VAFA Round 4 of the Division 4 Women’s competition saw Beaumaris and Westbourne each go a game clear of the rest of the pack on the ladder Westbourne Grammarians simply outclassed Oakleigh on Saturday morning at Scammel Reserve boasting a 101-point victory Whilst the points piled on were all class from Westbourne what was even more impressive was their defensive structure and ability to keep Oakleigh scoreless throughout the match The win was characterised by exhilarating connection across the ground and forwards who sought to fill their boots after their Round 3 match was decided by forfeit Westbourne’s victory was typified by a great spread of goal-kickers with Isabelle Choate continuing her impressive season booting 3 majors in the win Karla Templeton and Chloe Weston-Sirett all hit the scoreboard twice with Charlotte Chow and Nicky Porter chiming in with a goal each Oakleigh coach Gavin Kenny noted their struggle to compete was underpinned by an amounting injury toll leaving Oakleigh with 14 fit players at the final siren the young team fought it out to the end and showed a lot of character” Kenny said these efforts demonstrate there is light at the end of the tunnel for the misfiring Oakleigh with just the one win to speak of JL Murphy Reserve played host to the match of the round between the Port Melbourne Chargers and Fitzroy fresh off their 4 goal away win against Monash Blues knew they were to be challenged by 5th placed Fitzroy The two similarly placed teams played out an exciting contest with Fitzroy clinging on to an 8-point margin that proved enough at the final siren defeating the Chargers 7.6 (48) – 5.10 (40) This upset victory over Port Melbourne came at a vital time for Fitzroy who even the ledger at 2 wins and 2 losses for the season to date Port Melbourne were left to rue their inaccuracy at the sticks as demonstrated by their 10 behinds Evie Deasey and Annabelle Davey ensured Port Melbourne were kept at arm’s length throughout the final term Fitzroy’s captain Kristen Peake was again inspirational in the victory kicking a much-needed goal when Port Melbourne competed hard in the second half The 8-point loss certainly didn’t deter the fighting spirit within Port Melbourne as Tanisha Clark Jemima Ross and Nikki Wallace performed admirably in the loss All tied up on 4 points coming into Round 4 the St Kevin’s and Preston Bullants fixture still promised to deliver a highly skilled game at the behest of their supporters the first quarter delivered more of a contested game than both teams would have desired as the game was largely played between the arcs Preston opened the goal scoring in the 2nd term at the 4th minute mark which was quickly responded by St Kevin’s Molly McLean to cut the margin back to 3 points at half time but we couldn’t score as St Kevin’s pushed numbers back to defend desperately.” However the game was broken open in the third term through Preston’s greater forward pressure and a terrific goal from Sadie Gray boundary-side Preston had shut the door on St Kevin’s early in the final quarter when Hollie Thompson’s 3rd goal for the day sailed through Thompson continues her impressive goal-kicking form making that 6 for the year the consistent forward pressure to lock the ball into Preston’s forward half proved decisive for what was otherwise a close contest with the final scoreboard reflecting 2.0 (12) to 5.4 (34) The matchup between Old Xaverians and West Brunswick set for Basil Reserve was over before it even started West Brunswick were handed the points in another unfortunate Old Xavierians forfeit In another one-sided affair in Div 4 Women’s the high-flying Beaumaris were dominant again on Saturday afternoon at Banksia Reserve handing out a 75-point drubbing of Monash Blues Beaumaris’ six scoring shots to Monash’s 0 in the opening term foreshadowed a big day out for the Sharks’ forwards The under-siege Monash backline did well to keep Beaumaris goal-less for the first quarter Beaumaris broke the shackles in the second term booting 3.5 to lead by 29 at the main change Isabella Allan delivered another 5-goal haul to pile on the pain for Monash Allan’s season tally stands at 12 goals from 3 games The Monash challenge was never really that potent as Beaumaris booted another 4 goals to extend the margin to 55 points at three quarter time Tess Cahill and Maya Buhl were all pivotal in the 75-point win for Beaumaris It will take a lot of stopping to curtail the impact of these women in future fixtures as Beaumaris finish Round 4 sitting pretty at the top of the Division 4 ladder Who is going to challenge Beaumaris in Season 2025 the message was loud and clear: footy is about mateship Old Haileybury continued their promising return to Premier Men’s with an impressive wire-to-wire win over University Blacks at Princes Park Division 2 Men’s is producing some must watch football the Unicorns claimed their third consecutive The VAFA acknowledge the traditional owners of country Get the latest news to your email inbox FREE The Fitzroy Rowing Course lies between the Eden Bann Weir and Fitzroy Barrage where […] Get an all ACCESS PASS to the News and your Digital Edition with an online subscription Get an all access pass to the News and your Digital Edition with an online subscription it’s my dream and has been in the making for the last 10 years,” Fhred Batalona tells Broadsheet “My mum, Alma, is my inspiration,” Batalona says. “She was a chef, and I remember being in the kitchen with her at such a young age when she would make silogs for breakfast The smell of garlic fried rice in the morning is a core memory.” travel spots and more – curated by those who know a clever metaphor for being proud to showcase Filipino culture and cuisine in its entirety days at Palay start with silog (fried egg and garlic fried rice) served with atchara (pickled green papaya) and a choice of beef tapa or pork tocino both marinated for a minimum of 24 hours for max flavour Twenty-four hours also go into the pandesal here proved twice and covered in panko breadcrumbs prior to baking for extra crunch longganisa (sweet and garlicky pork sausage) cheddar cheese and house-made banana ketchup Coffee comes solely from farms in the Philippines and gets roasted in Melbourne by Akasya Kape or on the Gold Coast by First Harvest plus calamansi iced tea and lattes infused with pandan or ube Back to the banana ketchup, though. It’s something of a phenomenon itself. Created during World War II when tomatoes were scarce and expensive to import it’s become one of the Philippines’s most beloved condiments developed a keen following during the first Palay pop-ups with 200 people on the waitlist to acquire a bottle for home (Ask to be put on the list when you visit.) is another condiment people can’t stop talking about Other dishes on the dinner menu include the underrated chicken pyanggang a grilled dish from Mindanao (southern Philippines) made with burnt coconut sauce for an earthy a sizzling pork belly and ear hotplate with a perfectly soft onsen egg wobbling on top The restaurant is still waiting on a liquor licence, but in the meantime there’s a house-made guava-lychee-calamansi soda, Non’s outstanding wine alternatives and other soft drinks palay.com.au/ 13 Melbourne Bars, Bakeries and Restaurants That Opened or Closed in April 32 of the Hottest Dishes and Drinks in Melbourne Right Now Menu Reveal: Five Things To Order at Junda Khoo’s Ho Liao 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company has not disclosed how much it paid for the site that has a permit for 200 units across 11 storeys.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAmenities including a residents’ lounge and a ground-floor garden and courtyard are part of the approved scheme.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePembroke also owns 20 Martin Place in Sydney made in 2011.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePembroke senior vice-president Jack Clark confirmed the company was keen to acquire more assets in Australia as part of its global plans.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“We have a strong appetite for more residential development opportunities and are focused on the US \",\"alt\":\"Pembroke has bought Greystar out of its Fitzroy build-to-rent project at 155 Johnston Street \",\"imageDesc\":\"Pembroke has bought Greystar out of its Fitzroy build-to-rent project at 155 Johnston Street Lendlease’s third residential building in the Collins Wharf precinct of Victoria Harbour.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 28-storey building at 971 Collins Street in Melbourne’s Docklands will deliver 312 homes in a mix of one two and three-bedroom apartments as well as townhouses and penthouses.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAccording to Lendlease the project has already secured more than 50 per cent in presales.