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MARIBYRNONG | HOBSONS BAY

Fertiliser plan causes stink

Hobsons Bay residents are still cautious about the future use of an industrial site in Altona North, despite having their main cause for concern...

Art draws attention

Three schools from Hobsons Bay currently have student work exhibited at the Louis Joel Arts and Community Centre. The three schools in the My Canvas...

New club rooms roll in

The Newport Bowls Club is extremely pleased with its newly refurbished women’s club rooms, hoping the new facilities will entice more members to join. Secretary...

Ulcer warning for the west

Western Health is warning communities in the western suburbs to be aware of a localised outbreak of Buruli ulcer within Merri-bek and Moonee Valley. Buruli...

Art as therapy

A mother and daughter have used their experience in overcoming a dark and difficult year, to reclaim their power through an art exhibition. Stella Kinsella,...

Kidsafe Victoria urges pool and spa owners to take action as the Melbourne Cup...

With the warmer weather upon us and the Melbourne Cup long weekend just around the corner, Kidsafe Victoria has called on pool and spa...

Teaching drive

The state government has launched a new campaign to attract talented individuals, including those in Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay, to the teaching profession. Education Minister...

Safe check your barbecue before cup day

Country Fire Authority (CFA) is urging Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay residents to be extra vigilant this Melbourne Cup weekend, for outdoor activities and barbecue...

Manufacturing jobs grow

The state government is backing Victorian businesses, including those in Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay, to stay at the forefront of Australian manufacturing and expand...

Breast cancer program welcomed

Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA) Australia’s leading voice for people affected by breast cancer, has welcomed last week’s announcement by Health and Aged Care...

Boosting workforce to build new homes

The state government is boosting the planning and building workforce to ensure it has the feet on the ground to build the 800,000 new...

Help ensure every child gets a toy this Christmas

In the spirit of spreading Christmas happiness, CVGT Employment is looking for toy donations, including from Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay, to bring some early...

VICTORIA ON TOP IN NATIONAL RANKINGS

Victoria leads all states and territories in job-creating economic performance, new independent analysis published has found. Reflecting a vibrant jobs market and state-shaping investments in...

Dig deep for your local community

The Salvation Army is launching their annual Christmas appeal in Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay to help support individuals and families who are experiencing hardship...

Operation Furlong hits the track

Police are committing to increased roadside alcohol testing over the Melbourne Cup long weekend and are urging people planning to drink to plan ahead...

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Around the grounds in Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay

Baseball The Williamstown Wolves have signed import Spencer Taack for the upcoming Baseball Victoria summer league season. Taack pitched all five years of his...