Has the government stopped caring about Fishermans Bend?

Has the government stopped caring about Fishermans Bend?

It is a provocative question, but after more than a decade of delay, drift and diminished ambition, it is one the state government should be prepared to answer honestly.

Business

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Saluministi celebrates 10 years in Docklands

July 20th, 2026 - Sean Car

A much-loved Docklands institution is celebrating 10 years in the best way it knows how – by serving up its signature porchetta panino at 2016 prices.

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From one café client to 60 brands: The growth of Born Social

From one café client to 60 brands: The growth of Born Social

July 3rd, 2026 - Sean Car

When Janelle Warner launched Born Social in 2017, she wasn't thinking about international expansion, offices in New York or managing a team of more than 20 people.

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TAP831: Docklands’ local

June 30th, 2026 - Chris Jackson

Tucked away on the corner of Merchant St and 831 Bourke St, TAP831 is something of a rare find in Docklands – a welcoming pub and restaurant that has built a loyal following among the local business community while also becoming a favourite stop before a game or concert at Marvel Stadium.

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Century 21 City Dock opens in NewQuay

June 30th, 2026 - Sean Car

A new real estate agency has opened its doors in Docklands, with Century 21 City Dock establishing a street-front office on Caravel Lane in NewQuay.

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New Docklands law firm ASKY opens with community focus and global outlook

New Docklands law firm ASKY opens with community focus and global outlook

June 2nd, 2026 - Sean Car

Docklands has welcomed a new legal practice to the precinct, with ASKY International Lawyers opening its doors and positioning itself as a firm focused on accessibility, multicultural understanding and long-term community connection.

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Saluministi celebrates 10 years in Docklands

July 20th, 2026 - Sean Car
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From one café client to 60 brands: The growth of Born Social

July 3rd, 2026 - Sean Car
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TAP831: Docklands’ local

June 30th, 2026 - Chris Jackson
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Century 21 City Dock opens in NewQuay

June 30th, 2026 - Sean Car
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New Docklands law firm ASKY opens with community focus and global outlook

June 2nd, 2026 - Sean Car

Columns

Successful Community 3008 Forum

Successful Community 3008 Forum

August 4th, 2026 - Peter Lardner

Community 3008 conducted another successful forum in July with many residents attending. They got to discuss concerns and ideas with representatives from Development Victoria, City of Melbourne, Parks Victoria, the AFL and Friends of Moonee Ponds Creek.

Local News

Melbourne Star lights up Docklands again

Melbourne Star lights up Docklands again

August 4th, 2026 - Sean Car

After nearly five years in the dark, the Melbourne Star has lit up the Docklands skyline once again, marking a symbolic milestone in the long-awaited return of one of Melbourne’s most recognisable landmarks.

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Farewell Docklands News – where it all began

Farewell Docklands News – where it all began

August 4th, 2026 - Sean Car

After more than two decades documenting the rise, setbacks and stubborn spirit of Melbourne’s waterfront suburb, Docklands News is signing off – but its voice will continue through The Melburnian.

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Meals with Impact launches free Docklands food market

Meals with Impact launches free Docklands food market

August 4th, 2026 - Jenny Denton

Docklands café and catering social enterprise Meals with Impact is launching a new initiative to help tackle food insecurity in the neighbourhood and beyond.

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Firelight shines despite promenade closure

August 4th, 2026 - Sean Car

Docklands has again enjoyed one of its biggest weekends of the year, with the City of Melbourne’s annual Firelight Festival drawing around 100,000 people to the waterfront despite long-term closures along Victoria Harbour Promenade.

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Another fun Docklands Primary School Athletics Day

August 4th, 2026

Recently, Docklands Primary School had an Athletics Day at Ron Barassi Snr Park. It was an extremely fun day for the Grade 4s, 5s, and 6s. 

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Melbourne Star lights up Docklands again

August 4th, 2026 - Sean Car
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Farewell Docklands News – where it all began

August 4th, 2026 - Sean Car
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Meals with Impact launches free Docklands food market

August 4th, 2026 - Jenny Denton
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Firelight shines despite promenade closure

August 4th, 2026 - Sean Car
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Another fun Docklands Primary School Athletics Day

August 4th, 2026
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