Politics

Council seeks local input to enhance Participate Melbourne

June 25th, 2025 - Jon Fleetwood

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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We have a rubbish reputation, but a circular city is still in reach

June 25th, 2025 - Dan Ong

The good news? Victoria’s container deposit scheme has taken off – 1.86 billion drink containers returned in under two years, with another 20 million added each week since.

Thousands celebrate Track Work at Anzac Station

June 25th, 2025 - Metro Tunnel

The Metro Tunnel Project team hosted its first major music event inside a station on Sunday, June 15, as more than 3000 people descended on Anzac Station for Track Work – Music From the Underground.

Inner city families deserve a clear plan for high school

June 25th, 2025 - Ellen Sandell

In the past month, I’ve had the privilege of visiting some of our inner-city public schools – including University High’s city campus, North Melbourne Primary, and Docklands Primary.

“Taste the Difference” dinner brings Melbourne together for Refugee Week

June 23rd, 2025 - Sean Car

A celebration of flavour, resilience and community spirit took centre stage at the Melbourne Multicultural Hub on June 18, as AMES Australia hosted its annual “Taste the Difference” dinner in honour of Refugee Week 2025.

Victorian Government launches expert panel to review owners’ corporation laws

June 17th, 2025 - Sean Car

The Victorian Government has launched a long-awaited review of owners’ corporation laws, appointing an expert panel to examine concerns raised by the growing number of Victorians living in apartment and strata settings.

First Glance at Melbourne International Film Festival program

June 17th, 2025 - Ricky Sproule

The Melbourne International Film Festival (MIFF) has revealed a “First Glance” at its programming for the upcoming 2025 festival.

Hidden beneath City Baths, Poolhouse Café thrives despite construction challenges

June 4th, 2025 - Alexandra Randall

Tucked beneath the Melbourne Baths is the Poolhouse Café – a hidden alcove offering RMIT students, construction workers, and gymgoers a hidden escape from the bustling streets above.

Invicta House revival a shining example of CBD retrofitting success

May 30th, 2025 - Sean Car

A century-old building on the corner of Flinders Lane and Swanston St has been given a new lease on life, in a striking example of the kind of adaptive reuse both state and local governments are increasingly pushing for in Melbourne’s post-pandemic city.