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Dianne takes a step closer to Mars
Southbank resident Dianne McGrath has progressed to the final 100 candidates around the world to be selected to travel to Mars.
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New artwork goes up on Arts Centre Melbourne hoarding to celebrate Asia TOPA
A new artwork Dominus Aeris by Thukral and Tagra is now on display on the hoarding at Arts Centre Melbourne along St Kilda Rd between Hamer Hall and the Theatres Building as part of the Asia-Pacific Triennial of Performing Arts (Asia TOPA).
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Top Australian universities are pushing back on a government cap on international students
On August 27, 2024, the Australian Government announced a cap called the National Planning Level (NPL) to put limits on the growth of international student programs. The NPL will be implemented from January 1, 2025, and will be reviewed each year.
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A new Test Garden opens at Fed Square
The Melbourne Arts Precinct Transformation is bringing an expansive 18,000-square-metre urban garden Laak Boorndap to the heart of the Melbourne Arts Precinct.
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Boost for train passengers as Degraves St Subway reopens
After nearly three years, the Degraves St Subway has reopened in a big win for passengers, with six new lifts improving accessibility for people switching platforms at Flinders Street Station.
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Choir 3006: Melbourne Recital Centre to launch free community choir
Melbourne Recital Centre will launch a new community choir in 2025 with the aim of bringing people together through the power of music.
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City of Port Phillip endorses new public park in Montague
Developer Gamuda Land has received the City of Port Phillip’s support for its design of a new 3000sqm public park within the Montague Precinct of Fishermans Bend that would see the permanent closure of a section of Johnson St.
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New Year’s Eve to dazzle in Southbank
Glittering light shows, rooftop laser displays and revellers in their sequinned best will take over the City of Melbourne as it steps into the New Year in sparkling style.
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Seasonal celebrations
This is the last Southbank Sustainability Group column for 2024. The year is fast coming to an end, bringing with it various events and celebrations.
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Boyd obscenity
It was several years ago that the City of Melbourne (CoM) sold off one of the last open spaces for residents, Boyd Park, to developers.
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Melbourne Skydeck: elevate your Melbourne experience
Melbourne Skydeck, located in the vibrant heart of the city, stands as a testament to everything that makes Melbourne truly exceptional.
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Eureka 89: a culinary journey above Melbourne
Situated on the 89th floor of the iconic Eureka Tower, Eureka 89 offers magnificent fine dining complemented by breathtaking perspectives across Melbourne, spanning from the Yarra River to the Dandenong Ranges.
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“Mammoth” program for Melbourne Recital Centre in 2025
Melbourne Recital Centre (MRC) has released a mammoth program of musical events for 2025.
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Power of the people: Short Stay Levy Bill 2024 passed in Victoria
We have been through a very difficult three-year journey regarding the regulation of short-term rentals like Airbnb/guests and dealing with irresponsible hosts in areas like St Kilda, Southbank and all over Victoria.
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Boost for a cleaner Yarra
The Federal Government has announced that it will pitch in $1 million over four years towards efforts to help clean up the Yarra River.
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Understanding your apartment building
Inside every building is a story that is told from many different perspectives. Life within apartment living is complex so join us as we discuss the roles and responsibilities of the key stakeholders.
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Sturt St ‘Shocker’
Melbourne City councillors lined up to express their disgust at a planning proposal submitted for 248 Sturt St at the October 7 Future Melbourne Committee meeting.
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Council pushes state government to help finish City Rd Master Plan
The City of Melbourne is urging the state government to allocate appropriate funding to complete long-awaited revitalisation works as part of the City Road Master Plan.
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New urban garden, Laak Boorndap, coming to the Melbourne Arts Precinct
The Victorian Government has released new designs and a new name for the 18,000sqm urban garden in the centre of the Melbourne Arts Precinct Transformation.
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Melbourne on another level
Melbourne Skydeck takes experiencing Melbourne to another level – literally.
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