Ballarat's energy boom set to create thousands of jobs in clean industries
A new government plan positions regional Victoria at the heart of Australia's clean energy transition, with forecasts showing significant employment growth across the sector.
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Spring Auctions Draw 25-40% More Melbourne Listings Than Winter
Melbourne data shows spring auction listings have run 25 to 40 percent higher than winter months across the past decade.
State zoning updates drive Melbourne development approvals near rail lines
State zoning updates effective 1 July have accelerated development approvals near rail lines and altered buyer calculations in several suburbs.
Melbourne MP Kate Byrne Secures $12M Infrastructure Pledge Despite Budget Cuts
Federal funding for Carlton and inner-city renewal projects announced as Albanese government faces growing pressure over economic management.
Melbourne residents receive tax cuts and energy bill relief from 2026 budget.
The federal budget's tax adjustments and energy bill supports offer immediate relief, but economists warn the benefits may be unevenly distributed across Melbourne's neighbourhoods.
Melbourne Locals Discover 5 Best Ways to Start Meditating Today
From Fitzroy studios to Yarra trails, here’s how locals can find a starting point for mindfulness in the city.
Melbourne's 8 Best Walking Trails: Flat Riverside Routes to Steep Hill Climbs
From a flat riverside lap to a lung-burning hillside climb, here's where to take your fitness outdoors this winter.
Leashes, lunges and lattes: Melbourne's dog-friendly parks are becoming the city's most unlikely fitness hubs
From Princes Park to the Maribyrnong River trail, Melburnians are turning their morning dog walks into full social fitness rituals, and the science backs them up.
How to Set Up Utilities in Melbourne: Complete Guide
Step-by-step guide to connecting electricity, gas, water, and NBN internet in Melbourne and Victoria. Compare providers and understand local requirements.
Connect 4 Essential Melbourne Utilities Fast
Step-by-step guide to setting up electricity, gas, water and NBN internet when relocating to Melbourne or Victoria.
Things to Do in Melbourne 2026: Best Activities, Attractions and Day Trips
An evergreen guide to getting out and about in Melbourne.
Melbourne Residents Navigate Healthcare: Finding GPs, Bulk Billing Options, Hospitals
A guide to finding a doctor, bulk billing GPs, Melbourne's major hospitals, and navigating healthcare in Victoria.
Melbourne Schools Guide: Public, Catholic, Independent Options Explained
A guide to Melbourne's public, Catholic, and independent schools, selective entry, and how to choose the right school.
Renting in Melbourne 2026: Costs and Tenant Rights
Find affordable Melbourne rental suburbs, understand tenant rights in Victoria, and discover rental costs for 2026. Complete guide to renting in Melbourne.
Melbourne's hottest jobs in 2026: salaries, sectors
Discover which industries are hiring, top employers, and what salaries to expect in Melbourne's evolving job market.
BMX Bike Jumps Melbourne Bayside: Council Funds New Facilities
Melbourne's bayside council invests in purpose-built BMX bike jumps and cycling facilities after reversing makeshift course restrictions, securing major community win.
Aged Care Melbourne: VR Technology Enhances Resident Wellbeing
Melbourne aged care facility pioneers virtual reality travel experiences for residents. Explore how immersive technology combats isolation and improves quality of life for elderly Australians.
Home-Based Business Melbourne: Delacombe Maker Goes Global
Delacombe shed startup scales into global hobby industry player. How regional Victoria entrepreneurs are building export-ready businesses from home.