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National Broadband Network "Save our Park" to call Docklands home campaign over Serrata see page 9 see page 17 Meet your Federal UK Docklands is like here Election candidates see page 19 see page 12 Let the second decade begin Docklands got a long-awaited sneak preview feasibility study and a proposed site at Th e council and VicUrban launched a www.DocklandsTV.com.au and of its future last month thanks to a series of Digital Harbour for a primary school; signifi cant consultative process on the can be watched in its entirety at announcements from the State Government, “Second Decade of Docklands”. http://tinyurl.com/235h6ju Th e City of Melbourne and the the City of Melbourne and developers. Government announced a shared- Th e Government and the council staged In this edition of Docklands News, we report Signifi cantly: planning-powers deal for the precinct; a single media event to announce their on each of these mostly disparate matters, various initiatives and launch the “state-of- point out the natural connections and Lend Lease revealed its long-term VicUrban released a comprehensive the-precinct” report on July 8. analyse what it all means for Docklands. thinking for Victoria Harbour; “state-of-the-precinct” report on where Th e State Government announced a Docklands is at the moment; and Th is event was streamed live to the world on Primary school site and study announced
By Alison Kinkade Mr Madden said the study would examine the projected demand from parents working in the area as well Docklands may soon have a as future residents of Docklands and primary school with the State neighbouring developments. Government announcing a “As this is a new approach to providing primary education, public consultation site at Digital Harbour and a will take place with parents, employers feasibility study. and families of potential students to assess the suitability of a primary school at this location,” Mr Madden said. Planning Minister Justin Madden, Lord Mayor Robert Doyle and the Member for Ms Pike said a site in Digital Harbour had Melbourne Bronwyn Pike announced the been proposed for the school. study at the launch of the Second Decade of Docklands on July 8. > Continued on Page 4 More on the second decade ... Editorial, Page 2 DCA response, Page 4 Mao’s Last Dancer drops by Shared planning powers, Page 3 State of the precinct report, Page 5 Mao’s Last Dancer Li Cunxin dropped into Docklands late last month to make a short What's new at a glance, Page 3 Second decade consultations, Page 5 video clip. Li visited Tim Hehir, Docklands’ “Video Cowboy”, in Digital Harbour to make a clip to help promote the Singapore Sun Festival, where he will participate in the literary Victoria Harbour masterplan revealed, Page 4 Online survey, Page 2 program in October. 2 DOCKLANDS NEWS ISSUE 56 THE SECOND DECADE OF DOCKLANDS
Editorial Comment Suite 05, 198 Harbour Esplanade PO Box 23008 Docklands 8012 Shane Scanlan Tel: 8689 7979 Fax: 9602 2929 www.docklandsnews.com.au But who will lead?
Advertising lead. It’s actions are tentative and neutral, It’s almost as if VicUrban is hoping someone Tel: 8689 7979 Fax: 9602 2929 With truckloads of fanfare as if it is unsure of itself. It appears to else will suggest “how about we have a [email protected] acknowledge that it has no legitimacy in sporting facility under Bolte Bridge?” and hoopla last month about this area because it is unaccountable. By it’s own actions and nature, VicUrban Reader contributions are welcome. Docklands’ second decade, it VicUrban is damned if it does, and damned is poorly positioned to lead a debate on Please send articles and images to was what wasn’t said that raises if it doesn’t. the future of Docklands. And yet it has [email protected] successfully resisted that role being passed concerns about our future. It is reluctant to admit that it has ideas about to the City of Melbourne. Deadline for the Sept edition is Aug 27. the future of Docklands. Th at’s not its role, it Th e City of Melbourne may be antagonistic Firstly, congratulations to VicUrban for the would say. And this would also potentially Election comment is accepted by the towards Docklands, but at least it has idea of consulting the community about void its credentials in attempting to consult. publisher, Shane Scanlan, Suite 05, 198 elected representatives and publicly the future. It has been sadly lacking and Harbour Esplanade, Docklands. And if it did come up with inspirational accountable processes. Docklands has been craving it. ideas for the future of Docklands, it would be criticised for being autocratic. Th e “second decade” activity focuses But what is going to happen to all those attention on VicUrban’s role. It doesn’t weird and wonderful ideas penned to post-it Despite presenting slides on “ideas” at a enjoy the limelight (in fact, it bristles under notes and butchers’ paper in late July? public consultation and agreeing on the public scrutiny) and will often claim to be night to release them to Docklands News, VicUrban general manager David Young was merely a planning “referral” authority. But in August Survey VicUrban later reneged saying: “Th is (what quick to point out that the exercise was not the same breath it will admit that its real role was supplied) does not include the slides on It’s been months coming, this “second decade about a master plan. So what is it about? is to “manage the Docklands development in of Docklands” initiative. But now that it’s the ideas as these have no status and were A vibe? partnership with private enterprise”. here, what does it mean? purely used for workshop discussion.” We were also told last month that the In performing this management function, One of these “ideas” with “no status” was And how does it make you feel? Was it worth Government and the council had negotiated VicUrban has no obligation or intention to Western Park. Th is proposed sporting facility the wait? Were you expecting more? Do you a truce in the battle over planning powers in involve the public. Indeed, it would claim to under the Bolte Bridge has been discussed at be bound to a series of “developer agreements” believe your opinion is genuinely sought? Docklands. Th e council, we are told, will be length behind closed doors for months and which specifi cally exclude the public. in charge of “completed” areas. possibly years. Th ese, and other questions, are awaiting your So while VicUrban struggles to understand While putting on a brave face, it can’t be answer in our August online survey. Mr Young actually referred to a “debate” and perform its role in an environment too happy with that. VicUrban retains over this proposed facility. But late last that has changed signifi cantly since the parenting duties, while the council becomes Have your say online at month was the fi rst time it had been publicly Docklands development started 10 years ago, the babysitter. www.docklandsnews.com.au/2nd acknowledged when it appeared in his the community is again asked to comment on But VicUrban seems to be in no position to Powerpoint presentation. a discussion that it hasn’t been involved in.
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Lord Mayor Robert Doyle said: “We are Mr Madden said he looked forward to delighted with Minister Madden’s decision working with the council to make the next to include the City of Melbourne at the decade of Docklands even more successful. table to plan for the next decade, and are “Six billion dollars worth of investment, 98 View the videos online confi dent the genuine partnership between the Brumby Government and the City of per cent of the developable land contracted Melbourne will benefi t our waterfront to private developers, and the relocation of precinct as it moves into its second decade.” 40 major corporates to the area have all been achieved in this fi rst ten years,” he said. Mr Madden said the time was right for the City of Melbourne to shape the planning Both Mr Madden and Cr Doyle agreed it was future of Docklands. critical that future planning for the suburb married community infrastructure alongside “VicUrban will still play a lead role in master private development. planning development in the Docklands Th e Government and the City of Melbourne staged a single media event to area. However, there is an enhanced “To ensure we get this planning right, we call announce their various “second decade of Docklands” initiatives on July 8. commitment to working with the City of on the residents, workers, investors, visitors Th is event was streamed live to the world on www.DocklandsTV.com.au and can Melbourne in planning the expansion of this – everyone who has a stake in Docklands be watched in its entirety at http://tinyurl.com/235h6ju new community.” – to participate in the ‘Second Decade’ consultation process,” Cr Doyle said. Docklands TV also conducted an interview with Education Minister and local Cr Doyle said the decision strengthened the MP Bronwyn Pike over her announcement that a Docklands primary school site genuine partnership formed between the For more information on how you can had been found and feasibility study had been commissioned. It can be viewed at contribute to Docklands’ Second Decade State Government and the City of Melbourne http://tinyurl.com/2crnh2n to ensure the best future planning outcomes visit http://www.docklandsseconddecade. for the city. com/consultation-events/
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Ms Pike is interviewed on Docklands TV Th e second decade will continue to be about development, but with more Creating a martime museum and a attention to community input and ideas School site and Lend Lease has revealed its permanent berth for the tall ship and provision of infrastructure. Some would Alma Doepel; plans for the future development say they’ve left that a bit late. Th e launch study announced Providing a boating hub for community documents I’ve seen are short on detail. of Victoria Harbour over the organisations including the Docklands > Continued from Page 1 Th e Docklands development has not been next decade and has invited Yacht Club and local dragon boats; problem free, especially in terms of lack of “What we’ve already done is set aside a Sewer mining, blackwater recycling and town planning. site so that’s the fi rst important and really the Docklands community to precinct-wide waste recycling; powerful symbol that we are serious provide feedback. A handout says forums will be held to give about investigating the possibility of a A low foot bridge linking Victoria Harbour “an opportunity for all Melburnians to school down here,” she said. and NewQuay; explore how to strengthen the Docklands Launching the community consultation community and sense of place”. Clearly Mr Madden said a recent investigation process and information sessions on July It has set aside a location for a with the amount of criticism levelled at found only about 50 primary school-age 15, Lend Lease said the sessions had been commercial boating marina; and Docklands for being cold and lacking children in Docklands. designed to give the public opportunity to Approval has been granted for a 14000 soul, the authorities are anxious to view and comment on the updated plans. However recent VicUrban fi gures suggest sqm hotel, to be located on the dock near get ideas to fi x it. As to how much the that 1500 Docklanders either had children Th e developer, which is responsible for the the corner of Collins and Bourke streets. community’s ideas will be heeded in or were children. And applying 2006 30 hectare parcel of land for the next 10 planning remains to be seen. Lend Lease global head of development census fi gures to the current population years, released key ideas including: David Hutton said: “Lend Lease secured the Th ere has been talk of provision of results in 240 children aged between 0-14. Dividing Victoria Harbour into two rights to develop Victoria Harbour in May amenities including a larger community Th e Hub community centre hosts distinctive character precincts – Th e 2001 and the precinct is now approximately centre, library, sports facilities, a primary 13 playgroups catering for 130 families City Quarter and the Wharf Quarter. Th e 42 per cent complete.” school and dare I say parks. However with toddlers. City Quarter which is currently being another part of the same document states “Lend Lease has taken the opportunity to developed will be predominantly high that “around 98 per cent of developable Th e Hub runs new-parent groups every draw on the lessons learned over the last rise, while the Wharf Quarter will have land is contracted to private developers”. six weeks that result in up to 100 new nine years to update and further improve our low rise townhouses and apartments; families joining playgroups each year. plans for the next stages.” We would like to know when and where Some 65 per cent are from Docklands. Reinforcing the relationship with the long-awaited facilities are to be “Victoria Harbour has already set a provided. Docklands is badly in need It is understood that Docklands families Melbourne CBD by continuing the benchmark in urban development, having of parkland and public open space but move out when their children reach tram down Collins St to the full length the highest concentration of green buildings where will it go? Who wants to be herded school age because there is no school. of the project; in Australia and, with the further proposed under Bolte Bridge where nobody wants Ms Pike confi rmed the school would be Creating a public space, called Dock refi nements, we aim to establish new to build anything. Apparently developers a multi-level building and would utilise Square, at the corner of Collins and standards in sustainable urban design and are being asked to provide some space other community facilities. Bourke streets to celebrate where the two in the quality of the streets, parks, buildings, back but what we have seen are only famous streets meet. Th is space is also public transport and waterfront.” token size areas. Perhaps it is possible for Th e feasibility study will be conducted touted to include a civic centre with a New Victoria Harbour residential VicUrban to buy back some land. by the Department of Education and health and wellness component and may Early Childhood Development, the developments Convesso and Serrata are both Another key problem that has to be also feature a fl oating pool in front of it on Department of Planning and Community on their way to achieving green star ratings. addressed are the wind tunnels caused by the water; Development and VicUrban and is For more information see the high-rise buildings, which the public expected to take 12 months. Creating public open spaces every 200- www.lendlease.com/victoriaharbour are highly critical of. Wind canopies and 300m throughout the site to cater to the breaks have to be provided. Angled breaks Docklands TV conducted an interview growing calls for more open green space; can help break up the wind. with Ms Pike at the launch of Th e Second Decade of Docklands. It can be viewed at A car parking block with 637 car spaces And let’s also try and get some harmony http://tinyurl.com/2crnh2n and 104 residential units on top; of exterior design. “AT J.C. STREET OUR CLIENTS REMAIN IN OUR CIRCLE”
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VicUrban has prepared and released a slick report on where Docklands stands after the fi rst 10 years of its development.
