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Parliamentary inquiry into short-stays
The long anticipated Victorian Parliamentary Inquiry into the Owners Corporation Amendment (Short-Stay Accommodation) Bill 2016 will start in March.
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Matters to consider before buying “off the plan”
There is no denying that Melburnians are fascinated by high-rise strata living, as evidenced by the large number of multi-storey high rise developments that continue to be marketed, built and sold “off the plan” in and around the city.
Read MoreWhere’s the community benefit?
Despite being the shortest month of the year, February was jam-packed . Of particular note - and surprise - was the sudden announcement of the Crown development at 1 Queensbridge Street.
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Vertical ship making
Having moved to Southbank five years ago, David Lumsden has taken his expertise for making historic model ships to his Whiteman St apartment.
Read MoreBuild us a post office
I have regularly pestered Australia Post’s social media team about my plea for a Post Office in Southbank, Melbourne.
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Residents fight Crown approval
The Southbank community, led by the Freshwater Place Owner’s Corporation (OC), is demanding that the State Government’s approval of Crown’s 90-storey tower be reviewed under the normal planning process.
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Deal on park imminent
The Southbank community will soon know more about its future public park at the Boyd Community Hub.
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A taller order for Hanover
The owner of Hanover House on the corner of City Rd and Power St in Southbank is seeking to add another 24-levels to an already approved 43-level building.
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VEC orders the removal of Cr Caiafa
In an unprecedented move, the Victorian Electoral Commission (VEC) has actively sought the removal of sitting Councillor Michael Caiafa from Melbourne City Council.
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Red stair to go!
It might sadden some locals to know that Southbank’s signature red stair at Queensbridge Square will be removed.
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A new park for Southbank
Malaysian Developer OSK Property has announced that works on stage one of its six-tower development Melbourne Square on Kavanagh St will commence later this year.
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Where is the real power at Town Hall?
There is a great misconception out there that councillors hold the power at City of Melbourne. Alas, truth be told, it is the officers who are really in control.
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New plan goes out for comment
The City of Port Phillip has released a revised streetscape design for the Ferrars St education and community precinct, which is now available for the public to make comment on.
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Heritage protected
The City of Melbourne has made an urgent request to the Minister for Planning to place permanent heritage protection controls on four Southbank sites of historical significance.
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Clarke St endorsed
City of Melbourne councillors unanimously endorsed a 70-storey application for 51-65 Clarke St, Southbank at the Future Melbourne Committee meeting on February 7.
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Vehicle theft
The Melbourne Vehicle Crime Reduction Team is investigating the theft of a car and motorcycle, which were stolen from the same Southbank car park in two separate incidents.
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Meet councillor Pearl
As the third City of Port Philip councillor representing the Montague Precinct, newly elected Cr Marcus Pearl says he looks forward to playing a key advocacy role for current and future residents.
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Our Arts Precinct grows!
Just when you thought our vibrant Arts Precinct couldn’t get any bigger, the highly anticipated launch of Creative Spaces at The Guild last month saw even more creative institutions officially move into Southbank.
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A Freshwater feature
The Owners’ Corporation (OC) at Freshwater Place last month unveiled a stunning new series of Melbourne inspired artwork, which is now displayed in the building’s lobby.
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The Evermore launches
A new development, which is set to enliven an inactive part of Dorcas St, officially launched to the public last month.
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