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Short-stays behind property price pain
The Victorian Government must address the state’s unregulated commercial short-stay industry, if it’s serious about fixing Melbourne’s housing affordability crisis.
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The CBD is too good to leave
Having been living in the CBD for the past 10 years, New Zealander Katy Turbitt said she had witnessed many changes in this high-rise village.
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Activating vertical villages
The Heart Foundation has long advocated walkable neighbourhoods with connected streets and open spaces to promote physical activity, but what opportunities are there in our high-density vertical villages?
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Opera singer finds voice in the CBD
The CBD is home to seasoned opera singer Eddie Muliaumaseali’i, whose new musical comedy Jack of Two Trades received critical acclaim last month.
Read MoreBuildings are coming down
The Metro Tunnel Project appreciates people’s support while we undertake these vital works and urge caution around our sites.
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Guide to Melbourne for Brazilians
When former Brazilian doctor Filipe Paiva came to Melbourne 10 months ago, he soon noticed the disengagement between Brazilians and the local community.
Read MorePush for a more pedestrian-friendly CBD
In the last 20 years, the City of Melbourne has turned 80 hectares of asphalt into open space in a bid to make the city more pedestrian-friendly.
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Growing Urban Seedlings
Behind the concrete facade of the 174 Collins St building is a growing indoor community garden with a purpose to bring fresh urban-grown produce to local tables.
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Demolition fears for historic drill hall
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