Latest articles by Jon Fleetwood
“A massive win for Southbank”: Kings Way northern undercroft funding secured
The federal government has announced a fresh round of funding that will bring the City of Melbourne’s vision for a renewed northern undercroft on City Rd in Southbank to life.
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Esso House redevelopment gets final tick of approval
Esso House on Riverside Quay in Southbank is set to be demolished by Christmas and has received the final green tick from Council and the Department of Transport and Planning.
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Victoria’s Disability Sport and Recreation Festival cancelled
This year’s Victoria’s Disability Sport and Recreation (DSR) Festival has been cancelled due to safety concerns.
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Food and Wine Festival returns to Southbank’s doorstep
The Melbourne Food and Wine Festival returns for another year, with homegrown and international chefs bringing ten days’ worth of culinary bliss to the city.
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The reality of renting in Southbank
Kate Johnson is an ideal tenant. The longtime renter is in her 40s, has no pets or kids, has a steady income, and has never failed to pay her rent on time.
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New homelessness data sheds light on frightening reality
New data by the Australian Institute of Health has revealed that people experiencing homelessness have a death rate almost double the wider population.
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Nick Reece sworn in as Melbourne’s Lord Mayor
In what was a tight race for Town Hall amid one of the most stacked and competitive fields in recent memory, incumbent Lord Mayor Nick Reece has emerged successful and was sworn in as Melbourne’s Lord Mayor on November 19.
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New future looms for Queensbridge site as Crown Resorts sells to PDG
Crown Resorts’ Southbank clean-out continues following the sale of its flagship development site at 1-7 Queensbridge St, which is understood to have been purchased by prominent local developer PDG.
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Victorian government to crack down on dodgy landlords
As a part of the state government’s raft of housing announcements, new renters’ rights reforms that aim to implement measures protecting tenants from dodgy landlords have been declared.
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The Southbanker looking to shake up the City of Melbourne through innovation
At only 29, Aishwarya Kansakar has made her mark within the Australian tech industry and she is now looking do the same at Town Hall having nominated as a councillor candidate in October’s local government elections.
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“It’s been a tumultuous journey”: 30 years of Channel 31
The road to 30 hasn’t all been smooth sailing for the community TV station that has produced some of the biggest stars. But with a strong viewership and an exciting slate of programs, the future for Channel 31 is bright.
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Southbank Neighbourhood Watch to launch at BBQ in the park
The City of Melbourne’s very first Neighbourhood Watch group will be launched this October in Southbank.
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Ray White takes the cake at state awards night
Ray White Southbank has taken out a prestigious award for its innovative approach to property management.
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Heritage Victoria greenlights Robur Tea House development
The site surrounding Southbank’s iconic 135-year-old Robur Tea House is finally set to be redeveloped by a Melbourne-based developer after Heritage Victoria approved amended plans last month.
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Southbank traders are suffering from post-COVID working patterns
The increase in people working from home is leaving Southbank traders in dire straits as they continue to adapt to the market challenges spurred on by the pandemic.
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Some Southbankers “fed-up” with new parking changes
Following the implementation of the City of Melbourne’s new parking policy in Southbank earlier this year, some residents and business owners are calling for the council to backtrack on its decision.
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A new Neighbourhood Watch group for Southbank
Organisers behind a new Neighbourhood Watch group are calling on Southbank residents to join and help combat increasing crime rates in the area.
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Port Phillip adopts “future proof” budget
The City of Port Phillip has approved its final budget and year four council plan ahead of the 2024-25 financial year as it aims to reduce the burden of the cost-of-living crisis on its ratepayers.
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Construction of Melbourne Square’s new tower is under way
Developer OSK Property has broken ground on BLVD – the latest tower as part of its $3 billion Melbourne Square precinct in Southbank.
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