Some time ago, I did a series of posts about Melbourne ‘icons’ – some of those recognisable buidlings, vehicles, neon signs, and so on, that really illustrate something of the character of Melbourne. I’m thinking now that I perhaps missed some of the other things that make up the experience of Melbourne, and I feel they warrant some attention. Luckily for me, this shot captures two: the busy, restaurant-filled laneways near Flinders Street Station, and slightly neglected but still completely excellent vintage scooters. This is a Vespa, and hence the very best of its breed…