Th e 88-page Docklands: Th e First Decade was launched by the Minster for Planning, Justin Madden, on July 8. While not containing any real “new” information, the book is valuable insofar as it combines data from various sources and presents it in a single volume. Presented in a series of chapters, highlights (as presented by VicUrban to consultation forums) include: Local business people sit down with VicUrban and City of Melbourne staff to discuss the future on July 26. Living in Docklands 6000 people; Average age 30; 75 per cent couples without children or Second decade singles; and Nearly two thirds of residents are renting. Working in Docklands consultations 19,000 workers; Th e public phase of the consultation involves Mr Young said: “As part of planning for Over 500,000 square metres of offi ce space; VicUrban and the City of focus groups and forums held in July and will the Second Decade of Docklands we are 13 per cent of commercial offi ce stock within the City of Melbourne; Melbourne have embarked also include: a “Docklands Speak Out” session seeking a wide range of options and ideas on August 8; a “Docklands Pulse” residents from people who live, work and visit 52 per cent either 5 or 6 Green Star rating; on a series of consultations and business survey running between August Docklands about what is needed in the 9 and 26; a “vox pop” of visitors; as well as a second decade of development. As ideas Six city tram routes; to determine the vision for “static display” running until August 20. are proposed we will seek community 12,500 permanent off -street car parks; feedback on these ideas.” the second decade of the “Technical” stakeholders have enjoyed Four bus routes; and Docklands development. one-on-one meetings during July and will be “Four initial ideas that have been proposed 600 metered on-street car parks. further consulted through a series of forums through consultation to date are: a new on August 23. Western Park at the end of NewQuay; According to VicUrban general manager Visiting Docklands temporary uses of the western tip of David Young, the process is designed to “Strategic” stakeholders (defi ned as Central Pier; linking Victoria Harbour and 50 per cent visitors in 2008/09 fi rst timers; achieve “a shared vision with a set a of government, developers and corporates) NewQuay; and a library.” Attractors were: newness, major events, clear directions and priority actions for the have been written to and have been invited dining and shopping; second decade of development”. to a series of forums in July and August. “We will be developing options for each of these ideas in the coming months which 100 public events held in 2008/09; Th e consultations follow the release on July 8 At the public forums, participants were will be shared with the community to of a report outlining the state of the precinct asked for their views on a series of 87 licensed venues in Docklands (79 per obtain input and feedback.” cent restaurants and function venues); as at December 2009 and the achievements “emerging themes”, which Mr Young said of the fi rst 10 years. had been taken from an earlier series of 700 serviced apartments and hotel rooms; pubic consultations. Th e consultation process involves three Four marinas – 262 private / 72 public categories of participants – public, technical Th ese themes are: Embracing the harbour; berths and four commercial pick up berths. and strategic – and is designed to conclude Events and attractions; Creating character; Th e report can be obtain from VicUrban in June next year when “priority actions” Getting to and around Docklands; and reception at 710 Collin St or online at are launched. Technology and sustainability. www.docklands.com/seconddecade
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Only slightly more than half respondents (57.1 It is a key thoroughfare in Docklands and Opinion is evenly divided on the long-term benefi ts of per cent) thought that the short-term pain will not function with a single lane; would be worth enduring to achieve long- It is stupid. People need to start redeveloping Harbour Esplanade, according to the latest term gain. Th e poll attracted 14 responses. weighing up the “green” issue against Docklands News online poll. Opinion was more polarised on the question the economical benefi t. I am all for going of whether participants felt they had been green, but when you have a suburb like consulted and had genuine input into Docklands which needs the people traffi c the project. Some 78.6 per cent said they it is absolutely ridiculous; believed they had not been consulted. $50 million could be better spent And only 35.7 per cent said they thought improving the environment for residents reducing Harbour Esplanade to a single lane and visitors at leisure, not for people in both directions was a good idea. merely passing through; and Comments on this matter included: Traffi c has been a nightmare over the last two weeks. No wonder no one wants to It takes me about 15 minutes longer to come to Docklands. get home; Respondents were asked to rank VicUrban’s Access is tough enough now without communication eff ort. 42.9 per cent thought cutting down the lanes; it was “tokenistic” and a further 28.6 per cent Th e front of the stadium should be a believed it was “half-hearted”. vibrant “hub” with boat ramps and water However, 21.4 per cent ranked it as “an taxi services departing from the water’s honest eff ort”. No one considered it “very edge. Th e stadium and AFL House should good”, but one respondent ranked the eff ort host tourism displays … the area should as “brilliant”. not just be park land for workers who leave the precinct at 5pm; Nightworks on Harbour Esplanade. Award for Gowrie’s Second slick in fi ve months Docklands centre On Th ursday, July 8, just fi ve months after an oil spill in Victoria Harbour raised the eyebrows and concerns of residents he needs to be able to fully participate in the Gowrie Victoria was awarded a centre,” Vision Australia said. and workers, a second oil spill occurred in Docklands’ waters. Vision Australia 2010 “Making a Gowrie Victoria’s assistant manager - children’s program, Nicole Brunhierl, A spokesperson for Marine Safety Victoria occurred on February 9, with an Diff erence Award” for its Victoria accepted the award and said she was thrilled (MSV) said it attended a fuel spill at the unknown cause. that the team had been recognised for work Harbour childcare centre in May. NewQuay precinct. Th e February slick was only small and was undertaken to ensure they were inclusive. “Th e MSV pollution response team acted said to have possibly occurred from the Gowrie Victoria was honoured with the Ms Brunhierl said the centre’s educators had immediately, using a boat to disperse the infl ux of boats to the Melbourne Boat Show award, which recognises outstanding changed the way they taught, to accommodate matter, and the fi re brigade also attended on the weekend prior. support for blind or low vision people, for partially blind, two-year-old Micah. as a precaution,” the spokesperson said. Th e Harbour Family and Children’s Centre’s Th e centre worked closely with Vision work with Vision Australia client, Micah. Th e spokesperson said the situation was Australia to learn how to accommodate and under control by Th ursday evening, and In presenting the award, Vision Australia encourage Micah to learn. Staff use high there was no risk to the safety or amenity. said the Harbour Family and Children’s contrast materials in the playground and Centre had gone the extra mile to ensure that have adapted the way they use their voices He said the source of the contamination Micah had felt welcomed at their centre. and bodies to communicate. was not known, but MSV was investigating. “Th ey have adapted toys and equipment and Refl ecting on the award Ms Brunhierl said: “Th e Environment Protection Authority ensured that all staff have received specialist “When we take extra time to train educators is investigating the source,” the training about how to communicate and support inclusion, we don’t do it for spokesperson said. eff ectively with someone who is blind or accolades. We do it because we believe that has low vision. 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Premier John Brumby, the Minister for a clear affi rmation of Victoria’s expertise in Broadband, Communication and the Digital the telecommunications and technology Economy, Senator Stephen Conroy, and sectors,” he said the chief executive offi cer of NBN Co, Mike Mr Brumby said NBN’s decision to locate its Quigley, gathered in Docklands to make the NOTF in Victoria would create hundreds of announcement. jobs and demonstrate our state’s role as the “When fully operational, the network Australian centre of telecommunications. operations centre will be the nerve centre of the “Th e NBN will revolutionise broadband NBN, and will employ around 425 professional technology in Australia and strengthen and technical staff ,” Mr Conroy said. Victoria’s role as the nation’s technology Approximately 4000 sq m of offi ce space in hub,” he said. Digital Harbour’s Innovation Building has Th e NOTF will include the Network Services been secured by NBN Co for the state-of-the- Operation Centre, Service Activation Centre art operations centre and testing facilities. and National Test facility. Mr Quigley said NBN Co was very pleased “Th is will be the nerve centre operating the to be in Digital Harbour because it had roll out of the $43 billion national network the opportunity to interact with other over the next eight years,” Mr Brumby said. technology facilities in the area. Th e Network Operations Centre would assist “Th is facility will be the centrepiece of our in making sure customers who connect network and the key interface with our to the NBN have a robust and reliable customers,” Mr Quigley said experience, Mr Conroy said. Mr Brumby said Melbourne and Docklands “Design and fi t-out of the Network were always going to be the best location. Operations Centre has begun and the site “NBN Co’s choice to base the Network will be redeveloped and operational by the Service Operations Centre in Melbourne is end of this year,” Mr Conroy said. Th e Premier John Brumby makes a point while Senator Stephen Conroy looks on.
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Eighteen year-old Bethany, from Albury, Docklands appeared to be won the competition with 1097 votes. all the rage for the July school Bethany wore a cream trench coat from Valley Girl purchased for $30 and a $60 holidays with kids and their bag from Forever New with her own families fl ocking from all over leggings and shoes. Victoria and interstate to check Th e holiday events at Harbour Town were topped off with a free animal out what was on off er. farm, which was open every day of the school holidays. Harbour Town’s marketing and tourism manager, Ellen Stowers, said initial reports Kids, teens and adults relished the chance to get up close with the cute and cuddly indicated it was one of the best school which provided Docklands with all the thrills farm animals. holiday trading periods for Harbour Town. and spills of Mt Buller, with the ski resort’s One of the major hits with both kids and top skiers and snowboarders competing for Ms Stowers said Harbour Town and adults was the Mt Buller Rail Jam on July 5 the best trick. they will defi nitely consider running the activities again. Following the wintery trend, the snow works program at Harbour Town catered to the She also praised the City of Melbourne- younger snow fans and provided many parents sponsored July fi reworks at Docklands and and grandparents with some happy snaps. said that Friday night trading had improved. “Th e snow works was so successful with up to 600 plus kids through each day during the school holidays,” Ms Stowers said. Welcome Fynn Fans of fashion also gathered in Harbour Town for its Fashion Hunter competition, Docklands welcomes Fynn which ran from June 24 until July 18. Nelson, baby son of Luke and Fashionistas were drawn to Fashion Hunter Evanna Nelson, who was born with the chance to meet the designers, get free hair and skin consultations, free hand at Sunshine Hospital on July 7. massages and mini hand manicures. Luke is well known in Docklands as pastor of Fashion lovers were also able to win the local church, City on a Hill. chance to style an outfi t that will appear in the Harbour Town spring newsletter by Fynn Cooper Nelson was 7lb 9 oz (3.6kg) and Bethany - Fashion Hunter. entering a styling competition. was 51cm long at birth. GRAND OPENING SATURDAY 5TH JUNE Fantastic Home & Gifts
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Docklands Drive ISSUE 56 DOCKLANDS NEWS 11 ‘Charlie’s Angels’ showcase Docklands By Alison Kinkade
Th e Charlie’s Angels of Docklands have fi nally hit the small screen with J.C. Street Real Estate agents, Cheryle and Julie Street, and fellow agent Sharn Swann featuring in Channel Seven’s new documentary series, Under the Hammer.
