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Bobby Bajram: More than a mountaineer

Bobby Bajram: More than a mountaineer

July 26th, 2023 - Georgie Atkins

Aiming higher than most, 56-year-old Bobby Bajram has set himself the ultimate challenge of conquering the 8840-metre summit of Mount Everest; a lifelong aspiration that not even his multiple sclerosis (MS) can get in the way of.

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The cheapest address in the CBD 

June 21st, 2023 - Rhonda Dredge

There’s a lovely little bluestone warehouse in Little Collins St surrounded by office towers. 

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Tossing between feelings

May 24th, 2023 - Rhonda Dredge

Ronnie Scott is a novelist and lecturer at RMIT’s city campus. He talks to CBD News about his latest bittersweet novel.

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Beekeeper Parade: a story of hope and triumph

March 22nd, 2023 - Brendan Rees

Behind an unassuming pop-up shop in Swanson St, where you’ll find a vibrant display of upcycled bags and accessories, is a remarkable story of resilience and hope.

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Gary’s commitment to putting international students centre stage

February 22nd, 2023 - Kaylah Joelle Baker

Gary Lee understands the exciting and daunting challenges that come with being an international student, and it is the reason why he has dedicated so much time to helping students make Melbourne home.

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The local supporting rough sleepers through building connections

January 25th, 2023 - Kaylah Joelle Baker

Kit Regan believes that supporting people to make healthier and happier changes is done through building real meaningful connections, and it is a mission they live out. 

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Humbled by the award

November 23rd, 2022 - Rhonda Dredge

Pellegrini’s Espresso Bar has won the Hall of Fame Award in the Eat Drink Design Awards 2022 for the most visually remarkable hospitality venues in Australia

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Former refugee sets up law practice

October 26th, 2022 - Rhonda Dredge

Ambition underscores many of the moves by young professionals who set up offices in the CBD, hoping to make their mark on society.

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Learning to live here

September 21st, 2022 - Rhonda Dredge

There’s a cute little café down a lane off Little Collins St and it’s one of the few open on a Saturday in this neighbourhood.

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Saying it with roses

August 24th, 2022 - Rhonda Dredge

It’s not all politics for the flower guy outside Town Hall even though some of his best customers work within it.

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Women at work – Sands and McDougall staff, 1897

Women at work – Sands and McDougall staff, 1897

February 22nd, 2023 - Dr Cheryl Griffin
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