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Why volunteering matters – especially here in Docklands

Why volunteering matters – especially here in Docklands

April 30th, 2025 - Community Liaison

Docklands is more than waterfront views and iconic buildings, it’s a growing community with a heartbeat powered by people.

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Community and stakeholder forum report at Docklands library on March 25

April 30th, 2025 - Jackie Watts

Triggered by alarm at Development Victoria’s intention to evict the heritage fleet from North Wharf, Melbourne Maritime Heritage Network (MMHN) convened a forum to enable the community and maritime heritage stakeholders to discuss the impacts.

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Overdue levies are reaching tipping point

April 30th, 2025 - Tom Bacon

During the COVID pandemic, the Victorian Government introduced certain legislation that would have the effect of providing relief to those who could not pay their debts on time.

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Toxic clouds: unveiling the persistent dangers of tobacco and vaping

April 30th, 2025 - Dr Mike Edgley

In an era where health consciousness is increasingly prevalent, the enduring menace of tobacco consumption and the burgeoning popularity of vaping continue to cast a dark shadow over public health.

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Financial shake-up for owners’ corporations

April 30th, 2025 - Dr Janette Corcoran

Following an announcement by Minister for Consumer Affairs Nick Staikos, significant changes are coming for Victorian owners’ corporations (OCs) — and they may have far-reaching impacts on financial management.

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Strata committee training: necessity or burden?

April 2nd, 2025 - Dr Janette Corcoran

Owners’ corporation (OC) committees play a vital role in managing our residential buildings. Yet these annually elected volunteers often face wide-spread criticism ranging from accusations of misunderstanding complex strata regulations to internal dysfunction, to explicit conflicts of interest.

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New legislation to protect owners’ corporations and homeowners slammed by builders’ association

April 2nd, 2025 - Tom Bacon

In a move that would surprise no-one at all, both the Master Builders Victoria (MBV) and Housing Industry Association (HIA) have issued a united rejection of the Victorian Government’s proposed new building dispute resolution legislation, describing it as “unfair and unworkable”.

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Join us on April 3

April 2nd, 2025 - Community Liaison

Our next Community3008 Inc. meeting will be held on Wednesday, April 3. Doors open at 6pm for a 6.30pm start at Library at the Dock.

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How to stay health-conscious this Easter

April 2nd, 2025 - Dr Mike Edgley

Easter is a time of celebration, but it often comes with an overload of chocolate and high-calorie treats. While occasional indulgences are part of a balanced lifestyle, mindful eating can help you enjoy the festivities without negatively impacting your health.

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April at The Cauldron “all about the bunnies!”

April 2nd, 2025 - Lauren Nicholas

As we start to fill up our craft teaching lessons this month, we will have a focus on fun rabbit and Easter themes.

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