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trendsdresscom · 4 years

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Swimsuit-clad revellers defy coronavirus advice by flocking to beach in heat

Hundreds of swimsuit-clad revellers have continued to defy coronavirus social-distancing advice by choosing to sun themselves on the beach instead of stay at home.

Britain is currently on a nationwide lockdown, which prevents anyone from leaving their home for anything other than essential reasons.

Strict measures have been imposed across the world, including Australia, where all libraries, museums, galleries, beauty salons, tattoo parlours, shopping centre food courts, auctions, open houses, amusement parks, arcades, indoor and outdoor play centres, swimming pools are closed.

On Monday, bars, pubs, nightclubs and restaurants were added to the list, with eaters and cafes restricted to providing takeaway only.

The beach was pictured packed full of men and women lounging around in the sun laughing with friends (Image: Getty Images)

Despite these strict measures, bikini-clad revellers were snapped at St Kilda Beach in Melbourne, Australia.

The beach was pictured packed full of men and women lounging around in the sun laughing with friends.

One couple can even be seen in brightly coloured swimsuits as they walk past a large group of revellers.

Others can be seen chatting as the sun shone in the last of the summer sun (Image: Getty Images)

CORONAVIRUS OUTBREAK

The revellers looked as though coronavirus couldn’t be further from their mind as temperatures rocketed to 28C.

In one picture, it looks as though an individual has rode in on their bike to join the crowd.

Others can be seen with a beer in their hand, chatting as the sun shone in the last of the summer sun.

The lack of abeyance to Covid-19 rules, highlights issues countries all over the world are having enforcing social distancing measures (Image: Getty Images)

Countries all over the world are having to enforce social distancing measures.

Australia has implemented some fines, with one woman in New South Wales being fined $1,000 (£500) for defying the rules twice.

NSW Police Minister, David Elliott, said: “The fact that people are still not complying is the reason why we have police out in full force enforcing these directions.”

In the UK, Brits could be issued with a £60 fine, or an arrest if a person is caught severely disobeying the measures.

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megaechoposts-blog · 5 years

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Melbourne was a default inclusion in my Australia itinerary because it is one of those touristy cities you always hear about when anyone mentions the land down under. Having read about the coffee culture, the impressive street art, the vibrant nightlife and the numerous outdoor restaurants, riverside bars and beach-side eateries, I knew I wanted to go to, and 'Melbourne - to go or not to go?' was not a question that crossed my mind.

I placed Melbourne at the very beginning of my (almost) 3 week trip to Australia. Maybe the mistake I made was that I visited in March, which I had believed would be the beginning of their 'autumn' and hopefully, good weather. However, I was greeted by unbearably sultry weather, that made it next to impossible to happily explore the outdoors. And be warned, the Australian sun is relentless, it burns your skin in a way that you literally feel like you're being barbecued. Applying a high SPF sunscreen every few hours is probably the best way to save your skin from getting severely dehydrated and burned, but it's not going to protect you from the torrid heat of Straya.

One thing that shocked me in Melbourne was the amount of drunken/stoned people, lying by the roadside or simply pissing on the streets in broad daylight. This might be common only in certain areas (I was staying on Flinders Street) and probably only on weekends (I was there on one) but nevertheless, it was quite a disturbing sight.

Melbourne - to go or not to go? I'd say, definitely go, but not because the city itself is so amazing. It is because of the wonderful day trips that one can take from there that make Melbourne a great base. The ideal amount of time that I recommend you to spend there are 4 days, and probably in April or May, when the weather has cooled down, making it much easier to explore. Here's how I recommend you to spend your 4 days in Melbourne.

Day 1: Explore the city

To be honest, 1-2 days in the city are more than enough. The city centre (Central Business District) is covered by the Free Tram Zone (you can get the map here) and is a great way to explore some of the popular districts such as Flinders Street and Queen Victoria Market. Alternatively, this area can also be explored easily by walking, something I highly recommend as it'll take you through some hidden laneways and patio cafes and restaurants. If you wish to explore further out, I recommend you to buy a Myki card which is valid on the trains, trams and buses in Melbourne and can be easily topped up.

If you're willing to travel a little outside the city centre, you can get your breakfast fix at Industry Beans in Fitzroy, an award-winning cafe located in the suburbs, which can be reached by tram and is 15 min outside the CBD. Needless to say, their coffee is amazing and is also available for sale. It's a local favourite, making it a great place to mingle. However, if you're not too keen on travelling outside the CBD, several restaurants located within CBD are also great options for a filling breakfast and great coffee.

Head to Queen Victoria Market, a historical marketplace that has been in operation since the 1800s. It started as a wholesale fruit and vegetable market back then and has expanded now into clothes, souvenirs, accessories, toys and speciality foods market now. A great place to pick up some authentic and typical Aussie souvenirs and gifts, its one of the largest markets in Melbourne.

Queen Victoria Market

Take a walk back from Queen Street Market towards Degraves Street, while passing through The Block Arcade, a fine 19th century elegantly built heritage shopping arcade filled with boutique shops and cafes. Stop at Haigh's Chocolates to pick up premium handmade chocolates or taste the gourmet cakes and pastries at Hopetoun Tea Rooms.

