Planning
“Southbank in limbo”: concern as major developments stall
Southbank’s local business association has questioned the status of major local developments at Southgate and STH BNK by Beulah, raising concerns over the impact of ongoing delays on the surrounding community.
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Construction of new park at ACCA pushed back to late 2025
The City of Melbourne says works to transform the forecourt in front of the Australian Centre for Contemporary Art (ACCA) into a new park will begin later next year as planning continues with the site’s owner Creative Victoria.
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Construction of Melbourne Square’s new tower is under way
Developer OSK Property has broken ground on BLVD – the latest tower as part of its $3 billion Melbourne Square precinct in Southbank.
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Plans put on hold to partially close Cecil St at South Melbourne Market
A plan to permanently close a suburban street to traffic next to the South Melbourne Market will be held off following objections from the community.
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Dilapidated heritage building could become a hotel and apartments
An eyesore heritage-protected building in Southbank could be converted into a hotel and build-to-rent apartments under new plans being considered by the state government.
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Council to inject $22.5m to expand Normandy Road Reserve
A bold plan to expand Southbank’s Normandy Rd Reserve by 1.2 hectares has been revealed in a City of Melbourne pre-budget announcement in what shapes as a big win for Southbankers.
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New residential tower planned for heart of Southbank
A 25-storey residential tower has been proposed for Southbank under a $70 million plan.
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New 56-storey tower set to add to the Southbank skyline
Construction of a $220 million mixed-use tower in Southbank is set to begin later this year.
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Six-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.
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Revitalisation of Alexandra Gardens progresses
The City of Melbourne is currently analysing feedback received in response to its concept plan for the renewal of Alexandra Gardens, which will soon undergo a string of upgrades.
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Build-to-rent development gets green light in South Melbourne
The City of Port Phillip has approved a planning amendment for an 18-storey build-to-rent (BTR) project to go ahead in South Melbourne.
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Greystar marks biggest build-to-rent project in Australia’s history
A $500 million build-to-rent development in South Melbourne’s Fishermans Bend precinct has been completed, making it the biggest of its kind in Victoria.
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“Gaps” in the Montague Precinct Implementation Plan: City of Port Phillip
The City of Port Phillip has raised concerns over the state government’s draft Montague Precinct Implementation Plan (MPIP), stating that it contains “several gaps and issues” that need to be addressed.
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Built-to-rent complex nears completion
Construction of an 18-storey build-to-rent apartment building in Southbank is on track for completion this year.
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“Completely negligent”: National Trust slammed over maintenance of Polly Woodside
A volunteer who has been working on South Wharf’s historic tall ship, Polly Woodside, for more than 40 years has spoken out against its owner for neglecting one of Melbourne’s most treasured maritime assets.
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Council almost doubles out-of-hours construction fines
A City of Melbourne councillor has been proactive on the issue after the state government had shown “zero interest” in addressing ongoing breaches.
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Planned supermarket next to South Melbourne Market prompts concerns of “traffic chaos”
A contentious proposal to build a supermarket as part of a massive commercial development next to the South Melbourne Market has been endorsed, despite a backlash from residents and businesses.
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Restoration of 135-year-old Princes Bridge under way
The City of Melbourne has begun restoration works at Princes Bridge as part of a major facelift that the council says will enhance its “distinctive historic features”.
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Community and sustainability in our vertical villages
On Monday, February 12, I had the privilege of welcoming an assembly of leaders to the Strata Community Association’s Senior Leaders Forum, held in the heart of our city.
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A boost for Southbank as new parks mooted under bold new vision for South Melbourne
Southbankers could soon enjoy access to a new linear park, public open spaces, and improved pedestrian amenities and streetscapes under an ambitious plan for neighbouring South Melbourne outlined by the City of Port Phillip.
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