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Bendigo Show reborn following $20m renewal
The Bendigo Agricultural Show opens a new era with its recently completed Showgrounds Function Centre, which will host all homecraft competitions. The 882 square metre pavilion replaces several nearby sheds. Bendigo Agricultural Show Society executive officer Ian Furze said early reaction to the building has been very positive. The redevelopment, valued at $20 million, also includes a new arena surface with electronic irrigation and a former speedway dustbowl repurposed as asphalt parking. The show runs today and tomorrow, Friday 23 and Saturday 24 October, from 9am to 9pm.
Major upgrade of Marangaroo Golf Course moves forward
The City of Wanneroo has awarded the construction contract for a major redevelopment of the Marangaroo Public Golf Course to Hoskins Contracting Pty Ltd. The project will add a two-level, 44-bay undercover driving range with new technology, a simulator and tuition room. A new pro shop, changerooms, expanded hospitality areas and more parking are also planned. Initial site works have started, and construction is scheduled for completion in late 2027. Mayor Linda Aitken said the upgrade aims to serve golfers of all ages and abilities.
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Get the appTemora Hospital’s new eastern wing takes shape
The external structure of the eastern wing of Temora's $95 million hospital is now complete. Roofing, windows and doors are installed, and crews are moving into internal fit-out, furniture and equipment installation, and landscaping. The NSW Government-funded project will bring CT scanning and ultrasound services to Temora for the first time. The new facility will include an emergency department, an operating theatre, a birthing suite and a gymnasium. The redevelopment is due for completion in 2028, with hospital services continuing throughout construction.
Shoalhaven community gets first look inside major hospital upgrade
More than 600 people toured the new Acute Services Building at Shoalhaven Memorial Hospital during a community open day over the weekend. The seven-storey building is part of a $440 million redevelopment and will open to patients on Wednesday 28 October. It includes a new emergency department, intensive care unit, dedicated acute mental health unit, double the number of operating theatres and a rooftop helipad. Shoalhaven Hospital Group General Manager Frank Bazik said the services will let residents be diagnosed and treated locally rather than travelling outside the region.
Galleria: Revamped shopping complex in Perth’s north east to unveil $240m Fashion Mall on November 5
A $240 million redevelopment of Galleria Shopping Centre in Perth's north east will be unveiled on November 5, when its new Fashion Mall opens. The centre will offer close to 100 outlets across fashion, technology, lifestyle, beauty and sport. New names opening on the day include Country Road, JB Hi-Fi and MECCA, with Victoria's Secret and others following in the weeks after. Myer will also reopen with a revitalised beauty hall and refreshed layout. The centre has added green spaces and upgraded public areas.
In outer Adelaide, what do residents think of the MotoGP parklands redevelopment?
Residents in outer Adelaide suburbs hold mixed views on plans to remove nearly 400 trees in the parklands for a new MotoGP circuit. Some, including Lucy Cunningham and Dave, oppose the tree removal and want the money spent on planting instead. Others, such as Brendan Truman and Kathleen Hill, accept or support the project. The Adelaide Parklands Association is holding Stop the Chop protests in several suburbs. Premier Peter Malinauskas says the state government has partnered with the Australian Conservation Council and will replace trees on a 10-to-1 basis.
Why is the Cox Plate being run at Flemington in 2026 and not Moonee Valley?
The W.S. Cox Plate is being run at Flemington Racecourse for the first time in its 106-edition history. Moonee Valley is undergoing a $3 billion redevelopment, with demolition beginning after the 2025 race. Moonee Valley Racing Club expects the race to return to its home course for the 2027/2028 season. The 2026 edition, worth $6 million, is scheduled for Saturday, October 24, with a 5:10pm start and a 12-runner field. The winner's connections will receive $4 million plus trophies.
Iconic Crows Nest brutalist building hits the market for $35M
A five-storey brutalist office block at 28-34 Clarke Street, Crows Nest, is on the market with an estimated price of $35 million. The 1972 building, designed by Kerr and Smith, sits next to Crows Nest Metro station, which opened in 2024. It offers 4,823 square metres of office space and 50 parking spaces across four basement levels. Its Transport Oriented Development zoning and 62-metre height limit make it a prime candidate for major redevelopment. Current tenants include several commercial and health providers.
The Melbourne Star is back from the dead – but can it revive Docklands?
