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Southbank dads empowered by innovative Dadfit program
On a mission to “make dadding a team sport”, Dadfit’s five-week program kicked off in Southbank on May 6 at Boyd Community Hub.
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Southbank couple support local artists with new tattoo studio
After investing their savings in their boutique tattoo business just over two years ago, Southbank residents Dylan and Munzo have turned their dream into a reality.
Read MoreDebut novel highlights urgent need to address violence against women
Southbank resident Cedric Saldanha is the author of recently published book, Quest for Freedom, which sheds light on the poignant reality of violence against women in a time where the topic demands urgent attention.
Read MoreNew public art announcement and pop-up basketball courts open at Melbourne Square
Guardian Lion, an eye-catching nearly 20-metre-wide multi-coloured piece of public art from local artist Troy Emery will soon become a Southbank fixture when installed on Melbourne Square’s Power St-facing wall later this year.
Read MoreSix-storey mixed-use tower planned for Montague
The City of Port Phillip has given its endorsement of a proposal for a six-storey mixed-use tower in the Montague Precinct of Fishermans Bend on City Rd, subject to certain conditions.
Read MoreFamily and community underpins Southbank businessman
Finding a home and community in Southbank was a case of third-time lucky for Mosa Gherjestani.
Read MoreBuxton Contemporary presents: The same crowd never gathers twice
Buxton Contemporary is set to unveil its latest exhibition titled The same crowd never gathers twice, running from May 10 to October 13.
Read MoreMarg Alexander reignites her love of photography at PSC
Marg Alexander, a first-year Bachelor of Photography student at Photography Studies College (PSC), has embarked on a remarkable journey of rediscovering her passion for photography.
Read MoreJoel Bray presents new production at Malthouse in May
Aboriginal queer dancer Joel Bray’s new work Homo Pentecostus will be staged at the Malthouse Theatre this month.
Read MoreMeet Xiaole Xhan: Melbourne Conservatorium of Music
Get to know a student’s experience studying at The University of Melbourne’s Faculty of Fine Arts and Music. Xiaole Xhan is studying a Bachelor of Music (Honours) at the Melbourne Conservatorium of Music.
Read MoreHow lovely to see the autumn rains
Our garden beds have been refreshed ready for autumn and winter planting. Rocket and garlic chives have been very popular, while the chillies and eggplants have struggled in the wind.
Read MoreTwo new train stations for Southbank
The state government has announced two new underground train stations to service Southbank as part of its 2014-15 State Budget.
Read MoreOpen space
We note some exciting, but interesting, items on the council Future Melbourne Committee agenda for May 7.
Read MoreHeritage-inspired art for Anzac Station
The Metro Tunnel’s five new stations will create a new city art trail, with works by some of Australia’s foremost artists.
Read MoreLet’s get the “undercroft” on the national agenda
Southbank, known for its soaring skyscrapers and bustling streets, stands as the most densely populated neighbourhood in both the City of Melbourne and Australia.
Read MoreSupporting the rights of renters
We are delivering a targeted campaign across Victoria to ensure renters know their rights and rental providers know their legal obligations.
Read MoreWoman charged after firearms seized in Southbank
Members from Victoria Police’s VIPER Taskforce have charged a woman and seized firearms in Southbank as part of an ongoing investigation.
Read MoreBeulah explores “urban farm” at its Southbank site
The developer behind what will be Australia’s tallest tower has announced yet another intriguing activation of its City Rd site while it prepares for construction: a 200sqm pop-up “macrofarm”.
Read MoreGreens preselect candidates for new Montague and Port Melbourne wards
The Greens have announced the preselection of further candidates ahead of October’s City of Port Phillip local government elections, including for the new local Montague and Port Melbourne wards.
Read MoreMan arrested in Southbank burglary
A man has been arrested after allegedly being caught in possession of a large quantity of copper pipe and a power tool during the morning of Tuesday April 16.
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