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Fund to help Melbourne musicals hit the stage

Fund to help Melbourne musicals hit the stage

July 28th, 2026 - Sean Car

A new $1 million fund will support the development and production of original musical theatre works in Victoria, as the state government and City of Melbourne look to build the next generation of homegrown stage hits.

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No passing FAD – Chinatown bar clocks up 31 years

July 28th, 2026 - Jenny Denton

Over three decades FAD Gallery Bar has proved its appeal lies well and truly beyond the dictates of fashion. Times have changed and clearly gotten tougher, but the venue is still serving up the art, relaxed vibes and love of life to its eclectic community.

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Scots’ Church announces 2026 Organ Recital Series

July 28th, 2026 - CBD News

Scots’ Church Melbourne will present its 2026 Organ Recital Series this August and September, celebrating the versatility and beauty of the church’s renowned Rieger organ.

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Soup Factory serves winter comfort at QVM

July 28th, 2026 - Jenny Denton

Winter Night Market stall The Soup Factory gets crazy busy on a Wednesday night. Thanks to a pop-up residence in the dairy hall, its unusual offering is currently also on offer to QVM day shoppers.

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Craning its neck for all to see

July 28th, 2026 - Ashley Smith

For nearly half a century, a steam crane stood over the Yarra, a hulking reminder of the river’s working life.

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Camillo says council delivering on safety and cleaning

July 28th, 2026 - Sean Car

Two years into the current council term, City of Melbourne safety and cleaning portfolio lead Cr Rafael Camillo says Town Hall has moved beyond “talking about the problems” and is delivering practical responses to the issues that dominated the 2024 election.

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EastEnders keeps community conversation alive

July 28th, 2026 - Dr Stan Capp

EastEnders provides a vehicle for residents to come together, share thoughts on areas of common interest and hear from inspirational guest speakers.

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Delivering for Melbourne

July 28th, 2026 - Sarah Witty

Melbourne is one of the world’s great cities because we never stand still. We embrace new ideas, celebrate our diversity and back the people and businesses that make our communities thrive. 

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New Flinders St health hub to open later this year

July 27th, 2026 - Sean Car

A new community health hub aimed at supporting some of Melbourne’s most vulnerable people is expected to open on Flinders St later this year, as the state government continues to roll out its response to drug harm in the CBD.

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CBD chef de partie set to compete in MasterChef-style “golden” title

July 26th, 2026 - Jenny Denton

A CBD worker is set to compete for a prestigious national title after winning the Victorian section of a competition described as the “MasterChef of young chefs in Australia”.

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