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHickory is the construction contractor—it completed the precinct’s first development in 2019 and is also working on LendLease’s second tower Regatta.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor Ancora Hickory is implementing several technical construction methods including various piling techniques and precast concrete solutions that enable a parallel-track construction program.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe building’s facade designed by architect Warren and Mahoney uses a three-stage design incorporating double-glazed glass and textured precast concrete with Reckli and brick finishes.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe structural design transitions from a solid podium base to lighter upper levels “reflecting a maritime theme” aligned with the Collins Wharf design objectives.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAncora will connect to the neighbouring Regatta development via a podium allowing resident access to shared amenities.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned as an all-electric building that includes electric vehicle infrastructure the development is targeting a 5 Star Green Star certification Completion is expected in 2027.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRegatta including build-to-rent and build-to-sell units.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eExtensive wharf works including remediation of pre-existing wharf piles installation of raker piles and construction of the extension to Australia Walk are also part of the project.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTechnical challenges include constructing on the finger wharf and co-ordinating extensive above-wharf road reserve and public parkland works.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Collins Wharf precinct will ultimately comprise six residential buildings of more than 1800 homes surrounded by over 5000sq m of parks and community space.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLendlease is developing the parkland concurrently with the residential components including the extension of Australian Walk that forms part of the City of Melbourne’s Greenline project.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLendlease executive director of development Adam Williams said Collins Wharf “is fast becoming a sought-after address .. which took just a handful of hours to emerge on Saturday night the Coalition’s failure to sway voters has come under intense scrutiny.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts lack of policies around property that resonated with voters has been a large part of that criticism.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAmong those policies was a $5-billion infrastructure program to unlock up to 500,000 new homes was greeted with no small amount of scepticism.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Coalition also campaigned on its previously revealed plan to allow first home buyers to draw down on their superannuation giving access to up to $50,000 to help fund mortgage deposits.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhile that proposal had won some support it got the thumbs down from many of Australia’s top economists who said the measure could prove highly inflationary among other issues.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSimilarly its plan to allow mortgage interest for first home buyers to be tax-deductible was roundly criticised for its likely inflationary and regressive effects.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt has also been pointed out that the Coalition’s rejection of the Green’s policies around housing supply affordable housing and help for renters did it no favours.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe ALP went to the polls spruiking an extension of schemes introduced during its previous term including a $10-billion promise for its first-home buyers’ scheme to encourage 100,000 more 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legislation is needed to support the delivery of Labor’s $10-billion 100,000 new homes commitment—then pass it through the parliament now and get on with it.”\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe states have made many changes to how they enable home development The Federal Government’s support of that is crucial to its success material supply assistance or any other factor that affects getting homes out of the ground.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis has been a pivotal election Then Cities for Total Fan Immersion\",\"slug\":\"billionaire-arsenal-rams-denver-nuggets-sports-anchored-precincts\",\"datePublished\":\"2025-04-30T00:00+10:00\",\"tags\":[],\"summary\":\"Why your next home might be stadium-adjacent; sports are the hook The 2600sq m parcel at 155 Johnston Street is less than 2km from the CBD where Pembroke owns the T&G Building at 161 Collins Street Pembroke bought fellow global build-to-rent player Greystar out of the project but has retained Greystar as project manager The acquisition is part of a global diversification strategy for Pembroke Those properties are at 95 per cent and 96 per cent occupancy respectively “Addressing a chronic shortage of housing is high on the Australian Government’s agenda as we double down on our global diversification strategy,” Pembroke regional director for Australia Joe Fitzpatrick said “This acquisition establishes a strong foothold for Pembroke in the Australian build-to-rent market.” The company has not disclosed how much it paid for the site CoreLogic property records show it last changed hands in May of 1988 for $1.1 million Pembroke is working on a masterplanned build-to-rent community for the site that has a permit for 200 units across 11 storeys and a ground-floor garden and courtyard are part of the approved scheme Pembroke also owns 20 Martin Place in Sydney Pembroke senior vice-president Jack Clark confirmed the company was keen to acquire more assets in Australia as part of its global plans “We have a strong appetite for more residential development opportunities and are focused on the US Greystar has several build-to-rent projects in Melbourne including a project with UEM Sunrise at Collingwood It moved into the purpose-built student accommodation market last year which sold for $1,751,000 after fierce bidding in front of a large crowd The two-bedroom house at 90 Scotchmer Street had a large rear garden and sunroom and modern kitchen and bathroom. Jellis Craig agent and auctioneer Charles Atkins listed the home for sale with a quoted price range of $1.4 million to $1.5 million. which was quickly followed by a $1.55 million offer Five buyers traded nearly 40 bids over about 15 minutes The opening bidder successfully fended off all other buyers despite several attempts at knock-out bids “It was a home that’s probably been missing in the marketplace for some time and that’s why I feel like we had plenty of buyers that have come out of the woodwork today,” Atkins said They paid $251,000 more than the vendor’s reserve price Fitzroy North was recently crowned the most liveable suburb in Melbourne The auction was one of 775 scheduled in Melbourne this week Domain Group recorded a preliminary auction clearance rate of 72.7 per cent from 476 reported results throughout the week Withdrawn auctions are counted as unsold properties when calculating the clearance rate Sydney and Melbourne lead sustainable apartment housing boom Why luxury apartments are embracing pet perks Investors sell $4.3 million Drummoyne waterfront apartment at auction Sprawling apartment in Brisbane’s bohemian suburb sells for millions Frank Body co-founders list Melbourne home for $3.95m-$4.3m investors and first home buyers competed for a three-bedroom home The house at 3 Radiata Street had a large block that could be subdivided, and attracted six bidders. 1 Bath2 ParkingView listing O’Brien agent Mark Burke had the sale; he listed the home for sale with a quoted price range of $550,000 to $605,000 Burke said the auction opened with a bid of $540,000 It sold to a Melbourne investor for $701,200 “Stock is low and 50 per cent of the buyers were from Sydney Then you had Melbourne investors and first home buyers,” he said “People are scared the prices are going to go up more “I wouldn’t be surprised that at the end of the year those houses that are worth $700,000 are worth $750,000.” Burke said the investor buyers were considering developing the block in future a large apartment sold for $1.01 million to an owner-occupier in a quick competition with assertive bidding The two-bedroom unit at 307/1 Palmer Street had a flexible floor plan, a third room which could be used as a study or spare bedroom, and a leafy outlook over Palmer Street. BigginScott agent and auctioneer Andrew Crotty listed the property for sale with a quoted price range of $950,000 to $1 million. 