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Head of safety and cleaning portfolio defends council’s approach to community safety
City of Melbourne Cr Rafael Camillo has doubled down on the council’s commitment to community safety, as concerns continue to grow among Melbourne’s homeless community.
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Cohealth to end GP services at three Melbourne clinics amid funding crisis
Community health provider Cohealth has announced it will end GP services at its Collingwood, Fitzroy, and Kensington sites in December 2025, with the Collingwood clinic at 365 Hoddle St set to close completely by mid-2026.
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CBD resident urges council to hold faith-based organisations accountable in combating homelessness
Jake Land is a CBD resident and a former council candidate and adult store proprietor. However, now in retirement, he has shifted his energy into a campaign calling for churches in Melbourne to do more to address the homelessness crisis.
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Division overshadows Residents 3000 AGM as new committee elected
Tensions were high at the Residents 3000 Annual General Meeting (AGM) at the Kelvin Club on October 2, as members gathered to elect a new general committee following weeks of internal controversy.
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Work begins on new CBD community health hub to tackle addiction and disadvantage
Work has officially begun on a new Community Health Hub in Melbourne’s CBD, which the state government says will provide a central access point for treatment, social support and addiction services when it opens in 2026.
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Elevated festivities at Eureka 89
Eureka 89 is Melbourne’s premier destination for those seeking a sophisticated dining experience, ideal for getting into the festive spirit.
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Crime surge hits Melbourne: thefts from cars and retail stores drive state-wide increase
Victoria has recorded its sharpest rise in crime in more than a decade, with thefts from vehicles and retail stores among the offences surging most strongly, according to new data from the state’s Crime Statistics Agency (CSA).
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The City of Melbourne is looking to reduce the disruption caused by protests
The City of Melbourne intends to reduce disruption caused by weekly protests. However, experts warn that the right to peaceful assembly must be protected.
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“Ghost colleges”: a reflection of Australia’s relationship with migrant work
Melbourne is home to more than 230,000 international students from around 175 different countries. It is an international hub of innovation, artistry and community that makes it a drawcard for so many.
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Councillor speaks out against city’s security crackdown
City of Melbourne councillor Dr Olivia Ball has warned that the council’s security initiatives are heading in a troubling direction and represent a misuse of public funds, with new safety officers set to be equipped with handcuffs and given the power to make arrests.
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