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Closing the gender gap
We have made huge progress on gender equality in my lifetime – including in politics, where we now have a cabinet that consists of 50 percent women. However, there is still much more that needs to be done.
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Making for a more sustainable festive season
The year is fast coming to an end, bringing with it various events and celebrations. You may be thinking about how to make them more sustainable. This is an ideal time to ask yourself, “can I reduce, reuse, repair or recycle as I participate in various events and celebrations?”
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Excellent vision: what this optometry practice does differently
Bellocchio Eyewear stands out as an expert for Biometric Intelligent Glasses by renowned eyewear company Rodenstock.
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Jam-packed 2023 Melbourne Symphony Orchestra program announced
The 2023 Melbourne Symphony Orchestra (MSO) program of nearly 200 events has been announced this week, released by the chief conductor Jaime Martin.
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Labor pledges $1.5 million for a new pocket park outside ACCA
A re-elected Andrews’ Labor Government will provide a $1.5-million grant to the City of Melbourne to support the development of a new green space and dog park near the Australian Centre for Contemporary Art (ACCA) in Southbank.
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Council to meet in Southbank
The City of Melbourne will host its next Future Melbourne Committee (FMC) meeting in Southbank on Tuesday, November 22 at 6pm.
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Meet the candidates
Locals will be given another chance to meet their candidates running for the seat of Albert Park ahead of the November 26 state election on November 15 and 16 at the Boyd Community Hub.
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Does the Yarra River’s maritime heritage cut it?
The Lower Yarra River has maritime history in spades, but how well is it presented and interpreted for the visitor?
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YRBA launches survey to improve Southbank’s hospitality offering
A comprehensive survey to help improve the range and style of food and beverage on offer to Southbank residents has been launched by the Yarra River Business Association (YRBA).
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Vegie patch in the sky
Freshwater Place has found an interesting way to use previously discarded space on the side of the building, converting a disused balcony into a vegetable garden for residents.
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Three fundamental questions to shaping the future of Southbank
As the air becomes warmer and the blossom trees spring into bloom, Southbankers are yearning to spend more time outside. But where can we go to enjoy these approaching balmy nights?
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More playgrounds
Seeing lots of prams on the streets it’s clear that more and more Southbankers are raising families here. However, not enough has been done over the years to make it family friendly.
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Spring is here
We are certainly experiencing the change of season; the days are warming up and getting longer with more sunlight. It has been lovely to see so many Southbankers making the most of the green spaces around the Boyd Community Hub as spring starts.
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Southbank will be a National Arts Hub
In the three years since I was first elected as the federal member for Macnamara, Southbank has continued to be one of the fastest growing and most dynamic parts of our electorate. It is also entrenching itself as Victoria’s arts hub, and this is great news for our area and our state.
Read MoreMeet the Candidates
Southbankers can meet their local candidates vying for the seat of Albert Park ahead of the November 26 Victorian Election at a local “Meet the Candidates” event on November 6.
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Power Melbourne consultation open
The City of Melbourne is calling on feedback from the local community on potential locations for community batteries in its ambition to transition Melbourne to 100 per cent renewable energy.
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Northwharf details revealed
Northwharf developer Asset 1 WTC has revealed details of its proposed redevelopment of the heritage listed Shed 5 and crane.
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Neighbours: Everybody needs good neighbours.
Just a friendly wave each morning, helps to make a better day!
Read MoreMoving towards a low carbon economy and cleaner, cheaper energy
When someone writes to me, sincerely and thoughtfully, it is so, so powerful. I hear from many wonderful people in Macnamara, but one handwritten letter really made an impact.
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Hamer Hall reopening upon us
Mark July 26 in your diary. After a long redevelopment, this is the date the Arts Centre will reopen and spectacularly reintroduce itself to the Yarra River.
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