Planning
Finally, some movement on Macaulay
The state government has finally budged on progressing the Macaulay Structure Plan, following further pressure from the City of Melbourne last month to respond to its proposal to unlock urgently needed open space along Moonee Ponds Creek.
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“Train horn working group” established to limit noise in West Melbourne
The Department of Transport and Planning (DTP) has established a group whose purpose is to identify opportunities to reduce the impact of train horn noise on communities such as those living in West Melbourne.
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Consultation on Chelmsford St park still open
Kensington locals can still have their say on a concept plan for new open space at Chelmsford St, with the City of Melbourne welcoming feedback online until June 17 at 5pm.
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“Vast, empty site”: Disappointment over scrapped Arden hospital plans
Community members and a City of Melbourne councillor have expressed disappointment over the state government’s decision to abandon plans for a new hospital in North Melbourne’s Arden precinct, saying it was a missed opportunity.
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Affordable housing proposed on council land
Two council-owned sites in North Melbourne and West Melbourne could be converted into affordable housing under a plan being considered by the City of Melbourne.
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Calls mount to fix dangerous West Melbourne intersection after cyclist struck in hit-run
The community is calling for action to fix a dangerous intersection in West Melbourne after a cyclist was left with serious injuries in a hit-run incident.
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Kensington Rec Centre construction progressing
The Kensington Community Aquatic and Recreation Centre is moving closer to completion, with planned street closures in place this month to accommodate construction.
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Electrical Trades Union hopes to expand with land rezoning
The Electrical Trades Union (ETU) has put forward a proposal to rezone its land to mixed-use so it can expand the offices of its North Melbourne headquarters.
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Ozanam House supporting housing needs of LGBTIQA+ Victorians
North Melbourne's Ozanam House is at the heart of the Victorian Government initiative “Pride in Place”, which is supporting more than 570 LGBTIQA+ individuals across the state with access to safe and inclusive housing assistance.
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New homes open in North Melbourne
A $40 million social and affordable housing complex build in North Melbourne has been completed with residents moving into 78 new homes.
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Devastation for businesses has lockdown six bites
London plane tree to get the chop
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