Council backs landmark Docklands build-to-rent tower – but warns “the great Australian dream in Melbourne is dead”
The City of Melbourne has thrown its support behind a major build-to-rent (BTR) tower at the gateway to Docklands, endorsing plans for the prominent corner of Harbour Esplanade and La Trobe St to the state government with a suite of conditions.
VCAT ruling limits OCs’ ability to manage their buildings
Docklands Farmers Market pauses for November amid plans for new foreshore location
Business
Fresh look, same trusted care: Docklands Eyecare celebrates a decade in the community
After 10 years serving the growing Docklands community, local optometry clinic Docklands Eyecare has unveiled a fresh new name and identity – one that owner and principal optometrist Sue Callahan says reflects the practice’s deep commitment to the neighbourhood it calls home.
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What Aussie businesses need before building their website
Before you hire a designer or sign up for a DIY website builder, it’s worth slowing down for a minute. Rushing into a new business site without a few basics in place often leads to stress, additional costs, and a final product that doesn’t truly align with your goals.
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Pier 17 Bar and Grill brings fine-dining flair to Docklands waterfront
Docklands is set to welcome a new addition to its NewQuay Promenade, with Pier 17 Bar and Grill preparing to open its doors along the waterfront this December.
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Docklands to Portarlington ferry service extended for another two years
The popular Docklands to Portarlington ferry service has been given the green light to continue sailing for at least another two years.
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Sauna Boat brings floating wellness to Docklands
Docklands has welcomed a new waterfront attraction with the launch of Sauna Boat Melbourne, a floating sanctuary berthed in Victoria Harbour at NewQuay near Melbourne City Marina.
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Fresh look, same trusted care: Docklands Eyecare celebrates a decade in the community
Pier 17 Bar and Grill brings fine-dining flair to Docklands waterfront
Docklands to Portarlington ferry service extended for another two years
Columns
Community3008 AGM wrap up: Docklands charts its next chapter
Community3008 Inc. held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on November 27 at Library at the Dock, bringing residents, local stakeholders and supporters together to reflect on the year and look ahead to the future of our neighbourhood.
Twenty years on, Matt Fletcher reflects on the Docklands life he built
Time to get organised, apartment owners of Melbourne
Local News
Work Christmas party etiquette: The dos and don’ts of appropriate attendance
Ah, the end-of-year holidays. Heralding the start of the “silly season”, warmer weather (unless you’re from Melbourne), and an abundance of fun and festivities, Christmas is truly the most wonderful time of the year.
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Flotilla to “Save Our Ships” as Docklands rallies for heritage fleet
Docklands will turn into a floating protest stage on Sunday, December 7, as supporters of Melbourne’s threatened maritime heritage fleet stage a major “Save Our Ships” day of action on Victoria Harbour.
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Giant gummy bears take over The District Docklands in Melbourne’s sweetest festive installation yet
The District Docklands has unwrapped what is arguably Melbourne’s most playful Christmas activation this year, with a city-first experience transforming the precinct into a colourful, candy-scented holiday wonderland.
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What Docklands taught us this year: community is still our real advantage
As we close out the year, it’s tempting to measure progress through numbers. How many events were held, how many upgrades were completed, or how many new residents moved in.
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Collins Square lights up Docklands with festive cheer this December
Collins Square is set to become one of Docklands’ brightest festive destinations this month as it launches its Christmas program, A Season to Shine.
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Work Christmas party etiquette: The dos and don’ts of appropriate attendance
Flotilla to “Save Our Ships” as Docklands rallies for heritage fleet
Giant gummy bears take over The District Docklands in Melbourne’s sweetest festive installation yet
What Docklands taught us this year: community is still our real advantage
Melbourne’s largest Diwali celebration returns to Docklands
Could Yarra’s Edge become its own suburb?
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