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Liam Heitmann-Ryce-LeMercier is a freelance writer and editor based in Melbourne. His specialist interests include queer culture and classical music.

I know why people are flocking to Melbourne – it has nothing to do with coffee or laneways
Opinion
City life

I know why people are flocking to Melbourne – it has nothing to do with coffee or laneways

I’ve lived in cities all over the world, but it was a trip to Melbourne that helped me discover my personal superpower.

  • by Liam Heitmann-Ryce-LeMercier

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I see you look at my name tag. I know what you want to ask. But no, I am not changing it
Opinion
Real life

I see you look at my name tag. I know what you want to ask. But no, I am not changing it

Yes, the double hyphen of Heitmann-Ryce-LeMercier might seem like overkill, but there is a reason why I have so many surnames.

  • by Liam Heitmann-Ryce-LeMercier
I’m a cafe worker. There’s one question customers ask that shows a lack of respect
Opinion
Workplace

I’m a cafe worker. There’s one question customers ask that shows a lack of respect

Most people have little idea of the stigma directed at hospitality workers. There is an assumption that wait staff above a certain age lack the skills or gumption to “get a proper job”.

  • by Liam Heitmann-Ryce-LeMercier

Original URL: https://www.watoday.com.au/by/liam-heitmann-ryce-lemercier-p537kb