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When art does all the talking
Private collectors are shy, hiding behind their artworks, but they do love to make a fuss about the artists in their collection.
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Seniors out of the suburbs
Bill Clark has Melbourne’s Peregrine falcon livestream playing on the computer in his apartment. After a while, the falcon stands up, revealing the nest at the top of 367 Collins St.
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To teach is to listen
In 13 different spaces within the City of Melbourne, 1500 retirees regularly congregate for classes as part of the University of the Third Age (U3A).
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One of the mob
The buildings are grander and more institutional if you approach the CBD from the north. Even the houses on the northern fringe have arched verandas.
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On a housing mission
A social conscience is a difficult concept that many struggle with but few conquer. Robert Pradolin is an ideas person on housing and he’s letting his social conscience drive him.
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Our city’s surprise community
Having lived in the CBD for more than 10 years, Jenny Eltham can confidently say that it is one of Melbourne’s best kept secrets.
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Emotionally attached to the art world
The Flinders Lane Gallery has occupied a special place in the streetscape for 30 years and many collectors have fond memories of coming to openings then going out dining nearby.
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Shy publican supports songsters
Irish poets pride themselves on their art of composition and the publican of The Drunken Poet is modest.
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Accolades for Ludovic
A CBD resident aiming to eliminate waterway pollution has been receiving international recognition.
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Words to get by
If you live in the CBD everything you need might be just a block away.
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Aiming for a cleaner well-presented city
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