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Montague’s local pub
Local publicans Rick and Andrew Gilbert have helped breathe life back into one of South Melbourne’s oldest pubs, the Golden Fleece Hotel.
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In support of low-rise
I am writing this letter because I am opposing the high rise development at 153 Sturt St, Southbank.
Read MoreLitter from the heavens
Recycling is one way of dealing with high-rise waste but, unfortunately, there are other routes taken by our rubbish.
Read MoreWhy weight matters
There is a growing trend or should I say niche’ market for personal trainers that targets the overweight and obese population which in many respects should be applauded.
Read MoreThe times they are a-changin’
If you’re a baby boomer serving on your owners’ corporation (OC) committee, you may have already begun noticing a shift in the characteristics and tendencies of your fellow members and neighbours:
Read MoreA look back at what’s been happening
While we wait for the Victorian Government’s response to the recommendations of the Parliamentary Inquiry into short-stays, it is perhaps timely to review what has been happening around the country and overseas.
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Southbank was radio-active!
Radios in the home became extremely popular in Australia following the massive take-up of electricity in the 1920s. Early radios were large and bulky but were soon supplemented in many households by small portables, such as the Astor Mickey.
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Running for life
While many may meditate in the lotus position, Freshwater Place resident Nicolette van Wijngaarden says she meditates by running!
Read MoreSt Johns Southgate 2017 Art Prize
The Joy In All Things Southbank residents are warmly invited to come to St Johns Lutheran Church, Southgate to enjoy an art prize and exhibition with the theme “The Joy In All Things”.
Read MoreTerror we can avoid
Last month one of Australia’s leading National Security experts from the Canberra think tank ASPI (Australian Strategic Policy Institute), Anthony Bergin raised concerns that are of vital importance to many in Southbank.
Read MoreOn yer bike …
The second Montague Community Forum was held on Wednesday, September 20 and it was a question and answer session with the Mayor, Bernadene Voss and Gateway Ward (Montague Precinct is in Gateway Ward) councillors, Ogi Simic and Marcus Pearl as well as the CEO of the City of Port Philip, Peter Smith.
Read MoreResidents’ Association never sleeps
By the time this edition goes to print we will have just held our 19th AGM.
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Cr Andrew Bond to challenge Martin Foley for Albert Park
City of Port Phillip councillor Andrew Bond has been preselected to run as the Liberal Party’s candidate for Albert Park in the 2018 state election.
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Tower endorsed
The City of Melbourne has endorsed a proposal to build a new $60 million residential tower in Southbank.
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Tea tower lowered
The developer of a controversial development proposal next to Southbank’s historic Tea House building has submitted an amended application for a 25-storey tower.
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Did you know?
Nearly a hectare of land in Montague, which had approval for four residential towers to be built on it, has been put up for sale.
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Council reopens Boyd tender
The City of Melbourne officially put the site behind the Boyd Community Hub back on the open market last month, with submissions open to developers until October 19.
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Next local school underway
Local students in Southbank and Melbourne’s inner city will soon have a second new primary schooling option, with South Melbourne Park Primary School set to open in 2019.
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City of Melbourne councillor first-term report card
This month the Melbourne City Council will be one year into its four-year term. Southbank Local News gives councillors a report card on their performance to date.
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Save the date!
The Boyd Community Hub will host a Sunday Streets event in Kavanagh Street for local residents on November 12.
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