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New Docklands Twilight Market to help disadvantaged youth
A new twilight market will launch in Docklands on Saturday, February 19.
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City of Melbourne calls for financial help for businesses
The City of Melbourne will call on the state and federal government to throw money at businesses as the impacts of the Omicron outbreak continue to bite.
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Locals left in the dark over path closure
Local residents and community groups are demanding answers about the long-standing closure of the shared path along the Moonee Ponds Creek in Docklands, despite previous confirmation from the Victorian Government it would remain accessible to the public.
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Omicron wave leaves businesses fighting for survival
Hospitality owners in Docklands say they are grappling with the COVID-19 Omicron variant which sparked a shortage of workers and lockdown-like conditions, which has kept consumers at home.
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Drone show takes off as Celestial sets its sights as an “ongoing attraction”
The British firm behind the spectacular drone show in Docklands could have a permanent presence in the precinct, with its co-founder Tony Martin admitting he had been “amazed” by its sights and surrounds.
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Buskers and entertainers seen roaming and livening up Docklands
After a long break from the world of busking, Docklands resident Kyle Tricarico is making the most of Melbourne’s waived busking permit fees to help bring some life back to NewQuay Promenade.
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Joy in making a difference sees Docklands stalwart awarded prestigious honour
Former chair of Docklands’ Think Pink Foundation, Ron Smith, has been awarded an Order of Australia Medal (OAM) in the Australia Day honours list.
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E-scooters have launched
Hundreds of electric scooters will be available to hire across Docklands and nearby surrounds from February 1 as the City of Melbourne confirmed details of a long-awaited hire scheme.
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Dragon boat festival set to activate precinct as celebrations return for Lunar New Year
Following the highly successful drone show in Docklands, the precinct is preparing for its next much-needed economic boost with the Chinese New Year dragon boat festival set to make a grand return.
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Alma back in the water but “long way” to go with $30K needed for restoration
After marking a victorious return to the water, it’s all hands-on deck again for a group of devoted volunteers working to restore the historic Alma Doepel tall ship.
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How to look after your lungs in polluted air
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