Columns

Consumer watchdog sues Airbnb after thousands complain

June 29th, 2022 - Barbara Francis & Rus Littleson

The federal government’s consumer watchdog, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC), has instituted proceedings in the Federal Court against Airbnb for allegedly misleading consumers.

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Taking the plunge on owners’ corporation plumbing defect claims

June 29th, 2022 - Tom Bacon

Victorian consumers of plumbing services might be surprised to learn that they are protected by the most comprehensive statutory protections in Australia.

Big political changes

June 29th, 2022 - Keith Sutherland

There has been significant change politically since my last article with the Albanese Labor Government voted in with a huge vote for Teal Independents, a strong showing from The Greens and our federal MP for Macnamara Josh Burns pushed to retain his seat by local Greens candidate Steph Hodgins-May.

Still Sacred and Golden: A reminder of the true gold

June 29th, 2022 - Kaylah Joelle Baker

An exhibition focused on celebrating plants and cultural practices is being presented at the Koorie Heritage Trust, but while not blatantly obvious from first glance, the work actually explores deeper themes.

Your Melbourne Greens team continues (and grows by one!)

June 29th, 2022 - Ellen Sandell

I have some news: at the time of writing (early June), my baby is due in one week! And before I embark upon a short period of maternity leave, I wanted to “officially’ announce that I’m putting up my hand to continue as your state MP for Melbourne at the Victorian election in November.

Precinct Perspective

What no plan means for the Docklands brand

June 1st, 2022 - Julian Smith

Every Docklands resident, particularly property owners, should be concerned about the chronic lack of a statutory Docklands vision. One that’s supported by a formal mandated development plan and timetable, with judicious oversight. In the absence of that, there are major implications for our uniquely convenient, city-edge lifestyle.

The local singing praises on Docklands

June 1st, 2022 - Kaylah Joelle Baker

As a resident of Yarra’s Egde and member of the Open Door Singers, Jenny Cleal is making the most of her central location.

Congratulations to 300 cladding winners!

June 1st, 2022 - Barbara Francis & Rus Littleson

The latest figures from Cladding Safety Victoria (CSV) website show that about 35 per cent of cladding-affected apartment buildings have been selected for financial assistance for remediation works. Only “extreme risk” or “high risk” buildings qualify for state government funding.