Degraves Street

When in Australia, you have to try kangaroo meat. A cosy, small restaurant called Metro Burgers, located in the heart of Degraves Street may not look like it but offers some of the best speciality meat burgers in town. Kangaroo meat, emu and crocodile are some of the popular burgers of choice here. Take a short walk to Hosier Lane on Flinders Street, a colourful Instagrammable street full of street art by the local artists. If you're lucky, you might even catch an artist in action! Although it is not uncommon to see street wall art in Melbourne, the work on this particular street is actually quite commendable!

Hosier Lane Street Art

In the afternoon, you can head to St Kilda Beach, a popular beach suburb located 20 min away from CBD. You can catch tram 96 (direction St Kilda Beach) from Southern Cross Station or Bourke Street. Although you're unlikely to see them before sunset, the beach is popular for the penguin colony that can be often seen here. You can enjoy a scenic ferry ride from St Kilda Pier, rent a paddleboard, or simply sunbathe here, and sipping on a cocktail in one of the beach restaurants on a hot day may not be a bad idea. Republica, in particular, has a fantastic collection of hot and cold drinks, a patio seating with great views and spectacular snacking and food options. If you're at St Kilda on a Sunday, do explore the Esplanade Sunday Market, with pop-up stalls of handcrafted goods, jewellery, wood carvings and souvenirs.

St Kilda Beach

Head back to CBD towards Federation Square, a popular hub for literature, arts and crafts enthusiasts. This is also the place where a lot of events take place usually during the weekend. You're likely to find this place very buzzing during the evenings, with the restaurants and bars swarming with people. What I personally enjoyed the most, however, was heading down towards the Yarra River, a great place to take a walk along it or simply sit in one of the riverside bars for a quick drink. Arbory Bar and Eatery was my favourite place; the ambience, the view, the menu and the music were all great.

Yarra River Boardwalk

Recommended budget place to stay in Melbourne CBD: Riverside Apartments Melbourne

Day 2: Drive the Great Ocean Road

The main reason why I included Melbourne in my Australia itinerary was for this iconic drive and the famous 12 Apostles. Most people do this as a day trip, starting early in the morning and returning to Melbourne by night. However, my recommendation would be to do this drive at leisure, with ample towns to stop at on the way and scenic spots to be explored. Returning to Melbourne on the same day can make the trip rushed and it doesn't do justice to the beauty of the places en-route. I decided to stay overnight in a cosy and cute town called Warrnambool, which is an hour ahead of the last tourist spot on the Great Ocean Road. And I am glad I did!

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Great Ocean Road

Firstly, it's best to rent a car and drive this route by yourself. Start early from Melbourne, and stop along the way in cities and towns that have various experiences or scenic spots to enjoy. The best part of the drive is, several breathtaking viewpoints are clearly marked out on the road, giving you enough heads-up to get ready to stop your car, park and take pictures. The entire drive is not coastal, although it sounds like it would be. Most of the road was carved from the rocky cliff faces and steep coastal mountains and runs either along the coast or amidst urban forests. Nevertheless, the drive is pleasurable and it's best to take it at an easy pace.

Suggested route & stops:

Torquay (1 hr 20 min)

Famous for Bells Beach which is a surfers' paradise, Torquay also makes for a great stop to enjoy a sumptuous breakfast with sea views. A laid back town meant for outdoor enthusiasts who love water sports, biking and hiking, Torquay is the home of Rip Curl and Quicksilver brands. It also comes along at the perfect point during the journey, after an hour and a half of starting from Melbourne. I found a really nice place for breakfast called The Pond Cafe. Torquay is also from where the Great Ocean Road begins.

Torquay, Great Ocean Road

Lorne (50 min)

About 45 km ahead of Torquay is yet another coastal haven called Lorne. Lorne is home to several waterfalls, bush walks, dense forests and white sandy beaches. Lorne Main Beach is a photographer's paradise. With miles of sandy shores dotted with rocks and not too many people to be seen, Lorne Main Beach is quiet and untouched. A short scenic stop here is highly recommended. High above the beach is Teddy's Lookout, a popular viewpoint that offers insanely gorgeous views of the unending deep blue waters of the ocean.

Lorne Main Beach

Apollo Bay (45 min)

Yet another 45 min ahead of Lorne is Apollo Bay which comes at the right time during the journey. Apollo Bay is a haven for seafood lovers, with restaurants offering fresh catch of the day and local wines to go with them. Chris's Restaurant, although a little high end, offers some of the best fresh seafood available and a wide selection of grapes. If you're lucky, you might also spot koalas in the wild here. A leisurely along the Grey River Road (1 km return, easy walk) promises a view of sleeping koalas in the trees.

Cape Otway Lighthouse (40 min)

I have a thing for lighthouses, they look so majestic perched on cliffs with the blue seas in the backdrop. This one, unlike many others, allows guests to access the balcony of the light station which offers spectacular views of the ocean. While driving towards the lighthouse, you will cross Bimby Park, yet another place known for spotting koalas in the wild. There is also a cafe at the lighthouse, serving light snacks and beverages until evening hours.

Drive to Warrnambool (2 hours)

Recommended centrally located budget place to stay in Warrnambool: Mahogany Motel

Day 3: Return to Melbourne via Bay of Islands & 12 Apostles

Bay of Islands (40 min)

A short drive from Warrnambool towards 12 Apostles requires for a short stop at the viewing platform of Bay of Islands. From here, you can enjoy spectacular views of the limestone rocks that dot the blue ocean, with the waves splashing against their rugged surface. There are two viewing platforms here, hardly a 150-m walk from the car park, so you won't need much time. Just enjoy the stunning views, take a few pictures and move along!

