Arts & Culture

Craft back in a big way

April 13th, 2022 - Rhonda Dredge

The magic of objects tells the story of Neo Ceramics in Abbotsford St, a pottery studio with a master craftsman in the background creating opportunities for locals to get involved in the ceramics craze.

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Cheeky parrot returns home thanks to a heartfelt community effort

April 13th, 2022 - Brendan Rees

A mischievous parrot that went missing from her Kensington home has been reunited with her frantic owners after being found just a few blocks away.

Jeffcott St development changes tack

April 13th, 2022 - Sophie Berrill

A new 23-storey residential tower proposed for West Melbourne’s Flagstaff Precinct will now stage its development in an effort to keep residential apartments separate from a potential residential hotel on the adjoining blocks.

West End Art Space’s artists explore the forgotten past

April 13th, 2022 - Kaylah Joelle Baker

West End Art Space is gearing up to host artist Carol Batchelor’s latest exhibition Merge from April 13 to 28, with the show’s guest speaker artist and RMIT lecturer Dr Robin Kingston opening the exhibition with her personal insights into the abstract paintings.

Rescue success for zoo teams

March 18th, 2022 - Melbourne Zoo

It’s been a busy start to the year for Melbourne Zoo’s veterinary and wildlife rescue teams.

Meet Clara, the pub dog

March 18th, 2022 - John Tadigiri

Clara the mini groodle loves being around people and will eat “literally anything”.

Victorian Government’s affordable housing levy

March 18th, 2022 - Cory Memery

The Victorian Government has introduced legislation to parliament for a new Social and Affordable Housing Contribution (SAHC) provision.

Putting money back in local pockets

March 18th, 2022 - North & West Melbourne Precinct Association

With more than $4000 worth of pre-loaded gift cards already in circulation, it’s been a promising start for the Precinct Gift Card, an initiative launched by North & West Melbourne Precinct Association (NWMPA) to drive dollars back into the local economy.