Tree Art – Melbourne & Spain

The City Square is back to being just that ,after a short stint at being “Christmas Square”. Some new art in the form of colourful knitted (or is it crocheted?) jackets adorn the gum trees… the Spanish forest at Oma has painted trees by an artist too…at least our  knitted “jackets” can come off if the weather gets hot or the mood for something new takes over! See both below:

Have YOU joined the “Green” conversation?

Urban Forests, Rooftop Gardens and Vertical Gardens…not just a topic of conversation, but about significant planning for our future, incorporating as much “green” as we can in our city .. please read the following article by Megan Backhouse…New shade of green for the city  and City of Melbourne’s “Urban Forest Strategy” still in draft form awaiting YOUR views – do write in to CoM , Residents 3000 or Corba in our USEFUL LINKS in the left hand column.

Season’s Greetings from all of us at Residents 3000

City Square renamed “Christmas Square” for Christmas 2011 and  New Year.

Last Coffee Group Meeting..

Have you any pictures? Send yours…

We are always interested in art displays around the city. If you know of any works or have any pics you could send us, please do. Here is a corner art board depicting a 3-dimensional sculpture. Eye-catching!

Review of Victoria’s Transport Plan – Let’s hope they keep the “S” word up front.

The new Baillieu government will evaluate all transport projects in Labor’s Victorian Transport Plan of 2008, welcome news to those lobby groups who have fought hard for a SUSTAINABLE plan for the future that will represent a new era in improved public transport and more railway links both for freight and public use. Residents 3000  totally supports improvements to the public system and have high hopes of a rail link between the City and airport in the near future. As for that “S” word  …sustainable, sustainable sustainable.. can’t say it too often can we? Let’s hope they hear us! Victorian Transport Plan | Baillieu Shelves Blueprint

WHAT’S GOING ON HERE?

This is simply UNACCEPTABLE to CBD residents , and surely to all passers by. This junk was placed here on Friday afternoon (14/01/2011) and is still there Sunday morning, 2 days later. Council always seems defensive when complaints are made about rubbish but we believe that enforcement officers randomly driving through the City’s streets and dealing with offenders such as this is the only way. Sorry, City of Melbourne there is too much rubbish around and we don’t like it!! See for yourselves at cnr. Swanston/Little Lonsdale

ARE YOU A MEMBER?

Yes, Residents 3000 is reminding people that Membership at $10.00 per person or as a collective Owners Corporation is an important part of keeping us going as an association. So hurry on please if you haven’t taken out membership, or better still, urge your building to take out collective membership.  If you are already a member “thank you” for your support. Here are the details….res3000_membership_2010

A Not-To-Be-Missed EVENT! February 23rd

It is not often we have The Police to ourselves, so this is an opportunity to be seized! Inspector Bernie Jackson will join us at our next social event as Guest Speaker and tell us about policing in our Precincts and answer any questions you have been saving! Please join us for a complimentary drink and nibbles, meet your neighbours and friends, not just residents,but businesses and visitors. We are sure you would agree that the better we all get to know each other and work together the better the outcomes we share… here is your INVITATION…

BUILDING BRIDGES… Police & Community

Thank you ,Inspector Bernie Jackson for your  interesting talk and taking the stream of questions from the floor which could have gone on for hours!  Precinct Policing was the main topic, with 38 precincts having been established. There is more work to be done in familiarising people with this new model which was very well received by attendees. Outcomes were… the importance of information sharing, shared responsibility by community and law enforcers, and the fact that safety, security and amenity of our community is not just the job of police.We look forward to bringing our readers more information as it comes… meanwhile to go the police website….www.vicpolicenews.com.au

Committee for Melbourne’s recipe for boosting the economy….

Where have all the choices gone?

If the elderly are : too lonely – what about house-sharing? have too large a house? a couple of boarders could add to company and cash, and family? what’s wrong with the “granny flat”? or with family inheriting and moving in themselves? ..and of course for those who want to downsize or move elsewhere – they have that choice too!  Empty Nesters | Retirement Homes or Lobby group calls for older couples to give up family homes | Herald Sun

Sorry we were tardy getting this to you…

All groups interested in the  information and training sessions that EDO are offering to community members about VCAT Planning & Environment appeals might want to attend the 2 remaining sessions available….VCAT workshops 2011

A Fantastic MOOMBA Day in Melbourne!

The Labour Day public holiday  attracted huge crowds to Melbourne for its many events and the Moomba parade. Even the weather was sublime….

