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New library and community for QVM’s Munro site

August 24th, 2022 - Kaylah Joelle Baker

The Munro Library and Community Hub is on track to transforming the Queen Victoria Market precinct following positive feedback from the community.

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Theosophical Society prepares to merge library and bookshop after falling on hard times

August 24th, 2022 - Brendan Rees

The CBD’s Theosophical Society bookshop and library is preparing to undergo a new look after financial pressures forced the charity to consider diverse ways of serving its devoted customers.

Lack of on-street parking leaves many city-goers eager to “get out”

August 24th, 2022 - Kaylah Joelle Baker

Many small businesses and delivery drivers say they have had enough of on-street parking being taken away, arguing that it has made it less appealing to come into the city.

Curtain falls for historic cinema as owners look to revitalise the space

August 24th, 2022 - Brendan Rees

One of the CBD’s longest running cinemas is preparing to close after more than 70 years.

Lord Mayor takes away key learnings from Singapore trip

August 24th, 2022 - Brendan Rees

Lord Mayor Sally Capp has vowed to ensure Melbourne reclaims the title of the world’s most liveable city after drawing inspiration from her recent visit to Singapore.

Appeal for information following Lonsdale St robbery

August 24th, 2022 - CBD News

Victoria Police Embona Taskforce detectives are investigating following a robbery in Melbourne in June.

Smoke-free zones could be extended

August 24th, 2022 - CBD News

Smoking and vaping could be banned across certain parts of the city as the City of Melbourne looks to extend its smoke-free zones.

New CBD public art intervention reveals Elizabeth St’s hidden waterway

August 24th, 2022 - Kaylah Joelle Baker

Buried beneath bustling Elizabeth St lies a hidden waterway, and emerging artist Joy Zhou is hoping to excite and intrigue people about its discovery through a new sound-based public art intervention.