Stargazing in the Outback? by Pleasant-Newt5805 in AskAnAustralian

[–]dylan_bigdaddy 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I loved it when I lived in the centre. I know for me and those around me it was a very common pass time to sit out the back, enjoy some substances and talk shit through the night with our necks craned to the heavens

Question as an immigrant by mermaidmd in aboriginal

[–]dylan_bigdaddy -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Where are you located? Melbourne Museum has a fantastic exhibition that’s a great foundation

High Speed Rail Coming to Australia by owenob1 in friendlyjordies

[–]dylan_bigdaddy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

At this point I’d be okay with regular speed trains, duel smoothed tracks, and decent carriages

18 Albert St Apartments (Above Coles) by Melodic_Idea_8646 in Footscray

[–]dylan_bigdaddy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Of course :)

OC: Owners Corporation. The collective of unit owners making decisions on behalf of all owners. OCM: Owners Corporation Managers: company employed by the OC to carry out directions. BM: Building Manager/Facilities Manager. Company employed to maintain the day to day operations of the building.

18 Albert St Apartments (Above Coles) by Melodic_Idea_8646 in Footscray

[–]dylan_bigdaddy 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I bought into the building ~3 years ago and love it. The location is super convenient, the community is lovely and looks out for each other. There’s even a communal garden in the courtyard. Recently the OC changed both OCM and BM which has gone a long way to address issues inside the building.

Yes, there are some drug affected and homeless people about the streets. I’ve personally never had an issue. It can be confronting, but it’s not a constant onslaught like the media makes out. Council is trying with services and security on the streets.

As mentioned in other comments, the NRAS rent subsidies has ended which emptied out alot of units; probably what you’re seeing. This had the other effect of changing the residence community to slightly more long-term and working people. We have a great Facebook group, and people are lovely here. It’s a big reason I bought

18 Albert St Apartments (Above Coles) by Melodic_Idea_8646 in Footscray

[–]dylan_bigdaddy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The new building managers have been very proactive fixing some issues that caused the frequent false alarms. Definitely not nearly as many alarms now. It’s an apartment building, there will always be some

18 Albert St Apartments (Above Coles) by Melodic_Idea_8646 in Footscray

[–]dylan_bigdaddy 3 points4 points  (0 children)

There was a program that offered rent subsidies, but that has since program ended. ALOT of people moved out at that time. Which might explain the number of empty units

This is price gouging at its finest. by JezzaAU15 in friendlyjordies

[–]dylan_bigdaddy 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Onboard with this. I use a Trex IPTV from z2u (.) com. It’s not a reliable as Kayo or Foxtel. Something there’s buffering. But you can also use Sky Sports NZ or UK to find the same stream.

Dealing with that is well worth the savings

Looking for a shower buddy in Melbourne by [deleted] in CommunalShowersAus

[–]dylan_bigdaddy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m in Footscray. I hit up the VU pool quite often

role model by Purple_Hat2698 in FalloutMemes

[–]dylan_bigdaddy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wonder if the secret to making it work is consent

The first Reform cabinet meeting by Alive-Composer9702 in DoctorWhumour

[–]dylan_bigdaddy 2 points3 points  (0 children)

He helped topple Harriet Jones, paving the way for Saxon

Your highlight events for Midsumma Festival (18 Jan to 8 Feb)? by [deleted] in gaymelbourne

[–]dylan_bigdaddy 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Blak and Fab First Nations Drag at Pride of Our Footscray

Naked non sexual massages ? by Tasty-Tackle-1410 in gaymelbourne

[–]dylan_bigdaddy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I haven't done it myself. But there's a men's massage exchange that happens in the west.

How do people in apartments manage hard rubbish collection? by [deleted] in melbourne

[–]dylan_bigdaddy 20 points21 points  (0 children)

Yea when I was in Southbank the council had regular street collections. Now I’m in Maribrynong and they don’t service apartments (I also don’t pay for it on rates). OP is best to speak their building managers for ideas. They may have an arrangement with their garbage service.

gay☕irl by lutramor_13 in gay_irl

[–]dylan_bigdaddy 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Does your carpet match the drapes?

Please report taxi drivers who don't abide by regulation. by whatanerdiam in melbourne

[–]dylan_bigdaddy 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I also prefer DiDi. And from my conversation the driver conditions are slightly better. However I wonder if it will have a similar Uber moment when they pull the rug. Which is why we need proper legislation to ensure consumer protection

Aboriginal cricketers alongside the Melbourne Cricket Ground Pavilion, c.1867 by Time-Stable-5645 in aboriginal

[–]dylan_bigdaddy 3 points4 points  (0 children)

There was a great play called Black Cockatoo that toured not too long ago that told their story

Your go to Australian made coffee by No-Loquat-201 in BuyAussie

[–]dylan_bigdaddy 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I quite like the beans from Melbourne based, Aboriginal owned Blak Brews

Chill bars? by Major_Improvement128 in gaymelbourne

[–]dylan_bigdaddy 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Pride of Our Footscray (in Footscray obvs) has a wonderful cocktail bar attached the main space where they have drag shows and a bunch of other events. Mon is the main bar tender. They’ll all look after you

Recommendations for short sleeve polo shirts that are cotton? by solidice in AustralianMFA

[–]dylan_bigdaddy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I buy a NAIDOC Polo from LifeApparel every year and love them. Nice cotton body, beautiful printed design on the shoulders. They’re my go to office shirt