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Seven arrested in new operation targeting commercial burglaries
A new police operation targeting commercial burglaries in the Fishermans Bend and Southbank areas has seen seven people arrested during February and March.
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Shaping the future of Southbank through social imagination
A unique pilot project aimed exploring the power of social imagination in a time of a climate crisis has brought the Southbank community together to share their ideas for the future.
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Greenline “set free” by Lord Mayor after councillor raises questions about costs
Outgoing Lord Mayor Sally Capp says she is confident her signature Greenline project will “flourish” despite announcing she would not be recontesting October’s local government elections.
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Gender equality is on the agenda
I’m incredibly proud to be part of a Labor government with a strong commitment to gender equality.
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Josh Thomas returns to Melbourne with Let’s Tidy Up
For many of us, tidying up is part of our everyday routine. But for award-winning comedian Josh Thomas, “it’s Everest”.
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“Gaps” in the Montague Precinct Implementation Plan: City of Port Phillip
The City of Port Phillip has raised concerns over the state government’s draft Montague Precinct Implementation Plan (MPIP), stating that it contains “several gaps and issues” that need to be addressed.
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THE LUME Melbourne presents: Leonardo da Vinci – 500 Years of Genius
In a tribute to the ingenuity and brilliance of Leonardo da Vinci, THE LUME’s latest multi-sensory experience invites viewers to step into a world “500 years in the making”.
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Experiencing more at the Melbourne Recital Centre
Melbourne Recital Centre (MRC) is celebrating 15 years of ground-breaking performances with a range of new membership offers to get you “closer to the music and musicians you love.”
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Lorien Shannon: “I feel like I’ve found my place”
Lorien Shannon is exactly where she’s “meant to be”, immersed in the world of Photography Studies College (PSC) where she is currently undertaking the second half of her Bachelor in Photography as a full-time student.
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Power St safety woes continue
Sadly, once again a truck has taken out the newly installed fencing on the corner of Power St and City Rd. The incident happened on Monday March 25 about 8pm. Luckily, no one was injured.
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Two lanes for St Kilda Rd for the first time in six years
St Kilda Rd has reopened to two lanes of traffic in both directions around the new Anzac Station for the first time since 2018.
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Police targeting e-scooters
Melbourne Highway Patrol recently conducted Operation Trident targeting vulnerable road users, and particularly e-scooters.
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Living in a world of apartments is complex, ask your question
Inside every building is a story but one told from many different perspectives. Life within apartment living is complex. Join us as we answer your questions so we can all understand that world a little bit better.
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What are human pollinators and why does Southbank need them?
Southbank is full of gleaming buildings filled with amenities that sell apartments and attract renters. But what attention is paid to life after sales are finalised and leases are signed?
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Melbourne Recital Centre reveals talented student cohort
Melbourne Recital Centre’s (MRC) 2024 Accelerando cohort has been revealed, with eight students from across Victoria selected to join the program and take their musical careers to new heights.
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First glimpse at new South Melbourne Police Station
The state government has released the first designs of a new state-of-the-art police station for South Melbourne.
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Built-to-rent complex nears completion
Construction of an 18-storey build-to-rent apartment building in Southbank is on track for completion this year.
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“Completely negligent”: National Trust slammed over maintenance of Polly Woodside
A volunteer who has been working on South Wharf’s historic tall ship, Polly Woodside, for more than 40 years has spoken out against its owner for neglecting one of Melbourne’s most treasured maritime assets.
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Captivating artwork goes up on Arts Centre Melbourne hoarding for PHOTO 2024
A new artwork Chamber Dance by Melbourne-based artist Zoë Croggon is now on display on the hoarding at Arts Centre Melbourne along St Kilda Rd between Hamer Hall and the Theatres Building (under the Spire) as part of PHOTO 2024.
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