2026 June

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From the President – Trish O’Loughlin

At times, it may appear that little is happening, but our volunteers are constantly working collaboratively on behalf of the community.
As with any voluntary community organisation, keeping all the balls in the air can be a challenge, but it is one we (mostly) willingly embrace.
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Working groups

Planning 

Liquor Licensing law changes
Keep up to date – read planning notices which appear on a building for current information on new applications
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City of Melbourne – CoM – your closest level of government

THE BUDGET City of Melbourne 2026 – 2027 

Read the budget fast facts
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Meet Councillor Rafael Camillo 

When Carlton shines, when Melbourne delivers, then all of Victoria benefits. We must protect Melbourne’s world-famous liveability,
giving our inner-city residents a voice on how we go about doing this.
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Meet Councillor Mark Scott

As a lifelong resident of Melbourne, Cr. Scott has always seen Carlton as a hub for arts, entertainment and dining. As a small business owner he recognises that retail shops and businesses
really are the heartbeat of the Melbourne’s economy.
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Topical Issues

QVM News Mary-Lou Howie – President,
Friends of Queen Victoria Market Inc writes: 

A new initiative at Queen Victoria Market redirects unsold produce from traders to food relief organisations helping vulnerable Melburnians.
But what of QVM’s future?
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Ellen Sandell, State MP for Melbourne writes:

Making the trip to school safe for Carlton Kids.
We cannot wait for a child to be seriously hurt before action is taken.
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Community News

The REB  9 May 1901 – 9 May 2026 – 125 years apart

Past!  Present!   Future!

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