.. and the King and Queen were in their element. Then…time for coffee and a snack and perhaps some browsing and shopping.Hope everyone made the most of it!

The Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show

Residents 3000 continues to lobby for a change of venue for this Show. We have nothing against the MIFGS as an event, just the misuse of this World Heritage site each year.We find it hard to believe that there is no detriment to Carlton Gardens, and moreover, the people of Victoria find themselves deprived of this place of recreational enjoyment for as long as MIFGS takes to set up, host the show, and dismantle the stalls…unless of course they want to pay the entry fee!

We also note that cyclists are ignoring the “No Cycling” signs and thoroughly enjoying the changed conditions while the show is setting up…meandering through on their push bikes or just whizzing…

Are we being unreasonable? Here is our letter to the Minister….MIFGS letter to MinisterRyan Smith-1

EARTH HOUR 8.30pm Saturday 26th March 2011

Will you be joining people throughout Australia and around the world to switch off YOUR lights to show support for climate change and sustainability?

Great news from our neighbours in Fitzroy!

Fitzroy Residents’ Association is planning a campaign to restore the public walk in the top of the Royal Exhibition Building. There are many photos taken at different angles and the view is fantastic! Here are some.. we are especially showing the south Carlton Gardens’ view which is currently occupied by the Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show and which is not available to the public at this time of year unless they buy a ticket! Let’s hope we can support the re-instatement of the “walk”! For this year, just enjoy the pics…

Do You Know That……we have at our doorstep the most important building in Australia?

Of course you guessed right … it is the Royal Exhibition Building where the grand opening of the first Australian Parliament took place in 1901. It is indeed where the Commonwealth of Australia’s first Parliament was sworn in on 9th May, 1901.

The entire site of the Royal Exhibition Building and Carlton Gardens encompasses the values of the place …deservedly World Heritage, and entrusted to our governments as its custodians.The Museum administers and manages the Royal Exhibition Building (REB) and the City of Melbourne, the Carlton Gardens.

Which is why we are so unhappy about the use of these gardens by the Melbourne International  Flower & Garden Show, when they could easily make use of another site. The Showgrounds has been suggested, and increasingly the Melbourne Convention Exhibition Centre (MCEC) -South Wharf /”Jeff’s Shed”.

And …are we Melburnians getting “value for money” with this event? Over to you, our readers, what do you think?

“WHAT’S THE HURRY?” Lord Mayor & Councillors?

Suddenly and very speedily the re-licensing matter for the Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show (MIFGS) is to be on the Council’s Meeting Agenda next Tuesday 12th April 2011, less than a week after the show was dismantled! Why the extraordinary haste?

RESIDENTS WANT:

1/ Cost analysis of this commercial, for-profit show and how much the ratepayers chip in.   2/Transparency of the re-licensing process  3/Worthy custodianship of this World Heritage Site of Carlton Gardens

Here are the docs. for next Tuesday. Please attend if you can.. you have rights,  just as City of Melbourne has responsibilities….

Agenda External and    MIFGS 5.7pdf

Thank you Councillors for deferring Item 5.7

We are very pleased that Council unanimously deferred the matter of renewing the MIFGS licence for continued use of Carlton Gardens by the Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show. Readers may be interested in the Agenda Item and Residents 3000′s submission….we felt it unfortunate that the Lord Mayor suggested that we were “demonising” MIFGS when we were in the situation where we had no right of reply.  On the contrary, Lord Mayor, we have never and will never demonise.. we have no quarrel with MIFGS (other than requesting a re-location of this event), unless of course you want to make it look this way. The questions we ask are of Council, and we hope that we have transparency of  process surrounding the re-licensing of this event!!

Here are the docs….5.7 (Agenda Item)  and Residents3000 Letterhead-6 (R3000 submission)

U3A and Wellbeing? How do these connect? Let’s find out…

Firstly, U3A stands for University of the Third Age- sorry for those who thought it had something to do with a Space Launch! Or maybe it is, being symbolic in many ways. And we’re not sure it’s just for seniors – after all “Wellbeing” is part of our lives, and what we want for our CBD resident population. So go find out as the Flyer suggests and meet others. We’d love feedback, so don’t hesitate to let us know…       Aprilforumreminder

HOW ON EARTH DID WE MISS AUSTRALIAN HERITAGE WEEK?

