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The Sydney Morning HeraldMelbourne Catholic Archdiocese Sells Albert Street Properties for Nearly $30 Million
The Catholic Archdiocese of Melbourne has sold multiple terraces on Albert Street in East Melbourne. The transactions total nearly $30 million and involve several buyers.
Melbourne Cyclist Ends Lobbying Effort After Years of Limited Progress
Hayden Lavigne closed a community group he founded to push for better cycling infrastructure in Melbourne's south-east. His decision follows years of stalled requests to local and state authorities. Participation in cycling has remained largely unchanged across Australia over the…
Women Designers Use Recycled Materials at Melbourne Design Week
Four Australian artists are exhibiting furniture made from discarded bicycle tyres and timber offcuts during Melbourne Design Week. Their works combine circular-economy practices with traditional woodworking techniques.
Victoria Fast-Tracks Luxury Apartment Projects Under Affordable Housing Program
Developers in Melbourne are securing fast-tracked approvals for high-end residential projects by contributing cash to a state housing fund instead of including affordable units. The Development Facilitation Program allows the Victorian government to decide on significant projects…
Melbourne Designer Launches Film on Mental Health and New Collection
Rochelle Gregory presented a short film and runway show during Melbourne Fashion Week. The film depicts her experiences with hospitalization, self-harm, and eating disorders. She also announced a T-shirt collaboration with Lifeline.
The Sydney Morning HeraldMelbourne Police Monitor Teen Bike Gatherings at Carlton Gardens
Victoria Police have observed groups of teenagers riding bicycles in Melbourne. Officers attended a May gathering at Carlton Gardens to assess the activity.
Melbourne Nightclub Operates Without Public Liability Insurance for Two Years
Pride of our Footscray has run without public liability coverage since 2024 after 18 insurers declined to underwrite the venue. Owner Mat O'Keefe said the business would face bankruptcy if a serious claim arose.