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Amplify Bookstore: a safe haven for diverse voices in the heart of Melbourne
Located on Peel St, Amplify Bookstore is a proudly “anti-racist social enterprise” dedicated to uplifting books by authors of colour.
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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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Meat Market to host major filter coffee festival in July
Melbourne’s coffee scene is set to heat up this winter as Coffee Weekend – the city’s largest festival dedicated to filter coffee – takes over the iconic Meat Market on July 5 and 6.
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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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Kensington’s own beginner-friendly ukulele club
What started as one dad’s mission to teach his daughter the ukulele has grown into a thriving musical community in Kensington, celebrating its 10th anniversary in November this year.
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Cultures intersect for one-night-only musical performance at Arts House
Arts House will host a powerful night of music and cross-cultural connection on June 15, with a one-night-only performance from Australian ensemble Hand to Earth and a rare solo set by Indonesian sound artist Sipaningkah.
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Funding for safety measures on Poplar Rd in Parkville removed
Funding for overdue safety upgrades at the dangerous Poplar Rd “s-bend” near Royal Park Station has been cut from the City of Melbourne’s draft 2025–26 budget, sparking frustration among community groups and residents.
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Tradition, tortillas and ancient techniques: La Tortilleria showcases the diversity of Mexican cuisine
Surrounded by factories down in the industrial end of Kensington, La Tortilleria’s casa azul (blue house) is a splash of colour in a sea of poured concrete.
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West Gate Tunnel Transport Amenity Program leaves community “outraged”
In 2018, a $100 million Transport and Amenity Program (TAP) was announced to mitigate the impacts of the West Gate Tunnel on neighbourhood streets in North and West Melbourne and Docklands.
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Fears grow as accidents continue at a “notorious” North Melbourne intersection
The intersection of Victoria St and Curzon St has become notorious for accidents over the years, with local businesses fearing for their customers’ safety and many residents avoiding the crossing altogether due to ongoing safety concerns.
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A legal labyrinth
A tram ride through fear, memory and survival: VIGIL arrives at Arts House this April
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