And how on earth did we manage to give our Melbourne World Heritage Carlton Gardens the “miss”? We don’t think there was enough publicity for the Gardens during Australian Heritage Week.. 14th – 20th April 2011… just one activity on the very last day at the eleventh hour? A talk on the importance of  REB and Carlton Gardens (thanks to Museum Victoria) with a garden walk, weather permitting.  And not a line in our City’s April’s MELBOURNE NEWS, under FESTIVALS !! ( but a big “plug” for the the “most successful horticultural event in the Southern Hemisphere, the Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show.. set to amaze..” says CoM on page 14 ). CoM has certainly gone missing on our National Heritage Week…or have they “lost the plot” (pun intended)! Let us Melburnians make it something EXTRA SPECIAL next year!

Australian Heritage Week – Victoria Events: Royal Exhibition Building: The story behind reinstating the ‘marvellous’ garden surrounds

A New “date” FOR YOUR CALENDAR – 2nd May 2011

If you are interested in planning and architecture, this event will surely  be “your thing”.. City of Melbourne invites you to this unique lecture by visiting architect Jan Gehl, and guess what Gehl says in his new book “Cities for People”?  ”City life and regard for people in city space must have a key role in the planning of cities and built-up areas”. WE RESIDENTS AGREE!!  So why not join the discussion… click onto the flyer below..

Melbourne Conversations – Cities for people: A lecture by Jan Gehl

MOTHER’S DAY next Sunday, May 8th

Yes, the MOTHER’S DAY CLASSIC is on again this year and we are encouraging you to “Walk/Run for Breast Cancer Research”. Last year one of our committee members Rita walked, and is doing it again, so some of us from Residents 3000 thought we would join her. If you wish to join our group, please contact Rita before the 5th May on rellpc@three.com.au  ..the details we have so far are

*entry fee is $35    *one can walk, not run around the Tan!   * start time for walkers is around 10.00am

So bring your family and friends and work up an appetite for Mother’s Day lunch!!  See you there!  or if you wish to register separately and form your own group please go to http://mothersdayclassic.com.au/

A future date for your calendars….for everyone

Residents 3000 will host a social get-together on Wednesday, 18th May 2011,(6pm for 6.30 pm start) at The Multi-Cultural Hub, 506 Elizabeth Street, Melbourne (opposite Victoria Market). A chance to ask your questions directly about Rubbish, Waste Collection & Disposal,and how City of Melbourne works to make our city the cleanest and tidiest it can be…and don’t be shy about ideas you might have..or “hot spots” you want targeted…our guest speakers will be Gordon Harrison and Jacob Malone from Engineering Services at Town Hall. ..we shall place a flyer on this website shortly…don’t miss this opportunity!

MANY HAPPY RETURNS OF THE DAY to Australia’s Federal Parliament!

Today, the 9th May 110 years ago, Australia’s Commonwealth flag was hoisted for the very first time. And we residents of the CBD recognise the building where this great celebration took place – right at our doorstep in the ROYAL EXHIBITION BUILDING at CARLTON GARDENS!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY to a very special site and a very special place in our history!! Hip hip hooray!

YOUR INVITATION to a RESIDENTS 3000 event..

Welcome to all who live, work or “hang out” in the city and have an interest in matters concerning WASTE. It might seem a funny topic, but interesting things have been happening in the area of sustainable practices of dealing with whole community waste, and also those smaller matters, like our rubbish collections, and what we do, if we have stuff to dispose of that we can’t just place in the street for regular collection. We have as guest speakers, two Officers from the Engineering Division of City of Melbourne to explain, inform and help us with our problems.This is a rare opportunity, so do come along and join us. And you can also meet other people around town and have a glass of wine and a chat. Do have a look at the flyer.. ..here is your invitation below.. click onto the blue letters…

New Waste Compliance By-laws – FINAL-1

OUR CORRECT WEBSITE ADDRESS IS : www.residents3000.net.au

COFFEE CLUB

Wanting a quick break, chit chat or “escape”? Or a leisurely stroll to the East side of town? Drop in to Coffee Club and say hello to a few regulars who meet … especially if you are new to town ..no strings attached, just fun!  here are the details…

Exhibition in the “Paris End” of Flinders Lane…

Fascinating paper cutting and then perhaps… wander through the Hosier Lane precinct  for tapas or dinner….click to enlarge image and find out more..

RECONCILIATION ..City of Melbourne’s Plan for 2011-14. What do YOU think?

