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IN FOCUS: Jim’s for all your storage needs

More than 23 years ago, Jim Morgan applied his engineering background to transform premises he and wife Barbara had purchased into a self-storage facility.

Business Matters: Bargain brews and party hits

Don’t go thinking Premix Kings in Willy is just another bottle-o. They do things differently…

Business Matters: High-class hearing help is here

Audiologists from Active Audiology in Altona say finding right hearing aid only half the solution.

Taste the best of Melbourne’s West in March

The culture and culinary diversity of Melbourne’s west will be on show this month when Eat Drink Westside (EDW) kicks off in style with 25 delicious events running as part of Melbourne Food & Wine Festival (MFWF) from March 8-24.

Hobsons Bay Shops on Show competition wraps up

Thank you to everyone who participated in the Shops on Show competition. Local businesses with the most social media likes for their Christmas windows are: 1st...

Anzac Day: A celebration of Aussie war nurses

Ever since the first nurses sailed for the Boer War in 1900, Australian nurses have served in theatres of war and conflict around the world. They have worked in hazardous conditions, endured extreme discomfort, and

Wear red for Heart Health Day

Did you know that heart disease is still the leading cause of death in Australia? The team members at Footscray’s Eleanor Clinic are passionate about preventative care.

IN FOCUS: Porters puts pizzazz into Nelson Place

Putting a bold new stamp on Nelson Place restaurant precinct, Porters Williamstown opened its doors last September with little fanfare but much anticipation.

Shop local, win big in Hobsons Bay

It’s Christmas shopping time and Hobsons Bay residents need look no further than their own backyard this festive season. And, shoppers supporting local businesses...

IN FOCUS: Get your fireplace glow on this winter

Winter time is biting – and it’s the busiest time of the year for Victorian Fireplaces owners Samantha and Christian Passauer.

MY BUSINESS: Optraffic is switched on

In significant signs of the times, the work, services and products of Optraffic will soon be seen by motorists and residents all over the western suburbs and Victoria.

Congratulations to Shops on Show winners

Thank you to everyone who participated in the Shops on Show competition. Local businesses with the most social media likes for their Christmas windows are: 1st...

IN FOCUS: Stage 2 release for Collins & Bates

In the highly prized and rapidly-growing suburb of Chadstone, Stage 2 of Collins & Bates apartments has just been released by Aultun Property Group.

My Business: Porters Williamstown: a flavour feast

Established as a new star in the Nelson Place dining precinct nearly a year ago, Porters Williamstown celebrates the best of mod-Aus cuisine, yet draws for its menu from the rich diversity of the villages of Europe and the finesse of France to the simplicity of Japan and spice of east

IN FOCUS: Get Active for better hearing

Cris Ivanidis, owner of Active Audiology in Altona, and his colleague, audiologist Marina Opacak, are offering trials of the latest invisible in-ear hearing aids from Oticon Opn.

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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...