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Smiles all round from enlightened decision
Everyone’s smiling at Elm Tower in Little Lonsdale St since LED lighting was retrofitted throughout the common areas.
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The great escape
There is a place in the city where people can escape the noise, anxiety and stress.
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CBD is ready for Metro Rail disruption
City businesses and residents appear ready to endure Metro Rail disruption to achieve a great outcome.
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‘Hands in Print’
A new piece of Melbourne’s literary culture falls into place next month with the launch of Hands in Print.
Read MoreCall for resident-free city zones
A suggestion has been made to ban residential development from parts of the CBD to protect commercial property owners from unintended extra costs.
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Fashion and cosmetics collide
RetroStar Vintage Clothing is one of the largest vintage clothing stores in Australia. If you love vintage, it is one of the ultimate spots to visit in the Melbourne CBD for your dose of fashion.
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Ha-Ha – Legend, alien theorist and oyster connoisseur
This gentle and quietly-spoken man is a pioneer of the Melbourne street art scene.
Read MoreOwners’ corporations are a powerful democratic force – if only they knew
I’ve said this before, and I’ll say it again – it is well worthwhile and overdue for an in-depth analysis of owners’ corporations from policy analysts in the government sector on the affordability, sustainability, amenity, privacy and livability of persons living in and communities living together in high-rise towers.
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The first Exhibition Building
Melbourne’s first Exhibition Building was built in 1854 on the present site of the Old Royal Mint in Williams St. It was modelled on the London Crystal Palace of 1851.
Read MoreNew tower design is more acceptable
Chief amongst planning news in the CBD in May was the unveiling of a new design for 212-222 LaTrobe St.
Read MorePrize position
The rat on the second floor might have bitten off more than he could chew when he set himself up as a critic in the Nicholas Building.
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City planning – a view from the top
I recently managed to catch up with Roz Hansen about her thoughts on the direction of Melbourne’s Central Activity District.
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City slicker artists
Marco and Debra Luccio have been together for 17 years and from the very start both shared the same goal: to be professional artists.
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Behind every great lord mayor, there’s …
Susan Riley’s remarkable career as deputy lord mayor is a by-product of being driven to succeed.
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Make the most of June
Melbourne is famous for its apparent poor weather, but we’re pretty good at making the most out of it. Rug up and enjoy a few events happening on the weekends this June.
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Bar-hopping just got serious
It’s a mandatory CBD activity to partake in the occasional bar hop, particularly if you have visitors in town. But if you’re not a regular (and even if you are) it can be hard to stay on top of where to go, how to find it, and what to drink, given our hidden laneway culture.
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Go green this winter
Green smoothies have taken off in cafes around Melbourne offering a good dose of fibre and nutrients in one quick, convenient hit. With each smoothie averaging between 200 and 350 calories (a cronut will give you around 1000) your future summer bod will thank you for it. Here’s our blend of green smoothies around town, all with their own unique style and offerings.
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Practical training for auditors
Local CBD residents participated in an on-site building security audit last month, in a bid to expand the service to more towers.
Read MoreState Library set for major revamp
The State Library is set to be transformed by an $83.1 million facelift, which will open up 40 per cent more of the iconic building to the public.
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