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Planning rules target corner buildings
In June, the last CBD pub that didn’t have heritage protection, the 1925 Metropolitan Hotel on the corner of William St and Little Lonsdale, became the latest place threatened by the little-known ‘”80m on corners” rule.
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The city is waiting
Two arched doorways beckon in pearly white marble. A figure is standing between them, about to make a decision. Both options appear to be equally viable.
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Overshadowing restriction for park
VCAT has again supported both the City of Melbourne and Minister for Planning in ensuring that new skyscrapers in the southern part of the CBD do not overshadow Birrarung Marr.
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Balcombe Laneway no longer sad
When walking down Little Collins St recently I was surprised to note that the formerly messy lane, full of overflowing large bins and crates strewn about, was clear and open.
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Heritage issues in the spotlight
Earlier this year, the City of Melbourne received an application for a development at 124-130 Russell St which would see the existing Theosophical Society building make way for a 13-storey hotel above two basement levels.
Read MoreLuv thy NABERS (for apartments)
Awareness of our vertical living lifestyle is slowly growing, but unfortunately, one key characteristic is that we are “energy guzzling”.
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Hosier is the worst
So, I’ve got two things to talk about this month – the first is the state of Hosier Lane.
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Meet Tiger, the Thai cocker spaniel
Siwakarn walks her cocker spaniel Tiger in the Flagstaff Gardens nearly every day.
Read MoreJust Stellar
Music is a large part of Minneapolis, as is self-taught animation artist Tom Schroeder.
Read MoreUniting against proxy farming and rorts
Corruption, secret deals, intimidation, blackmail – no, we are not talking about a new TV series – we are talking about owners’ corporations across Melbourne.
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Soldiers of Odin: heroes or vigilantes?
CBD property market still strong despite challenges
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