Planning

Crown Melbourne unveils ambitious redevelopment for Southbank precinct
Crown Casino has announced plans for a major redevelopment of its complex in what is touted to “capitalise on the power of the Southbank precinct”.
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New crossings; tree islands proposed under council street safety study
The City of Melbourne has flagged new raised crossings in various locations around Southbank, as well as a series of “tree islands” along Kavanagh St in a bid to improve pedestrian safety.
Read MoreCouncil launches community engagement on Miles St and Dodds St Reserve expansion
The City of Melbourne is inviting the community to have its say on a proposal to expand Southbank’s Miles St and Dodds St Reserve with the first draft high-level concept now revealed.
Read MoreVictoria Barracks up for review prompting sale concerns
A cloud of doubt has been cast over the future of Southbank’s historic Victoria Barracks after the federal government announced it would be reviewing its entire Defence estate portfolio.
Read MoreFears of displacement as Park Towers earmarked for redevelopment
Dr Mohammed Ahmed, a public housing tenant at South Melbourne’s Park Towers, fears his life will be uprooted without a viable alternative if his building is knocked down at some as yet unspecified point during the next 30 years.
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An artistic transformation for the ages

On a remake of office space
