Carlton residents and traders debate the future of Lygon St
The Carlton Residents’ Association has released its vision for future upgrades it wants to see along Lygon St to help “rejuvenate” the area, but not all businesses agree with its ideas.
Plans unveiled for redevelopment of Carlton public housing towers
Retroactive Documents: local artist and designer’s latest exhibition
Business
Making the most of HR: how and when to involve your human resources team
When you think of “HR”, you might picture a team that only steps in to handle complaints or administrative tasks – like sorting out payroll or settling disputes. However, there’s so much more to your human resources team than just problem-solving.
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Bibi Ji: “not your typical Indian joint”
In 2023, Lygon St bid farewell to a beloved institution, Café Notturno. But as one chapter closed, another began with the opening of Bibi Ji – bringing authentic Indian cuisine to the heart of Melbourne’s Italian precinct.
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Building a business: what makes Melbourne a supportive start-up scene?
Melbourne has established itself as one of the most vibrant and supportive start-up environments not just in Australia but globally.
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Building a business in Melbourne: 6 things you should keep in mind
Melbourne is Australia’s cultural and economic hub, home to a thriving startup scene and strong state and federal-level support networks for entrepreneurs.
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Coconut-covered bliss at Tokyo Lamington
This Elgin St cafe and bakery is serving up fluffy cubes of heaven, covered with coconut, or hundreds and thousands, or crushed pistachios, or flaky pastry …
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Columns
“It costs nothing to be kind”: Carlton local making a difference, one vacuum at a time
Tori is the epitome of a great neighbour, utilising her niche interest and skills in vacuum maintenance to help the community she’s called home for 17 years.
Another exciting year ahead in East Melbourne
Local News
“Victoria’s biggest export”: how an international student cap would affect Melbourne
The City of Melbourne and its local universities are preparing to navigate uncertain times as the possibility of an international student cap remains a concern ahead of the upcoming federal election.
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Join CNLC for a special fundraising evening
On February 28, 2025, the Carlton Neighbourhood Learning Centre (CNLC) invites you to join us for a fundraising evening filled with delicious food, live entertainment, and community spirit.
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Parkville community devasted by war memorial vandals
A statue commemorating Parkville residents who died during World War One was defaced just days before Australia Day, leaving the community “shocked” and “confused” by the vile act.
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Fire Services Museum of Victoria: celebrating firefighting heroes and history
Nestled in the heart of East Melbourne, the award-winning Fire Services Museum of Victoria has proudly occupied the former Headquarters Station of the Melbourne Metropolitan Fire Brigade since 1980.
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San Remo Ballroom strikes gold
Before being recognised as the state’s best convention centre, the San Remo Ballroom donned many hats.
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“Victoria’s biggest export”: how an international student cap would affect Melbourne
Fire Services Museum of Victoria: celebrating firefighting heroes and history
There’s an old saying that every government dollar should be treated as if it was hard earned, because it was – by a taxpayer.
No affordable housing in regional Victoria
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