CNLC's Community Development Manager Elle Morrell founded the Open Door learning centre in Carlton's social housing towers. On reflection, her life was always going to lead to community.

Our libraries provide a sanctuary of learning, creativity and relaxation across the city. Books are just the beginning of our library services – connect with the community at workshops, unleash your creativity in a makerspace or book one of our many meeting spaces. Visit our Carlton library now.

There’s no doubt about it, Melburnians love pets. Dog and cat registrations are booming as people seek out loyal companions and exercise buddies, so we’ve put together some top tips for responsible pet owners.

Read on to find out Melbourne’s top dog breeds, how you can help people and pets live in harmony, pet ownership alternatives for short-term residents, the city’s best pet-friendly staycations and more.

Take time to embrace and deepen your understanding of Melbourne’s Aboriginal history during NAIDOC Week from 2 to 9 July.

What’s it like to grow up on one of the most famous streets in Melbourne? University Cafe’s Beverley Caprioli reflects on a life built around espresso and homestyle Italian cooking on Lygon Street.

A cheese toastie expert and an artist turning algae into biodegradable plastic are among the finalists of this year’s Lord Mayor’s Small Business Awards.

Deepen your understanding of issues that matter with research-based news and analysis from Melbourne Award-winning publisher The Conversation.

Join our Local Lunch Club to boost your wellbeing, learn healthy recipes and meet new friends at Kathleen Syme Library and Community Centre in Carlton.

Whether you’re passionate about community education, girls’ footy or growing mushrooms, we want to hear your changemaking ideas.

Treat yourself to sleek Scandinavian homewares and sustainable knits brought to you by Carlton businesses honoured in the Lord Mayor’s Small Business Awards.

Stock up on low-cost fresh fruit and vegetables at a weekly affordable produce market in Carlton.

During the COVID-19 lockdowns, Carlton resident Suzanne Hood began sketching significant local buildings on her daily walks around her neighbourhood, a hobby that has grown into a small business.

Turn your balcony, backyard, community garden, school veggie patch or green rooftop into a haven for birds and bees with free advice from an expert garden guide.

Neighbourhood partner Nasteha (Nas) Mohamud is building connections between residents, businesses and council to help make the suburbs of Carlton and Parkville the best they can be.

Leafy inner-city suburb Carlton is home to Melbourne’s Little Italy, beautiful parks and old buildings, as well as iconic institutions.

Local hair and beauty professionals are being empowered with the skills to support women who confide in them about family violence.

When Maria Ibrahim left her homeland of Ethiopia as a refugee at age 19, she hadn’t yet learnt the traditional art of handmade basket weaving.

Julie received a free Gardens for Wildlife visit to her sixth floor apartment in Carlton.