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Student talent on show
Eight aspiring hairdressers from the Australian College of Hair Design and Beauty flaunted their skills at a fashion show on Wednesday, October 7.
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Tensions run hot on bicycle plan
A backlash against further advances towards Melbourne becoming more bicycle friendly was felt when Melbourne councillors discussed a new draft bicycle plan last month.
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Call for discretion in CBD planning
Urban experts predict unaffordable apartments if mandatory planning controls continue in the CBD.
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Thumbs up for planning reforms
Back then, former planning minister “Mr Skyscraper” Matthew Guy was earning the ire of academics, architects, planners, councillors and CBD residents for his apparent unrestrained approach.
Read MoreDecision on tunneling
The State Government last month announced it would use tunnel-boring machinery to construct the proposed Metro Rail tunnels under the Yarra River.
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‘Captain’ picks two ‘legends’
Two special “captain’s picks” awards were presented at the annual Lord Mayor’s Commendations on August 24.
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State acts on smoking
The City of Melbourne’s long crusade against banning smoking in outdoor dining areas has finally received support at State Government level after it announced plans to introduce bans from 2017.
Read MoreWhite Night returns
The State Government has confirmed the return of White Night Melbourne on February 20, 2016.
Read MoreLocal retailers are being marginalised
Local brands are being pushed to the outer by cashed up foreign retailers, according to a new report by CBRE.
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All alone, but still smiling
Steve Everett was quite alone when he came to town for Vietnam Veterans Day on August 18.
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Old newsstands nurture start-ups
Policewoman takes out top literary prize
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