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New VCAT headquarters opens at 308 La Trobe St

March 27th, 2026 - Sean Car

Victoria’s civil and administrative tribunal has officially opened its new CBD headquarters at 308 La Trobe St, with the state government saying the move will help reduce wait times and make justice services easier to access.

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Police boost CBD presence as Operation Harmony expands

March 26th, 2026 - Sean Car

Victoria Police has significantly expanded its visible presence in Melbourne’s CBD, with the latest version of Operation Harmony now delivering almost double the daily number of officers patrolling the city.

Why do international students keep choosing Melbourne?

March 25th, 2026 - Harika Potnuru

Amid the playful sound at the pedestrian signals, tram bells, and an unlimited spread of cuisines, Melbourne continues to rank as one of the best student cities in the world, currently sitting fifth in global QS rankings, and for good reason.

Comedy festival hits the spot

March 25th, 2026 - Jenny Denton

This year the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, which opens on Wednesday, March 25, marks its 40th anniversary with its biggest-ever event, taking in more than 800 shows.

Community CCTV appeal

March 25th, 2026 - Jenny Denton

Local police are appealing to members of the community with public-facing CCTV cameras to register them in a database used to help solve crimes.

Multicultural Hub marks one millionth visitor

March 25th, 2026 - Sean Car

Melbourne’s Multicultural Hub at 506 Elizabeth St has reached a major milestone, recording its one millionth visitor after 18 years of supporting migrants, refugees, international students and other diverse communities in the heart of the city.

Moomba weapons arrest

March 23rd, 2026 - Jenny Denton

Police believe they likely prevented serious violence when they arrested several armed males near St Kilda Rd on the first night of the Moomba Festival, they said.

Melbourne International Comedy Festival adds magic, circus and science to 2026 lineup

March 23rd, 2026 - Gabrielle Shi

This year’s Melbourne International Comedy Festival will feature a full program of high-energy spectacle, with circus, magic and explosive science among the offerings.

Stephen Mayne joins latest Future Melbourne podcast to unpack CBD recovery

March 18th, 2026 - CBD News

The second episode of Hyperlocal News’ new Future Melbourne podcast is now live, with former Melbourne councillor and Crikey founder Stephen Mayne joining the program to discuss the future of the CBD and the economic forces shaping it after the pandemic.