DID YOU KNOW?
The Penny Black was the world’s first adhesive postage stamp used in a public postal system.
Does the name ring a bell? Well, the site of the pub on Sydney Road under the same name was Brunswick’s first post office! (Next time you walk past look for the Postbox Royal Cypher).
In the long run, you can do anything!
Chris Dixon never thought he’d be a runner, let alone be running a full 42km marathon in the Melbourne Marathon Festival in December 2021. ‘It was when we found out about the little issues we’re having with our daughter Grace that I started running as a bit of an outlet to help with my mental health.’
Read this inspiring story to learn more about Chris, Emma and Gracie, and how you can do anything if you put your mind to it.
Olive and Loreto York – Legends of Brunswick
Back in 1954, the passenger vessel known as the SS Himalaya arrived at Station Pier in Melbourne. Three of its passengers were about to embark on a whole new adventure that helped to reshape Brunswick. We invite you to read the story of Loreto, Olive and their son Barry who shared with us some episodes of 1950 and 1960's Brunswick.
EVENTS CALENDAR
BINGO WITH TINA DEL TWIST & DJ MARNI
Charles Weston
27 Weston Street Brunswick Vic 3056
Just the three of us
The first in a series of true love stories to have taken place in Brunswick. It was a cold November’s night in 2019 when Aida met Blake at the Retreat Hotel for their first date. They had met on a dating app, and as Aida headed inside from the...
The Anxiety of opening… and some of its challenges… Thoughts From an Aspy
Lockdown has ended, it’s what we all wanted… but for some it can present a whole new range of anxiety. Read Ben's article to learn three helpful thoughts to navigate the end of lockdown, to be open to the constant unexpected black swans of life, and to get on the beers... when you're ready.
Bound for Books
Travel and cocktails are back on the itinerary for many, but nothing will replace the thrill of a great book. Brunswick Bound is a maze of inviting corners and they're back open for in-store trading since August's lockdown closure. Learn more about this book shop and their beautiful staff by reading this chronicle of their reopening night!
3 Running Routes for Brunswick
Melbourne's Marathon is just around the corner. Whether you're running it or not, these routes will get you around Brunswick and beyond!
