Latest articles by Sean Car
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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New children’s centre to support young families at Saints College
A new $6.88 million integrated children’s centre will be built at Saints College’s North Melbourne campus, creating vital early learning places and helping young parents continue their education.
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Rally planned to oppose demolition of Melbourne’s public housing towers
A major protest is planned for Saturday, August 2, as public housing residents and supporters mobilise against the Victorian Government’s controversial plan to demolish 44 public housing towers across Melbourne.
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Council releases new draft Urban Forest Precinct Plans for Kensington, North and West Melbourne and Docklands
The City of Melbourne has taken another important step toward its goal of increasing tree canopy cover to 40 per cent across the municipality, unanimously voting on July 1 to release draft Urban Forest Precinct Plans for Kensington, North and West Melbourne, and Docklands for community consultation.
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Local businesses bloom with City of Melbourne grants
Two small businesses with big ambitions are among the latest recipients of the City of Melbourne’s Small Business Grants, joining 31 winners set to share in $700,000 of council support to help them expand and thrive.
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Kensington Community Aquatic and Recreation Centre to open this September
The long-anticipated Kensington Community Aquatic and Recreation Centre (KCARC) is set to open its doors in September, with final construction works now under way at the Altona St site.
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Silo No9: A hidden gem for locals in Melbourne’s industrial west
Tucked between the clatter of freight lines and the platforms of South Kensington Station, a surprising new destination has quietly opened its doors, bringing a fresh wave of hospitality and charm to a little-known corner of West Melbourne.
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Locals invited to have their say on Clayton Reserve Dog Park upgrade
Dog owners are being encouraged to provide feedback on the City of Melbourne’s proposed upgrade to Clayton Reserve Dog Park in North Melbourne, with consultation open until Monday, June 30.
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