Explore Melbourne
Australian Catholic University
The students at Australian Catholic University enjoy magnificent views across Fitzroy and Collingwood.
South lawn carpark
This carpark under the South Lawn at Melbourne University is unique and stunning. It was used as a film set in the first Mad Max movie.
St Vincent's Hospital
This is a behind-the-scenes tour of one of Melbourne's largest hospitals, St Vincent's. Magnificent views of the city.
Sailors & Soldiers Memorial Hall
The now derelict Collingwood Sailors & Soldiers Memorial Hall in Abbotsford was opened by Jacka in 1924.
ANZ safety deposit
These former safety deposit vaults are situated below street level in Queen Street. They are a marvel of high security and beautifully decorative stained glass.
Russian House
Russian House preserves, fosters and promotes Russian culture and historical heritage in the state of Victoria.
Bakery Hill Distillery
This legendary whisky distiller is moving to new premises at 411 Macaulay Rd, Kensington. The relocation is almost complete.
Telstra exchanges
We were fortunate to visit some telephone exchanges in Northcote, Thornbury and Ivanhoe (thanks to Sue from Telstra). Fascinating!
Snap Industrial Laundry
Another Fitzroy landmark, the Snap Industrial Laundry, disappears. At least it is being replaced by a distillery.
Christian Israelite Church
An historic church (1861) without windows in Fitzroy Street, Fitzroy. Founded by John Wroe in the UK 1822.
Rites of Passage
Rites of Passage is an annual tattoo festival that features the best artists from around Australia.
Incinerator Gallery
An incinerator designed by the famous architect Walter Burley Griffin has been converted into an art gallery.
Naked for Satan
Naked for Satan is a restaurant in Brunswick Street. It has a colourful history and spectacular views.
Clocktower Centre
The Clocktower Centre, previously known as Essendon Town Hall or Moonee Ponds Town Hall, is now used for performing arts.
Geoffrey Kaye Museum
This museum has the largest collection worldwide in its field and yet very few people know about it.
South Melbourne Town Hall
South Melbourne Town Hall (formerly Emerald Hill) is one of Melbourne's most magnificent Victorian era buildings.
Heavenly Queen Temple
This impressive Taoist Temple complex is the largest in Australia.
Footscray Market rooftop
Up on top of Footscray market is a hidden gem. Such magnificent views.
Collins Street looking East circa 1890
180° Elevated view of Melbourne looking East along Collins taken circa 1890
Linh Son Buddhist Temple
This former Buddhist Temple is in complete ruins with only the gate still looking good. There is an interesting financial back-story.
Camberwell Town Hall
360° Panoramic view of Camberwell's Historic Towers
Richmond Town Hall
Richmond Town Hall was built in 1869 and got a new facade, changing its appearance to the fashionable Art Deco style in the 1930s.
Richmond from Town Hall Gigapixel
360° Gigapixel Panoramic views of Richmond, Melbourne and surrounding suburbs
Melbourne from Shrine of Remembrance
360° Gigapixel Panoramic views of Melbourne and suburbs from the Shrine of Remembrance