MOULD x PINOT PALOOZA Melbourne

We Bystanders have been counting down the days for this one ever since we closed the doors on the old IBHQ. It’s been a hot minute since we threw a proper party with our neighbours. Safe to say, Melbourne, you reminded us exactly how it’s done. 

Across three wild, wine-soaked sessions, over 6,000 of you rolled through and kept us on our toes (and behind the bar). We flexed our “Go, Go Gadget” pour power, busted out some highly questionable octopus moves, and kept the good times flowing—all in the name of excellent wine and even better company. 

It was a joy to catch up, share a few nostalgic tales from HQ’s glory days, and drop some hints about what’s bubbling away behind the scenes for the next chapter of IB. 

By the final call on Saturday night, you’d done it. Every last drop of wine? Gone. Tasted, toasted, and totally demolished. We lost our voices (and maybe a few marbles) but gained one hell of a weekend, and a bunch of new mates. Best part? Nothing to lug back to the van. Win-win. 

Here’s the thing: Innocent Bystander was never about being seen—it’s always been about showing up. And show up, you did. Loud, proud, and ready to party. 

Same time next year? We’ll bring the wine. You bring the chaos.

Innocent Bystander. Born Different