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New crossings; tree islands proposed under council street safety study

The City of Melbourne has flagged new raised crossings in various locations around Southbank, as well as a series of “tree islands” along Kavanagh St in a bid to improve pedestrian safety.

Business

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Dip into the festive season at Afloat

December 5th, 2023 - Sean Car

There are few better places to spend your summer days than along the Yarra-Birrarung River in the heart of Melbourne, but there’s only one spot you can enjoy the stunning atmosphere while taking a dip.

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Montague gets its first supermarket

November 7th, 2023 - Southbank News

In a welcome sign of the new precinct’s growth, supermarket giant Coles opened a new “Local” store in Montague last month.

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Best places to eat and drink: November

November 7th, 2023 - Jack Hayes

Make the most of the warmer weather and longer days. Whether it’s pre-theatre snacks, a fiesta floating on the river or Sunday sessions at Fed Square, here are just a few to tide you over until summer.

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Visitor numbers back on track at South Melbourne Market

Visitor numbers back on track at South Melbourne Market

October 4th, 2023 - Brendan Rees

Visitation levels at the South Melbourne Market have jumped in the past year, reaching near pre-pandemic levels, according to the annual report released in October.

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Come for Wakuda’s dining, and stay for the karaoke

October 4th, 2023 - Jack Hayes

There is a new venue calling Melbourne’s Midcity Centre home promising to deliver a dining and entertainment experience that “fosters connections and creates lasting memories through the universal pleasure of good food and fun times”.

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Dip into the festive season at Afloat

December 5th, 2023 - Sean Car
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Montague gets its first supermarket

November 7th, 2023 - Southbank News
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Best places to eat and drink: November

November 7th, 2023 - Jack Hayes
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Visitor numbers back on track at South Melbourne Market

October 4th, 2023 - Brendan Rees
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Come for Wakuda’s dining, and stay for the karaoke

October 4th, 2023 - Jack Hayes

Columns

Addressing the sad state of Southbank Promenade

Addressing the sad state of Southbank Promenade

December 5th, 2023 - Jeremy Vincent

This Christmas marks the point when I think we can say that the destructive COVID years are (fingers crossed!) now in the rear vision mirror.

Local News

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Southbank’s inaugural Re-love Festival proves a hit with locals and visitors

December 5th, 2023 - Brendan Rees

Southbank’s first pre-loved market has been hailed a resounding success with a range of stalls and activities bringing the community together.

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Southbank man with OMCG links charged with drug offences

Southbank man with OMCG links charged with drug offences

December 5th, 2023 - Brendan Rees

A Southbank man has been arrested after a Victoria Police Taskforce conducted several firearm prohibition order checks on outlaw motorcycle gang (OMCG) members.

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Mo doubt about it: Ray White Southbank raises funds for men’s health

December 5th, 2023 - Jack Hayes

There were thick mos, there were thin mos, there were handle-bars, and there were beards.

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Council pledges to find a home for the Fishermen’s Bend Gymnastics Club

December 5th, 2023 - Brendan Rees

The City of Port Phillip has thrown its support behind the Fishermen’s Bend Gymnastics Club (FBGC), saying it will embark on a wide-ranging search to find its members a permanent home.

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New-look outdoor stage returns for summer at the Malthouse Theatre

New-look outdoor stage returns for summer at the Malthouse Theatre

December 5th, 2023 - Brendan Rees

A reinvigorated outdoor stage at the Malthouse Theatre is set to enthral audiences when the popular live entertainment experience returns in February with a line-up of stellar acts.

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Southbank’s inaugural Re-love Festival proves a hit with locals and visitors

December 5th, 2023 - Brendan Rees
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Southbank man with OMCG links charged with drug offences

December 5th, 2023 - Brendan Rees
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Mo doubt about it: Ray White Southbank raises funds for men’s health

December 5th, 2023 - Jack Hayes
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Council pledges to find a home for the Fishermen’s Bend Gymnastics Club

December 5th, 2023 - Brendan Rees
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New-look outdoor stage returns for summer at the Malthouse Theatre

December 5th, 2023 - Brendan Rees
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