Th e show, which began on Monday, July 26, “Th ere is some opposition to Docklands out follows the gorgeous girls around as Cheryle there, but the only people who are opposed tries to sell a property in South Melbourne to it are the people who don’t know it or who for two clients, Mark and Damien, so that she haven’t walked around here and spent some can then help them purchase their dream time here,” she said. apartment in Docklands. Cheryle is a seasoned performer having Th e girls, who were picked for the reality acted in at least 70 commercials and some television series by the show’s researchers, said TV shows, including Round the Twist. She being chosen came as a complete surprise. said she thoroughly enjoyed participating in the show and would do it again. “Th ey just called us up for a chat and after “It was fantastic and anything we can do to get chatting for a while they said you guys sound Docklands out there we would do,” she said. really great can we come in and meet you? We said yes sure come in for a wine, and they Although only two shows have aired, there is were like… a wine? And it just went from speculation that another series may already there,” Julie said with a laugh. be on the cards and Cheryle has already put forward a candidate. Deciding to do the show was an easy decision according to Cheryle, who features “Th ey’ve just heard Julie’s doing an auction most prominently in the series. and they’re interested in continuing and Julie would be fantastic,” she said. “Th e main thing for us as agents was being able to put Docklands on the ‘map’ nationally, Under the Hammer is a reality television series which follows agents around as they because everyone in Melbourne knows about reveal the methods they use to sell property it, but this show will go into thousands and at auction and airs on Channel Seven each thousands of homes nationally.” Monday at 8pm. A passionate Docklands resident, Cheryle was keen to show just how beautiful the suburb is. Cheryle and Julie Street - stars of the small screen with Channel Seven’s ‘Under the Hammer’.
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With the federal election just weeks away, Docklands News approached three The marginal seat of Melbourne, which has been held since federation by candidates for the electorate of Melbourne to see what their stance was on some Labor, takes in 53sq km of the inner city including Melbourne CBD, Docklands, of the most important issues facing Docklands and Australia. Abbotsford, Ascot Vale, Richmond, Collingwood, Clifton Hill, Carlton, Fitzroy, North Melbourne, Flemington, Kensington, Parkville and West Melbourne. The candidates were asked to give their views on refugees; the environment; mining tax; education; health; employment; gay marriage and the rising cost Held since 1993 by retiring Labor MP Lindsay Tanner, the seat is vulnerable. of living. In the 2007 election Labor won 49.5 per cent of the vote, the Liberals 23.5 per cent They were also asked to list the three most important things they believed were and Greens 22.8 per cent. On a two-candidate preferred basis, Labor was slightly concerns to Docklanders and what they would do about them. ahead of the Greens with 54.7 per cent, while the Greens held 45.3 per cent.
REFUGEES EDUCATION GAY MARRIAGE I am committed to pursuing a My two children attended local government I am on the record as a supporter of gay compassionate approach to people fl eeing schools in the Melbourne electorate and I marriage and I will advocate as hard and as war and terror. Labor’s approach to this am a passionate supporter of high quality strong as I can within Labor Party forums to complex issue is to engage our regional education for all Australian children no encourage change on this issue. Importantly, partners and international organisations matter where they live or how much their a range of reforms have been made during like the UNHCR to develop a co-ordinated parents earn. I support Labor’s trade Labor’s fi rst term of government, including regional response. Inner city Melbourne cadetship program for students who want to changing 80 pieces of legislation to remove is home to a diverse cultural community pursue a career in the trades so that we don’t Commonwealth discrimination against and this has contributed greatly to making experience skills shortages in the future. same-sex couples. Melbourne the fabulous place it is today. HEALTH RISING COST OF LIVING ENVIRONMENT I am proud to be a member of the party that For many Australians fi nancial pressure is Climate change is the most pressing issue invests in our nation’s health. Labor will train something they face everyday. Th at’s why I facing our planet. I believe in climate change 3000 new nurses and 1300 GPs over the next support fair wages and working conditions Cath Botwell and in putting a price on carbon. My number three years. I am particularly passionate about so Australians can enjoy a decent standard of Australian Labor Party one priority will be to push for this reform as mental health and while the Government has living. I also support increases to the pension, a matter of urgency. Disappointingly, Labor’s already made signifi cant investments in this childcare rebates and the Education Tax Cath Botwell has lived in the electorate for plan for a price on carbon was blocked by important area I acknowledge that there is Refund to take some of the pressure off . both the Liberals and the Greens in the more to do in this space. the past 22 years with her husband Peter PLUS 3 ISSUES OF INTEREST TO THE Senate. Th e Prime Minister has announced and has been involved in the community EMPLOYMENT DOCKLANDS COMMUNITY through the North Melbourne Legal Service a way forward with the establishment of a and other organisations. people’s assembly to build consensus to My involvement as the ACTU’s lead CHILDCARE progress these important reforms. negotiator in the Your Rights at Work Th is is a critical issue in every community, A former ACTU senior industrial offi cer, campaign – which ultimately led to the MINING TAX and Docklands is no diff erent. Whether Ms Botwell was instrumental in abolishing abolition of WorkChoices – is something I you are a worker doing the daily commute WorkChoices and then led negotiations in Australia’s natural resources are owned am very proud of. Australians deserve decent or a resident, the demand for aff ordable, the development of the Fair Work Act. by all Australians and Labor’s minerals working conditions and wages. Only a Labor quality childcare spaces is high. As a working resource rent tax ensures a fair return to government will protect workers rights. mother I understand parents’ concerns and the community. Th is initiative will fund an A strong and growing economy is the key that is why I support the Government’s early increase in superannuation from nine to 12 to ensuring those Australians out of work childhood reforms to improve aff ordability per cent, allowing cuts in company tax to can fi nd employment and Labor’s cuts to and secure better staff /child ratios. assist business growth. Tony Abbott wants to company tax will help business. ditch the tax entirely and increase company tax which is a step backwards economically. I support the mining tax and the benefi ts it will bring to the wider community.
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SUSTAINABILITY ENVIRONMENT overarching vision and responsibility for the precinct. With plans for a road tunnel exit Community Sustainable growth has to be part of the Only the Greens have a strong record on near the precinct, traffi c concerns are also future of our great city – including Docklands. defending the environment. We are the likely to increase. I strongly believe that the association AGM I believe in growth that is planned and done only ones with a plan for tackling climate Federal Government must take a greater responsibly and sustainably. We want to change, a carbon levy originally proposed by Th e Docklands Community Association interest in planning our cities. Th ere is no retain those qualities that drew us to inner Prof Ross Garnaut which would put a price held its Annual General Meeting on point in encouraging people to move into the city Melbourne in the fi rst place. on carbon until a fully-fl edged emissions July 15 at the Lend Lease building in inner city if there is no plan for making the trading scheme is in place. And we need a Victoria Harbour. NATIONAL BROADBAND NETWORK surrounding areas liveable. I will be a strong green, urban environment too. voice for a green, liveable Docklands and CBD. Th e offi ce bearers elected for 2010-11 are: Docklands is a truly state-of-the-art MINING TAX President: Roger Gardner community in technology terms for business MY PRIORITIES and residents. Digital Harbour is the best We support a mining tax and propose that Vice president: Allen Hartley (new) My top three priorities are: (1) Tackling example of this cutting-edge style of living the proceeds from it should go into an climate change, by transforming Australia’s Secretary: Roger Gardner and working. To support its growth and to independently managed sovereign fund, (shared duties) economy into a clean energy powerhouse improve access to high speed broadband used for building the nation’s infrastructure. and embarking on nation-building projects, Treasurer: Jessie Xin Xu services for all Australians the National EDUCATION like a high speed rail link from Melbourne Broadband Network (NBN) must go ahead. Memberships: Paige Jay to Sydney; (2) Standing up for full equality Public education is a priority and funding for General assistance: Jenny Mills (new) for all members of our community; and it should be increased so that we can have a (3) Making Melbourne Australia’s most General assistance: Jeff Slabe (new) world-class system for our kids. Th ere should sustainable city, powered by renewable be two years funded kindergarten and an Th e meeting, attended by some 50 energy and an even better place to live. expansion of community childcare in city areas. residents, was preceded by a presentation by Bovis Lend Lease of its next phase of HEALTH development in Victoria Harbour. Medicare should be expanded to include After welcoming the attendees, the “Denticare”, a publicly-funded primary dental president provided a summary of the care scheme. Mental and preventative health year’s activities and achievements also need a signifi cant injection of funds. including the launch of the new website EMPLOYMENT docklandscommunityassociation.com He said the focus as provided for in the I’ve spent my working life as an employment DCA mission statement would continue lawyer, protecting peoples’ rights at work. to be on providing social activities and I strongly believe we need a fair industrial on taking up local community issues on relations system and that Labor has kept too behalf of residents. many elements of WorkChoices. GAY MARRIAGE Adam Bandt – Greens Steady as she goes I and my party support same-sex marriage. People should not be denied the right to Residing and working in Melbourne, on the chamber marry on the grounds of sexuality. While Adam Bandt fi nished second in the 2007 Th e Docklands Chamber of Commerce other candidates will profess support, only I election for the seat of Melbourne and also annual general meeting on July 20 resulted can promise to vote in Parliament in favour Simon Olsen – Liberal Party fi nished second the 2008 Melbourne lord in a couple of new faces joining an of same-sex marriage. On this issue, the mayoral election. established senior core on the executive. parties should be judged on their record. I A small business owner, Simon Olsen Mr Bandt, a barrister, has worked as an am a proud advocate for full equality. graduated university in 1996 with a Bachelor Th e executive committee is now: industrial and public interest lawyer of Commerce (Hons), majoring in Economics. RISING COST OF LIVING campaigning for workplace rights, fi ghting Keith Rankin (Pleasure Boat Cruises): Mr Olsen began his career in the events President the exploitation of sweatshop labour and Th e Greens’ policies would cut the cost of management industry where he took up increasing the wages of our lowest paid living. We would ban $2 ATM fees, cut power positions in Sydney, Chicago and New York. Elena Tsapatolis (Spot-on Marketing): workers. He has also been a partner at law bills through energy effi ciency measures, make Vice President fi rm, Slater and Gordon. dental care aff ordable through “Denticare” and While in the USA, Mr Olsen was involved in the Rick Deering (Stewart, Silver, King and create more aff ordable housing. 2000 US Republican Presidential Campaign. REFUGEES Burns): Treasurer DOCKLANDS Since returning to Australia Mr Olsen worked Th e Greens have a long-term, practical in a number of sales management roles Joh Maxwell (Tours on Trike): and humanitarian approach to refugees I’ve lived in Melbourne for 15 years. within FedEx and is currently a principal Committee Member and asylum seekers. We’d end mandatory Docklands residents have told me that their consultant with Huthwaite. Sally Hewitt (Quest Explorations): detention, process claims quickly and biggest local issues are the lack of amenities Committee Member end remote, off shore processing. We want like schools, childcare centres and green Mr Olsen was contacted numerous times by an approach based on facts and law, not open spaces as well as the absence of any Docklands News but declined to participate in Don Jones (MAB Corporation): hysteria and fear. this story. Committee Member
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Docklands TV continues to grow with a New shows include: Tune in for your mid-week dose of number of new programs added and more to Jewish Community Centre: Rabbi Shlomo happiness. Your pets are always excited come in August. Nathanson on Mondays at 2pm to see you! Business development manager Linh Rabbi Shlomo Nathanson welcomes Docklands YMCA on Fridays at 11am TV Nguyen says a critical mass is growing and you to tune into his weekly updates High energy TV with Billy and Nadia as that early adopters were reaping the benefi ts. concerning the Jewish Community. they present weekly tips to keep fi t and “Th e statistics are up on last month and we are Chabad of Docklands provides an all-in- active. GUIDE confi dent that this trend will continue,” she said. one centre for Jews in the area. Th e YMCA is more than a Health Club, Businesses or community groups interested Docklands Pets Corner on Wednesdays it is also THE destination for in being on Docklands TV should email at 3pm community fi tness. Linh at [email protected] or Brought to you by PETstock ... part of your call 0424 155 160. family, off ering expert advice for your pet.
