Business

Creatives descend on Howey Place as part of shopfront program

June 22nd, 2022 - CBD News

Howey Place is getting back to its vibrant best thanks to the help of five new pop-ups opening their doors as part of the City of Melbourne $2.6 million Shopfront Activation Program to revitalise empty shopfronts.

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New hospitality venues at Queen Victoria Market offer more reason to “dine, shop and dwell in the precinct”

June 22nd, 2022 - Brendan Rees

A popular craft brewery which began pouring its first drinks at the Queen Victoria Market (QVM) four years ago will soon call the former Mercat Cross Hotel its new home.

New State Library CEO hopes to create meaningful experience for all visitors

June 22nd, 2022 - Brendan Rees

The State Library Victoria’s incoming CEO Paul Duldig says one of his top priorities will be transforming access to the library’s collection and services.

Survey reveals few CBD businesses pushing strong return to work

June 22nd, 2022 - David Schout

Less than one in five CBD businesses were asking employees to travel into the office for four or five days a week, in further proof the city’s rhythm had shifted strongly as a result of COVID-19.

Stories of safety emerge amid passionate bike lane debate

June 22nd, 2022 - David Schout

A common thread emerged throughout a marathon five-hour meeting at Melbourne Town Hall on June 7, where safe cycling infrastructure was again the feature topic.

Glass slipper moment enhanced with surprising comedy flair

June 22nd, 2022 - Kaylah Joelle Baker

Many of us may know the magical story of Cinderella back to front, but Rodgers and Hammerstein’s version is sure to leave audiences pleasantly surprised.