The Melbourne Star has reopened after lying idle since September 2021, with a long queue of visitors seen waiting to ride it. The wheel is now run by Jay and Jane Jones of Skyline Attractions, who have made fire system compliance upgrades and a lighting upgrade installed in July. The writer describes the ride as a 30-minute journey with a gold-trimmed bar in the premium cabins. The piece questions whether the wheel can help revive Docklands, which has faced the closure of Costco at Ardeer, the demolition of Central Pier and sinking footpaths.
Local students rally behind a bold vision to save the Korumburra pool
The Martin Carlson Foundation has put forward a three-stage redevelopment plan for the Korumburra outdoor pool, backed by local students. The plan would keep the existing 50-metre pool while adding facilities and jobs. The foundation is urging South Gippsland Shire Council to reverse the closure and provide emergency funding. Students say the pool provides swimming lessons, lifeguard training and first jobs for young people. South Gippsland Shire Council is consulting the community on the $78 million cost of running its six aquatic facilities over 15 years.
Growing clubs need a bigger playing field
The City of Greater Geelong is asking the Victorian government to partner with it on a redevelopment of Myers Reserve in Bell Post Hill. The council's master plan, completed in 2022, proposes upgrades for bowls, netball, football, cricket and soccer facilities. The council has already committed $1 million towards the plan. Deputy mayor Eddy Kontelj has urged candidates for the state seat of Lara to commit funding ahead of the Victorian election.
Picnic in the Park to support abandoned Wonthaggi Tech School site
A Picnic in the Park will be held in Wonthaggi on October 25 to advocate for the transformation of the abandoned Wonthaggi Tech School site into a community hub. Organisers want the site, vacant since 2019, repurposed into a cultural space with artist studios, a marketplace, and public housing. The event aims to draw political attention ahead of the Victorian state election.
Campbelltown’s Panjo: Plans lodged to demolish, revive complex
A half-built entertainment complex in Leumeah, southwest Sydney, could soon be demolished to make way for a new centre. A demolition development application was filed with Campbelltown Council late last month, shortly after the site was sold earlier this year. The building, known locally as Panjo, has been left unfinished for more than a decade after its developer ran out of money. The site's agent says the new owners plan to restore the original concept, which would need an estimated $20m-$30m in works.
Council Endorses Removal of Trees in Stage 2 & 3 of CBD Redevelopment
Southern Grampians Shire Council has endorsed the removal of 66 London Plane Trees in stages two and three of the Hamilton CBD redevelopment. The Project Advisory Group recommended removal due to substantial impacts on buildings, footpaths, and roads. Council will now proceed with concept designs, including a tree replacement strategy for future greenery and canopy growth. Construction is not due to start until stage one is complete.
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Get the appCouncil votes in favour of development of Bata site
Mornington Peninsula Shire Council has settled its position on a proposed redevelopment of the former Bata site on Nepean Highway, Mornington. All but one councillor support the plan for 11 restricted retail premises. Because no decision was made in time, the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal will now decide whether the plans are appropriate. Councillor Pingiaro says the site suits the proposal and that road and pedestrian safety were considered. Councillor David Gill opposed the plan, citing safety, amenity and streetscape concerns.
Scarborough Beach: Two mulch-covered eyesores set for major transformations as city seeks developers
The City of Stirling has launched a commercial expression of interest process to find a developer for a vacant southern site on Scarborough Beach. The city wants a low-rise, family friendly hospitality destination of one or two storeys. The process opens on October 14, and submissions close on November 18, with a request for detailed proposals expected early next year. The northern site is earmarked for public recreation space, with planning progressing for future sport, recreation and events. Mayor Mark Irwin said the two sites are the final major pieces in transforming the foreshore.
Libs plan to boost CBD
The Victorian opposition has pledged $800,000 to relocate the Moorabool Street bus interchange to Geelong Railway Station and fund a business case for redeveloping the Market Square Shopping Centre. The interchange has been linked to antisocial behaviour and violent crime, while the shopping centre has seen a decline in tenants. The Liberal Party says the plan aims to revitalise Geelong’s CBD and restore its vibrancy.
Boyd Community Hub set for biggest transformation yet
Melbourne councillors have backed final designs that will greatly expand community space at the Boyd Community Hub in Southbank. The Future Melbourne Committee approved the concept on October 6. The former library space will become a 190-square-metre community hall for up to 100 people, with a community kitchen. Community space will grow to 452 square metres, an increase of 248 per cent, once the new Southbank Library opens in late 2026. The $4.6 million refurbishment is due to begin in mid-2027.