Columns

A new accessible tram stop for Parkville

November 1st, 2023 - Metro Tunnel

Parkville will soon have an accessible tram stop on Royal Parade, making it easier to get to hospitals and the University of Melbourne.

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Victorian Police Strike of 1923

November 1st, 2023 - Jeff Atkinson

In 1923 constables in the Victorian Police force went on strike, and for several days the streets of Melbourne and nearby suburbs descended into lawlessness and looting.

Safe living in the city

November 1st, 2023 - Rob Moore

As a Parkville resident for many years I learned a lesson when spending some time on crutches recently: keep your eyes open and move quickly!

Pelican’s remarkable journey home

November 1st, 2023 - Melbourne Zoo

Rarely seen by humans, wild juvenile pelicans are only found in four remote breeding colonies throughout Victoria.

Neighbourhood House climate plan launched

November 1st, 2023 - Tony Milne

On October 10, the Yarra Neighbourhood House Network (YNHN) unveiled its Climate Action and Resilience Plan. City of Yarra Deputy Mayor Edward Crossland spoke, highlighting the plan’s alignment with Yarra Council’s Climate Emergency Plan.

Residents and supporters are organising to oppose demolition of their homes

November 1st, 2023 - Cory Memery

There is one thing that is certain about the state government’s dreadful towers demolition plan – there will be strong and hopefully successful resistance.

Lily ecstatic over dream role in Mamma Mia

November 1st, 2023 - Brendan Rees

Lily Baulderstone is living a true “pinch me moment” after landing a dream gig of performing in the hit production of Mamma Mia! The Musical.

The latest from Parkville

September 27th, 2023 - Rob Moore

Firstly, many thanks for the good wishes following my accident. One realises what an incredible village we live in when so many care! All is good now, hence my October column.

Carlton residents’ position on e-scooters

September 27th, 2023 - Inner City News

The Carlton Residents’ Association (CRA) has written to the Minister for Transport to express our concern at the failure of the shared e-scooter trial initiated by the state government to provide substantive evidence for their ongoing use and to ensure their compliance during the trial period.