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Southbank “neighbourhood portal” goes live
An online portal for those who live, work or study in Southbank has gone live, giving locals a dedicated space to keep up to date with works and events in postcode 3008, and have a say on its future.
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Southbank Promenade works to be completed “soon”
Traders are relieved that work is finally coming to an end on the section of the Southbank Promenade in front of the Hamer Hall.
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Council to seek the community’s say over much-needed dog park upgrade
The City of Port Phillip will seek the community’s input after approving a $140,000 plan to upgrade a popular park in South Melbourne, which locals say is currently “unsafe”.
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Meet the Candidates
Southbankers can meet their local candidates vying for the seat of Albert Park ahead of the November 26 Victorian Election at a local “Meet the Candidates” event on November 6.
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$30.5m bike lane project at St Kilda Rd gets under way
A $30.5 million state government project to create separated kerbside bike lanes along St Kilda Rd has begun with works kicking off in Southbank.
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Council to reintroduce outdoor dining fees
The City of Melbourne will extend outdoor dining permit fee waivers for traders in Docklands until June 30 next year, while providing a 50 per cent discount for parklets in the rest of the municipality including Southbank.
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The candidates vying for Albert Park
While the Labor Party has held the local seat of Albert Park since 1950, its future remains uncertain heading into the November Victorian Election following the retirement of outgoing member Martin Foley, who has served as Southbank’s local MP for 15 years.
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Neighbourhood meetings to continue in 2023
The City of Melbourne has announced that it will continue hosting one meeting per month away from Melbourne Town Hall in 2023 after a “successful pilot year” of neighbourhood meetings, as Southbank prepares to host councillors on November 22.
Read MoreCouncil meets in Fishermans Bend, as recurring theme of transport rings “loud and clear”
Calls for urgent funding for public transport connections to Fishermans Bend in the form of tram and train services were again at the centre of discussions last month, as the City of Melbourne met with locals in the precinct on September 20.
Read MoreChange the date: Locals have their say on Australia Day
The City of Melbourne’s residents and business owners support changing the date of Australia Day, after almost 60 per cent backed a move away from January 26.
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Residents celebrate as council backs down from controversial street gardening rules
A South Melbourne community’s bid to continue their much-loved street gardening activities has been upheld after the City of Port Phillip backed down from its restrictive rules.
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New play space
As part of the council’s transformation of Southbank Boulevard that is currently underway, a new play space is being installed.
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A “dynamic, engaged community”: Martin Foley reflects on Southbank
After 15 years as the state member for Albert Park, Martin Foley has announced he is stepping down and will not contest the November state election. He spoke with Southbank News about how he has seen the local area evolve during that time, its challenges going forward, and being health minister in a once-per-century pandemic.
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New court at Fawkner Park opens, but anger remains
A new sports court at Fawkner Park is now open for public use, but some locals remain frustrated it was allowed to be installed.
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City of Melbourne CEO reappointed
In what he described as “a vote of confidence” in his leadership, the council’s CEO Justin Hanney has been reappointed to the city’s top job for a further four years.
Read MoreCouncil’s night-time committee extended for another year
All 18 members of the City of Melbourne’s first Night Time Economy Advisory Committee (NTEAC) have been reappointed for a further 12 months to continue supporting the city’s recovery from COVID-19.
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Foley retires after 15 years as Albert Park member
After 15 years as the state member for Albert Park, Martin Foley has announced he is stepping down and will not contest the November state election.
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Promenade works finally underway, but concerns remain about cyclists
Much needed upgrade works on Southbank Promenade have begun more than two years after originally flagged.
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An unwanted tag: Singapore meeting exposes City of Melbourne’s dilemma
The City of Melbourne is coming down harder than ever on graffiti, yet street art remains one of the city’s biggest selling points. Can the council have it both ways?
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Open space pledge, Greenline, headlines budget as rate rise returns
Around $25 million will be spent on securing new open space in Southbank over the next four years, as the City of Melbourne released its latest budget that signalled a return to rate rises.
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Meeting right in Southbank
Southbank and the PMG
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