Australians reject fanciness. This is just what we’ve been known for. From our “she’ll be right” lackadaisical nature to our tall poppy syndrome, our utter lack of ceremony is part of our country’s ...

Incumbent Lord Mayor Nick Reece has revealed the full list of names of those he’s taking to the City of Melbourne elections, who he said had “the experience and energy” required to serve the people of ...

Lord Mayoral hopeful Cr Jamal Hakim has launched his team’s plan to revitalise Melbourne’s CBD through a suite of policies that revive the city’s creative sector and “tactical” greening initiatives.

Amid Sydney residents' current fight against hospitality giant Merivale’s plans to build an entertainment precinct similar to what Merivale proposes for Melbourne, questions remain over the City of ...

Property developer Mirvac has reportedly been awarded a contract to develop a contentious site known as Treasury Square at the CBD’s edge.

When the founder of CBD-based Planning & Property Partners (PPP) Mark Naughton decided to leave the familiarity and safety of a multinational law firm to start his own practice, he was presented with ...

North Melbourne resident and state government public servant Asako Saito is hoping to become the first Japanese councillor to serve the City of Melbourne if elected at October’s elections.

By Dr Cheryl Griffin (With apologies to Manfred Mann) A horsewoman stopping to pose for a photo opportunity is not something you’d expect to see in the centre of Melbourne, even in 1929 when this ...

In the heart of the CBD, a new hospitality venue has quickly earned the title of a true “hidden gem”. Opened just two months ago, Mill Place Merchants has brought a classic speakeasy charm to its ...

In April 2024, Residents 3000’s monthly forum investigated the issue of litter, waste, and recycling in the city. There are still some issues to be addressed.

Melbourne CBD’s property market has been performing well over the past year, however the types of properties that are selling reflect a shift in the demographics looking to buy.

Community members have expressed disappointment over the state government’s decision to reject a supervised drug injection room in the CBD while others, including traders, say it has been met with ...