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Doncaster has waited 135 years for a train. It will have to wait at least 20 more.

Manningham is the only inner Melbourne LGA without a rail or tram connection.

Manningham

“It isn't about greed, it's about survival”: Eastern Melbourne restaurants hold off on price hikes despite fuel levy strains

Local hospitality business owners are anxious of dropping foot traffic following the school holidays and increasing delivery costs.

Yarra Ranges

🟠 High-rises on hold

Also including: How are local food businesses struggling during the fuel crisis?

“Not a good time for developers”: High-rise dreams on hold as costs stall Boronia CBD growth

Construction cranes dot the skyline, but there’s been no rush by developers to capitalise on the rezoning of the area for development up to 10 storeys high.

Knox

Police charge man with murder following fatal Box Hill shooting

Victoria Police has confirmed it is investigating the shooting as a “targeted” attack.

Whitehorse

Second life for “retired” batteries: The newest circular economy in Melbourne’s east

With new models being released each year, the lifespan of a plug-in car continues to surpass what was once commonly believed.

Energy

Police arrest trio following fatal Box Hill shooting

Victoria Police has confirmed it is investigating the shooting as a “targeted” attack.

Whitehorse

🟠 Indiana Jones and the Last Carpark

Also including: How a 20-year plan for growth in Chirnside Park is making way for denser housing

A golden age under the stars: The rise and fall of eastern Melbourne’s drive-ins

The heyday of open-air theatres ran from the mid-50s until about 1990.

History