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Melbourne commuters face tram strikes as tension builds over Metro trains

Train and tram drivers could strike at the same time, causing mayhem in Melbourne, after the union representing Yarra Trams staff rejected a pay offer and refused to rule out simultaneous industrial action. Staff at Yarra Trams spurned an offer of a 9 ... >> view original

Melbourne teaches the world how to host students

“Melbourne is widely commended and recognised as being one of the great multicultural centres in the world, known for its inclusive and welcoming culture, great food, sport, amenities and safety,” she said. “Our own experience as a university reflects ... >> view original

Melbourne Senior Secondary College shut down for posing 'unacceptable risk' to ...

The Melbourne Senior Secondary College (MSSC), based in the CBD, failed to comply with a number of matters, including ensuring the attendance of students as required by visa regulations, the Victorian Registration and Qualifications Authority (VRQA ... >> view original

Local players still dominate Melbourne apartment supply

Melbourne is also punching well above its weight nationally, accounting for 47 per cent of core capital city apartment supply around Australia between 2010 and 2014. And over the next four years, the southern capital is expected to deliver 44 per cent ... >> view original

Growing pains in Melbourne's 'baby belt' suburbs

Every 11 hours, in Melbourne's suburban growth areas, enough babies to fill an entire prep class come wailing into the world. And the great pace of this reproduction shows no signs of waning. Within 20 years, it is expected almost 600 births will be ... >> view original

Train strikes set to hit Melbourne next week as Metro staff vote yes to ...

Melbourne commuters face a four-hour train stoppage and a day of free travel on Melbourne's rail network next week as industrial negotiations between Metro Trains and the Rail, Tram and Bus Union turn hostile. Metro's heavily unionised workforce voted ... >> view original

Raining gifts at Melbourne's water companies

The total value of gifts and hospitality at Melbourne Water and Yarra Valley Water was unknown. Gifts included a ticket to corporate box at a Collingwood vs Hawthorn Game last year for the manager of risk and compliance at City West Water. The general ... >> view original

Body found in Melbourne southeast

The death of a woman whose body was found after reports of a fire at a residence in Melbourne's southeast is being treated as suspicious. The woman aged in her 50s was found dead on Tuesday night in Sheales Street, Dandenong. The circumstances ... >> view original

Car crashes into childcare centre in Melbourne's south-west

Staff and children have luckily escaped injury after a car crashed into a childcare centre in Melbourne's south-west. Emergency services were called to the Goodstart Early Learning Centre on Morris Road, Hoppers Crossing, about 4.30pm. The two-car ... >> view original

Melbourne Storm coach Craig Bellamy says finals-like test in Cronulla Sharks clash

Melbourne Storm coach Craig Bellamy isn't sure how his side will stand up to the pressure of an NRL finals game but believes the club's clash with Cronulla Sharks will give him a good indication. The Sharks sit in fifth place, one win above the sixth ... >> view original