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Farewell to the fleet: Docklands loses its last living links to a maritime past
The quiet departure of Docklands’ heritage fleet marks the end of a long and dispiriting chapter for Victoria Harbour, and a moment that demands reflection on how Melbourne’s waterfront has been shaped, and what has been lost along the way.
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The Australian Padel Open returns to Game4Padel in Docklands
Game4Padel on Lorimer St in Docklands has hosted the FIP Silver Australian Padel Open – a major sporting event for padel players.
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New pump track fuels Melbourne’s growing cycling network
A hidden jumps and pump track underneath CityLink as part of the new West Gate Tunnel Project off Footscray Rd in Docklands is supporting the next generation of riders.
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Celebrate Lunar New Year at Collins Square
Experience the most spectacular Lion and Dragon dance in Docklands.
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Little rituals to make 2026 more magic
Big new year resolutions have a funny old habit of collapsing by mid-January.
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International Padel stars return to Docklands as Yarra’s Edge prepares for summer tournament
Docklands will once again take centre stage in January as Game4Padel hosts a major international tournament under the Bolte Bridge, bringing world-class competition and a fresh wave of activity to Yarra’s Edge ahead of the Australian Open.
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Severe heatwave to hit Docklands: locals urged to seek out cool refuges
Docklands is preparing for a dangerous burst of extreme heat this week, with the Victorian Chief Health Officer issuing a heat health warning from Wednesday, January 7 to Friday, January 9.
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Exclusion zones set for Victoria Harbour Promenade in Docklands on New Year’s Eve
Docklands residents and visitors are being advised to expect significant access restrictions along Victoria Harbour Promenade on New Year’s Eve, after safety assessments identified potential deterioration in piles supporting parts of the wharf.
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Work Christmas party etiquette: The dos and don’ts of appropriate attendance
Ah, the end-of-year holidays. Heralding the start of the “silly season”, warmer weather (unless you’re from Melbourne), and an abundance of fun and festivities, Christmas is truly the most wonderful time of the year.
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Flotilla to “Save Our Ships” as Docklands rallies for heritage fleet
Docklands will turn into a floating protest stage on Sunday, December 7, as supporters of Melbourne’s threatened maritime heritage fleet stage a major “Save Our Ships” day of action on Victoria Harbour.
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