Edition - May 2014
Harbour Esplanade vision revealed
The development of Harbour Esplanade could see heritage sheds reinstated, a ferry terminal and a historic boat moored by Central Pier, according to a proposal released by Places Victoria this month.
08 May 2014
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Short-stay case returns to Building Appeals Board
A newly-appointed Building Appeals Board (BAB) panel will hear the Watergate short-stay case next month, with a decision expected in June.
08 May 2014
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Buluk Park or Dock Square?
The City of Melbourne is considering options for the name of a new public space in Docklands.
08 May 2014
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New library to open this month
Docklands’ first major community facility, the Library at the Dock, will open its doors to the public this month.
08 May 2014
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Recognition for historical collection
When a pile of dusty boxes were pulled from beneath the stage of the Mission to Seafarers in 2007, no-one could have imagined how historically significant their contents would be.
08 May 2014
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Tenants request mediation
As retailers continue to desert Harbour Town Shopping Centre, a number of past and present tenants have banded together to request mediation with landlord ING.
08 May 2014
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New start for Nandini
If you own a business in Docklands, then chances are you’ve met Nandini Bose.
08 May 2014
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White Night unlikely
White Night is unlikely to be extended into Docklands next year, with organisers estimating it would cost $500,000 to do so.
08 May 2014
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New tower for Yarra’s Edge
Mirvac is awaiting planning permit approval for a new residential tower at Yarra’s Edge.
08 May 2014
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Film shoot in Docklands
Hollywood will come to Docklands this month, when shooting for major film ‘The Moon and the Sun’ takes place at Melbourne City Marina onboard local heritage ship the Enterprize.
08 May 2014
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Plans for Western Gateway tourism service shelved
Docklands is likely to miss out on a potential tourism booster, with plans for a visitor service currently off the table.
08 May 2014
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Docklands police blitz
Police will be keeping an extra close eye on Docklands’ road users in May, with the launch of a month-long operation in the area.
08 May 2014
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Triumph for Team Tommy
Local worker Mathew Snape raised the second highest individual amount for the Run for the Kids appeal last month.
08 May 2014
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Community garden update
The Docklands Community Garden pavilion is now open to the public and is hoped to become a site for community activities.
08 May 2014
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Lunchbox news
The Hub will not be holding a lunchbox session this month as staff prepare to move operations to the Library at the Dock.
08 May 2014
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Pop-up soup kitchen arrives in Docklands
Docklands locals were treated to a gourmet soup lunch on April 16 thanks to top Melbourne restaurants and the Feed Melbourne Appeal.
08 May 2014
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Police complex ahead of schedule
Construction of the new Victoria Police complex in Docklands is ahead of schedule and the $230 million development is now past the halfway point.
08 May 2014
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Networking lunch fast approaching
Get in quick to secure your booking for the June Docklands Networking Lunch.
08 May 2014
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Sculpture provides a look into the past
Northbank Wharf has become home to a sculpture that will give the public a chance to travel back to the future.
08 May 2014
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Central Pier stabbing
The Easter long weekend got off to a bad start for one man in Docklands last month when he was allegedly stabbed in the head with a fork.
08 May 2014
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Here’s an interesting idea for Harbour Esplanade
Architectural firm Peddle Thorp Architects has come up with an interesting proposal for Harbour Esplanade.
08 May 2014
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Squirrels can swim
Docklands workers took part in a marathon 24-hour swimming event this month in order to raise funds for people living with multiple sclerosis.
08 May 2014
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Collision planned
Two boats are expected to collide in Victoria Harbour this month, but onlookers shouldn’t be too concerned as the collision is part of an emergency management exercise.
08 May 2014
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Morning coffee break
Harbour Esplanade glasshouse Hortus got an extra boost of visitors last month when NAB’s 800 Bourke St building was evacuated at around 10.30 am on April 24.
08 May 2014
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Explore Docklands’ history
Originally a wetlands, then a bustling port and now one of Melbourne’s residential and business centres, Docklands has certainly had a varied history.
08 May 2014
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Alma inspires artists
An art exhibition celebrating the historic Alma Doepel will be held in Docklands this month.
08 May 2014
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Boating - Sea Dog
Gary the Kelpie.
08 May 2014
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Paddlers compete
Dragon boaters from throughout the state converged on Victoria Harbour on April 6 to compete in the Victorian Dragon Boat Championships.
08 May 2014
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Boating - My Boat
For Wayne Perry, bringing his family’s boat to Docklands is a great way to escape and unwind.
08 May 2014
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Ice and Mustangs enjoy early success
Melbourne’s ice hockey sides have had a pleasing start to the 2014 AIHL season.
08 May 2014
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