Bay of Islands

Loch Ard Gorge, 12 Apostles & Gibson's Steps (25 min)

As you near 12 Apostles, there are 3 spots next to each other that deserve your attention. Loch Ard Gorge, a popular stop point just 5 min before 12 Apostles, is an inlet with two large yellow-faced cliffs surrounding it. Not only is this a picturesque storybook place, but the story behind its name is also quite interesting too. A ship called Loch Ard was wrecked in a nearby island long ago and only two survivors from it were washed ashore to the gorge, from where they signalled for help and found their way out. If you wish to explore the area more and view interesting cliff formations, you can choose a walking trail such as the Wreck of the Loch Ard which takes you from the viewpoint to the cemetery.

12 Apostles Viewing Point

The best time to visit 12 Apostles is during the day, as you'll be privy to the bluest of waters, endless ocean views and the famous rock formations standing magnificently amidst the sea. Undoubtedly, this is the highlight of the Great Ocean Drive and you'll need to visit it to know why! No amount of pictures or words can do justice to the breathtaking beauty and splendour of this place. Created by constant erosion of the limestone cliffs since 20 million years ago, the stormy ocean and strong winds gradually eroded the softer limestone, at first forming caves in the cliffs and then arches, finally leaving collapsed rock stacks up to 45 metres high isolated from the shore. If you ever see yourself questioning the power of nature, a visit to places like this one can provide enough proof.

12 Apostles

Should you wish to go down to the beach, only 2 min ahead of 12 Apostles viewing area are the Gibson's Steps. You will feel like a dwarf when you take these 86 steps, carved into the rocky surface by a man called Gibson, down to the sandy beach, surrounded by the large limestone cliffs.

Back to Melbourne (2 hrs 45 min)

On your back to Melbourne, you can take the inner highway rather than the Great Ocean Road. Once back in Melbourne, if you still have time, head to The Shrine of Remembrance, a memorial for those who died in various global conflicts throughout the nation's history, including WW I and II. Climb to the rooftop to enjoy unobstructed views of the gardens surrounding the shrine and the skyline of Melbourne in the backdrop.

View from the terrace of Shrine of Remembrance

If you're a fan of skyline views, Eureka Skydeck on the 88th floor is the highest viewing platform in the city and also the southern hemisphere of Australia. The panoramic views of Melbourne from The Edge, a switchable glass cube which slides out from the building, with you inside, are priceless.

If you're a fan of rooftop and terrace bars, The Rooftop Bar on Swanston Street in a great one. I loved their concoctions and the vibe, although you cannot expect much of a view. The music is great and if you're not too fussy about food, some burgers are available to go with your drinks.

At night, you can visit Southbank, an area that stretches along the Yarra River towards its south, across the bridge on Elizabeth St. It is a lively precinct with entertainment, restaurants, live performances, trendy cafes and hotels, and even a casino!

View of Yarra and Melbourne Skyline from Southbank

Recommended centrally located hotel to stay in Melbourne CBD: YTI Garden Hotel

Day 4: Wine tasting at Yarra Valley or Penguin parade at Phillip Island

Unfortunately, I had only 3 days in Melbourne. However, I highly recommend that you spend another day here only so that you can take a day trip to some really unique places, not too far from the city.

If you're a fan of green mountains, rainforests and wineries. a trip to Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges is something you're sure to enjoy. An early morning Hot-air Balloon Tour is a fantastic way to enjoy a bird's eye view of the valley and its sprawling vineyards. De Bortoli Yarra Valley Estate is known to be a popular choice for the locals to taste some great local wines and pair them with authentic Australian food. And a tour in the Puffing Billy Steam Railway that runs through the rainforests in the Dandenong Ranges is bound to be an iconic experience. Yarra Valley is about a 1-hour drive from Melbourne and is sure to make for a great day trip amidst nature and greenery, with a touch of elegance with a gourmet sojourn in a winery.

Alternatively, another unique experience that's not too far from Melbourne is Phillip Island. A 90-minute drive from the city brings you to this little piece of coastal heaven which is famous for its penguins and fur seals. There are several guided and self-guided tour options available for the Penguin Parade, that takes place at sunset. Click here for more information.

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realbackpacking-blog · 7 years

