Environment

Good news for recycling glass

April 13th, 2022 - Rhonda Dredge

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

April 13th, 2022 - David Schout

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.

Rollicking tale of local strongman

April 13th, 2022 - Rhonda Dredge

A new book has everyone talking in Queensberry St about the feats of a local strongman known as the Mighty Apollo.

Fire-ravaged shop could be turned new development under new plans

April 13th, 2022 - Brendan Rees

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.

A community pantry with a paw-sitive spin

April 13th, 2022 - Kaylah Joelle Baker

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.

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.

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.