sambridhi is preparing to go to Nepal in October to provide medical disaster relief for the Bhotekoshi flash flood response. Her clinical work covers a broad spectrum of care, including general and integrative medicine, skin cancer medicine, sexual health medicine, urgent and acute care, refugee and asylum seeker health, correctional care, and expedition & field medicine. Her clinical experience, combined with a genuine passion for humanity, gives her the privilege of bringing meaningful change to vulnerable communities in need, whether she's in the field or caring for patients in Australia. **William Owens -** *Co-Founder, Mission Love World Executive Producer* A prolific author of 16 books, 3 of which are poetry, William brings a diverse background within the media arena. With 30-plus years in the publishing industry, working with books, magazines, newspapers, and specialized periodicals, he has created and curated a range of projects and products from concept to market. William has worked with Dr. Sambridhi to bring her calling into tangible expression at every level and is moved with compassion to ensure her message captures the world's attention. He is motivated by God-focused endeavors that demonstrate God's love and redemption offered to all men through Jesus Christ. **Henry Leung** - *Videographer and Editor.* Henry is a Melbourne-based indie filmmaker whose work bridges the gap between scientific rigour and human-centric storytelling. With a foundation in biomedical sciences and an Honours background in neuroprotective research, Henry spent several years as a health researcher before transitioning to full-time production. As the driving force behind Nebula Media Group, he brings a uniquely analytical and empathetic lens to his craft. He has directed and produced visual campaigns for a diverse roster of clients across the corporate, hospitality, and healthcare sectors, while continually honing his narrative voice through indie projects. This screening marks the first feature-length documentary he has produced entirely independently, and he is deeply grateful for the opportunity to share this work. **Piyush Kayestha** - *Nepali Videographer.* I am a filmmaker, cinematographer, drone operator, editor, and director with 24 years behind the camera, editing and directing. I worked across films, music videos, and documentaries—directing and shooting more than 100 music videos and telling stories that range from the Potter of Everest to children living in orphanages, street children, and the aftermath of Nepal’s 2015 earthquake. Including documentaries for various Christian ministries and institutions. I have technical craft in human-centered storytelling. **Tommy Flores -** \*Video Editor, Behind-the-Scenes. \*Born in the Philippines, 26-year-old Tommy Drix Flores Sabaduquia transformed his passion for video editing from a 2015 hobby into a professional career by 2020. Overcoming the challenges of a disadvantaged background, he now uses his success to fulfill what he considers a God-given mission, dedicating his talents to fund annual charity work and feeding programs for children in need.
Filmonik Meetup and screening #133
Tue, Nov 24, 7:00 AMFilmonik Melbourne is an open filmmaking group with monthly open-screen screenings. It's like an open mic, but for films. Meet at Eclipse on Tuesday November 24 for our 133rd screening. It's our 13-year proven mix of immediate, spontaneous, crafty, fun, inventive and weird short films. You should expect comedies, a bit of drama, animation from time to time, there's generally one suspense/thriller, the occasional music video, some quick and fun trashy comedy, horror or documentary. Most times we don't even know what will be playing. Films are generally under 8 minutes to keep things fast paced and fun, followed by a QA with the director to hear about the process. Enjoy the networking, meet the artisans, recruit for your next short film, hang out. **DETAILS:** Admission $13+fees = $13.83. Tickets at the door if still available ($15 cash exact change, or Square) FILMS UNRATED (18+ by default). Content may offend. TUESDAY NOVEMBER 24 6PM at Eclipse Cinema 32 Wellington Street, Collingwood. Tickets at https://events.humanitix.com/filmonik-133-open-screen-short-films This is an accessible venue, DDA-compliant. 5:45pm to chat and network in lobby. 6pm getting inside cinema, getting ready. We start the films at 6:15pm at the latest. Eclipse is Licensed to serve a range of quality wines & craft beers and has homemade Choc Tops, popcorn or sweets. **FILMMAKERS:** Our open-screen gets pretty popular these days so the best practice is submitting in advance at filmonik.com.au/submit-your-film or [info@filmonik.com.au](mailto:info@filmonik.com.au) and we can reserve you a spot in the program. Films under 5 minutes get close-to-automatic entry, 5-10 minutes films are scheduled first-come first-serve until the allocated time is full. Anything over 10 minutes goes into a queue and gets held up until there's a quiet month, with quality control applying to these films. A QA with the host follows each film. Organize your own premiere with us or run a cheeky pre-premiere of your festival film. Guidelines here: filmonik.com.au/how-to-screen. There are no submission fees, but everyone is asked to buy a ticket as explained in our [Entry Fee Disclaimer.](https://filmonik.com.au/entry-fee-disclaimer/) Filmonik is part of the worldwide Kino movement active in 30+ cities around the world since 1999 but we're fully autonomous, fully Aussie.
