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Cost of living pressures ignite unprecedented need for food relief

The rising cost of living in Australia has driven an unprecedented need for food relief, signalling a systemic issue that requires urgent attention. 

A delightful mid-winter gathering in East Melbourne

While Paris was gearing up for a lively Bastille Day demonstration, on the other side of the globe, the charming neighbourhood of East Melbourne came alive with a heart-warming midwinter get-together. 

Miniature and active  

Red pandas don their mittens for winter 

There’s reason to celebrate these chilly winter days, with the recent gusty winds shedding leaves off trees at Melbourne Zoo revealing some of the zoo’s most elusive residents. 

Disappointment at VCAT

The Parkville Association and 130 other residents who were among the 153 objectors were obviously disappointed with the decision by the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) as reported in this month’s Inner City News.

Moving forward!

The Carlton Residents’ Association (CRA) has renamed its transport policy the “mobility policy” to reflect the changing nature of urban transport. 

News from the residents of East Melbourne

The East Melbourne Group (EMG) extends a warm welcome and best wishes to all East Melbourne residents, businesses and visitors who are seeing the signs of spring in our wonderful suburb.

Council consults on Power Melbourne

The City of Melbourne and two other neighbouring councils have identified 16 proposed locations for new neighbourhood batteries that will help deliver more renewable energy to inner-city locals, with consultation kicking off this month.

Plans to replace old toilet block at iconic Fitzroy Gardens get under way 

The City of Melbourne will seek permission from Heritage Victoria to replace an old toilet block at the historic Fitzroy Gardens, in a move supported by residents.