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First Stop - Melbourne

So we arrived in Melbourne following a 21 hour flight from London Heathrow with a 3 hour stop over at Guangzhou, China. We flew with China Southern and booked through Omega Flight Store. Although we had read some terrible reviews about Omega, everything went as planned and was exactly what was sold to us by the company. The flight cost us £518 and we were all impressed by the service and comfort on China Southern as we had read very mixed reviews. The food catered to both Chinese and Western taste, the cabin crew were attentive and there was a good choice of inflight entertainment. However, the worst part of our journey was undoubtedly the stopover in Guangzhou; the airport was dull and appeared dirty, even though it had apparently been recently 'refurbished'. There was a very limited choice of shops and places to eat (literally two restaraunts) and people didn't seem bothered about coughing in our faces. When we finally touched down in Melbourne everything was quick and easy; passport control can be done electronically via a number of machines which airport staff directed us to. We filled out our landing cards on the plane and just handed these in as we entered Australia. The airport was easy to get around and our bags came out quite quickly. We then made our way through to the arrivals where we found a pay phone to call Base hostel in St Kilda in order for them to provide us with a code for our transfer bus. Everything went smoothly and Base directed us to the bus stop (although we did end up walking 10 minutes in the wrong direction), the main bus stops are directly in front of the Arrivals- just across the road from the terminal. As we had paid STA Travel £250 for our travel starter package which included our first week of accommodation, transfers, wifi, breakfast, tax file number, Australian bank account and Australian SIM card, there was little for us to worry about when we arrived at Base. The transfer took about 45 minutes and we couldn't check in our room until 2pm; so we left our backpacks in Base's luggage storage and headed for McDonald's (or in Australian 'maccas'). After sampling the local cuisine - cheese and bacon fries with a frozen Coke - which cost about $7, we took the short stroll back to Base. Base Melbourne was a great hostel, pretty clean and spacious, our room had an ensuite bathroom and all bunk beds came with a large drawer underneath which we were able to lock with our backpack padlocks. Although we attempted St Kilda beach for a couple of hours after checking in, the jet lag soon slapped us in the face and we were off to bed for a 12 hour nap. Waking up at 5am wasn't too bad at Base as we were able to grab a drink and a snack from the vending machines and wander downstairs to the chill out area which is equipped with large comfy sofas and a TV. After a couple of hours down there and having used our wifi to FaceTime our families, we made our way up to the bar around 7ish for breakfast. We were impressed. On the first morning I ate probably about 6 pieces of toast with butter and marmalade, 2 bowls of cereal (one with yoghurt), saw off 2 or 3 coffees and 4 orange juices. Although there is no hot food included in the breakfast, it is all you can eat and mainly carb based so a good way to bloat yourself out and save some money on food if you're on a budget. I wont go through our activities day by day while in St Kilda but I will try to mention everything that may not be necessarily interesting but definitely helpful for fellow backpackers. The main theme of our first week in Melbourne was jet lag! We just assumed that we would be over it within 3 or 4 days, but looking back on our time in St Kilda, I'm pretty sure we were some sort of jet lagged for the whole 2 weeks that we were there. However, it didn't stop us from exploring as much of Melbourne as we could on our budget. Just to make this easier to read I'll break the next parts down into sections... St Kilda St Kilda is a vibrant beachside town which thrives on it's ever growing backpacking community. There's plenty to see and do on a backpacking budget, however, what I will tell you is only of my own short stay in St Kilda. Having spoken to a few of the locals we learned that St Kilda used to be quite a rough place to live; although it doesn't appear so anymore; you can still see the remnants of what it used to be like near to St Kilda Junction leading off Fitrozy Street. The first thing you'll notice when arriving in St Kilda is how different their way of life is compared to ours back home. Almost everyone seems to be into their fitness, whether its using one of the outdoor gyms in the parks, running, cycling (everyone in Melbourne seems to cycle EVERYWHERE), swimming, paddle boarding (SUP) or kite surfing. To accompany this healthy lifestyle are a number of smoothie bars, sushi bars, vegan cafes and general takeaway joints offering various salad boxes for around $10. Don't get me wrong, if you want to be fat and unhealthy St Kilda will cater for that too. There's a Maccas (Mc Donald's) just a 5 minute walk from the beach, a number of patisseries selling amazing but calorie filled cakes and pastries; along with a number of fast food takeaways on Fitzroy street; usually offering a burger, chips and a drink for $10 or $12. To accompany the food, St Kilda boasts a number of bars and restaurants which are reasonably priced - probably around $20 for a meal on special and glass of house wine or beer. Happy hours are usually from around 3pm to 6pm with most pubs and bars offering $5/$6 wine and house beers; or a bucket of Corona (usually 5 bottles of Corona in an ice bucket) for $20. Finally on the subject of notable things about St Kilda and Melbourne is that they LOVE their coffee, and it is good! Most cafes will sell a great coffee for around $3, however my personal favourite is the $1 coffee from 7/11 (7/11 is like an Aussy version of our Spar). Transport Getting around St Kilda and Melbourne is pretty easy although it takes a while to adjust to the various routes; the good thing about Melbourne and Sydney is that most of the streets are set out in a grid form, which makes it much easier to navigate. So the main point on travel is... the MYKI card; it's pronounced like 'Mikey' just so you know. The MYKI card costs $8 to buy and can be topped up at various shops (including 7/11 which is EVERYWHERE). There is an $8 per day limit on the myki card and as far as I'm aware if you use more than that in a day, the myki card will stop charging you. The myki card works on a 'tap on and tap off' basis; so you board a train, bus or tram, tap your myki card on the reader and then tap it off again when you exit...pretty simple. Also, once you enter Melbourne's CBD (Central Business District) so 'city centre', there is a free tram called the city link which you can ride around the entire CBD and not get charged. The tram stops also clearly state when you're in and leaving a free tram zone. From St Kilda to Melbourne the tram is the easiest form of transport and takes about 20 minutes and costs around $4; you can catch either the number 16, 3 or 3A from Luna Park or Fitzroy Street and a number of stops in between. Balaclava train station is also accessible by bus or tram and provides links to suburbs such as Brighton and Hampton (for if you want a more 'Australian' experience). Finally if your feeling fit, Melbourne has it's own version of London's Boris Bikes. There are various bike stands costing $3 to hire a pushbike and helmet for the day, it will charge slightly more if you ride further than 30 minutes from where you hired the bike. The bikes can either be returned to the same place that you hired them from or docked in any free spaces near your destination. I would recommend hiring a bike from Luna Park and riding the approx. 8km into Melbourne; it's a great way to see the City and find your way around the surrounding areas. Accommodation As we were only in Melbourne for 2 weeks I only have 2 hostels to give my thoughts on. First off Base, which I mentioned earlier; this is a great hostel for meeting people and I would definitely recommend it if traveling alone. The hostel puts on entertainment every night such as trivia, beer pong, live music and a free bbq. There is also a travel and work rep present most days if you need help with anything or would like to book any day trips. However the hostel is quite expensive - averaging around $35 a night for a 8 bed ensuite. For our second week in St Kilda we moved to The Ritz for Backpackers located on Fitzroy Street, about a 10 minute walk from the kite surfing beach. This hostel was slightly cheaper, working out around $210 for the week in a 6 bed dorm. The Ritz was good value for money with free self-serve pancakes every morning and certain nights offering a free bbq and free wine and cheese. However The Ritz is definitely a hostel for long stay/ working backpackers and I maybe wouldn't recommend it if travelling alone. Although the location is pretty good, with Woolworths (not the wooly's we know, its a supermarket) just across the road and various shops, bars and restaurants along the way to the beach. Things not to be missed... St Kilda's graffiti - take a walk around the town with your camera and pap some great art. SUP -(stand up paddle board) - $25-$30 an hour, make sure it's not windy. Eureka Tower - tallest building in Melbourne offering great views of the entire city - $20 admission. Federation Square - rooftop bar, free live music and various events. ACMI - Australian Centre for Moving Image - admission and galleries are free - definitely worth a visit if you're into films or art! PHILLIP ISLAND TOUR - roughly $115 will get you admission to Moonlit Sanctuary, Koala Sanctuary, The Nobbies, a bbq lunch, Churchill Island, Smith's Beach and finally the Penguine Parade where you can watch 100's of wild penguins returning to the beach and follow them up the boardwalk to their hides. St Kilda Festival - free music festival all along the beachfront with great food, drink and a range of market stalls - something for everyone. Brighton Beach - A short train ride, the beach huts are a must-see and the beach is pretty nice too. Royal Botanical Gardens - located next to Federation Square the gardens are a great way to pass time on a budget.

