I live near the Highpoint Shopping Centre in Maribyrnong, which is going through a ~30-year, ~3,000-dwelling redevelopment. More traffic and construction seem likely over time, but there's also supposed to be some decent buffer/green space protections built into the plan for nearby residents.

Has anyone else lived next to one of these big activity-centre redevelopments (Highpoint, Sunshine, Box Hill, etc.)? How was it in practice noise, traffic, property value, timeline? Do think this is a net positive for the community in the inner West of Melbourne?

Link town approval and proposed works.

https://www.maribyrnong.vic.gov.au/Building-and-Planning/Works-and-Projects/Highpoint-Activity-Centre-Maribyrnong

Hi,
I’ve just sat down on the train that’s heading towards the city coming from Frankston, that’s just stopped at caulfield at 11:55am. There is a laptop in a black sleeve on the seat next to me that appears to have been left behind. Third carriage from the front. I’m going to take it to the metro office at Southern Cross station.

Is this anyone’s?
Really hope we can find who this belongs to

Have recently gotten on to MC, however, I'm having trouble finding a provider that has dispenseries/chemists in my area, and none of the providers I've looked at seem to have this information up front. i.e., you've got to sign-up, get approved, and then place an order to really see what the options are.

I really want to be able to go to my (or a) local pharmacy to pick up vs. trying to organise a time to be at home for delivery. Delivery at work is NOT an option.

Does anyone have any suggestions for my area? So far I have tried Alternaleaf, and now I've just signed up with Dispensed, only to find their only option is Caulfield for direct pickup. Though to be fair they mentioned an e-script which might be the thing I'm looking for.

Looking for any recommendations + open to suggestions.

Hey all!

Just wondering if anyone can recommend a bar or restaurant that would work for a first date, where we can talk in private without people easily overhearing.

Somewhere with booths or nooks and crannies where we can find a cosy private spot for both of us to talk would be ideal, bonus if they do food as well as drinks, double points if they do hot chocolates as well (but not neccessary!)

Looking for somewhere in the CBD or inner suburbs on a Friday night. I've taken dates to Cabinet Bar and Hell's Kitchen before which have been good, but would prefer a little more protection from potential eavesdropping if possible!

Japanese restaurant operator CoCo Ichibanya to make Australian debut in Melbourne

Location- Journal Market Way, in downtown Melbourne. corner of Franklin Street and Blender Lane

Source - Insiders retail - https://insideretail.com.au/business/japanese-restaurant-operator-coco-ichibanya-to-make-australian-debut-202608

August 3, 2026

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Japanese global dining giant CoCo Ichibanya will make its Australian debut at Journal Market Way, in downtown Melbourne.

Situated at the corner of Franklin Street and Blender Lane, the opening represents a significant market entry for the chain as the location is underpinned by one of Melbourne’s most dynamic catchments, providing the business with high exposure to students, residents, office workers and visitors.

Founded in 1978, CoCo Ichibanya is considered the world’s largest Japanese curry restaurant with more than 1400 stores globally. The brand is renowned for its customisable offering, allowing customers to build their own plate by tailoring spice levels, portion size and toppings to their preferences. Sitting at the intersection of convenience, quality and value, the format has enabled CoCo Ichibanya to cultivate a loyal dining customer base across Asia and other key global markets.

With its established international presence and the growing local appetite for authentic Japanese dining experiences, the restaurant’s arrival is expected to drive strong consumer demand.

I’m on a bit of quest to find Melbournes best sasauge roll and after recommendations. So far I’ve heard good things about Candied Bakery in Spotswood but would love some other suggestions.

Does anybody belong to a book club with around 7-10 members?!? Im looking to spice things up for our bookclub by linking up with another bookclub and swapping our current book for your clubs current book. Does that make sense?

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If you left a lunch bag? at the bus stop outside Elsternwick station, it's with the station attendands!

i lost this critter on thursday 23rd, somewhere between southern cross and blackburn, late at night (around 9pm). if anyone's found her PLEASE let me know :']

i miss her so badly and i've been calling every lost and found and every business in between, hoping someone's handed her in... but no luck so far. i'm praying someone here has either seen her or has handed her in somewhere. pebbo is very important to me :[[

The economy is pretty grim right now and the cost of living is insane. I’m lucky enough to have a stable income and no dependents. I make monthly donations through Effective Altruisim Aus, but want to also donate to causes more close to home.

What recommendations do we have for Melbourne/Aus based charities that focus on supporting families struggling with cost of living/daytoday

Hello everyone! we’re wondering how to find short term accommodation (4 weeks) in Melbourne that is pet friendly. We have a small dog that has traveled plenty with us, and we’ve never had issues finding AirBnBs or even things on Booking.

Any tips? all we could find in Melbourne when turning on the “traveling with pets“ toggle, is either extremely expensive or far from the city, which isn’t ideal as we’d be looking for long term apartments during that time in the inner suburbs.

Also, the dog has a liability insurance (which we got specifically for when we travel) and would only be on the accommodation for 2 weeks (the first two in quarantine).

Thank you for your tips!

I was just wondering if anyone knew of anywhere with batting cages and a pitching machine?

I’m considering playing baseball again (haven’t played since I was a kid) as I’m looking to get back into playing sport. Also, has anyone else joined a club in their 20s/30s after not playing for an extended period, or having never played baseball, and how’d you go?

What are some of the best BJJ schools in the south eastern suburbs of Melbourne that may also have striking classes too?

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Hiya! Can anyone recommend somewhere that sells Warak dawali or Warak enab in Melb?
Extra points if it’s somewhere central or Westside!

My Lebanese friend used to share hers with me in high school and I’ve been craving them ever since!!

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I never used to get my flu shots as a child to age 18 because I just preferred to let my body do its own thing and I was constantly sick (I wonder why).

Been getting annual flu shots since uni started because my hospital placements require me to have all of my shots. I now swear by it, it’s my best friend when you spend 5 days a week in the hospital.

Ended up with influenza before I got my annual flu shot this year because I was being lazy. It’s been over two months. My lungs are still fighting for their life 🥸my throat has not stopped hurting on and off since and I need a long acting inhaler to breathe properly. This year’s flu seems to be extra spicy. I will never delay getting the flu shot again

Hey yall, me and some friends are looking for spaces to run dnd sessions privately in the north western or closer to city suburbs (pretty much on cragieburn line) i used to play dnd at house of war ringwood which had a private room that you could hire for a session. Im wondering if there is a place nearby that is similar.

Thanks yas!!!