Planning
Residents unhappy over “secretive” local West Gate Tunnel projects
A $100 million “transport and amenity program” (TAP) that was supposed to ease traffic impacts in Docklands and West Melbourne when the West Gate Tunnel opens is being used to finance projects in the CBD, outraging residents.
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Council renews calls for tram to Fishermans Bend
The City of Melbourne has once again stressed the urgent need for a tram connection to Fishermans Bend after endorsing its own position on the state government’s draft developer contributions plan for the urban renewal precinct.
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New landmark emerging on Footscray Rd
A brand-new bright green cycling and pedestrian veloway is growing before the eyes of Docklanders above Footscray Rd.
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New tram stop flagged to help improve safety around Docklands Primary School
Authorities are actively considering adding a new tram stop at the Footscray Rd terminus opposite Docklands Primary School to ease congestion at other nearby stops and improve accessibility to the school for families.
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Demolition of Central Pier progresses
The presence of an excavator alongside Central Pier in January came as a welcome sight for Docklanders, as Development Victoria (DV) ramps up its efforts to carefully remove the heritage-listed structure from Victoria Harbour.
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Building communities that thrive: Lendlease puts social impact first
Development giant Lendlease has carved a niche for itself in Docklands after delivering some large-scale projects over the past 20 years.
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Grand vision unveiled to revitalise Docklands waterfront under joint venture
New life could be breathed into the Docklands waterfront after a bold plan was announced to explore a “major new development opportunity” at Marvel Stadium and AFL House.
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Five tower development in Docklands gets green light from council
The City of Melbourne has given the all-clear for a five-storey tower development and pocket park next to Docklands Primary School, in what is touted as the “creation of a new and diverse neighbourhood”.
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New Development Victoria Minister shy on Docklands
The Minister for the newly created portfolio for Development Victoria Colin Brooks has snubbed an invite to share his vision for Docklands.
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Maritime Union of Australia supports call to create maritime experience centre at Central Pier
The Maritime Union of Australia’s (MUA) Victoria branch secretary Robert Lumsden has spoken of the critical importance in redeveloping Central Pier, saying it must capture the essence of maritime history while providing a vibrant space for everyone to enjoy.
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Auroras take to the harbour
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