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Th e brawl is understood to have involved Urban Reforestation will be moving out of its about 15 people and broke out on platform temporary shop in Merchant St also. 11 of Southern Cross Station at 10.10pm on VicUrban has advised Urban Reforestation it Tuesday, July 6. is welcome to use the land for the next three years, but can be given three months notice “Obviously the station is staff ed fulltime, but to vacate. numbers of staff need to be looked at after these types of events to ensure the crowd Urban Reforestation founder Emily All eyes on Peter Kelly is handled well and everybody is safe,” Ballantyne-Brodie said she was delighted Mr Bowen said. with the decision. A police spokeswoman said police were in She said the new site would be home to I’m not sure whether you would remember what you were the vicinity of the station and arrived shortly a new sustainable living centre, with the doing on July 10, but for local business owner and identity, after the fi ght started. transplanted garden only part of the off ering. Peter Kelly, it was a day he will never forget. She said no arrests were made and no one “Th e lessons we learned from the prototype was seriously injured. will allow us to facilitate a sustainable urban community in our new home,” Spending a small fortune at a Geelong business, Docklands Private Collection, “It’s disappointing that police haven’t been Ms Ballantyne-Brodie said. fundraising dinner on June 26, Peter as well as Docklands itself, Peter said able to act and, while we can be thankful that bought himself the privilege of tossing the the advertising on the large scoreboards apparently nobody was seriously injured, it is “We are looking for a new board, new coin to the start the Cats versus Hawks (prepared by local business Mediation of great concern that a fi ght like this can break partners and sponsors,” she said. “It’s a new AFL game at the MCG as well as the Communications) was great. out on a crowded platform,” Mr Bowen said. beginning for us and for Docklands.” opportunity to meet both captains and “It was seen at least a dozen times It is understood that the station supplied Ms Ballantyne-Brodie said the business view the warm up. throughout the game by the 70,000 CCT footage to police. community could achieve many of its Well worth the money according to crowd,” Peter said. sustainability objectives by participating in Peter, the package also included Metro spokesperson Chris Whitefi eld said Th oroughly enjoying his time in the the new centre’s activities. advertising his business on the back of the 10.16pm Frankston-bound train was spotlight, Peter’s coin toss was made even the team’s “run through” banner, super delayed by about nine minutes and other A fundraising dinner is scheduled for sweeter when his team, Geelong, won the screen advertising in front of 70,000 fans trains were diverted due to the incident. Saturday, August 21 and two “co-design” toss and he didn’t even need to part with and the chance to nominate a mascot to workshops will be held to determine the a further $100. Docklands Community Association run out with the team. form of the new centre. A workshop for president, Roger Gardner, said he couldn’t “When I was introduced to the umpire residents will be held on Sunday, August Peter said the banner looked fantastic comment on the adequacy of security at when he came over to me and told me 22 from 2pm until 4pm and a workshop for and when his granddaughter Madeline Southern Cross Station as he doesn’t use the what I had to do, he said you obviously business will be held on Th ursday, August 26 and Jimmy Bartel ran through it and use the train much, especially not at night, barrack for the cats which I said I did. between 5.30pm and 7.30pm. did a lap it was simply the best but believes that security in Docklands is He said he barracked for the Hawks as a experience they have witnessed from working well. All events will be held at 71 Merchant St, kid … I said I had a $100 in my pocket if their little granddaughter. Victoria Harbour. For further information, it would help, he laughed and said no,” Southern Cross Station Pty Ltd declined to see www.urbanreforestation.com Representing his serviced apartment Peter said. comment on the incident.
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Th e Docklands Yacht Club Committee Team, led by Commodore Sonya Staley, is concentrating on the Club’s growth plans, to service the exciting developments After much anticipation from proposed for Victoria Harbour. the business community, we
In particular of course, the proposal for the are pleased to announce that Docklands Community Boating Hub on the next Docklands News North Wharf. Networking Lunch will be held Th ere is now a steady stream of adventurers visiting and ‘Trying Sailing’ at DYC. And our on Friday, September 17. membership continues to grow. From 12 noon (for 12.30pm) Docklands Th e DYC’s fl eet of nine Access dinghys, stakeholders are invited to attend the supported by our four powered patrol networking event of the season at Waterfront vessels, provides a most popular and Venues, Waterfront City. comfortable outing – especially for those who have not tried sailing before. Th e lunch costs $60 and includes drinks, two Trainees are taught how to right a capsized yacht. courses and antipastos on arrival. Our training program introduces club members and offi cials to ongoing special Th is is a major new asset for the For more information about the GISB With numbers continuing to grow with each courses run by Yachting Victoria. We have a Docklands precinct. courses, see www.docklands.yachting. lunch, we’ve decided to book for 80. So the very healthy increase in credentials amongst org.au. Mr Allen welcomes enquiries and fi rst to book with Alison Kinkade (alison@ Th e club’s training school principal, our coaches, instructors, safety supervisors bookings on 0429 868 304 or via email to docklands.com.au) will attend. senior instructor Ray Allen (a most highly- and race offi cers. [email protected] respected past Bayside Club Commodore) Th e lunch is designed to develop, strengthen A signifi cant step in development of is delighted to open the fi rst Get Into Better still, visit Th e Docklands Yacht and foster business relationships within Docklands Yacht Club is our most recent Small Boat Sailing (GISB Level 1) ‘Learn Club Community Sailing Program. We Docklands. Th e format is informal so there appointment as an offi cial Yachting Australia To Sail’ courses for both adults and operate all year round every second and is plenty of time to relax, chat and make training centre. juniors separately. fourth Sunday from 11am until 4pm. new contacts.
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Mosaic and Montage residents market for have launched a “Save our Docklands Park” campaign in an attempt to stop the Serrata development Independent design and in Bourke St. art market Finders Keepers has announced dates for To spearhead the campaign, they have developed a website, www.saveourpark.com. its Melbourne debut at au which features an online petition. Docklands, expanding to its Montage Owners Corporation chair Jeff third Australian state in less Slabe said residents felt that if they were to be denied a community building for the land than three years. then they would prefer it to be a park. Th e collaborative market event started Th e land, between the Gauge and the in Sydney in 2007, expanded to Brisbane Montage/Mosaic apartments, has always in 2009 and will launch in Melbourne on been earmarked for development. Saturday, October 9 and Sunday, October However, a dispute between Lend Lease Docklands corporations and residents. He VicUrban and consent authorities in relation 10 at Shed 4 Victoria Harbour. said corporations particularly made full use to development on this particular site.” and some residents erupted recently when Co-founders Sarah Th ornton and Brooke of the currently vacant land as their staff the developer announced a 15-storey low- “Th e Victoria Harbour Masterplan identifi es Johnston plan to hold the market in played ball games there during lunch time. density building for the site. Th e residents this site as a development site. Th e site was Docklands twice a year. claim they were told when purchasing that grassed by Lend Lease to provide temporary “We need this green lung in the area, Th e pair started the markets in 2007 after the site was reserved for “community use”. amenity for its residents and workers and otherwise the area becomes less conducive being frustrated with weekly markets. Lend Lease denies this claim. and attractive to families with children and was sign-posted by VicUrban for future Serrata will have 144 apartments and 68 car others,” he said. development following the removal of the “We wanted to bridge the gap between local weekend markets and expensive spaces. Most apartments are 50 sq m, single- construction hoardings along Bourke St He said Victoria Green, the existing park in 2008.” trade fairs,” Ms Johnston said. bedroom units without car parking. behind the development site was a “prison “Th e adjoining Victoria Green will remain a Th e Docklands event will be the largest Mr Slabe said he believed it was not too exercise yard” which would be “hemmed in public park and has been set aside as a City yet, showcasing designs from up to late to prevent Serrata being built, despite it by a concrete jungle”. of Melbourne-owned reserve.” 150 best emerging and innovative being 50 per cent sold on the fi rst weekend A Lend Lease spokesperson said: “Lend designers of fashion, jewellery, accessories, of sales in June. Lease has acted in accordance with its homewares, children’s wear, stationery, He said the “Save our Park” campaign was Development Agreement obligations and art and object design – all of which will be designed to get the attention of politicians, has sought all required approvals from hand selected to be involved.
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if only they would give us a menu and some should have specifi ed tap, because without Th e meat was so good, I didn’t need the The Steakhouse water to start the juices fl owing. giving us the option that came to the table Danish blue cheese sauce I had ordered with an opened $4 bottle of water and nor extra salt or pepper. But the sauce did Instead we got a wine menu to share. But proceeded to pour. come in handy for the side of chips. It was what food do we match it with? OK, that’s perfectly smooth, creamy and not too rich fi ne, sometimes it gets busy. I was still Mains were more of a dilemma than entrée. When you choose to dine at or overpowering, which was surprising for a overjoyed with my double “hi”. Sorry to go on Should we just order steak? Or really test blue cheese sauce. Th e potato gratin which an establishment called “Th e about this, but you don’t get that often these them and order something else? Our friendly came with the steak was, however, too dry days – even in fi ne dining restaurants. waiter helped us and suggested they were Steakhouse” you expect the and I hardly ate any of this. just as good with their seafood. As it turned Our entrees came out quickly, though we steaks to be of a high standard. out, this was not particularly good advice. I Th e seafood spaghetti left a lot to be desired. were forced to use our bread and butter ordered the T-bone steak and my companion It might as well have been called garlic pasta And Steakhouse at Docklands plates to share after our request for entrée went for the seafood spaghetti. with a pinch of seafood. Th e pasta was al plates was ignored – half a dozen overcooked has been correctly named. dente and the fl avour magnifi cent with just oysters Kilpatrick, though very tasty, and a T-bone by defi nition is in a T-shaped bone the right amount of garlic, chilli and olive oil calamari salad to share. It looked almost too with the larger side being porterhouse and When my companion and I walked into Th e as the basis of this main meal. good to eat. I said almost! the smaller being tenderloin. It is little pricier Steakhouse, noticing the welcoming decor because of the fact that it contains meat from Th e small amount of seafood in the dish was, and two glass doors (one automatic door to I cut into the calamari. It had just the right two of the most prized cuts of beef. however, mostly cooked to perfection but it keep out our Docklands wind and the other amount of seasoned batter and was cooked was placed on top and none appeared to be “push-style” door which gives you the feeling to perfection (that’s right get used to that When it was presented to our table I could mixed through the spaghetti. of arriving), our concierge was on the phone. word, I’ll use it a bit in this review). Perfect see both the tables next to us eyeing my calamari to me is when it hasn’t been cooked plate complete with collective nods to each Th e moral of this story? Be adventurous But a passing waiter who had a full tray of so long that it’s chewy or too little when you other. Th e meat was a perfectly seared on the when trying a new place but, for the mains, drinks as well as a full smile said “Hi! Table can still smell the sea in it. Th ere was also outside and when I cut into the small side stick to what is advertised in the name even for two?”. Th e concierge fi nished his call just the right amount of cucumber, rocket, it had the right amount of pink – a perfect if they do claim to be good at something else. without rushing the booking and gave us lettuce, tomato, radish and a sauce I could medium-rare steak. It was a melt in your another genuine “hi”. A double greeting not place. All I could think was, “they got this mouth piece of meat. always puts me in a good mood to dine. Overall rating so right”. Nothing was left on our plates. On the other side of the T, again perfect. I And we were there to dine! After sitting without water for a good 20 wondered how they did it. But look up, and View all our Docklands restaurant So we were off to a great start and were ready minutes, the waiter fi nally off ered to bring you can see the meat being cooked on a reviews and rankings online at to start planning our meal as soon as we sat us sparkling, to which we declined and said TV screen. Turnaround, and you can see a www.docklandsnews.com.au/review down, from entree, main, sides to dessert … we would prefer normal – big mistake. We camera facing the grill. Now that’s reality TV!
