Packed meeting lays bare community hopes for Defence sites as council backs school and open space vision
A standing-room-only community meeting at Yarra’s Edge on April 28 has laid bare the scale of public interest in the future of Melbourne’s surplus Defence sites, especially Victoria Barracks in Southbank, as the City of Melbourne moves to formally back a school, open space and heritage-led vision for the landmark precinct.
Designs endorsed for Kings Way undercroft park as long-awaited Southbank project takes shape
Draft greening plans target Southbank and Fishermans Bend growth areas
Business
WOTSO South Melbourne brings flexible work closer to home
WOTSO has opened its newest Melbourne workspace in South Melbourne's rapidly growing Montague Precinct, creating a local alternative for professionals, freelancers and businesses looking for a better way to work.
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Soho reopens after arson attack with focus on future
Long-standing Southbank venue Soho Restaurant and Bar has reopened its doors, marking a welcome return for one of Riverside Quay’s established dining and nightlife destinations after a difficult two-month closure.
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Food from home: Southbank’s hidden Armenian bakery
Admiration for his wife’s family’s lovingly prepared food inspired Nawid Fayazi to suggest they start what they believe is Australia’s first Armenian bakery, tucked away on Moray St in Southbank.
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Southbank agency brings home AI insights from elite Ray White study tour
Southbank real estate agency Ray White Southbank is bringing fresh international insights home after joining an exclusive United States study tour focused on the future of artificial intelligence in property.
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Fresh authentic Indian hits the spot in Southbank
Southbank’s new Indian restaurant was always meant to serve the local community.
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Southbank agency brings home AI insights from elite Ray White study tour
Columns
Victorians deserve the truth about the Big Build
Victorians have every right to ask a simple question. What has corruption in the Big Build actually cost us?
Grey skies, green thumbs and warm hearts at SSG winter gardening bees
Local News
New primary school campus tipped for vacant Ferrars St site
The Victorian Government’s promised new campus for South Melbourne Primary School could be delivered on a major vacant site directly opposite the existing vertical school, Southbank News understands.
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Australia 108 rooftop stunt sparks safety questions
Police had no record and building authorities had no comment concerning a small group who found their way onto the top of Melbourne’s tallest building Australia 108 recently.
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Dorcas St meal brings community together in South Melbourne
At around 6.30pm on a wintry Thursday a few dozen people are tucking into a three-course meal at the Uniting Church Hall in Dorcas St, South Melbourne.
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Future of Southbank Makers’ Market secured
The future of Southgate’s art and design market has been secured after a co-operative of stallholders was formed to take control of the popular attraction which runs every Sunday on the Southbank Promenade.
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Choir3006 sings for connection
A Southbank community choir has brought together residents, police, politicians and local community groups for a special gathering celebrating the role music can play in strengthening neighbourhood connection.
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The Victorian Budget Overview 2026 – 2027 with some key local highlights
Southbank residents deserve better protection from car crime
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