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The rise of the “third room”: How Australians are reinventing their outdoor spaces
There was a time when the backyard was an afterthought. A patch of grass, a rusting barbecue, maybe a plastic chair or two.
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Future Melbourne podcast wraps pilot season with Lord Mayor Nick Reece looking ahead to 2050
The pilot season of Future Melbourne is set to close with a fitting final guest: Melbourne Lord Mayor Nick Reece, joining the podcast for a wide-ranging conversation about the city’s future and the decisions that will shape it over the next 25 years.
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Melbourne Conversations: Building the Future Anyway
A free public discussion at Fed Square’s The Edge on Tuesday, April 28 will bring together a panel of young climate leaders working on the frontlines of climate disruption, both locally and internationally.
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Future Melbourne podcast turns to city safety with Inspector Dale Huntington
The latest episode of Future Melbourne turns to one of the most defining issues facing Melbourne right now: city safety.
Read MoreFuture Melbourne turns to housing with Rob Pradolin
The next episode of Future Melbourne turns to one of the biggest and most urgent issues facing the City of Melbourne: housing.
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The beginning of a square, and the end of history
For those who are young or new to Melbourne, it might be a shock to discover that buildings once occupied the site of Town Hall Station, at the corner of Swanston and Collins streets.
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Stephen Mayne joins latest Future Melbourne podcast to unpack CBD recovery
The second episode of Hyperlocal News’ new Future Melbourne podcast is now live, with former Melbourne councillor and Crikey founder Stephen Mayne joining the program to discuss the future of the CBD and the economic forces shaping it after the pandemic.
Read MoreHyperlocal News launches Future Melbourne podcast exploring the city’s big issues
A new podcast exploring the ideas, debates and decisions shaping Melbourne’s future has launched this month, with the first episode focusing on one of the city’s most iconic institutions: Queen Victoria Market.
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From Melbourne pantry to national shelves: Aunty Jenny spices up independent grocers
Just four months after officially launching in Melbourne’s CBD, homegrown spice brand Aunty Jenny is heading national.
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Behind the Lines returns to Old Treasury Building with sharp focus on political year
One of Australia’s longest running and most beloved political cartoon exhibitions is returning to Melbourne, with the Old Treasury Building set to host Behind the Lines 2025: Are We Rolling? from March 2 to May 3.
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The hidden financial hurdles most church boards face when planning to build
You’ve been part of every conversation. The church’s vision is clear, the support is strong, and the dream of a new building feels like it’s finally within reach.
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Melbourne’s forgotten St Kilda railway
This photograph, taken around the early 1860s, shows us a different view of the south end of St Kilda Rd.
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Why rebuilding trust in your body starts with movement, not mindset
There’s this idea that you have to “get your head right” before you can feel better in your body. But the nervous system responds to experience, not just thought.
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What Australian startups are prioritising when building their first website
For Australian startups, building that first business website often feels like a make-or-break moment.
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Could shipping containers help solve Melbourne’s space crunch?
In a city where space is tight, shipping containers are helping Melbourne creatives and small businesses rethink how and where they operate. Here's how.
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How to make your house an all-weather home
Australia’s climate can be famously unpredictable, one moment it’s scorching hot, the next it’s bucketing down with rain, and somewhere in between, there’s a gust of wind strong enough to send your garden chairs flying.
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Australian beauty trends of the last five years and what to expect in 2026
The Australian beauty industry is constantly evolving, with new trends emerging each year that reflect the changing needs and desires of consumers.
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Blending the best of Melbourne: A taste of the city that will leave you wanting more!
As the Australian Open approaches in January, tennis enthusiasts from across the globe will flock to Melbourne, ready to witness some of the most exhilarating matches in the sporting calendar.
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The lost Dolphin Fountain of Carlton Gardens
This photograph shows a fountain that once stood in the pathways of Carlton Gardens during the 1870s.
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How window furnishings can boost buyer appeal and property value
Curtains and blinds can enhance the feel of your home and make it stand out in the property market.
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