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More police to hit the beat, with e-scooter riders put on notice for festive season
New Victoria Police recruits will be deployed in the CBD and a road safety operation will soon target e-scooters riders among measures to enhance safety and security.
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Local groups recognised in the Melbourne Awards
CBD-based homelessness service The Living Room and mental health arts event the Mojo Festival were among the winners at this year’s Melbourne Awards on November 11.
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Spike in heroin deaths but CBD injecting room still in limbo
The new mental health minister has conceded there is “significant drug harm going on in the CBD” but the government had to consider “amenity for both residents and business owners”.
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Businesses running as normal after temporary setback
Two CBD businesses are operating as normal after their main entrance was closed due to a faulty escalator believed to be out of action for six years.
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Melbourne’s first floating music festival
A floating music festival along the Yarra River with popular cover bands and emerging artists is set to take centre stage in a first-time event.
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First-ever Mushroom Festival a success
Thousands of people have gathered to celebrate the first-ever Mushroom Festival at Queen Victoria Market in what proved to be a weekend of fun and feasting.
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CBD blood donation centre inspiring hope and “enhancing lives”
While at times it can feel as though there’s nothing we can do to make a profound difference in the world, the simple act of donating blood could mean that someone has the chance to get their life back.
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Christmas Spectacular returns to Melbourne
Master magician and illusionist Michael Boyd will return to Melbourne in December with the most magical holiday event of the season.
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Retail owner shattered after $100K of designer wear stolen
The owner of a high-end clothing shop in the CBD has been left devastated after intruders smashed their way in, making off with an estimated $100,000 worth of stock.
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City mourns after Bourke St tragedy as traders hope to see visitors return
CBD traders say striking a balance that allows for enhanced security while maintaining a lively atmosphere will be crucial to the city’s resilience after a Bourke St tragedy claimed the life of a man.
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