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Factory Cafe Bar
Factory Cafe Bar

Factory Cafe Bar

You’d be forgiven for thinking Factory Cafe Bar produced clothes or electronics but you wouldn't for not visiting this jewel nested between a gym and a blind shop on Victoria Street.

Read this article to learn more about Beth's experience at Factory Cafe Bar.

What is Art Therapy?
What is Art Therapy?

What is Art Therapy?

In this interview with Emma Noack, we learn about the different myths behind Art Therapy. Does the art therapist interpret my artwork? What happens during an art therapy session? What's the main difference between traditional therapy and art therapy?

Read this article to learn more.

The Factory Next Door
The Factory Next Door

The Factory Next Door

Did you know Shamrock Street used to be called Royal Crescent? Or that there was a small factory located at the heart of one of the few winding streets in Brunswick? Barry York used to live right next to this factory, but he knows too little about it. Barry did his research but he hit a wall. Maybe you can help him, read to learn more!

The Merri Merri
The Merri Merri

The Merri Merri

With NAIDOC week 2023 happening we turn our attention to the place that has a long, powerful significance in the history of the Wurundjeri-Willam people and Brunswick. Our cherished and charming creek called the Merri.

Click here to learn Merri Creek's history and how its presence, its renewing force, and personality have shaped who we currently are.

Brunswick Baths History
Brunswick Baths History

Brunswick Baths History

The Brunswick City Baths are a focal point for our community. Since its opening in 1914, the Baths have hosted competitions, addressed poverty issues, become more gender and culturally inclusive, and developed new facilities to meet up with the contemporary needs of our suburb.

If you live (or ever lived) in Brunswick, you probably have a story at the Baths. Read this article to learn some curious facts and some stories that have helped to build our Baths as a reputable and trustworthy institution.

Brunswegian or Brunswickian?

Brunswegian or Brunswickian?

A demonym is a noun used to denote the natives or inhabitants of a particular place. In this article, Barry York, who grew up in Brunswick in the 50's, presents other cities' demonyms to contrast the traditional one for our suburb, "Brunswegian".
Do you think it's time for a change?

Best coffees in Brunswick to bring your doggy
Best coffees in Brunswick to bring your doggy

Best coffees in Brunswick to bring your doggy

Finding a café that is truly dog-friendly can be a bit challenging. So, local resident and dog owner, Leigh has scouted the main and side streets of Brunswick to handpick and share his top three cafes where you and your doggy will feel welcomed and comfortable. Check out this article to also discover how these three wonderful cafes differ from one another and what they each have to offer for your next doggy date