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Bellair St traders express frustration as street works hurt business
Traders along a popular shopping strip in Kensington are reeling as street works hit heir businesses, with one describing the situation as “worse than lockdown.”
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Traders relieved after council waives outdoor dining fees
Hospitality traders are breathing a sigh of relief after the City of Melbourne waived outdoor dining fees for another seven months as the city recovers from the pandemic.
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Electric motorcycle company revs ahead after revolutionary motorbike wins top honours
A West Melbourne-based electric motorbike manufacturer is celebrating after its high-tech electric motorbike took out the top prize in the prestigious Victorian Premier’s Design Awards.
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A bold, colourful vision for West Melbourne
West Melbourne’s Marylin Monroe may have caught your eye as you stroll down Stanley St.
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Council endorses North Melbourne Heritage Review
The City of Melbourne has rung in a new era of heritage protections in North Melbourne after endorsing the first review of the area’s heritage assets in nearly 40 years.
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Good news for recycling glass
A new glass recycling plant has been put through its paces over the past three months and the guys down at the Dynon Rd depot are pleased with its performance.
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Residents express dismay after thieves take off with parcels
A Kensington resident has been left furious after heartless thieves stole a food box parcel from her doorstep, which was later found ripped-up and discarded a few houses away.
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Rollicking tale of local strongman
A new book has everyone talking in Queensberry St about the feats of a local strongman known as the Mighty Apollo.
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Fire-ravaged shop could be turned new development under new plans
A Kensington shop that was gutted by fire almost a year ago could be transformed into a five-storey mixed-use development under plans being considered by the City of Melbourne.
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A community pantry with a paw-sitive spin
After noticing an increase in locals asking for cat and dog food, the McCracken St Food Share Pantry has partnered with Pets Of The Homeless Australia (POTH) and extended their pantry goods to now include pet food.
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Melbourne community toy libraries at risk of closing their doors
A history of the City of Melbourne Bowls Club
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