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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 Kensington.
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.
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Activities
Local activities
What's happening in the neighbourhood?
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Stories
Kensington 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 Kensington.
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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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Why we love Kensington
Kensington is a uniquely charming suburb with a village-like feel, only 4 km north-west of the central city. Locals describe the strong sense of community as key strengths of the neighbourhood.
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Faces of Kensington: Emma Wasson
A self-confessed mushroom lover, Emma Wasson will host Mushfest in October, with support from a City Of Melbourne neighbourhood grant. The event is a celebration of the Kensington Stockyard Food Garden’s fifth anniversary, along with a chance to learn more about mushrooms.
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Faces of Kensington: Jan Ireland
Bringing babies into the world with joy and kindness is the life’s work of Kensington's MAMA director Jan Ireland. She recently won an achievement award in the Lord Mayor’s Small Business Awards.
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Pet lovers guide to Kensington
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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A place for older women to connect over a meal
There are few better ways to connect with people than over a good meal. This is something that the Vietnamese and Indochinese Elders Social Group knows to be true. The group is a place for older women from these communities to connect and share culture. They have been meeting regularly at Kensington Neighbourhood House for more than 35 years.
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Pro skateboarders coach next-gen athletes
Head to the Kensington and Riverslide skate parks to enjoy welcoming and inclusive skateboarding sessions every week. Supported by top coaches, some participants have Olympic dreams in sight.
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Mobile music studio hits the road
Bop along to sweet beats as a new music studio on wheels pops up at local public housing estates in Kensington, North Melbourne and beyond.
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Sensory garden a delight for people with dementia
Bliss out in nature, get your hands dirty and enjoy garden-to-plate morning teas at Kensington’s sensory garden.
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Melbourne reimagined: capital works
We design and deliver a packed program of capital works to make your neighbourhood a great place to live, work and visit.
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Big win for beloved neighbourhood house
Pop into Kensington Neighbourhood House for a warm welcome and take your pick from more than 99 inclusive events every week.
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Grants help neighbours retain Kensington heritage
Passionate Melburnians are making-over their heritage places to help preserve beautiful streetscapes for generations to come. Meet the Kensington neighbours who’ve recently completed restoration projects, and find out how to apply for a heritage grant to help transform your place.
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Kensington courtyard transformed into green haven
Kensington resident, Thomas, received a free Gardens for Wildlife visit helping to transform his small inner-city courtyard.
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Neighbourhood partner builds Kensington capacity
Bumper crops and bags of community spirit typify the close-knit community of Kensington, where Melanie Del Monaco is the passionate neighbourhood partner.
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Inner-city balcony attracting local wildlife
Alice transformed the balcony of her home in Kensington into an inviting green space with the help of our Gardens for Wildlife program.
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A house in the heart of Kensington
Rarely has the saying ‘mi casa, su casa’ held more meaning than it does the minute you step inside the Kensington Neighbourhood House.
More about Kensington
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