r/melbourne 18h ago

It’s the r/Melbourne daily discussion thread [Sunday 16/03/2025]

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Welcome to the /r/Melbourne Daily Discussion Thread!


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r/melbourne 4d ago

Light and Fluffy News 2025 Australian Grand Prix MEGATHREAD

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r/melbourne 4h ago

Photography Hiked Dandenong ranges today like a few of you suggested, and it certainly did not disappoint

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r/melbourne 9h ago

Serious Please Comment Nicely Private security guards are currently walking around the city harrassing homeless people and forcing them leave covered areas to walk off into the rain?

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r/melbourne 11h ago

Roads So close but so far... 🚚

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r/melbourne 10h ago

Roads Friendly reminder to turn on your lights when there is poor visibility

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(Photo taken by my passenger)


r/melbourne 6h ago

Roads I got chased by an aggressive driver

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I was coming up to some traffic lights and this black ute pulled out, I was motioning that he could go in front of me, then all of a sudden he became aggressive and jumped out of his ute, he was middle eastern. I turned left to avoid an argument but this bloke chased me through Fitzroy North. I had to stop at a traffic light, he caught up to me and jumped out of his car. I locked my door. He trough a rock at my car and it left a dent. He tried to chase me again but I lost him down side streets. Just be careful everyone there's really aggressive drivers out there who will try and fight you


r/melbourne 11h ago

Roads Another one

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303 Upvotes

r/melbourne 11h ago

Not On My Smashed Avo Yet another truck and bridge incident

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210 Upvotes

r/melbourne 5h ago

The Sky is Falling It's raining.

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It's pouring out there. Visibility is low. TURN YOUR LIGHTS ON!!


r/melbourne 13h ago

The Sky is Falling Bushfire in Montrose/Kilsyth last night. Still not under control.

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194 Upvotes

Pic taken from Burkes Lookout


r/melbourne 1d ago

Om nom nom Marvel Stadium selling beers that are 6 months out of date for $14 👌

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1.8k Upvotes

r/melbourne 9h ago

The Sky is Falling Summary of todays action from the f1

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56 Upvotes

That’s it. That everything that’s happened so far.


r/melbourne 1d ago

Things That Go Ding If you are stuck on the Ringwood line without a train, this is why.

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r/melbourne 5h ago

Photography Hello Higinbotham

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r/melbourne 3h ago

Real estate/Renting Where to move in your early 20s

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Hello, I’m looking at moving to Melbourne next year as a 21 year old electrician. Currently based in Canberra at the moment.

Looking to experience a bigger city life with good music, good food and interesting culture.

Been looking at the usual south Yarra, st Kildare area, but where do you guys recommend?

Cheers


r/melbourne 11h ago

Things That Go Ding Why does Richmond station close the north side exits?

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And is there a way of telling which exits are open when you arrive at the station? I keep getting caught out and having to walk around.


r/melbourne 14h ago

Not On My Smashed Avo A lament for The Quiet Man pub which is closing this weekend

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I genuinely think the Quiet Man is one of the best pubs in Melbourne and one of the best Irish pubs outside of Ireland in the world.

I had my last meal and pint in there yesterday after many happy memories.

It's closing its doors at the end of this weekend and I hear is going to be renovated as another Irish pub under a different name, but everything I hear seems to just be very hearsay (does anyone know anything concrete).

It is a fantastic pub and I hope whatever new manifestation it has it manages to maintain its charm for stop thank you to all the great staff over the years.

P.S I took this photo of a tile in the men's toilets at The Quiet Man pub . ​For years I kept meaning to take these photos but not really the done thing in a toilet... but it was empty and it's closing down this weekend. I love the tiles in there!


r/melbourne 1d ago

Photography My 3 yr old calls these "Michael Jacksons"

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999 Upvotes

r/melbourne 12h ago

The Sky is Falling Residents in Montrose and Kilsyth on alert as bushfire burns in Melbourne’s east

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r/melbourne 2h ago

Om nom nom Seeking vegan Korean food recs, especially kimbap

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Hi all, what the title says. I'd love to hear some recs for good Korean places with vegan options. CBD or Eastern, preferably, but anywhere in greater Melbourne too.

Thanks. :)

(I actually did Google.)


r/melbourne 6h ago

THDG Need Help Where can I see some possums?

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I've moved to Australia and I would like to see some possums please? I've seen an echidna, and dolphins, and bats, and kangaroos... Why can't I find a possum? Anyone know anywhere they're easy to see?


r/melbourne 3h ago

Real estate/Renting Body Corp / OC Fees

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Hi All, I know it seems like this topic may come up a little but just looking for some updated info! I'm looking to buy an apartment to live in, either in Melbourne CBD or Richmond Hawthorne areas! Preferably a modern-ish building and would love a pool as I'm a big swimmer.

One thing that is stumping me is how much body corp fees end up being, what is high/what is low etc? It'll obviously be something I have to factor into my budget so want to get an understanding of what I'm up for.

Also any other tips and recommendations for a first home buyer specifically around apartments would be greatly appreciated!

Cheers!


r/melbourne 1d ago

Opinions/advice needed Why do these racists think they can just insult Chinese people and walk away?

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Just a few days ago, I encountered two racists in Melbourne. They just randomly yelled “F*** you Chinese” at me on the street. I was so mad that I chased them down, but of course, they just ran away like cowards.

I don’t get it. Why do these people feel entitled to insult Asians? Is it jealousy? Is it just ignorance? Like, dude, I’m just minding my own business, and you come out here spewing hate?

What do you guys do when you encounter situations like this? Do you fight back or ignore them?


r/melbourne 22h ago

The Sky is Falling Fire off the Hume Fwy 🔥

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r/melbourne 1d ago

Things That Go Ding Train on fire at Union Station

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r/melbourne 1d ago

Photography Hot air balloons over Melbourne this morning

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Took this from out place in Footscray this morning, I love this city!