COMPETITION JOIN THE INFERNO WITH TANGO FIRE DIRECT from Buenos Aires, Tango Fire is coming to the Arts Centre Melbourne in August for a strictly limited season. Featuring the worlds greatest tango dancers and musicians, Tango Fire sizzles with sensuous dance... Page 2

Gearing up for fight TWIN multistorey developments that threaten the connectivity of one of Melbournes premier cycling trails have been criticised by community groups and two neighbouring councils. Developer Salta Properties has proposed a nine-storey development at... Page 1

Farm losing the plot COMMUNITY gardeners at Collingwood Childrens Farm are digging in over a plan to submerge some of their plots under more than a million litres of water. Under the farms proposed landscape masterplan, a new billabong and pasture would cover some of... Page 1

Laneway garden uprooted A RETIRED social worker has been told to pay a council fee of $302 for a fruit and vegetable garden she cultivated in a disused laneway behind her home. Carlton Norths Jane Miller, an Order of Australia recipient, has since dug up the garden she used... Page 1

Love strong for slain son THE father of a Fitzroy taxi driver slain in an incident that has devastated Melbournes Somali community wants his son to be remembered as a loving family and community man. Muktar Hussen shared a bond with his oldest child Mohamud Muketar (inset) as... Page 1

Volunteer in fight for a future A VOLUNTEER chef who cooks for disadvantaged people fears he could be killed if deported back to his home country of Sri Lanka. Kalai Murugaiah said the Department of Immigration told him last month he needed to leave Australia or face being deported... Page 1

Chasing shadows A 147-YEAR-OLD bowling club could lose its grass greens - considered among the best in Melbourne - if a new multistorey high school is built. Studies commissioned during planning for the new Richmond High School show the Richmond Union Bowling Clubs... Page 1

Battlers given a platform AN ONLINE media project will be able to share the stories from some of Melbournes most disadvantaged communities after winning a $1000 grant from Leader Community News. Behind The Label was established last year and aims to challenge mainstream media... Page 1

Traders budget hit YARRA Council wants to slug ratepayers with a suite of new fees as part of this years budget, while sports clubs would be charged to train under lights. The proposed new fees include $100 for the use of footpath heaters, $200 for footpath awnings,... Page 1

One last shot JAMES Stanton wants to cap off his career on a high. Going into his third Olympics, Stanton knows this his last crack at water polo glory after disappointing finishes at his previous two Games. The national team, the Sharks, placed ninth at the... Page 1

FEED MELBOURNE APPEAL These are just some of the thousands of people who have been helped by charities that received Feed Melbourne Appeal grants last year. Even in the worlds most liveable city there are many families, pensioners and single people struggling to put food... Page 1

Noise anger builds CONSTRUCTION noise from the building boom in the inner city is forcing some residents to stay away from home. One cafe is considering closing its doors, saying the noise has had a "crippling" effect on business. People living near the Neometro... Page 1

Delay hits CCTV bid VICTORIA St traders are angry a report into CCTV cameras to tackle drug problems on the strip has been indefinitely delayed. Business owners have said the strip has become known for "ice" and protested on March 9 for CCTV. Yarra Mayor Roberto Colanzi... Page 1

Site set for stadium A FITZROY North building that has been vacant for almost 20 years could become an indoor sports stadium. Places Victoria, the State Governments property development agency, has written to Yarra Council with plans to develop the 3.9ha Gas and Fuel... Page 1

Hospital park hit HEARTLESS vandals have targeted a Parkville playground used by sick kids at The Royal Childrens Hospital and families staying at Ronald McDonald House. A climbing rope at the Royal Park Nature Playground, near the intersection of Gatehouse St and... Page 1

Heat on ice trade VICTORIA St traders say the shopping strip, once famous for its food, is now "famous for its ice". About 40 traders protested on the steps of Richmond Town Hall in 39C heat on Tuesday, calling for CCTV cameras to be installed to combat the ongoing... Page 1

Push on for school FRUSTRATED parents have launched a campaign for the State Government to build a school at Docklands. The Government announced last week its review into the need for a school at Docklands had moved to stage two four years after the City of Melbourne... Page 1

Looking for cash Look B4 U Open Door campaigners are hoping to stick more of their cycling safety messages along Melbourne streets. The group is one of many in the running for a Leader Local Grant. Page 1

How slow can you go. YARRA Council will push ahead with a trial of a 30km/h zone and more painted roads in Fitzroy next year, as part of a suite of traffic treatments to improve safety for pedestrians, cyclists and vehicles. Yarra Mayor Roberto Colanzi said there had been... Page 1

