News

Council wants more restrictions on jet skis
Jet ski riders have been seen showing off in St Kilda Harbour, endangering swimmers and penguins. Council wants stricter, clearer rules and more police enforcement.

Wall repair closes traffic lane
Canterbury Road wall fix could take six months severely disrupting traffic heading towards Fitzroy Street.

PCYC breakthrough, new acting volunteer CEO
TWiSK can report that there has been a massive change of heart by the PCYC Board and a dramatic change of management.

Seekers Way celebrates a junction of creativity
Council has renamed a small lane off Wellington Street near St Kilda Junction as Seeker’s Way in tribute to the folk group who achieved fame and became joint Australians of the Year in 1967. TWiSK reports on the junction’s many musical connections.

Local paths to parliament
The three-way battle to become the ALP candidate for the local state seat of Prahran will conclude this week. With just under 12 months before the next state election, TWISK reports on the secretive ALP tussle.

Good sorts, old committees and more cuts
Council has unanimously approved a new household waste strategy that puts the onus on you to better sort your waste. It’s also opted to keep a host of ‘old school’ advisory committees. And there are plans afoot to further cut services for the aged. TWiSK reports on Council decision making.

Meet Port Phillip’s New Mayor Alex Makin
Freshly elected and ready to make bold moves, Alex shares his vision for the next 12 months. From urban renewal projects to public transport improvements, arts and culture initiatives, and community safety programs, he’s all about collaboration and big ideas.

Louise Crawford reflects on her year as Mayor
TWiSK presents an interview with Cr Louise Crawford, Mayor of Port Phillip, as the council prepares to choose the mayor for the upcoming year.

Retirement republic vs Storage King
Opposition from residents at Europa on Alma retirement village has secured unanimous support from councillors in their bid to halt the conversion of an adjacent building into a 639-unit storage complex.

Rooms with stability
TWISK visited Madden House, the new facility providing permanent supported accommodation for people who have experienced homelessness. Located near St Kilda Junction, it will house up to 26 people and provide on-site support services.
