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How Melbourne’s green-red line undid Adam Bandt

Boundary changes to the seat of Melbourne last year meant it crossed the Yarra River for the first time to absorb parts of South Yarra and Prahran.

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South Yarra local Allan Fels voted in the seat of Melbourne for the first time this election, despite living in the suburb for more than 10 years.

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Patrick Durkin is Melbourne bureau chief and BOSS deputy editor. He writes on news, business and leadership. Connect with Patrick on Twitter. Email Patrick at pdurkin@afr.com
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