Pup is a shoo-in Valentine has been trying on boots for the annual Lead the Way walk in Yarra Bend Park later this month. Among pet rescue groups joining the walk this year are Victorian Dog Rescue, Oscars Law and, of course, Valentines favourite, the Chihuahua... Page 1

Bridge drops value ALPHINGTON residents, shocked by the State Governments plans to build a six-lane river crossing closer to homes than undeveloped land, are reconsidering life in the leafy suburb. Some in the family-friendly suburb are already talking of moving out,... Page 1

Drawn together LEARN to create characters with illustrators including Leigh Hobbs or line up for domino day in the city. Page 1

Party time at the zoo ITS time to party with the animals at Werribee Open Range Zoos Rhythm of Africa nights. And children can be inspired to explore the world through activities at Scienceworks. Page 1

Brennan kicking goals KATIE Brennan moved from the sunshine state to Melbourne to pursue her football dreams. Now, as the AFL prepares to introduce a national womens competition, the 23-year-old is one of the countrys hottest prospects. Page 1

Holiday adventures OUR summer guide covers everything from NGVs art exhibition featuring Andy Warhol and Ai Weiweis favourite felines to Melbournes best zoos. Page 1

Fairy fields at gardens of delight TINKERBELL and friends are winging their way to the Royal Botanic Gardens, and you can meet your cricket heroes at the G. Page 1

Akechs great goal A SURVIVOR of the Sudanese Civil War will return to his hometown this month with the hope of completing a basketball court for young people in the remote village. Collingwood basketballer Akech Manyiel will leave Melbourne on New Years Eve with the... Page 1

Super suburb site PLANS to double the population of Alphington have been given the green light by Yarra Council. The development of the 16.4ha former Alphington Paper Mill is set to contain 2500 homes in buildings up to 14 storeys; 13,000 sq m of retail space including... Page 1

Wiggly giggles REV up the big red car for The Wiggles, see films under the stars at Moonlight Cinema and go Nordic at the Swedish Christmas Bazaar. Page 1

Christmas list WATCH The Listies Ruin Christmas, go to the Minecraft event Openworld or visit the Gingerbread Village. Page 1

Lentil battle hots up THE much-loved Lentil As Anything restaurant is facing the prospect of closing after its landlord put its site out to lease. The Abbotsford Convent Foundation, Lentils management, announced last month it was undertaking a Request For Proposal process... Page 1

Hats off to long shot SCOTT Jenkes feet have not touched the ground since 3.10pm last Tuesday. The Fitzroy North engineer was one of six mates in a syndicate of Melbourne Cup-winning horse Prince Of Penzance, who caused one of the great upsets in the $6.2 million... Page 1

A Bridge Rd too far. A CONTROVERSIAL shop that sells fake urine and detox shampoo to help people pass drugs tests has been welcomed by the Bridge Road Traders Association. Freos Finest opened its doors on Bridge Rd, Richmond, last week to a mixed reaction. Association... Page 1

Yellow brick road YARRA Council has splashed almost $23,000 on a laneway in Cremorne as part of a pilot project to let motorists know it is not a "typical road". The entrances to Walnut St have been painted bright yellow with splashes of white, orange and red, with the... Page 1

Mill site road rage A SIX-LANE expansion of the Chandler Highway could be built on the doorstep of more than 200 homes, under VicRoads preferred option for the $110 million upgrade. West Alphington homeowners have been rallying for the upgrades to be built on the... Page 1

Great for a hub A GROUP of neighbours is pushing for a heritage-listed house in Richmond - worth about $1.7 million - to be bought for a community hub. The property at 36 Lesney St is due to be auctioned on Saturday, but a community group is hopeful the house, which... Page 1

Party a grand idea A MAJOR inner-city thoroughfare would be shut down under a proposal to create a street party as part of the AFL Grand Final celebrations. Swan St would become a carnival for the Saturday afternoon and early evening as part of a family-friendly event,... Page 1

Cuppa of cuteness AUSTRALIAS first bunny cafe could hop into Fitzroy with the organisers hoping people will be all ears. As cat cafes spring up in Melbourne and Sydney, Olinda rabbit lovers David Johnson and Helen Hu are planning on a haven for bunnies and... Page 1

