Latest articles by David Schout
Night-time’s fine, daytime’s not: new committee to bridge city’s economic gap
With the council’s “night-time economy” committee set to lapse, it has shifted focus to boosting day time trade.
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Less space for cars, more for pedestrians in plan to “rebalance” city streets
Southbankers walking into the CBD may soon be battling with less cars under a new plan for the city’s streets.
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Council delivers record budget, but predicted surplus pushed back
Lord Mayor Sally Capp said the rising cost of living was “central” to this year’s budget, as the City of Melbourne remained in the red.
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No Greenline cash in state budget
The City of Melbourne is relying on big state and federal contributions to fund its “city shaping” Greenline vision, but again missed out on funds from the Victorian Government.
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City of Melbourne stands with Ukraine, cuts ties with Russian city
Lord Mayor Sally Capp said the decision was “not taken lightly” as the council ended a 34-year relationship.
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Deputy Lord Mayor in post-COVID travel first to China
City of Melbourne councillor’s trip to Tianjin marks Australia’s first local government trip to China since 2019.
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Automatic river cleaner “Geoff” lands on the Yarra
Next time you’re walking along the Yarra River, look out for Geoff.
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Parking overhaul as drivers to pay until 10pm and on Sundays
Free on-street parking on Sundays has been scrapped for drivers coming into the CBD and parts of Southbank, as the City of Melbourne overhauls how it charges motorists.
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Councillor Roshena Campbell returns after “disappointing” by-election defeat; would not have voted to back Voice
After defeat in an historic Federal by-election, City of Melbourne councillor Roshena Campbell spoke with Southbank News about the result, the Voice to Parliament, and voting against the Lord Mayor.
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Council lagging behind on 44km bike lane goal
The City of Melbourne isn’t on track to reach its goal of installing 44km of protected bike lanes by mid-2024.
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Southbank leads way as more cafes, restaurants open on weekends
An increasing number of city cafes and restaurants are opting to open across the weekend in response to Melbourne’s new rhythm — and Southbank is leading the way.
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“An excellent solution”: New Southbank basketball court to fill void until 2025
A new temporary basketball court will be built in Southbank to replace a recently demolished space nearby at Boyd Park that was much loved by the local community.
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New Greenline designs revealed as Birrarung Marr works pushed back
New designs for the $300 million Greenline project have been revealed by the City of Melbourne, providing a clearer picture of the council’s plan for the “city-shaping” trail.
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City of Melbourne councillors unanimously back Voice to Parliament “yes” vote
City of Melbourne councillors have unanimously backed the “yes” campaign in the lead-up to a vote on the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Voice to Parliament.
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Push to convert Southbank parking into open space
A local residents’ group has proposed that the City of Melbourne convert non-essential on-street parking in Southbank into much-needed open space.
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“Sounding board for the city”: Presidents of Residents forum providing valuable counsel to council
Established during COVID-19 to collate feedback from well-connected locals, the “Presidents of Residents” forum is now a permanent part of decision-making at Town Hall.
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Long-awaited release of Montague Precinct plans “very imminent”
The long-awaited release of the state government’s Montague Precinct plans could happen during or before April, with locals finally having the opportunity to view specific plans for the area.
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Councillor handpicked by Liberals to contest crucial federal by-election
A Melbourne councillor will contest a by-election for the eastern suburbs seat of Aston on April 1, in a move that could see her replaced by Town Hall’s first-ever Indigenous councillor.
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Pedestrian numbers higher than pre-COVID as council makes renewed focus on office workers return
For the first time since the onset of COVID-19, monthly pedestrian traffic in the City of Melbourne has hit a higher level since before the pandemic.
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Southbank rent soars after unprecedented 40 per cent rise
The average Southbank unit costs 40 per cent more to rent than what it did 12 months ago, after an unprecedented rise in local rental prices.
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