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A blog for those who are Melbourne Curious... A celebration of the city's architecture, streetscapes, heritage and style!

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For those who are Melbourne Curious... A celebration of the city's architecture, streetscapes, heritage and style

Melbourne Open House 2010

Do not forget that the fabulous Melbourne Open House (MOH) is on this weekend: 24-25 July. This is an exciting (and free!) event which opens up the buildings... Read more
Posted on 23 July 2010 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL
The Block Arcade: The Hopetoun Tea Rooms

The Hopetoun Tea Rooms is one of the greatest treasures of the Block Arcade. The salon has been part of the Block's history from the very beginning as it... Read more
Posted on 16 July 2010 DESTINATIONS
The Block Arcade: Spectacular Ceilings

This is Part 3 of my series on the Block Arcade. For Part 1, click here For Part 2, click hereThe Collins Street entrance to the Block Arcade is flanked by two... Read more
Posted on 16 July 2010 DESTINATIONS
The Block Arcade: The Basement

In the previous post, I discussed the history of the Block Arcade from when it was built in 1892-93. But what about beforehand? Read more
Posted on 16 July 2010 DESTINATIONS