Melbourne: Champion of Chill or Just a Trophy Hoarder?
Melbourne, the city that stole our hearts (and apparently everyone else's for a while there). We all know it's pretty darn awesome, but how awesome exactly? Well, if "most liveable city in the world" awards are your measure, then Melbourne has basically been living life on a podium for years. Let's dive into the medal count.
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| How Many Times Has Melbourne Been Voted Most Liveable City |
Seven Years of Glory
That's right, folks. Melbourne held the title of "most liveable city" for a staggering seven years in a row (2011-2017) according to the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU), the folks who basically hand out gold stars for great places to live. Think about it - that's like winning the office chili cook-off seven years running (though hopefully with less questionable mystery meat).
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A Temporary Slip-Up (But They're Back, Baby!)
Look, even the best cities have their off days. Melbourne slipped from the top spot in recent years, but fear not, Melburnians! The city bounced back and snagged the number three spot in 2023. Not too shabby, eh?
So, How Many Times Has Melbourne Been the Champ?
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Hold onto your hats (or, more likely, your flat whites) - the answer is a whopping eight! That's right, eight times Melbourne has been crowned the most liveable city on Earth. Take that, Zurich! (Although, we hear the chocolate there is pretty amazing...)
Is This Just a Popularity Contest?
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Well, not exactly. The EIU considers factors like healthcare, education, infrastructure, stability, and culture and environment when making their decision. So, it's basically like judging a city decathlon - well-rounded excellence is the name of the game.
Living the Dream: Melbourne Edition
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So, what makes Melbourne such a magnet for happy humans? Is it the world-class coffee scene? The ever-changing laneways bursting with art and hidden bars? The infectious enthusiasm for all things AFL (even if you have no idea what's going on)? Probably all of the above, plus a healthy dose of sunshine (most of the time).
How To Melbourne:
Here's a quick guide to getting your Melb on:
- How to embrace the coffee culture: Find a local cafe, order a flat white (because anything else is just wrong), and don't be afraid to chat with the barista - they're practically philosophers here.
- How to navigate the laneways: Get lost! Seriously, that's half the fun. You're bound to stumble upon a hidden gem, whether it's a hole-in-the-wall bar with killer cocktails or a vintage clothing store with threads that scream "Melbourne cool."
- How to understand AFL (kind of): It's a bit like rugby, but with a funny-shaped ball. Just cheer really loudly whenever something happens, and you'll fit right in.
Melbourne: a city that will win your heart (and maybe even a global liveability award or two).
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