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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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Council moves ahead with Royal Park Master Plan
The City of Melbourne will progress to final stages of design for the Royal Park Master Plan, following community outcry over a draft released earlier this year.
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Council backs push for major Racecourse Rd upgrades
The City of Melbourne will step up its campaign to see Racecourse Rd transformed, after councillors unanimously endorsed an amended advocacy plan for the busy inner north-west corridor.
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Miami Hotel for sale after new permit approved
Weeks after the Miami Hotel Group received the green light from the Victorian Government to demolish its hotel within a heritage overlay, the property has been put on the market.
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Cheeky parrot returns home thanks to a heartfelt community effort
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