There’s lots to find out by reading the attached links or attending a forum at Town Hall next Friday 3rd June, or just simply emailing or picking up the ‘phone….find out about the events and a festival as well. The community consultation period runs until 17th June and Residents 3000 would be very pleased if you could let us know via the “comments” section below or send you thoughts directly to Town Hall.…here’s the attachment.. double click and go!   Commitment to reconciliation

Recent RESIDENTS 3000 event…

About 50 of us met at the Multi-Cultural Hub on 18th May. Apart from food, wine and gossip, we were fortunate to have City of Melbourne’s team Gordon Harrison, Jacob Malone and Rebecca Hughes from Engineering give us a presentation on the new Waste Compliance By-Laws and how they have started implementing them. Councillors Ong and Louey also participated impromptu, giving us preliminary insight into some innovative technologies that will be trialled in parts of the City as the new Integrated Waste Management Programme. Very exciting!

REMINDER: East Enders Coffee Group 21st June at 10.00am

A quick reminder…the address is Illy Cafe, at 111 Little Lonsdale Street – near intersection of Exhibition Street.

VCAT has done it again!

What’s the point of having local government if VCAT can overrule a wise decision? Has anyone a kind word for VCAT? Do let us know when you meet such a person.

Try reading this -Apartment tower gets nod to soar in the city | Melbourne

OWNERS CORPORATIONS – information sessions

Most of us in Inner Melbourne, living in high-rise or smaller, have questions we would like to have answered..Consumer Affairs runs sessions for precisely this reason ..please go to this link and make note of the meeting closest to you…

Consumer Affairs Victoria – Newsroom – Events and workshops – Owners corporations – free information sessions

ADAM BANDT is our local MP and OUR VOICE in Canberra!

In case some of us have forgotten, we Melburnians made history by electing a Greens candidate – Adam Bandt, for the seat of Melbourne in the last Federal Election. And you may have received his newsletter telling us about the issues he is putting forward on our behalf.  Planning is a big one, and so is Heritage.Particularly the prospect of raising funding for better recognition of the World Heritage listed Royal Exhibition Building and Carlton Gardens……which Residents 3000 has been campaigning for…

There’s so much more on the website, so log on and have a read… you may have an issue you feel strongly about …or just find out how he is doing.

Adam Bandt | Federal MP for Melbourne

And for those who like an invitation “Ideas for Melbourne: opportunities for making Melbourne a sustainable & compassionate city” please contact www.hubmelbourne.com

Places are limited!

NAIDOC Week – Flag Raising Ceremony

The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander flags were raised outside Town Hall yesterday, 4th July, in the gustiest of conditions! The two young flag raisers did very well with a little help from the Lord Mayor. This ceremony takes place each year to celebrate NAIDOC week.(National Aborigines & Islanders Day Observance Committee).

PRECINCT POLICING & POLICE HOME PAGE…

If residents are curious about which Police Precinct they may fit into, click onto the link below and find out. There are also some maps…however, please note that if you want an issue addressed, using the email link on the Home Page will have your email sent to the appropriate person. You do not necessarily have to know which precinct you are part of at any given time. In all instances if you need police attendance, please ring “000″.

Victoria Police – Melbourne East Precinct Policing

Melbourne Council rakes in park hire revenue: HAVE YOUR SAY…

Yes, that is the title of The Leader article about City of Melbourne’s cash grab in renting out our precious green space for commercial gain while it locks ratepayers out! We bring you the article and urge you to read the comments too.. please add yours either on this blog or through The Leader.

Click below..and also read the 46 comments from ratepayers. Do you think CoM will take any notice?

Melbourne Council rakes in park hire revenue – Council – News – Melbourne Leader

CONGRATULATIONS to Jackie Watts – City of Melbourne’s new Councillor Elect!

Due to Cr.Peter Clarke’s resignation, the VEC conducted a countback to decide who would succeed him. And residents are thrilled to have another resident fill this position. Jackie Watts, a resident of Carlton and the Convenor of CORBA (Coalition of Residents & Business), which is the collective of the City of Melbourne’s resident groups and the Business Council will take her place at Town Hall this Thursday.

Here is the announcement… New Councillor for City of Melbourne  and here is The Age article….Activist Watts joins Melbourne City Council   and there’s more from The Leader..Community activist elected to Melbourne Council – Council – News – Melbourne Leader   Blog away everyone, here’s your chance!!

