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Saying it with roses
It’s not all politics for the flower guy outside Town Hall even though some of his best customers work within it.
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Our city’s waste and recycling services, an AGM, and 30 years to celebrate
The recent Forum 3000 on August 4 saw a lively discussion about city waste management – a topic that concerns us all.
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“The first thing we do, let’s kill all the lawyers”
An often-misquoted phrase from Henry VI, Part 2, Act 4, Scene 2 for those who would like to follow this further. It’s frequently used by those who seek to denigrate the profession or are simply unhappy with their present lawyer.
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New group of refugee traders live their dreams at QVM
A man who fled civil war in East Africa more than two decades ago is among a new group of refugees realising their dreams at the Queen Victoria Market (QVM).
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Tram separator works underway in CBD
More than five kilometres of new tram separation kerbs will be installed within the CBD between now and November, as the state government looks to reduce accidents and major disruptions inside the Hoddle Grid.
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Feral cat colonies found
Colonies of feral cats are wandering the streets of the municipality; a City of Melbourne report has revealed.
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Spike in dog attacks, barking complaints
The number of reported dog attacks within the City of Melbourne has doubled in the past two years, as the council considers ways to deal with increased pet ownership.
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Labor candidate begins campaign to claw back Melbourne from Greens
Kensington resident and former journalist Rebecca Thistleton will attempt to unseat Greens incumbent Ellen Sandell and wrestle the seat of Melbourne back into Labor hands at the November state election.
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How one zine that shares lived experiences is helping homeless people with what they need to know
Not-for-profit health agency Cohealth and the City of Melbourne have joined forces for a unique project that will help support people with current and past experiences of homelessness.
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Lord Mayor says more office workers needed to give CBD businesses the confidence they need to keep trading
Lord Mayor Sally Capp has called for a review of the state government’s work-from-home advice as the measure was taking a toll on small businesses in the CBD.
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