Latest articles by Docklands News
Ten things you don’t know about us
There are many things you probably didn’t know about the Mission and Seafarers, the work we do and those that we support … here are 10 of them!
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Ugly, but ferry reliable
While not the most stylish vessel with its boxy design, this ferry (photographed sometime before 1929) was vital in carrying various civilians and dock workers across the Yarra from Spencer St to South Melbourne for around 40 years.
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Celebrating National Reconciliation Week
The Koorie Heritage Trust is marking this year’s National Reconciliation Week by partnering with the National Gallery of Victoria.
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Renzo is a Docklands institution
Renzo Mammolito’s passion for Italian food stems from a very young age.
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Yes, yes, yes, Minister!
We have had three Ministers for Consumer Affairs since We Live Here started its advocacy role representing apartment owners and residents five years ago.
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Victoria Harbour’s hidden gems
Victoria Harbour's hidden gems
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Ferries are inspiring us!
The proposed VH08 Passenger Transfer Area on Harbour Esplanade is in search of a name!
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Baking the world a better place
When news of the COVID crisis in India reached Tamara D'Mello, she knew she couldn't stand by and do nothing; she knew the key to raising dough was through people's stomachs.
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Ribbons of Remembrance at Docklands Primary School
Students, parents, and teachers of Docklands Primary School have gathered in solidarity to remember friends and loved ones in India who have tragically lost their lives to coronavirus.
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Docklands the quay to restarting filming in Victoria
Hollywood drama came to Melbourne last month as scenes for NBC's La Brea began filming in NewQuay
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Reading room meets students
The District Docklands has partnered with Docklands Primary School, inviting students to decorate The Reading Room with fresh artworks in line with Education Week, with this year's theme "Building Connections".
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Council focus on food and organics waste
The City of Melbourne will roll out a new food and organics bin service in a bid to reduce the amount of waste heading to landfill.
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Celebrate “sticks-on-sticks” architecture
Due to the dire state of architectural standards of CBD commercial buildings, Melburnians need to shift gear, and instead of trying to find any buildings with any design standards, we should look for excellence in what Australian architects can do best … be derivative followers of fashion.
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Docklands is offered a primary school
Docklands has been offered a primary school, which could be open by the start of the 2013 school year.
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When the community comes together, great things happen
Calling all green thumbs in Docklands!
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Sore back? Consider a chiro
Is an exercise injury stopping you in your tracks? Maybe you’ve been practising some bad habits lately, or want to keep a healthy back?
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A gateway to the docks
If you were a cart or lorry driver delivering or picking up goods during the 1920s, this concrete gate adorned with the Melbourne Harbour Trust crest would be your last barrier before entering Victoria Dock.
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“Cash for cans” is finally coming to Victoria!
After more than 10 years of campaigning from the Greens and community groups, Victoria is finally about to introduce a “cash for cans” scheme! The final design of the scheme was announced in April and we’re really pleased.
Read MoreInsurance snub to short-stay risks
Insurance companies seem to have developed a distinct distaste for Airbnb and short-stays in general.
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The untold stories of Victoria Harbour and Central Pier
The past month has seen progress on a wide range of issues with great potential to enhance recognition of Victoria’s maritime heritage. At the same time, there is ongoing lack of clarity around future plans for Victoria Harbour and Central Pier and indications of some missed opportunities. In this column, we summarise some of the latest developments.
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