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Third tower approved for research hub

May 28th, 2020 - David Schout

The approval of a third and final tower in a block-long project on the CBD’s northern fringe has been fast-tracked by the state government as part of an effort to speed up development during COVID-19.

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CBD’s new digs

May 28th, 2020 - Meg Hill

One of the most significant archaeological discoveries in the CBD in recent years has been uncovered on a King St construction site.

Green light for Elizabeth Street works

May 28th, 2020 - CBD News

The redevelopment of Elizabeth Street’s southern end could finally begin later this year after the City of Melbourne gave the green light to construction works.

Hoping to survive

May 28th, 2020 - Rhonda Dredge

The CBD’s prime hipster hang-outs could be up for a shake-out as cafes begin the slow process of wooing back their customers.

Pop-up bike lanes to ease looming congestion

May 28th, 2020 - David Schout

The City of Melbourne will install 12 kilometres of pop-up cycling lanes to help the city deal with expected traffic chaos as COVID-19 restrictions ease.

$17 million for local art

May 28th, 2020 - CBD News

The City of Melbourne will invest $17 million in the arts to keep Melburnians connected to our creative sector as the city responds to COVID-19.

Grillin’ it: QVM cooking school wins council grant

May 28th, 2020 - Jack Hayes

The City of Melbourne has awarded its first round of grants as part of their financial support package to help businesses adapt to COVID-19 restrictions.

A short-stay “apocalypse”

April 22nd, 2020 - Meg Hill

The city’s rental market is flooded due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic causing the short-stay market to collapse, according to real estate agents and short-stay operators.

Council backs greater student help

April 22nd, 2020 - David Schout

The City of Melbourne has urged greater support for the 52,000 international students who live or study within the CBD amid the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.