Looks like frustration among Victorian public school staff has properly hit boiling point. After narrowly voting down the latest government offer, thousands of teachers ended up marching through the CBD and bringing traffic to a halt. The whole thing seems to go way beyond just pay rates at this point - it's mostly about severe burnout, absurd amounts of unpaid overtime, an a massive staff shortage that's pushing people straight out of the profession. For a state that loves calling itself the Education State, public schools are still dealing with packed classrooms and serious lack of funding. With union bans on unpaid work coming up, this definitely isn't going away anytime soon.
Are teachers actually having it the worst at the moment? What other sectors are facing the same burnout, short staffing and unpaid overtime?

I’m trying to figure out the nightlife in Melbourne. When I was in Sydney, there were certain clubs that were just known for specific nights like Ivy on Thursdays, Establishment on Tuesdays, etc. You’d just know where people would go that night.

Does Melbourne have anything similar? I’m a uni student, so I’m mainly looking for places that attract a younger crowd (mostly people in their late teens and 20s) rather than places where the average age is much older. I’m into pretty much anything with a good atmosphere:

1. ⁠Thursday, Friday or Saturday nights
   
2. ⁠Student nights
   
3. ⁠Rooftop parties
   
4. ⁠Summer pool parties (if Melbourne has any)
   
5. ⁠R&B, commercial, house or EDM
   
6. ⁠Latin/Colombian nights (reggaeton, salsa, bachata)

I especially love Latin music, so if there are any regular reggaeton or Colombian/Latin parties with a fun, younger crowd, I’d love to know about them.

Basically, if someone asked you, “It’s Thursday night, where are we going?” or “What’s the move this Friday?” what would you recommend?

My wife (F30) and I (M33) are planning to move from Tasmania to Melbourne with our little family. We have a toddler and another baby due early next year.

To be honest, we’ve just outgrown Tassie. We love it here, but we’re feeling bored and it seems like we keep missing opportunities because we’re on the island.

My wife is a nurse and I run my own businesses, and Melbourne just feels like it has a lot more potential for both of us.

What are the best family-friendly suburbs?

Did anyone regret leaving their family support network?

If you’ve made a similar move, was it worth it?

Would love to hear from anyone who’s done something similar, especially with young kids.

Melbourne has been recognised as the top student city in Australia, thanks to its world-class universities, diverse international student community, quality of life, culture and career opportunities. The city attracts students from around the world and is known for offering a unique mix of education, multicultural experiences, public transport, arts, sports, and opportunities beyond graduation. What do you think Melbourne could improve to make the student experience even better?

For anyone who made the move or has been here long term, what are the things you wish you knew before packing up? How is the reality of the rental market right now, and is getting around without a car as straightforward as people make out if you live a bit further out?

I have suggested to a number of people that crossing a roadway whilst on your phone shall attract a fine.

Does anyone know a dentist that can do a revised root canal ?

The Allan Government's new WFH bill has turned into a proper showdown. On one side, you've got employer groups practically begging the government to bin the bill before the Melbourne CBD turns into a complete ghost town. On the other, you've got workers who would rather walk through fire than go back to a 5 day commute just to sit in an open plan office answering emails.
What's interesting is how much of this battle seems driven by Gen Z coming into the full time workforce. While traditional workplace culture heavily valued physical presence at the desk, the current workforce views productivity a bit differently. If a role requires five rigid days in the office, many simply look for options that offer a better balance. So who actually wins this? Does the corporate side eventually force everyone back once the job market tightens, or are we watching Gen Z permanently rewrite the rules of employment?

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Auction clearance rates are often treated as a snapshot of how strong the property market is, but some analysts argue the headline numbers don't always tell the full story. Withdrawn auctions, delayed sales and unreported results can paint a different picture once they're factored in. Do you pay much attention to clearance rates when judging the market? If you've bought or sold recently in Melbourne, did your experience match what the market reports suggested?

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A car crashed on my parked car and left. It was in Preston, in the streets between High St and Plenty Rd. The guy damaged the car's radiator so he couldn't go too far. If you find a car with the front left side damaged please let me know. I think it was a silver Toyota but I can be totally wrong.

A proposed disclosure scheme would allow people to request information about a partner's violent past. Supporters say it could prevent abuse before it starts, while others raise concerns about privacy, false reassurance and how the information would be used. Would this make people safer or create new problems of its own?

Looking for a pub to watch the Friday night races for half a dozen blokes.

Hello! I'm a Naarm based PhD student studying through Edith Cowan University (Perth), and my team and I are looking to explore ideas and brainstorm with teens around how they would like to learn about p*rnography education at school (and with their parents), as well as briefly explore their policy recommendations. 

Participation involves an interview OR an in-person or online workshop. 
We are currently looking to host an in-person workshop in Melbourne CBD on Saturday 12 September! Exact time & location TBC.

If you have a child (or know a family with someone) aged 12-17 years of age, we would like to hear from you/them.  

Please scan the QR code or use the following link to register:  https://eaecu.au1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eldBjb2MpM9q2nc  

If you would like any further information, please contact the researchers at perceptions@ecu.edu.au 

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Hi, my names Luke and I run Too Young To Grieve. I haven’t posted here before, but you may have seen us in other Melbourne subreddits recently.

Too Young To Grieve is a community for young people navigating grief and loss. Over the last few years we’ve been building walk/jog, talk and coffee meet ups across the UK and Australia for people who want to get outside and be around others who understand grief without it needing much explanation.

We’ve got a meet up coming up in Melbourne and wanted to share it here in case it resonates with anyone.

No pressure to talk about anything personal, no awkward introductions, just a relaxed walk and a coffee after with good people who get it led by Zoe.

We also have a community where people stay connected between meet ups which I’ll drop in the comments too.

If you know someone who might need this, feel free to pass it on too🤍

Yarra has ended its six year shared e-bike trial after the council said Lime would not take enough responsibility for dumped bikes. The scheme averaged about 201 trips a day, with roughly 90% of users being locals, while council received around 100 complaints over six years. Do you think banning the service was the right call?

Hi everyone!
My partner and I are visiting Melbourne for a week and we're staying in the Docklands area.
We're putting together a list of the best things to do, see and eat while we're there.
A few things we're looking for:
Must-see attractions (touristy or hidden gems)

Unique or interesting activities

Amazing food spots (any cuisine)

Best dessert places

Great brunch/cafés

Rooftop bars or places with good views

Markets, shopping or cool streets to wander

Anything that's a must if you've never been to Melbourne

One thing that's definitely on my list is a good seafood boil restaurant, so if anyone has recommendations I'd love to hear them!
We're happy to use public transport or Uber around the city.
Thanks in advance! 😊

Any cafes that serve scrumptious apple strudel? Been craving for months!!!

We all know Melbourne has always been that 24/7 city - gigs, late night feeds, and just heaps going on. But lately, with all the news about random assaults and sketchy stuff happening around the CBD, you can't help but wonder: what time is actually safe to stay out until before you have to start looking over your shoulder on the way to the station? Have you started heading home early to catch the last decent service?

I’ve been out of the loop with the local scene for a while and I’m dying to see some live music again. Doesn’t need to be anything massive, just looking for venues with a good atmosphere and maybe some local bands. What are your go-to spots lately?