Arts & Culture
New City Gallery exhibition maps Melbourne’s memories from sky to street
A striking new exhibition at City Gallery, Melbourne Town Hall invites visitors to rediscover the city through the lens of memory, mapping and belonging.
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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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Residents 3000 “not imploding” despite claim of a “political takeover”
City of Melbourne councillor Rafael Camillo is at the centre of a bitter dispute engulfing residents’ group Residents 3000, with a committee member accusing him of politicising the organisation and using it to advance his personal agenda.
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Hidden history of Milton House
The state heritage-listed building that now faces partial demolition and renovations as part of the redevelopment of the neighbouring Shell House on Flinders Lane, Milton House was first built as a private hospital in 1901.
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Heritage reborn: 42-storey tower unveiled at 623 Collins St
A striking new 42-storey tower is set to rise above Collins St, blending modern residential living with one of Melbourne’s most historic addresses.
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Council aims to double the number of houses in the city by 2051
The City of Melbourne aims to double the number of homes within the municipality over the next 25 years. However, councillors have raised concerns about the feasibility of this goal.
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Niagara House sells for $9.95m at packed CBD auction
A landmark CBD property, Niagara House at 370 Little Bourke St, has sold for $9.95 million at a highly competitive auction that drew a huge crowd during the AFL Finals series.
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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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The dangers of binge sitting
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