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Neighbourhood updates
We’ve achieved so much in our neighbourhood since we began working in a highly localised way. This means the projects we do and the way we engage with our communities has your needs in mind.
Here’s five projects we've been working on in North Melbourne.
To read more about projects from the past two years, visit our priorities page.
News
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Events
Events
Information was correct at the time of publishing, but is subject to change. Please contact the event organiser.
If you have an event or opportunity to add, get in touch.
Activities
Local activities
What's happening in the neighbourhood?
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Stories
North Melbourne stories
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Meet your local trader
Get to know the trader groups working behind the scenes to support local businesses and showcase the best of Melbourne’s retail, culinary and visitor economies in North Melbourne.
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Ten ways to connect with your neighbours
Whether you’re new to your neighbourhood or you’ve lived there for a while, many people would like to make new friends and feel more connected to their community. But how do you make this happen?
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Discover new performance art this summer
Nestled in the North Melbourne Town Hall, Arts House is a treasure trove of dance, theatre, music and visual art with a year-round program for adventurous art lovers and people looking to experience new worlds.
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Faces of North Melbourne: Connan Goh
Connan Goh moved to Melbourne to study at just 17 from a small island in Malaysia. Making friends and being able to support other students has been the highlight of her experience.
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Why we love North Melbourne
North Melbourne is a lively, cosmopolitan neighbourhood boasting an eclectic mix of boutique retail, arts, dining and community experiences.
There are plenty of things to do: the nightlife is vibrant with live music, and the arts scene attracts people from across the city to enjoy local bars and eateries between performances.
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Pet lovers guide to North Melbourne
There’s no doubt about it, Melburnians love pets. Dog and cat registrations are booming as people seek out loyal companions and exercise buddies, so we’ve put together some top tips for responsible pet owners.
Read on to find out Melbourne’s top dog breeds, how you can help people and pets live in harmony, pet ownership alternatives for short-term residents, the city’s best pet-friendly staycations and more.
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Building strong communities one child at a time
North Melbourne Children’s Centre coordinator Maree Rabach knows better than most that a solid foundation for young children is the first step to building strong communities.
After 44 years working as an early childhood educator, she has a lifetime of experience supporting children through the most challenging yet exciting phase in their lives.
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North Melbourne library has something for everyone
Our libraries provide a sanctuary of learning, creativity and relaxation across the city. Books are just the beginning of our library services – connect with the community at workshops, unleash your creativity in a makerspace or book one of our many meeting spaces. Visit our North Melbourne library now.
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Local charity boosts health literacy
As a first-year doctor in Melbourne, Dr Linny Kimly Phuong saw many patients from refugee backgrounds presenting to hospital with easily preventable conditions.
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Social investment grants create lasting change
The Huddle at North Melbourne Football Club received a Social Investment Partnerships Program grant for its Game Changers program, which supports vulnerable young people to become leaders and gain employment.
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Green dreams grow with Urban Forest Fund
Watch wildflowers bloom on top of tram stops and see desolate concrete transformed into community gardens with support from our Urban Forest Fund grants.
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North Melbourne learning centre empowers women
In the heart of North Melbourne, a very special school offers refugee and asylum seeker women a safe and supportive environment to learn.
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North Melbourne hub a haven for fun and friendship
Connect and share with people who speak your language at your local neighbourhood and seniors citizen’s centre.
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Digital literacy workshops leave no one behind
Residents in North Melbourne have been busy building their digital literacy skills through workshops provided by Housing Choices Australia.
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Traditional garden attracts native wildlife
North Melbourne resident Stephanie received a free virtual Gardens for Wildlife visit and now has a large, traditional garden space on busy Flemington Road.
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Courtyard transformed into urban wildlife garden
Kate recently received a free in-person Gardens for Wildlife visit to her courtyard.
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People-person partners with North Melbourne
The communities of North and West Melbourne have shared their vision for the future, and neighbourhood partner Tallia Gilarry is helping make their goals a reality.
More about North Melbourne
The North Melbourne Neighbourhood Portal is for anyone and everyone who has a connection to North Melbourne.