Council

TWiSK looks at the sorry record of local tram accessibility.

More frequent buses? Safer cycling? More accessible tram stops? A fair go for pedestrians? Fewer potholes? Cheaper PT? This pre-election forum will put your transport questions to local MPs.

Cr Serge Thomann responds to last week’s opinion story about the state of music in St Kilda. A big music fan himself, he’s determined to bang the drum for local talent.

Council is poised to sacrifice two highly rated council-run childcare centres despite receiving $16.5 million in state government grants to redevelop children’s facilities. TWiSK reports on the chaos, uncertainty and data double-speak behind the plan.

St Kilda Park Primary has great kids, dedicated teachers and committed parents. What it lacks is a decent indoor space, modern classrooms and toilets fit for today’s students. TWiSK reports on a school community tired of waiting for the basics.

Lake ALIVE! is putting Albert Park on the election agenda with a $125 million rescue plan to address years of neglect and restore the park’s ageing paths, lake edges and public spaces.

A TAC-funded safe travel plan has passed council after COVID-era road works, public mistrust and a disputed petition reignited debate. TWiSK reports on the bumpy ride to zero.

Dr John A. Martino sounds the alarm on St Kilda’s fading live music scene, asking why council remains silent while venues struggle. Read before the music dies.

TWiSK can reveal that families at another council-run childcare centre were displaced without consultation last year – raising fresh questions as Coventry Children’s Centre parents prepare for a crisis meeting with council on Tuesday over their own looming eviction.

Peter Logan, president and spokesperson for Save Albert Park Inc., responds to Liberal Shadow Minister for the Environment Nick McGowan’s recent comments in TWiSK on Albert Park.