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No development over rail line without master planning: Expert

December 2nd, 2021 - Sean Car

Developments should occur over rail lines in public airspace without the state government first undertaking master planning in consultation with the community.

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Treasury Square lacking proper design controls

December 2nd, 2021 - Katie Johnson

The City of Melbourne has moved to apply dedicated urban design controls to Treasury Square after it was found it was the only site within the central city without them.

Revitalisation plans for historic guesthouse revealed but residents say it will have “adverse impacts” on the neighbourhood

December 2nd, 2021 - Brendan Rees

A boarded-up historic guesthouse in East Melbourne could get a new lease on life if a $4.5 million revamp plan is approved by the City of Melbourne.

New heritage status for Carlton’s iconic buildings

December 2nd, 2021 - Katie Johnson

More than 20 new sites in Carlton will receive heritage protections under the City of Melbourne’s final Carlton heritage review.

Locals call for upgrade of “death-trap” Royal Park crossing

December 2nd, 2021 - Katie Johnson

Multiple organisations connected to Royal Park are calling for a safety upgrade of the dangerous “S-bend” on Poplar Rd at the Royal Park railway station and tram intersection.

Are you a budding writer, artist or photographer in the inner city? We want to hear from you!

December 2nd, 2021 - Inner City News

This month, we’re featuring a piece by budding Carlton artist Suzanne Hood. Can you guess which Carlton buildings these are?

Affectionate Esky

December 1st, 2021 - Inner City News

When Ben went to browse the North Melbourne Lost Dogs Home two years ago, he wasn’t expecting to walk out with a new companion.

Trades Hall on Lygon St, Carlton, is one of Melbourne’s most historically important sites. It is Australia’s oldest and largest Trades Hall and a symbol of the importance of organised labour within Australian society in the 19th and 20th centuries.