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Preventing rubbish entering Victoria Harbour: it can and should be done
Momentum is building from concerned public and the broader business community to prevent rubbish from entering Victoria Harbour.
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Docklands octopus mural removed as North Wharf redevelopment progresses
Docklands’ much-loved octopus mural at North Wharf has now been removed as part of the redevelopment of the wharf, ending the run of one of the precinct’s more distinctive pieces of public art.
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Councillors back major Lorimer St project in huge vote of confidence in Fishermans Bend
A major new mixed-use development, including more than 1000 new homes, a park, supermarket and “arts hub” in the Lorimer precinct in Docklands has won unanimous backing from City of Melbourne councillors.
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Docklands chef builds on family legacy with Latin steakhouse success
A Docklands chef with deep Colombian roots is carving out a name for himself in Melbourne’s hospitality scene, with his Latin-inspired steakhouse earning growing recognition less than a year after opening.
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Theo Walcott and Premier League trophy thrill Docklands youngsters
Docklands Athletic FC enjoyed one of its biggest moments yet in March, hosting Arsenal legend Theo Walcott and the Premier League trophy after winning a national competition run by broadcaster Stan.
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Momentum building for Harbour Esplanade revitalisation project
Progress! The Maritime Museum Heritage Network (MMHN) in collaboration with CBRE has proceeded to the next stage of assessment for the Harbour Esplanade Revitalisation Project.
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Community 3008 – capturing the views of the Docklands community
Retaining Victoria Harbour as an open waterway, expanding the floating wetlands on the Yarra River, reflecting Docklands’ maritime history and greening Docklands were some of the key themes emerging from recent Community 3008 community consultation.
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Apartment sustainability: turning attention into action
Last month, this column highlighted the Victorian Parliamentary Inquiry into Renewable and Affordable Energy for Apartments. Since then, Owners’ Corporation Network (OCN), drawing on its submission, appeared before the Inquiry.
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Victoria’s Building and Plumbing Commission set to get a new stronger set of teeth
In past columns, I have been critical of the newly renamed and reforged Victorian Building & Plumbing Commission (BPC).
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Mental health support returns to Docklands: new specialist joins local health hub
For many residents and professionals in Melbourne’s waterfront district, the departure of a long-standing healthcare provider often leaves a gap that is hard to bridge.
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