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Private landholders limiting the City of Melbourne’s graffiti crackdown

Private landholders limiting the City of Melbourne’s graffiti crackdown

February 19th, 2025 - Jon Fleetwood

Residents are concerned that Lord Mayor Nick Reece’s quest against graffiti has been curtailed by private landowners.

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The Million Dollar Podcast interviews Tonee Sethi

February 19th, 2025 - CBD News

In this episode of The Million Dollar Podcast, we sit down with Tonee Sethi, the founder of G’Day India magazine and a serial entrepreneur with a remarkable journey across multiple industries and countries. From launching a successful clothing business in New Zealand to navigating the world of hospitality and ultimately establishing one of Australia’s leading Indian community publications, Tonee shares his wisdom on business, resilience, and purpose.

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Porsche & Coffee Festival returns to South Melbourne

February 19th, 2025 - CBD News

More than 220 Porsche cars will be on display on March 9 as the annual South Melbourne Porsche & Coffee Festival returns to Clarendon St for its third year.

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Melbourne Conversations returns in 2025 with bold discussion on public spaces

February 17th, 2025 - CBD News

The City of Melbourne’s longest-running free public talk series, Melbourne Conversations, will launch its 2025 season with a forum exploring the role Melbourne’s public space plays in its ever-evolving urban identity. 

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“No-one is too cool for Moomba”: Sooshi Mango crowned 2025 Moomba Monarchs

February 13th, 2025 - Georgie Atkins

Melbourne’s very own comedy trio, Sooshi Mango, has been named the 2025 Moomba Monarchs and are set to take centre stage at this year’s festival in March, bringing their popular "ethnic dad" personas - Johnny, Vince, and Sam - along for the ride.

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City of Melbourne’s security push to improve safety

February 7th, 2025 - Jon Fleetwood

The City of Melbourne is set to commence a trial that will see security guards contracted to address “complex” on-street issues.

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Melbourne celebrates Year of the Snake

February 6th, 2025 - Jon Fleetwood

Melburnians took to the streets in February to celebrate the annual Chinese Lunar New Year festival in the Chinatown precinct.

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Two men to face court over infamous “Pam the Bird” graffiti

January 31st, 2025 - Georgie Atkins

A 21-year-old man suspected to be behind the “Pam the Bird” graffiti seen across Victoria was arrested on January 30 and now faces more than 50 charges, including criminal damage, burglary, shop theft, and motor vehicle theft.

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The Million Dollar Podcast interviews Thomas and Anabelle

January 23rd, 2025 - CBD News

In this episode of The Million Dollar Podcast, host Ramneek Wayne sits down with Thomas and Anabelle, co-founders of Femme Organic, who delve into their transformative journey from Melbourne’s lockdowns to pioneering a revolutionary period care brand. With an unwavering focus on sustainability, inclusivity, and transparency, Femme Organic has redefined period care with innovative products that prioritize both the environment and the needs of menstruators.

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State government says its “Addiction Action Plan” on track for the CBD 

January 22nd, 2025 - Jon Fleetwood

Key initiatives of the Victorian Government’s Statewide Action Plan to combat drug addiction are under way, with a suite of outreach programs already rolled out and a new community health service expected to open in 2026.

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