Take part in the Birdman Rally!
We’re talking wings, we’re talking water. We’re talking people with ingenuity, imagination and a touch of insanity. Yes, we’re sending out the call for entrants in the Moomba Waterfest Birdman Rally, taking place on Sunday, 8 March 2009. Soar/plunge your way to (local) legendary status for the chance to win an overseas trip for two! If you think you can fly, we'd like you to try! Find out more.

Advertised planning applications online
The City of Melbourne has developed a new online feature for viewing all advertised planning applications and decisions made related to these applications. It is now possible to download and view detailed plan documents directly from our website. Visit i-Compas for more.

Lord Mayor's City Safety Awards
The Lord Mayor’s City Safety Awards aim to recognise and celebrate positive initiatives and programs making a significant contribution to safety in the City of Melbourne. Awards will be presented to an Individual, Organisation and Youth Initiative contributing to safety. Find out more.  

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• Tour bus relocation update, 19 November 2008
• Paul de Waard to receive City of Melbourne commendation, 17 November 2008
• Melbourne celebrates its Greek culture, 11 November 2008
• City of Melbourne seeks to honour safety champions, 5 November 2008
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• Seniors Christmas Dance: 18 December
• Annual Report 2007-08 online
• Signal Art Commission 2009 EOI
• Homelessness and Cultural Democracy Forum - 27 November
• Especially for dads - bringing baby home
• Lord Mayor's City Safety Award
• Survey on library services for South Yarra residents
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