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By Guy Mason City on a Hill Pastor Why I date my daughter revealed recently that many children spend as little as 30 Th ree years ago my wife gave birth to minutes a day with their dads during the week. our fi rst child - a beautiful baby girl we In ancient paganism it was not uncommon for people to go to a temple and literally sacrifi ce their child to appease the named Summer. god of their day. Th e god of our day is performance, success, career – a god so demanding that many dads are willing to On most days I feel completely out of my depth as a dad, sacrifi ce their children to appease. yet take great comfort in knowing that God is not only Children are a valuable gift from God. To lead and love them the creator of this world, but also a loving father who is well, we need to not just be around them, but with them and personally involved in the life of his children. for them, i.e., in touch with their challenges, hopes, dreams, As a family (now with two children) we try to do life questions, prayers, etc. I learn so much about my daughter together as much as possible. We play games, explore our in our dates, which is not only joyful, but provides insight to neighbourhood, pray, visit friends, sing, read the bible, paint help my parenting. pictures and, of course, dance to the Wiggles! Second, taking your daughter on a date is fun. As a grown listen to her, value her, pray with her, serve her, discuss life, I’ve also found a growing love for what we call “daddy- up, this may sound odd – but there is something really understand her needs, etc. daughter dates”. Every week Summer and I head out for some enjoyable about hanging with a three-year-old. Simple quality time together. It’s an opportunity to have fun and learn things like feeding ducks and buying a lolly from the milk I am not a perfect dad, but I want to do my best to I give her bar with 10 cents is surprisingly therapeutic. Not only that, more about each other. Some of our favourite dates involve a model that will prepare her for life and the journey ahead. watching your child light up when she goes to the movies for sipping baby-cinos at a local café, feeding ducks, shopping, Ultimately, I do this by showing her my life, but also pointing the fi rst time, or discovers how to use the swing at the park is and enjoying all the free activities at Harbour Town. her to the perfect example, namely Christ. In Jesus she really special. Exploring the world with fresh eyes, gives us a discovers not only that she is loved and cared for, but also As Summer grows up, its likely that her love for feeding new appreciation for God’s creation. what it means to walk in his purpose and promise. ducks and baby-cinos will change, but I’m confi dent our Th ird, as her dad, it’s my role to provide my daughter with daddy-daughter dates will continue. Th ere are a number of Guy Mason is the pastor of City on a Hill, a church that is a picture of how men are to relate to women. Th e day will reasons why. committed to making a diff erence in Melbourne for the glory of come (not for a very, very, very long time!) that Summer will God. Th e services are on Sundays at 10am (Hoyts, Melbourne First, we live in an increasingly busy and demanding society meet and perhaps marry a man. My hope is that through Central) and 6pm (James Squire Brewhouse, Docklands). where the song “Cats in the Cradle” is dangerously close to our time together she will see that a man who genuinely becoming a reality. Th e Australian Institute of Family Studies loves her will look out for her, protect her, have fun with her, Next edition – Why I date my wife
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Our AGM was held on July 15 with an attendance of about 50. A committee of six was elected with three new members. Welcome to the new members and we will be holding our fi rst committee meeting in August. Social activity planning will be included.
Many thanks to Bovis Lend Lease for developed public space. We look forward providing the venue for the AGM and for to that applying to Docklands. Obviously giving a presentation on their plans for council’s plan has to be tied in with the future development of Victoria Harbour. Government’s Second Decade. Our website Following a number of enquiries, I www.docklandscommunityassociation. asked VicUrban what is planned for the com is up and running with plenty of concrete area between the Esplanade content. Please check it out and any and the water stretching from the NAB to comments are welcome. NewQuay and was told there is no plan yet but they fully expect to have one for At the invitation of VicUrban I attended the comment next year. launch of Docklands Th e Second Decade offi ciated by Minister Justin Madden, We keep circulating updates to Lord Mayor Robert Doyle and VicUrban, members on the current redevelopment which I have commented on separately. as received from VicUrban. Th e presentation talked about further If any member or reader for that matter development with the inclusion of has any suggestions they wish to put infrastructure. Th ey are looking for forward to the DCA with respect to community input and ideas. We will activities or issues to take up on their prepare a submission from the DCA and behalf you are welcome to do so by refer a draft to members for comment. For the dog’s sake contacting us on the email address above. I was part of a small deputation of Welcome to our new members who have CoRBA members [combined resident recently joined. Anybody else wishing to Mediation Communications graphic designer Krisztina Strzebonski groups] who met with Minister Madden join is encouraged to contact Paige Jay on on July 13, requesting more consultation is so in love with her dog Ben (right) that she selfl essly lets him live [email protected] who will be on urban planning matters. at her in-laws with their dog BJ (Ben Junior - left). happy to assist. We have also been invited by the City Good to talk with you again and we will of Melbourne to make a submission continue to keep in touch. After purchasing Ben, a boxer, seven years herself to separate them. regarding their Municipal Strategic ago when he was just 12 weeks old Krisztina “I miss Ben a lot, but Ben and BJ are best Statement (MSS). Its release document and her husband Luke were forced to give friends and they have a big backyard to includes a statement that the Sincerely him to Luke’s parents a year later. play in, which I can’t off er them. Th ey’re development of new buildings (city Roger Gardner “We were moving out of our house and extremely spoilt by Luke’s parents and are in wide) will be co-ordinated with well- President DCA couldn’t take Ben with us for a short period good hands,” Kris said. of time. Luke’s parents were kind enough to Krisztina said that Ben and BJ were so close look after him and they fell in love with him.” and in-tune with each other that Ben had Experts to get down and dirty at MCEC Having spent time looking after Ben, and even saved BJ’s life. falling in love with him and the breed, World attention will be focussed on South China and the USA present to delegates “BJ got stung in the mouth by a bee a few Krisztina’s in-laws decided to purchase a Wharf in September as experts tackle issues on reducing the risks created by the years ago and it was Ben that kept nagging boxer of their own. surrounding polluted development sites. redevelopment of “brownfi eld” sites. and hounding at Bart (Krisztina’s brother-in- “Luke’s parents purchased BJ, who is now law) trying to get his attention to alert him to Th is year the annual Sustainable Risk Former secretary of the Californian EPA six years old, and Ben and BJ have been BJ who was lying helplessly on a bed at the Rationalisation Conference is being held at and chief environmental policy advisor to inseparable ever since,” Kris said. back of the house. If wasn’t for Ben, BJ may the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Governor Schwarzenegger, Terry Tamminen, not be around today” she said. Centre (MCEC) from September 2-3. is presenting at the conference. Krisztina, who is a huge dog lover, said that after Ben had spent so much time with her Extremely smart and playful, it is clear to see Th e conference, which is in its third year, For online registration and more information in-laws and BJ she couldn’t possibly bring why so many people love Ben and BJ. will see 29 leading experts from Australia, see www.srr-otek.com.au. Slow Sundays. Let the afternoon drift away at Docklands with a meal and drink for just $15. Enjoy a languid Sunday afternoon with family and friends this winter at Docklands. Slow Sundays is the perfect opportunity to unwind, with twenty restaurants across Waterfront City, NewQuay, Harbour Town and Central Pier offering a meal matched with a glass of wine or beer for just $15. There’s also free live entertainment at Waterfront City Piazza, so you really can stretch out the weekend. Slow Sundays at Docklands, every Sunday between 2pm and 6pm until 29 August. Check thatsmelbourne.com.au for details. 24 DOCKLANDS NEWS ISSUE 56 Party and pamper
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Whether you’re planning a hens’ night or just looking to have a get together with the girls, look no further than Waterfront Venues. Alumbra With a pampering package and a cocktail But, if you’re looking for something that gives master-class to choose from, you’ll be you a little less pampering and a little more sure to have a great night. partying, then try the cocktail master-class. turns eight With all the hard work taken care of, all At $25 a head you and your friends will you need to do is turn up. Th e pampering have lots of fun learning how to mix and package costs $47 per person and shake a cocktail. includes a cocktail on arrival, express Docklands bar Alumbra turned eight on Saturday July 3 and Th e class is very reasonably priced and manicure, a 15-minute neck and includes two cocktails per person and prizes celebrations were anything but low key. shoulders massage and fi nger food for for the best cocktail on the night. each guest. A cocktail master-class is great for any A glamorous crowd attended the Brazilian see that people still have a real connection Waterfront Venues’ events and marketing occasion including birthdays, hens’ and themed party, which was transformed with the bar,” he said. manager, Photini Drivas, said the bucks’ nights, engagements and team- into a colourful carnivale. Brazilian DJ pampering package was very popular for Th e extravagant birthday celebrations were building functions. Meme played tunes all night and Brazilian hens’ nights. not unusual for Alumbra, which has a history percussionists the Samba Queens made sure So next time you’re planning a big night of glamorous parties at Central Pier. Arriving “We’ve hosted hundreds of hens’ nights no one was standing still. out, consider Waterfront Venues for a in 2007, Alumbra is part of the $31 million since we started running them a year and one-stop-shop. Alumbra director Simon Digby said that redevelopment of Central Pier by Atlantic a half ago,” Ms Drivas said. the night was a true representation of the Group [v]. “You can’t fault it. Th e massage, master- Massage therapist Michelle said she Alumbra vibe. class, fi nger food and the fact that you can Alumbra’s 360 degrees waterfront views and believed the hens’ nights were very remain here after the package fi nishes and “From our early days at South Wharf, alluring vibe ensure that Docklands workers popular because they catered to a range stay on and continue drinking and partying Alumbra has set the bench mark for aren’t seen anywhere but Central Pier on a of people. She said she often had new with your friends,” Ms Drivas said. Melbourne night life. We have a strong Friday evening. Proof that Alumbra’s charm mums commenting to her on how great following within Melbourne and it’s great to continues to work its magic, eight years after it was to be able to have a private room Ms Drivas can be contacted on 9329 2360 or its humble beginnings. where they could breastfeed. [email protected]
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Giving back locally is what Paul Roper, proprietor of Th e Good Guys South Wharf has sought since opening his doors last year. Paul Roper (left) and staff at the South Wharf Good Guys store. His Local Giving Token Box Program is helping worthy causes, enabling customers to play a fundamental role in the process.
