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A message from the Lord Mayor
As we adjust to a radically different way of life, Melbourne must remain a caring city that lends a helping hand during tough times. We know this is an extremely stressful situation for most people and looking after those most at risk has never been more important.
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Supporting our city businesses
Melbourne businesses are the lifeblood of the city, and the City of Melbourne is offering services to help support businesses affected by COVID-19.
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Welcome relief for Queen Vic Market
Having initially offered 25 and 50 per cent rent relief for food and non-food related traders, respectively, Queen Victoria Market (QVM) management was quick to respond with 100 per cent relief for all traders last month as the threat of COVID-19 spread.
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City of online literature
The CBD and surrounds is defined in part by its public libraries, with Melbourne listed as a UNESCO City of Literature. There is something iconic, and unique, about the State Library of Victoria, the City Library, Boyd and the Library at the Dock.
Read MoreCouncils granted extra time for budgets
The state government has extended the deadline for council budgets and annual reporting due to the impacts of COVID-19.
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A new way of thinking
The choir sings online to an audience it cannot see and ministers preach to parishioners they cannot hear.
Read MoreMass arrests for commercial burglaries
Fifty-four people have been arrested in an operation targeting commercial burglaries in the CBD and surrounds.
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Caring for one of our oldest residents
Amid all the current stresses of COVID-19, arborist Dan Kollenburg is continuing to care for Australia’s oldest olive tree, which is forming part of a new development at Wesley Place in the CBD.
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Virtual support through isolation
Amid the COVID-19 lockdown, Melbourne’s culture continues to flourish. The streets are empty but Melbournians are still learning, creating and recreating from the comfort of their own homes.
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International Women’s Day
RMIT University celebrated International Women’s Day at the campus’ after-dark space on Friday, March 6 where the student union came together in support of the day’s 2020 theme #EachforEqual.
Read MoreWe need a clear cladding policy – now!
We are still waiting for a coherent government policy on combustible cladding that can provide clarity for owners’ corporations (OCs) facing massive bills for rectification.
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Hockingstuart becomes Belle Property
In what has become Australia’s largest known consolidation of agencies, Melbourne real estate heavyweight Hockingstuart has merged with Sydney-based agency Belle Property.
Read MoreOpportunism over compassion
The City of Melbourne has seized upon these unprecedented times to take advantage of vulnerable Queen Victoria Market (QVM) traders and customers.
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Bruno’s a fan of Flagstaff
Nine-month-old Cavoodle Bruno’s favourite hangout is right here in the CBD, according to his owner Yui.
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What did Rafael say to Sally?
Residents 3000 president Rafael Camillo was recently invited to have morning coffee with the Lord Mayor of Melbourne Sally Capp.
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Dining in style at Spencer Street Station
Spencer Street Station (now Southern Cross Station) has been the first port of call for country and interstate train travellers since the 1850s.
Read MoreBusiness networking during COVID-19
It is certainly unchartered territory right now for businesses with the presence of COVID-19. While the impacts to everyone’s businesses during this time of uncertainty will be different, clearly, we all need to keep progressing with whatever forward momentum we can. If you or your target market no longer want or are able to conduct face to face business, what are your strategies? Here are just a few of your options:
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Tunnelling under the CBD now in full swing
Construction is ramping up on the new Town Hall Station with tunnelling underway at all three CBD sites as part of the Metro Tunnel project.
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Ban on vaping
The City of Melbourne has is proposing to ban e-cigarettes and vaping after an attempt to synchronise the city’s local laws with Victorian tobacco laws.
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New green Wesley Place
Minister for Planning Richard Wynne has issued planning approval for new public open space as part of Charter Hall’s Wesley Place development.
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