2023 December

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A Message from the President

Trish O’Loughlin reviews CRA activities for 2023

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Working  Groups

Parkland and Streetscapes 

The impact of the Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show on Carlton Gardens and the community – where to next?
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Traffic, Transport, Parking, Noise

Grattan Street Future Plans

The future of Grattan Street, given the transport changes and the Melbourne University Estate Master plan
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Topical issues

City of Melbourne updates: 

From Cr Dr Olivia Ball –  temporary new face for the old cancer council building, the dome walk at the REB, Parkville heritage review 2023.
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CRA AGM 2023 to be held 19 February

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From Friends of Queen Victoria Market Inc

To those lucky enough to have this marvellous fresh food shopping destination at their doorstep, don’t abandon the market and the traders who have served you for decades.
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And further market news:  The food hall is coming back
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Greens join public housing campaign

From Ellen Sandell – The Government is planning to demolish every public housing tower in Victoria.
8 of the 44 towers are in Carlton. What does this mean for the future of public housing?
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Community News

Melbourne Maritime Heritage Network (MMHN)   

New publication launched – the first-ever historically accurate work for young people (ages 7-12 years) entitled ‘River to Bay – Victoria’s Maritime History’ .
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Carlton Community History Group (CCHG)  

Find out more about Carlton 100 years ago:
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Serving the Community – Pickfords Carlton Pharmacy  

In the heart of Carlton, on the bustling Elgin Street, there exists a remarkable place that has stood the test of time, serving the community with dedication and care over four decades.
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