Residents of Trendy Melbourne Suburb Lose Bid to Block 24/7 Macca’s

Residents of trendy Melbourne suburb lose bid to block 24/7 Macca’s

A 24/7 McDonald's has been approved to be built on one of Melbourne's trendiest streets despite fierce opposition from residents.

'Far from over': Locals lose bid to block Macca's on 'world's coolest street'

A 24/7 McDonald's has been approved to be built on one of Melbourne's trendiest streets despite fierce opposition from residents who claim it will damage the suburb's "social fabric".The Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) reversed a decision by Darebin City Council on Friday to block the Macca's from opening at a fire-damaged vacant lot at 323 High Steet in Northcote.Northcote resident Andy Miller, who fought alongside the counc…

Maccas wins battle to set up in 'world's coolest street'

The fast food giant has been cleared to set up an outlet in the Melbourne suburb of Northcote after successfully challenging a council decision to block its restaurant plans.