For those in Melbourne or know the area
 

We have today heard from our Relocation Agents regarding our temporary accommodation in Melbourne. THey have asked us to choose between CBD and South Yarra - can you help with the choice as I have no idea.

Many thanks.

Re: For those in Melbourne or know the area
 

Thats a bit like saying, London's CBD (say St Katherines Dock), compared to Kensington in london. Which would you choose out of those, because the geographical location, is much of a muchness, as far as this end is concerned.

Possibly the CBD, would have it over South Yarra, on location, whereas South Yarra would possibly have more amenitys (grocery shopping etc) than the City.


Out of interest, where is the Temporary Accom in the city ?



Plenty to see and do in both places, so whichever you choose you won't be disappointed.

Re: For those in Melbourne or know the area
 

Hi

We stayed in the CBD when we first arrived and thoroughly enjoyed being in the centre. have passed through South yarra it has a good shopping centre and has lots of upmarket bistros and shops, but personally I would choose the CBD, but I suppose it depends on where the temp accom is.

good luck

Caz

Re: For those in Melbourne or know the area
 

Will you be working in the CBD? How long is temporary? 2 weeks, 1 month, 6 months, 2 years? It makes a difference. I don't mind staying in an apartment for 3 or 6 months, getting to know the city better and enjoy a bit of the convenience/fun the city has to offer. But I wouldn't want to stay there much longer. But that's all personal choice.

What are you priorities? Have you got children? Will schools be a factor to you? Post your requirements/preferences here and see if people can help you further.

Cheers,
Mrs JTL

Re: For those in Melbourne or know the area
 

Temporary is only for 6 to 8 weeks - we will then be moving to more permanent accommodation. Hubbie will be working at The Age so I guess that this is located in the city centre. I won't be working, not initially anyway. I intend to be a lady that lunches!!!! Have one step-son who is 17 and he has yet to make a decision about what he wants to do. However, I do love the beach, even in the winter - I lived by the sea for 39 years and miss it terribly!

Re: For those in Melbourne or know the area
 

The Age newspaper is located at the corner of Spencer Street and Lonsdale on the North Western edge of the CBD. South Yarra is not too far outside the city on the East. If you were in the CBD it would be a walk to work, while from South Yarra a train or car. Depends what you feel is more important to you, where you choose. If it's only for 6-8 weeks then either would be fine, until you find somewhere more permanent. :)

Good luck

Carl

Re: For those in Melbourne or know the area
 

South Yarra is a nicer place to live and very trendy

Re: For those in Melbourne or know the area
 

Hi Fraser,

Have you heard anything yet? fingers crossed for you. Vanessa

Re: For those in Melbourne or know the area
 

No CO e-mailed last night, please be patient :rolleyes:

Re: For those in Melbourne or know the area
 

Not one of my virtues! :rolleyes:

Re: For those in Melbourne or know the area
 

Or mine :rolleyes: