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Spike in heroin deaths but CBD injecting room still in limbo

November 21st, 2023 - David Schout

The new mental health minister has conceded there is “significant drug harm going on in the CBD” but the government had to consider “amenity for both residents and business owners”.

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Traffic “mayhem” at Queen Vic Market causes angst as council seeks extension to permit

November 21st, 2023 - Brendan Rees

Road traffic woes stemming from renewal works to Queen Victoria Market may drag out further after the City of Melbourne requested to extend a five-year Heritage Victoria permit for various projects.

Works begin on 50 new apartments for rough sleepers

November 21st, 2023 - David Schout

The renewal of a vacant Little Bourke St building as part of the “Make Room” project has begun.

City Library set for makeover, with new spaces for the whole community

November 21st, 2023 - Brendan Rees

The CBD’s much-loved City Library is set to undergo a major revamp, creating a more inviting and modern space.

Lord Mayor off to Dubai for climate change conference

November 21st, 2023 - Brendan Rees

Lord Mayor Sally Capp is set to jet off to Dubai to meet with companies that can “progress commercial opportunities” in support of climate resilience back home.

A state of colonial confusion

November 21st, 2023 - Brendan Rees

A new thought-provoking and powerful art exhibition recently launched at Town Hall’s City Gallery invites visitors to confront the complexities and legacies of Australia’s colonial past.

Melbourne’s first floating music festival

November 21st, 2023 - Brendan Rees

A floating music festival along the Yarra River with popular cover bands and emerging artists is set to take centre stage in a first-time event.

A Christmas Carol’s second Melbourne season set to “thrill audiences” at Comedy Theatre

November 21st, 2023 - Georgie Atkins

Charles Dickens’ classic, A Christmas Carol, has returned to Melbourne’s Comedy Theatre for a second season following its hit run in 2022, with the show’s new season extended to January 7, 2024 ahead of opening night on November 23.