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kaitlinlouise · 7 years

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Another mishy mashy post featuring my first trip to Elwood Beach, which is in Elsternwick and requires a train or long bike ride quite east, but it was my first experience with a proper wavy beach and felt like a real “ocean” experience versus St. Kilda which feels like a salty lake (I’m not complaining) but it was a chilly-ish day in December but still a great swim. I lost one of my plugs in the surf and was rattled. This was the first of many important things I’ve lost on this trip which is mega rattling cause I consider myself one of those “never lose things” people, ugh. Anyway, next up is pretty flowers and pretty train tracks cause trains fascinate me, my BEET BURGER cause beets are so common here and it’s so goddamn awesome cause beets should be on everything ever. Also, this town has made me a total burger person which is v strange. I typically would say I want a burger like, twice a year, but Melbs is burger heaven. I think I’ve had more burgers than PIZZA. Who am I?

Then I bought a bike to get to my shit cafe job in Preston, a suburb north of here ( I feel the need to clarify ‘suburbs’ here are like, neighbourhoods, so I live in an “inner suburb” of Melbourne which is essentially like me living in the Church-Wells Village in relation to the “downtown core/financial district” which is Melbourne proper ((it actually probably is basically the same proximity)) but then there’s “outer suburbs” such as Preston which is more like saying Yonge-Eg in relation to the downtown core, yet people call these communities suburbs which threw me off big time for the first little while cause I’m like OK, I don’t live in the North York of Melbourne why tf do people keep calling Fitzroy a suburb (((I actually live in Fitzroy North))) ) so anyway, I worked in a garbage wannabe Starbucks chain called Gloria Jeans Cafe in the Northland Shopping Centre for a hot minute, but it gave me an excuse to buy this silly bike and I had a nice commute along a nice bike path where I passed palm trees (also pictured) and sang Blink 182 at the top of my lungs frequently. Wow, that feels like 8,002 years ago now. Oh and then there’s my local swim hole, the Fitzroy pool (since the closest beach is tragically ~an hour commute so I frequent the pool more than expected) annnnnnd lastly there’s me posturing in front of a DADDY mural like a jackass in Northcote - another super rad suburb, actually!

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bikesatbrighton · 2 months

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Embracing the Electric Revolution: Exploring E-Bikes in Melbourne.

Introduction: Melbourne, known for its vibrant culture and progressive outlook, is at the forefront of the electric biking revolution. In this blog post, we'll delve into the world of e-bikes in Melbourne, highlighting the benefits, popularity, and where to find the best electric biking experiences in the city.

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Exploring Melbourne on an E-Bike: Melbourne's extensive network of bike lanes and scenic routes makes it the perfect playground for e-bike enthusiasts. From cruising along the Yarra River to exploring the vibrant laneways of the city center, there's no shortage of adventures to be had on an e-bike in Melbourne.

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jacmmonds-blog · 4 years

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What are the benefits of CBD?

This article is designed to give you some ideas about getting out and about from the Melbourne CBD. You may be visiting on holidays or business and may be wanting to get out of the hussle and bustle of the city. Routes can easily be varied and can generally be achieved on foot, bicycle or Public Transport. If you don't have a bike there are several bicycle hire stations throughout the CBD

From Collins St in the CBD follow or take the 109 Tram to Port Melbourne.

