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Thinking big, acting local
For second term councillor and Deputy Lord Mayor Nicholas Reece, the ability to deliver on big ambitions at a community level is what inspires him most about working in local government.
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There is much happening
Firstly, the Mirvac 43-storey Voyager complex is being completed and residents have started moving in, with 82 per cent of the building already sold.
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Maritime vision for Central Pier revealed
A new Maritime Experiential Centre, dubbed the “maritime ACMI”, has been mooted as a permanent activation for a transformed Central Pier.
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Speed zones drop outside Docklands Primary School
The speed limit along a busy road near Docklands Primary School has been slashed and a 40km/h speed zone introduced after the school community lobbied for improved safety.
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Plans revised for Docklands’ tallest apartment tower
Developer Mirvac has re-submitted plans for a 45-storey apartment tower at Yarra’s Edge, in what is set to become Docklands’ highest residential building.
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Residents invited to have their say on proposed flood overlays
The community is being invited to provide feedback on a proposed planning amendment until November 29, which revises the City of Melbourne’s flooding overlays.
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Iconic Melbourne Star could turn again as rescue buy is sought
Just weeks after being destined for the scrap heap, Docklands’ much-loved Melbourne Star Observation Wheel could shine bright again with multiple parties expressing interest in buying the landmark structure.
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Mr Premier ... 12 questions
With a proposed low freight bridge still threatening to choke Docklands out of existence, Docklands News cartoonist Michael Lindell poses 12 questions to Premier Daniel Andrews in a bid to seek some real answers.
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Historic Alma Doepel makes victorious return to water
After 10 arduous years of restoration, Docklands’ favourite historic tall ship, the Alma Doepel, is finally back on the water.
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Barge bar set for summer launch
The launch of a twin-deck floating bar in Docklands could be just months away, with on-site construction set to begin soon.
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Government ignores Airbnb stabbing death
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