Flinders Wharf Apartments
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Flinders Wharf Apartments (the preferred title is now simply Flinders Wharf) is located on the northern bank of Melbourne's Yarra River, on the edge of Melbourne's central business district. The 300-apartment complex is home to a multicultural blend of personalities and is a short walk from Southern Cross Station (formally Spencer Street Station), Flinders Street Station, Crown Casino, Telstra Dome and many of Melbourne's other attractions. Most of the complex consists of residents who either own or lease their apartment. Some of the apartments are "short stay" apartments, where individuals or groups stay for a short period (usually less than a month) due to the site's proximity to Melbourne's vibrant CBD and excellent facilities, including a fully equipped gymnasium, sauna, steam room, heated lap pool and heated spa.
Contained within the complex is Curry On The Docks, an innovative and popular Indian restaurant (both South Indian and North Indian chefs are employed). This restaurant, located overlooking the Yarra on the southern side of the complex, contains hand-carved tables and chairs, each with uniquely intricate detail. The complex also has a convenience store.
On the western side of the complex, the Victorian State Government has developed an open space for recreational use known as Seafarers Rest. There is also an infrequently used helipad and a disused wharf shed.
[edit] History
The site now known as Flinders Wharf, on Siddeley Street in Melbourne Docklands, was previously Wharf 4 on Melbourne's Yarra River. The apartment complex was completed in March 2003 by the giant Australian building company Multiplex.
