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Footpath works on La Trobe St begin
Footpath upgrade works will get under way on La Trobe St to make the area more pedestrian-friendly. The upgrade between Russell and Exhibition streets is part of the City of Melbourne’s streetscape improvements program for 2022-23.
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Lifting of late-night liquor ban looms, as councillors call for review
The City of Melbourne will conduct a review of its local planning policy in response to the state government’s pledge to end a 13-year freeze on new late-night CBD venues.
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Queen Victoria Market traders “temporarily” located for three years
Fresh produce, organic, and specialist traders at Queen Victoria Market will be temporarily relocated for three years as historic shed restoration works take place, causing concern for some small businesses.
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Fresh face brings new energy to Melbourne for the Liberal Party
Evan Mulholland is Melbourne’s new Member in the Upper House of the Victorian Parliament, and he represents a fresh voice for both his local constituents, as well as for the Victorian Liberal Party.
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Rates to rise as cap doubles, but “modest” increase frustrates
City of Melbourne locals could pay up to 3.5 per cent more for their council rates next financial year, after the Victorian Government doubled the rate cap for 2023/24.
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Iconic record store waves goodbye to its CBD location after nearly three decades
The CBD’s most beloved record store, Basement Discs has announced it will be closing its doors after trading for nearly 30 years, devastating music lovers and the wider community.
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Councillor’s trip to NZ provides key learning opportunities
City of Melbourne councillor Jamal Hakim says a recent trip to New Zealand has provided valuable insights into various cultural and social programs that can be embraced back home.
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New-look food hall prepares to launch
Queen Victoria Market’s new food hall is nearing completion with traders expected to begin fitting out their stalls early this year.
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QVM appoints new chief executive
An Alpine Resorts Victoria manager has been appointed as Queen Victoria Market’s chief executive, who will take over the reins in February.
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Small business owner grows tired of uncertainty at Queen Victoria Market
A Queen Victoria Market leather goods trader says he will pack up and leave after continuously being moved around the market, leaving him no certainty over his small business.
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Greens pressure on short-stay levy
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