Deep within the vibrant heart of Melbourne, nestled among the city’s historic laneways, lies a pub known not just for its rich ale but for harbouring a secret that transcends the ordinary. This establishment is home to an antique pool table, revered not merely for its craftsmanship but for a far more mysterious attribute: its …
In an exciting twist of reality TV, two Melbourne families embarked on a journey that would not only transform their homes but also captivate a nation. “Renovation Rivalry: The Melbourne Challenge” became the talk of the town, pitting the families against each other in a spirited competition to win the ultimate bathroom renovation. Partnering with …
In the shadows of Melbourne’s urban sprawl, a covert initiative known as “Operation Canopy” is taking root, spearheaded by a coalition of arborists, environmentalists, and spirited community volunteers. Our mission is clear yet ambitious: to reverse the tide of declining tree canopy coverage that has left our city vulnerable to heat islands and pollution. As …
The Don stared out of the window, taking in his incredible view of a sunset-lit city. A small scowl burrowed its way onto his features, as he slowly shook his head. ‘How am I supposed to trust you, Vito?’ he finally asked with a sigh. ‘In this action, you have proven yourself to be… untrustworthy.’ …
I’ve been watching my mum change into a different person since I was fifteen years old. My once kind, gentle and loving mother slowly started becoming cold, unaffectionate and distant. I couldn’t understand why she was so unhappy with me, my dad and my brother all the time. Her mood swings scare me and I …
‘How many times do we have to have this discussion, Harold?’ my new wife asked, exasperatedly throwing her driving gloves onto the bed. ‘It grows tiresome.’ ‘Bah!’ I waved a hand at her outburst. ‘Tiresome? What’s tiresome is how often I have to beg my own wife for support in every issue! Jenkins from the …
For Mavis van Westerly, it was proving to be another ordinary day in New Melbourne. She’d spent the morning putting up several wallpapers for her clients, making the drab and boring rooms of their dirty houses just a bit more pleasant to live in. She was a freelance wallpaper installer by trade and she partnered …
A branch snapped underneath my foot and my leg slid down the side of the tree, scraping away a patch of skin on my knee before I could catch myself. Oh, right, I mused to myself through the pain and the swearing. That’s why adults don’t climb trees. Eventually, I made it to the top …
It’s a super exciting time for me and my partner. It’s been a work in progress for quite some time, but we are finally in the home stretch of finishing building our dream home. He and I were renting for the first five years of our relationship, until one day we realised how much money …
Something I’ve always loved is my bath. I love coming home after a long day and removing all the bad energy from my body with a nice bath. It makes me feel clean, refreshed and relaxed. After fifty years of being a nurse, having a bath after work has been my go-to form of relaxation …