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City’s security crackdown intensifies amid state government shortfalls
The City of Melbourne has continued to roll out a range of security initiatives across the inner city. However, several councillors have voiced concerns about having to address issues that the state government is failing to manage.
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Cricket club livid over council ripping up turf pitch
The Mercantile Cricket Association has hit out at the City of Melbourne over its decision to replace Crawford Oval’s turf cricket pitch with astroturf.
Read MoreIntroducing Cherrywood: Robbie Noble named inaugural head chef at Residence
Robbie Noble has been announced as the first head chef of Residence, the highly anticipated new restaurant launching this winter inside the transformed Potter Museum of Art at the University of Melbourne’s Parkville campus.
Read MoreCarlton Harmony Day 2025 celebrations
On April 12, The University of Melbourne and the Carlton community came together to successfully stage Harmony Day for a third time, strengthening local connections and celebrating cultural diversity.
Read MoreStudents take centre stage at Fitzroy’s Academy of Mary Immaculate
Students at the Academy of Mary Immaculate have been given a unique chance to sharpen their stage skills ahead of this year’s school musical Frozen Jr, thanks to a workshop with accomplished theatre performer Sophie Weiss.
Read MoreCouncil commits to a scaled-back pool splash
The City of Melbourne will be bringing back a scaled-down version of Lord Mayor Nick Reece’s election promise to make swimming pool entry more affordable across the city, following a successful trial of the initiative.
Read MoreHeart of Carlton owners remain positive in the face of repeated attacks
Following a series of attacks against beloved café The Heart of Carlton, owners Michael and Nadeen Kelly are hopeful for the future of the café and say the community support received has being “incredible”.
Read MoreOlympic star power and Master Chefs for Gluten Free Lifestyle Show
A delectable array of culinary and nutritional experts is set to headline a unique foodie event at Moonee Valley Racecourse this May, and you can be sure that everything will be gluten free.
Read MoreCarlton Inc. launches egg-citing Easter event
Local traders’ association Carlton Inc. is gearing up to bring its inaugural Easter Egg Hunt to the precinct, aiming to attract families and boost local trade.
Read MoreCarlton community comes together for Harmony Day celebrations
Students from the University of Melbourne are once again taking the lead in organising Carlton Harmony Day on April 12 at Carlton Primary School, an annual celebration of community and cultural diversity.
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Protestors silenced by council laws
