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Down the rabbit hole in Melbourne
Why does a rabbit take up residence in a small garden at the foot of a corporate tower at the corner of Bourke and King streets?
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Melbourne Conversations returns in 2025 with bold discussion on public spaces
The City of Melbourne’s longest-running free public talk series, Melbourne Conversations, will launch its 2025 season with a forum exploring the role Melbourne’s public space plays in its ever-evolving urban identity.
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“No-one is too cool for Moomba”: Sooshi Mango crowned 2025 Moomba Monarchs
Melbourne’s very own comedy trio, Sooshi Mango, has been named the 2025 Moomba Monarchs and are set to take centre stage at this year’s festival in March, bringing their popular "ethnic dad" personas - Johnny, Vince, and Sam - along for the ride.
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City of Melbourne’s security push to improve safety
The City of Melbourne is set to commence a trial that will see security guards contracted to address “complex” on-street issues.
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Melbourne celebrates Year of the Snake
Melburnians took to the streets in February to celebrate the annual Chinese Lunar New Year festival in the Chinatown precinct.
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Council expands business support service
The City of Melbourne’s increased investment in its Business Concierge program has yielded strong results, with the number of businesses within the municipality doubling over the past year.
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Two men to face court over infamous “Pam the Bird” graffiti
A 21-year-old man suspected to be behind the “Pam the Bird” graffiti seen across Victoria was arrested on January 30 and now faces more than 50 charges, including criminal damage, burglary, shop theft, and motor vehicle theft.
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The Million Dollar Podcast interviews Thomas and Anabelle
In this episode of The Million Dollar Podcast, host Ramneek Wayne sits down with Thomas and Anabelle, co-founders of Femme Organic, who delve into their transformative journey from Melbourne’s lockdowns to pioneering a revolutionary period care brand. With an unwavering focus on sustainability, inclusivity, and transparency, Femme Organic has redefined period care with innovative products that prioritize both the environment and the needs of menstruators.
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“Opportunity to reset”: Council to stage a 2050 summit for Melbourne
As the curtains drew to a close at Town Hall during the final meeting of 2024, the City of Melbourne endorsed the creation and delivery of a summit that will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Melbourne.
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A memorial for the deceased Turning Basin on the Yarra
Have you ever observed the five carved-wood figureheads proudly facing the Yarra River at Enterprize Wharf, representing a dragon, woman, bird, man and lion?
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Who painted the lane?
The problem is bureaucracy
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