Planning » Housing

“People’s panel” proposes higher tax on vacant properties

March 18th, 2024 - David Schout

A randomly selected group of everyday Melburnians has come together to recommend ways the City of Melbourne can address the “severe shortage” of affordable housing.

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Extended trading hours set to revitalise CBD retail sector

March 15th, 2024 - Gemma Grant

Twilight trading could soon become the new norm in the CBD, with the City of Melbourne officially supporting a push to extend opening hours after 5pm.

Council to introduce a First Nations committee

March 14th, 2024 - Georgie Atkins

City of Melbourne councillors have unanimously voted in favour of establishing a First Nations advisory committee (FNC), which will play a crucial role “in the governance of the council”.

Australia’s largest photography festival back in town

March 13th, 2024 - Brendan Rees

The highly anticipated PHOTO 2024: International Festival of Photography is back in Melbourne.

More police on the beat: traders call for action at Elizabeth St trouble spot

March 1st, 2024 - Brendan Rees

Frustrated traders have made an impassioned plea for police to address concerns of unruly behaviour and the prevalence of rough sleepers at the southern end of Elizabeth St.

Surviving the cost-of-living crisis

February 29th, 2024 - Michael Sauer

As we enter the third year of high inflation, there are early signs that the worst could be over for many people that are struggling financially.

Parliament Reserve suffers from neglect, residents call for action

February 28th, 2024 - Brendan Rees

Parliament Reserve, a popular park next to Parliament House, is being subjected to vandalism, bins overflowing, and banned bike riders, according to a concerned life-long resident.

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