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Melbourne’s original trams
Before electric trams were introduced in Melbourne in the early 20th century, the city had an extensive system of cable trams.
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East Melbourne at work
East Melbourne in the past was generally regarded as a purely residential suburb with little commercial or industrial activity except for the large and very visible enterprises of the Bedggood shoe factory in Jolimont and the Victoria Brewery in Victoria Parade.
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The new age of promo items
Whether it’s a cheap pen, a cap, or a fidget spinner, most of us have received a promotional item at some point in our lives.
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My barista is a cavoodle
We can’t say that we didn’t know what we were doing. We might have stopped the tide of irresistibleness that inundated our locked-down lives.
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Cool hero rides an American storm
America is the place of ultimate cool – placing high value on the valueless – and of ultimate shame – placing no value on the invaluable.
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Who do you love the most and why?
“I love my wife the most, just because she’s an amazing woman who I enjoy spending my life with.”
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The wonder of wildlife
I’ve been thinking a lot about habitat lately. Maybe it’s because we’re all spending so much more time at home. A habitat is home, a home for wildlife.
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From the Whoniverse to Carlton
After receiving her as an 18th birthday present, Amelia has been inseparable from her beloved terrier-cross Clara.
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The value of staying put
Bar owner and writer Emily Bitto is a bit of a towering presence in the vivacious culture of Lygon St.
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Forza Italia: A melting pot of Italian culture
From humble beginnings as a small store in Perth, Forza Italia has blossomed into an iconic Lygon St institution and Australia’s largest Italian megastore.
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Jolimont and repatriation
Carlton residents fight back against “dangerous” development
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