Katherine Townsend visits two mansion makeovers.

Melbourne has been named a City of Literature by UNESCO. But what does that mean for the city's writers and readers - and its library? Katherine Kizilos reports.

Katherine Townsend finds a demand for fewer flats in a block.

Forget the demolition plans and prepare for a long renovation, advises Katherine Townsend.

This Hawthorn retirement complex sets the bar high, says Katherine Townsend.