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Take care and be aware

Melbourne paramedics are urging Victorians, including those in Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay, to access alternative care options and get their flu and COVID-19 vaccinations...

Keeping Victorians safe online

The state government is marking World Password Day by launching a new cyber safety campaign to keep Victorians, including Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay, safe...

Community Calendar

Sing with WIllin Wimmin choir Do you like to sing? Join a supportive and welcoming group of women who sing with heart. We welcome anyone...

Dog down under competition opens

The search has begun for Australia’s oldest, heroic, sportiest, hardest working and most talented dogs. Entries are now open for the inaugural The Dog Down...

Renewable Energy Leader To Chair The SEC

The state government has appointed a permanent board to lead the revived State Electricity Commission (SEC). State Electricity Commission Minister Lily D’Ambrosio announced Simon Corbell...

Racecourse wall worsened flooding

Flemington Racecourse's controversial flood wall will not be pulled down despite an independent review finding it worsened flooding of homes. About 600 properties in Melbourne's...

Salvos need your help

The Salvation Army is appealing for the community to get involved in this year’s Red Shield Appeal, which will raise vital funds to continue...

Ryan steps up at Gellibrand

Gellibrand has announced that James Ryan will step up to coach the side in the Victorian Turf Cricket Association next season, while outgoing coach...

Fauonuku makes Aussie squad

If you’re going to interrupt a school assembly then you better have a good reason and rising netball star Amalani Fauonuku had exactly that. The...

Gators fighting adversity

Altona Gators are drawing on their depth in the Big V women’s division 1-2 competition. The Gators have started the season well with six wins...

Spurs showing positive signs

New Parkside Spurs coach Callan Tenabel is enjoying the challenge at the Western Football League women’s side. Tenabel took over as coach in the...

CYs win derby

Williamstown CYMS’ step into the unknown continues to be a successful one as it remains undefeated in the Victorian Amateur Football Association women’s premier...

Woodsmen hold tough

Spotswood had to dig deep to come away with the points against Altona in the Western Football League division 1 on Saturday. The Woodsmen trailed...

Hearing aids: what to expect when you wear them.

Starting to use hearing aids is a big step for anyone, especially if you’re in your 60s and have been missing out on a...

Final opportunity to secure Waterline Place apartment

Seize the final opportunity to secure a luxury Williamstown apartment with spectacular views at Waterline Place by AVJennings. With the building nearing completion, prospective buyers...

New Doutta Galla CEO to champion quality aged care

Doutta Galla Aged Care Services Limited (Doutta Galla) is delighted to announce the appointment of Glenn Rappensberg as its new Chief Executive Officer, who...

Townhomes at Bradmill Yarraville designed with an eye to the future

Pioneer Townhomes, the first homes to hit the market at the iconic Bradmill Yarraville residential mixed-use development, will pay homage to the site’s industrial...

A retirement lifestyle like no other

What does your perfect day look like? Is it a family outing to the beach? A leisurely hike through the Wetlands Bird Sanctuary? Or...

Bradmill Yarraville has best of the west on its doorstep

Bradmill Yarraville, developed in partnership by Frasers Property Australia and Irongate, is ideally located at 355-359 Francis Street, Yarraville, to take advantage of the...

New draft heritage plan

Maribyrnong council has drafted a new plan for managing the city’s heritage for the next ten years. Council said this will ensure the history is...

Road safety cameras required

Footscray MP Katie Hall has created a petition calling on the state government to deliver enforcement of 24-hour bans through road safety cameras when...

Free skin checks in Altona

The Lions Club of Altona, Altona City Rotary and Bunnings Altona will be joining forces to host a skin check van which will provide...

Improving roads with grants

Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay councils are two of 40 Victorian councils which will share in more than $2 million worth of grants to improve...

Maribyrnong rates to rise

Maribyrnong council won’t seek variation to the state government’s rate cap in its 2024-25 proposed budget, with an average rate rise of 2.75 per...

Stories will continue

The 100 Story Building is running their annual fundraising campaign, but this year the funds will go towards running programs at their brand new...

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Ryan steps up at Gellibrand

Gellibrand has announced that James Ryan will step up to coach the side in the Victorian Turf Cricket Association next season, while outgoing coach...