Paul has raised over $5000 since last December Paul’s Local Giving Program also partners when his store introduced the Token Box with Jamie Oliver’s Ministry of Food Program which enables locals to have their say. Australia, educating the community about Th e two programs directly receiving benefi ts healthy eating. Th e Good Foundation has are Urban Seed and Open Family Australia. just announced this project with funds being raised via the Token Box Program. Paul said: “We are delighted with how much our customers have embraced the program. Th e Good Guys Local Giving Program is Th e concept of giving is fundamental in run in partnership with Th e Good Guys all communities, and South Wharf is no Foundation, a not-for-profi t organisation exception. Our cause partners play a vital which will see a percentage of every role in supporting those in need who live in transaction donated to charity. our neighbourhood.” You can fi nd Th e Good Guys on Level 2 of He went on to say: “Donations allow Urban the Homemaker Hub at DFO South Wharf. Seed to run Credo Café, which provides food Drop in and say hi to Paul or his friendly to disadvantaged people, and Open Family staff , check out the extensive range of big Australia to employ an outreach worker in brands at low prices. the Docklands area. Keeping it local is what Th e Good Guys South Wharf, ph: 8646 0400 our customers want.” www.thegoodguys.com.au/southwharf
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the Editor Letters to And last of all, Australia Post has wasted the appears to have been no consultation Australia Post time that I have had to spend, and will have whatsoever. Yet the Serrata apartments are to further spend in weeks to come, writing now being openly marketed and appear to complaint letters and awaiting a response. be a fait accompli. complaint I do not appreciate being cheated and lied I contend that purchasers of apartments in to, then simply turned away as if none of my Mosaic and Montage on upper levels had I am a resident of Docklands, at NewQuay inconveniences were of any signifi cance. a reasonable expectation that they would just above Harbour Town and have been not have their view obstructed to the west repeatedly forced to pick up my packages Colin Lim given the proposal for a low rise building. from the post offi ce as a result of Australia Th erefore, these owners have a case for Post’s incompetency in its delivery services. damages against the developer. I thought this might be of interest to you because many others in Docklands might Lend Lease Th is is not the fi rst brush that Lend Lease also be facing the same problem. has had with owners post-settlement of apartments. I understand that residents Below is a summary of the complaint: complaint of Dock 5 were presented with a similar I have experienced three separate instances I read with interest your interview with scenario in the planning phases of Th e where Australia Post has utterly and I Hugh Martin of Lend Lease regarding the Merchant and the height of the building was suspect, intentionally, failed to perform the changes to the Victoria Harbour masterplan subsequently reduced in recognition of a services in which it had promised to me. incorporating the privatisation of the site view obstruction. I shop online a lot, often opting to pay a to be occupied by an apartment building Sadly, it seems that the second and third higher price for an item that could have been known as Serrata. developments of Lend Lease have the same bought in stores cheaper, mainly because I My family purchased a number of apartments problems with the interests of clients being enjoy the convenience of having the goods in Mosaic off the plan and continues to hold a disregarded after they have purchased delivered to my doorstep. Th is means I also majority of them. During the purchase phase and settled. have to pay a charge for shipping which we were shown the masterplan several times saves me much time and eff ort. We trusted that Lend Lease, being a Sydney- and took keen interest in the neighboring based developer with its fi rst residential But what is the point of me going through the plan for the Bourke St site on which Serrata is development in Melbourne, would be whole process of shopping online, paying to be constructed. ethical in their dealings and that establishing higher prices and shipping charges, and then It was designated as a site for a community a good reputation would be seen as waiting days and weeks waiting for my items building and the 3D model that has been important. In fact, sales personnel stressed to arrive, when I always end up having to go on display for over three years in the Lend this point during the selling phase of Mosaic. out and collect it myself? Lease sales offi ces and, until recently, Of course Mr Martin would make a predictable On each and every one of those days that showed a low rise building that Lend Lease response regarding representations from his Australia Post claimed to have attempted to personnel (who I am prepared to name in a own team, and his comments regarding this deliver the items, I was at home with at least statutory declaration) positively nominated are nothing but self-serving. Send your letters to one other person with me, and on none of these as a ‘community facility’. occasions did we receive a ring on our intercom I suggest that Lend Lease now needs to come [email protected] One would think that if consultation had system. Th e moment I receive communication clean as to who initiated the change to usage, been made on a masterplan during the of my parcel being shipped, I ensure that I am and listen to those in Mosaic and Montage who period when Mosaic and Montage were home and alert in order to receive it. are detrimentally aff ected by the proposed selling, then it should follow that community Serrata rather than fobbing them off . Australia Post has wasted my money and consultation ought take place before Lend eff ort shopping and waiting for the goods. Lease publicly displayed and sold the To blame the “system” is frankly unhelpful It has wasted my time that I spent waiting at changed concept now known as Serrata. and unprofessional, and not accepting home, postponing important appointments. responsibility and in complete contrast to Residents of Mosaic and Montage have It forced me to travel at my own expense to Mr Martin’s comment “... doing the right purportedly been told by Lend Lease that the the post offi ce to pick up and then bring the thing by the community”. goods back, something which I had already change to usage of the site was an initiative paid to get done in the fi rst place! of VicUrban. If this was the case, then there Peter Volk ISSUE 56 DOCKLANDS NEWS 27
PROUDLY Ali’s version of SUPPORTED BY Singapore noodles
Each month Docklands News INGREDIENTS METHOD will be bringing you a recipe of 250 grams rice vermicelli noodles (usually Place the noodles in a large, heatproof one packet at Woolworths or Coles) bowl and pour over boiling water. Allow the the month. 700 grams beef, chicken, prawn or pork noodles to soak completely covered in water (or a mixture of all) cut into slices. for 5-10 mins until soft. Once soft, drain the Docklands News encourages readers to noodles in a colander, rinse and set aside. ¼ cup chicken stock or water submit a recipe of no more than 500 words In a small bowl, mix the chicken stock/water, and an image of their fabulous creation. Th e 3½ tbsp soy sauce soy sauce, oyster sauce and fi sh sauce. Set aside. recipe chosen to be featured for the month 3 tbsp oyster sauce will win a Sunday roast dinner for two at Heat a large wok to a high heat. Add half Mad Duck Café in Yarra’s Edge. 2 tbsp coriander the oil and half the amount of garlic, ginger, 2tbsp curry powder onion, curry powder, chilli and sauce. Stir-fry Ali’s version of Singapore noodles. – Serves briefl y until fragrant before adding the meat. six main serves 2tbsp fi sh sauce Cook the meat until tender then transfer the Th ere’s no need to rush off to your local 1 or 2 diced small chillies depending on meat to a plate. Chinese takeaway shop or restaurant for how hot you like your food Add the remaining oil, ginger, garlic, chilli, your hit of this family favourite when it’s so 2½ tbsp extra virgin olive oil curry powder and onion to the wok and stir- easy to make. 4 cloves garlic, minced fry briefl y before adding the vegetables. Singapore noodles is a delicious meal that 3 tsp minced ginger Toss the vegetables until tender and then add will have kids and adults enjoying their the meat, noodles and coriander to the mixture. vegies and begging for more. 1 large onion, peeled and sliced Stir in the remaining sauce making sure it It’s perfect for an after school/work snack, 1 red capsicum, deseeded and completely coats the dish. main meal or accompaniment and the best fi nely sliced Whisk eggs and fry in separate non-stick pan as thing is you can have a play with it and add 2 medium carrots peeled and sliced an omelette. When cooked, chop the omelette or take out things you don’t like. Don’t be 2 handfuls of snow peas with the into small pieces and add to the noodles. put off by the length of the ingredients list, it end cut off is very simple and once you have the staples Taste test and then add salt, black pepper, you can make it over and over again. 1 bunch of broccoli cut into bite size sugar, soy sauce or curry powder if desired. pieces Plate up the dish and garnish with coriander 1 tin baby corn cuts and tips if any is left over and voila, you have the 3 eggs perfect Singapore noodles. Salt, pepper or brown sugar to taste Note: Th is is a great and tasty dish if you are a vegetarian – Just leave out the meat and add a few extra vegies.
analyses, the fi rst principal is that Docklands and the campus. We want to understand the above the paths and walkaways, linking the Docklands bears the burden of too much symmetry. building and the light and the sun, a lot of buildings in ribbons of fi ligree as they wear Institute for Simplistically expressed, and for the purpose it is intuitive. What we have at the moment endless crinolines, wrapping them all up Research of this discussion (ignoring the architecture is the boxes and the spaces and it would like fi laments of Christo to join the shops, Investigation of the buildings and the crucial importance be misleading and cause inappropriate restaurants, the pier, Icehouse, car parks and and Reportage of street sculptures) we have numerous responses to disclose any more.” pedestrians until it adds a disjunctive but towers and an oblong harbour. Th e Gehry project has been approved and mobile sense of togetherness. How to defeat this fearful symmetry? You it will be later on that they will add the fl air To get ahead of the UTS project, a unique might well ask. And the answer is that we and the beauty that attract people to Bilbao, building technique will be used by which the might have been beaten to the punch by the Seattle and Los Angeles. It looks like it will works will be installed discreetly over two drunken robot school of architecture. Gehry take them only 20 minutes to do so. weeks and completed over a weekend. First, Partners is to design a landmark building for We have applied this logic to Docklands, the spars and tension pulleys will be erected, Some asymmetry to come the University of Technology, Sydney. where what we have is boxes and spaces. followed by the shaping of the mesh. Th is will But wait, the Institute has made a careful Th e Institute proposes to add fl amboyance be rapidly suspended, twisted and pushed It is of overwhelming agreement, which is, analysis of those proposals. Last week, Frank and asymmetry to Docklands, but unlike into position. Lastly, high pressure hoses will in and of itself, so suff ocating as to stultify all Gehry was asked reasonable questions. “What UTS, we are prepared to put the design on spray atomized concrete into the mesh. argument, that the Docklands precinct was display for community comment. is the new building going to look like and Boorish critics have said that the proposal not designed as it should have been. Th e what are the approximate dimensions?” Th e A partially transparent and delicate will leave the area looking like some sort of question therefore now for consideration is, answers are paraphrased from several sources woven skirt of steel wire mesh appearing set left over from Th e Planet of the Apes, what to do about it? including INDESIGNLIVE (28/07/10). to blow in the wind forming shapes of a and we counter with our vision of Not enough laneways and alcoves, but “It is a trajectory. It is premature to discuss complementary aesthetic with the waves, perambulating people dancing around these criticisms are peripheral. Upon our plans. Th e goal is sensitivity to the surrounds the sails, the hulls, the spars as it drapes may poles (Led Zeppelin version).
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WHAT’S ON AT WATERFRONT CITY IN AUGUST
This August celebrate Melbourne Day with the kids at Wonderland Fun Park, strap your skates on for some fun at Icehouse and make sure to visit the Amazing Bodies Exhibition on until the end of the month. Waterfront City is the place to be on Sundays. Browse the Docklands Sunday Market then enjoy a delicious Slow Sunday lunch at one of the participating eateries in Waterfront City. Melbourne Day at Wonderland Fun Park Celebrate Melbourne Day at Wonderland Fun Park! Wonderland Fun Park will offer all patrons 2 for 1 unlimited ride wristbands, or a special $10 per child for school groups. Wonderland Fun Park offers family favourites like Dodgem Cars; The Grand Carousel; Jurassic Adventure; Bungee Trampoline; The Dragon Flyer; Tea Cups and more. Date: August 30 (also open weekends, school and public holidays) Time: 11am – 5pm Venue: Wonderland Fun Park Cost: Unlimited wristbands shop and ride all day $27.50 per person. Standard rides take multiple coupons and cost from $2 to $10 a ride.
