Politics
Sally Capp bows out as Lord Mayor on her terms
Sally Capp, the Lord Mayor who brought a new lease of life, energy, and dynamism to the role at a time when it was needed more than ever, ended weeks of speculation on March 28, announcing she would be resigning come the end of June.
Latest
Superannuation on paid parental leave – a win for all
From July 1, 2025, superannuation will now be paid on top of government-funded paid parental leave.
Read MoreWilliam Angliss Institute “Meating Needs” at FoodBank
William Angliss Institute’s new Meating Needs program has been providing support to Foodbank while upskilling apprentices.
Read MoreTrusted real estate agents in Melbourne
Whether you're looking for a dream family home in the suburbs or a property investment in the CBD, Melbourne offers a huge variety of properties to suit any buyer's needs. However, finding the right place at the right price is often easier said than done.
Read MoreTraders renew calls to bring Chinatown back to its former glory
Traders in Chinatown are hoping to breathe new life into the historic precinct after citing concerns of increases in rough sleepers and graffiti, and an overall outdated appearance of the area.
Read MoreCouncillor raises questions about Greenline costs
City of Melbourne Cr Roshena Campbell says “a lot of people in Melbourne” would see the money spent to date on the Greenline project as “eye-watering”.
Read MoreMatt Harvey brings Wage Against The Machine to comedy festival stage
CBD resident and award-winning comedian and storyteller, Matt Harvey, is gearing up to perform his latest show Wage Against The Machine as part of the Melbourne International Comedy Festival (MICF) from March 29 to April 21.
Read MoreResidents Forum 3000 welcomes council CEO
The City of Melbourne’s (CoM’s) relatively new CEO Alison Leighton joined residents on March 7 to report on the city’s health and give us some insight into what to expect in months to come.
Read MoreMeet Laurence Hewson: the voice of Flinders Street Station
Most CBD commuters going through Flinders St are likely familiar with the vibrant voice of Laurence Hewson echoing over the loudspeakers; a local Melbourne hero fondly dubbed “the voice of Flinders Street Station”.
Read More“They need our compassion, not judgement”: Church leaders make plea for injecting room
Leaders from three prominent CBD churches have called on the Victorian Government to open a safe injecting room in the central city, urging the state’s leaders to recognise a pressing need to help Melbourne’s “most vulnerable”.
Read More
Local schools are overflowing
Download the Latest Edition