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The rise of second-hand shopping
In 2025, one of the most prominent global trends in sustainability is the significant increase in second-hand purchasing and the reuse of products and materials.
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Doors set to open at Kensington’s new aquatic and rec centre this month
Kensington is about to get its long-awaited health and wellbeing hub, with the City of Melbourne confirming the Kensington Community Aquatic and Recreation Centre (KCARC) will open on Monday, 29 September.
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Westgate tunnel mitigation works to begin this year
A raft of traffic mitigation projects will commence construction later this year as a part of the jointly funded $100 million Transport Amenity Program (TAP) between the Victorian Government and the City of Melbourne.
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Arden Motel targeted as part of “Wanton attacks” crime spree
A 30-year-old woman has been sentenced to eight years and three months’ jail after pleading guilty to charges relating to a methamphetamine-fuelled crime spree that included the theft of an EFTPOS machine from a North Melbourne business last year.
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New “green oasis” blooms on Roden St
West Melbourne residents now have a fresh reason to celebrate, with the official completion of the City of Melbourne’s Greening Roden Street project.
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Royal Melbourne Show returns with animals, attractions, and family fun
The 2025 Melbourne Royal Show is promising one of its most exciting programs yet, with a host of new attractions, farm experiences and entertainment set to delight visitors from Thursday, September 25 to Sunday, October 5.
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And the winner of our 50th edition photo competition is …
Congratulations to North Melbourne resident Britany Parkes for sharing this classic photo capturing North Melbourne Town Hall in the wintry afternoon light.
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The hidden West Melbourne cafe reimagining Thai food one breakfast at a time
Tucked quietly away on King St in West Melbourne, Roslyn Thai Café has been reshaping local perceptions of Thai cuisine – one pandan chiffon cake and bowl of pork congee at a time.
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Housing Minister “stonewalls” public housing transparency probe
Victoria’s Housing Minister, Harriet Shing, has defended the government’s redevelopment of 44 public housing towers, despite growing criticism of its opaque approach.
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Lost Dogs’ Home shines spotlight on its Animal Behaviour Centre
In the heart of North Melbourne, the Lost Dogs’ Home has been a sanctuary for animals in need for more than a century.
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How years of dedication led one North Melbourne trader to own an iconic city pub
Fierce local advocate Mary Masters to run for City of Melbourne
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