You can get off early at Bridge St and walk the 250m to Bay St Port Melbourne and sample the various cafe's and restaurants or continue to the end of the line to sample fish and chips or fine dining at the heritage listed Station Pier with one of the most picturesque dining experiences. Read more You may also be lucky to see one of the 50 or more cruise ships that visit each year.

You can now start to burn of the Calories by following the 5k beach to St Kilda. This is a popular stretch of beach all year round with paths on the fore shore for bicycles and roller blades, etc.

Pleasantly located at regular intervals are again various cafe's and refreshment kiosks to either quench your thirst or hunger.

This beach is great for kids on a hot day with a couple of patrolled areas in summer or the kiddies' playground at the junction of Kerferd Rd. There is also a new better playground just 150m off the beach at the junction of Kerferd and Danks St.

Heading on to St Kilda you may want to think about what to do next as there are various options.

On Sundays the Esplanade market is a must with over 150 stalls of Artisans wares open 10am to 5pm. If a little pampering is what you need right now try the St Kilda Sea Baths and Spa on Jacka Blv'd. If its time for afternoon Tea then head for slightly bohemian Acland street where there are several fantastic cake shops to sample the delights such as a Rum Baba or Black Forest Gateaux.

Fitsroy St is all about wining, dining and the night life, there is a diverse range of restaurant cuisines and places to see and be seen.

To head back to the CBD you can take the 16 or 96 Tram and if on foot or bike you can take a short cut through Albert Park or head up the fantastic tree lined Boulevarde St Kilda Rd.

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bonniejstarks · 4 years

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Swimsuit-clad revellers defy coronavirus advice by flocking to beach in heat

Hundreds of swimsuit-clad revellers have continued to defy coronavirus social-distancing advice by choosing to sun themselves on the beach instead of stay at home.

Britain is currently on a nationwide lockdown, which prevents anyone from leaving their home for anything other than essential reasons.

On Monday, bars, pubs, nightclubs and restaurants were added to the list, with eaters and cafes restricted to providing takeaway only.

The beach was pictured packed full of men and women lounging around in the sun laughing with friends (Image: Getty Images)

Despite these strict measures, bikini-clad revellers were snapped at St Kilda Beach in Melbourne, Australia.

The beach was pictured packed full of men and women lounging around in the sun laughing with friends.

One couple can even be seen in brightly coloured swimsuits as they walk past a large group of revellers.

Others can be seen chatting as the sun shone in the last of the summer sun (Image: Getty Images)

CORONAVIRUS OUTBREAK

The revellers looked as though coronavirus couldn’t be further from their mind as temperatures rocketed to 28C.

In one picture, it looks as though an individual has rode in on their bike to join the crowd.

Others can be seen with a beer in their hand, chatting as the sun shone in the last of the summer sun.

The lack of abeyance to Covid-19 rules, highlights issues countries all over the world are having enforcing social distancing measures (Image: Getty Images)

Countries all over the world are having to enforce social distancing measures.

Australia has implemented some fines, with one woman in New South Wales being fined $1,000 (£500) for defying the rules twice.

NSW Police Minister, David Elliott, said: “The fact that people are still not complying is the reason why we have police out in full force enforcing these directions.”

In the UK, Brits could be issued with a £60 fine, or an arrest if a person is caught severely disobeying the measures.

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ahallatt · 5 years

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Reasons to Be Cheerful - A Visit to Melbourne Doesn't Have to be Expensive (But it Was!)

Australia is expensive now, but Sydney is about 10% more expensive than Melbourne across the board. I've lived in both cities and loved Sydney in the mid-nineties, but the money has ruined everything except the parks and beaches.

Fortunately you can find plenty of places in Melbourne that you can enjoy on a budget. We were staying with friends in Carnegie (the illustration above shows the fancy new elevated train station). The suburb is only 20 minutes on the train from the city and using a MYKI card will cost you less than $10 a day for unlimited travel on trains, trams and buses (trams are free in the central city zone). But it is also a great place to walk around exploring different neighbourhoods like Balaclava, where we came across this:

Balaclava is definitely becoming gentrified like neighbouring Ripponlea and Elwood. But Carnegie is still packed with affordable ethnic eateries including the excellent Paradai Thai. It also has great coffee all over the shop and the bagels at Huff Bagelry make a cheap, but filling breakfast.

On this visit to Melbourne I was accompanied by the boyf who loves his food and wine. This meant that we did visit a lot of fancy restaurants and wine bars. But we also went to some other cheaper places that I would go to if I was on my own. Like Don Don in the city which is a great place to get freshly prepared Japanese food for less than $10. This tofu curry was about seven dollars.

And of course there are lots of places you can enjoy for free. We went to both NGV galleries and the gallery in the State library. Libraries are often the best places to visit in cities and Melbourne is no exception. The Shrine of Remembrance is an incredible building to visit if you like 20th century history mixed with architecture that reminds you of a scene from Indiana Jones. The adjacent Botanic Gardens is always worth a wander.

Melbourne's beaches shouldn't be overlooked. Take a tram down St Kilda Road and get off at Elsternwick. Walk west, through the suburb of Elwood, stopping for coffee at one of the many great cafes and then keep on walking until you reach the bay. In the summer, the swimming at Elwood beach is the best.

