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Council’s plan for $2 swims this summer
The wheels have begun to turn on Lord Mayor Nick Reece’s election promise to provide cheaper swims at public pools this summer.
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“It’s going to be a disaster”: residents alarmed about high-rise hospital plan
Chapman St residents have voiced concerns over a proposal to build an 11-storey private hospital in North Melbourne, and are calling for greater transparency in the planning process to ensure their objections are properly considered.
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How Rouleur Wine Co found a community of wine lovers in North Melbourne
This local wine tasting room – hidden away on a back street and identifiable only by a pink sign – houses a range of unique Yarra Valley and McLaren Vale wines.
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Council considers major greening works on Errol St
The City of Melbourne is exploring the option of partially closing Errol St in North Melbourne to make way for more green space.
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Have your say: North Melbourne Community Hub
The City of Melbourne wants to hear what local people’s opinions are on the North Melbourne Community Hub.
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Fantasy becomes reality in immersive show Goldfish
This collaboration between Terrapin Puppet Theatre and Japan’s Aichi Prefectural Theatre will make its Australian debut at the Arts House in February as part of the Asia TOPA triennial.
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Council seeks local voices to advise on West Melbourne housing project
The City of Melbourne is calling for expressions of interest to join a project reference group that will provide advice on a proposed affordable housing development on a council-owned car park in West Melbourne.
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Council endorses City North Opportunities Plan renewal
A City of Melbourne report said that more than 40 projects had been delivered under the Melbourne Innovation District City North Opportunities Plan 2020 and recommended that the document be renewed to continue guiding urban design in the precinct.
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River Nile School: empowering refugee women through education
River Nile School (RNS) is an independent secondary college located in the heart of North Melbourne, and is dedicated to supporting young women aged 15 to 24 from refugee backgrounds by empowering them through education.
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Bakery Hill Distillery celebrates 25 years of crafting premium Aussie whisky
Bakery Hill Distillery is gearing up for an exciting year ahead, with its new Kensington “cellar door” now open for locals to enjoy a dram, tasting, or tour.
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New pedestrian crossings coming to North Melbourne, but residents concerned about safety at large intersection
Works under way on Bedford St pocket park
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