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Local consultation begins for CBD injecting room
Community consultation for Victoria’s second safe injecting room has commenced, as former police commissioner Ken Lay seeks local views before advising the state government of an appropriate site expected to be in the CBD.
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With Docklands at capacity, is it time for a CBD primary school?
After Docklands Primary School hit capacity just two years after opening, should the Department of Education explore opening a vertical primary school in the CBD?
Read MorePedestrians, drivers confused in CBD “shared zones”
Pedestrians are generally hesitant crossing the road despite having right of way in CBD “shared zones”, a review has found.
Read MorePush to double fine for out-of-hours construction breaches
One local councillor said it was an “open secret” some developers were happy to cop current fines, and it was time to make penalties a genuine financial deterrent.
Read MoreUncovering a piece of Melbourne magic
As a city that has built its identity on the unknown – hidden laneways, secret bars down alleys and upstairs, and a supposed series of tunnels underneath the city – Melbourne, and Melburnians, revel in the mystery.
Read MoreNew Greenline designs revealed as Birrarung Marr works pushed back
New designs for the $300 million Greenline project have been revealed by the City of Melbourne, providing a clearer picture of the council’s plan for the “city-shaping” trail.
Read MoreLighting up Melbourne’s streets after dark
Disco laneways, late-night salsa parties and a moon lantern festival are set to take over the CBD’s streets this year, as part of the City of Melbourne and Victorian Government’s Dusk ‘til Dawn Activation Grants program.
Read MoreGet to know an international student: Devanyi Maru
I am doing Master of International Business at the University of Melbourne.
Read MoreDeputy Lord Mayor visits China to build business and education relationships
Deputy Lord Mayor Nicholas Reece is visiting China to rebuild and strengthen business and cultural ties, while advocating for Melbourne as a “leading city for international students”.
Read MoreResidents let down by airport rail delay
A recent announcement by the Victorian Government that the long-awaited fast rail link to Melbourne Airport would no longer meet its mooted 2029 completion date has left many in the community frustrated, and none more so than central city residents.
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Get students back by July: Council
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