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Council selects partner for key worker housing project in West Melbourne
The City of Melbourne has selected a preferred community housing provider (CHP) to develop new affordable housing for key workers on council-owned land in West Melbourne.
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Fat Andy’s brings big flavour and local pride to North Melbourne
A once-tired corner building at 445 Queensberry St, North Melbourne, has been lovingly restored and reborn as Fat Andy’s – a sandwich and coffee shop that’s already making waves with its hearty menu and unmistakable Melbourne character.
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Two new tram extensions proposed for Arden as part of Victoria’s 30-year infrastructure strategy
Two major tram extensions into Arden have been proposed as part of Victoria’s new long-term infrastructure blueprint, with planners arguing the upgrades are critical to supporting population growth in the inner north-west.
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Free fitness classes get Kensington moving
Kensington locals are being encouraged to lace up their runners and hit the park, with the City of Melbourne launching a new series of free community fitness classes designed to get Melburnians moving.
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Fashion meets heritage at Younghusband’s sold-out runway showcase
Kensington’s historic Younghusband woolstores were transformed into a celebration of creativity and culture on October 24, as Melbourne Fashion Week (MFW) brought its Student Collections Runway to the iconic precinct.
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Queensberry Cup draws huge crowds for its biggest year yet
North and West Melbourne turned out in force on October 18 as the Queensberry Cup roared back for its fourth and most vibrant year yet, transforming Errol and Queensberry streets into a sun-soaked arena of racing, music and community celebration.
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North Melbourne families celebrate HIPPY graduation
Twenty proud local families have graduated from the North Melbourne HIPPY program, marking the latest milestone for the celebrated early childhood initiative helping parents become their child’s first teacher.
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$2 swims return for 2026, but not yet in Kensington
The City of Melbourne’s $2 Pool Splash initiative will return this summer, slashing weekday casual pool entry fees to just $2 across selected city pools in January – but Kensington residents will have to wait a little longer for their local pool to join in.
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RACV names Racecourse and Flemington roads among Melbourne’s most dangerous intersections
A major gateway between North Melbourne, Kensington and Parkville has been named among Melbourne’s most dangerous intersections, with the Flemington Rd and Racecourse Rd junction singled out by the RACV as one of the city’s highest-risk locations for motorists, cyclists and pedestrians.
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Harvesting rainwater in the city
In Melbourne our rainy season is usually in spring, a perfect time to build up the ground water for summer so that plants can be hydrated during the warmer months.
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Concrete – the extensive dangers to the planet and human health
North Melbourne local teams up with close friend to launch book
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