Planning
Trade-off on over-shadowing
The City of Melbourne last month sacrificed its formerly-consistent opposition to over-shadowing of the south bank of the Yarra in return for public open space at 447 Collins St.
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Demolition fears for historic drill hall
The Royal Historical Society of Victoria (RHSV) fears it could be evicted from its premises and the historical building demolished after the state election.
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Fashion on the track
Spring is in the air and it’s time to get ready for the racing carnival.
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Time for asparagus
Spring has signalled the start of many of my favourite vegetables such as broad beans and artichokes, but you can’t go past the humble asparagus.
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Dr James is ready to serve our city
James Khong has experienced many things during his 73 years, but one of the things he is most enthusiastic about is living in Melbourne’s CBD.
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Turning Japanese!
From the largest to the smallest piece of street art!
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The experimental politician
Councillor Arron Wood has an amazing CV but it remains to be seen whether “politician” will be added to the list.
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Malaysians choose Melbourne for business mission
Melbourne’s CBD continued to out shine other Australian capital cities when we played host last month to 20 of Malaysia’s largest and most successful property developers.
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Doogle adds some magic
One can’t help but remember Toto, the Cairn terrier in The Wizard of Oz when you meet Doogle.
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Alan Findlater loves living in the CBD
The big Scotsman has tried the ‘burbs – Blackrock and Elwood – but they don’t come close to what the centre of town offers.
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Victory Parade, August 1945 – “106 minutes of wild cheering”
Council fast-tracks new cycling lanes
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