Latest articles by Brendan Rees
DJ Star set to perform at community festival
There’s something about the thrill of being a disc jockey that Alister Wong can’t explain.
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Derryn Hinch exits the race for Lord Mayor
Broadcast legend and former senator Derryn Hinch has withdrawn his bid to become the City of Melbourne’s next Lord Mayor just weeks after announcing his candidacy.
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Seven arrested in new operation targeting commercial burglaries
A new police operation targeting commercial burglaries in the Fishermans Bend and Southbank areas has seen seven people arrested during February and March.
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Shaping the future of Southbank through social imagination
A unique pilot project aimed exploring the power of social imagination in a time of a climate crisis has brought the Southbank community together to share their ideas for the future.
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“Gaps” in the Montague Precinct Implementation Plan: City of Port Phillip
The City of Port Phillip has raised concerns over the state government’s draft Montague Precinct Implementation Plan (MPIP), stating that it contains “several gaps and issues” that need to be addressed.
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Loving the city life
They may be different in size but Chubby the Cavoodle and his Husky mate named Caesar are totally inseparable.
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Built-to-rent complex nears completion
Construction of an 18-storey build-to-rent apartment building in Southbank is on track for completion this year.
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Planned supermarket next to South Melbourne Market prompts concerns of “traffic chaos”
A contentious proposal to build a supermarket as part of a massive commercial development next to the South Melbourne Market has been endorsed, despite a backlash from residents and businesses.
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Derryn Hinch to run for Lord Mayor, declaring: “Make Melbourne proud again”
Derryn Hinch, the broadcast legend and former senator, has announced he will contend for the position of Lord Mayor of Melbourne later this year.
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Festival of Veterans Arts 2024 comes to Southbank
The Festival of Veterans Arts 2024 (FOVA24) will celebrate the creativity and talent of war veteran artists at the iconic Southbank Arts Precinct from March 15 to 24.
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A boost for Southbank as new parks mooted under bold new vision for South Melbourne
Southbankers could soon enjoy access to a new linear park, public open spaces, and improved pedestrian amenities and streetscapes under an ambitious plan for neighbouring South Melbourne outlined by the City of Port Phillip.
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Peter’s community spirit earns him an Australia Day honour
Peter Duras, an exemplary physiotherapist, and community-minded Southbank resident has been recognised in the Australia Day Honours list.
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Australia Day award for Father Bob Maguire Foundation CEO
CEO of the Father Bob Maguire Foundation Paul Brophy has been awarded in the 2024 Australia Day honours.
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Fishermans Bend Development Board prepares for new transition
The Fishermans Bend Development Board has announced its dissolution, with its chair Meredith Sussex reflecting on remarkable achievements accomplished during its term.
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Preps celebrate first day at South Melbourne Primary School
There was a mix of excitement and nervousness as little Preps embarked on their first day of education at South Melbourne Primary School.
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Mr Summit café goes global after Redfoo drops into town
Word of Southbank’s Mr Summit café has taken off around the world after Redfoo, the popular American artist, helped to launch the café’s newest toastie creation in a video.
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City of Melbourne partners with Origin to deliver community battery
A community battery aimed at promoting affordable and sustainable energy consumption is set to be installed at the Boyd Community Hub in Southbank.
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Small fire breaks out at Melbourne Theatre Company
Firefighters have extinguished a small fire that broke out in a fan/plant room at the Melbourne Theatre Company (MTC) on December 14.
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E-scooter fire at Southbank apartment complex
A man has been taken to hospital after an electric scooter caught fire at an apartment complex in Southbank, causing dozens of residents to be evacuated.
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Port Phillip council buys Australia Post site for community use
A large commercial site in Port Melbourne is set to be turned into a sport and recreation hub after it was snapped up by the City of Port Phillip for $38.8 million.
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