Council meeting Tuesday 26th July ’11 – New Councillor Welcome

For those of you who have a few minutes around 5pm on Tuesday, you may want to attend the meeting at Town Hall where Council will welcome Jackie Watts. Most of the remaining  meeting is .. you guessed it … “confidential”! So much so for open meetings…but, if you have a few moments at that time.. see you there! and afterwards  some shopping or window shopping or a relaxing drink in the “Paris End”!

Here’s the Agenda..Council 2011 meeting documentation

Melbourne Open House

WHAT’S ON THIS WEEKEND? Plenty .. there’s Melbourne Open House on Saturday 30th and Sunday 31st July… you’ve been to lots of Open Days at school – remember? This is the opportunity to explore buildings you’ve not been part of, but thought about, are interested in, or hate but are curious about.There might be some scary places too! Anyway each to one’s own, and we recommend you take the opportunity to see for yourselves….

Here it is with the tap of a finger…Building List

TRASH or TREASURE? Let Heritage Victoria know…

The way it was….. for example,do you think the present Boom Gate is an improvement on this? Have a look next time you are in Nicholson Street!

THE ROYAL EXHIBITION BUILDING (REB) & CARLTON GARDENS (CG). We now have before us in draft form, a World Heritage Management Plan. Although none of us at Residents 3000 knew about this, a friend living in Fitzroy found a flyer in their letterbox and word got around..thank goodness for friends! Otherwise Heritage Victoria would have been all the less blessed in not having any “pearls” from us! But we shall give them a few pearls whether they anticipated our input or not! And no doubt others will too. So please tell them if you want this to be treasure, preserved for future generations, and/or the Gardens for the passive recreation of citizens every day of the year.

Now, if you feel like writing a sentence or two, we have put together a few dot points you may want to use as a guide…whmp-some-submission-tips3-1 or, if you are feeling curious, the complete docs are available at http://www.dpcd.vic.gov.au/heritage/heritage-places-and-objects/world-heritage/world-heritage-master-plan

Submissions go to: heritage.victoria@dpcd.vic.gov.au

Our local member Adam Bandt has been very helpful in assisting some groups with printing of flyers etc. Thank you Adam. And please feel free to leave your comments below..it doesn’t matter whether you live in Melbourne or not!

Here’s the Boom Gate that has replaced the Wrought Iron frontage. Tragic!

Like it or lump it, that’s what we have today at the front of the Royal Exhibition Building in Nicholson Street.The entry is virtually a back -of- house loading dock.Double click on the image if you dare…

SPRING CLEAN 2011

‘Tis an early Spring indeed this year  with the magnolia in full bloom at St. Francis’ church and yes, the thought of cleaning and getting rid of old stuff is daunting, but when it’s done, doesn’t one have such a good feeling? City of Melbourne is offering us several services and we would be silly not to make the most of them.. so plan well ahead for a weekend of culling! We shall have more on the drop off service at Federation Square and Dynon Road later…so WATCH THIS SPACE!!     click on here…Spring Clean 2011

Council Elections coming up in 2012..your thoughts please!

What do you think of the process?

* do you think there should be public consultation?

*do you think voting should be by postal ballot or attendance? Is the current system of postal voting open to fraud? Here are the motions to be put to Council on 6th September, 2011…..6.3  and our submission…..Residents3000 Letterhead-15

REMINDER – Coffee Group- this coming Tuesday!

Our once monthly coffee group will meet at “ILLY,” 111 Little Lonsdale Street, near the corner of Exhibition Street and behind “Trunk”.Hope you can be there at 10.00 am on Tuesday 20th September. Not just for residents, all are welcome. No formality, just a neighbourhood get-together.

ROYAL CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL development

This should be of interest to all Victorians … a grand new hospital YES!! But what else? Locals are very concerned..

Royal Park Protection Group Inc. Newsletter September 2011

Residents 3000 & Responsible Alcohol Victoria Combine….

For the first time Residents 3000 is pleased to offer an EVENT with Responsible Alcohol Victoria as Guest Speakers…please join us Wednesday 28th September details as follows..click for more info and find out what’s happening in our City and how it is managed.. bring your questions along too…..Alcohol – V2

COUNCIL Meetings – do you think there is more “shutting out” of the public under the term “Confidential Item”?

There seems to be more confidentiality and less public observation time.The Age asks the question. What do you think?

Doyle denies running secret service despite keeping council confidential

Residents – Get rid of your old stuff!