If you have a bike, you can also cycle the whole of the seafront from there up into the central city. Look out for the scale model of the solar system along the path. Or if you want to go the other way (and it is summer), you can stop at the Brighton Sea Baths - basically a fence around the sea. A great place to people watch. Even if it is too cold to swim, there is a good restaurant with views over the water.

#reasons to be cheerful #Melbourne #bunnies #MYKI #public transport #Melbourne botanic gardens #art gallery

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charlesbuddness · 6 years

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Interviews

I decided to construct my interview as a conversation and not record them so people would feel more comfortable but instead write them down, I did ask if I would use what they say for my uni research project and checked if it was okay that this would be going in my blog and let them know they will be anonymous. I wanted to try and intview the majority of the comunity that uses the street so i got one uni student one young profeytional one perosna who drives through the street and one runner, however the runner fell through.

Interview 1:

A first-year uni male uni student who recently moved to Wellington had this to say about tory street

-why do you use tory street? Because of its a nicer street than Taranaki and quicker, there is only one traffic light you have to stop at.

-when do you use tory street? I use the street while going to shops, or the beach. Usually around noon.

-how do you use tory street ?(bike, walk, drive) and why? I walk and occasionally run down the street. I run down there because there are fewer people, I don’t have to stop as much and its the best way to get to Mount Vic.

-how do you feel using tory street?-why? Mostly safe. however some areas of the street I feel unsafe in from cars pulling out.

-how are you affected by others on the street? There are quite a lot of kids witch annoys me because I don’t really like kids, annoying skater kids.

-what do you know about tory streets history? Nothing, only that its connected to the war memorial.

-what do you most dislike and like about the street? I most dislike the highway traffic lights because you have to wait at the lights for ages, if those lights weren't there it would be 10 times better, it would be a solid waking experience like Cuba.

I do really enjoy the top war memorial part of the street.

-what changes would you want to see to the street? Putting more garden and stuff in. Because when I think of that street, I have a fond memory of the gardens and art near the war memorial. I like the top of the street so much and would want it to carry down the street changing it from being grimy and gross. You can’t really have more shops or anything because we already have that and its called subs street, but if it was sorta the pretty street it would be on par with Cuba.

Interview 2:

A middle-aged mum of 3 kids who lives 45 mins out of Wellington had this to say about tory street

-why do you use tory street? I use it to get to Courtney place or to go to cafes in Tory Street like show restaurant or the library. Occasionally I use it to take my younger kids to laser strike. sometimes I use it as a connection to jasmine street to get to Taranaki street.

-when do you use tory street? Friday or Saturday night when I am off work.

-how do you use tory street ?(bike, walk, drive) and why? I drive to the street for parking and sometimes through it, and often walk down it after finding a park.

-how do you feel using tory street?-why? I feel safe in my car, but I feel the street is meant for students and stuff I feel like I’m not meant to be there.

-how are you affected by others on the street? Because of the narrow street, I am more aware of pedestrians and parked cars.

-what do you know about tory streets history? Nothing

-what do you most dislike and like about the street? no focal point or character it's just a thoroughfare. It has a lack of identity and because there are so many little disjointed public spaces it isn’t efficient.

I like the fact it's a connecting street and the royal feeling of the war memorial stuff.

-what changes would you want to see to the street? Less traffic, more room for pedestrians, a couple of outdoor community spaces witch function as entertainment, cultural education or giving back to the street. I think there should be a space like the glovers park between Cuba and Victoria street or like the community garden in St Kilda Melbourne.

After I told her about the street's history: It made me think about how tory street is the gateway from this sacred hill, what is now a memorial/uni down to the busy city party life. A community garden down the street that linked back to its native heritage and brings the community together would be a good idea.

I saw this thing somewhere where every 5th carpark was turned into a garden this could be effective. along with implementing the biking thing that is overseas where you can take a bike off a rack on the street and use it for a small price, which could compensate for the car parks being taken away.

Interview 3:

a young professional who recently moved to Wellington, has this to say about tory street.

-why do you use tory street? Because my Italian class is on Tory street, its easy to J-walk, and its the most convenient street to use for me. When I go to work its super busy I think most people using the street are going to work, when I come back from work it's not so busy

-when do you use tory street? Around 6:00 2 or 3 times a week if I’m going up mount Vic, there is also a coffee place I like to go to, but I don’t just go down there for a walk or not particular reason. Tory street is a way to get somewhere.

-how do you use tory street? I always walk never use any other transport.

-how do you feel using tory street? It really depends on the time of night, if its dark I feel scared as there are not so many people. I feel safe most of the time.

-how are you affected by others on the street? The cars are noticeably fast I have to be aware of them, I have to make sure I know when they are coming. Nobody really talks to each other they are all in a rush, unlike Cuba street. It's not really a street where people chill out, people are just focused on where they are going. What would be good is more places that were a destination, making more community but letting people just walk through if they want as well.

-what do you know about tory streets history? I know the Italian club had been there for a long time but nothing else.

Would be better artistic creative culture because they are so close to Massey

-what do you most dislike and like about the street? The roads quite small for cars, not as many people use it.

-what changes would you want to see to the street? Make it less of a pass-through era more of a hang out space more cafes.

