Shopping Centre Security Extended Until Year's End

Premier Jacinta Allan is extending police and safety officer patrols at Northland, Eastland, Highpoint and Fountain Gate shopping centres through to December. The move follows hundreds of arrests during a three-month trial aimed at tackling rising crime. If you've been shopping at these centres, you'll have noticed the increased presence.

Flood Watch as Heavy Rain Continues

Victoria's wet end to summer is carrying right into March, with parts of the state on flood watch. The Bureau of Meteorology is forecasting two more significant downpours before Tuesday, so if you're in low-lying areas, it's worth keeping an eye on local warnings.

Driverless Taxis Could Soon Hit Melbourne Streets

No tips required and no small talk – driverless taxis could soon become a reality on Australian roads. Uber is planning to deploy robo-taxis, and early passengers say the experience is surreal but surprisingly smooth. It's a glimpse into a future that's arriving faster than many of us expected.

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Celebrating Viva Jillian Gibb's Street Photography

A wonderful retrospective is shining light on photographer Viva Jillian Gibb, who documented the people and daily life of North and West Melbourne from the mid-1970s to early 1990s. Her intimate street photography captured a Melbourne many of us will remember – or wish we'd known.

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What Melbourne landmark was originally painted gold but is now green due to weathering?

Answer revealed at the bottom of today's edition.

“The fish and chips from Bopha Devi in St Kilda back in the 70s were absolutely magnificent. The batter was so light and crispy, and we'd eat them sitting on the beach watching the sunset. Those were the days!”

— Margaret, Brighton

“I still swear by the Fish Bar in Footscray. Been going there for over 30 years and they've never let me down. The flake is always fresh and the chips are proper old-school thick cut. Worth the drive from anywhere in Melbourne.”

— Robert, Kew

Do you remember your first ever trip on a Melbourne tram? Where were you going?

Just hit reply and tell us — we'll share the best answers tomorrow.