Planning
Future of West Melbourne locked in as the state government signs off “milestone” structure plan
The state government has approved a much-awaited structure plan that will guide the future growth of West Melbourne, including a new high street on Spencer St and an abundance of open space.
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Spike in toxic mushrooms prompts health warning
Recent rain has led to an outbreak of toxic mushrooms in Parkville and surrounding neighbourhoods with a local vet reporting pets had fallen ill.
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Rec Centre construction under way
Demolition has been completed and construction is now officially under way on the new Kensington Recreation Centre.
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City of Melbourne seeks joint effort with state government to rid the city of graffiti as deterrence reaches critical point
The City of Melbourne has stepped up its fight against graffiti with a cleaning blitz soon to get under way in the city’s north-west.
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River Studios: Is it enough for West Melbourne artists?
West Melbourne’s River Studios is a flourishing working art space for local artists, but artist-run group MREAM believes the demand is still greater than the supply.
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Parkville Gardens’ Biggest Morning Tea fundraiser
The Parkville Gardens community has banded together to host its annual Biggest Morning Tea to raise money for cancer research.
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Recreation centre the big winner in budget as rate rise returns
An extra $25 million will be pumped into the redevelopment of the Kensington Community Aquatic and Recreation Centre, the City of Melbourne announced in its latest budget.
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Council works with residents to improve road safety
The City of Melbourne will identify a range of road safety and pedestrian improvements projects in Kensington and North Melbourne through the help of the community.
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Kensington’s popular mosaic artworks saved as street works take shape
A stunning collection of mosaic artworks will be saved along on a popular shopping strip in Kensington as heavy machinery moves in to undertake street works.
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Melbourne Money brings a welcome boost to inner-north traders – but some venues say it didn’t quite hit the mark
Local traders have delivered a mixed response to the latest round of the Melbourne Money scheme, which overall brought a welcome boost to hospitality businesses.
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Federal funding lifeline keeps Cohealth Kensington clinic open as long-term future remains uncertain
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