Planning

New permits are required in North Melbourne to combat 100-year flood events

October 16th, 2024 - Jon Fleetwood

The City of Melbourne has endorsed changes to its planning scheme for flood-affected areas to ensure future developments are more resilient.

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Macaulay planning inertia continuing to prove costly

October 16th, 2024 - Jon Fleetwood

Residents and planning experts say developers are being given free rein in Macaulay and that the state government’s slow progress in legislating long overdue planning controls is already having lasting negative impacts on the precinct.

City of Melbourne signs joint statement demanding action on Moonee Ponds Creek

October 16th, 2024 - Sean Car

The City of Melbourne has united with community advocates to call on the Victorian Government to unlock desperately needed land along Moonee Ponds Creek and support its ongoing revitalisation.

Police investigate attempted arson attack at tobacco shop on Racecourse Rd

October 16th, 2024 - Jon Fleetwood

An employee of a Flemington tobacco store used an axe to chase away three men who tried to set the business alight on October 6.

Digital Echoes: an “immersive” sound experience

October 16th, 2024 - Georgie Atkins

Arts House presents Digital Echoes from October 17 to 20; a concert for viola, percussion and electronics, exploring how sound, messages, and meanings are transformed by time and space.

Tablet donation program making a difference at Ozanam house

October 16th, 2024 - Tara Highet

A Melbourne GP clinic is calling on people to donate their unused iPads and tablets to residents of North Melbourne’s Ozanam House.

Queensberry Cup returns for 2024

October 16th, 2024 - Georgie Atkins

The beloved Queensberry Cup is back for its 2024 iteration on October 19, inviting the North and West Melbourne communities to join in a vibrant day of celebration.

Melbourne Dog Lovers Festival 10th birthday paw-ty

October 16th, 2024 - Georgie Atkins

The Melbourne Dog Lovers Festival is celebrating its 10th birthday on October 26 and 27, relocating to its biggest stage yet at Melbourne Showgrounds.