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Council responds to Lay report

June 18th, 2024 - Sean Car

City of Melbourne councillors have unanimously supported the Victorian Government’s Statewide Action Plan to reduce drug harm following the long-awaited release of a report into a proposed CBD safe injecting room.

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CBD leads the country in lowest retail shopfront vacancies

June 18th, 2024 - Brendan Rees

Empty retail shopfronts in the CBD have more than halved in the past year, new data from the City of Melbourne shows, with shopping, dining, sport, and international students driving foot traffic.

Council to put Little Collins St carpark on the market

June 18th, 2024 - Jon Fleetwood

The City of Melbourne will sell a CBD carpark to help alleviate future “strain” on its projected ability to provide new community facilities.

“Positive trends” at troublesome Elizabeth St

June 18th, 2024 - Brendan Rees

The City of Melbourne says positive changes in cleanliness and anti-social behaviour are occurring in Elizabeth St following a community roundtable earlier this year.

Litter, waste and overflowing bins – why is it so important?

June 18th, 2024 - Susan Saunders

In April 2024, Residents 3000’s monthly forum investigated the issue of litter, waste, and recycling in the city. There are still some issues to be addressed.

STREAT Cafe joins QVM’s Purpose Precinct

June 18th, 2024 - Georgie Atkins

STREAT Cafe is the latest addition to Queen Victoria Market’s (QVM) Purpose Precinct, showcasing circular products from the Moving Feast kitchen and minimising waste at the market.

The Woman in Black arrives at the Athenaeum

June 18th, 2024 - Georgie Atkins

The spine-chilling live theatre production, The Woman in Black, has made its way to the Athenaeum Theatre, promising to captivate audiences until July 6.

Bringing change to the disability sector

June 18th, 2024 - Brendan Rees

Ramneek Wayne has a passion for helping others and he is now making an impact in the lives of people with disabilities through co-founding the North Foundation.

MIFF launches first glimpse of 2024 program

June 18th, 2024 - Georgie Atkins

The Melbourne International Film Festival (MIFF), running from August 8 to 25, has unveiled the first of its extensive 2024 program, promising a diverse array of films and events for all to enjoy.