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Election Pledges and Promises of Support
Pledges for local projects are flowing. Expect more as the countdown to a result in Macnamara rolls on.
Budget Brawl as Rates and Charges Rise
It may not be a surprise that rates are set to rise, but the draft budget contains a range of surprises and shocks. Prepare for a brawl that will challenge councillor unity.
Failed Marina dream cost ten years and $1.6M
Mayor Louise Crawford says an independent review is not required.
Next step in Carlisle Street supermarket stoush
Two supermarket giants are plotting big developments along Carlisle Street. Council is set to provide a community briefing in May.
Six candidates on the Macnamara ballot
The ALP is set to have an open ticket in a very close and unpredictable three-way contest.
Marina Plans Scuttled
After seven years of little or no progress on the massive marina site, the project has sunk without trace – except of course the cost to ratepayers.
The LED scoreboard is a winner
A much-anticipated LED scoreboard at the Peanut Farm now keeps spectators and players updated on the scores in vivid colour.
Vocal locals start young in St Kilda
Cars tooted, drivers waved, and kids chanted outside St Kilda Primary School last Monday in support of their call for a hall.
Introducing the TWiSK Rehearsal Space
Theatre Works now has a fully accessible backstage and rehearsal space.
Operation Lion – Fitzroy Street
A dozen people have been arrested in an operation targeting antisocial behaviour in St Kilda. Official Police Media statement 1 April 25