Politics
Fight against offensive graffiti ramps up
The City of Melbourne has increased its efforts to combat offensive graffiti in the city after announcing a new clean city services contract this month.
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Carlton language school championed by Ukrainian refugee
A language school in Carlton North has been praised by a Ukrainian refugee, after it helped him secure employment following his displacement to Australia.
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Funding cut forces La Mama Theatre to pause shows in 2025
Carlton’s La Mama Theatre will regrettably draw the curtain on all productions in 2025 as the beloved independent institution grapples with the aftermath of devastating funding cuts.
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Carlton welcomes Gertrude Grocer
The latest addition to the neighborhood is Gertrude Grocer, operated by a dedicated team offering locally sourced, high-quality goods to the Carlton community.
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Memorial garden could be named a public highway, concerning its founder
A small Carlton community garden that has served for 35 years as a memorial to the massacres of the Wurundjeri people could be declared a “public highway”, potentially putting its future in jeopardy.
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Call to crack down on private e-scooters at the Fitzroy Gardens
The East Melbourne Group (EMG) has raised concerns of private e-scooters zipping through the Fitzroy Gardens, endangering unsuspecting pedestrians.
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The Greens preselect lead City of Melbourne candidates
The Greens have preselected current councillor and Carlton resident Dr Olivia Ball as its lead candidate ahead of the City of Melbourne elections in October, with West Melbourne resident Karl Hessian revealed as its second candidate on the ballot.
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Hullaballoo of Harmony: Carlton embraces diversity on Harmony Day
Harmony Day made a triumphant return to Carlton Primary School on March 23, uniting the community in a multicultural celebration.
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Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show blooms with success
The 2024 Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show (MIFGS) presented by Scotts took over Carlton Gardens and the Royal Exhibition Building from March 20 to 24, showcasing some of the world’s best garden and floral designs.
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Farewell Michael Caine and Glenda Jackson
Two legends of cinema are bid farewell in Oliver Parker’s film, The Great Escaper.
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Affordable housing and the state election
Carlton Inc.’s Easter Egg Hunt returns to Lygon St
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