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Yarra Park improvement
Two letters to-the-editor saying how much the condition of Yarra Park has improved over the past year, partly due to the lock-downs caused by the Covid pandemic. Both letter writers call for for a ban on car parking to keep the park looking healthy.
- 732 reads
Fertility Clinic and Buffer Zones
A newspaper article about Dr Susie Allanson's fight for legally enforced buffer zones around abortion clinics. The article covers a string of horrifying incidents between protestors and patients at the East Melbourne clinic, including the murder of a security guard.
- 687 reads
East Melbourne General Store
An article about Lisette Malatesta, owner of East Melbourne's General Store, and how she came to buy it and to continue its place as a community hub, as well as run it as a successful business in the face of competion from the big supermarkets.
- 836 reads
Vlado's Restaurant and the Gregurek family
An article about Vlado's steakhouse restaurant in Bridge Road, Richmond, and the family behind it. Vlado Gregurek founded the restaurant in 1964, Since his death in 2012 his son, Michael, has continued the business.
Vlado and his wife, Nina, moved into East Melbourne in in the early 1970s, and Nina still lives in the suburb.
- 721 reads
Plans for MCG redevelopment
Article about plans to redevelop the MCG's Great Southern Stand. A refresh, along with additonal facilities, is deemed necessary if the stadium is to retain its place as a world leader.
- 835 reads
Richmond Football Club vows to exit Punt Road Oval if Jack Dyer Stand can't be demolished
Article about Richmond Football Club's proposal to redevelop its ground to create a larger playing area, comparable to that of the MCG. This will necessitate the demolition of the Jack Dyer Stand, which will be replaced with a stand of twice the capacity. The club claims that there is no other way to achieve its aims and if demolition is refused it will be forced to leave
- 1053 reads
Marlion House sold
Article reporting that the Krongold family has sold its offices at Marlion House, 33-41 Agnes Street, East Melbourne (Jolimont). The price is given at around $25 million. Originally the building was a warehouse belonging to Griffiths Bros, tea merchants, and was later used by the Herald and Weekly Times, it was converted to offices in 1988.
- 1136 reads
St Hilda's for sale
An article reporting that the Police Association intends selling its building at 1 Clarendon Street, East Melbourne.
- 1240 reads
St Hilda's sold
An article reporting the sale of St Hilda's, 1 Clarendon Street, East Melbourne to Elizabeth Ring, ex-wife of Stephen Ring, a major shareholder in Swisse Vitamins before its sale. Price believed to be in excess of $22 million.
- 1350 reads
Victorian History Journal December 2025
Articles on aspects of Victoria's history
This issue focuses on Understanding Victoria. Themes discussed include the 50th Anniversary of the Victorian Heritage Register; colonisation; immigration.
- 807 reads
The Pavilion, Fitzroy Gardens
Souvenir postcard of the new kiosk in the Fitzroy Gardens built in 1964. It replacecd the old kiosk, built in 1907, which was considered dark and old-fashioned. It has now been remodelled to become the high-end Yiaga Restaurant.
- 695 reads
East Melbourne, Wellington Parade 108, Tullyvallin
Auction brochure for the sale of Thorlinda, 108 Wellington Parade dated 8 October 1918.
Original is part of the Sydney Arnold Best Collection, Melbourne University Archives
- 281 reads
East Melbourne Library, 2003
Colour photo of the old East Melbourne library. It was built in 1964 and demolished to make way for a new library.
- 223 reads
The Sporting Precinct, c.1973
This view of the sporting precinct and Jolimont was taken circa 1973. It shows the extensive changes that have happened to the area since.
Starting at the bottom of the image and working south towards the river, the first thing to notice is that on the site of the landmark Cliveden Mansions construction of the Hilton on the Park, now the Pullman Hotel, is still underway.
- 228 reads
Attribution, Pedigree and Legacy: interpreting 190 George Street, East Melbourne
An historical and architectural study of 190 George Street, East Melbourne. Includes information about the original owner and her family, subsequent owners, the architect and stylistic influences.
- 236 reads
Mystery photos
Newspaper article about the discovery of 240 mystery negatives depicting Melbourne scenes from the 1930s. They were donated to the East Melbourne Library where librarians and volunteers uncovered the story behind them and identified the subject matter. Louise McKenzie was the donor and the photos are now referred to as the McKenzie Collection.
- 26 reads
MCG plans for a new stand
Article reporting on plans to replace the Shane Warne stand (Great Southern Stand) at the MCG. Told against a history of the ground and its many changes.
- 29 reads
East Melbourne, Gipps Street 090
Real estate article showcasing 90 Gipp Street and its recent interior make-over by desiger Sue Carr.
- 29 reads
East Melbourne, Hotham Street 151
Real estate article advertising the forthcoming sale of apartment 5, 151 Hotham Street, East Melbourne.
- 26 reads
East Melbourne, Simpson Street 029-37
Article on current activity in the commercial real estate market includes item reporting that the property at 29-37 Simpson Street, once known as the Cliveden Hill Hospital, was back on the market with a permit to split it into three houses.
- 33 reads
East Melbourne, Hotham Street 179-183. Land for sale
Article on current activity in the commercial real estate market includes item headed Grassy Oasis reporting that the vacant land at 179-183 Hotham Street is for sale. Item gives a brief history of the site. Item also refers to other sales in the area:
St Hilda's, 1-19 Clarendon Street
Cliveden Hill Hospital, 29 Simpson Street
- 12 reads
East Melbourne, George Street 194. Renovation
Article showcasing renovation of house at 194 George Street under the direction of Byrne architects.
- 12 reads
East Melbourne, Berry Street 020. For sale
Advertisement for sale of house at 20 Berry Street by expressions of interest closing 22 November 2022
- 7 reads
East Melbourne, Albert Street 370. New apartments
Advertisement for a block of new apartments underway. The address is given as 370 Albert Street but the development spreads behind the houses at 364 and 366 Albert Street.
- 4 reads
Roccella. Restaurant review
Review of Roccella the restaurant that occupies the ground floor of the apartments at 150 Clarendon Street. The restaurant specialises in pizza but serves other dishes as well. The review concentrates on pizza.
The restaurant is run by Francesco Crifo and brothers Joe and Bruno Ceraso.
- 3 reads