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A raised bed in the courtyard, a community garden or simply swapping cuttings and seeds: gardening connects generations. People without a garden of their own are often happy to share a bed. Do you have plants, tools or …

Snow and ice are a real challenge for older or unwell neighbours. If you're clearing your own path anyway, you can often do a few metres more. Sharing a bag of grit between several houses saves effort too. Who in City o…

Moving for training or university is exciting, but it can feel a bit lonely at first. Sports groups, choirs, youth clubs or volunteering are great ways to meet people quickly. And sometimes just saying hi here is enough…

Sport doesn't have to mean pressure. Bouldering, skating, volleyball in the park or running with friends: the main thing is that you enjoy moving. Many clubs offer free taster sessions. What sport is popular in City of …

Festivals, customs and small rituals connect people across decades. Which tradition in City of Melbourne means the most to you, and do you take part yourself? Tell us about it in the comments!

So many nice things happen that never make the papers: a lost wallet returned, a new shop opening, a lovely celebration. What good news from City of Melbourne would you like to share this week? We look forward to your p…

A sunrise over the rooftops, a front garden in bloom or a funny sign: home is full of great pictures. Show us your best photo of the week from City of Melbourne and tell us briefly where you took it!

=== 19th century === Melbourne was founded in 1835, during the reign of King William IV, following the arrival of the schooner Enterprize near the present site of the Queen's Wharf. Unlike other Australian capital citie…

The City of Melbourne is a local government area in Victoria, Australia, which constitutes the inner city area of Melbourne. In 2021, the city had an area of 37.7 square kilometres (14.6 sq mi) and a population of 149,6…

Bach, J S - Goldberg Variations, BWV988 Musopen · Public Domain

piano concerto in a minor, op. 16 - i. allegro molto moderato Musopen · Public Domain

Nocturne no. 2 in e-flat major, op. 62 Musopen · Public Domain

Public domain music from musopen.com Musopen · Public Domain

Piano Sonata No. 32 in C minor, Op. 111. First bars Musopen · Public Domain

Borodin: In the Steppes of Central Asia (Russian: В средней Азии, V srednyeĭ Azii, literally "In Central Asia") Musopen · Public Domain

Recording of music written by Frederic Chopin Musopen · Public Domain

Recording of music written by Frederic Chopin Musopen · Public Domain

Recording is of a Mozart piece. It is recorded by artis as part of the MusOpen Project project. Musopen · Public Domain

Recording is of a Mozart piece. It is recorded by artis as part of the MusOpen Project project. Musopen · Public Domain

Recording is of a Mozart piece. It is recorded by artis as part of the MusOpen Project project. Musopen · Public Domain