Abandoned buildings in the CBD are creating controversy in the wake of many newly approved developments. While planning goes ahead for new skyscrapers such as “Tower Melbourne”, many buildings lay decaying in the heart of our state capital. “12 to 14 of buildings are currently listed as abandoned in the Central Business District” says Joe [...]
There are many factors which impact the robustness of an economy whether it’s on a local, global or national scale. And there’s the general consensus governing bodies hold the obligation of ensuring that economic turmoil is trumped by liquidity and fiscal prosperity; one might say it’s a basic, inherent governmental duty. Many cite the global [...]
Australian football (soccer) has kicked many goals in a season disrupted by relentless media attention on crowd behaviour. Buoyed by the success of expansion club Western Sydney Wanderers, along with marquee players Alessandro Del Piero, Emile Heskey and Shinji Ono, the A-league has enjoyed improved playing standards and record crowd and TV figures. Despite [...]
Red Bull, Lotus, Ferrari and RMIT might not appear to have a whole lot in common, but the latter is rapidly gaining respect for its breakthroughs in the racing industry. This year RMIT’s racing teams were represented at the Formula 1 Grand Prix Educational Expo, alongside universities from across Australia who compete in the Formula Society of Automotive Engineers Australasia (FSAE-A). What is the FSAE-A? [...]
Some recognize the beginning of autumn with a change in the weather but Melbourne marks the season with a spectacle of glitz and glamour, instead of leaves on the pavement there’s a trail of glitter. With hundreds of shows, racks of clothes and a multitude of models the L’Oreal Melbourne Fashion Festival is one of [...]
Have you got a sport in your life you’ll never say goodbye to? Naomi Eaton does. Playing soccer since she was eight years old, Naomi believes the sport will always be a part of her life. Watch her story here.
Listen to today’s City Journal PM news with David Ross and Brittany Stewart. Produced by Cameron Magusic – RMIT engineering students react to Ford closure – Arrest of two men in relation to Woolwich beheading – US Boy Scouts allow gay youths click here
