High Vibes 2009

September. Sunlight. Oh how I love thee. After a painful trip to the snow, I took a chance with what is looking like a good Melbourne day to visit High Vibes 2009 in Northcote. One of my favorite local bands, Flap!, is also playing.

Northcote

At the tail end of the 19th century, the prices of land and houses in Northcote were quite low. And the existence of nearby factories and farms made this suburb into a workers’ suburb. The second movement of people to the area was in the 50s; again, due to the low price of land and access to employment, many of the new immigrants from Greece and Italy were attracted there.

And then, in the 1980s, a bunch of artists and musicians who were priced-out of Fitzroy (the hitherto ‘bohemian centre’ of Melbourne which was experiencing gentrification) moved northward.

All these created a Northcote which has everything. And everything was on display today on High Street festival, High Vibes. And everyone is loving Northcote. Look at all those happy faces. Aww…

Melbourne: Most livable city?

On many surveys, Melbourne was chosen as the most livable city in the world. And festivals such as High Vibes does create a happy atmosphere where people can smile, rest, and be merry.

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