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How life is changing for CBD locals
In an apartment in the city, a semi-retired couple with careers in health economics behind them have been watching the coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis play out.
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An interesting woman
When Lynne Wenig moved into one of the earliest office building conversions in 1995 she found the CBD quite bland but she soon discovered she had the skills to make a home here.
Read MoreMore short-stay abuse - with no recourse for residents
Residents across Melbourne are reporting more horror stories of short-stay abuse – with little chance of any meaningful redress and still less of any resolution.
Read MoreVertical villages - an owners’ corporation manager’s view
Our vertical villages employ a host of workers – concierges, window washers, gardeners – but when it comes to the owners’ corporation (OC) manager, some of us are less clear about their role, often asking “what’s the difference between an OC manager and a building manager?”
Read MoreThe apple doesn’t fall far
They say the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree but in the case of Market Organics owner Wendy Edwards, the phrase takes on a whole new meaning.
Read MoreState Library Station taking shape below Swanston St
Construction of the Metro Tunnel Project’s new State Library Station is well underway, with the main cavern now excavated and work starting on the permanent station.
Read MoreWhat could your business achieve if it had a cash injection?
Alternatively, has your business been impacted by the recent bushfires? There are grants available to assist with both growth and recovery.
Read MoreThe air we breathe
The catastrophic fires this summer brought days of high air pollution to Melbourne and a heightened awareness of the effects of climate change. How are CBD residents to respond?
Read MoreMeet Mr Smith
The walk home through Flagstaff Gardens is a highlight of Mr Smith’s day, according to Jenni. At 11 years old, the wirehaired dachshund has slowed down a bit, but Jenni said he still enjoyed getting out.
Read MoreMelbourne Food and Wine Festival 2020
The Melbourne Food and Wine Festival (MFWF) is back for 2020 with more than 140 events featuring a star-studded international and homegrown line-up.
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