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Food recommendations for a visiting Kiwi

Kia Ora/Greetings folks. I’m popping over from New Zealand for the marathon this weekend and I’ve grabbed a ticket to watch the Bulldogs AFLW team (up the Dogs!) at Whiten Oval On Friday evening. I am hoping people might have some recommendations for dinner options in the area, specifically pasta/pizza places that I can go to for carb-loading before the game.

Also open to any other advice/things I may not think of to make the pre/post game experience better.

Many thanks in advance for your time and assistance.

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u/Furters_44 — 9 days ago
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Footscray to get upgraded tram stops (plans released)

Plans for 4 upgraded tram stops along Droop St are now available as part of the Route 82 upgrade.

Along with the introduction of new low-floor G class trams to the route, platform tram stops will be installed next year along Droop St.

  • The footpath/kerb will be extended at each stop, allowing for level-boarding
  • Shelters with seats put in, improved lighting
  • Passenger information display screens showing next arrivals
  • Nearby bus stops combined with the tram stops
  • Some tram stops relocated/amalgamated
  • Some permanent road changes for cars
  • Major construction starting early next year

A 5th upgraded stop is planned for Gordon St near the Maccas but there are utility complications with the site. Personally I feel the route upgrade is surprisingly good for our part of the network but of course much needed, especially the stop at Tiernan St for the hospital. I believe it's going to improve the area's public transport capacity, accessibility, and amenity, making transport more comfortable for everyone. Also that one dangerous tram stop on Ballarat Rd is finally being closed.

u/rattle_the_stars — 13 days ago