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Facelift for Rebecca Walk
A Melbourne businessman has bold new plans for Rebecca Walk, a largely abandoned row of bright red and orange pods tucked under the Flinders St Viaduct at Batman Park in the CBD.
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CBD to remain lockout free
Lord Mayor Robert Doyle has reassured hospitality business owners in the CBD that the council is not entertaining a return to lockout laws.
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Will the real Melbourne please stand up
The ambiguity surrounding the place name “Melbourne” is a continuing challenge for those who live and work within postcode 3000.
Read MoreRecognition for small businesses
Eligible local small businesses are invited to apply for this year’s Lord Mayor’s Commendations.
Read MoreCouncil to review CBD heritage
The City of Melbourne is to start a $1 million, two-year review into the heritage status of buildings within the Hoddle Grid.
Read MoreCouncil turns to Spring St on bike parking
The City of Melbourne has called on the State Government to take action on provision of bicycle and motorcycle parking in the municipality.
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The curious decision of 109-111 Little Lonsdale
Residents shouldn’t read too much into last month’s VCAT’s affirmation of the City of Melbourne’s decision to deny developer Tony Brady permission to build a tower at 109-111 Little Lonsdale St.
Read MorePassing the buck on short-stay issue
Residents seeking relief from sharing their apartment buildings with short-term tenants will be disappointed that Consumer Affairs Minister Jane Garrett appears ready to divest herself of the problem.
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City of Melbourne hypocrisy
As reported on page 1, the City of Melbourne doesn't mind paying big money when asked by big media players.
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A really-high school opens
Haileybury College opened the CBD's only school on April 11 - an Early Learning Centre to Year 12, 10-storey vertical school in King St.
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Theosophical Society prepares to merge library and bookshop after falling on hard times
Should I buy off the plan or established?
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