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Young writer found vocation in family history project
Carlton writer and Triple R presenter Jonathan Butler, who has published a true crime family history, is appearing in two events at the Melbourne Writers Festival next month.
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The Servants Training Institute
On the western side of Berry St, East Melbourne, there once stood a large red brick building known as the Servants’ Training Institute.
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From Carlton’s patchwork quilt to centre stage: celebrating Elle Morrell’s 10 years at CNLC
When Elle Morrell applied for a job at Carlton Neighbourhood Learning Centre (CNLC) 10 years ago, she had a confession to make, at least to herself.
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The future of Lygon St is no laughing matter!
The Carlton Residents’ Association (CRA) has had a long-standing interest and involvement in Lygon St as the activity spine of the Carlton community.
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Kathleen Syme: a successfully repurposed building
In Faraday St, Carlton there is an example of an old 19th century building that has twice been successfully reconfigured and repurposed. Built 150 years ago as a state primary school, it is still in use today as a modern, well-used community centre and library.
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Labor’s arts cuts put Melbourne’s cultural heart at risk
Melbourne is the cultural capital of Australia. It’s one of the many reasons people love living here.
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“Agenda for Carlton” … alive and kicking!
The “Agenda for Carlton” was developed by the Carlton Residents’ Association (CRA) committee in June 2024 following a survey of members.
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A month of reflection
Parkville is a truly wonderful place and events in February gave me time to reflect on two wonderful individuals we lost recently.
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March activities in East Melbourne
The East Melbourne Neighbour Network (EMNN), a voluntary run community group, has created an expanded range of health and wellbeing activities for people of all ages.
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East Melbourne residents air vehement concerns at public council meeting
Local health leaders named in King’s Birthday honours
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