What are the most fun things to do in Melbourne on holiday? I've got 4 days as a solo female traveller in my 30s. I'm not into footy but open to shopping, good places to eat (cheaply), cultural things and tourist attractions. Inspire me!
posted by EatMyHat
on May 8, 2013 -
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(Australian) Melbournian mefites - can any of you recommend a trans-friendly therapist?
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posted by anonymous
on Mar 13, 2013 -
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I have inherited a watch that was purchased a few years ago for about $2000. It has rarely been worn and I think it has all of the box/paperwork with it (from what I can see from similar watches online), including the purchase receipt. My question is where/how can I sell it? Either by listing it online, but there seems to be so many websites, or in person via a second hand dealer or similar?
I've seen lots of watch websites, but are some better than others? Especially considering I don't have a profile or history on such sites. Thanks
posted by MT
on Feb 9, 2013 -
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I will soon be visiting Melbourne and Perth. Please tell me about your favourite hangouts and gin joints!
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posted by hot soup girl
on Oct 23, 2012 -
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I'll have four days in Melbourne a couple of weeks from now. What should I do? I'll be alone, staying in the central city and hiring a bike. I'm interested in: scenic cycle routes, standup comedy, hanging out in pleasant places with a book, cheap but delicious ethnic food, contemporary theatre, massage and other spa-like pampering, outdoor markets, interesting bike shops, nice bars for a quiet solo drink, small music venues and artisan chocolate/baking/sweets. And anything else wonderful and uniquely Melbourne that you think someone with those sorts of interests might like. (Vintage shopping too, but I've already got lots of advice on that from
this question) Melburnians, I am so desperately in need of a break. Please help me have the best weekend ever!
posted by embrangled
on Aug 26, 2012 -
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I'm going to be spending the upcoming weekend in Melbourne, and am interested in shopping for vintage and handcrafted items, as well as general wandering/people watching. Where should I go?
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posted by Georgina
on May 17, 2012 -
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I promised to take my girlfriend, soon to head overseas for a year, to a really nice restaurant in Melbourne on Friday night before she leaves. 24 hours should be enough to book in to Movida, right? Apparently not...
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posted by chmmr
on Mar 15, 2012 -
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I am seeking a physician in Melbourne, Australia who specializes in, or at least has substantial experience with, Testosterone Replacement Therapy for men.
I've tried a hundred Google searches but I can't find anyone close -- only general listings for endocrinologists or urologists.
Any specific info, or personal recommendations, would be greatly appreciated. (Email addresses would be especially helpful.) Thanks!
posted by laswingkid
on Feb 10, 2012 -
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Recommend a bathroom renovation company or builder in Melbourne, Australia?
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posted by dave99
on Feb 6, 2012 -
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Sydney vs Melbourne as a pedestrian paradise: I am a sociologist doing a study which involves observing pedestrians/window shoppers/etc. I am based in New York City, which is fantastic for my field of work. In Feb/March, I plan to go to Australia for two months, to either Sydney or Melbourne. I have never been to Australia before. QUESTION: Which city has more of a "pedestrian culture"? That is, which is more of a "walking city?" (If you know New York City, my favorite place to observe is Union Square -- I am looking for a comparable location.) Would prefer a place filled with locals, not tourists. Thanks!
posted by laswingkid
on Nov 27, 2011 -
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Seeking anecdata about the Howard Florey Institute in Melbourne! I might have a lead on an interesting project there, but nobody in my network has any experience of the place - does anyone on Mefi? Or could anyone introduce me to someone there who wouldn't mind answering a few questions via email? Thanks enormously!
posted by nicolas léonard sadi carnot
on Nov 3, 2011 -
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I'm thinking about having a suit custom-made. I have read the AskMe archives (and the English Cut website) on custom-made clothes, but most of them refer to men's suits. What should I look for (and ask for) in a woman's suit?
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posted by OLechat
on Oct 18, 2011 -
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In a few weeks, I will be relocating from Perth to Melbourne. I am looking for tips or information that will help make the transition as smooth as possible.
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posted by Defying Gravity
on Sep 17, 2011 -
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People who live in Melbourne, Victoria (are you out there?). I need a recommendation for a women's hairdresser in the Fairfield/Alphington/Clifton Hill/North Fitzroy area.
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posted by jojobobo
on May 31, 2011 -
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Hey everyone. I'm going to Australia for 23 days in July, and would dearly love some advice as to how to spend them.
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posted by Kirn
on May 30, 2011 -
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What should I do with one day in Melbourne? I'm going to the
Golden Plains Festival next weekend, but I'm arriving a day early so I have a whole Friday in Melbourne with nothing to do. I've already been to the ACMI and The Espy, and I've got plans for the night.
