Docklands
is slowly becoming a lifestyle mecca
is an inner city revival. is the trendiest Inner Western hub of Melbourne, and some people refer to this area as still being in
town. Needless to say, is still a suburb in its own right. Hold onto your hat, is windy. In fact, the windiest suburb in Melbourne.
Once an area that serviced solely freight ships, is slowly becoming the second Southbank with residential apartment developments en masse, combined with some interesting street art and architecture combined.
Quirky art now lives here
What is known most for:
A short stroll from Southern Cross Station
Etihad Stadium
Quirky office buildings - the National Australia Bank (NAB) have just become owners of a second arty office block in the area.
High rise apartments galore
Melbourne's Channel 7 Newsroom
Harbour Town Shopping Centre
Medibank Ice House
Being known as "waterfront city."
Popular markets on Sunday's and at Christmas time
A hub for Christmas carols by candlelight nights
An abundance of restaurants
The waterfront
Who lives in :
Professionals in their 30's - corporate types
Professionals and executives in suits
Some well off families
Lifestyle conscious people who can afford to live here
Apartments galore
Housing wise, you've guessed it: is home to many high rise apartments with gyms, security intercoms and swimming pools. More apartments are being built in the precinct. Rents and house prices are expensive. If you'e lucky, enviable views of Melbourne City are enjoyed.
A park area right near the main shopping centre
Postcode: 3008
Vibe: Let's negotiate another business deal over lunch and wine.
If was a food it would be: A seafood platter.
If was a cartoon character it would be: Cinderella (after she marries the prince).
If was a shoe it would be: Armani or Versace.
Parking: Forget it.
Transport: Tram routes 70 and 86 service . The Free City Circle Tram also services this area.
Direction: West
Distance from the CBD: 1km
Nearby areas: West Melbourne, Southbank and South Wharf.
Dame Edna statue
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