Get the latest gossip

How the other half live! Inside the luxurious Birdcage where celebrities are treated with caviar bumps, endless French Champagne, and fine dining during the Melbourne Cup Carnival


The Melbourne Cup carnival is one of the most highly-anticipated events on the Australian social calendar.

Featuring chic black marble tables, VIP guests will be treated to the ultimate fine dining experience from Anthony Puharich, co-owner of meat purveyors Victor Churchill. A harpist duo will show off their talents live while hairstylist Joey Scandizzo and make-up artist Jade Kisnorbo will offer salon touch-ups to add to the relaxation feel. Thursday's opening featured live music from DJ Yo Mafia while TV presenter Lucia Hawley, who is the daughter of Nicole Kidman's sister Antonia, was also in attendance.

Get the Android app

Or read this on Daily Mail