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Short stays “out of control”
The woeful inadequacy of the state’s short-stay legislation remains in the spotlight, with heightened tension in municipalities throughout the state.
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Hollywood could be calling for Glenford’s screenplay
Glenford Noble has proven time and again that his artistic prowess knows no bounds – now the TV producer, writer, and actor has his sights set on Hollywood.
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Joining the electric vehicle bandwagon
In 2022, the sale of electric vehicles (EVs) in Australia accounted for only 3.8 per cent of total sales. However, that number is tipped to soar over the coming years.
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Preparing for spring planting
The cooler weather has not dampened the enthusiasm of the members of the Southbank Sustainability Group (SSG) as they get the community garden ready for spring planting.
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Focus on housing/rental/reform trajectory
We know there is no more important issue anywhere in the state right now than housing.
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Metro Tunnel achieves major milestone with first test trains
The first test trains have started running through the Metro Tunnel, marking a major milestone for the project and the beginning of a rigorous, months-long testing phase.
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A life of spectacles and extraordinary experiences
It’s hard to quantify the contribution James Avery has made to the events industry.
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Another big media month for Southbank
Climate change and rising sea levels are a significant issue to Southbank, which should be of pressing concern to the City of Melbourne.
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Gone are the days of slow winters in Melbourne
What a dynamic winter period we’re having in the Yarra River Precinct. During my 40 years in Melbourne, I cannot remember a winter period so rich in events and special occasions.
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Design comp complete … but isn’t there something missing?
With much fanfare, the state government announced a winner of the Flinders Street Station design competition last month, but there was one rather important detail missing.
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Getting back to basics
The recent community sentiment survey results are used to help identify and address what matters most to local communities through Victoria Police’s back-to-basics Neighbourhood Policing initiative.
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The jumpy, gentle giant
He may be big, but he’s not one to fear.
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Sustainability and why it matters
One of the important things we can all do to support a more sustainable society is to talk about sustainability and why it matters.
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Strict time limitation periods for bringing a building defect claim means OCs cannot sit on their hands
An owners’ corporation (OC) owes a strict duty to repair and maintain its common property, and this duty can be enforced by any member of the relevant OC.
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Steady leadership through uncertain times
Parliament has just adjourned for its winter recess.
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It’s a blooming good idea
It’s been a busy month across the City of Melbourne with the recent release and adoption of the 2023-2024 budget and the update of the council’s five-year plan.
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Metro Tunnel paves the way for sustainable infrastructure with Australia-first trial
The Metro Tunnel Project is taking sustainability in the construction industry to the next level, with an Australia-first low-carbon concrete research project.
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Is there an opportunity?
Firstly, I would like to start by thanking all those who reached out to me with their kind words of support for my 100th column last month. I never realised my monthly writings were often anxiously read by so many loyal Southbank News followers.
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How many steps?
Is there a more beautiful couple than Steve and Luna? The word fluffy doesn’t do her justice.
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Open forum on affordable housing and short-term rentals
You are invited to a We Live Here forum, the first after a long, pandemic-induced hiatus.
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