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Hollywood could be calling for Glenford’s screenplay

September 6th, 2023 - Brendan Rees

Glenford Noble has proven time and again that his artistic prowess knows no bounds – now the TV producer, writer, and actor has his sights set on Hollywood.

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A life of spectacles and extraordinary experiences

August 9th, 2023 - Brendan Rees

It’s hard to quantify the contribution James Avery has made to the events industry.

Two to a scooter

May 10th, 2023 - Rhonda Dredge

There are a few things a Southbanker needs to make an impression on the promenade – a dog, a scooter and a view.

Colin’s warm smile and local knowledge helps others find their way around the city

April 5th, 2023 - Brendan Rees

Colin Gunther loves nothing more than helping locals and visitors alike find out about the “delights of our fantastic city centre

Arts philanthropist awarded Australian honour

March 8th, 2023 - Brendan Rees

Since learning to play the flute from a young age, music and the arts have always been a part of John Simpson’s life.

Beverley’s tireless community work earns her an Australia Day honour

February 7th, 2023 - Brendan Rees

Beverley Pinder, a former City of Melbourne councillor, businesswoman, and Southbank Rotarian, has been awarded an Australia Day honour for her service to the community through a range of organisations.

Southbanker launches travel memoir after being swept up in the chaos of COVID

November 9th, 2022 - Brendan Rees

Janine Phillips was enjoying a dream trip to Europe when the world went into COVID lockdown. The result: a life-changing experience that would turn into a travel memoir.

The Southbanker with a simple life-saving message

September 7th, 2022 - Kaylah Joelle Baker

For local Southbanker Elvis Martin, being a community ambassador for R U OK? is a role that is very close to his heart.

The reluctant Southbank runner with a few stories up his sleeve

August 10th, 2022 - Kaylah Joelle Baker

Southbank resident Andre Jones wears many hats, and through all his roles he continues to prove anything can be done if you put your mind to it.

Music educator awarded prestigious honour

July 6th, 2022 - Brendan Rees

A lifetime dedicated to music education has earned Southbank resident Rosemary Anne Lierse a Queen’s Birthday honour.

Wherever I lay my hat, that’s my home

May 11th, 2022 - Carol Saffer

Professor Rupert Maclean AO said he didn’t suffer from homesickness.

Wage Against the Machine: A spirited story of one man’s journey in the workplace

March 9th, 2022 - Carol Saffer

Southbank resident Matt Harvey’s first paid job was as a pie boy at the MCG when he was 16 years old.

Southbank chef wins top prize in prestigious gastronomic award

February 10th, 2022 - Carol Saffer

Kimberly Tang, a young chef and Southbank resident, has earned the Gold Medal Chef of the Year Award at the 2021 Nestlé Golden Chef’s Hat Award culinary competition.

Southbank visitors hold their breath as they prepare to fly out of country

December 9th, 2021 - Brendan Rees

A South American couple who has called Southbank home for the past year are preparing to fly home, but admit they are “keeping calm” amid the uncertainty of border shutdowns.

Bringing about change through the power of her voice

November 10th, 2021 - Brendan Rees

Long-time Southbank resident Jannine Pattison is not afraid to put herself “out there” for the betterment of the community – and she’s fast gaining support.

Ibby follows his dreams after a “life of hardship and struggle” in his homeland

October 6th, 2021 - Brendan Rees

Escaping violence in his homeland of West Africa to setting up his own business, Ibby of Southbank said he was “forever grateful” for his new life.

From bookshop worker to published editor, Suzy is living her dream

September 9th, 2021 - Brendan Rees

For Suzy Garcia, reading literary pieces hasn’t just been a way of escaping lockdown boredom: she is now an accomplished contributing editor of a published book.

Makayla is a class act

August 5th, 2021 - Brendan Rees

When Victoria entered lockdown 5.0 last month many families may have fretted, but for prep teacher Makayla Bulte remote teaching is just like “riding a bike”.

OAM for Dr Peter Baquie

July 8th, 2021 - Southbank News

Southbank resident, senior Olympic Park Sports Medicine Centre practitioner, and one-time South Gippsland GP Dr Peter Baquie may now add three more letters after his name after receiving the Medal of the Order of Australia in the Queen’s Birthday 2021 Honours List.