BGM_The Lost City of Old Melbourne

Beneath the bustling streets of modern Naarm - Melbourne lies the ghosts of a forgotten city- ornate, vibrant, and mostly vanished. In this episode of Down the Yarra, we peel back the layers of time to reveal the Lost City of Old Melbourne - a world of gaslit lanes, palatial arcades, grand hotels, and public baths that once made “Marvellous Melbourne” the envy of the world. But where did it all go? With a swing of a wrecking ball and the promise of progress, much of that beauty was erased between the 1950s and 60s. Today, we explore what we lost, what remains, and how the city’s soul still lingers? - if you know where to look, of course . Trigger Warning: This episode contains references to demolition, historical erasure, and colonial practices that may be distressing to some listeners. Plus: Stay tuned for a teaser of our next episode on the wild, but true 1876 moment when Naarm - Melbourne thought it was under Russian attack. Yes - really. Listen to Down the Yarra and follow for more.