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Man injured in Hardware Lane hit and run
Melbourne Crime Investigation Unit detectives are continuing to investigate an incident at Hardware Lane in Melbourne’s CBD on July 4.
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New CBD homelessness service for Aboriginal Victorians
The state government has launched a new pilot site for Aboriginal people experiencing or at risk of homelessness on Bourke St.
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Nicholas Reece sworn in as 105th Lord Mayor of Melbourne
Long-standing councillor Nicholas Reece was officially sworn in as the 105th Lord Mayor of Melbourne on July 2, pledging to be a “a hands-on Lord Mayor”.
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Council responds to Lay report
City of Melbourne councillors have unanimously supported the Victorian Government’s Statewide Action Plan to reduce drug harm following the long-awaited release of a report into a proposed CBD safe injecting room.
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Council adopts new policy to address “unacceptable” food insecurity
The City of Melbourne will soon publish a new and improved food policy to help support the 32 per cent of people in the municipality who have reported suffering food insecurity.
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“Evocative lozenge”: Collins St heritage icons preserved under new tower plan
The City of Melbourne has given its enthusiastic support of a $276 million development above the heritage-listed Winfield and Rialto buildings on Collins St, in a project the Victorian Government Architect quizzically described as an “evocative lozenge”.
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A safe place for gig workers launches in the CBD
A “Gig Workers’ Hub” where riders, drivers and cleaners can come together and have free access to food and drinks, has opened in the CBD.
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“This is not binary”: City of Melbourne revises bike lane rollout
City of Melbourne Lord Mayor Sally Capp has called out “binary” debates surrounding transport in the city, declaring “everyone is welcome” to Melbourne, as the council called time on its accelerated bike lane rollout last month.
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Second term for Invest Melbourne
The City of Melbourne has unanimously backed a second term for the Invest Melbourne Advisory Board following an overwhelmingly successful first year in operation.
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Former Paralympian switches sport for performing arts
CBD resident Matthew Hearne is one talented human being.
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Could the Metro Tunnel help Melbourne rediscover its mojo?
Since Melbourne earned the unwanted moniker of the world’s most locked-down city during the COVID pandemic, the mission to “bring the buzz back” to the CBD continues. But could the new Metro Tunnel be opening at the perfect time?
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Council endorses office tower at Flinders Lane despite querying car park demolition
The City of Melbourne has given its approval of a 28-storey high-rise at the western end of Flinders Lane, but not without interrogating the developer’s decision to demolish an existing multi-level carpark at the site.
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A comedy of talent!
The nominees for most outstanding show and best newcomer gathered on the steps of Melbourne Town Hall on April 17 to celebrate this year's record-breaking Melbourne International Comedy Festival, which saw more than 800 performers over 650 shows in 133 venues.
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Police investigate Melbourne CBD assault
Melbourne Crime Investigation Unit detectives are investigating an assault in Melbourne’s CBD on Sunday, March 24.
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“Swanston Triangle” to undergo green renewal
An unused corner pocket of the CBD located at the intersection of Swanston and Victoria streets will be transformed into a new green open space under a City of Melbourne plan.
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Experts gather to discuss “city-shaping” Greenline project
Urban design experts and prominent Melburnians will take part in the City of Melbourne’s first-ever public event on its transformative Greenline Project, ahead of major works starting at Birrarung Marr.
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Sally Capp bows out as Lord Mayor on her terms
Sally Capp, the Lord Mayor who brought a new lease of life, energy, and dynamism to the role at a time when it was needed more than ever, ended weeks of speculation on March 28, announcing she would be resigning come the end of June.
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Trusted real estate agents in Melbourne
Whether you're looking for a dream family home in the suburbs or a property investment in the CBD, Melbourne offers a huge variety of properties to suit any buyer's needs. However, finding the right place at the right price is often easier said than done.
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Melbourne Conversations returns with dynamic line-up to shape the city’s discourse
Melbourne's renowned public event series, Melbourne Conversations, is making a vibrant return, promising a captivating array of special guests and engaging discussions.
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Petition launched to give owners more powers against short-stays
Victorian Liberal MP Georgie Crozier has endorsed a petition led by a group of inner-city residents calling on tougher laws on short-stay accommodation to be introduced by the state government.
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