Amazing Bodies Exhibition The Exhibition is designed to vividly display where we came from, the intricacies of the animal and human body and teaches us about health and diseases – all in a captivating display of science and art. Date: Everyday until August 31 Time: Everyday (except Friday): 10am – 5pm last entry 4:15pm. Fridays (open til late): 10am - 8pm last entry 7:15pm Venue: Waterfront City Pavilion Cost: Adult $25 · Child $16 · Family $75 · Concession $23
Ice Hockey Ice Hockey is a fast-paced, action-packed sport that attracts millions of people world-wide, and has been a part of the Victorian sporting scene for over 100 years. The ‘Melbourne Ice’ - Victoria’s team in the Australian Ice Hockey League - currently sit at number two in the league and continue to wow spectators at sell-out Icehouse home games. To enhance player participation and development of Melbourne’s fastest growing ice sport, the Icehouse’s Hockey School program has been set up to cater to people of any age and ability. From 12 - week beginner hockey development programs, to developmental leagues and specialised camps, our qualified coaches help first timers and experienced players excel in the sport in a fun and challenging environment. For details on the Icehouse Hockey School, visit: icehouse.com.au or call 8631 3997. Date: Everyday Time: See icehouse.com.au for details Venue: Icehouse,105 Pearl River Rd, Docklands
Docklands Sunday Market The Docklands Sunday Market offers Australian beauty products, Bonsai trees, handmade flowers, reclaimed wood furniture, second hand books, candles and much more from the talented craftspeople of Melbourne. The Docklands Sunday Market is located on the Waterfront City promenade at Docklands. Date: Every Sunday Time: 10am – 5pm Venue: Waterfront City
Slow Sundays Slow Sundays provide the perfect opportunity to discover new eateries at Waterfront City, or just catch up with friends over a lazy Sunday afternoon. The best part about it is that it won’t break the bank! From 20 June to 29 August every Sunday from 2pm to 6pm, enjoy a delicious light meal matched with a glass of wine or beer for just $15. Enjoy free live entertainment Sunday afternoons at the Waterfront City Piazza. Music styles will be eclectic and varied over the eleven weeks of the programme and is sure to get your toes tapping as you peruse the Sunday Markets, sip on a hot chocolate, or drift on by to the next stop on your Slow Sundays journey. Date: Every Sunday until August 29 Time: 2pm – 6pm Venue: Waterfront City and other Docklands precincts
For further information visit www.waterfrontcity.com.au Waterfront City, Docklands Drive, Melbourne Docklands. MEL REF 2E D4 30 DOCKLANDS NEWS ISSUE 56 Docklands businesses
How compatible are you Sparks fl y when you come into contact with one another! Strong feelings of love, attraction, and your partner? warmth, mutual admiration, and appreciation bring you together, and you are able to express should apply your love feelings openly and fully to one another. You can be great friends and companions as well as lovers. Check the astrological charts by emailing yours and your partners’ birthdate and time Th e two of you may have been brought together by forces beyond your control, in a way that Applications for the City of to [email protected] feels particularly “karmic” or fated. Long term commitment/marriage is the likely outcome. Melbourne’s 2010-11 small business grants have opened Catherine: Matthew: and Docklands businesses North node in Aquarius Venus in Aquarius. North node in Aquarius Venus in Libra. are encouraged to apply, Th e special gift that this relationship Th e special gift that this relationship brings Catherine: brings Matthew: despite none winning grants Chances are you will fall in love with Matt Your purpose in Catherine’s life is to increase in the last two rounds. quickly and easily. Like it or not. her sense of self-worth and to bring her good luck in the areas of love and money. As you Th e fi rst round of small business grants, His purpose in your life is to teach you how validate what is special about Catherine, which were opened for application in to love and experience pleasure. you also feel good about yourself. Th e love February have been announced with Matthew expands your capacity for personal engendered by your relationship is a blessing a spice retailer, an electric bike aff ection and helps you heal obstructions for you both. company and an indigenous career that get in the way of your feeling love for and employment agency being among others. His presence opens your heart in a the winners. healthy way. A spokesperson for the City of Melbourne Catherine Matthew said four Docklands-based businesses did apply for a grant. However none February 27, 1989 August 27, 1989 Featured terminology were successful. Sydney Melbourne North node - Th e most profound issues each of us is working on in this lifetime. “Th e next round of grants is open until Birth time unknow Birth time unknow 13 August and is defi nitely worthwhile - Th e planet of love romance and money. (Not sex or lust – this is found in mars.) Venus promoting to Docklands businesses,” the spokesperson said. Lord Mayor Robert Doyle said the grants August had put Melbourne on the map as being a (Aug 8 - Sept 7) start-up capital for innovative businesses. Month of the Monkey “In the 14 years that they have been on Monthly Element: Wood Feng Shui: Wood element symbolises off er, we have seen how vital the City of renewal and brings vital living energy Melbourne Small Business Grants have Polarity: Yang into your space, helping to eliminate been in helping people establish and Favourable Colours: Beige, yellow, negativity and stagnation. It is well known grow their own businesses,” Cr Doyle said. all green hues. for promoting good health and attracting Th e seven winning recipients in the fi rst positive change. Plants and fresh fl owers Tip of the Month: Ruled by the wood round, who together will receive almost are the best manifestation of the wood element, August symbolises knowledge, $130,000 in grants, are made up of three energy and you can use them extensively growth and development, creating an ideal start-up, two business expansion, one throughout the house to promote platform for some constructive changes in export entry and one business support motivation, creativity, inspiration and your daily life and allowing you to make a services grants. passion for life. Just be aware that dried fresh new start. Th is is the best opportunity leaves and withered fl owers are very Applicants interested in applying for to acquire a new set of skills, which will help inauspicious and should never be kept at the 2010-11 Small Business Grants to take your career to the next level. home. Also, wooden furniture or decoration should visit www.melbourne.vic.gov. Being changeable and a little unpredictable, items are not considered an eff ective au/grantsandsponsorship for more August brings the element of fun and remedy, as they are not living plants and information. excitement back into your daily life. So be do not convey the same amount of positive prepared to become more fl exible with energy. Alternatively, you can use green your plans than usual, as they may change hues, vertical narrow stripes for decoration, unexpectedly during the course of this as well as chairs with high backs, tall narrow month and remember the importance of vases, stem-shaped objects, and any other keeping the balance of “work” and “play” in items of a considerable height, representing your busy schedule. growth of a tree or plant.
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The majority of investors who bought apartments in Docklands are overseas buyers, recently law changed, overseas buyers are no longer allow to buy EXISTING PROPERTIES. Also, migration policy has become harder & harder, the number of international students coming to Australia for studying are decreasing, these will directly affect the property price especially now docklands price is High. As a savvy With BESTINBEST HOMES P/L, we are shifting our focus to the western investor, are you still think of buying in Docklands at this moment? Are you still thinking of buying small suburbs, where you can get a much better and solid return for your VL]HDSDUWPHQWVIRUFDWHULQJWKHQHHGVRIRYHUVHDVVWXGHQWV QHZRIÀFHZRUNHUV" investment. Please call HANCHENG on 0425 388 663 or 9008 8885. ISSUE 56 DOCKLANDS NEWS 31 Businesses in Docklands DOCKLANDS-BASED BUSINESSES WISHING TO BE PROFILED IN THIS SECTION SHOULD EMAIL: [email protected] THE COFFEE CLUB OPENS AT MYER
at the chance to off er the same good food, Th e newest addition to great service and excellent coff ee in one of Melbourne’s most exciting up-and-coming Australia’s largest home-grown areas,” Mr Saggin said. café group, Th e Coff ee Club “In Docklands, Th e Coff ee Club is one of the last opened its doors in foyer only places where people can sit down to of the Myer building in enjoy a bite to eat outside the offi ce, without having to trek into the city,” Mr Saggin said. Collins St, Docklands. Th e Coff ee Club Director John Lazarou said he was looking forward to seeing the Collins It off ers local offi ce workers, shoppers and St cafe fl ourish with the rest of the area. residents the Coff ee Club’s freshly-brewed, hot espresso coff ee as well as a delicious “We know Melburnians have discerning range of open grills, salads, gourmet wraps, tastes when it comes to excellent coff ee so sandwiches and light meals, prepared fresh as we couldn’t be happier to see that they’re they are ordered. embracing Th e Coff ee Club,” Mr Lazarou said. Franchise owners Mark Saggin and Jason Th e Coff ee Club now has 252 cafes in Muller have a combined 25-years experience Australia, New Zealand and Th ailand with in the hospitality industry and saw the new locations set to open in Melbourne’s potential of adding a second Coff ee Club to Chelsea, Berwick, Greensborough and their growing franchise portfolio. Waverley Gardens before the end of 2010. “Jason and I have had Th e Coff ee Club Th e Coff ee Club Collins St will be open Doncaster for two and a half years and have from 7am until late seven days a week been ecstatic with the demand from our and is located at 800 Collins Street. Visit loyal customers. When the opportunity to www.wherewillimeetyou.com to fi nd out open in Docklands came up, we jumped more about Th e Coff ee Club. THEY KNOW BUSINESSES
and between us all we probably speak about Th e gorgeous couple with an infectious When Ahmet Ali and his wife, 10 languages,” Ahmet said. passion for work are excited about living and Vesna Petkovska-Ali moved Ahmet, who moved to Australia from Cyprus working in Docklands. when he was fi ve years old, has had an “We love our job very much and being in the into an apartment in Yarra’s interesting career path which has changed same building as where we live gives us the Edge three years ago they never three times. opportunity and convenience to work with envisaged setting up a business “I started my career as an Australian and around our clients,” Ahmet said. diplomat serving in (the former) Yugoslavia Th e family-oriented couple, who have fi ve in Docklands. (Belgrade), Warsaw (Poland) and Toronto sons and one grand-daughter, love being (Canada) before retiring from the public in Docklands and can’t see themselves But after running their successful business service in 1996 to own and operate retail anywhere else. brokerage fi rm, AA Real Estate and Business businesses and after about nine years I was Brokers, in Collins St for one year the pair recruited by a large brokerage fi rm,” he said. “We are happy, vibrant, local residents and we are excited about Docklands and seeing decided to expand and move their business a Since beginning his brokerage career in it grow and we can’t see ourselves ever living little closer to home. 2005, Ahmet has won “Salesman of the Year” anywhere else,” Ahmet said. “We adore Docklands and we wanted to for 2007/08 and 2008/09 and was honoured AA Real Estate and Business Brokers move to larger a premises which was easy for as fi nalist in the “REIV Business Broker of the specialise in the sale of all businesses and clients to get to and had better facilities like Year” in 2007/08 and 2008/09. franchises. Th ey are the preferred business car parking,” Ahmet said. His stunning wife Vesna, who hails from brokers in Victoria for many major brands Macedonia, is equally as talented having As well as recently moving their business to including Th e Coff ee Club, La Porchetta, owned and operated her own retail and Docklands, Ahmet said they had also just Gloria Jeans, Oporto, SumoSalad and others. distribution business in Melbourne and recruited four new staff . more recently worked in the public service in Th e company can be reached on 9645 2988 “Th ey are all intelligent, young professionals a senior customer service role. or [email protected]
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DOCKLANDS’ LUKE IVES, 29 YUE LEI JIANG, 38 MATTHEW NESCI, 27 Bank Manager, Westpac Promenade Café Dealer Principal FoneIT
Luke has managed Westpac’s Yue Lei thinks Docklands is a Energetic entrepreneur Merchant St branch for three relaxed place and she enjoys Matt enjoyed having a great BEST COFFEE months and loves it because coming to work here. Of course, atmosphere to start up his “there is huge potential for working on the sunny Yarra’s telecommunication’s business growth with a branch so near Edge promenade would help “Th e friendly people and central illy caff e streaks into the lead the CBD but has the feel of a anyone to form that view. Yue locality drew me to Docklands community town”. Lei says “Docklands is very and I love it!” Th e fi ve most popular coff ee spots beautiful and I liked it from the very fi rst time I came here.” in Docklands confi rmed their status according to online polling in July. But illy caff e (in the ANZ Centre) streaked to top spot with 113 votes cast (95.6 per cent of them claiming “superb” coff ee). While the order has changed, the top fi ve remain unchallenged. Th ey are: illy caff e (ANZ Centre); Mad Duck Café (Yarra’s Edge); Espresso Alto (Stadium Concourse); Le Cirque (Harbour Town); and Embankment Café (Victoria Harbour). FIONA XIA, 26 NATHAN MURPHY, 32 KRISTA BAILEY, 40 Some 208 votes had been cast as the Executive Assistant Northern Metropolitan MP World title Liberty Boat August Docklands News went to press. Best in Best Homes winner 2009 Th e survey tool allows only one vote to be cast from a single computer. Fiona works in an elevated offi ce Nathan thinks “Docklands is an Krista is a regular to the that aff ords a great harbour exciting area that is expanding Docklands Yacht Club and Th e survey remains open and we will view. She describes Docklands constantly with modern comes all the way from Seaford each month publish the top fi ve rankings. as a “beautiful place” with lovely infrastructure and is leading the to Docklands because she “fi nds To vote for Docklands’ best coff ee, go to water views and attractive new way in being an environmentally it easy to get here - the people www.docklandsnews.com.au/coff ee. buildings. She also enjoys the friendly place to live.” are friendly, nice and helpful”. local shopping opportunities, To view the results, go to http://tinyurl. but she does believe that com/2d6vktj Docklands is still quiet at times and will be better when more people discover it. DOCKLANDS SECRETS The Bolte Bridge
Th e Bolte Bridge forms part of Docklands’ western boundary and is a landmark visible from many parts of the city.
