CBD News

The inaugural edition of CBD News hit the streets in August 2014, created to meet the informational needs of the city's expanding residential community. Following the successful model of our other publications in Docklands and Southbank, CBD News aims to effectively support and engage the local populace. This monthly publication produces 20,000 printed copies that are spread across the region. Originally founded by Shane Scanlan and Shine Dighe, CBD News is currently owned and managed by Sean Car. Our mission is to keep the community updated on events, news, and developments happening in the area. We pride ourselves on being a reliable resource for residents, workers, and visitors in the CBD. We represent the voice of postcode 3000.

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“Taste the Difference” dinner brings Melbourne together for Refugee Week

6 days ago | cbdnews.com.au | Sean Car

A celebration of flavour, resilience and community spirit took centre stage at the Melbourne Multicultural Hub on June 18, as AMES Australia hosted its annual “Taste the Difference” dinner in honour of Refugee Week 2025. The sold-out event brought together more than 80 guests from over 20 diverse communities for a vibrant evening of storytelling, shared meals and cultural exchange, highlighting Melbourne’s deep commitment to multiculturalism and refugee inclusion.
Victorian Government launches expert panel to review owners’ corporation laws

1 week ago | cbdnews.com.au | Sean Car

The Victorian Government has launched a long-awaited review of owners’ corporation laws, appointing an expert panel to examine concerns raised by the growing number of Victorians living in apartment and strata settings. Announced by Minister for Consumer Affairs Nick Staikos in June, the review will be led by former Consumer Affairs Minister Marsha Thomson and is expected to deliver recommendations by December 2025.
Local News: Invicta House revival a Melbourne CBD retrofitting success

1 month ago | cbdnews.com.au | Sean Car

A century-old building on the corner of Flinders Lane and Swanston St has been given a new lease on life, in a striking example of the kind of adaptive reuse both state and local governments are increasingly pushing for in Melbourne’s post-pandemic city. Invicta House, a seven-storey commercial development by Plus Architecture for STRE Management, was officially reopened on May 28 by Lord Mayor Nick Reece following a four-year, $30 million transformation.
Meet Melbourne’s new federal member Sarah Witty

1 month ago | cbdnews.com.au | Jon M. Fleetwood

Dethroning the Greens leader, Adam Bandt, seemed an unlikely feat to many, but Labor’s Sarah Witty defied the pundits and delivered one of the biggest upsets of the 2025 federal election. Ms Witty’s faith and determination never wavered. She ran a tight and expansive grassroots campaign, doorknocking in every corner of the electorate and engaging with constituents from all walks of life.
“Carry this vision forward”: City of Melbourne still has faith in Greenline

1 month ago | cbdnews.com.au | Jon M. Fleetwood

Despite Greenline’s funding being cut and further delivery of the ambitious project on hold, the City of Melbourne remains hopeful that the project will be delivered. The project is the brainchild of Lord Mayor Nick Reece’s predecessor, Sally Capp, and the first phase of the project at Birrarung Marr is due to be completed at the end of this year, providing 450 metres of boardwalks and native plants along the north banks of the Yarra.
City of Melbourne’s draft budget raises more questions than confidence

1 month ago | cbdnews.com.au | Sean Car

The City of Melbourne’s draft 2025–26 budget paints a picture of cautious optimism underpinned by fiscal discipline, but behind the headlines of surpluses and cost-of-living relief lies some mixed messaging. Unveiled on May 13, the $732.4 million budget – the first of the new council term – delivers a modest surplus of $150,000 and aims to put the city on a path toward eliminating debt within seven years.
State government shortfall paves the way for the Reece Police

1 month ago | cbdnews.com.au | Jon M. Fleetwood

In a bid to reduce crime, the City of Melbourne has increased its public safety budget, despite disquiet among councillors concerned that they have been left to pick up the pieces of an underfunded police force. The 2025–26 draft budget revealed that the council plans to invest a further $4.5 million into city safety, bringing the total to $14 million. As part of this, $2.1 million will be invested in upgrading and expanding the Safe City Camera Program, activating more than 100 new CCTV cameras.
A world of flavour at Queen Victoria Market’s Food Hall

1 month ago | cbdnews.com.au | Sean Car

The newly-refurbished Food Hall at Queen Victoria Market is more than just a place to eat – it’s a celebration of Melbourne’s multicultural spirit. Among the many passionate traders are Simon Shao of The Bund, Vijay Sivaraj of Drums – Sri Lankan Streetfood, and Carla Mammone of Ruben’s Cafe – each bringing their own unique stories, traditions, and culinary passions to one of the city’s most iconic destinations. For Simon Shao, food is both a business and a deeply personal journey.
“I’m not trying to be popular”: the first-term councillor prepared to rock the boat

1 month ago | cbdnews.com.au | Jon M. Fleetwood

Liberal councillor Owen Guest has been quick to establish himself as the “enfant terrible” of Town Hall, calling for the City of Melbourne to become more fiscally responsible and transparent. Cr Guest, who is the portfolio head for Finance, Governance and Risk, burst onto the scene when he called out the council for “selling the farm to pay for the silverware”, following the sale of the eight-storey “Parkade” car park at 34–60 Little Collins St to hospitality billionaire Justin Hemmes.
Melbourne’s Koreatown officially opens as a month-long celebration of Korean culture peaks

1 month ago | cbdnews.com.au | Sean Car

Melbourne’s newest cultural precinct – Koreatown – has officially opened in the CBD, marking a milestone moment for the city’s growing Korean-Australian community and cementing Healeys Lane as the vibrant heart of Korean cuisine and culture in Victoria. Unveiled on May 17, Koreatown becomes the latest multicultural addition to the City of Melbourne, joining Chinatown, the Greek Quarter, and other iconic precincts in celebrating the city’s diversity.