Latest articles by Brendan Rees
Visitor numbers back on track at South Melbourne Market
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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Peter Elliott Architects to deliver South Melbourne Town Hall revamp
Much-anticipated work to breathe new life into the South Melbourne Town Hall is expected to start early next year, after Peter Elliott Architects was announced as the project’s leader.
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Aggressive behaviour on streets prompts concern from resident
Reports of a rough sleeper causing a public disturbance near Southbank Promenade has prompted safety concerns from a resident outside their apartment building amid ongoing efforts by authorities to end the housing crisis.
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Malthouse Theatre unveils season 2024
Malthouse Theatre has announced its highly anticipated 2024 season, with eight compelling performances “celebrating how theatrical theatre can be”.
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Bikes worth $14,000 stolen after culprits walk into apartment complex
A Southbank resident has been left seething after brazen thieves stole their electric bicycle worth $3000 and other bikes from a secured bike room within their apartment building.
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Hollywood could be calling for Glenford’s screenplay
Glenford Noble has proven time and again that his artistic prowess knows no bounds – now the TV producer, writer, and actor has his sights set on Hollywood.
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Couple make heart-warming gift to the Royal Botanic Gardens
An 87-year-old historian who spent his childhood growing up in the Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria (RBGV) has joined his partner in gifting a redeveloped gate to the iconic destination.
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Late-night barking dogs at popular park prompt council to take action
The City of Port Phillip will recruit a dedicated animal management officer to help address late night excessive dog barking at Eastern Rd Reserve in South Melbourne.
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A life of spectacles and extraordinary experiences
It’s hard to quantify the contribution James Avery has made to the events industry.
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Flood warning: Southbank at “high risk” by 2040
More than 16,000 properties in Southbank are at “high risk of damage” from flood waters by 2040, a new study shows, prompting an “urgent call to action”.
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Struggle to police skies: invasive drones prompt privacy concerns
An increasing presence of drones flying around the Southbank area has left residents feeling on edge, as sightings outside high-rise apartments raise concerns of privacy and safety.
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Captivating sculpture unveiled in Montague
A striking new sculpture exploring the history of flooding and the current rising water table within the Fishermans Bend precinct has been unveiled.
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Preps celebrate 100 days of school
Preps at South Melbourne Primary School have celebrated 100 days of schooling with a hive of activity.
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Southbank police staff get back parking permits
Parking permits have been reissued to staff at Southbank Police Station, just weeks after being removed by the City of Port Phillip.
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New crossings installed in safety win, but blind spot causes some concern
Residents have welcomed two new zebra crossings at two busy intersections in Southbank, however the position of one is causing some concern with traffic turning into City Rd.
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E-scooter rider caught drink-riding
Police have put e-scooter riders on notice after a man was caught allegedly drink-riding almost three times over the legal blood alcohol limit in the CBD.
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New park coming to Southbank with funding locked in
A $1.5 million park is set to be created near the Australian Centre for Contemporary Art (ACCA), after the state government committed to funding the project in August.
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Gardener taking on Australia-first pollinator program wins award
A passionate South Melbourne resident who is leading a charge to create an Australian-first wildlife corridor joining the Royal Botanic Gardens to Westgate Park in Port Melbourne has won a prestigious award.
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Multiplex set to take on $2b skyscraper build in Southbank
Construction giant Multiplex has been officially announced as the builder for the highly anticipated STH BNK by Beulah project, with what will be the tallest skyscraper in the Southern Hemisphere.
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Two men charged after Porsche and luxury items found
Two Southbank men are among nine people charged after $750,000 in cash, drugs, and swords were seized in police raids following an alleged drug ring investigation.
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