David Allen

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Olympic star power and Master Chefs for Gluten Free expo

April 10th, 2025 - David Allen

A delectable array of culinary and nutritional experts is set to headline a unique foodie event at Moonee Valley Racecourse this May, and you can be sure that everything will be gluten free.

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Floating nightclub ATET back for one-off extravaganza

December 9th, 2024 - David Allen

Tickets for a one-night revival of Docklands’ infamous floating nightclub ATET sold out within five minutes of going on sale.

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Ambitious plans for Docklands’ new monthly farmers’ market

November 27th, 2024 - David Allen

Seafood stalls, water taxis, live music, community events and fresh produce from across Victoria are planned for Docklands’ new monthly farmers’ market.

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Docklands Sunday Market calls time after ten years

November 27th, 2024 - David Allen

Docklands Sunday Markets will wrap up after ten years of serving the local community.

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Central Pier update: Shed Nine to go this year, Esplanade disruptions ongoing

November 27th, 2024 - David Allen

The realignment of services along Harbour Esplanade affected by the removal of Central Pier will not be complete until well into next year, a state government agency says.

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Bourke St protest may seek higher profile address amid local concerns

October 2nd, 2024 - David Allen

An ongoing protest on Bourke St in Docklands has crushed foot traffic and alienated visitors, local business owners say.

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Another 100 years of life in recycled Docklands wharf timbers

August 29th, 2024 - David Allen

Timber, concrete, steel and bricks from Docklands’ historic North Wharf and Central Pier are finding a new lease on life as recycled building materials for local projects.

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Locals tell council: bring Docklands together and boost business

August 28th, 2024 - David Allen

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.

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Committee for Melbourne backs Docklands’ “killer” freight bridge

August 28th, 2024 - David Allen

The Committee of Melbourne has defended its decision to back a controversial freight rail bridge that threatens to choke access to Victoria Harbour in Docklands, saying it would minimise local road congestion and carbon emissions.

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TV thriller brings star power to Docklands Studios

August 28th, 2024 - David Allen

Melburnians can expect to see film crews about town in the weeks ahead as work begins on a new TV thriller All Her Fault starring Sarah Snook.

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Protestors set up camp outside Home Affairs in Docklands

August 7th, 2024 - David Allen

Protestors have been stopped in their attempts to set up tents outside the Department of Home Affairs office on Bourke St in Docklands as they brave freezing temperatures.

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Dreamskape has arrived in Docklands

July 31st, 2024 - David Allen

Most people are familiar with virtual reality (VR), but augmented reality (AR) may be an entirely new concept.

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Docklands’ hidden photo gallery

July 31st, 2024 - David Allen

In the heart of Docklands, tucked away above the Nixon Hotel off Batmans Hill Drive is a unique photo gallery.

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EPA moves to Docklands

July 31st, 2024 - David Allen

Docklands has become the new home of Victoria’s Environmental Protection Authority (EPA).

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