Community invited to have their say on Queen Victoria Market’s “people’s park”
The City of Melbourne has officially launched community consultation for a 1.8-hectare park proposed for the Queen Victoria Market, which would be the largest of its kind in the CBD.
E-scooter trial extended over summer
CBD block flagged for “zero carbon” pilot as council endorses retrofit plan
Business
Impact accelerator hub launched in the CBD
In what is its centenary year, the Lord Mayor’s Charitable Foundation has launched its new For Purpose Impact Accelerator Hub on Queen St.
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Pulling the veil of an iconic fashion doyenne
“I never wanted to be a window on a street.”
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New-look food hall opens at Queen Victoria Market
A newly revamped Queen’s Food Hall at the iconic Queen Victoria Market (QVM) has officially opened its doors, promising to bring a “fresh vibe” to the historic marketplace.
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New openings to enjoy in Melbourne this summer
With the warmer months now upon us, enjoy some new local offerings as recommended by CBD News.
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Australia’s first social enterprise precinct opens at QVM
Queen Victoria Market (QVM) has officially opened its Purpose Precinct, now located permanently in the F Shed Laneway following the initial stages of development last November.
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Australia’s first social enterprise precinct opens at QVM
Columns
Live longer, healthier
Residents 3000’s “Forum 3000” in October was about health and wellbeing – a popular topic in our online media. The theme of the recent event was to discuss the difference between “lifespan” and “health-span”.
Your chance to be part of Melbourne’s train transformation
Local News
More police to hit the beat, with e-scooter riders put on notice for festive season
New Victoria Police recruits will be deployed in the CBD and a road safety operation will soon target e-scooters riders among measures to enhance safety and security.
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Local groups recognised in the Melbourne Awards
CBD-based homelessness service The Living Room and mental health arts event the Mojo Festival were among the winners at this year’s Melbourne Awards on November 11.
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Spike in heroin deaths but CBD injecting room still in limbo
The new mental health minister has conceded there is “significant drug harm going on in the CBD” but the government had to consider “amenity for both residents and business owners”.
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Businesses running as normal after temporary setback
Two CBD businesses are operating as normal after their main entrance was closed due to a faulty escalator believed to be out of action for six years.
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Melbourne’s first floating music festival
A floating music festival along the Yarra River with popular cover bands and emerging artists is set to take centre stage in a first-time event.
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More police to hit the beat, with e-scooter riders put on notice for festive season
Spike in heroin deaths but CBD injecting room still in limbo
Businesses running as normal after temporary setback
A new chapter unfolds for Mary Martin Bookshop at QVM
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