What happened to Melbourne backpacker hostels?

Unfortunately, that was the case for Paul Seddon, who operated the 50-bed Collingwood Backpackers for 20 years until he decided to sell the Johnston Street building, shut down the business and retire. last year, knowing it would be years before backpackers returned. The Collingwood Backpackers building, which has now been sold.Credit:Google maps “Since I... Read More

“We’re back baby”: how this first Australian Pride Center gives hope to a neighborhood | Australian way of life

Fitzroy Street St Kilda has a shiny new centerpiece – the Victorian Pride Center has finally opened to the public with the lifting of the state lockdown. The queer community center, which is the only one of its kind in Australia and one of the largest in the world, will be home to... Read More

The best properties for sale in Victoria right now

Add this selection of must-see properties across the state to your wishlist. 13 Ward Ave, Caulfield North VIC 3161 How refreshing to discover a house that stands out. This unique design offers all the luxury expected with a distinctive panache. The living spaces shine with light from the walls of the windows and... Read More

refugee sues Australian government for alleged illegal imprisonment in Melbourne hotels | Australian immigration and asylum

A refugee held for more than a year at two hotels in Melbourne is suing the federal government for damages, arguing that his use of the hotels to detain immigrants is illegal. Mostafa “Moz” Azimitabar is suing the Australian government in federal court for unlawful imprisonment. He seeks damages for his detention of more... Read More

Beware of high fees, high interest rates on payday loans

If you are having trouble paying your bills, you might want to consider a payday loan. Corn Consumer Reports warns you that you need to be careful! Even with some recent reforms, many of these loans still come with high fees and very high interest rates. The good news is that there are... Read More

Six winter date ideas in the interior south to impress your special someone

in partnership with It may not be pretending to long, balmy summer evenings, but winter still has a lot to do when it comes to romance. And if you’re looking for the perfect destination to woo that special someone, we can assure you that cute and cozy options abound in South Melbourne, even... Read More

$ 620 million Travelodge hotel portfolio sold to Salter Brothers JV by McVay Real Estate

Salter Brothers Managing Director Paul Salter said: “The transaction allows us to capitalize on the evolution of the hospitality industry in Australia. a big indicator for Australia’s future, we’re seeing that across all sectors, which is really encouraging. Paul Salter of Salter Brothers has confirmed the acquisition of the Travelodge portfolio from Mirvac and... Read More

10 UNESCO World Heritage sites that blend nature and culture

Yeses, all UNESCO World Heritage sites are special by definition. But only 39 of the more than 1,000 are mixed, which means they are known for their cultural and natural characteristics. Many are islands and / or mountains. A few are famous: Machu Picchu, Tikal, Cappadocia. And some are unexpected: Ibiza? It’s more than... Read More

Indian banks must stop relying on personal loans

As India’s large, best-run bank is feeling a bit of heat, the question is how the second wave of covid will impact other banks on the bad debt front. While failed loans remain a concern, there is a structural problem at the heart of India’s banking system. This could limit their expansion in... Read More

Perth in line to host finals after AFL asks Joondalup Resort to book potential hub

The return of Curnow – and potentially McKay who was late for the North Melbourne game – would help make sense of the game facing the Tokyo Olympics. Loading The AFL is also considering how best to place Sydney and GWS, who remain in Queensland, away from the NSW lockdown. Sydney’s important clash with... Read More

Danielle McGuire and daughter to be evicted from St Kilda Inn

Underworld associate Danielle McGuire and her eldest daughter Brittany to be evicted from a St Kilda hostel after failing to pay nearly $ 100,000 in rent at the Punt Road premises where they run an accommodation business economic. A possession warrant was issued by the Victoria Supreme Court on July 12, which allows sheriff’s... Read More

Melbourne’s latest culinary highlights, July 22, 2021

• Mark this: Large formatThe recently updated live list of over 100 Melbourne restaurants to order take out. • Moroccan fish pita with fennel. Miso-caramel and cornflake pie. Frozen profiteroles covered with ganache. Place your order now for Hope St Radio’s weekend take-out festivities. • Pasta presto: where to find fresh, finished pasta... Read More

North Bay credit unions saw record growth in deposits in first quarter, as loans increased 13%: report

Snapshot of nine credit unions in Sonoma, Solano, Napa and Marin counties shows double-digit increases in key metrics such as savings account deposits and lending activity through the end of March . According to the California and Nevada Credit Union Leagues, the Ontario association representing financial institutions, $ 4.5 billion has been deposited... Read More

Taco Truck Takes On Birria Tacos Internet Madness; One kilo Thai-style mud crab; Great Korean-inspired brioche sandwiches

Stuck for easy dinner ideas? Got a less than fully stocked pantry and can’t bother messing around in the kitchen? Or maybe you just want to splash around for no reason? Melbourne restaurants are here for you. While we eagerly await and keep our fingers crossed for food service to make a return,... Read More

Hopes to stop AFL Grand Final Westward

The AFL is working with state governments and stadiums to create “barren halls” for team movement during the finals, while WA has signaled its interest in hosting the grand final if crowds are left out of the CWM in September. Last year’s decisive game between Richmond and Geelong was played in Brisbane after the... Read More

[+] Hotel brands line up for debut in Australia

Developers find a new hotel niche New brands are opening up in the hotel sector with storytelling, niche clientele and location playing a big role in hotel selection. Boutique brands have attracted interest from global companies seeking to strengthen their market share in an environment of cheap and abundant capital. In recent years, Accor... Read More

Surviving Australian hotel quarantine – The New York Times

The letter from Australia is a weekly newsletter from our Australia office. Register now to receive it by email. Two weeks of isolation. No fresh air. An underground barter and information network. It sounds like a prison drama or a dystopian sci-fi movie, but it is the reality of Australians repatriated and subjected to... Read More

“Back to square one” for restaurateurs while locking 5.0 bites

Yianni Poupouzas, whose family owns two Nikos restaurants in Oakleigh and Fairfield, said they were only taking 5-10% of normal income since returning to take out only. Loading Prior to this lockdown, activity had returned to around 80% of normal levels “and now we are back to square one”. The hardest part was... Read More

Canada plans to let fully vaccinated residents avoid hotel quarantine

OTTAWA – Canada will take its first, limited step towards lifting border restrictions next month, the country’s health minister said on Wednesday. Canadian citizens and fully vaccinated permanent residents returning home will no longer have to self-quarantine at a government-designated airport hotel until they test negative for a coronavirus test administered to their arrival,... Read More

How to make St Kilda like you’re in The Secret Life of Us

“Start to feel my head in your space, start to lose sight of the days of the week …” The secret life of us was the maturity of Australian commercial television. This sophisticated soap opera about the emotional lives of nine brilliant young people was the first to realistically portray the lives of... Read More

Upscale suburb with something for everyone

If Toorak seems a bit too exclusive and St Kilda a bit bohemian, South Yarra, tucked in between the two, might be just the ticket. Craig Lawson, aka Mr Fashion Man, moved to South Yarra nine years ago, drawn to the references of suburban fashion and food. He runs his business Craig Lawson... Read More

Your guide to traveling between Melbourne Airport and the CBD

Whether you’re just visiting Melbourne or catching a regular plane from the Victorian capital, there are plenty of choices for trips to and from the airport. Convenience will be a factor for many – especially when carrying one or three suitcases – while cost is another: and a factor that can affect your choices... Read More

Victoria falls short of historic piers protection target

“Once loses that commercial power, it seems to be seen simply as a piece of infrastructure around the bay. But these things take on new life in terms of social value – it’s a place to walk around and enjoy the sea. The pier is the crown jewel, it’s the focal point... Read More

