Honestly, I probably shouldn't do tram stops because in many ways they are like bus stops - there…read moreare just way too many of them, and they are generally pretty boring. This one isn't though because it is the terminus of the tram that heads to St Kilda, and they have really done the stop up quite well. They even has a nice plaza next to it. They have plenty of shade, and of course it is also surrounded by shops, but it's St Kilda, so that shouldn't be all that surprising.

It's not a street...it's iconic, atmospheric, it's a destination. It's the playground of St Kilda!…read more Acland st is one of the most well known streets in Melbourne, due to its close proximity to the beach, the vast amount of cafes, bars, bakeries and restaurants, and great mix of high end, high street and unique fashion stores. It's more than what businesses are here though. The very heart and culture of St Kilda exists more in Acland and Fitzroy streets than anywhere else. Acland pays homage to the cultural, avante guarde quirkiness that makes St Kilda one of the greatest places in the world. Whenever I plan on going for a walk along the beach, Acland street is included in that. Actors, models, sportstars all congregate here, so you never know what you might find or who you may meet! Food, beauty, fashion, atmosphere. Oh yeah - there's a Coles and Woolies along here too, just in case you need them!

One thing that I really love about Melbourne is that you do not need to be in the CBD to get a…read moretaste of bustling nightlife. In virtually every suburb, you have a miniature "CBD" - busy, loads of shop, and architecturally beautiful. Acland Street in St Kilda. Bridge Road in Richmond. High Street in Northcote. But out of all the iconic busy streets that Melbourne has to offer, I do have to say that Chapel Street is high up the list for me. No matter what time of day or night it is, there will always be somewhere to eat, somewhere to party, and something to do. There's nothing better than a walk along Chapel Street with no real idea of where you're going but a faith that you'll stumble upon a place you end up really enjoying. Visiting Melbourne? Put this spot on your list for sure. Seriously - check out Chapel Street's very own website to see upcoming events as well as nightlife favourites. A must-go.

As far as grocery shopping/ quick eats goes in the Glen Iris/ Toorak area, you can't do much…read morebetter. It has one of the largest Coles close by to the city that I know of, a good First Choice Liquor, and the best Fish and Chip Shop I've found locally. To top it off, you can get fresh produce and meat, Subway, Nandos, Sushi and if you really want, some gym gear. A strange mix of shops, but pretty handy. If this place had a cinema I'd be sold. Just beware of the parking restrictions Mon-Friday if you're seeking out a place to park for non-shopping reasons.

Stockland rushed the building and it is full of defects, leaking roofs, loose carpets and just very…read morepoor building quality. Tooronga Building management is legalistic, is very slow at turning around defect notices and very arrogant.

Just went to DJ's Malvern Central. Served by an older lady in light blue jumper. Very abrupt, not…read moreat all friendly and acted a little entitled. Basically threw crumpled up pants purchase in the bag, no folding or placing items. Needs to learn a little bit of customer service. Not what I would expect from DJ's normally.

David Jones has been open at Malvern Central for a year and I can't believe that no one has posted…read morea review? DJs is a well known, very up market department store chain, and this branch is no different. Brands, designers, brands, more designers. Lots of helpful staff but not many bargains. If you are looking for a shopping experience, and prepared to pay for it, then this is the store.

Pran Central on the corner of Chapel Street and Commercial Road is a central shopping district,…read morehoused in one of Prahran's older style two storey buildings. Having trendy clothing stores up one end and a food court down the other there is pretty much everything you need for a good day out. Downstairs you will find the likes of Sportsgirl, Wittner The Body Shop, over the far end near the exit to Coles is a small food court with a good range if different cuisines, anything from Asian, Indian or even Bakers Delight. There is public seating in the middle of the centre so you can sit down, relax and enjoy a bite to eat mid shop. Upstairs there is a Medicare clinic, Vodaphone outlet and a few other local services. Pran Central is convenient for a variety of services weather it be lunch, coffee or a window shop.

My local go to for services such as Medicare.. There's a doctors surgery upstairs, a few fashion…read moreshops (sportsgirl, sussan, wittner, French connection) and other local services. Melbourne Pathology opening upstairs soon too. There's a cafe & food court, nice and clean... Lots of cute little local oldies gather here, it's their cool place to hang out! x

Just a heads up, everyone, there's an Ishka outlet store at the DFO in Cheltenham! Like any other…read moreIshka store, I always go in for the clothes and am surprised by how little of the store is given over to selling them. This is because it's actually a homewares, gift, and "look at my pretty things" store. I forget that. Lots of pretty things, lovely staff, and a huge selection of incense and scented oils. Probably better than in some city stores. The clothes selection is small, but unlike city stores it seems to be mostly dresses and tops made in different styles from the same fabric. Strange. For those of you who skip to the bottom of the review, I repeat: There is an Ishka Outlet Store! In Cheltenham!

Will be a better establishment once the renovations are complete, and once this is done: rejoice -…read morethere will be a wide variety of different food items to enjoy, and the Jam Factory will be fun once again to visit. Not just to have some Lindt, go to the Groove Train; go to a movie and have a Boost Juice. On the latter, this establishment is home to one of the best Boost Juice outlets for service and well blended smoothies in Melbourne. It is worth it. Love the celebrity like theme, and it is nothing overly special; however it is one of South Yarra's most prominent landmark. J = joyful A = action M = meaningful F = fun A = activity C = catching on T = thoughtful O = open R = revival Y = yarra vibe

I have been coming to the Jam Factory in its different incarnations for many years. It seems, not…read moreunlike all of us to have grown and changed over the years, it has followed trends, become unpopular and then regained its strength and vibrancy. It's main attraction is and always has been the Village Cinema that it houses on either side of the large dome atrium. Many restaurants and shops have come and gone around the cinema but it has always hung on. Now the featured shops are there is a small target, top shop and many small take away restaurants. After all these years I still enjoy coming to the Jam Factory for a cheap bite and a movie!