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MIFF launches first glimpse of 2024 program

June 18th, 2024 - Georgie Atkins

The Melbourne International Film Festival (MIFF), running from August 8 to 25, has unveiled the first of its extensive 2024 program, promising a diverse array of films and events for all to enjoy.

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Man charged after alleged sexual assault

June 17th, 2024 - Brendan Rees

Police have charged a man following an alleged sexual assault of a 19-year-old woman on June 3 in the CBD.

Police dismantle alleged motorbike theft syndicate

June 5th, 2024 - Brendan Rees

Ten people have been charged as police investigate a syndicate of alleged motorbike thieves targeting the CBD and neighbouring suburbs.

Fight to save lives continues as community reacts with mixed emotions to injection room scrap

May 22nd, 2024 - Brendan Rees

Community members have expressed disappointment over the state government’s decision to reject a supervised drug injection room in the CBD while others, including traders, say it has been met with relief.

A safe place for gig workers launches in the CBD

May 22nd, 2024 - Sean Car

A “Gig Workers’ Hub” where riders, drivers and cleaners can come together and have free access to food and drinks, has opened in the CBD.

City of Melbourne celebrates food sustainability at Fed Square

May 15th, 2024 - CBD News

Sustainability leaders and locally-grown foodie legends will dig into discussion at Fed Square this month, as part of City of Melbourne’s free Melbourne Conversations series.

Why I love our local libraries

May 7th, 2024 - Jamal Hakim

There’s one public space that is truly inclusive, accessible and available to all members of our community – our public libraries.

State government scraps plans for safe injecting room in CBD

April 24th, 2024 - Brendan Rees

The state government has rejected a proposal for a supervised injecting room in the CBD, instead announcing plans for a new community health hub in Flinders St.

A comedy of talent!

April 23rd, 2024 - Sean Car

The nominees for most outstanding show and best newcomer gathered on the steps of Melbourne Town Hall on April 17 to celebrate this year's record-breaking Melbourne International Comedy Festival, which saw more than 800 performers over 650 shows in 133 venues.