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Moonee Ponds Creek, second last pond and Alfred St

December 17th, 2025 - Geoff Leach

On Sunday December 7, we had a history walk titled "A Moonee Ponds Creek Meander: Some Then, Now and Next”.

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Macaulay planning rules take key step as four councillors exit over donation conflict

December 16th, 2025 - Sean Car

Long-awaited permanent planning controls for the Macaulay urban renewal precinct have taken a major step forward.

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West Gate Tunnel finally opens, promising major freight and transport gains despite years of delays and cost blowouts

December 15th, 2025 - Sean Car

After a turbulent construction period marked by delays, disputes and ballooning costs, the West Gate Tunnel officially opened on December 14 – three years later than planned and at more than double its original price tag.

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TAP delays, gas main bungle and “wait and see” approach anger North & West Melbourne residents

November 27th, 2025 - Sean Car

Less than one-eighth of the $100 million Transport and Amenity Program (TAP) has been spent as the West Gate Tunnel prepares to open, with City of Melbourne councillors questioning delays, broken promises and a “laughable” design bungle on Hawke St.

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Council selects partner for key worker housing project in West Melbourne

November 19th, 2025 - Jon Fleetwood

The City of Melbourne has selected a preferred community housing provider (CHP) to develop new affordable housing for key workers on council-owned land in West Melbourne.

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Fat Andy’s brings big flavour and local pride to North Melbourne

November 19th, 2025 - Sean Car

A once-tired corner building at 445 Queensberry St, North Melbourne, has been lovingly restored and reborn as Fat Andy’s – a sandwich and coffee shop that’s already making waves with its hearty menu and unmistakable Melbourne character.

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Two new tram extensions proposed for Arden as part of Victoria’s 30-year infrastructure strategy

November 19th, 2025 - Jon Fleetwood

Two major tram extensions into Arden have been proposed as part of Victoria’s new long-term infrastructure blueprint, with planners arguing the upgrades are critical to supporting population growth in the inner north-west.

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Free fitness classes get Kensington moving

November 19th, 2025 - Raymond Parsons

Kensington locals are being encouraged to lace up their runners and hit the park, with the City of Melbourne launching a new series of free community fitness classes designed to get Melburnians moving.

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Fashion meets heritage at Younghusband’s sold-out runway showcase

November 19th, 2025 - Sean Car

Kensington’s historic Younghusband woolstores were transformed into a celebration of creativity and culture on October 24, as Melbourne Fashion Week (MFW) brought its Student Collections Runway to the iconic precinct.

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Queensberry Cup draws huge crowds for its biggest year yet

November 19th, 2025 - North West City News

North and West Melbourne turned out in force on October 18 as the Queensberry Cup roared back for its fourth and most vibrant year yet, transforming Errol and Queensberry streets into a sun-soaked arena of racing, music and community celebration.

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