But, considering the roadway sits just Th ere is a conspiracy theory that suggests 27 metres from the water what is the function these columns are in place to provide for a of the two prominent columns that tower bigger, more car congested city and that they 90 metres above the water at the centre of the will support a second level of roadway when bridge? Many theories have been proposed the original level reaches capacity. about the purpose of the Bolte Bridge columns. Th en there are the lights. A well-known local Th ere is the “goal post” theory, which says waterfront identity points to the red lights the columns symbolise football goal posts atop the columns, placed there to warn to signify the bridge’s close proximity aircraft, and notes that without the columns to the headquarters of the AFL. In this there would be nothing to hold the lights up. form they also perform a functional role, Th e Docklands News can reveal that they helping motorists overcome the aff ect of have no function at all. Th ey are a design a disappearing horizon by giving them element of the bridge that provides a point of something to aim their vehicles through. relief. As a functional piece of infrastructure, Th e “tuning fork” theory says that these the Bolte Bridge has a clean attractive two tall columns act like the “prongs” on a appearance and its graceful illuminated arc tuning fork, absorbing otherwise destructive is the backdrop to the picturesque water vibration and dissipating it into the bedrock view that identifi es Docklands and sets it below the bridge. apart from most Melbourne suburbs. ISSUE 56 DOCKLANDS NEWS 33 DOCKLANDS COMMUNITY CALENDAR AUGUST 2010
FOR CAR ENTHUSIASTS HUGH ROGERS FELLOWSHIPS FINE LINE DRAWING AND BOTANICAL DRAGON MASTERS DRAGON BOAT CLUB ART CLASSES. Every Tues 10am to 2pm Feb to Nov Applications close August 31, 2010 Dragon Masters train at 8am on Monday and Th ursday Th e Fox Classic Car Collection, Queen’s Fellowships of up to $20,000 to Saturdays and 5.30pm on Wednesdays Warehouse cnr Batman’s Hill Drive and undertake research in Boston will be Th e Hub, 80 Harbour Esplanade Shed 2, North Wharf Road, Collins St, Docklands. awarded in the areas of the arts and Th e University of the 3rd Age off ers two Victoria Harbour. Visit one of the best car collections in education. To apply visit classes on Mondays and Th ursdays. To You may have seen us cruising the harbour the southern hemisphere. Door entries www.enterprisemelbourne.com.au make an enquiry regarding the classes, enjoying the sunsets over the bridge. support charity. or www.melbourne-boston.org please ring U3A on 9639 5209 Open to all ages. Beginners welcome. Visit: www.foxcollection.org.au For details ontact Jeff 0417 219 888.
FREE LIVE ENTERTAINMENT DOCKLANDS WRITERS’ GROUP RIDE TO WORK COMMUNITY BREAKFAST SLOW SUNDAYS DOCKLANDS 2pm to 5pm Sundays, until August 29 Starting October Every Sunday from June 20 to August 29 Wednesday, October 13, 7am to 9am Waterfront City Piazza stage Th e Hub, 80 Harbour Esplanade between 2pm and 6pm Docklands Precinct (Venue TBC) Th is winter City of Melbourne is helping Docklands Writers’ Group coming to Indulge in some great dining off ers this to jazz up your Slow Sundays with a Th e Hub in October 2010. Features: Breakfast, massages, helmet hair winter including tasting plate or small meal, repair. Th e Ride to Work Day Community plus a glass of wine or beer for just $15. free program of live entertainment on the Expressions of interest to rose@ Breakfast celebrates the eff orts of Visit a participating restaurant between Waterfront City Piazza stage. grahammercer.com.au” Visit between 2pm and 6pm this winter. individuals in the community who ride 2pm and 6pm this winter and see how their bikes to work. slow you can go.
DOCKLANDS ROTARY MELBOURNE DAY AT DOCKLANDS CHECK YOUR HEARING Every Tuesday, 6.00pm Sunday, August 29 and 30 Every 2nd Th ursday of every month James Squires, Waterfront City Celebrations will include a free tour on Th e Hub, 80 Harbour Esplanade Free adult hearing checks at Th e Hub First Tuesday of the month is fellowship board the Enterprize, free entry to Black every second Th ursday of the month. hour. Regular meetings on other Light Mini-Golf and two-for-one entry at For more information contact Th e Hub on Tuesdays. All welcome. RSVP to Susan Wonderland Fun Park at Harbour Town. 8622 4822. Rogan by noon on meeting day for Pick up a Melbourne Day Attractions Appointments are necessary. catering purposes: 0415 119 558. Program or download the vouchers at www.thatsmelbourne.com.au.
COMMUNITY SAFETY DAY A FUNDRAISING DINNER FOR URBAN WINTER LIGHTING FREE SUNDAY ENTERTAINMENT REFORESTATION October 24, 11am to 4pm Until August 29 June 20 to Sun August 29, 2pm to 5pm Saturday, August 21 Harbour Esplanade and Collins Street Th is winter NewQuay and Waterfront City Waterfront City Piazza 71 Merchant St Melbourne emergency and safety will be awash with super saturated colour. Catch some cool jazz, Gypsy rhythm A co-design workshop for residents services are bringing their special Winter patterns will dance along the or tribal beats on Sunday afternoons in will also be held on Sunday, August 22 skills and impressive equipment to a boardwalk, and programmed cyberlights Waterfront City Piazza. Th e free 2pm-4pm and a co-design workshop fun day at Docklands. are set to transform the piazza. live entertainment is sure to get your for businesses on Th ursday, August 26 toes tapping. 5.30pm-7.30pm
DOCKLANDS SUNDAY MARKET TRY SAILING DAY FOR THE COMMUNITY HUB CLUBS STORYTIME Every Sunday, 10am to 4pm Second and fourth Sundays Lunch time activities Every Monday at 11am Waterfront City Docklands Drive of the month, 11am to 3.30pm Th e Hub @ Docklands hosts a range of Th e Hub, 80 Harbour Esplanade, Docklands Discover treasures from the hoards of Docklands Yacht Club, Shed No. 2 clubs for city workers. Including: table Storytime is a special time for children some of Melbourne’s fi nest antique North Wharf Rd tennis (Mondays); mind games (Tuesdays); (aged 2-5 years) and their care-givers and pre-loved specialists, including art, Suitable for all ages and abilities power walking (Wednesdays); craft to share time together enjoying stories, jewellery, retro clothing, vintage books and no booking required. Contact (Th ursdays); and language conversation songs, rhymes and simple craft. and car boot sales. Sonya 0400 932 477 or visit (Fridays). For details 8622 4822 or email No bookings required. www.docklands.yachting.org.au [email protected]
LINUX USERS OF VICTORIA THE FINDERS KEEPERS SPRING/SUMMER COMMUNITY WALK MARKETS Every 3rd Saturday of the month Every Wed at 5.30pm and Fri 12.30pm Saturday, October 9 & Sunday, October Cinema Room, Th e Hub, 80 Harbour Esp. YMCA Docklands, 10, 10am to 5pm Newcomers to Free and Open Source Level 4, 100 Harbour Esplanade Shed 4, Victoria Harbour North Wharf Rd Software (FOSS) are invited to develop In conjunction with the Heart Foundation, their skills and knowledge at an informal Th e markets are a bi-annual event to a great opportunity to meet new people, hands-on workshop. Must bring your own showcase and support the work of walk and talk. computer. See www.luv.asn.au. Call emerging designers and artists from Donna on 0418 310 414. Australia and New Zealand.
THE RELIGIOUS SOCIETY OF FRIENDS DOCKLANDS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS MUMS WITH PRAMS 2010 CORPORATE DRAGON BOAT (QUAKERS) COMMUNITY (DISC) CHALLENGE A new walking group for ‘Mums and Every Sunday Every Friday , 5pm, 6.30pm Prams’ has recently formed. Walks are Wednesday, October 27 10.30am-11.30am Th e Hub, 80 Harbour Esplanade, Docklands held each Wednesday morning leaving the Victoria Harbour (Promenade), Docklands Th e Hub, 80 Harbour Esplanade, Docklands Ever Friday international students from hub at 9.30am and are followed by coff ee Th e Corporate Dragon Boat Challenge Meet for worship and enjoy a tea or Docklands and Melbourne CBD can meet after. If you would like to get fi t and meet features boat racing action at Victoria coff ee afterwards. up, share food, enjoy English conversation other mums at the same time, contact the Harbour, Docklands. Teams need to work and study the bible. For more details Hub @ Docklands on 8622 4822 to put together and in harmony to steer their phone Kitty Cheng on 0411 838 966. register your spot in this group. dragon boat to victory. 34 DOCKLANDS NEWS ISSUE 56
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Docklands skaters Ice is hungry for success win national championships Melbourne Ice continues to By Alison Kinkade make its presence felt within Icehouse fi gure skaters Katherine Firkin and the Australian Ice Hockey Henri Dupont recently took home gold at the 2010 Winter Sun Interstate Competition League at Docklands with in Queensland and now have their sights set crowds fl ocking to Icehouse to fi rmly on competing overseas at the end of the year. see the best in action. Competing at Acacia Ridge in Queensland from July 7 - 11, Katherine said they saw Melbourne Ice is currently second on the the competition as a chance to progress to AIHL ladder with Adelaide, Gold Coast and competing overseas. Sydney close behind with only a few weeks remaining in the regular season. “We now know that we are either ranked third or second nationally and that means Th e top four teams in the League will play we will be able to compete overseas at the for the Goodall Cup on the weekend of end of the year, because they allow the top August 28 and 29 in an historic play-off s three,” she said. weekend, held in Melbourne for the fi rst time. Saturday, August 28 will see fi rst on the Competing in the senior dance division, ladder play fourth and second play third. Th e Katherine, 26, and Henri, 27, who have two winners on Saturday play off for the cup skated together for the past two years, were on the Sunday afternoon. thrilled to win. Melbourne Ice hopes to better its result “Th e competition was really, really good of last year when it lost the semi-fi nal on and we have only just entered the senior the Saturday. competition so we were very happy with how we went,” Katherine said. Team captain Lliam Webster said: “We’ve got the Goodall Cup in our sights for sure. Coached by Duncan Smart, a former Playing at the Icehouse in front of a home Australian representative in ice dance, crowd will be a big advantage that we’ve and Mandy Woetzel, an Olympic bronze never had before. But we’re not getting medalist, Katherine said she and Henri felt ahead of ourselves. We’re just focussing on really privileged. putting the pieces of the puzzle together Training six or seven times a week, the pair between now and then, so that it all comes are also thankful to have the Icehouse in together on that last weekend in August.” their hometown. Visit www.melbourneice.com.au to stay up An Icehouse spokesperson said the to date with the progress of Melbourne Ice Icehouse was extremely proud of both and for ticketing information. Melbourne Ice is looking forward to fi nals in front of a home crowd. Katherine and Henri.
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