Hello All residents – City of Melbourne is offering to take all our non-recyclable junk  if we can leave it at the following drop-off points..

E-waste day   and   Hard and green waste. A good opportunity to tidy up for Spring!

Is this a good look for Melbourne’s CBD?

Washing and other bulky items items of storage are appearing in ever increasing quantity on balconies of high rise buildings. Do we need to consider this impact on the appearance of our city now that there is higher and higher high-rise. There are 2 views: one, that people should be able to place whatever they want on their balconies which are their property, and another that says this is unattractive, and developers should be encouraged to look at providing some solutions.Unsecured items can be dangerous in wind gusts.The other question is about the coil air-conditioning condensers that appear on every balcony. Both noisy and unsustainable.

Your views would be appreciated…

 

 

MELBOURNE – City of Surprises!

Yes the Melbourne festival is on (melbournefestival.com.au) and two bold artworks tower beside the Town Hall and  in the City Square. Real crowdstoppers!

oops! Nearly forgot.. but please don’t you forget..COFFEE CLUB! tomorrow 18th Oct.

Democracy for City of Melbourne? Details of imminent review…

Residents 3000 has lobbied for Electoral Reform for many a month and the State Govt. has agreed to conduct a limited review. We continue to lobby for ATTENDANCE VOTING rather than postal voting…this is in MCC’s hands to change but they are unwilling. We continue to ask “why”?

Melbourne City Council Representation Reviews

STOP PRESS! Cancellation of the City Square drop-off point , but other available.

To those who were planning to drop off their Free-E-Waste for recycling tomorrow, Saturday 22nd October, you may have observed that protesters have taken over the City Square. This drop off point is now cancelled, but residents are still encouraged to drop off old or unwanted computers, mobiles and appliances at the Waste & Recycling Centre, Dynon Road, Kensington between 9am – 3pm, and they will be recycled free by City of Melbourne. For further information, please go to
www.melbourne.vic.gov.au/springclean

Some feedback about OUR LAST EVENT with Responsible Alcohol Victoria

Hello Readers – Just to let you know it was held on the 28th September (remember the night it “bucketed” and thundered ?) Thank you to the just over 30 people who attended despite nature’s fury. Judy & Peter Yeung set up an olive oil tasting booth and we were able to taste, buy and find out about this entrepreneurial retired couple whose produce is from their family farm in Mickelham. All amidst much neighbourly chatter and laughter.

RAV speakers Sarah Kaushik and Anna Lygopolous gave an entertaining presentation of a very serious subject – ALCOHOL- and how we residents might be both informed of, and respond to, late night alcohol related activities that detract from our amenity and peace of mind. We shall not summarise it all, but give you some key contacts which you might want to revert to before total frustration.

Objecting to a Liquor Licence application: Liquor Licences Online at www.justice.vic.gov.au/alcohol

The Role of the Compliance Directorate : If you have a complaint about noise levels or patron behaviour, you might want to contact the venue manager, but failing all,the  email hotline for complaints is compliancedirectorate@justice.vic.gov.au  You should include details about the nature of your complaint, the exact location, and your own contact details.A Complaint Form is also available at www.justice.vic.gov.au/alcohol  Alternatively write to:  Compliance Directorate, Responsible Alcohol Victoria, PO Box 120, PRAHRAN, VICTORIA 3181

The “Freeze” will apply until June 2013, impacting on new licences for trade after 1am.

We were very pleased to have Councillor Oke and Councillor Ong attend, and thank them for their time and input. There was some discussion that public transport (other than taxis & Nightrider buses) ceases, at the very time that many patrons exit venues at 1am. It would be helpful if Council could lobby State Government to extend the trains (outgoing) until 2am on Saturdays and Sundays, getting people moving  more quickly to their destination . Patron behaviour outside Fast Food Outlets was also a “sticking point” with residents. No doubt these issues will be ongoing.

Please do get back to us with any comments or questions in the section below, and we shall get back to you…

PLEASE JOIN US!

Notice of our AGM on 16/11/2011

Here is the Agenda – Hope to see you for the meeting and X’mas drinks..Residents3000 Letthead and here is our Committee of Management ReportResidents3000 Ltterhead

The Fate of Melbourne’s TREES – Join us at the Forum or read more…

Here is the link to find out more, and don’t be mislead by the title  ”Urban forests..” it is about our signature parks right here in our city ..

Urban Forest Eco City Forum – 30 November