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This blog is my journey as I discover my new city, join me as I find new places to visit, eat and meet people. I'll also happily share any tips I find along the way :)
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I moved with my family from Texas to Melbourne in January 2010. I love this new city of mine and and have decided that throughout my next year here I will try and experience all that Melbourne has to offer.

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Since moving to Australia in January I was still feeling like all I knew of the Aboriginal people was from what I saw on Crocodile Dundee. After visiting the Melbourne Museum I felt a...   Read more
Werribee Open Range Zoo Posted on 04/05/2010

There are three zoos in Melbourne and I made it to the last one this weekend, Werribee Open Range Zoo. When we arrived the ticket guy immediately booked us in for the safari tour, we only...   Read more
Abbotsford Convent Posted on 01/05/2010

The beautiful building and grounds of the Abbotsford Convent were home to the Sisters of the Good Shepherd between 1863 and 1975. During this time they "provided shelter, food and work...   Read more
Lentil As Anything Posted on 24/04/2010

I took the opportunity today to visit a very different and delicious restaurant, Lentil As Anything. This restaurant was unlike any I have ever visited before; Lentil survives on the...   Read more
Toto's Pizza House Posted on 17/04/2010

We were craving some Italian the other night and were having dinner with friends, so gave Toto's a try. We've walked by plenty of times and it's always bustling with lots of...   Read more
Queen Victoria Market Posted on 13/04/2010

It was brought to my attention that I have failed to do a post about Queen Victoria Market! I can explain why... I live close enough to our beloved market that I am lucky enough to do lots...   Read more
Ying Thai 2 Posted on 12/04/2010

Among all the Italian restaurants on Lygon Street there a few misplaced Asian restaurants that should not be overlooked. We tried out Ying Thai 2 last Friday night and if the number of...   Read more
Great Ocean Road Posted on 10/04/2010

I had a friend visiting from the United States and decided it was the perfect opportunity to tour the Great Ocean Road. Since I live in the CBD and don't have a car I had to come up...   Read more
Birrarung Marr Posted on 09/04/2010

Head down the steps from Federation Square and turn left (as opposed to walking into the Yarra River), you'll find Birrarung Marr Its name comes from the language of the Wurundjeri...   Read more
Suga Posted on 09/04/2010

Got a Sweet Tooth?Suga Lolly Shop is a great place to stop for a treat while shopping at the Royal Arcade or anywhere along Bourke Street Mall. They make the lollies right there in the shop...   Read more
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  • I would like to leave in Australia at the end of this year. But, I don't know anybody. I want to meet australian people before leaving!!!! I am 23 years old and my name is sabrina.
    By saby9998 2010-04-16, 23h10
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