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Yarra’s Edge tram bridge outrage
The State Government faces opposition from the Yarra’s Edge community over a proposal to build a tram bridge connecting Docklands with Fishermans Bend.
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On ya bike
The annual Victoria Harbour Ride2Work Community Breakfast is on again this month, encouraging workers to take a healthy and environmentally-friendly route to work.
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Busters’ day out
Local dragon boat team the DAM Busters are holding a “come and try” day this month.
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Celebrity spoodle
Dockland local Lily isn’t afraid of the spotlight, as her very own Facebook page would suggest.
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This is the most amazing time.
It’s that time at the very beginning, when you are full of anticipation. It’s that time when anything feels possible, when the future looks amazing, when you believe that everything you’ve dreamt of could be achieved.
Read MoreAugust has not been quiet in the Docklands community.
The Chamber of Commerce Fireworks Cruise was a great success, despite the disappointing cancellation of the fireworks.
Read MoreEmerging designers showcased in Docklands
Emerging designers showcased in Docklands
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Docklands’ own Blinky Bill
Last month ‘Docklands News’ received a tip-off that a koala had made its home in one of the trees along Pearl River Road.
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Building our ethical communities
The North Wharf is home to a number of major corporations, small business owners and over 700 residents and amid the dynamics of all of these activities sits the tranquil Mission to Seafarers building that was purpose built in 1917 to create a home away from home for visiting seafarers.
Read MoreArt appreciation
Scientists have developed a new model that is able to measure a person’s appreciation of art.
Read MoreDeals won’t be revealed
The City of Melbourne is pushing for the public disclosure of Docklands developer agreements but they are unlikely to be revealed.
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Community precinct underway
The $63 million Victoria Harbour community precinct is taking shape, with the last piece of timber placed on the library last month, marking its structural completion.
Read MoreLend Lease has success in court
The State Government may have to repay over $2.4 million to Lend Lease after the Victoria Harbour developer successfully appealed the way the State Revenue Office calculates stamp duty.
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Some wheely good news
The first of the Melbourne Star Observation Wheel cabins was installed last month, prompting hope that news of an opening date might not be far away.
Read MoreTake your place at the table
The Docklands Networking Lunch is fast approaching so you had better get in quick if you want to secure a seat.
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Fashion revolution hits the piazza
A new social enterprise in the NewQuay Piazza will offer pre-loved designer clothes at discount prices while helping young people break the cycle of long-term unemployment.
Read MoreTwo schools are better than none
Docklands may get its own public primary school as well as a privately-operated one.
Read MoreChamber AGM next month
The Docklands Chamber of Commerce is likely to hold its annual general meeting on Wednesday, October 30.
Read MoreDocklands is an electoral challenge
Federal election candidates for the seat of Melbourne say campaigning in Docklands is more difficult than in other areas in the electorate.
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