About Hallozween
Celebrating Halloween, the unexplained, and immersive dark culture in Australia
Hallozween is Australia’s home for Halloween culture, paranormal exploration, dark tourism, and all things deliciously creepy — with a thoughtful blend of history, community, and atmospheric storytelling.
Our story
Hallozween was founded in Melbourne by journalist Andrea Beattie after realising there was no dedicated Australian-centred resource for people who love Halloween and the broader Dark Arts culture. Ever since watching John Carpenter’s cult classic Halloween (1978) at the age of eight, Andrea’s fascination with the spooky season has grown into a platform for fans, creators, and curious explorers alike.
What we do
At Hallozween we:
Explore how Halloween is celebrated and interpreted in Australia
Publish guides on planning Halloween events, décor, costumes, rituals, and more
Share deep features on paranormal investigations and ghost hunting
Highlight haunted places and dark tourism experiences across Australia and beyond
Curate atmospheric stories and visual explorations that resonate with fans of horror, history, and mystery
Community & Collaboration
Hallozween began as a way to fill a local void, and today it’s a community for like-minded fans to connect, collaborate, and share ideas. Whether you’re here for history, planning tips, paranormal insights, or immersive events, you’re part of a growing network of enthusiasts.
Credibility & Experience
In addition to editorial content, Hallozween actively engages in paranormal investigations across Victorian sites like Black Rock House, MayDay Hills Asylum, Pentridge Prison, and Aradale Lunatic Asylum. These investigations, alongside expert contributions and real-world stories, inform the content you’ll find in our features and in the Hallozween Magazine.
Meet the team
While Andrea leads the editorial vision and content creation, Hallozween is powered by a tight-knit team of collaborators with deep interests in horror, culture and exploration. When not writing, Andrea can usually be found watching cult horror films with her loyal companion, Billy the Blue Heeler.
Join the inner circle
Hallozween is more than a site — it’s a community. Get early access to releases, exclusive stories, and subscriber-only content by joining the Hallozween Inner Circle. You can also connect with us on social media, share your own stories, or join discussions in our Facebook group.