Latest articles by Brendan Rees
Carlton and Parkville reunite! Grattan St reopens after six-year wait
After six years of construction works, Grattan St, a major thoroughfare in Parkville, has finally reopened, providing a huge relief for residents and businesses.
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Residents win fight to save laneway from development in East Melbourne
The City of Melbourne has decided not to a sell a laneway to make room for a proposed six-storey development in East Melbourne following concerns from residents.
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Locals recognised in King’s Birthday honours
Six residents and workers in the inner city have been recognised in the 2024 King’s Birthday Honours List, one of which was awarded posthumously for their contributions to health and the community.
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Empty shopfronts “stabilise” in Carlton after suburb hit hard in lockdowns
Shopfront vacancy rates have increased slightly over the past year in Carlton, new data from the City of Melbourne shows, but significant ground has been made since lockdowns ended.
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Youths share their voice at community forum
Young people have come together at the University of Melbourne’s Parkville campus for a youth forum aimed at fostering dialogue about their experiences, aspirations, and challenges.
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Vinnies soup van volunteer earns prestigious honour
For the past 50 years, Greg Munt has been a dedicated volunteer, spending countless hours each week preparing and serving meals for the St Vincent de Paul soup van.
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A taste of America comes to East Melbourne
Looking for a unique dining experience with all the flavours of classic American cuisine?
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Hospital staff gear up for charity run to support their patients
A group of 30 nurses from the Royal Melbourne Hospital’s (RMH) bone marrow transplant ward are lacing up their running shoes for a good cause.
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Alleged stolen car crashes in Parkville
Two people have been charged after an allegedly stolen car crashed into a parked car in Parkville on June 17.
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Ticket prices to rise for Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show
Ticket prices for the Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show (MIFGS) are set to increase by $10 to $50 by 2029, as operating costs continue to rise for the popular event in Carlton.
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Lygon St set for footpath revamp but traders want the whole strip completed
A long-standing battle to have safer and more attractive footpaths along Carlton’s iconic Lygon St will see a portion of renewal works undertaken, but traders say they want certainty the whole street will be revamped.
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Police investigate as heritage terrace in East Melbourne goes up in flames
Police are investigating a fire which broke out at an unoccupied building in East Melbourne on May 1.
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Planned tower could threaten Royal Exhibition Building “buffer zone”
The City of Melbourne has endorsed plans for a 40-storey tower near the Carlton Gardens and World Heritage-listed Royal Exhibition Building, despite concerns from advocates and residents about its potential to impact on the area’s heritage values.
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Sod turned for new $6m Ryder Pavilion
Work is officially under way to redevelop Parkville’s Ryder Pavilion into a modern, multi-purpose facility.
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Police hunt e-scooter rider after knocking elderly woman unconscious
Police are searching for a man after the e-scooter he was riding struck an 81-year-old woman from behind, leaving her unconscious after she attended an AFL match.
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Treasured First Nations artwork presented to the University of Melbourne
A significant drawing by a celebrated First Nations Australian artist of the 19th century is set to make its way to the University of Melbourne.
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University Square final concept design endorsed
The City of Melbourne has endorsed the final concept design for stage two of the redevelopment of Carlton’s University Square following community consultation.
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Verdict reserved in class action over demolition of public housing towers
A Supreme Court of Victoria Judge has reserved their decision on the state government’s application to have a class action against the demolition of public housing thrown out.
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Fruit bat electrocutions in Parkville prompt CitiPower to take action
Residents of a Parkville South street have spoken of their concern of fruit bats being electrocuted on power lines as large numbers feed on nearby gingko trees.
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Celebrate Neighbourhood House Week in Carlton
Carlton Neighbourhood Learning Centre is celebrating Neighbourhood House Week with a special family event filled with fun activities.
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