Reel Rock 20 Film Tour at The Astor Theatre
Tue, Nov 24, 7:30 AMJoin me for a night of climbing films at one of Melbourne's most beautiful old cinemas. Reel Rock is the climbing world's big annual film night, and this one is the 20th edition — big walls, hard projects, and a very enthusiastic crowd that tends to cheer at the screen. The 2026 program lists four films: Colin Haley on a winter solo push on Cerro Torre, Michaela Kiersch chasing the 5.15 and V15 double, adaptive climbers Ben Mayforth and Mo Beck, and Olympic champion Janja Garnbret on Bibliographie. Eventbrite lists the runtime as about 2 hours 30 minutes. We'll meet outside the doors of The Astor Theatre at 6:30pm, say hello, then head in together around 6:40pm to find seats before the films start at 7:00pm. Look out for me near the entrance on Chapel Street. This is a casual social meetup so we can go along together — it isn't run by, affiliated with, or endorsed by Reel Rock Film Tour, Adventure Entertainment, or The Astor Theatre. Please book your own ticket directly through the links below; an RSVP here isn't a ticket and doesn't include entry. **Who this is for** * Climbers of any level — boulderers, gym regulars, trad nerds, rope-gun wannabes * Anyone who just likes a good adventure documentary; no climbing experience needed * People who'd rather watch it with a group than on their own * Coming solo is completely fine — plenty of people do, and it's an easy one to turn up to by yourself **Links** * Meetup start point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/No6BF4VM1phPS94B8 * Tickets (Eventbrite): https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/reel-rock-20-film-tour-melbourne-tickets-1993928137735 * Reel Rock 20: https://www.reelrockfilmtour.com/home/au/ * 2026 program: https://www.reelrockfilmtour.com/program/2026-program/ **Timeline** * 6:30pm – Meet at the doors of The Astor Theatre and say hello * 6:40pm – Head inside and get seated * 7:00pm – Films start * 9:30pm – Films end and the meetup finishes **Tickets / cost** * You book and pay for your own ticket through the Eventbrite link above. * Ticket types and prices are set by the organiser and change over time — check Eventbrite for what's currently available. Early bird tickets are cheaper while they last. * Please book ahead. Reel Rock nights are popular and can sell out, and an RSVP here doesn't hold a seat for you. * Eventbrite lists this as a no-refunds event, so double-check the date before you buy. **Transport** * The Astor Theatre is at 1 Chapel Street, St Kilda, on the corner of Chapel Street and Dandenong Road. * Trams run along both Chapel Street and Dandenong Road, and Windsor station is a short walk away. * If you're driving, it's street parking in the surrounding streets — check the signs, and allow extra time to find a spot. **Bring** * Your ticket (on your phone is fine) * A jacket — evenings can be cool and the theatre can be too * Cash or card if you want snacks or a drink from the candy bar **Expect** * Difficulty: none, it's a cinema * Pace: relaxed — arrive, sit, watch * Vibe: friendly and a bit rowdy, in a good way * Group style: come and go as you please; we meet at the doors and sit together if seating allows **Important notes** * Please arrive by 6:30pm if you'd like to sit with the group. We'll head in at 6:40pm and can't wait around once the films start. * Seating depends on your ticket and how full the session is, so sitting together isn't guaranteed. * Times, films, and the program are set by the organiser and could change — the Reel Rock and Eventbrite pages are the source of truth. * Follow The Astor's house rules and staff instructions, and please be considerate of others during the screening. * If your plans change, please update your RSVP so the numbers stay clear for everyone.
Movie Night at the R.Iconic Cinema - Howl's Moving Castle
Sat, Nov 21, 6:30 AMJoin us for a night at the movies with Studio Ghibli's beloved *Howl's Moving Castle*! Showtime is at **6pm** with a runtime of 2 hours, and we will begin greeting people in the lobby at 5:30pm. Feel free to bring any vegan snacks and drinks you want to share or keep for yourself. The cinema has a small fridge and little tables spread throughout, as well as cleaning supplies for any spills. I will plan to have both English and Japanese audios available depending on audience preference. [Howl's Moving Castle Trailer](https://youtu.be/iwROgK94zcM?si=GgSaQQlO7UhEjpZx)
COMICS FESTIVAL SHOWCASE
Tue, Nov 10, 8:30 AMThey have made regular appearances on Rove Live, 9am with David & Kim , Spicks and Specks, The Glass House, Thank God You're Here, The Project, & Good News Week We have a VIP Guest list under "MEET UP" with our own private tables this is where we will meet. We can meet for dinner before hand at 7pm or just for drinks at 7.30pm just before the show. Friends and family are also welcome to put their hand up for tickets. Plenty of parking. Tickets are $5 (Normally $15) pay at the door on arrival.
Free Pranic Healing Treatments
Fri, Nov 13, 11:00 PMYou are invited to join us at our Free Pranic Healing Clinic for wellbeing on Saturday 14th November between 10am - 1pm, at Calma Spa & Skin Clinic, Armadale. The treatment is designed to support your wellbeing by increasing relaxation, reducing stress and to experience the benefits of Pranic Healing, a non touch energy treatment. Benefits may include: · Reduction / removal of aches and pains · Reduction of stress and anxiety · Increased happiness Connect with like-minded individuals who share a passion for health, well-being, and using the power of energy to improve your life. Through healing and techniques you can balance and restore your energy, which may result in improved overall well-being. Pop in any time throughout the clinic time for a free mini treatment. Don't miss this opportunity to explore the fascinating world of energy healing with us! For more details visit: www.phwn.com.au Inquiries welcome, email: info@phwn.com.au
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