Latest articles by Sean Car
Energy efficiency, energy costs and investment in renewables
The Victorian Energy Upgrades (VEU) program is the largest energy efficiency program in Australia, giving all households and businesses the opportunity to save on energy costs through discounted energy efficient products and services.
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“Completely negligent”: National Trust slammed over maintenance of Polly Woodside
A volunteer who has been working on South Wharf’s historic tall ship, Polly Woodside, for more than 40 years has spoken out against its owner for neglecting one of Melbourne’s most treasured maritime assets.
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Restoration of 135-year-old Princes Bridge under way
The City of Melbourne has begun restoration works at Princes Bridge as part of a major facelift that the council says will enhance its “distinctive historic features”.
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Australian National Veterans Arts Museum honoured with community award
A world-first Veteran’s Public Arts Trail that weaves together history and the creativity of war veterans, extending from the CBD to Southbank, has been recognised with a prestigious award.
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City of Melbourne to install a Stolen Generations marker in Alexandra Gardens
Peppercorn Lawn in Alexandra Gardens on Wurundjeri Country has been selected as the preferred site for a marker to commemorate the Stolen Generations, which was announced by the City of Melbourne on the 16th anniversary of the National Apology.
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Alter State 2024: Disability Arts Initiative targets First Nations artists and expands cultural footprint
In a groundbreaking move for Disability arts, Alter State gears up for its 2024 edition with a focus on fostering connections with First Nations Deaf and Disabled artists.
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What changes might we see at next year’s City of Melbourne’s elections?
It sounds a bit cliché to proclaim, “the next term of council could be the most important ever for the City of Melbourne”. After all, every new term of local government is as important as the last.
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Council looks to secure new open space in Southbank west
The City of Melbourne has identified Southbank’s western end around Clarendon St as the most acutely in need of new open space.
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Dip into the festive season at Afloat
There are few better places to spend your summer days than along the Yarra-Birrarung River in the heart of Melbourne, but there’s only one spot you can enjoy the stunning atmosphere while taking a dip.
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New crossings; tree islands proposed under council street safety study
The City of Melbourne has flagged new raised crossings in various locations around Southbank, as well as a series of “tree islands” along Kavanagh St in a bid to improve pedestrian safety.
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Housing crisis prompts council action on short-stays
The City of Melbourne is the latest Victorian local council looking at doing what it can to mitigate the growing number of short-stay apartments in its municipality in a bid to open the market to more long-term renters in the city.
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Port Phillip council in “fight” for future of Fishermans Bend amid “abandoned” plans
The City of Port Phillip (CoPP) has accused the Victorian Government of “abandoning” its plans for Fishermans Bend as it ramps up a new campaign to “fight for a bright future” for the urban renewal project.
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Council embarks on place-naming process for Fishermans Bend
The City of Melbourne is inviting locals to share their stories and connections to Fishermans Bend as part of the development of a new place-naming framework for the area.
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Major Crown properties on the market, but still no move on Queensbridge site
Two major Southbank sites on Clarendon St and City Rd have put up for sale by Crown’s new owners, US private equity group Blackstone, following its $8.9 billion acquisition of the company in 2022.
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No sign of when Ingles St tram boom gates will be restored
A major tram intersection at the edge of the Montague Precinct in Port Melbourne remains without its boom gates while “a comprehensive safety review” is finalised by the Victorian Government.
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City of Port Phillip moves against “Shrine to Sea” bike lanes
The future of a Victorian Government proposal to connect the new Anzac Station near the Shrine of Remembrance to Port Phillip Bay with separated bike lanes is up in the air amid backlash from City of Port Phillip councillors.
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Holidaying owner-occupier scrolling social media drops $6.56m on South Melbourne office
Clarke House – a multi-storey 1,025sqm commercial building at 101 Clarke Street, South Melbourne – owned by former Piping Hot managing director Mark Johannsen sold 24 hours before its scheduled auction.
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Council ticks off stage one of Southbank Promenade, but remainder “now anyone’s guess”
The City of Melbourne has breathed new life into some tired sections of Southbank Promenade, but finishing the remaining planned upgrades may not be achieved for some years.
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Businesses fight against “bed tax” as government seeks to curb short stays
The state government is considering a tax on short-stay accommodation in a bid to curb the state’s housing crisis, but Victoria’s peak tourism body and local businesses say the proposal would be a major impediment to the sector’s post-pandemic recovery.
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Port Phillip councillor slams Lord Mayor over Disneyland in Fishermans Bend “thought bubble”
Former Port Phillip Mayor Cr Marcus Pearl has criticised Lord Mayor Sally Capp over her comments in support of a Disneyland theme park in Fishermans Bend, arguing it reflected “the City of Melbourne’s lack of commitment to the precinct”.
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