Planning

The Melbourne Star Observation Wheel may soon “spin” again in Docklands

The Melbourne Star Observation Wheel may soon “spin” again in Docklands

October 2nd, 2024 - Sean Car

With September marking three years since the Melbourne Star Observation Wheel was permanently closed, hopes are alive that an “interested party” may soon have it spinning once again.

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“Staggeringly different”: council advises against proposal for Docklands “utopia”

October 2nd, 2024 - Sabrina Caires

City of Melbourne councillors say that a new proposal for a Harbour Esplanade site was significantly at variance to the original development plan, and that it failed to meet community needs.

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What each Lord Mayoral candidate has in store for Docklands

October 2nd, 2024 - Jon Fleetwood

With the City of Melbourne election month now under way, each Lord Mayoral candidate has laid out their plan for Docklands and how they will continue to bring life to the area if elected for the next term. 

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Voices for Melbourne to fight for a new high school in Docklands

October 2nd, 2024 - Sean Car

Lord Mayoral candidate Greg Bisinella, who is leading the resident-led campaign Voices for Melbourne, said his team was advocating for a new high school in Docklands to cater to the growing number of families living in the area.

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Team Reece’s grand plan for Melbourne’s own Little India and a revitalised Chinatown

October 2nd, 2024 - Jon Fleetwood

Lord Mayor Nick Reece will create a multi-million-dollar package to establish a Little India precinct and invest in the city’s already flourishing Chinatown if he is re-elected in October.

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“From greening to governance”: Jamal Hakim’s “comprehensive vision” for Docklands

October 2nd, 2024 - Sean Car

Docklands resident, Lord Mayoral candidate and current councillor Jamal Hakim has outlined his agenda for postcode 3008 should he be elected following October’s City of Melbourne local government elections. 

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Bourke St protest may seek higher profile address amid local concerns

October 2nd, 2024 - David Allen

An ongoing protest on Bourke St in Docklands has crushed foot traffic and alienated visitors, local business owners say.

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The former police officer pushing for greater transparency at Town Hall

October 2nd, 2024 - Jon Fleetwood

From living on the streets to working as a cop, Kyrstle Mitchell has been through a lot within the City of Melbourne, and she is now throwing her hat in the ring to be a councillor.

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Home Docklands launches 676 new build-to-rent apartments

October 2nd, 2024 - Georgie Atkins

Australian build-to-tent (BTR) provider Home has launched its latest project, Home Docklands, which aims to redefine urban living standards.

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Collins Square capsule celebrates 30 years of Melbourne fashion

October 2nd, 2024 - Georgie Atkins

Melbourne Fashion Week (M/FW) is set to return from October 21 to 27, marking its 30th anniversary by spotlighting the city’s vibrant fashion community.

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