Planning
“As big as it gets”: City of Melbourne clashes with State Government over Arden Precinct
Bulky buildings, a lack of affordable housing and no way to achieve zero emissions are just some of the grievances the City of Melbourne (CoM) has flagged with the Victorian Government’s final Arden Structure Plan as it stands.
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Residents weigh in on Shiel St housing plans
North Melbourne residents have voiced their concerns over a proposed community housing block in Shiel St which will be exempt from normal planning requirements as part of the Victorian Government’s “Big Housing Build” blitz.
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Black panther of North Melbourne rescued
North Melbourne cat Diablo – or the “black panther of Plane Tree Way” as local kids call him – found himself in a predicament when he went for a wander in early October.
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Passionate about travel
It could take a while before the pleasure of overseas travel beats the uncertainties of permits, vaccination passports, quarantine, bubbles and ticketing complications but don’t give up.
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Toy library finds new, larger home
A new 100sqm toy library has set up in North Melbourne thanks to support from the City of Melbourne after the previous site in Kensington closed, helping one thrifty local save $10,000.
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Thieves steal car from cash-strapped hospitality worker
A Kensington man who has lost work due to COVID restrictions has been left reeling after his car was stolen and later found burnt out last month.
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Road map offers “glimmer of hope”, but traders fear strict limits will hamper business
Melbourne Lord Mayor Sally Capp says Victoria’s road map out of lockdown offers “a glimmer of hope for traders” as pandemic restrictions are set to be eased by late October.
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Council sends statement on violence against women
The City of Melbourne has pledged to improve women’s safety and participation in its latest violence against women strategy.
Read MoreHospo help on outdoor dining fees, infrastructure
Local cafes, restaurants and bars won’t charged outdoor dining fees until April 2022, after the City of Melbourne waived permit fees for another five months.
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Tradie gutted after tools stolen from ute
An apprentice arborist and volunteer firefighter has been left shattered after $5000 worth of tools were stolen from his ute in Kensington last month.
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Tale of a swashbuckling hero
Historic property earmarked for hotel development
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