Melbourne news on Wednesday, October 28, 2026

In Melbourne on Wednesday, October 28, 2026: Cup Week: new venues, cancer breakthrough, housing boost. Also: Hypersonic dance festival cancelled just weeks before it was due to start in Melbourne; Andrew McConnell reveals a redesigned Stokehouse restaurant in Melbourne. Weather: Partly cloudy with a cool breeze—temperatures 11–16°C, no rain expected.

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Headlines

Hypersonic dance festival cancelled just weeks before it was due to start in Melbourne.Nine.com.au · Oct 28, 4:31 AM

News & local government

Planning blind spots cloud the future direction of Melbourne's mega-precinct development.The Urban Developer · Oct 28, 4:53 AM

Safety & emergencies

Police targeting dangerous campfires in a Melbourne Cup weekend blitz.Mirage News · Oct 28, 4:06 AM
A man was shot dead in a suspected targeted attack in north Melbourne.Neos Kosmos · Oct 28, 5:04 AM

Food & drink

Andrew McConnell reveals a redesigned Stokehouse restaurant in Melbourne.Herald Sun · Oct 28, 5:56 AM

Business & new openings

Melbourne cancer therapy start-up secures a $2 billion partnership deal with Japan's Astellas.AFR · Oct 27, 11:30 PM
Dyness opens Melbourne office and warehouse to support the Australian battery market.Smart Energy Council · Oct 28, 2:05 AM

Housing & real estate

A $215 million property deal could help boost Melbourne's rental housing supply.The Australian · Oct 28, 3:20 AM

Sports

So You Are wins Bendigo Cup trial, boosting chances for Melbourne Cup berth.racenet.com.au · Oct 27, 8:37 PM

Culture & arts

Indian and Chinese artist collectives will headline Asia TOPA event in Melbourne.The Indian Sun · Oct 28, 6:00 AM

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