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Kensington residents seek answers after 900 homes designated as flood-prone

June 12th, 2024 - Brendan Rees

More than 200 residents have packed the Kensington Town Hall to express their concern over their properties being reclassified as flood-prone by Melbourne Water, with many reporting a lack of information or communication.

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Town Hall bells ring after 30-year silence

June 11th, 2024 - Brendan Rees

After three decades of silence, the chimes from North Melbourne Town Hall’s clock tower bells have rung out again, marking a significant moment in the community’s history.

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Courtyard by Marriott: the locals’ hotel

June 11th, 2024 - Jack Hayes

The idea of a locals’ hotel sounds like a contradiction in itself, but Marriott’s Courtyard Melbourne Flagstaff Gardens hotel is exactly that.

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IRREGULAR proves a resounding success

June 11th, 2024 - Jack Hayes

As the old proverb goes, “it takes a village to raise a child,” just as it did to deliver IRREGULAR, an inventive, collaborative and inclusive Melbourne Design Week event which celebrated local ideas and passion.

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A heartfelt thank you to our community for making IRREGULAR a success

June 11th, 2024 - North & West Melbourne Precinct Association

In the heart of North & West Melbourne, a remarkable event unfolded, showcasing the power of community and collaboration.

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Fix “dysfunctional and unsafe road design”: residents call for action on Abbotsford St

June 11th, 2024 - Brendan Rees

North Melbourne residents have expressed growing alarm over the safety of new tram concrete separators along a busy road after reports of several near misses and one man being taken to hospital.

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Finally, some movement on Macaulay

June 11th, 2024 - Sean Car

The state government has finally budged on progressing the Macaulay Structure Plan, following further pressure from the City of Melbourne last month to respond to its proposal to unlock urgently needed open space along Moonee Ponds Creek.

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“Train horn working group” established to limit noise in West Melbourne

June 11th, 2024 - Sean Car

The Department of Transport and Planning (DTP) has established a group whose purpose is to identify opportunities to reduce the impact of train horn noise on communities such as those living in West Melbourne.

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Take a seat at The Men’s Table

June 11th, 2024 - Georgie Atkins

The Men’s Table invites locals from Kensington and Flemington to an inaugural “Entrée” event on June 20, aiming to foster a supportive environment where men can come together over a meal to share personal stories and engage in meaningful conversations.

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Simonds win their way to the state champs

June 11th, 2024 - Jack Hayes

Simonds Catholic College has defied the odds, taking out Basketball Victoria’s Victorian College Championships regional qualifiers and punching their ticket to the state finals on June 20.

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