Updated draft of Royal Park Master Plan released

The new draft plan comes amid the Victorian Liberal Party’s renewed push to revive the East West Link, which has previously been met with strong pushback from Royal Park advocacy groups.

Why the Greens are pushing for affordable housing in the City of Melbourne

Parkville residents concerned about new “Skyrail” impact

To make way for Melbourne’s new “Skyrail”, a number of level crossings will be removed, and two new stations will be built in the city’s inner north.

Public housing residents class action trial: where things are at

Jeannie Erceg knows what it’s like to be told she must leave her home at short notice.

“A work in progress”: Community to have its say on Royal Park Master Plan 

City of Melbourne councillors voted in favour of endorsing the draft Royal Park Master Plan for community consultation at their September 10 Future Melbourne Committee (FMC) meeting. 

Council seeks community input on the East Melbourne Heritage Review

The City of Melbourne has launched the first heritage review of East Melbourne in more than 20 years, with consultation still open until September 6. 

Council clears the way for demolition of light towers at Crawford Oval

The removal of all four lights will mark the first step of the City of Melbourne’s Crawford Oval Sports Field Renewal project in Princes Park. 

Inner-city locals tell council: housing, green spaces and public transport are key

Housing affordability, homelessness services, a need for more green and open spaces, and better roads and transport options have topped a City of Melbourne survey as the community’s top priorities.

Carlton’s public housing residents brace for rent increases 

Carlton public housing residents have raised concerns about looming rent increases due to come into effect from August 18, questioning how the adjustments align with market values given the substandard condition of many units.