Walking distance from the CBD you can find a network of parks and green spaces, and literally thousands of magnificent wild parrots. The parrots of Melbourne are a multi-coloured riot of raucous joy.
The key to keeping a thriving retail environment is recognising the value of service. I don't mean the shoppers, they already know this. It's the retail stores which need to have a rethink about what customer service actually means.
Trawling through the wacky world of an Asian supermarket is good for the soul and does much less harm to the planet than buying a car full of disposable electronics. For $2.49 you can find something funny, tasty or tasteless. It just depends on your sense of humour and passion for bean based products.
Just because you live in the world's most eatable city doesn't mean your kitchen should be any less of a priority. In fact, we're going to make this one the heart of our home.
A year since moving into Melbourne's CBD I take stock of creating a peaceful life in a very noisy city. Can a confirmed introvert really enjoy living with 4 million other Aussies?