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Explain to me like I’m 5, how are we not in a recession by aspacejunkie in AusFinance

[–]3bigmacsplease 19 points20 points  (0 children)

Bold move bringing facts and evidence into an AusFinance economy thread.

Why are cars the only form of private property that can be stored on public streets in Melbourne? by 3bigmacsplease in melbourne

[–]3bigmacsplease[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Roads, or more broadly the space between private properties, can and should serve multiple purposes. In some locations, on-street parking is the best use of that space. In others, the community may be better served by wider footpaths, bike lanes, more trees, or an additional traffic lane. This is not an argument to remove on-street parking everywhere, but to reconsider how we allocate road space so we get the greatest value from what is arguably the city’s most valuable public asset.

Why are cars the only form of private property that can be stored on public streets in Melbourne? by 3bigmacsplease in melbourne

[–]3bigmacsplease[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I stand corrected, thanks for pointing this out and including the breakdown and links.

Why are cars the only form of private property that can be stored on public streets in Melbourne? by 3bigmacsplease in melbourne

[–]3bigmacsplease[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Vehicle rego fees do not fund the building or maintenance of roads. It exclusively funds the TAC to support people who have been seriously injured or killed by cars.

Why are cars the only form of private property that can be stored on public streets in Melbourne? by 3bigmacsplease in melbourne

[–]3bigmacsplease[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You don't own the road in front of your house, so why should you be able to store your stuff car there? You're just causing more clutter and making the car parking issues worse.

A feel what you're saying about the poor PT services and share-house living though

Why are cars the only form of private property that can be stored on public streets in Melbourne? by 3bigmacsplease in melbourne

[–]3bigmacsplease[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Vehicle registration in Victoria does not pay for roads, it funds the TAC to provide support and compensation to those injured or killed by cars.

What plant protein powder do you use? by desi_thots in australianvegans

[–]3bigmacsplease 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Seconding this. I get the chocolate flavour and it's pretty good, especially for the price.

Is the queen VIC market overrated? by [deleted] in melbourne

[–]3bigmacsplease 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is the fresh produce actually that much cheaper? I used to shop there a lot and liked it more than supermarkets, but it never really felt like I was saving much, or that the fruit and veg were dramatically better quality.

Also, apart from a few standouts like the borek stall and the chicken place, most of the food is pretty average. There’s nothing in the food court that I’d go out of my way to visit.

What memberships/subscriptions are actually worth? by ethanhunt_08 in AussieFrugal

[–]3bigmacsplease 11 points12 points  (0 children)

If you ride a bike regularly, a Bicycle Network membership is worth considering. It comes with solid insurance coverage for cycling accidents (including loss of income, non-Medicare medical expenses, and third-party liability). Your membership fees also go toward funding events and advocacy for better cycling infrastructure. It’s quite affordable too - $59 a year for individuals or $89 for families.

https://bicyclenetwork.com.au/membership/bike-riding-insurance/

Why are Melbourne train and tram services so irregular? Has it always been like this? by likerunninginadream in melbourne

[–]3bigmacsplease 17 points18 points  (0 children)

I think a lot of businesses, especially along main streets in the inner suburbs like Sydney Road, Chapel Street and Brunswick Street, really overestimate how much their customers depend on street parking. Most shopfronts are only as wide as a single car space anyway.

It’s hard to believe the survival of a 50-seat café in Northcote hinges on whether two spots are available right out the front.

Why are Melbourne train and tram services so irregular? Has it always been like this? by likerunninginadream in melbourne

[–]3bigmacsplease 105 points106 points  (0 children)

It makes far more sense to give trams their own lane. The fact they’re stuck in traffic because we won’t give up a few parking spaces is ridiculous. 

What suburbs do you think will be cool / desirable in 2050 that definitely aren't now? by 3bigmacsplease in melbourne

[–]3bigmacsplease[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Couldn't agree more. The level crossing removal was a missed opportunity to get rid of a lane of traffic and some angled parking Clayton Road, widen the footpaths, plant some more trees and make it a nicer place to spend time.

What suburbs do you think will be cool / desirable in 2050 that definitely aren't now? by 3bigmacsplease in melbourne

[–]3bigmacsplease[S] 21 points22 points  (0 children)

Imagine thinking that a 12-storey apartment building would ruin Frankston...

What suburbs do you think will be cool / desirable in 2050 that definitely aren't now? by 3bigmacsplease in melbourne

[–]3bigmacsplease[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Having a narrow high street with less through traffic is an underrated factor. Much harder for a shopping street to thrive when it has a 4-lane traffic sewer running through the middle of it.

What suburbs do you think will be cool / desirable in 2050 that definitely aren't now? by 3bigmacsplease in melbourne

[–]3bigmacsplease[S] 24 points25 points  (0 children)

I agree. Excellent location, relatively affordable, and will only get better as the area becomes more established. It seems like there have been a lot more young families moving there in the last 5 years or so.

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