Clifton Hill
From bullets to Pam the Bird, tower a reminder of the city’s industrial past
It’s stood tall in Melbourne’s inner north for more than 140 years, but surprisingly few know the important history behind this striking landmark.
- Gemma Grant
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Clifton Hill renters beat investor to buy $1.5m house in their neighbourhood
The buyers were happy to find a home in their dream suburb, where they had rented since selling their Fitzroy North home years ago.
- Jim Malo
On the buses for footy fans; train tracks almost repaired
Footy fans braved not only a wet and chilly winter’s night on Saturday but also replacement buses, as works continue on the Mernda and Hurstbridge lines after a train derailed.
- Angus Delaney
Derailed train leaves 100m of damaged track as commuter chaos drags on
More than 100,000 commuters continue to face delayed and crowded journeys following a train derailment that has halted two of the city’s busiest lines for a week.
- Patrick Hatch and Angus Delaney
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- Public transport
‘Something underneath failed badly’: Safety investigators to probe train derailment
Safety experts have pointed out the unusual damage to a Metro Train carriage that came off its track.
- Patrick Hatch, Alexander Darling and Hannah Hammoud
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- Public transport
Two lines suspended as partially derailed train blocks tracks at Clifton Hill
Buses will continue to replace trains on the Hurstbridge and Mernda lines on Tuesday morning.
- Alexander Darling
First home buyers beat six others to pay $1m for Richmond terrace
An attractive price guide tempted seven bidders to try their luck at auction on Saturday. Agents say the home’s liveability, and its location inspired spirited bidding.
- Jim Malo
Our 11 favourite homes for sale in Victoria right now
Looking for your next home in Victoria? From a home with rammed-earth walls to another with mini-me cottages, we’ve got you covered.
- Jacqui Hammerton, Mary O'Brien and Lou Sweeney
- Opinion
- Life in the ’burbs
My suburb likes to hide its identity. Even our most famous building is misplaced
After coming up in the world, my suburb would love to build a moat around ourselves. Instead, we keep people out with a welcomed level crossing and plethora of speed bumps.
- Cara Waters
Melbourne suburbs where house prices are falling fastest right now
Several Melbourne bayside suburbs, including one of the most prestigious, have recorded steep drops in the last three months.
- Jim Malo