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A big problem requires even bigger solutions
Welcome to the eighth of our 12-part series which will attempt to explore the role that housing can and should play within Australian society and why it is important to our economy that we house all Australians, rich or poor.
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In response to the Ombudsman …
Hello readers, thanks for all the feedback from my last column. In this issue I want to talk about the Victorian Ombudsman’s report into the “hard lockdown” of the public housing residents for two weeks at 33 Alfred St, North Melbourne.
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Covering the Pacific from Carlton
As a seasoned journalist, media consultant, editor and mentor, Carlton local Sue Ahearn has worn many hats throughout her career in the media.
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Is Melbourne’s only world heritage site under threat?
The Royal Exhibition Building and the surrounding Carlton Gardens is the only UNESCO World Heritage-listed site in Melbourne. Some heritage advocates are worried that development in the area may pose a threat to the listing.
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Council passes motion to reduce aircraft noise
The City of Melbourne (CoM) has unanimously passed a motion to discourage non-essential flight patterns over the city after prolonged pressure from East Melbourne residents.
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Carlton Kitchen Library connects locals through food
Carlton home cooks are tackling complex and creative recipes with ease thanks to a Lygon Street library loaning out uncommon kitchen appliances – and bringing neighbours together in the process.
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First Sunday Lunch brings community together in East Melbourne
East Melbourne residents are coming together again for the First Sunday of the Month Lunch Club now that COVID restrictions have eased.
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Old Melbourne Gaol exhibition showcases how far Melbourne has come
To commemorate the 40th anniversary of the decriminalisation of homosexuality in Victoria, Old Melbourne Gaol has opened its new exhibition: Bending the Bars.
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Council working to bring life back to Carlton’s night-time scene
After an extended lockdown, curfew, density limits and countless trading restrictions, Carlton’s night-time economy is struggling to return to its former glory.
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Parkville residents take in refugees
When 26 refugees were suddenly released from detention in Carlton’s Park Hotel in late January, Parkville resident Jo Fallshaw sprang into action.
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Farmers Market proposed for Lygon St, Carlton
The value of staying put
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