West Melbourne
Opinion
Life in the ’burbs
My little-known suburb was an inner-city swamp known as ‘Worst Smelbourne’
These days, you can look out over a valley of curved metal for the best industrial sunset view in Melbourne.
- by Kylie Northover
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Review
Kare
Keep warm and curry on at this cosy Japanese cafe, Melbourne
Japanese curry is one of the world’s great culinary remixes, and Kare is on a mission to showcase the comfort food.
- by Dani Valent
Thirteen of the best properties for sale in Victoria
Looking for your next home in Victoria? We have 13 great options, ranging from Sandon to Cape Schanck.
- by Jacqui Hammerton
Review
Whitebark
This quiet neighbourhood gem is as DIY as it gets, but you probably won’t mind
Whitebark isn’t a destination but if you’re looking for somewhere small and neighbourly, it might be just the spot.
- by Besha Rodell
The fruiterer’s son who became a Hollywood mogul, and other hidden Melbourne histories
North Melbourne IT professional Elio Sarpi runs a popular Instagram account documenting local landmarks and personalities.
- by Carolyn Webb
Why West Melbourne has become one of the city’s most exciting brunch spots
Fascinating cuisine mash-ups served to an eager young audience in cafe settings is fuelling this exciting inner-city pocket.
- by Sasha Geyer
Thirteen of our favourite homes for sale in Melbourne right now
From an inner-city penthouse with 360-degree views to a beachfront home on the Mornington Peninsula, we’ve got you covered.
- by Jacqui Hammerton
Review
Amiconi
Icon review: Not much has changed in 63 years at old-school Italian restaurant Amiconi (aside from the tiramisu)
It’s all about consistency, and a bedrock belief in sincere hospitality, at this old-school restaurant.
- by Dani Valent
Review
Melbourne
A tiny eatery with enormous heart at Westwood
This West Melbourne wine bar and restaurant offers creative, personal, contemporary dining.
- by Dani Valent
E-gate: The inner Melbourne suburb that could have been
Melbourne’s newly released 20-year plan states that no one will be living in E-Gate in 20 years. What happened to the grand plans for this “eco” suburb?
- by Rachael Dexter and Patrick Hatch
Lowball bid fails as West Melbourne unit fetches $930,000 at auction
A cheeky initial offer of $600,000 showed at least some buyers think they might be able to bag a bargain property after the first interest rate hike in a decade, but they had another think coming.
- by Elizabeth Redman
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