The towering implications of proposed Melbourne development
Lendlease proposed a tower nearly twice Melbourne's 40-metre height limit beside the Young and Jackson pub, raising concerns over the long-standing 1982 height control. Ian Wight of the Royal Historical Society warned that approval could jeopardize sunlight access for the retail core. The development could reshape the city's architectural landscape for years.
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Published 27 Jun 2026, 10:00 UTC · Updated 27 Jun 2026, 10:10 UTC
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