2 Baths1 ParkingView listing The auction began with a bid at the bottom of range The second bidder countered with a $975,000 offer The opening bidder then raised the price to $980,000 a man buying on behalf of a younger family member who would live in the home I think it’s his second home,” Crotty said He’s got his family here with him which is terrific “The underbidder has been through several times I think they respect the fact that it’s a really quality build.” The unit was a tenanted investment property and the residents’ lease was expected to end in a couple of months the price of a family home passed its reserve with one bid The three-bedroom house at 41 Charmaine Avenue was listed with a quoted price range of $850,000 to $935,000 and sat on a large 535-square-metre block. Jas Stephens listing agent George Alexander said the opening bid of $1,015,000 knocked out a lot of competition. 2 Baths4 ParkingView listing He said the reserve was set at $950,000. “What I think it was, and a lot of locals were telling me this because this is the first time I’ve sold in Avondale, is that this pocket is a blue-ribbon pocket,” Alexander said. Two bidders competed to push the price to $1,117,000, he said, and it sold to the opening bidder. They were from out of the area and saw the house for the first time only on Saturday. “At the end of the day, it’s still 500 square metres and a nice house which you can just move into, and it’s hard to get that for $1 million these days,” Alexander said. The information on this website is intended to be of a general nature only and doesn't consider your objectives, financial situation or needs. where we are privileged to live and operate an up-and-coming chef is spotlighting real-deal Filipino flavours at his new spot off Smith Street in Fitzroy snacky night menus and wallet-friendly prices Remove items from your saved list to add more Add articles to your saved list and come back to them anytime “One thing that’s happening with the Filipino [food] movement is that we’re trying to fuse it so much,” says Batalona People are now looking for something a bit more just true and authentic.” Tapsilog is a popular breakfast of beef skewers banana ketchup and pickles.Joe ArmaoThe star of the brunch menu is arroz caldo a nourishing Filipino chicken rice porridge that reminds Batalona of home In place of the traditional glutinous rice Filipino head chef John Salang uses arborio leaning into his experience cooking Italian food It’s flavoured with a heady hit of ginger and fish sauce before the warming bowl is topped with boiled eggs From 5pm, a Filipino “tapas” menu kicks in. Sydney rock oysters are dressed with an adobo sauce that “slaps you in the face”. Sizzling sisig combines pig’s ear cheek and belly into an unctuous dish that gets extra smoky from being fired by the grill From sisig to lechon (suckling pig), many popular Filipino foods are meaty But Palay has a “secret” vegan menu to cater to plant-based fans The above-mentioned arroz caldo uses vegan chicken stock and adobo fried tofu can be added And instead of serving Filipino liver spread with the house-baked pandesal (quintessentially Filipino bread rolls) the vegan alternative is an umami-rich mushroom paste Pandesal can be served with a mushroom spread instead of the usual liver paste.Joe ArmaoHow much does it cost?“We want people to be able to come back,” says Batalona so currently nothing on the menu’s over $30 you could just pop in for a few skewers: the inihaw (grilled) section is priced between $5 and $7 refreshing drinks sold by street vendors across the Philippines A rockmelon version is made by infusing the flesh into sugar syrup The venue sits inside a bluestone building on a quiet Fitzroy side-street.Joe ArmaoWhere should I sit?The front window is where it’s at to get a sense of how the space has been brightened since it was Oko (and before that A small retail section is stocked with locally roasted Akasya Kape coffee beans sourced from the Philippines and imported condiments like Saint C calamansi extract Pork sisig is a cornerstone dish of Filipino cooking.Joe ArmaoWhat else should I know?Once dine-in service hits its stride the team will introduce takeaway coffee and Filipino baked goods including fresh-out-the-oven pandesal in flavours like ube (purple yam) Open brunch Thursday-Sunday; dinner Wednesday-Saturday 135 Greeves Street, Fitzroy, palay.com.au news and the hottest openings served to your inbox CNN and the BBC World Service which is copyright and cannot be reproduced AEST = Australian Eastern Standard Time which is 10 hours ahead of GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) The neat rectangle sitting to the CBD’s north-east offers real estate’s answer to sensory overload for anyone wandering the streets and eyeballing its extravagant mix of multimillion-dollar terrace homes warehouse conversions and everything in between Its 10,431 residents are equally diverse but generally united in their opposition to anything that could be construed as pretentious “Fitzroy people want a venue to feel honest and genuine,” says Grant Turvey of the Castle Group which owns four Fitzroy hospitality venues: classic Johnston Street pub The Rochey Gertrude Street duo Arcadia cafe and Spanish restaurant Andada and Smith Street hole-in-the-wall coffee spot Brewsmith When it came to Turvey’s revamping of the former Rochester Hotel the template was pre-ordained by the marketplace: “Still authentic and a bit grungy but with the right beer on tap and good food Browse Domain’s property and lifestyle magazines Turvey lives close to The Rochey (“Dangerously close,” he admits) and revels in Fitzroy’s famous walkability whether that’s for business or socialising The city-fringe location means popping into the CBD is measured in minutes but there’s plenty anchoring Fitzroy’s people in place “You can find a fantastic $10 ramen or go and spend your weekly earnings at Cutler & Co [now known as plain Cutler] on Gertrude Street for a big night out,” Turvey says The quaint yet coveted eastern Melbourne suburb you’ve barely heard of West Footscray: The trendy family friendly burb outshining it’s bigger sister suburb Crossing the hipster line: why Thornbury is overtaking neighbouring Northcote as the place to be “I could reel off five great date night places and 10 great pubs And there is always something weird happening in a good way “Our neighbours play jazz on their front lawn every month and there’s a community compost across the road “Fitzroy has just got a variety that you don’t think you get many other places with Peter Stephens from Nelson Alexander Fitzroy Moor Street’s one-way section from Brunswick to Nicholson streets is representative of the diversity within Fitzroy, with its mix of architectural styles. There is a lovely tree canopy filtering the western sun as you arrive at Nicholson Street, and the vista opens to the Carlton Gardens. Alta Trattoria, located in Victoria Street just off Brunswick Street, is a northern Italian restaurant with beautiful pasta and incredible wines that’s ideal all year round but brilliant in autumn, heading into winter. It’s a cosy room with excellent staff and a great menu. Fitzroy’s beauty is found in the mix of arts and culture, First Nations heritage, waves of migrants and hospitality and nightlife that bring all together living within close quarters. You may not look like your neighbour, but you’ll find a commonality and a love for this first suburb. 2 Baths1 ParkingView listing An arresting warehouse conversion in a local landmark building has kept the rugged bones, high ceilings and exposed brickwork, and added a contemporary spin that includes two serene upstairs bedrooms. The lushly planted, synthetic-turfed indoor-outdoor dining area plays on Fitzroy’s famous quirkiness, while two living areas separated by a sensational modern kitchen are another highlight. recently hatted Fitzroy North bistroIt’s the final weeks of a 14-year-old favourite that’s been in its “golden period” And what could come next equals a big change in direction ShareFourteen years since opening Pinotta – Fitzroy North’s neighbourhood bistro that earned a hat last year under chef Philippa Sibley – owner Heidi Modra is selling Modra will depart at the end of April while Sibley will finish in mid-May as a prospective buyer looks to flip the St Georges Road venue into a Greek restaurant Pinotta is a Fitzroy North favourite.Bonnie Savage“There was a point last year – even with all the success getting a hat included – of knowing I was meant to be happier about how great the restaurant [was],” says Modra but I realised that no matter how great it is it doesn’t make running a small business any easier “No one’s had a moment to recover post-COVID and every year since has delivered a different struggle I needed to step out of it so I