St Kilda

has grown up, and the local residents are super passionate about their area. They will stand up and fight for it if they have to. Bohemian and retro types fit right in, and so do those that love constant action. They will constantly protest if they disagree with a new development taking shape.

Once upon a time, was a honeymoon destination until it became prostitution and drugs central in the 70's. Popular Australian rock band The Hunters and Collectors played many a gig here in launching their music career in the 80's.



There are no excuses to be bored. There is so much to do to stay entertained in this area. Acland and Fitzroy Streets have plenty of gastronomic feasts on offer.

Although the intelligent types have given the area a good name, however some hard core drugs and prostitution can still surface - combined with homelessness.



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is 'home' to old style art deco apartments predominantly, although newer low rise apartments with balconies are also holding up.



Postcode: 3182

Vibe:Let's catch up, eat and philosophise.



If was a food it would be:Lentil Burger.

If was a cartoon character it would be:Sylvester and Felix The Cat.



If was a shoe it would be: Dr Martens Boots and Birkenstocks.

Parking: A challenge. If you're a local you don't need a car. With service improvements to tram route 96, you're home and hosed. In fact, tram route 96 is the fastest tram route in Melbourne.

Transport: Serviced by multiple tram routes with Road as a gateway. The busiest and most popular tram route is route 96 that terminates at Acland Street, and then heads back to East Brunswick.

Direction: South

Distance from the CBD: 6km

Nearby areas: Elwood, Balaclava, Middle Park, Albert Park, South Melbourne and Port Melbourne.



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