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The latest from Parkville Gardens
Things to look forward to, things to look back on – there’s something of both in this month’s dispatch from Parkville Gardens.
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Boom gate “nightmare” sparks commuter fury on Macaulay Rd
Residents and traders in Kensington have told of their increasing frustration of the Macaulay Rd level crossings, with traffic hold-ups being described as an “absolute nightmare”.
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“I love them”: businesses express support for Errol St greening
Many Errol St retailers support new street greening and seating measures recently introduced to North Melbourne, with some suggesting possible improvements and additional initiatives to enhance Errol St’s “village” feel.
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Drivers advised to use detours as major works take shape in West Melbourne
The Department of Transport says it continues to monitor traffic flows along Macaulay Rd in Kensington while detours remain in place to accommodate several projects in West Melbourne.
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Royal Mail Hotel up for sale after relaunching as a new home for veterans
Royal Mail Hotel up for sale after relaunching as a new home for veterans
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Playing up in hospitality
In Bellair St opposite the station there’s a café called Fruits of Passion that has seen more flamboyant days.
Read More“Worst electoral system in the country?” Warnings sent to agents after 2020 election probe
A City of Melbourne councillor has conceded that it “might just take the prize for the worst electoral system in the country” after 20 real estate agents were warned following an investigation into the 2020 election.
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Demolition of old Kensington Community Recreation Centre begins
Bulldozers have moved in to demolish the old Kensington Community Recreation Centre (KCRC), making way for the $42 million revamped version set for completion in late 2023.
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New 40km/h speed limits in North Melbourne under final review
The Department of Transport (DoT) is in the final stages of reviewing new 40km/h speed limits for roads in North Melbourne after a request from the City of Melbourne (CoM), but signs have been covered up for around a year according to locals.
Read MoreElderly lady loses $6k to Telstra scam
A North Melbourne local has warned of a sophisticated scam targeting Telstra customers after she was tricked into giving her credit card details over on the phone, leaving her feeling “scared” and “ashamed”.
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Phined Coffee brings its filtered coffee vision to North Melbourne
RACV names Racecourse and Flemington roads among Melbourne’s most dangerous intersections
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