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Homelessness is a crisis beyond Hosier Lane
Homelessness is not confined to the streets of Hosier Lane. It is a nationwide crisis affecting our cities, suburbs, rural and regional areas.
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Council jeopardises Melbourne’s cultural capital status
The City of Melbourne has proposed a restructure that appears to eliminate Creative City, the arts and culture branch.
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Local CBD organisations win at the 2024 Melbourne Awards
The Beruk exhibition, Travellers Aid Australia, and the Koorie Heritage Trust Stage II by Lyons, Greenaway Architects and Architecture Associates, were among the recipients of this year’s Melbourne Awards, held on November 9.
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Victoria to introduce the nation’s “toughest” tobacco laws
Vendors will face a new and stricter licensing scheme with greater penalties as the Victorian government seeks to crack down on the illegal tobacco trade.
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“Paws” for celebration: Eades Park off-leash space for dogs now open
Four-legged city residents now have a dedicated area to run, play, and socialise, with the opening of the new fenced off-leash dog park at Eades Park on November 19.
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Protesters disrupt opening of Myer Christmas windows
A group of pro-Palestinian protesters interrupted the unveiling of Myer’s annual Christmas windows on November 17, with Premier Jacinta Allan condemning the individuals as “morons”.
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Pasko sa Melbourne: a Filipino Christmas event at QVM
Ring in the festive season and experience Filipino Christmas traditions with this free, family-friendly event at Queen Victoria Market (QVM).
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Crowd celebrates Scots’ Church 150th year
A crowd gathered at the Westpac foyer on Collins Street on November 7 to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Scots’ Church, marking the milestone with the launch of a special exhibition.
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Summer soirée: a guide to hosting as the weather warms up
Who doesn’t love a good old barbeque in the bright warm Australian summer? Outdoor parties with the mates are finally back on the menu as the weather is warming up. If you have been itching to host one yourself, we’ve got you covered.
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Melbourne lab trials virtual reality tech in mental health treatment
A world-first laboratory in Melbourne is on the brink of delivering a new treatment option for mental health. This treatment is like something out of Ready Player One, utilising virtual reality technology.
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How building community can help revitalise our CBD
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