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Homestay programs asking for local doors to be opened

July 27th, 2022 - Kaylah Joelle Baker

This month many international students are travelling to Melbourne for semester two, and while their arrival is much-anticipated the need for more homestay hosts until December is becoming apparent.

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QVM turns up the heat in winter with a host of events and activities

July 27th, 2022 - Brendan Rees

After a three-year hiatus, the Queen Victoria Market (QVM) is seeing huge crowds throng to its popular Night Market with about 28,000 visitors turning up every Wednesday.

Concerns grow of alcohol abuse as decision on late-night liquor licence freeze looms

June 22nd, 2022 - Brendan Rees

CBD residents say they fear the outcome of a review next year of the existing freeze on late-night liquor licencing that could open the flood gates if it is not extended.

Digital “one-stop-shop” Neighbourhood Portal launches to help connect CBD residents

June 22nd, 2022 - Brendan Rees

A new online interactive portal where residents can learn more about the CBD neighbourhood has officially launched.

New State Library CEO hopes to create meaningful experience for all visitors

June 22nd, 2022 - Brendan Rees

The State Library Victoria’s incoming CEO Paul Duldig says one of his top priorities will be transforming access to the library’s collection and services.

Queens Birthday honour goes to gallerist

June 22nd, 2022 - Rhonda Dredge

CBD gallerist Anna Schwartz has been awarded a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) in the Queen’s Birthday list for her services to arts.

Outstanding Rotarian awarded Queen’s Birthday honour

June 22nd, 2022 - Brendan Rees

Alan Seale, a community stalwart and dedicated Rotarian, has been awarded a Queen’s Birthday honour.

Locals blame squatters for King St fire

June 22nd, 2022 - Rhonda Dredge

Locals are blaming squatters for the fire that destroyed an empty strip club near the corner of King and Lonsdale streets last month.

CBD trader calls time as the city becomes overrun with crime and anti-social behaviour

May 25th, 2022 - Brendan Rees

A CBD trader fed-up with the city looking “grubby” and being overrun with anti-social behaviour says he will shut up shop once his lease ends next year.