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Thousands rally in CBD during Israeli President’s Melbourne visit

February 18th, 2026 - Sean Car

Tens of thousands of protesters filled Melbourne’s CBD on February 12 as Israeli President Isaac Herzog concluded his official visit to Australia, with large crowds gathering outside Flinders Street Station before marching to State Parliament.

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The Melbourne Home

February 12th, 2026 - Ashley Smith

In the late 19th century, a number of female immigrants fresh off the ship from England would arrive at Victoria with no planned accommodation or nearby connections that could help them settle.

Historic exhibition LOVING shines light on a century of hidden same-sex love

February 12th, 2026 - Chris Jackson

A powerful photographic exhibition documenting a century of same-sex love is now on display at City Library Gallery, offering Melburnians a rare glimpse into lives once forced into the shadows.

The hidden financial hurdles most church boards face when planning to build

February 4th, 2026 - CBD News

You’ve been part of every conversation. The church’s vision is clear, the support is strong, and the dream of a new building feels like it’s finally within reach.

Kids on Collins marks 30 years, launches scholarship for non-subsidy families

February 4th, 2026 - Swagata Majumdar

One of Melbourne CBD’s longest-running early childhood centres will mark 30 years of operation in 2026.

Win for protesters as Federal Court rules against CBD police search powers

January 27th, 2026 - Jenny Denton

A legal challenge of special police powers to stop and search people in Melbourne's CBD and surrounds has ended with a significant victory for the protesters who brought the case, leaving future use of the powers uncertain.

Police briefs Melbourne CBD - January 2026

January 27th, 2026 - Jenny Denton

Victoria Police estimated 17,000 people attended Melbourne’s ‘Invasion Day’ rally on January 26 while 2000 turned out for an anti-immigration ‘March for Australia’, which reportedly had links to right wing groups.

Cohealth appoints new chair as GP review looms over future of inner-city clinics

January 27th, 2026 - Sean Car

Community health provider cohealth has appointed former Scope chief executive Kate MacRae as its new board chair, as an independent review into the organisation’s general practice model and finances continues amid uncertainty over the long-term future of several Melbourne clinics.