Current news
Increased Membership
As a result of the decision at the AGM to make new membership free until 30 June 2027, which was advertised through Inner City News, posters, and a recent delivery of flyers, membership has increased by over 50, with fifty-seven new contact details added. There is a welcomed increase in
Royal Park
At the 18 August 2026 meeting of the Future Melbourne Committee the Murrup Biik – Royal Park Master Plan was approved with some minor amendments. This marked the culmination of an extensive period of consultation on the Draft Plan, which resulted in a number of fundamental changes. More details can
Naughton’s ten-year birthday party
On 15 August 2026 Ryan and his team put on a very well-attended birthday party to celebrate their 10 years of operation of Naughton’s. This establishment has again become an indispensable part of the Parkville community. It serves not only local residents, but those working at the University and the
Melbourne University Medical Museum
On 13 August 2026 Melbourne University hosted members of the Parkville Association for a guided tour of the Medical Museum, at its new home at 233 Bouverie Street, Carlton. The tour featured a viewing of the Museum’s newest exhibition, ‘Cultural Medicine: The Art of Indigenous Healing’, and the historic Savory & Moore Pharmacy
Welcome to maggie.s
Thomas and Zoe, who took over Tesorina some months ago have, in a short time, become an established part of Parkville, adding their French character and flavour to the café. They are so at home in our community that a couple of weeks ago they decided to put their personal
Proposed parking changes
Following the participation exercise, which involved a workshop attended by 17 local residents, one-on-one interview with key stakeholders, including the Parkville Association President, and 149 responses, the City of Melbourne has published the proposed changes. These can be seen at https://participate.melbourne.vic.gov.au/parkville-parking-review/proposed-changes-2026 The proposed changes, which will be introduced from February 2027.
Royal Park Masterplan
Creating a vision and long-term plan for Royal Park.
The Draft Royal Park Master Plan has been developed in partnership with the community, stakeholders, Traditional Owners and other park users through extensive consultation to guide the management of the park for the next 20 years.
The draft master plan elevates the voice and role of the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung Traditional Owners, while also considering the challenges of population growth and climate change and balancing the needs of existing and future generations.
Extensive community and stakeholder consultation has been conducted, along with detailed research and analysis by the City of Melbourne. The analysis examined heritage and Traditional Owner cultural values, ecology, traffic and parking, recreation needs and social values including community safety. A discussion paper released for public consultation in November 2023 received a broad range of feedback from almost 1900 community members.
Read more at participate.melbourne.vic.gov.au/royal-park-master-plan-review
A Brief Guide to Parkville
Church Services for Parkville
Catholic
St Carthage’s
123 Royal Parade.
Service Times:
Saturday Vigil Mass – 06:00pm
Sunday Family Mass – 10:00am
Sunday Student Mass – 05:00pm
Anglican
The Canterbury Fellowship
Trinity College Chapel, Royal Parade.
Service Times:
Sunday Eucharist followed by Morning Tea: 10:00am (every Sunday)
Choral Eucharist followed by Morning Tea: 10:00am (first Sunday of the month)
Choral Evensong: 06:00pm (Sunday afternoons out of term)
No services in January
Mar Thoma Church
149 Royal Parade
(ex Russian Orthodox)
Service Times:
Every Sunday Worship
1st and 3rd Sunday: 09:00am (Malayalam Service)
01:00pm (English Service)
2nd and 4th Sunday: 09:00am (English Service)
5th Sunday: Divine Service
Parkville Shops & Services opening hours:
Maggie’s (formerly Tesorina)
52 Morrah Street.
Café – Brunch – Lunch
Open 7 days
7:45am – 3pm
Melbourne Zoo
Elliott Avenue
Open 7 Days
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Cafe Felix
51 Royal Parade.
Mon- Fri: 7am – 2:30pm
Closed Sat and Sun
Park Side Café
369 Royal Parade
Mon-Fri 6.30 am – 3.00pm
Sat 8.00 am – 2.00 pm
Sun Closed
Mornin’ Vietnam
369 Royal Parade
Mon-Fri 10.00 am – 3.00 pm
Closed Sat and Sun
Naughtons Hotel
43 Royal Parade.
Mon-Fri: Lunch & Dinner
Sat: Dinner Only.
Parkville Post Office
55 Royal Parade.
Mon-Fri 8.30 am – 5.30 pm
Parkville Station
The recently opened Parkville Metro Station forecourt has a Seven Eleven, a soon to be open IGA, and a number of fast-food outlets.