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In the early hours of Friday October 14, 2022, the Maribyrnong River burst its banks and caused widespread devastation.
More than 500 homes and businesses...
A year of reflection
It took the Footscray Rugby Union club less than one year to have their club and pavilion rebuilt after the October 2022 floods “destroyed”...
Nightmare on Clyde Street
Maribyrnong resident Paul Lau said the events of October 14, 2022 still remain vivid in his mind, images he describes as a “horror movie”.
“We...
Family still homeless a year on
One year ago on October 14, 2022 Alison Baumgart and her family were not prepared to evacuate their home of eight years, but were...
Council moves to protect heritage
Hobsons Bay council voted to adopt a controversial Spotswood Heritage Amendment which will protect sites of heritage significance in the suburb.
At a meeting on...
Time to get cookin’
After more than a decade without work, Melton resident Christopher Marshall said he was nervous looking for a job.
“I was nervous about how...
Filmoteca makes its return
Returning for the first time since COVID, Melbourne Filmoteca will be screening ’Nuestras Voces’, at The Sun Theatre in Yarraville.
Filmoteca has been bringing Spanish...
Altona College aces opening
The Altona community celebrated the official opening of Altona College P-12 school on Friday, October 13.
Principal Julie Krause said the school was thrilled to...
Fostering a change
Leading foster care agency OzChild invites all families, singles, and couples to Yarraville on Saturday, October 21 for its information open day.
OzChild is dedicated...
‘Chuffed’ at honour
For 40 years Ian Barclay, 66, has lived in Williamstown and has been heavily involved in the community, a place he loves to call...
Designs make a splash
The Williamstown Swimming and Life Saving Club (S&LSC) will soon be receiving an upgrade to the facility with the concept designs launched on Wednesday,...
A life saving award
A team of well-trained lifeguards and staff members at Victoria University of Sport have been recognised with an Everyday Lifesaver award for their quick-thinking...
Altona North shooting
Detectives from the Armed Crime Squad are investigating following a suspected drive by shooting in Altona North on Sunday, October 15.
Police have been told...
Cricket opportunities soar
In a bid to level the playing field for young talent, the Altona Sports Club has launched a fully funded junior cricket sports program,...
“Another kick in the guts”
Hobsons Bay council is sticking by its decision to evict the residents of Williamstown's Techno Park despite a petition with 20,000 signatures asking that...
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Singh Thatta technique approved
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