Latest articles by Jenny Denton
“Need to get our own backyard in order”: SRA’s plea to council on graffiti
An endorsement of the City of Melbourne’s improved graffiti management was tempered by comments from Southbank Residents’ Association president Tony Penna urging attention to persistent problem areas as well as big picture initiatives.
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Southgate Avenue to get new crossing
The City of Melbourne says work to fix a local pedestrian crossing that is unsafe for people with mobility issues will start within months and further streetscape upgrades may be on the horizon.
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Crafternoon initiative launched in Southbank
A small but enthusiastic turnout at an initial Southbank community craft session shared some colourful work and stories.
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Inner-city residents impatient for change on strata issues
A range of organisations representing inner-city residents say radical reform on strata management is urgently needed. An expert report on the subject and the government’s response to it now overdue.
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Glimpse into the planning past reveals lost opportunity for Southbank
Recently released cabinet documents from the Cain and Kirner governments provide a glimpse into the early planning of some of Southbank’s major landmarks and, in the view of one expert, a reminder of “a monumental lost opportunity” for the precinct.
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Call-out to Southbank’s creative types
A one-off “Crafternoon” next month for anyone with an interest in making things will test enthusiasm for a regular Southbank session to be held.
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One Nation comedy “propaganda” screening causes stink at Crown
Pauline Hanson’s 85-minute animated movie, aimed at raising money and building support for One Nation, caused a small storm when it screened at Crown Casino on January 29.
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“Roaring into the world”: baby’s arrival brings light
Macnamara MP Josh Burns loves his job as a politician but is determined to help shoulder the responsibility of care for his newborn daughter.
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Bad Seeds’ grassy gig hits all the right notes
Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds’ sold-out show at the Alexandra Gardens on January 31 hit all the right notes, with the rock star and his band wowing the hometown crowd with a high-energy mix of old and new music.
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Bodybuilding dealer sentenced to seven years after Thai deception discovered
A former Mr Universe contestant who was trafficking cocaine and Ecstasy from his Melbourne apartment has been sentenced to seven years’ jail after he was caught importing the drug from Thailand.
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