Is Melbourne the best city in the world?

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Did you know that Melbourne was officially the best city in the world? That's what Time Out magazine revealed in March 2026, placing it ahead of London or New York on top of their annual ranking. This is also the opinion of Matthias Arteaga, a Frenchman who fell deeply in love with the city from his first visit 10 years ago. In this documentary, he takes us on a journey around Melbourne to meet its locals, and shares his love for a city that he will unfortunately be forced to leave in a few weeks.

This documentary was produced for a Masters unit in Advanced Audio and Broadcasting Practice.

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