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Local chef leads the charge against food waste
From the early days of working in fine dining kitchens to his collaborations with Jamie Oliver, Melbourne chef Tobie Puttock has lived many culinary lives.
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Restoring Melbourne as the most liveable city in the world
A jewel in the crown – a title once afforded to the world’s most liveable city. Melbourne had broken its own record and was the first city ever to win the title for seven consecutive years.
Read MoreDancing Hands: celebrating Aboriginal women artists in craft and design
Opening later this month, Dancing Hands is a stirring tribute to cultural knowledge, community, and creativity, showcasing the work of six Aboriginal women artists from across the country.
Read MoreNow or Never returns to transform Melbourne with art, sound and innovation
Melbourne’s newest festival, Now or Never, is back for its third year, transforming city streets and venues under an exciting program combining art, sound, technology and ideas.
Read MoreA chilling look behind the curtain: Smokescreen makes Melbourne debut
This July, Bare Witness Theatre Company brings its provocative and critically acclaimed production Smokescreen to Melbourne’s fortyfivedownstairs for a six-show season, running from July 8 to 13.
Read MoreFrench flair returns to Melbourne with new CBD cultural hub
The Alliance Française de Melbourne has opened a bold new chapter in its 135-year history, launching a dedicated French Hub in the heart of the CBD.
Read MoreCouncil celebrates milestone with 3000th tree planted on Batman Avenue
The City of Melbourne has hit a major milestone in its mission to green the city, planting its 3000th tree for the financial year – and it’s not stopping there.
Read MoreAfrican Festival Melbourne returned to Queen Victoria Market
Melbourne came alive for African Festival Melbourne 2025, which lit up Queen Victoria Market with an electrifying celebration of African music, food, dance and community.
Read MoreHistoric Melbourne pub reborn as Hickens Hotel following $6.5M makeover
One of Melbourne’s most iconic CBD pubs is set to relaunch this winter with a bold new identity and four-level transformation.
Read MoreCouncil seeks local input to enhance Participate Melbourne
The City of Melbourne is looking to improve its online community feedback process – a decision welcomed by community leaders. However, some are calling for the entire consultation process to be streamlined and enhanced.
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Passing the buck on short-stay issue