could look back and reflect.” with a layer of hazelnut sponge.Bonnie SavageModra has had the restaurant since 2011 But securing celebrated chef Philippa Sibley in 2023– who’s worked for decades at such Melbourne institutions as Tansy’s Circa the Prince and more – was game-changing “Sibley started last spring and the pairing has turned into a golden period for Pinotta,” Dani Valent wrote in her 2024 review Less than two years since Sibley took over the kitchen Pinotta’s sale is in motion, but it hinges on the transfer of the liquor licence, which has been delayed. Yianni Malindretos – outgoing venue manager at Kafeneion – says he plans to turn the site into a Mediterranean restaurant inspired by his birthplace Questions remain over whether he retains Pinotta’s name and if there’s a brief closure before his restaurant is up and running “The change [to Greek cuisine] isn’t suitable for me,” says Sibley who’s leaving to focus on her catering business and her art which she’s soon to exhibit at North Gallery Philippa Sibley at last November’s Good Food Guide awards where she was nominated for Chef of the Year.Luis Enrique AscuiAdvertisement“I’ve had an absolute blast at Pinotta,” she adds “I get really bored and I have a massive repertoire Modra looks back on 14 years of Pinotta with pride and hopes it will be remembered as a neighbourhood institution “I didn’t think that running a restaurant would give me so much fulfillment,” she says the first dates that have gone on to marriages the hospitality community that’s been around me – there’s legacy in all of those things.” Pinotta has been part of a tight-knit community in Fitzroy North for more than a decade.Bonnie SavageAdvertisementDespite the challenges of operating her own restaurant “I really love hospitality and I want to stay in this industry” Her next step is a job at online wine retailer The Local Drop’s soon-to-open Collingwood cafe and wine bar hatted wine bar Public Wine Shop is also in the midst of change Sydney; Cutler & Co) finishing up this month 32 Best Street, Fitzroy North, pinotta.com “I sound really clichéd, but we really wanted to open a good local restaurant that’s popular not for just 12 months,” Heidi Modra told Broadsheet the year after opening Pinotta in 2011 Well, mission achieved. Over the past 14 years, the little Italian restaurant that could has become a treasured institution for Fitzroy North residents, almost as integral to the village as Piedimonte’s. Modra’s loved her time, but she’s tired. On April 26 she’ll hang up her apron for good and pass the business to Kafeneion’s former venue manager Yianni Malindretos who’s reportedly planning to flip it into a Greek restaurant “There’s been a huge outpouring of love for Pinotta and for me over the past 24 hours She’ll be working the floor at The Local Drop a forthcoming wine bar and bottle shop in Collingwood and having time to do things for myself,” she says “I’m really happy this is how I’m finishing up It feels like I’m finishing on a real positive note.” pinotta.com Bakeries and Restaurants That Opened or Closed in April First Look: Filipino Pop-Up Palay Moves to Fitzroy for Good The ANZAC marquee round in Division 4 kicked off with a highly skilled arm-wrestle between Preston Bullants and Fitzroy As both teams sought to make amends for their Round 2 losses an accurate Fitzroy put the sword to Preston leading 12-7 at the first interval Returning to the field for the first time since an ACL Preston captain Lily Saunders swung momentum back the Bullants way booting her second major for the morning Saunders’ efforts accompanied by goals from Becker-Scott Mellington and Thompson ensured the Bullants held an 8-point lead at the half Fitzroy’s Jessica Calvert was the fire-starter in the third term kicking two consecutive goals to initiate another lead change in favour of the Lions Preston Bullants’ coach Trevor Robinson commended the second-half performance of his side to keep the pressure on Fitzroy despite having one on the bench for the majority of the final term Robinson made sure to highlight Shannon Gore who notched up her 100th career goal for the Bullants a true testament to her efforts week-in-week out at Preston Despite Fitzroy winning the final term by a point the damage had largely been done as Fitzroy triumphed by 11 points at W.R both sides square on 4 points remain in touching distance of the top 4 winners Fitzroy take on 2nd place Port Melbourne Chargers as Preston Bullants will look to return to the winners list against St Kevin’s Unfortunately for the fourth week in a row Old Xaverians were forced to forfeit against Westbourne Grammarians handing the 4 points to Westbourne which will be vital to maintain in this long and competitive season Westbourne will host Port Melbourne Chargers in a mouth-watering clash between 2nd and 3rd place The fans are sure to expect a high scoring and skilled contest Old Xavs have a great opportunity next week against the West Brunswick Magpies at Stradbroke Park Despite misfiring in the first term by delivering 5 behinds without a goal West Brunswick capitalised on their possession dominance in the next three quarters to win by 22 points over St Kevin’s The first major of the day was booted by West Brunswick’s Emma Mannix with Bethany Koff quickly following suit with a major of her own to create a 16-point buffer on St Kevin’s at the main change A score-less third quarter was a testament to the backlines of both sides offering hope for St Kevin’s to translate a strong defence into some forward movement The final term was underpinned by a goal to Han DeBuhr to extend the lead to 22 points at the final siren Holden and Winayakan were among St Kevin’s best withstanding the constant pressure applied by the Magpies all day St Kevin’s with a win under their belt in round 1 will want to taste that winning feeling again against the high-flying Preston next week as the Magpies will face Old Xavs at Stradbroke Park The afternoon timeslot was marked by the Monash Blues contest with 2nd place Port Melbourne Chargers With expectations high on Port Melbourne to come out of the rooms swinging the first quarter was relatively subdued with a singular point scored by Monash to show for at the quarter time break This unexpected start kicked Port Melbourne into gear dominating the scoreboard with a 2.5 goal quarter to a scoreless Monash second term This scoreboard dominance was also reflected in the third term with another 2 goals added to the Port Melbourne goal tally Crucial to the Chargers’ scoreboard ticking over was Maloney Inaccuracy cost the Chargers a big win and a much-needed percentage boost for much of the afternoon Monash ended their day with a major courtesy of Elyse Gordon cutting the margin back to four goals when the siren blew This wave of momentum will hold the Chargers in good stead as they prepare to take on Fitzroy next Saturday they will face table-topping Beaumaris next week looking to claim their elusive victory Beaumaris were flawless in a 123-point shellacking of Oakleigh solidifying their position atop of the Division 4 ladder A five goal to zero opening term set the tone for a big day for Beaumaris Lara Barker (2 goals) and Pippi Barrow (2) were the headline acts in the Beaumaris forward line continuing to pile on the pain for Oakleigh’s backs Beaumaris’ defenders stayed resolute denying any Oakleigh scoring opportunities Despite the constant pressure on the Oakleigh back 6 Oakleigh secretary Craig Robinson praised their efforts citing they “defended hard all day against a more experienced side.” Oakleigh will regroup and take plenty of learnings from Saturday’s result The winning formula is no question thriving at Beaumaris in season 2025 Some interesting matchups await us in Round 4 as Port Melbourne and Fitzroy will do battle at JL Murphy Reserve in the match of the round Prahran’s continued efforts to ‘tread water’ amidst an early-season injury crisis A largely competitive 16.18 (114) to 9.8 (62) loss Rockhampton Regional Council has adopted an action plan to replace the Fitzroy River Buoyed Rowing Course ensuring the Region remains a premier rowing destination.   This decision follows consultation with the Rowing Technical Advisory Group made up of national state and local rowing representatives and technical experts to collaboratively explore solutions for both short and long-term challenges Sport and Public Spaces Councillor Cherie Rutherford said risk management as well as future operations and ownership of the course were prioritised as key considerations during the consultation "The decision to replace the buoyed rowing course with an eight-lane facility reflects our commitment to rowing and Council is working diligently to have the course ready in time for the 2025 regatta season,” Cr Rutherford said “The key regatta event in September will attract over 790 participants and 1,200 spectators to the Region and remains a priority as we work to meet the tight procurement deadlines “We understand the importance of this asset to our rowing community and similarly the economic and community benefit that this sport can bring to our Region “Council acknowledges a replacement course presents the same risks as the last course we will be limiting the time the course remains in the water with priority given to major regattas and national training camps “As part of this decision we will also continue to work with key rowing stakeholders to develop a framework for the future ownership and operations of the course.   “Rowing presents unique challenges for Council due to its environment this plan carefully balances the immediate needs of the rowing community today and Council’s financial and operational responsibilities in the future.” With Council seeking a commitment from both State and National rowing bodies for a schedule of events through to 2034 Cr Rutherford said today’s endorsement of the action plan will allow for the immediate commencement of procurement and construction of the new course.   The replacement course is estimated to cost $150,000 with $20,000 of Council’s sponsorship funds reallocated from the 2025 Regatta towards the new course CEO Rowing Queensland Mr Matt Bialkowski congratulated and thanked the Rockhampton Regional Council following yesterday’s announcement.  “The continued support from Council for Rowing will further strengthen the growth of our sport across Central Queensland via the reestablishment of a rowing course,” Mr Bialkowski said “Rowing Queensland is excited to bring the State Schools Championships to the Fitzroy River in 2025 and 2026 honouring our commitment to the local rowing community following the relocation of the Championship away from Rockhampton as a result of the August 2024 rain event.” Rockhampton Regional Council acknowledges Australia's Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we live 152fb400-5e8f-4c39-97af-1671cc9afbba ' + noBrDesc.replace(/(\r\n|\r|\n){2}((\r\n|\r|\n)+)?/g Fitzroy Town Hall’s The Reading Room will once again present panel talks by celebrated authors journalists and scholarly thinkers on a range of topics from mental health and economics to food They’ll share the ins and outs of running a business in Melbourne’s culinary heart from sourcing ingredients to designing menus From 2pm to 3pm, social researcher and author Rebecca Huntley will follow with insights into her memoir which explores her experience of supervised MDMA therapy to treat PTSD Leading Australian political analyst George Megalogenis will close the day with a talk moderated by Sean Kelly a columnist for The Age and former advisor to Kevin Rudd and Julia Gillard The session will draw from social data and Megalogenis’s most recent Quarterly Essay to explain contemporary political sentiments across the country and examine the future of Australian democracy Every event is free, you just have to register each talk will be Auslan interpreted and is wheelchair accessible More information here Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time The stage and screen performer has sold his suburban idyll in Sydney bought a home in inner-city Melbourne and is ready for a new chapter Todd McKenney has bought a home in Melbourne.Credit: Jellis Craig where he has bought a chic warehouse conversion in a former factory The industrial-style home comes with three bedrooms Fitzroy’s median house price is $1,595,000 but a change of scene from his home in Pymble on Sydney’s upper north shore where he used to hold high-tea soirees for up to 40 people at a time He listed the Sydney suburban residence in spring with a $5 million guide through Paul Langsam and Ben Langsam of Raine & Horne Double Bay The sale was handled by DiJones’ Sophie Su McKenney said he usually stayed in the Elwood and St Kilda area when visiting Melbourne But a stint in Fitzroy North, recently crowned Melbourne’s most liveable suburb working on seasons of Cinderella and Hairspray I thought ‘I could live here’,” the former star of The Boy From Oz and judge on Dancing with the Stars told this masthead Then he did a spell in Richmond while working on a stage production of The Odd Couple He called a real estate agent and put his home on the market “I just wanted to shake my life up a bit.” One advantage of moving to Melbourne is to be closer to his daughter during her Year 12 studies But he is also enamoured with his new residence – purchased through Jellis Craig’s Simon Shrimpton who could not be reached – and is looking forward to being in the heart of the action “I wanted to get back into city fringe-living also praising the vintage stores selling clothes and furniture nearby “I wanted something slightly industrial … I have come from an elegant old farmhouse.” He is already planning some renovation work such as redoing the floors and moving the kitchen to let in more light while keeping the good bones and industrial feel He still owns a shack on the Hawkesbury River that he plans to keep Fitzroy\\u2019s median house price is $1,595,000 but a change of scene from his home in Pymble on Sydney\\u2019s upper north shore where he used to hold high-tea soirees for up to 40 people at a time The sale was handled by DiJones\\u2019 Sophie Su \\u201CI had such a lovely experience there I thought \\u2018I could live here\\u2019,\\u201D the former star of The Boy From Oz and judge on Dancing with the Stars told this masthead \\u201CI just did it on a whim,\\u201D he said \\u201CI just wanted to shake my life up a bit.\\u201D But he is also enamoured with his new residence \\u2013 purchased through Jellis Craig\\u2019s Simon Shrimpton who could not be reached \\u2013 and is looking forward to being in the heart of the action \\u201CI wanted to get back into city fringe-living \\u201CI wanted something slightly industrial \\u2026 I have come from an elegant old farmhouse.\\u201D But he\\u2019s ready for the new adventure Fitzroy’s Johnston & Napier hasn’t been built yet The 10-storey apartment block doesn’t even have a planning permit But that hasn’t stopped the developer from taking nearby live music institution The Night Cat to the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) with claims it’s consistently exceeding noise limits It argued that even though its non-existent building isn’t impacted The Night Cat’s noise output is “substantial” and poses “a risk and harm to the community” VCAT deputy president Teresa Bisucci sided with the developer in her decision writing that The Night Cat had breached the conditions of its permit and there was “no other logical conclusion” In response, The Night Cat owner Justin Stanford has launched a $60,000 Go Fund Me to save the venue “I think it’s going to be fine,” Stanford tells Broadsheet “We’ve done most of the soundproofing we can possibly do on the building But there’s some sound leaking from the toilet windows – we need to seal those up and build these 10-metre-long attenuation tunnels for the exhaust fans to pump the air out of the bathrooms without pumping any bass waves out “With that additional soundproofing and the right monitoring equipment we’re really confident we’ll be able to turn it up as loud as we like and it’ll still be contained within the building and keep us 100 per cent in line with our planning permit The Night Cat’s sound system has been tuned to be less bassy We’re producing too much 63 hertz,” Stanford says “That’s the fun frequencies that hit you on the chest when you’re on the dance floor.” It compels new residential developments within 50 metres of an existing live music venue to take appropriate soundproofing measures it’s responsible for reducing any additional noise caused But according to the developer’s acoustic consultants The Night Cat has been exceeding the limits the developer of Johnston & Napier will soon take on the City of Yarra at VCAT The council previously rejected the building’s planning application The council is expected to further oppose the application on the grounds that Johnston & Napier’s current design has insufficient soundproofing that would put further pressure on The Night Cat Melbourne’s Falastini Food Truck Was Stolen in Preston Early This Morning Legendary Italian-Australian Personality Franco Cozzo Could Be Honoured With a Park Always Have Clean Undies With Melbourne Startup Laundry Project The $15.7 Million narrm ngarrgu Library Opens at Queen Victoria Market stability and flexibility in iconic Fitzroy NorthPresented by Fitzroy & Co by Est A chic new build-to-rent development in the heart of Fitzroy North offers a trendy brand-new opportunity for renters eager to settle in one of Melbourne's most popular cultural hubs Fitzroy & Co by Est a one-of-a-kind build-to-rent (BTR) project is shaping up to be one of the hottest new rental addresses in inner-city Melbourne since launching in