Latest articles by David Schout
Burns searching for second stint, but this time in government
Ahead of the upcoming federal election, Labor’s Macnamara incumbent Josh Burns spoke with Southbank News about the impact of COVID-19 on Southbank, the importance of funding for the arts, and transport options to Fishermans Bend.
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Council adds big Greenline investment to election wish list
Ahead of federal and state elections in 2022, the City of Melbourne wants the state and Commonwealth governments to each pump $100 million into the “city-shaping” Greenline project, which had now opened to expressions of interest from local and international designers.
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Budget analysis
The latest budget delivered by the City of Melbourne aims to tackle a level of population growth faster than the council has forecasted.
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“Worst electoral system in the country?” Warnings sent to agents after 2020 election probe
A City of Melbourne councillor has conceded that it “might just take the prize for the worst electoral system in the country” after 20 real estate agents were warned following an investigation into the 2020 election.
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ACMI director moves roles to lead Arts Precinct renewal
Director and CEO of the Australian Centre for the Moving Image (ACMI) Katrina Sedgwick has stepped down to oversee the $1.7 billion transformation of Southbank’s Arts Precinct.
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“Demand is far outstripping supply”: Rental vacancies plummet
Renting is about to get a whole lot harder, and potentially more expensive, for prospective tenants in Southbank.
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Collaborative plan for Yarra River, Birrarung launched
After more than four years of extensive consultation with traditional owners, the community, local councils and a host of government agencies, an overarching plan for the Yarra River, Birrarung has been launched.
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Arts Precinct plans get tick, but questions remain over its integration with Southbank
The $1.7 billion transformation of Melbourne’s Arts Precinct has been largely supported by the City of Melbourne, however the council wants plans for the large-scale project to better integrate with Southbank.
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Seamless start for state’s newest school
There was a moment when the 2022 school year started that Anne Stout felt like she was finally leading a “real school”.
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E-scooters launch, but not without issues
Hundreds of electric scooters are available to hire across Southbank and its surrounds after Melbourne’s long-awaited hire scheme was launched on February 1.
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Electoral boundary change to impact Southbankers
Voters who reside in an eastern pocket of Southbank will cast their vote in a different electorate at the next state election in November 2022.
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Greenline plans progress, but no room for pool
Final plans for a four-kilometre green trail from Birrarung Marr to the Bolte Bridge have been released, but the City of Melbourne has opted to not progress with a swimmable pool along the Yarra River.
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Council signals attitude “shift” on public art
New public art in Melbourne will be informed by a more Aboriginal rather than Eurocentric view and will be considered before — rather than after — big projects are built.
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Records set as Southbank foot traffic returns in big numbers
Pedestrians have returned in their droves to Southbank as locals and visitors re-embrace dining and drinking following the easing of COVID-19 restrictions.
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Major public artwork set to dramatically exceed $2m price tag
A major public artwork set for Southbank will cost far more than the original $2 million price tag.
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Whiteman St cycling lanes open
Southbank’s expanding cycling network grew further in October, with the unveiling of new bike lanes on Whiteman St.
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City confirmed for e-scooter trial, but concerns for promenade
Southbankers will soon add “electric scooter” to their list of transport options as part of a 12-month trial set to begin in the coming months. However, some locals have greeted the trial with caution, particularly how it could impact the problematic Southbank Promenade.
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Harvest cladding works underway
Rectification works are underway at one of Melbourne’s most dangerous buildings containing flammable cladding.
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“A special precinct”: Maritime trail edges closer
Plans for a trail to celebrate Melbourne’s maritime history has received “significant support” from key stakeholders and the community.
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Council sends statement on violence against women
The City of Melbourne has pledged to improve women’s safety and participation in its latest violence against women strategy.
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