Weaving Reconciliation through connection to place
The Weaving Three Stories team continued to build connections and intercultural understanding in Fishermans Bend last weekend, with the second workshop in the series a resounding success.
Precinct Partnerships in Action: Montague’s Transformation Takes Shape
FB IDEAs recently joined forces with the Department of Transport and Planning (DTP) to facilitate a precinct division tour of the Montague Precinct in Fishermans Bend — one of Melbourne’s most dynamic and evolving urban neighbourhoods.
Fishermans Bend’s best kept transport secret
The Westgate Punt is a spectacular way to arrive to Fishermans Bend and a reminder of the unique character of this area - it’s maritime and industrial legacy, a place of leisure and active transport, the natural environment on the fringes, and a sense of community.
From Waste to Wonder: Lousy Ink and Dodgy Paper Gear Up for Finders Keepers Melbourne
The Circular Design Collective (CDC) has been a flurry of activity lately, as Lousy Ink and Dodgy Paper prepare to debut their sustainable retail fit-out for the upcoming Finders Keepers Melbourne Design Market, taking place 11–13 July at the Royal Exhibition Building.
The Coolest Revolution: ELIoT’s plug and play power cuts carbon and costs.
From coffee to carbon cuts: climate tech startup ELIoT energy and local Fishermans Bend café Six Fifty Sips are proving that small businesses can drive big energy change - one smart battery at a time.
FB IDEAs Supports Bold New Projects at the Intersection of Innovation, Sustainability, and Creativity
FB IDEAs is proud to support a bold new wave of cross-disciplinary projects that reflect the innovation and ambition of Fishermans Bend, where collaboration, sustainability and experimentation drive real-world impact.
Ancient Frequencies, Urban Threads: How a Circle of Strangers Became a Community—One Stitch at a Time
Last Saturday, something quietly profound unfolded at Romulus Folio Gallery at The Gladstone in South Melbourne—the first in a series of intercultural weaving and yarning circles led by First Peoples and co-produced by Bianca Easton and Sarah Naarden—offered more than a workshop. It became an act of cultural listening, community-making, and collective healing.
From Trash to Trailblazers: After’s ‘From Waste to Worth’ exhibition flips the script on circular design as part of Melbourne Design Week.
Presented as part of Melbourne Design Week and at the Fishermans Bend Circular Design Collective, ‘From Waste to Worth’ invited 65 creatives to showcased how we can rethink what design and waste can be by turning textile waste into art, fashion and functional objects.
Partner with Port Melbourne Secondary College to Inspire the Next Generation of Leaders
Port Melbourne Secondary College is inviting local professionals to mentor students as part of the upcoming innovation program. By helping young people tackle real-world challenges through design thinking, it’s a chance to share your expertise, connect with the community, and inspire the next generation of problem-solvers.
Romulus Folio Gallery foster community connections and launch Melb Design Week exhibition
Romulus Folio Gallery at The Gladstone is up and running, fostering creative connections with residents of The Gladstone, and beyond. Workshops and events continue with Melbourne Design Week exhibition on until Sunday 25 May.
More-than-human habitat prototype installed on Lorimer Street
Last week we celebrated the installation of the More-than-human habitat prototype developed by Melbourne School of Design, at the University of Melbourne, with our partners at Vaughan Constructions. As part of Melbourne Design Week, the prototype demonstrates what a more-than-human approach to thinking about biodiversity in a rapidly changing urban context might look like.
City of Port Phillip Councillors tour the Circular Design Collective
Last week we hosted a tour for City of Port Phillip Councillors Alex Makin (Montague Ward), Justin Halliday (Alma Ward) and Beti Jay (South Melbourne Ward) to show them the great work by our Innovators in Residence.
Nina Taylor MP officially opens the Fishermans Bend Circular Design Collective
Earlier this week Nina Taylor MP for Albert Park officially launched the Fishermans Bend Circular Design Collective, representing both the Minister for Creative Industries, Colin Brooks, and Minister for Precincts, Harriet Shing. The launch represented everything the Circular Design Collective aims to achieve - showcasing creativity, sustainability, collaboration and community all in one place.
Cleantech Showcase brings 200+ cleantech innovators to Fishermans Bend
We were proud to be part of the Australian Cleantech Showcase event last week in Fishermans Bend. Delivered by the Victorian Cleantech Cluster, the event saw 200+ passionate attendees - cleantech businesses, innovators, investors, policymakers, and visionaries - come together to connect and explore how to position Victoria and Australia as a global cleantech powerhouse.
Siemens Mobility and Pelican Studios showcase collaboration and connection with Mira Solar Orchid demonstration
After months of working together, last week our friends at Siemens Mobility in Port Melbourne and Pelican Studios hosted a mini-launch event to showcase their collaboration on the Mira Solar Orchid project.
FB IDEAs Projects to be showcased in Melbourne Design Week 2025
We are excited to announce that not one, but four projects supported by FB IDEAs will be showcased during Melbourne Design Week this May!
Introducing the Pulp Professor
We are excited to introduce you to the Pulp Professor from Dodgy Paper. Looks like fun times at the Fishermans Bend Circular Design Collective!
Can wetsuit scraps become architectural solutions?
Last week was another exciting step in the transformation of the empty warehouse that is now home to the Fishermans Bend Circular Design Collective, with the addition of the [RE]Maker wetsuit walls.
VICWORX industry workshop builds engagement to shape roadmap going forward
In March, the team from Anywise hosted an industry consultation and engagement workshop to get input to help refine the VICWORX approach, strengthen collaborative networks and develop a roadmap towards a tangible demonstration project.
Collaboration continues to grow as UK’s Cranfield University offer short courses in Fishermans Bend at NTRO
In April, UK-based Cranfield University will deliver the first short course on the ground in Australia from their highly respected and sought-after safety training programs. Training to be held at NTRO’s facilities on Turner Street - right in the heart of Fishermans Bend.