Planning
Horse-drawn carriage operators fight to keep their livelihoods
For the few horse-drawn carriage drivers left operating in the CBD, one of whom began his career as a teenager 55 years ago, the hope of keeping their livelihoods alive is quickly fading.
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Yarra Pools left disappointed by council’s rejection in Greenline
Final plans for a four-kilometre green trail from Birrarung Marr to the Bolte Bridge have been released, but the City of Melbourne has opted to not progress with a swimmable pool along the Yarra River.
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Queen Vic Market tower gets green light
A 21-storey tower in the Queen Victoria Market precinct will go-ahead after plans were approved by the Minister for Planning.
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E-scooters to launch on February 1
Hundreds of electric scooters will be available to hire across the CBD and nearby surrounds from February 1 as the City of Melbourne confirmed details of a long-awaited hire scheme.
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Century-old building saved following community campaign
A historic building within the Hardware Lane precinct has been saved from the wrecking ball after an application proposing to redevelop it sparked a community fight.
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Centreway Arcade
While being back in the city again post lockdown has revealed so many beautiful sites, one favourite Melbourne shortcut has sadly been stripped of all its appeal.
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Happier days for heritage
Christmas may have come early with news that the Sir Charles Hotham Hotel on the corner of Spencer and Flinders streets is finally getting the tender, love and care it’s deserved for decades.
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Huge height increase for office tower next to Melbourne Club
A proposed office tower at the “best business address in the country” is set to be almost 60 metres taller after new plans were endorsed by the City of Melbourne.
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Plans to restore 109-year-old hotel to former its glory
A historic hotel dubbed an “eyesore” at a prominent CBD site could be restored to its former glory under an $48 million plan to be considered by the City of Melbourne.
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Push for pre-Christmas e-scooter launch
Electric share scooters could soon be available to ride on CBD streets, with the City of Melbourne aiming to launch a 12-month trial of the micro-mobility option before Christmas.
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Facelift for Rebecca Walk
Apartments galore set to breathe new life into the western CBD
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