I like old books, videogames, pinball, and neat bars.
posted by Lovecraft In Brooklyn
on Mar 7, 2011 -
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Does anyone know any sections of rivers or creeks not too far out of Melbourne (Australia) that are very wide yet quite shallow? You know the type, like something you see in a documentary about Alaskan bears with pebbles on the bottom and crystal clear water. After swimming in an amazing river in West Virginia may years ago I've dreamed about finding a similar one over here.
posted by soymilk
on Feb 16, 2011 -
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Asking on behalf of my brother, who has just moved to Melbourne with his girlfriend. They are looking for a house to rent, and have been going through the usual real estate agents, etc. They were talking to a couple of friends of theirs, who were also looking for a place to rent, and who just found a private rental property (ie. through the landlord, not through a real estate agent) on Gumtree. My brother was wondering if there is some sort of website or centralised place to find private rental properties in Melbourne?
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posted by Piroska
on Feb 14, 2011 -
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I'm moving interstate and don't want to take my compost + worms with me, but I don't want to just throw it away. Any suggestions for how to find people who might want it?
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posted by Joe Chip
on Feb 13, 2011 -
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I'm traveling with friends to Australia in March, and this will be the first time I've left North America! I'm covered on basic travel requirements (passport, ETA, etc), but what else should I bring with me? What should I know (about traveling, about Australia... anything!)?
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posted by katillathehun
on Jan 11, 2011 -
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Melbourne, Australia for the food and wine festival - Where to stay?
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posted by nvly
on Dec 9, 2010 -
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I'm getting married in January, and I'm looking for a low key place to hold the reception, in Melbourne.au
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posted by tomble
on Aug 16, 2010 -
7 answers
In Friday's issue of
The Australian, the
Entrepreneur lift-out had an article about two (Melbourne?) investment bankers who fell foul of the GFC then started their own clothing business, based on a wildly successful business model from France - something about factory seconds, or end-of-season stuff from high-end labels. I think they have something like 250,000 subscribers, and last month they turned over a million bucks. What was the name of the Melbourne start-up and what was its French inspiration?
posted by obiwanwasabi
on Jul 30, 2010 -
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I'm an American guy in my mid-late twenties living in Melbourne, Australia for (at least) the next eight months. My social life was quite exciting when I first moved here during late summer, but lately it feels a bit stagnant at times. I'm looking for ideas of activities to get involved with, to make use of my free time and help me connect with new people (friends of both sexes, plus THE LADIES).
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posted by adamk
on Jul 25, 2010 -
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Does anyone know of a good camera repairer on the north side of Melbourne? I've just moved to Melbourne and the shutter on my Bronica ETR has jammed. As I am new here, I don't yet know of any good repairers. Do you?
posted by i8nastyman
on Jul 8, 2010 -
2 answers
Do hackers go into people's Skype accounts and break up with the account owner's SO? Also, if there's anyone in Melbourne, Australia, preferably Carnegie, who could give me some help, I could definitely use it.
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posted by smorange
on Jul 5, 2010 -
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I'm wondering where I can find some community noticeboards in Liverpool, England?
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posted by chmmr
on Jun 24, 2010 -
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Can anyone recommend a good dentist in Melbourne, Australia? We live in Seddon and don't have private health cover. Not horribly expensive preferred but quality of work is more important.
posted by Wantok
on May 13, 2010 -
2 answers
How can we make ourselves more attractive potential tenants?
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posted by lwb
on Apr 18, 2010 -
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MelbourneFilter - what are some funky neighbourhoods to explore now I've seen & done everything in Collingwood, Fitzroy, Carlton, Brunswick, Prahran, Windsor & St Kilda?
posted by UbuRoivas
on Apr 13, 2010 -
14 answers
Where to find a pinball machine in Melbourne (preferably in a pub)? South Melbourne, the CBD and Fitzroy are my preferential destinations (in that order).
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posted by the quidnunc kid
on Apr 7, 2010 -
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Does anyone know a good psychotherapist / psychologist in Melbourne? some details inside for what I need.
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posted by anonymous
on Mar 21, 2010 -
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Does anyone know where I can buy 2nd hand textbooks in Melbourne, or a good Australia-based online used book supplier?
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posted by beccyjoe
on Feb 28, 2010 -
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Things to do with quite small children in Melbourne during this week... with no car. Got any good suggestions?
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posted by taff
on Feb 28, 2010 -
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Looking for graffiti in Melbourne Australia of a big "CW" which stands for "Crime-wave" (a gang I believe).
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posted by Bacillus
on Feb 9, 2010 -
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Going to Melbourne (Australia) for 1 week have $400 how should I spend it? Accomodation has been paid...
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posted by Bacillus
on Feb 1, 2010 -
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I just got a research fellowship in Melbourne and am moving there in mid February- hooray! Now I need to find an apartment. Complications: I don’t know a soul there and I currently live in the United States.
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posted by emd3737
on Dec 4, 2009 -
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