Councillors have voted to proceed with controversial amendments to local laws covering encampments. Facing a packed public gallery and after heated questioning of officers, the final vote was 5 for, 3 against and 1 abstaining. TWiSK reports.

Budget season can feel like a blur of big numbers and bigger promises, so it is always worth asking what it means close to home. TWiSK looks at what the State budget is set to deliver for St Kilda and nearby suburbs.

Council has released its draft budget for consultation, with public feedback open until 29 May. For Lakeside Ward, the verdict is brutal: the budget offers next to nothing in 2026/27.

Cr Serge Thomann is proposing that a dream team of local architects help pro bono to develop creative ideas infused with local understanding to inspire the next decisions about the fabled Vineyard.

MQFF presents an intimate community screening of landmark film, Jimpa, followed by an exclusive live virtual Q&A with Olivia Colman, Kate Box, Aud Mason-Hyde and Sophie Hyde. Pride Centre. Wednesday.

A night of storytelling, musicianship and authentic songs with Shane Howard, Sara Storer & Shane Nicholson. Memo. Thursday.

Nichaud Fitzgibbon is celebrating 45 years in the industry and a significant birthday by paying a special homage to the amazing Renee Geyer. Friday. Memo.