Latest articles by Brendan Rees
Works plough ahead to remove Central Pier’s historic western tip
Works have begun to rip up the western tip of Central Pier in Docklands following its rapid deterioration – but the move has divided public opinion over the pier’s future.
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Grand plans revealed for new home for Star as parties move closer to clinching sale
Multiple Australian groups have thrown their hats in the ring to snap up the iconic Melbourne Star Observation Wheel – along with bold plans seeking to create a new home for the tourist attraction.
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City of Melbourne calls for financial help for businesses
The City of Melbourne will call on the state and federal government to throw money at businesses as the impacts of the Omicron outbreak continue to bite.
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Omicron wave leaves businesses fighting for survival
Hospitality owners in Docklands say they are grappling with the COVID-19 Omicron variant which sparked a shortage of workers and lockdown-like conditions, which has kept consumers at home.
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Drone show takes off as Celestial sets its sights as an “ongoing attraction”
The British firm behind the spectacular drone show in Docklands could have a permanent presence in the precinct, with its co-founder Tony Martin admitting he had been “amazed” by its sights and surrounds.
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Joy in making a difference sees Docklands stalwart awarded prestigious honour
Former chair of Docklands’ Think Pink Foundation, Ron Smith, has been awarded an Order of Australia Medal (OAM) in the Australia Day honours list.
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Dragon boat festival set to activate precinct as celebrations return for Lunar New Year
Following the highly successful drone show in Docklands, the precinct is preparing for its next much-needed economic boost with the Chinese New Year dragon boat festival set to make a grand return.
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Alma back in the water but “long way” to go with $30K needed for restoration
After marking a victorious return to the water, it’s all hands-on deck again for a group of devoted volunteers working to restore the historic Alma Doepel tall ship.
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Docklands Skyfarm revealed
In a Victorian first, a large section of a 2000sqm rooftop car park in the heart of Docklands has been transformed into a thriving urban farm, with works continuing over the next 12 months on this new rooftop city oasis.
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Charity dog walk bound to get tails wagging
Pooches and their carers are invited to a five-kilometre walk around Docklands in support of a community-based animal welfare organisation.
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Docklands residents menaced by hoons tearing up the neighbourhood
Docklands residents fed up with hoons terrorising their neighbourhood with dangerous late-night driving and burnouts are calling on authorities to act.
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Melbourne Money doesn’t quite hit the mark for small cafes
Cafés and small eateries in Docklands feel they have missed out on the benefits of the popular Melbourne Money scheme after reporting the minimum $50 spend was too high.
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Residents invited to have their say on proposed flood overlays
The community is being invited to provide feedback on a proposed planning amendment until November 29, which revises the City of Melbourne’s flooding overlays.
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“Docklands won’t ever be the same”
The head of Docklands' business group has boldly declared that "Docklands won't ever be the same" as businesses are left reeling in the wake of the state's devastating fourth lockdown.
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