The inner northern region of Melbourne spans 30 suburbs from Richmond, Fitzroy and Brunswick northwards to include Fawkner, Gowanbrae and Reservoir. The region epitomises modern Australia; 330,000 people from different cultures and backgrounds living together in a community where local talent is nurtured, differences are celebrated and expression is encouraged.

A few facts that might come in handy at your next trivia night...

• Around 15% of teenagers (15-19 year olds) in our local community are not working or studying
• We have among the largest population of Indigenous people in metro Melbourne
• Around 54% of our local Indigenous people are under 30 years of age
• During 2006, around 10% of adults in Yarra encountered situations where they had run out of food and could not afford to buy more

For a more detailed behind the scenes look at our community, click on the charts right of screen.