October residents have easy access to some of the inner north's best cafes and boutiques while being able to enjoy a village lifestyle in leafy Fitzroy North It's also close to the lush greenery of Darling Gardens and just steps away from the 86 tram The tram takes you directly to the city in under 30 minutes or to the Northcote, Thornbury, and Preston sections of High Street, recently named the world's hippest neighbourhoods by TimeOut Carefully crafted to reflect the character of the local area Fitzroy & Co offers residents a blend of charm and creative flair The interiors are styled by renowned Australian designer Emma Elizabeth while the architectural design is the work of Life Architecture Renters have an abundance of chic and stylish homes to choose from Chief Operating Officer of Salta Properties says the project is "a stylish reflection of the local Fitzroy North identity”," offering brand-new one- and three-bedroom apartments that are benefitted by an abundance of special and shared amenity spaces "We take a lot of pride in what we have created at Fitzroy & Co Understanding the character of the Fitzroy North suburb we wanted to ensure the project had a sense of individuality that would benefit its location," she shares." Fitzroy & Co is designed to attract a diverse range of residents from young professionals and couples to long-term overseas visitors and trendy young families seeking that unique Fitzroy vibe it aims to enrich the lives of its residents by offering a variety of spaces to work "This is a really special first project for us because we could make it quite personal and intimate due to the Fitzroy location," she shares the boutique scale of the project has allowed us to create a residential experience with an exceptional level of personalisation tailored to our diverse range of residents we dedicated a great deal of time considering how to prioritise the residents "Fitzroy & Co exemplifies this vision and the project has been well received by prospective renters,” shared Woodhouse The homes aims to provide choice and community for its residents the resident experience is designed to make daily life as seamless as possible This includes providing residents with support services such as removalists for transportation and furnishing options through Est partner Globe West Apartments can be rented either unfurnished or furnished Fitzroy & Co’s in-house operations team is on hand to perform a list of apartment modifications such as installing TV brackets and arranging for furniture to be assembled "We have a range of floorplans on offer for residents to pick from and all apartments feature balconies with double-glazed sliding doors with dual access to bedrooms and living spaces for an expansive indoor-outdoor living experience All of the additional shared spaces have then been designed to be an extension of the apartments so the whole building will feel like your home,” said Woodhouse including options for wallpaper and modifications by Est's in-house team Another major highlight at Fitzroy & Co is the stunning monochrome art mural that adorns the outside of the building it celebrates the connection between people and is crafted by local First Nations artist and curator Lisa Waup the building features a diverse collection of art pieces hand-picked and designed by First Nations artists—many local and emerging—including Benjamin Baldwin communal areas are fitted with local and vintage finds featuring furniture from designers such as Dowel Jones and Ross Gardam "When you walk through the front doors of Fitzroy & Co there is an immediate sense of familiarity and warmth "You can feel the passion and attention to detail that has gone into every element of the design "Every piece has been chosen to create the building’s distinct personality and a true sense of local," Woodhouse adds Incredible offerings that are proving popular with residents and their friends include a stunning rooftop area with a dining spot most of the floor is dedicated to an indoor-outdoor resident's lounge a record lounge with over 1,000 vinyl records These spaces all adjoin the rooftop terrace which not only features incredible city views but also includes a fully grassed and fenced pet park and spa for residents' furry friends The resident rooftop and sky terraces encapsulate the iconic Fitzroy North lifestyle fully equipped by global provider Technogym as well as co-working spaces complete with all the necessary tech including monitors and a separate meeting room for private use "When designing the shared spaces at Fitzroy & Co we spent time understanding what our potential residents would need and how we could enhance their lives with amenities that made an impact,” Woodhouse shares Taking the resident experience to the next level Est’s on-site host team is always there to help and also curates social events to foster connections within the building With sustainability at the heart of the Est brand Fitzroy & Co partners with sustainable local brands such as UPPAREL and #GoKindly allowing residents to recycle unwanted clothing or bedding The library and co-working space is perfect for those that like to work from home Woodhouse highlights that build-to-rent is an emerging living sector that offers much more than a traditional rental apartment "Living in a build-to-rent building offers an elevated living experience that prioritises the resident,” she shares renters have peace of mind that their experience will be one of quality and security offering people flexibility and stability throughout the many changes of people’s lives There is also much more flexibility in terms of lease lengths for people seeking both short-term and long-term options.” Flexibility is one of the major drawcards for renters who have been forced to compromise until now Designed to support Melburnians with quality and attainable rentals for the long-term Salta’s Est BTR platform is set to deliver over 4,000 community-focused residences that reflect local contexts This initiative enables renters to live their best life in a way that suits their demands with projects scheduled for completion in central Melbourne locations including Richmond and Docklands Apartments within 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By accessing or using our platform, you agree to our Terms of Use. and two basement levels with parking spaces 2021 with settlement in March of the next year.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is expected to have an end value of $85 million.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBeulah’s other projects in Melbourne’s inner north include \u003ca data-mce-href=\"https://www.theurbandeveloper.com/articles/beulah-brunswick-townhouse-project-greenlit\" href=\"https://www.theurbandeveloper.com/articles/beulah-brunswick-townhouse-project-greenlit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ea townhouse project Brunswick Established,\u003c/a\u003e and The Wilds at Northcote Planned for the 1200sq m site at 430-434 George Street in the city’s inner north-east are 44 apartments plus two retail spaces on the ground floor Breathe Architecture has designed the proposal now before the Yarra City Council that includes rooftop solar and rainwater harvesting for the fossil-fuel-free building There would also be a bicycle hub and repair station with 49 bicycle storage spaces car-share vehicles and electric-vehicle charging stations The project would have a three-storey brick podium with recessed levels above the podium and external terrace areas A historically significant bluestone wall and laneway would be retained and integrated to create a vehicle and cycle entry on Rose Street The site now holds a single-storey brick building and a single-storey warehouse CoreLogic property records show the site was last sold for $12.2 million in September 2021 with settlement in March of the next year It is expected to have an end value of $85 million Beulah’s other projects in Melbourne’s inner north include a townhouse project, Brunswick Established, and The Wilds at Northcote The developer is also working on its landmark Sth Bnk in Melbourne’s Southbank. which is being built by Multiplex house-made ricotta for smearing on focaccia and dishes that encourage staying for dinner the pair want Suze to be casual and charming inspired in part by Giorgetti’s love of Italian neighbourhood bars and their aperitivo culture which encourages “being social without too much financial commitment” “You can go out every day of the week for an hour with a friend [have] some focaccia with peppers and anchovies a couple of glasses and go home,” she says The venue embraces quick visits inspired by Italy’s aperitivo but dinner is also encouraged.Warren DavelAdvertisementAlthough you’ll always find aperitivo-friendly snacks focaccia and a couple of house-made pastas on the menu Harry’s food reflects his story and Melbourne’s