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Kathleen Syme Library hosts free Local Lunch Club program

April 3rd, 2023 - Inner City News

City of Melbourne Libraries have initiated a pop-up Local Lunch Club program, partnering with charitable organisation Open Table and not-for-profit Cultivating Community to deliver four free lunches utilising food that might have otherwise gone to waste.

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Community reels after teen killed in Carlton crash

March 30th, 2023 - Brendan Rees

The Carlton community has been rocked after a 16-year-old girl was tragically killed in a two-car collision on March 11.

Caitlin Dullard steps in as La Mama’s artistic director

March 29th, 2023 - Kaylah Joelle Baker

Caitlin Dullard is ready to throw her “head and heart” into her new position as La Mama’s CEO and artistic director following the departure of Liz Jones from the role after 50 years.

Aircraft noise consultation with East Melbourne residents to be considered under third runway plan

March 29th, 2023 - Brendan Rees

Airservices Australia says consultation with the East Melbourne community to reduce aircraft noise and alternative flight paths has been put on hold until Melbourne Airport’s plan to build a third runway is considered.

Heritage does matter

March 29th, 2023 - Inner City News

A new book, launched at the Melbourne Town Hall recently, highlights the effectiveness of communities when they work together to preserve the amenity of their suburb.

Making a bit of Foss about Carlton’s new distillery

March 29th, 2023 - Jack Hayes

209 Lygon St has lived many lives. The bluestone façade and red brick interiors were fondly known to locals for almost 40 years as the home of IL Cantuccio, an old-fashioned Italian diner serving homely food.

Tree planting season at Princes Park has begun

March 29th, 2023 - Sean Car

City of Melbourne councillors and contractors kicked off the 2023 tree planting season in Princes Park on March 17 with shovels in hand and a new tree in the ground.

Student accommodation tower approved for Carlton

March 29th, 2023 - Brendan Rees

A plan to build a $68.9 million student accommodation tower in Carlton has been endorsed by the City of Melbourne as it seeks to retain its status as Australia’s number one student city.