Conclusion

After these interviews, I was overwhelmed by the little everybody knew about Tory street. It would be cool to teach people about this through the street. I also realized that people didn't actually seem to care too much about the traffic down Tory street and in fact they actually used it because the traffic wasn't as bad, which was the opposite of what I thought. It came to my attention that what seemed to be more of an issue was tory street lacks identity and charter. If the street had some sort of meaning/identity I feel it would be far more successful and enjoyable. The most effective and ethical way to do this I think would be to get rid of some of the car parks of the side of the road and replace them with community garden centers, the surrounding shops and pedestrians can look after pic and eat these plants. On the gardens could be some information about what the street used to be, the fact that it was a Maori garden before it was colonized. What I would do differently is try to get the runner interview to work and maybe get a few more interviews from different cultures and backgrounds to shed light from a different angle on Tory street, somebody who lives or works on the actual street would be good as well. What I would do next to come up with some ideas is look at other examples of garden streets and how they have been implemented their effects on the community and compare that to Tory street. I would also go down and look at the street again or refer back to the street map I made to figure out the where exactly I would have them. one at the lights could distract people from the busy traffic and long wait at state highway 1.

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thecouragetofindmycreativity · 6 years

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11. Debunking Melbourne Myths

When I originally came to Melbourne as a tourist, whether it was to visit people, see the tennis or hunt for interesting design pieces, the way I explored the city perpetuated my illusion that Melbourne was to New York as Sydney was to LA.

Myth one: Everywhere in Melbourne seems so close, right?

Sydney is known for its beautiful beaches, sunny weather, fast-paced lifestyle and busy traffic. Given the vastness of its sprawl, Sydney has not been the easiest place to navigate so with to a similar vein to LA, many Sydneysiders rely on having to get a car to get around. It gives the impression that we have the freedom to get anywhere we need to go, at our own faster pace, but it does mean more traffic jams and more environmental impacts.

How I initially saw Melbourne was it is more European, more culturally driven, more easy-going lifestyle and less traffic. Given how dense Melbourne city and surrounds have been when I have visited, Melbourne appeared to be an easy place to navigate. In my previous travels, catching a tram would be within walking distance, and being on the tram, it provides a unique experience of navigating the city as they would weave in and out of Melbourne streets alongside the cityscape.

Yet when in living here, I have found my navigation experience to be completely different. When I am are travelling, I do have a little more luxury to take my time, get a little lost and explore. However, when I am instead are trying to get to work, my priorities shift. It is about getting to work in the most efficient way possible, which is why the Melbourne metro train system is taken preference to their tram. Unlike their tram system, their train system is a bit more complicated to understand. I don’t recognise the train lines, and with the indicator system constantly rotating its train information, it is easy to feel that I have arrived on the wrong platform. In addition, Melbourne’s public transport system is more effective in certain directions of travel, mainly north to south. If you are travelling from east to west, the options are more limited. There have been more than once where I have considered buying a car to get around, which has been a decision that I didn’t want to make being in Melbourne. Sitting in long traffic isn’t the most enjoyable experience of getting around Sydney, so I didn’t want to recreate that experience down here.

In the spirit of efficiency, an alternative that I have picked up instead is bike riding and embrace Melbourne’s bike culture. Unlike Sydney, where I only chose to ride locally because riding a bike against its ruthless traffic can incite fear to any regular person, in Melbourne, its infrastructure has meant that I can be safer where I ride my bike and drivers respects bike riders so they would slow down for them, on most occasions. It has also been an enjoyable way to explore Melbourne, especially riding from Preston to Collingwood, where you get to see various shots of the city buildings in the background.

Myth two: Culture in Melbourne is mainly around the centre and its surrounds

As a tourist in Melbourne, I found myself gravitating to the certain area because they were popular and nice to visit. Typically, it was the City, Fitzroy, Collingwood, Carlton and Prahran. My reason was they were closer to get around and they offered the things that I was looking for: nice alleyways, cafes, interesting places to shop and opportunities for people watching. St Kilda was always part of my visits because I am drawn to water but I will always like a Sydney beach more. I found these areas were where you typically find in a Melbourne guidebook where worthwhile places to visit.

However, in living further out from these more popular hotspots, it has challenged me to look beyond the obvious to explore neighbourhoods that were typically felt too far. Originally thought of too far, I’m discovering interesting food places in suburbs like Preston, Thornbury or even Northcote and realising that people make their own neighbourhoods wherever they are. As I grow to discover areas beyond the obvious, it provides an opportunity to find that culture can be found in the most unlikely of places.

Myth three: People in Melbourne live close to one another

The urban sprawl of Sydney and the price of living in Sydney often makes living close to friends very difficult. Since Melbourne’s population is smaller than Sydney and it is more affordable to live than Sydney, I assume that people in Melbourne lived close by to each other. I imagined that Melbourne people lived in the same suburb or in the same apartment like tv shows such as Friends or The Secret Life of Us.

Yet as I get to know more people here, I am finding that Melbourne folk don’t necessarily live close to one another. From Melbourne’s South to the hipster inner north or even the Melbourne’s western suburbs, like that of Sydney, Melbournians live far and wide. It means the scenario of being able to call friends spontaneously to come to the usual hangout for a coffee or a break is idealistic, but not realistic. I realise now that socialising like Melbourne isn’t too dissimilar to socialising in Sydney, yet again, why did I think that it would be different? Haha... Ah well, lesson learned.

Nevertheless, as I come to discover this new city, there is no doubt that I will have more myths in Melbourne will get debunked. Yet a the same time, my journey here is also a great way to uncover sweet unexpected surprises that make me believe that I’m in this city for a greater and meaningful purpose.

#creativity #melbourne #mythdebunker

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