Doggone gates back GATES will be reinstalled at Citizens Park despite fights over dog poo left on sporting grounds. Yarra Council removed gates more than a year ago hoping it would encourage dog owners to show more control over their pets, due to complaints of dog poo... Page 1

Final hurdle FENCED-IN Abbotsford apartment dwellers will soon have a newfound freedom as the barrier blocking the front entrance to their home will be removed by Friday. For almost two months people living in a Trenerry Cres apartment have had to exit straight on... Page 1

Push to link housing PRESSURE is mounting on the State Government to use vacant houses acquired for the defunct East West Link to reduce the squeeze on Melbournes public housing waiting list. Yarra Council has called on the Government to either transfer the houses to the... Page 1

Its game on for girls THE success of womens footy has filtered down to the junior ranks, with the Richmond Junior Football Club hopeful of registering its first girls teams for the 2016 season. The club already has 47 expressions of interest from girls for an under-12s... Page 1

Tall tales from storytellers tent THE Story Peddlers Tent sets up camp in Fed Square for the Writers Festival, celebrate our citys 180th at Melbourne Day and its full steam ahead at the Hurstbridge Wattle Festival. Page 1

Dont fence us in PRAM-PUSHING parents and a woman in a wheelchair are forced to dangerously exit an Abbotsford apartment building on to a road after a fence built next door completely blocked their front entrance. People living in Trenerry Cres say they got the shock... Page 1

Dight St drug dens ELDERLY people living in Collingwood housing commission flats say they are living in fear as people use their foyers as drug dens due to a lack of security. Doors at the Dight St flats have no locks or swipe access, which a long-term resident says... Page 1

Battle for teen COLLINGWOODS Jarrod Fogarty is in the fight of his life. The 16-year-old has been told he will need a liver transplant before the end of the year or he will die. Seven years ago Jarrod was diagnosed with primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC) - a... Page 1

Dinosaur roar STOMP in to Erths Dinosaur Zoo, dance at The Princess Ball and have a blast with The Rrrrrockets. Page 1

Stadium slam dunk COLLINGWOOD Basketball Association is a step closer to having the stadium it "critically" needs. The State Government last week announced a $25,000 grant for a feasibility study into the long-awaited project at Collingwood College. The grant matches... Page 1

Nothing sweet in syringes NOVELTY syringes discarded outside her shop on Brunswick St have become a flashpoint for one long-serving Fitzroy retailer. The plastic syringes are from ice-cream store N2 Extreme Gelato, which provides the syringes to pump topping on to... Page 1

Concrete jungle KIDS have nothing to play on but large concrete blocks at a Collingwood park, which parents are worried theyll "smash themselves on". A group of Collingwood parents have started a campaign for play equipment at Peel Street Park, which Yarra Council... Page 1

On Maddies team MUSIC guru Molly Meldrum has lent his support to Maddie Riewoldts Vision to help find a cure for bone marrow failure. The passionate St Kilda fan has added a tribute on his Richmond front fence, painting the words "In Memory of Maddie" alongside the... Page 1

History up for sale A LANDMARK Carlton North mansion is expected to smash the record for the biggest sale in the suburb with a price tag of more than $5 million. Ariston, an eight-bedroom, four-bathroom mansion at 86 Bowen Cres, is on the market for the first time in 30... Page 1

Baits are a dog act RICHMOND police have stepped up patrols in a popular off-leash dog park after a number of potentially fatal baits were found. The most recent discovery came on Wednesday when a Richmond Primary School teacher found a hook concealed in meat in Allan... Page 1

Ballet dream comes true THE Australian Ballet tells a donkeys tale with a Shakespearean twist in The Dream, see giant endangered pandas in 3D at IMAX Melbourne, and roll up for circus arts on the menu in Last Orders! Page 1

Crafternoon delight LET your budding artist bloom at NGV Australias Etsy Craft Party, Chalk About will draw you to the Arts Centre or have a whale of a time at Experience Antarctica. Page 1

Street scenes THE City of Yarras vibrant street art scene is about to get even more colourful, with the potential for graffiti tours and more commissions. The council unanimously agreed on the Graffiti Management Framework 2015-19, to promote street art in the... Page 1

Flick the switch THE rebirth of the iconic Nylex clock could be just 46 days away. Yarra Council is negotiating with Caydon, the new owners of the site, about turning the Richmond clock on for the Leaps And Bounds Music Festival from July 3 -19, with the chance it... Page 1

Tall stories SKYHIGH Mt Dandenong has a childrens book festival, light a lantern for Buddhas Day and click with Lego. Page 1