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Historic North Melbourne church sold for first time in 170 years

Historic North Melbourne church sold for first time in 170 years

July 12th, 2023 - Brendan Rees

A large property site in North Melbourne that has been home to a 170-year-old bluestone church has been sold to an offshore buyer.

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Safety fears after woman randomly attacked

July 12th, 2023 - Brendan Rees

A West Melbourne woman who was randomly attacked and pushed to a road as she was walking home on a Friday night has raised community concerns of safety in the area.

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Plans for “campus” of apartment buildings on King St

July 12th, 2023 - David Schout

Plans to redevelop a King St car showroom into a “campus” of apartment buildings, including build-to-rent dwellings, have been released.

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The newly-opened bakery getting stomachs rumbling

July 12th, 2023 - Kaylah Joelle Baker

Residents of Kensington can now appreciate a sweet aroma wafting through Stubbs St, thanks to the newly-opened Double Dutch Bakery.

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Multicultural unity celebrated at Somali Day Australia Festival

July 12th, 2023 - Brendan Rees

A vibrant display of cultural diversity was on show at the annual Somali Day Australia Festival at the North Melbourne Community Centre on Saturday, July 1.

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Victorian Archives Centre collects memories that are worth holding on to

July 12th, 2023 - Kaylah Joelle Baker

Public moments of joy and connection are being highlighted in Victorian Archives Centre (VAC) Gallery’s upcoming exhibition on July 28.

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Less than 1km of bike lanes delivered in last year as rollout languishes

July 12th, 2023 - David Schout

New council figures showed its rollout of protected bike lanes was falling well short of promises.

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The future of music is looking bright thanks to 21st Century Music Tuition

July 12th, 2023 - Kaylah Joelle Baker

Local Kensington musician and tutor of 21st Century Music Tuition Brennan Smith hosted his very first student showcase concert on June 17, in an effort to help students with their stage confidence.

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Striking buildings take out prestigious architecture awards

July 12th, 2023 - Brendan Rees

Australia’s first build-to-rent-to-own housing development in Kensington, and an Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (ANMF) accommodation building in North Melbourne have taken out top Victorian architecture awards.

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A nice job for a change

July 12th, 2023 - Rhonda Dredge

There is a light side to being a firey even though coffee has gone up to $7 a cup at some local cafes.

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London plane tree to get the chop

London plane tree to get the chop

October 18th, 2021 - Brendan Rees
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