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MARIBYRNONG | HOBSONS BAY

Sculpting a big impact in a small space

As backyards shrink, new ideas for gardens in Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay are on the rise. Smaller areas have necessitated a rethink in how...

Maintaining your mental health over the holiday season

As we approach the festive season, many people are looking forward to spending time celebrating with loved ones. However, despite the general sense of...

Victorians urged to prepare properties as fire season looms

With parts of Victoria already having experienced days of higher fire risk, now is the time to start preparing your property, CFA Chief Officer...

Swim lessons to save lives

As a nation surrounded by water, teaching your child to swim at an early age is an important decision to consider. A report by Royal...

Complexion protection: ensuring sun safety

As Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay residents approach the warmer months and nicer weather, it's important they must remember the importance of sun safety. With...

How to style and design your new backyard

Your backyard provides you with the perfect space to relax, enjoy a swim, cook, or entertain. If you’re ready to give your home’s outdoor...

How to get ahead of rate hikes

At its February meeting, the Reserve Bank inflicted more rate pain on Australian mortagage holders when it increased the official interest rate by...

Congratulations to our winners!

Congratulations to our Take Off with Avalon competition winners! The lovely Cathy from Werribee is our lucky first prize winner, taking home a double pass...

WIN!

Star Weekly and Avalon Airport are giving you the chance to take off and get out of town with return flights from Avalon to...

Apartments that meet every need

The Eternity apartment building, an exciting partnership project from Zenitas Healthcare and Apeiron Homes, is set to open next month to much anticipation. A visually...

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...

World class foot, leg and knee treatments

Foot and knee pain as well as injuries and arthritis are very common, but so difficult to treat successfully. Despite this, it’s comforting to...

Maribyrnong shop local, support local

A number of businesses are still trading during Covid-19 in the Maribyrnong area. Maribyrnong City Council has put together a list so you can support local during this time.

The benefits of craft in an uncertain world

There’s no doubt about it, the last two years have been a rollercoaster ride of change, fear and uncertainty. However, one thing that many...

Operation Nexus Road policing campaign

Operation Nexus is a state-wide Road Policing Operation over the Easter holiday period. It aims to increase driver awareness and journey planning, while reducing...

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Detectives investigate lewd act in West Footscray

Transit Crime Investigation Unit detectives are appealing for public assistance after a man performed a lewd act in West Footscray in March. Investigators have been...

Budget win for west