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Celebrating Bastille day? Oui Oui!
There was a unique opportunity to celebrate Bastille day in Southbank this month, as champagne company Laurent Perrier hosted ‘La Fete National, a brunch celebration at Eureka 89 function space.
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Footpath not so fine and Danby
Federal parliamentarian Michael Danby has weighed in on the closure of the footpath on Queensbridge St, penning a letter of distress to Lord Mayor Robert Doyle on behalf of local residents.
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Southbank the focus of AFP investigation
Southbank was at the centre of a major federal police operation last month, when Operation Kitrino closed in on a syndicate, allegedly profiting from the illegal management of sex workers.
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Minister approves Amendment C171
Planning Minister Matthew Guy approved the City of Melbourne’s planning scheme Amemdment C171: Southbank last month after much discussion and deliberation.
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Crawf’s epic journey starts here
Stars of Channel 9’s The Footy Show woke up extra early last month and made their way to Southbank to see off cast member and former Hawthorn superstar Shane Crawford as he kicked off his “Tour de Crawf” cycling from Melbourne to Perth, to raise money and awareness for Breast Cancer Network Australia.
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Positive results as Southbank gets active during lunch
Get Active Southbank attracted a good crowd to Queensbridge Square last month, as it encouraged locals to use their lunch break as a chance to get some fresh air and exercise.
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Off the blocks to save energy
Southbank residents living in high-rise apartments have access to a new online tool, encouraging them to save energy.
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Love you locks
The worldwide phenomenon of locking padlocks onto bridges to signify the love between couples has made its way to Southbank.
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POP HISTORY WITH A TWIST
There’ll be plenty of colour and life brought to town for the new show at the Melbourne Recital Centre when Taylor Mac takes to the stage.
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Boyd’s birthday bash
The Boyd Community Centre celebrated its first birthday last month, with a party to celebrate the many activities Southbank now has access to.
Read MoreLetters to the editor
I am a resident at Southbank Towers on 83 Queensbridge St, Southbank.
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Southbank Residents Group
There’s never been a better time to get involved in your local community.
Read MoreOn the box
Every now and then you’ll encounter a television program that leaves you feeling a little bit smarter and more informed.
Read MoreHealth and Wellbeing
Get Active Southbank is a free initiative which offers free exercise classes at Queensbridge Square for three consecutive Wednesdays during June.
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King Kong promo causes stir
It was the publicity stunt that garnered more publicity than anyone could’ve imagined.
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YRBA making worldwide connections
Yarra River Business Association (YRBA) executive officer Tim Bracher turned globe-trotter last month as he embarked on a fact-finding mission in Auckland, New Zealand.
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Getting chilly for a cause
If you thought you were feeling the cold as winter hit hard, spare a thought for former Olympian Tamsin Lewis, who last month braved the freezing conditions of Chill On Ice lounge … while wearing a bikini!
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CEOs prepare for night out in the cold
Carrera Partners CEO John Davies is pulling out his winter warmers as he prepares to spend a long cold night, all for a good cause.
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Southbank resident with a conscience
Belinda Hook (pictured) loves op-shopping. It was clear to see when she met with ‘Southbank Local News’, given she was dressed head to toe in op shop bought clothing.
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