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MARIBYRNONG | HOBSONS BAY

Williamstown identity releases long-awaited novel

In October 1993, Jim McIntyre spent five days trapped inside his Moscow apartment while tens of thousands of pro-parliament demonstrators marched in the streets...

Local thrift stores making secondhand second nature

Two thrift stores in Melbourne’s west are part of a growing push for sustainable fashion, offering eco-conscious shoppers affordable alternatives while reducing waste. Located...

Bright Sparks helps 
build social skills

We all know play is an important part of a child’s development, but it doesn’t come easily to everyone. Tarneit mother of three, Liane, says...

Living out retirement to the fullest

In a recent survey conducted by Savvy, it has been revealed that 91.6 per cent of Australians, such as those in Maribyrnong and Hobsons...

Dine-in back on the menu

Breakfast and brunch is on the menu as Yarraville Club welcomes diners back, from this weekend. Enjoy Saturday and Sunday mornings from 8.30 at the...

Inspiring, encouraging and now, co-educational

St Aloysius College has commenced an exciting new chapter in the college’s rich 136 year history, marking for the first time a co-educational Year...

A year to remember for Year 12 students

Ray Pisani, Principal of Marian College, notes that this year has been challenging for all people around the world, especially so in a school...

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...

Savour special moments with dad at Altona Sports Club

Father’s Day is the perfect time to make dads feel special. The team at Altona Sports Club feel that a meal in the Bayview Bistro...

Symmetry responds to work from home injuries

The COVID-19 pandemic has presented a number of health concerns for people self-isolating and working from home and demand for physiotherapy services is more...

Get your outdoor area summer ready

As we approach the warmer months and the summer festive season, residents in Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay may notice that their outdoor area is...

’They’re Like Family’: Loving life at Doutta Galla

Olga Wilberger, a spirited 75-year-old resident of Doutta Galla’s Footscray Home, is a shining example of how a supportive community can enrich one’s life....

Spruce up your outdoor living areas

As we approach the warmer months and the summer fun season, you may notice that your outdoor area is looking a little worse for...

Remember FAST for the sake of your loved ones

Stroke is always an emergency. This is the vital message that the Stroke Foundation is reminding Australians of, including residents in Maribyrnong and Hobsons...

Doing mainstream education differently at Newmark

In 2016 , the doors of Newmark Primary School opened for the first time. The school recognised the need for change in education, dared...

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Morning melody with Rhonda Burchmore

Rhonda Burchmore is ready to entertain you with some marvellous Morning Melodies at the Encore Events Centre in Hoppers Crossing on Tuesday, December 10. Between...