Launch Event: Dive into the Hidden Alleys of Melbourne’s Past & Present
3rd October, 5:30 am - 7:00 pm
The event will be launched by esteemed Professor Robert Adams AM, a multi-award-winning architect and urban designer renowned for his visionary work.
About the Book:
Look back in time and step into the future with the launch of our riveting expansion of Weston Bate’s 1994 work, ‘Essential but Unplanned: The Story of Melbourne’s Lanes.’ Published in partnership with the State Library of Victoria, this new edition breathes new life into the labyrinthine tales of Melbourne’s iconic laneways.
This reimagined and expanded edition is packed with new chapters and vivid narratives that bring our city’s storied past right up to the digital age.
The book includes a plethora of new images—both historic and modern, in stunning colour and timeless black-and-white.
From the seamy underbelly of the 1880s to their glamorous urban revival, delve into the tales of crime, culture, and culinary delights that have defined these narrow alleys.
Melbourne’s lanes have evolved from mere service routes to become the heartbeat of the city’s cultural and social life. Once notorious for crime and questionably-legal activities, they now bustle with cafes, high-end restaurants, and globally-renowned street art, celebrated worldwide as epitomes of urban chic.
Join us for an evening of discovery and celebration! Mingle with history buffs, urban explorers, and lovers of Melbourne alike as we unveil this comprehensive guide to the hidden veins of our beloved city.
Don’t miss out: RSVP now and secure your spot in retracing the steps of history!
See you there as we toast to the past, present, and future of Melbourne’s enchanting laneways!