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Five reasons why strata communities get involved in water leak disputes
To those of you who were previously involved in water leak disputes in your development, you would know that these types of issues get quite complex. Do strata communities have to get involved in owner-to-owner water leak disputes?
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Your Melbourne Greens team continues (and grows by one!)
I have some news: at the time of writing (early June), my baby is due in one week! And before I embark upon a short period of maternity leave, I wanted to “officially’ announce that I’m putting up my hand to continue as your state MP for Melbourne at the Victorian election in November.
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Still Sacred and Golden: A reminder of the true gold
An exhibition focused on celebrating plants and cultural practices is being presented at the Koorie Heritage Trust, but while not blatantly obvious from first glance, the work actually explores deeper themes.
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City Square acoustic shed to come down
A six-month operation to dismantle the massive acoustic shed at City Square has started as part of Metro Tunnel works.
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Deliberative democracy – a way of engaging the community
I would like to offer a tangible way that citizens can be involved in deliberating on issues that are difficult to resolve.
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The Pink Car
Ten years ago, the City of Melbourne partnered with The Salvation Army Melbourne to establish an innovative approach to safety in the city.
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Consumer watchdog sues Airbnb after thousands complain
The federal government’s consumer watchdog, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC), has instituted proceedings in the Federal Court against Airbnb for allegedly misleading consumers.
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Farm to mug: Healthy tea revolutionised
Since purchasing a Bunyip farm in 1999, husband and wife Deva and Lily Wijeyewardene have been making the most of the farm that was previously used to grow herbal teas.
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Australian politics is truly at a tipping point
And Victorian politics over the past several years provides an indication of where things can go from here. There’s profound cause for optimism and even excitement.
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Melbourne Fringe Festival turns 40
Apartment standards have been relaxed
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