many culinary influences His experience in Japanese restaurants shows in raw fish with Tasmanian wasabi and he gives a classic Continental dish of grilled flounder the hibachi treatment Gougeres filled with stout and Bay of Fires cheddar custard are a delicious inevitability given Harry’s fascination with choux pastry (they’re also a fan favourite from his Napier Quarter days) Grapefruit sorbet is finished with bittersweet Suze the vibrant yellow French aperitif that’s the venue’s namesake Hibachi-grilled flounder with fried capers and bone marrow sauce Warren DavelThe couple are driven by care and craftsmanship even buying their own flour mill from Bee Sustainable in Brunswick East so they can grind biodynamic grains each day for Suze’s bread and pasta “Once you have this leisure of making something so fresh in-house He also makes ricotta each day using St David Dairy milk and the jars of preserves lining the shelves aren’t just for show Black walnuts are destined for cheese plates and preserved lemons bring a bright note to the house martini Vegetables come from small-scale local farms including Somerset Heritage Produce and Dog Creek Growers A snack-heavy menu includes marinated peppers with curry leaf and house-baked focaccia Warren DavelGiorgetti’s drinks list includes favourite aperitivo cocktails such as spritzes plus European and Australian vermouths (a special interest of hers) Her sommelier cred shows in a succinct list with a preference for light styles whether minerally chenin blanc or a “fun” gruner veltliner The few premium wines are poured in smaller serves to make exploration affordable the two-storey corner building is exactly what the pair envisioned “People find us because they want to,” says Giorgetti Chef Steve Harry and restaurant manager Giulia Giorgetti, who have worked in leading Melbourne wine bars. Warren DavelAdvertisementFormerly home to wine bar One Trick Pony (which closed in late 2024) the space is modern and moody with a palette of soft greys Suze becomes a bar that locals visit multiple times a week 6 Newry Street, Fitzroy North, suzefitzroy.com Two-hat sushi restaurant opens a casual spin-off for city workers“It’s not omakase, it’s more like a canteen.” Come for fluffy katsu sandos, Japanese fish and chips, and a style of sushi that’s perfect for lunch al desko. Relive your magical trip to Japan at these nine Melbourne venuesPocket-sized sushi restaurants, old-school Tokyo-style cafes, and affordable delis with build-your-own bentos are just the tip of a rapidly growing and highly specialised Japanese scene. This hatted restaurant is a jewel, nestled in our critic’s least favourite location in MelbourneToddy Shop chef Mischa Tropp’s fire-driven, premium restaurant at Crown feels real, right and resonant. as well as large scale urban renewal precincts.  Explore our interactive project map and see where our projects are located We create vibrant places to live and work across Victoria through diverse and strategic property development and urban renewal projects Our approach combines extensive development project management and urban renewal experience with strong relationships across government and industry technical capability and commercial thinking.With an emphasis on environmental sustainability our goal is to create vibrant places that enrich the local area – with diverse and affordable homes Join our team of experienced industry professionals and develop your capability in a diverse and collaborative workplace.    Inner North Collective Joint Venture (INC JV) has been selected to deliver 70% of homes across the Fitzroy Gasworks precinct INC JV brings together leading development and construction firms with extensive experience in delivering diverse housing projects in Melbourne's inner north and similar inner-city locations with capital partners AustralianSuper and HESTA Hickory has been selected as the preferred builder for the project said the delivery of homes across Parcels B & C is a big part of the iconic precinct’s transformation The Fitzroy Gasworks precinct is delivering approximately 1,200 much needed homes supporting the objectives of the Victorian Government’s Housing Statement by providing more homes close to existing jobs Niall CunninghamActing Chief Development Officer “We are excited to be partnering with Inner North Collective to deliver a significant amount of the housing in the precinct that will help cater to the growing inner-north community.” Parcels B & C will feature a mix of approximately 820 high-quality homes with a minimum 5 star Green-Star rating The homes will provide housing choice and accommodate the diverse housing needs of the inner-north community including homes to purchase and build-to-rent homes alongside social affordable and specialist disability housing Assemble will deliver around 400 build-to-rent homes in Parcel B of which approximately 80 will be operated by a community housing provider Milieu will deliver around 420 homes on Parcel C including delivering an allocation of homes under license in partnership with Nightingale Both builds will feature an extensive network of communal facilities including a cafe all designed to foster a vibrant and connected community promoting sustainable and convenient living. The final design is subject to planning approvals with a target to commence works in 2026 Development Victoria also recently completed the Bundha Sports Centre in the Fitzroy Gasworks Precinct The centre includes four courts for basketball netball and volleyball and a dedicated futsal court A long-term operator will be appointed in 2025 the Victorian Government’s property developer is delivering the Fitzroy Gasworks Precinct in partnership with the public and private sector Learn more about the Fitzroy Gasworks precinct at the Fitzroy Gasworks webpage. 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Australian showbiz star Todd McKenney has bought a Fitzroy warehouse Theatre performer and television personality Todd McKenney has snapped up a Fitzroy warehouse to the tune of more than $2m The Dancing with the Stars judge played iconic singer Peter Allen in the initial Australian run of the musical The Boy from Oz before Hugh Jackman took on the role for the show’s time on Broadway in New York McKenney has appeared in multiple other productions including Barnum RELATED: Award-winning choreographer Phillip Adams selling $1.8m Spotswood home Victorian Architecture Awards 2024: Princess Theatre, NGV exhibit, Preston station lauded Singer and composer Julia Stone sells her St Kilda apartment and first home will be staged at The Round theatre in Nunawading during May McKenney listed his heritage Sydney house with a $5m price tag the three-level Fitzroy warehouse that McKenney bought towards last year’s end sold for $2.035m Jellis Craig Fitzroy partner Simon Shrimpton declined to comment on the price but said that the residence’s new owner bought in November The warehouse conversion is the epitome of Fitzroy cool Shane Jacobson and Todd McKenney in Hairspay McKenney purchased the home about a week after it passed in at an auction “I know in particular that he wanted something very industrial with nice high ceilings raw industrial materials and lots of wall space for wall hangings and the like,” Mr Shrimpton said “This property has lovely timber beams and concrete ceilings that were part of the overall appeal.” McKenney posted on his Instagram that he was looking to give away the large bookcase from the warehouse The sunken bath sits in the centre of the main bedroom set-up Shane Jacobson and Todd McKenney in rehearsals for The Odd Couple McKenney is giving away the bookshelves from the warehouse The home also features a kitchen with Smeg appliances marble benchtops as well as a breakfast bar and island bench while there’s also a dining and library space a main bedroom set-up includes a “very Roman” sunken bath No walls separate the bath and shower from the bedroom A white and blue colour palette in the kitchen Todd McKenney at the Logies’ 2023 ceremony Mr Shrimpton said the bath was a talking point among buyers who had inspected the property mostly couples including some with teenage children Records show the abode was sold as a warehouse shell for $192,000 Acclaimed Fitzroy-based architect Sean Godsell was then engaged to design the conversion and fit-out of the shell into a residence shortly afterwards Sign up to the Herald Sun Weekly Real Estate Update. 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sustainability View City of Melbourne's current vacancies and job opportunities on our Careers website Melbourne landmarks and suburbs with our interactive maps The stormwater harvesting system at Fitzroy Gardens provides 30 million litres of water every year helping to keep the heritage garden healthy in a changing climate.  