Royal Park sporting field proposal sparks community concern

Royal Park sporting field proposal sparks community concern

The City of Melbourne’s proposal for new sporting fields in Royal Park has left the community divided, with advocacy groups concerned that the park is under threat, while sporting associations are are backing the suggested changes.

Politics

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Residents call for council to hit “pause” on greening Roden St 

March 12th, 2025 - Jon Fleetwood

In a last-ditch effort to have the City of Melbourne reconsider its Roden St greening initiative, which will see several native trees replaced, a group of local residents is calling on the council to conduct further ecological studies. 

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Royal Park stakeholders caught off-guard by council’s carpark sale

Royal Park stakeholders caught off-guard by council’s carpark sale

March 12th, 2025 - Jon Fleetwood

Following the City of Melbourne’s recent sale of its Little Collins St car park to billionaire Justin Hemmes, Lord Mayor Nick Reece hinted that the money raised would be used to fund capital works initiatives at Royal Park.

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Council’s plan for $2 swims this summer

Council’s plan for $2 swims this summer

December 11th, 2024 - Jon Fleetwood

The wheels have begun to turn on Lord Mayor Nick Reece’s election promise to provide cheaper swims at public pools this summer.

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The results are in: Nick Reece elected Melbourne’s Lord Mayor

The results are in: Nick Reece elected Melbourne’s Lord Mayor

November 13th, 2024 - Jon Fleetwood

In what was a tight race for Town Hall amid one of the most stacked and competitive fields in recent memory, incumbent Lord Mayor Nick Reece has emerged successful and will lead the City of Melbourne for the next four years. 

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“An extraordinary councillor”: Rohan Leppert calls time at the City of Melbourne

“An extraordinary councillor”: Rohan Leppert calls time at the City of Melbourne

November 13th, 2024 - Sean Car

Few figures are respected and admired right across the political spectrum, but outgoing Greens councillor Rohan Leppert leaves behind one such legacy at the City of Melbourne after 12 years of dedicated community service. 

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Residents call for council to hit “pause” on greening Roden St 

March 12th, 2025 - Jon Fleetwood
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Royal Park stakeholders caught off-guard by council’s carpark sale

March 12th, 2025 - Jon Fleetwood
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Council’s plan for $2 swims this summer

December 11th, 2024 - Jon Fleetwood
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The results are in: Nick Reece elected Melbourne’s Lord Mayor

November 13th, 2024 - Jon Fleetwood
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“An extraordinary councillor”: Rohan Leppert calls time at the City of Melbourne

November 13th, 2024 - Sean Car

Columns

Austro Bakery reopens in North Melbourne after summer break

Austro Bakery reopens in North Melbourne after summer break

March 12th, 2025 - Georgie Atkins

North Melbourne’s beloved Austro Bakery has reopened its doors after a two-month summer hiatus, welcoming back customers with its signature pastries, cakes, and focaccia. 

Local News

Council consults on latest parking changes in West Melbourne

Council consults on latest parking changes in West Melbourne

March 12th, 2025 - North West City News

West Melbourne locals have until 5pm on April 3 to have their say on the City of Melbourne’s latest suite of proposed changes as part its West Melbourne Parking Review. 

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River Nile School to host inaugural Harmony Block Party

River Nile School to host inaugural Harmony Block Party

March 12th, 2025 - Georgie Atkins

The River Nile School (RNS) will host its first-ever Harmony Block Party on April 3 from 2pm to 6pm, a festive celebration of Harmony Day that aims to unite the community and showcase the incredible talents and resilience of refugee and asylum seeker youth.

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Bobbie Peels launches weekly run club in North Melbourne

Bobbie Peels launches weekly run club in North Melbourne

March 12th, 2025 - North West City News

North Melbourne’s beloved pub Bobbie Peels has launched an exciting initiative aimed at bringing the community together in a fun and unique way. 

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Royal Park sporting field proposal sparks community concern

Royal Park sporting field proposal sparks community concern

February 12th, 2025 - Jon Fleetwood

The City of Melbourne’s proposal for new sporting fields in Royal Park has left the community divided, with advocacy groups concerned that the park is under threat, while sporting associations are are backing the suggested changes.

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Kensington locals urge immediate action on slippery tactile pavers

Kensington locals urge immediate action on slippery tactile pavers

February 12th, 2025 - Georgie Atkins

Kensington residents are concerned about the dangers that tactile pavers across the city pose for local safety, with many frustrated at the City of Melbourne’s lack of prioritisation to replace the pavers.

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Council consults on latest parking changes in West Melbourne

March 12th, 2025 - North West City News
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River Nile School to host inaugural Harmony Block Party

March 12th, 2025 - Georgie Atkins
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Bobbie Peels launches weekly run club in North Melbourne

March 12th, 2025 - North West City News
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Royal Park sporting field proposal sparks community concern

February 12th, 2025 - Jon Fleetwood
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Kensington locals urge immediate action on slippery tactile pavers

February 12th, 2025 - Georgie Atkins
Arts House celebrates 20 years

Arts House celebrates 20 years

March 12th, 2025 - Alexandra Randall
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