Latest articles by Georgie Atkins
Melbourne International Comedy Festival returns with local acts
The Melbourne International Comedy Festival (MICF) is set to return from March 26 to April 20, promising its biggest and most exciting lineup yet.
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Knovus: transforming the knitwear industry with cutting-edge 3D technology
For more than 10 years, Knovus has been redefining the knitwear industry, harnessing advanced 3D technology to create innovative knitted products while sharing their expertise with others.
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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.
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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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“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.
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Council’s plans for $2 swims makes a splash at Carlton Baths
Lord Mayor Nick Reece visited the Carlton Baths to talk to Melbourne communities about how to stay safe this summer, following the City of Melbourne’s unanimous approval of a $2 Pool Splash initiative for outdoor pools in Carlton and North Melbourne at the December 10 council meeting.
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Plans unveiled for redevelopment of Carlton public housing towers
The state government has revealed concept plans for the redevelopment of public housing towers in Carlton, which will provide 248 social homes across two buildings, each featuring private balconies and rising 16 and 18-storeys high.
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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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Local Carlton gallery unveils annual Christmas exhibition
Bridget McDonnell Gallery’s 39th annual Christmas exhibition will open on December 6, with this year’s event promising a diverse selection of works by both renowned Australian and international artists, continuing the gallery’s tradition of showcasing exceptional art.
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Local not-for-profit wins at 2024 Melbourne Awards
Parkville-based youth mental health organisation, Orygen, was among the recipients of this year’s Melbourne Awards, held on November 9.
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Pinot Palooza pours back into Melbourne
The world’s longest-running pinot party returns to the Royal Exhibition Building from November 22 to 23, featuring 100 of the best local wineries.
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Carlton Corner returns for 2024 Garage Sale Trail
Carlton’s favourite vintage pop-up shop, Carlton Corner, is back this November as part of the national Garage Sale Trail, taking place on the weekends of November 9 and 10, and November 16 and 17.
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“A sub-optimal learning experience”: concerns mount over University High’s new CBD campus
University High School is set to open a temporary campus in the CBD to address growing enrolment and capacity challenges faced by inner-city schools.
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Bsharp Barbershop: a cut above the rest
Bsharp Barbershop is dedicated to delivering a “premium service” in the comfort of your local barbershop. It’s a place where you can “come in, grab yourself a beer and have a chat”. Owner Andrew Kourtis opened the shop in February last year, hoping to bring a fresh offering to the iconic Lygon Street strip.
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“A work in progress”: Community to have its say on Royal Park Master Plan
City of Melbourne councillors voted in favour of endorsing the draft Royal Park Master Plan for community consultation at their September 10 Future Melbourne Committee (FMC) meeting.
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Carlton’s creative hub for art, fashion and community
If you live in or have visited Carlton over the past nine months, you might have wondered what on Earth is going on inside 130 Elgin St.
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Dancehouse presents The Solos
Dancehouse and Weave Movement Theatre are excited to present The Solos, a series of independent dance explorations as part of the 2024 Melbourne Fringe Festival from October 2 to 5.
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Local author launches debut novel
Carlton-based author Matthew Hooper is excited to unveil his debut novel, A Cold Season, a project that has been years in the making.
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Carlton’s public housing residents brace for rent increases
Carlton public housing residents have raised concerns about looming rent increases due to come into effect from August 18, questioning how the adjustments align with market values given the substandard condition of many units.
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Melbourne French Theatre brings Marivaux’s La Surprise de l’Amour to life
The Melbourne French Theatre (MFT) is excited to announce 14 performances of their 2024 production, La Surprise de l’Amour by Marivaux, from August 6 to 17.
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