An industry stalwart, Mary Mihelakos is one of the 2020 inductees into the Music Victoria Hall Of Fame.
What do you do?
I am a music fan who has been able to support herself in the Melbourne music scene for nearly 30 years.
Why do you do it?
I didn't have a plan or make any choices. I just followed my passion since I was young.
What do you love about the city you live in?
Melbourne – I love everything about this city especially the arts and music community.
Where did you go for your last holiday?
I usually travel to attend events and concerts. I honestly can't remember. Maybe Darwin and the NT last year.
What's your favourite item of clothing?
My black, hooded scarf which I recently lost. It cost me $1 from Dangerfield It Clearance 15 years ago.
What was your favourite TV show when you were a kid?
'The Muppets', 'Sweet and Sour', 'The Young Ones', The Beatles cartoon, 'HR Puff n Stuff', 'Here's Humphrey', 'The Partridge Family' and 'Countdown'.
If you could travel back in time for a day, where would you go?
Back to New York in 1994.
If we were coming over to your place, what would you cook us?
BREAKFAST is probably the meal I enjoy cooking the most, with a Mexican flair. So probably Huevos Rancheros, as I do love hot sauces.
What's the best lesson you've ever learned?
Say something nice or nothing at all.
Are you happy with your work/ life balance?
Since March 2020 it has been one, long holiday at home.
How do you define success?
No regrets.
What's your spirit animal?
I have never actually thought about this, maybe something like a wombat since I am a vegetarian – solitary and nocturnal.