Bar Moubray brings vintage European hunting lodge vibes to St Kilda Road

Catering maestro Bruce Keebaugh takes an agile approach as an event planner for The Commons on St Kilda Road, closing the beer garden for the winter and opening Bar Moubray, a period paneled lounge with a return of fox hunt feel. “It’s the perfect, cozy and warm winter space with winter food and... Read More

Understand the country in which we reside

The notion of Heal the country – this year’s theme for NAIDOC Week – aims to recognize the importance of the land and calls for stronger action to recognize, protect and maintain all aspects of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and heritage. So for all of us Heal the countryit is important to... Read More

These hidden gems in Scotland will make you rethink Edinburgh

When planning to travel to Scotland the first place that comes to your mind is Edinburgh. But did you know that there are other wonderful places you can visit beyond the popular city? From Kelpies to Smoo Cave, Plockton, Skye Oban and St. Kilda, these are Scotland’s hidden gems that will make you... Read More

Pelligra takes over the old Ramada Encore hotel

The Pelligra Group bought one of Melbourne’s largest suburban accommodation assets, the former Ramada Encore hotel in Dandenong, for $ 10.5 million. Now closed, the hotel in the city’s southeast has been sold by Phileo Australia, a developer and investor, who deregistered it two years ago. On the buyer’s side is Pelligra, a busy... Read More

Full of money, lenders woo businesses with cheap loans

MUMBAI : Banks are aggressively evaluating long-term business loans to attract high-rated business clients from other banks amid excess liquidity, tighter credit standards and weak demand. Lenders, mainly those in the private sector but also a few large public sector banks, offer long-term loans at the repo benchmark rate, which offers lower interest... Read More

Huge fine after huge no-mask dance party in Melbourne at Riva in St Kilda

A popular Melbourne venue has been fined massive after a dangerous COVID-19 rule violation with a no-mask dance party. At around 10:15 p.m. on Saturday, police were called to Riva during the Marine Parade in St Kilda and found a clear violation of health restrictions. Up to 1,000 people without masks were crammed... Read More

Woman fined after climbing balconies to escape hotel quarantine in Cairns, Queensland, records new locally acquired COVID-19 case

A woman in quarantine after returning from Sydney reportedly climbed fourth-floor balconies to access an outside staircase at the Pacific Hotel in Cairns to escape quarantine, Queensland Police said. Key points: Police say woman fled hotel quarantine to visit her mother She faced a Cairns court this morning Six new cases of COVID-19 were... Read More

Hotel plans unveiled for Melbourne Gothic Church

Melbourne-based developer Tim Gurner has stepped up efforts in the hotel industry, planning plans for his second boutique hotel in central Melbourne. In its latest purchase, the developer acquired a historic old bluestone church and former Sunday school hall site at 145-151 High Street in Prahran. The sites, acquired off the market for an... Read More

Visit Port Phillip | Melbourne urban list

Melburnians, we have a little secret: you don’t have to travel far from the CBD to treat yourself to a lush micro-escape. And after the unpredictability of the blockages, we are so ready to escape our four walls and support local businesses once again. Boasting a plethora of winter pop-ups, creative exhibits, food... Read More

Palaszczuk to ask National Cabinet to reduce international arrivals as part of COVID quarantine squeeze

Queensland’s quarantine hotels are almost full and Prime Minister Annastacia Palaszczuk has said she will push for a reduction in international arrivals to the National Cabinet. Key points: Prime Minister Annastacia Palaszczuk says Queensland quarantine system needs more beds Deputy Prime Minister Steven Miles highlights recent surge in overseas arrivals They are pushing for... Read More

Melbourne’s latest culinary news, July 1, 2021

• Here are four reasons to love Carlton’s new pasta paradise, Al Dente Enoteca. (A: It’s a visa holder success – and lockdown.) • This surprisingly extraordinary snag is a must order at Aru, one of Melbourne’s best new restaurants. • A new Melbourne supper club is taking good dining back to the... Read More