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flag Darebin Council blocked a McDonald’s on Northcote’s High Street over concerns about local character, health, and precedent.

flag Darebin Council has rejected a proposal to build a McDonald’s on Northcote’s High Street, citing concerns over local character, health, and the area’s unique identity. flag Officials and residents argued the addition of another fast-food outlet near a school and existing McDonald’s would harm the neighborhood’s culture and set a precedent. flag Three councillors opposed the rejection, citing limited planning grounds, potential legal costs, and the project’s role in upgrading a deteriorated building. flag McDonald’s said the plan involved minimal construction and would create local jobs. flag The land, sold in 2006 with a public walkway covenant, was previously home to a restaurant destroyed by fire in 2023. flag An appeal is possible, but the council declined to comment on outcomes.

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