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Council budget “big on delivery”
The City of Melbourne has drafted a record $850.7 million budget for the 2023/24 financial year, despite posting an increased deficit as it forecasts a return to surplus in the 2025/26 financial year.
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New linear park for West Melbourne gets tick of approval
The City of Melbourne has endorsed plans for a linear park in West Melbourne, which the council says addresses concerns about loss of parking, safety for all road users, and traffic management.
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Community consultation sought on protected bike lanes
The City of Melbourne is seeking community input on draft designs for three kilometres of protected bike lanes in North Melbourne and Kensington.
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A new resource helping to address stigma and discrimination has officially launched
The City of Melbourne, alongside a number of the city’s outreach support services, has officially launched a City Drug Support Services flyer on how best to help vulnerable community members.
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Tower residents urged to register for pay-out
Letters from the Supreme Court of Victoria have been delivered to the 3000 residents of the North Melbourne and Flemington towers advising of a proposed settlement from the State Government over the COVID-19 lockdowns in 2020.
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YIRRAMBOI showcases a thriving First Nations creative culture
For its fourth iteration, Melbourne’s leading First Nations Arts and Culture Festival, YIRRAMBOI, consumed the city for 10 spectacular days with performances, visual art, installations, workshops, storytelling, and Black activism.
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Parking overhaul as drivers to pay until 10pm and on Sundays
Drivers will soon be slugged for Sunday parking, however can park free of charge for the first 15 minutes in a bid to keep the inner city moving.
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Councillor Roshena Campbell returns after “disappointing” by-election defeat; would not have voted to back Voice
After defeat in an historic Federal by-election, City of Melbourne councillor Roshena Campbell spoke with North West City News about the result, the Voice to Parliament, and voting against the Lord Mayor.
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The beautiful stories beyond a building’s façade
When looking at the heritage value of a building sometimes its façade can be the sole focus but, according to architectural and urban historian, and heritage consultant, Peter Andrew Barrett, this should not be the case.
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Council puts heat on government to protect Royal Park amid sky rail plans
The City of Melbourne has released a Position Paper addressing its concerns surrounding the proposed level crossing project at Park St, which has the potential to impact the heritage-listed Royal Park.
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Kensington Stockyard Food Garden celebrates with Christmas sale
Guns, drugs and chemicals seized in North Melbourne
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