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Lord Mayor and residents slam state over Macaulay planning controls
Lord Mayor Nick Reece has launched a stinging attack on the state government’s handling of Macaulay, accusing Planning Minister Sonya Kilkenny of undermining more than a decade of planning work.
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Farewell North West City News – but not goodbye
After six years and 62 editions serving North Melbourne, West Melbourne, Kensington and Parkville Gardens, North West City News is signing off; but only in name.
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Meet Ted – Brown Dog’s very own Brown Dog
When you first walk into Brown Dog Furniture on Queensberry St, it is the exquisite reclaimed timber, exposed brick walls and artwork that catch your eye.
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New-look Joe Taylor brings Thai flavours to Errol St
Errol St’s reincarnated Joe Taylor Bar, which opened with new owners and a Thai theme in July, offers an atmospheric escape and an enticing menu of fresh, creative drinks and dishes.
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Hip hop meets gaming in world premiere at Arts House
The worlds of hip hop, gaming and contemporary performance will collide at Arts House this month with the world premiere of GG, CONJAH and PSUEDO from August 26 to 30.
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Older public housing residents rally to save their homes
A large group of older residents from public housing towers slated for demolition descended on state parliament this month with a petition calling for the plan to be halted.
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Melbourne Town Hall displays Peace Prize
Melbourne Town Hall has taken temporary possession of and put on display a medal presented to the winners of Australia’s only ever Nobel Peace Prize.
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Inaugural Flem/Ken Writers Festival draws a crowd close to home
The inaugural Flem/Ken Writers Festival went off with a bang over the July 17-19 weekend, with more than 300 people turning out for workshops, author conversations, poetry, storytelling and the literary vibe.
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Safety fears over new Racecourse Rd tram stop crossing
The pedestrian crossings at either end of a new tram stop in Racecourse Rd are unsafe, according to local residents, including a woman who suffered serious injuries when she was hit by a car at one of them.
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High-rise public housing residents welcome new community health program
New representation for Parkville Gardens
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