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The history of Australia’s democracy sausage tradition
Australians reject fanciness. This is just what we’ve been known for. From our “she’ll be right” lackadaisical nature to our tall poppy syndrome, our utter lack of ceremony is part of our country’s national identity.
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Campbell Arcade reopens after years-long Metro Tunnel closure
Melbourne’s iconic Campbell Arcade has reopened to the public, bringing new life to the beloved underground thoroughfare after more than three years of closure for Metro Tunnel construction works.
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A review of Australian retail in 2025: A look at trends, challenges and opportunities
Retail has faced a challenging period over the past couple of years, with several pressures on consumers affecting spending in the sector. High inflation has outpaced wage growth, resulting in declining real incomes, and the rising interest rates of the last few years have further reduced households' spending capability.
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New Craft Victoria exhibition celebrates the beauty of process
Craft Victoria’s latest exhibition, In The Making, invites audiences to explore the transformative power of process and material.
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The realities of community health amid a city petty crime “epidemic”
Every day, Cohealth’s outreach team supports the city’s most vulnerable. They walk Melbourne’s streets and laneways to check on the welfare of people sleeping rough.
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Four councillors to set off on $80k junket
Four City of Melbourne councillors will set off to several Asian sister cities to promote trade and investment opportunities in Melbourne, at a cost of more than $80,000 to ratepayers.
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From St Kilda Rd to the CBD skyline: meet the team behind Inner Real Estate
What began as a humble 32-square-metre office on St Kilda Rd with one desk and no client list has evolved into one of inner Melbourne’s most adaptive boutique real estate agencies: Inner Real Estate.
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Places unknown: The Melbourne Mechanics’ Institute
The history that surrounds us.
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Greening the city: Major planning change paves way for a sustainable Melbourne skyline
A bold new chapter in sustainable city planning is now under way in Melbourne, with the City of Melbourne officially adopting Planning Scheme Amendment C376 to drive greener, more climate-resilient building design across the municipality.
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A classic tale of hope, friendship and family, Annie lights up the Princess Theatre
The Princess Theatre has brought red-headed girl and her orphan friends to Melbourne in the ever-popular Broadway musical Annie.
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Trader finds way to grow business against all odds
A difficult comeback for Spring St
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