Latest articles by Sean Car
Council puts spotlight on long-vacant Abbotsford St site as crackdown expands north
The City of Melbourne has turned its attention to a long-vacant plot on Abbotsford St in North Melbourne, adding the site to a growing list of underutilised or derelict land parcels being actively monitored as part of a new crackdown on neglected properties across the municipality.
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Kensington celebrates grand opening of new aquatic and recreation centre
The Kensington community turned out in force on Sunday, September 28, to celebrate the official opening of the long-awaited Kensington Community Aquatic and Recreation Centre (KCARC) – a multi-million dollar transformation that has reimagined one of the suburb’s most loved facilities.
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Council records modest surplus amid claims of cautious spending
The City of Melbourne has reported a $589,000 underlying surplus for the 2024–25 financial year, its first since 2019, marking what the council has described as a “turnaround story” following consecutive deficits during and after the COVID-19 period.
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North Melbourne’s Seesaw crowned City of Melbourne’s Small Business of the Year
North Melbourne design studio Seesaw has been named the City of Melbourne’s Small Business of the Year, recognised not only for its creativity but also for its commitment to giving back to the community.
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Cyclist’s death sparks renewed calls for safety on Macaulay Rd
The death of a cyclist in Kensington has reignited long-standing concerns about bike safety on Macaulay Rd, with Greens MP Ellen Sandell leading calls for separated bike lanes and an urgent safety review of the notorious intersection near Kensington station.
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A new chapter for Kensington Business Association under Brickville’s Sean McConville
Macaulay Rd has long been the heart of Kensington, but in recent years many shopfronts have sat empty, and momentum has stalled.
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Greystar breaks ground on $360m Kensington build-to-rent project
Melbourne’s build-to-rent sector continues to gather pace, with developer Greystar breaking ground on its latest project in Kensington’s Macaulay urban renewal precinct.
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North Melbourne Community Hub plans endorsed
The City of Melbourne has given the green light to final concept plans for the long-awaited North Melbourne Community Hub, with councillors unanimously endorsing the $41.7 million project at the September 2 Future Melbourne Committee meeting.
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Doors set to open at Kensington’s new aquatic and rec centre this month
Kensington is about to get its long-awaited health and wellbeing hub, with the City of Melbourne confirming the Kensington Community Aquatic and Recreation Centre (KCARC) will open on Monday, 29 September.
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New “green oasis” blooms on Roden St
West Melbourne residents now have a fresh reason to celebrate, with the official completion of the City of Melbourne’s Greening Roden Street project.
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Royal Melbourne Show returns with animals, attractions, and family fun
The 2025 Melbourne Royal Show is promising one of its most exciting programs yet, with a host of new attractions, farm experiences and entertainment set to delight visitors from Thursday, September 25 to Sunday, October 5.
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And the winner of our 50th edition photo competition is …
Congratulations to North Melbourne resident Britany Parkes for sharing this classic photo capturing North Melbourne Town Hall in the wintry afternoon light.
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The hidden West Melbourne cafe reimagining Thai food one breakfast at a time
Tucked quietly away on King St in West Melbourne, Roslyn Thai Café has been reshaping local perceptions of Thai cuisine – one pandan chiffon cake and bowl of pork congee at a time.
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Lost Dogs’ Home shines spotlight on its Animal Behaviour Centre
In the heart of North Melbourne, the Lost Dogs’ Home has been a sanctuary for animals in need for more than a century.
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Council backs push for major Racecourse Rd upgrades
The City of Melbourne will step up its campaign to see Racecourse Rd transformed, after councillors unanimously endorsed an amended advocacy plan for the busy inner north-west corridor.
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Vision Australia seeks local volunteers for Seeing Eye Dogs program
Vision Australia Seeing Eye Dogs, based in Kensington, is calling on locals to help provide temporary homes for dogs in training, following a recent intake into its program.
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Silo 9 continues to thrive as West Melbourne’s tucked-away café favourite
Silo 9 in West Melbourne has quietly built a reputation as one of the area’s most distinctive cafés, the sort of place locals almost want to keep to themselves.
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Tram works to unlock Arden access and improve safety around QVM
A major tram network upgrade at the intersection of Elizabeth and Victoria streets will begin in October, paving the way for future services to North Melbourne’s Arden urban renewal precinct.
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Kensington Neighbourhood House receives $20,000 grant to support vulnerable locals
Kensington Neighbourhood House (KNH) has been awarded a $20,000 grant from Bank Australia to support its new Kensington Neighbourhood Help Hub – a program designed to empower vulnerable residents and strengthen social support in the area.
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Victorian Quaker Centre offers rare glimpse during Open House Melbourne
West Melbourne’s Victorian Quaker Centre is offering a rare chance to step inside its tranquil, purpose-designed gathering space as part of Open House Melbourne on July 25 and 26.
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