Fitzroy Gardens is located on the eastern fringe of Melbourne’s central city It was set aside as a public reserve in 1848 and named Fitzroy Gardens in 1862 Fitzroy Gardens was included on the Victorian Heritage Register in 1998 With its tree lined avenues and broad array of horticultural and built features it is the park most people readily identify as unique to Melbourne.  it was estimated that 117 million litres of water was needed to irrigate Fitzroy Gardens annually our ability to provide this water has been challenged by drought water restrictions and the impacts of climate change we’ve built a system to ensure that the garden’s trees plants and turf exist and thrive into the future  The Fitzroy Gardens stormwater harvesting system captures treats and stores stormwater to be reused for irrigation in the park It is estimated that system will replace 59 per cent of the drinking water used for irrigating the park The system was built as part of a larger project on the former depot in Fitzroy Gardens which includes new public open space new depot facilities and a Visitor Centre.  (Text on screen: Fitzroy Gardens Stormwater Harvesting System) In Melbourne's Fitzroy Gardens about 120 million litres of water is used every year to water the plants trees and grass We have built a large stormwater harvesting system to capture store and treat stormwater It has cut our use of drinking water for irrigation by 60% The treatment process begins with a gross pollutant trap that removes sand and litter.  In the sedimentation chamber small particles of pollution and oils are separated from the water The primary storage tank holds up to four million litres 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Sign up to receive the Gourmet Traveller newsletter and offers we choose to share with you straight to your inbox  By joining, you agree to our Privacy Policy & Terms of Use Trail-blazing chef Hugh Allen (Vue de Monde) will open a new conceptual restaurant in Melbourne’s Fitzroy Gardens in spring this year.   its focus will be a multi-course experience showcasing rare and unique ingredients in a custom-built dining room “I came across the dilapidated space when I was going on one of my 5km walks during Covid,” Allen tells Gourmet Traveller “I was always on the lookout for the site for my first restaurant With over 100 years of hospitality heritage renowned Australian architect John Wardle has been enlisted to bring Yiaga’s vision to life.   “This little building could exist nowhere else,” says Wardle “It will be so specific not only to the city of Melbourne and the state of Victoria but to its place in the remarkable historical park.” Built using primarily local materials – from ceramics made of the same clay as the MCG pitch to bricks inspired by the surrounding bar – Yiaga will have a strong focus on place This carries through to the eating experience with the kitchen and dining room sharing the same space.   “We want to design the kitchen so it’s as much a part of the park as possible,” says Allen who won GT’s Chef of the Year in 2023 it’s not like you’re in a little stainless steel box shining a spotlight on left-of-centre ingredients raw and fresh producers,” says Allen “We want guests to have that sense of discovery and for it to be an exciting opportunity to try foods they maybe haven’t eaten before.”   This may look like lesser-known vegetables or hand-caught seafood “Perhaps sea urchin from the Victorian coast,” he continues “We’re working on an aged kangaroo chop – so aging a kangaroo rib but we definitely want people to be discovering things for the first time.”  this new project won’t mean Allen stepping away from his current executive chef role “Nothing will change at Vue de Monde,” he says “I’ll just be back and forth constantly throughout the day.” Beyond Allen Both lauded tenures are likely to inform his work at Yiaga.   With the slated spring launch still months away it’s set to be one of 2025’s most exciting “We’re not even open yet but it’s already turning out better than I could have hoped for.”  Yiaga is due to open in spring of 2025 in Melbourne’s Fitzroy Gardens.  Jordan got her start in the media industry documenting Sydney’s music and nightlife scene She soon realised she preferred food to festivals and embarked on learning as much as she could about the hospitality industry In 2019 she joined Gourmet Traveller as a writer where she’s tasked with finding the hottest new restaurant openings hotels worth checking in to and snacks worth seeking out With a robust appetite for learning about the intricacies of food and how we use it as an expression of human culture Jordan loves eating food as much as she does cooking it She also loves a good chat about how to make the perfect sandwich what’s the best chip or where to find the best seafood pasta on the planet are also available at Toby’s Estate sleek new flagship venue ShareAs featured in the May 2025 hit list. See all stories.1 / 7The Savage Coffee Parabolic fillter coffee ($30) Bonnie Savage2 / 7The sleek cafe space.Bonnie Savage3 / 7The barista pours 91C hot water over the coffee grounds and the coffee then drips down through the filter into the glass beaker Bonnie Savage4 / 7Lattes for less than $30 are also available.Bonnie Savage5 / 7Bagels topped with cucumber and cream cheese laced with gochujang.Bonnie Savage6 / 7Pesto egg smooshed bagels on the menu.Bonnie Savage7 / 7Take a seat at the slick bar at Toby’s Estate.Bonnie SavagePrevious SlideNext Slide14/20How we score When you’ve ordered a beverage that costs $30 a pour So I let the aromas envelop me before I wet my lips.I slowly roll the liquid in my mouth reaching for the rockmelon notes my waiter mentioned Sometimes I feel like a suggestible chump when a sommelier tells me a wine smells like and my guide isn’t agrape guru but a barista – I’m becoming more alert with every sip.The $30 coffee is the most expensive drop at the new This is a temple to coffee in the way nearby Lune is a pilgrimage site for croissant acolytes on show like rock stars but more likely to have a friendly chat Take a seat at the slick bar at Toby’s Estate.Bonnie SavageIt’s not all rock-star pricing A flat white is $5.50: choose between super-smooth house espresso or an intense The simple food menu is built around bagels with lively toppings Cucumberslices overlap on cream cheese laced with gochujang Pesto-smooshed egg salad is piled with iceberg Cucumber and cream cheese-topped bagels with a Korean twist are on the menu.Bonnie SavageIn 1997 Sydney lawyer Toby Smith found himself so obsessed with coffee he started roasting beans in his mum’s garage Toby’s Estate became a pioneering Australian supplier of quality coffee sourced directly from growers The company is now owned by huge Japanese roaster UCC Group About 800 cafes around the country use Toby’s Estate beans but there hasn’t been a bricks-and-mortar brand presence in Melbourne since a Brunswick outlet closed in 2017 a suburb replete with indie cafes.Do we need this The more players making next-level coffee accessible the more consumers understand the value of this miraculous bean Lattes for much less than $30 are also available.Bonnie SavageThe Toby’s team is well-trained in the product but also in tone: noone will snigger if you don’t know carbonic maceration from a cup of chino Keen cuppers can school up at free tastings too.Was it worth $30 for a hit of Savage Parabolic My expensive coffeewas made with prized geisha beans grown in the Panamanian rainforest by a farmer called Jamison Savage who ferments them with a flavour-boosting technique (hello Toby’s Estate air-freighted just 20 kilograms to Australia and divided it intosingle portions which are stored frozen thenextracted via drip filter in a display that edges toward ceremony A long-spoutedkettle heats water to 91 degrees A maestro delicately pours the water over thegrounds then decants 220ml of liquid into a beaker ceramic cup.You can’t compare coffee like this to a kickalong from the 7-Eleven I’d rank it alongside an arthouse movie ticket or a nice glass of wine something with a story that you can analyse or simply let wash over you.It also opens up the notion of coffee as a luxury – which it is The coffee supply chain is complex and precarious The occasional $30 cup reminds us how lucky we are to get our daily buzz at a fraction of the price Go-to dish: Gochujang cucumber bagel ($17); Brunswick-blend flat white ($5.50); Sangria Colombia filter coffee ($12); Savage Coffee Parabolic filter coffee ($30) This review was originally published in Good Weekend magazine Good Food reviews are booked anonymously and paid independently. A restaurant can’t pay for a review or inclusion in the Good Food Guide. Chadstone’s shiny new Market Pavilion is a spectacle, but does it deserve the hype?Recipe bots, pre-packaged meals and sweet treats are all there. But where do you sit down and eat? Here’s Good Food’s guide to the enormous food precinct.