Latest articles by Brendan Rees
Artists brings ideas to life thanks to council grants totalling almost $1m
The City of Melbourne has awarded more than $950,000 to a diverse range of artists, as part of the latest round of its annual arts grants program.
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Curtain raises for stage musical Miss Saigon
The acclaimed musical Miss Saigon, a tragic love story set during the Vietnam War, has landed at Her Majesty’s Theatre for a seven-week season.
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Brave Ukrainian mother finds safety in Melbourne after fleeing war
Even after war broke out in Ukraine 18 months ago, Hanna Komissarova, a mother of two and professional photographer from Ukraine, never imagined leaving her beloved homeland.
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EasyPark wins top award for smart parking services
EasyPark, the company behind the city’s on-street mobile parking app, has taken out a top Australian parking industry award.
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Retail owner shattered after $100K of designer wear stolen
The owner of a high-end clothing shop in the CBD has been left devastated after intruders smashed their way in, making off with an estimated $100,000 worth of stock.
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City mourns after Bourke St tragedy as traders hope to see visitors return
CBD traders say striking a balance that allows for enhanced security while maintaining a lively atmosphere will be crucial to the city’s resilience after a Bourke St tragedy claimed the life of a man.
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Mirvac wins Treasury Square project as locals left out of consultation
Property developer Mirvac has reportedly been awarded a contract to develop a contentious site known as Treasury Square at the CBD’s edge.
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Step into a world of dazzling lights and groovy beats
It’s time to unleash your inner disco diva as a new activation takes centre stage in the heart of the city.
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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.
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Builder awarded top honour for Palace Theatre redevelopment
The builders behind the 16-storey Le Meridien five-star Marriott Hotel have been named the Master Builder of the Year after the controversial redevelopment of the 110-year-old Palace Theatre.
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Spanish electric vehicle company sets up operations in the CBD
Spanish-based electric vehicle (EV) charging tech provider Wallbox has officially launched the opening of its operations hub in the CBD, in move set to revolutionise the future of driving.
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Yarra Trams joins conservation group to support Australia’s biodiversity
Yarra Trams has joined forces with Conservation Volunteers Australia (CVA) in a new campaign aimed at protecting Australia’s biodiversity.
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Honouring officers killed in the line of duty
Victoria Police is encouraging everyone to show their support for Blue Ribbon Day to commemorate the 175 officers who have died in the line of duty.
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“Green shoots” in city’s economy: new openings, traders enhance offerings and hotel bookings up
Building permits for retail and hospitality works have doubled during the past year, while hotel bookings are also on the rise, new data shows, indicating a reinvigorated confidence in the city’s economic recovery.
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New French restaurant a “massive investment” to the CBD
There are plans for a new, and lavish, $10 million French-themed restaurant to be operated by renowned restaurateur Chris Lucas in the CBD. In what will be welcome news for food lovers, the three-storey restaurant called “Batard” will be situated at 19-21 and 23-29 Bourke St and will feature a rooftop bar and courtyard.
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QVM traders say increased costs would hurt business
Queen Victoria Market (QVM) traders say uncertainty looms over the future of their businesses after being informed they will face additional fees to cover rising operational costs.
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A family’s heritage of baking comes to life on Swanston St
Cousins Trini Lee and Tia Tan are bringing their shared passion for baking and entrepreneurial dreams to life.
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Woman arrested after cash, drugs, and luxury cars seized in raids
A CBD woman is among nine people to be charged after $750,000 in cash, drugs, and swords were seized in a wave of suburban raids including at Southbank properties, conducted by Victoria Police.
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Man hands himself in after alleged sexual assault
A man has come forward to Victoria Police after a sexual assault occurred at a shopping centre in the CBD on July 2.
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Fifteen arrested as police swarm city in safety operation
A woman wielding a knife is among 15 people to be arrested following a three-day police safety blitz in the city.
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