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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

“That feminist joint”: QVWC celebrates 30 years

January 22nd, 2025 - Georgie Atkins

In celebration of its 30th anniversary, the Queen Victoria Women’s Centre (QVWC) has introduced a new Conservation Appeal Fund, aimed at preserving and enhancing the iconic heritage building.

Tributes flow for Flinders Street Station photo booth owner

January 22nd, 2025 - Jon Fleetwood

The owner of the iconic Flinders Street Station photo booth, Alan Adler, passed away last month at the age of 92.

Butchery graduate named Australia’s Apprentice of the Year

January 22nd, 2025 - Anna Bolten

Matthew Tyquin, a butchery trainee who graduated from William Angliss Institute in the CBD, has been named the 2024 Australian Apprentice of the Year at the Australian Training Awards (ATA).