Latest articles by David Schout
“It’s time for a public review”: Push for election overhaul
City of Melbourne councillors have urged the state government to begin a review into the council’s “unique” electoral system by next year, in time for the 2024 election.
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Council seeks Greenline feedback
The City of Melbourne has asked for public feedback on the proposed $300 million Greenline project along the Yarra River’s Northbank.
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Councillor’s federal politics bid could pave way for city first
City of Melbourne Cr Roshena Campbell has begun a bid to enter Federal Parliament, in a move that could see her replaced by Town Hall’s first ever indigenous councillor.
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The smell of Vegemite recognised for heritage value
Drivers passing over the Westgate Bridge will know the aroma well.
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Vacant shopfronts to be revived in Docklands
A host of empty Docklands shopfronts are set to be transformed into space for artists, artisans and entrepreneurs.
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“You’re never, ever going to get bored”; Greens councillor
Elected in 2012 at the age of just 27, Greens councillor Rohan Leppert is a Town Hall veteran of sorts. But he admits that in his third term, the role is harder than ever.
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Auskick to launch in Docklands
Docklands Sports Club (DSC) is set to launch its first ever Auskick program, in conjunction with North Melbourne Football Club.
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New name, principal announced for Fishermans Bend school
Experienced educator Anne Stout has been appointment foundation principal of the newly-named Port Melbourne Secondary College, set to open in 2022.
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Call for expanded ferry network
Ferries could play a more prominent role in Melbourne's tourism and transport network after a forum hosted in Docklands brought together "key players" from the city's waterways.
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Build-to-rent towers next to stadium get council backing
A proposal for dual build-to-rent towers next to Marvel Stadium has been endorsed by the City of Melbourne.
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Greenline to “transform” Melbourne and Docklands
A four-kilometre green trail along the Yarra would represent Melbourne's "biggest transformation" since the opening of Federation Square in 2002, according to Lord Mayor Sally Capp. So how will it improve Docklands?
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NewQuay’s first five-star hotel set to open
A five-star hotel in NewQuay is set to open on June 17 (pending COVID restrictions), becoming just the second highest-rating hotel in Docklands.
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“Took the plunge and never looked back”
NewQuay resident Sam Marasco is about to chalk up five years of Docklands living, and he said that the move had been a positive one.
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“Significant changes” in new plans for Waterfront City
Plans for a major development in the northernmost part of Docklands have been submitted to the state government with "significant changes" after pushback from the City of Melbourne last year.
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Council approves Marvel upgrade plans
The $225 million Marvel Stadium revamp has been given the City of Melbourne tick of approval, paving the way for works to begin in months.
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Fishermans Bend key in affordable housing blitz
Urban renewal in Fishermans Bend represents a "significant opportunity" to build large scale social and affordable housing in the next 10 years, according to the City of Melbourne.
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Appeal court backs decision on Lacrosse building
The builder of Docklands' Lacrosse building is not liable for a 2014 cladding-fuelled fire after the Victorian Court of Appeal upheld a landmark decision on the case.
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Bridge barrier due ‘‘mid-year’’
A permanent safety fence along La Trobe Street bridge will finally be installed in mid-2021.
Read MoreBig uptake in winter outdoor dining
Hundreds of restaurants and cafes will continue outdoor dining operations until June 30 after a huge uptake in offers from the City of Melbourne.
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Inaugural Docklands Gift a huge success
The first ever Docklands Gift has been run and won, to acclaim from all involved in the excit- ing afternoon on March 20.
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