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In search of the CBD’s founders
Archaeologists are hoping for their first real look at the lives of the CBD’s first European residents during digs associated with the Metro Tunnel project.
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Melbourne still Green
The latest federal electorate redistribution has removed Flemington and Travancore – strong Greens areas – from the seat of Melbourne held by Green MP Adam Bandt.
Read MoreMarket basement a “terrorist target”
West Melbourne architect John McNabb has cautioned the City of Melbourne over the risk of terrorism posed by its planned three-level basement under the Queen Victoria Market (QVM).
Read MoreOverall crime figure falls in the CBD
The number of reported crimes in the CBD fell in the year to March 31, according to recently-released Crime Statistics Agency (CSA) data.
Read MorePolitical process fails heritage building
Local residents have lost their fight to save from the wrecker’s ball the heritage former Spinks Tinsmith in LaTrobe St.
Read MoreDrastic plan to reduce CBD motorists
The City of Melbourne has proposed sweeping changes to road and parking rules in the CBD to create more space for pedestrians and cyclists.
Read MoreCyclists need protection in the city
Would-be cyclists are fearful of riding through the CBD and surrounding areas because of a lack of protection on the roads, City of Melbourne research has found.
Read MoreRichard Foster “lied to us”
Melbourne councillor Nic Frances Gilley used the occasion of endorsement of the council’s Reconciliation Action Plan 2018–20 on June 5 to accuse former councillor Richard Foster of lying.
Read MoreLast CBD petrol station to close
Melbourne CBD’s last petrol station is set to be shut down and replaced by an apartment tower.
Read MorePet projects show allegiances
As the City of Melbourne in June moved closer to adopting its 2018/19 budget, councillors negotiated extra spending on some “pet” projects.
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Blaming bike lanes for traffic jams “flawed logic”
Record December caps strong rebound in Melbourne’s CBD economy
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