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Locals recognised in King’s Birthday honours

June 26th, 2024 - Brendan Rees

Six residents and workers in the inner city have been recognised in the 2024 King’s Birthday Honours List, one of which was awarded posthumously for their contributions to health and the community.

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Empty shopfronts “stabilise” in Carlton after suburb hit hard in lockdowns

June 26th, 2024 - Brendan Rees

Shopfront vacancy rates have increased slightly over the past year in Carlton, new data from the City of Melbourne shows, but significant ground has been made since lockdowns ended.

Finders Keepers design market returns to Carlton

June 26th, 2024 - Georgie Atkins

The Finders Keepers Market, now in its 16th year, is coming back to Melbourne from July 12 to 14 at the iconic Royal Exhibition Building, promising an unforgettable, creative day-out.

Melbourne Documentary Film Festival returns to Nova

June 26th, 2024 - Georgie Atkins

The Melbourne Documentary Film Festival (MDFF) will run at Cinema Nova from July 17 to 31, showcasing an array of features fresh from some of the world’s most esteemed festivals alongside compelling local productions.

Youths share their voice at community forum

June 26th, 2024 - Brendan Rees

Young people have come together at the University of Melbourne’s Parkville campus for a youth forum aimed at fostering dialogue about their experiences, aspirations, and challenges.

Celebrating Australia’s best cheeses at Mould

June 26th, 2024 - Georgie Atkins

Australia’s biggest cheese festival returns to Melbourne on June 28 and 29, where it will take to its biggest stage yet at the Royal Exhibition Building.

Vinnies soup van volunteer earns prestigious honour

June 26th, 2024 - Brendan Rees

For the past 50 years, Greg Munt has been a dedicated volunteer, spending countless hours each week preparing and serving meals for the St Vincent de Paul soup van.