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Heritage does matter
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.
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The evolution of a suburb
When the metropolis of Marvellous Melbourne was being developed in the 1800s, it followed the Motherland’s hierarchical model of a central business district surrounded by concentric rings of affluent housing, services and servers.
Read MoreEast Melbourne’s voice: The East Melbourne Group
A striking feature of East Melbourne is the frequency and enthusiasm with which conversations spring up with walkers-by in the street.
Read MoreVolunteering and its surprising benefits
The East Melbourne Group (EMG) is an incorporated residents’ group that works to connect the community of East Melbourne and Jolimont and to protect and improve its heritage and amenity.
Read MoreEast Melbourne people power
For nearly 70 years, the proud residents of East Melbourne have been working together to preserve their inner-city oasis, nestled between the traffic arterials, stadiums, parks and gardens.
Read MoreWho do we think we are?
In 2018 East Melbourne was nominated as Melbourne’s wealthiest suburb according to a report run by The Age.
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VCAT knocks back tower at much-loved East Melbourne heritage site
Call to move Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show from World Heritage site
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