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Footscray to host fabulous First Nations showcase
Midsumma, Australia’s premier queer arts and cultural festival, is underway for 2025 and so too is its spin-off event, Midsumma Westside, with a number of…
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Managing menopause
Recently, a video of a woman with her head steaming on a cold night due to a hot flush has gone viral on TikTok. With…
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Young Muslims using their voice
War in the Middle East is affecting diaspora groups across the world. Jaidyn Kennedy spoke to two western suburbs residents who are using their voice…
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Aggravated burglary and assaults in Altona Meadows
Police are on the hunt for offenders believed to be responsible for an aggravated burglary and assaults in Altona Meadows earlier this week. It is…
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Study finds support for scientists
Most people worldwide trust scientists and think they should actively shape government policy, according to a major new international study involving researchers from Latrobe University…
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Helping hand for Hobsons Bay helpers
The Williamstown Community and Education Centre (WCEC) have been given a helping hand to continue their work helping the disadvantaged in Hobsons Bay. The WCEC…
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Willin Women offering Wednesday workshop
Williamstown’s women’s choir, Willin Wimmin, is kicking off 2025 on a high note with a free singing workshop on February 5. Open to all who…
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Ticket assault claim
Police are investigating the alleged assault of a childcare worker and international student by ticket inspectors at Middle Footscray Station. Twenty-five year old Daphnie Palomo,…
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Partnership helps women transit to new careers
West Footscray based bus operator Transit Systems and not-for-profit WomenCAN Australia have joined forces to empower women by training them to become bus drivers. Aimed…
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Seaworks prepares for ocean exhibition
Staff at the Seawork’s in Williamstown are putting the final touches on preparations for one of the maritime precinct’s biggest and most ambitious events yet.…
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Free cycling safety service
Maribyrnong cyclists out for a ride of a Saturday morning can now get a free bike safety check courtesy of the Community Bike Hub. Stationed…
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Summer of fun
Summer in Hobsons Bay truly is one of the best times of the year. With the warmer weather, it is the perfect time to get…
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Noah’s surf coast swim success
Most teenagers head down to Victoria’s surf coast over summer to relax, party and catch a few waves. Williamstown 15-year-old Noah Chapple clearly isn’t your…
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My place
Former Footscray mayor, school teacher, marriage celebrant and poet, Ted Logan, is still going strong at 92. The West Footscray resident tells Cade Lucas about…
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Mentor makes the difference for Marie
Marie Dowling had already decided on a career change when she passed a flyer on a notice board in Yarraville in the middle of 2024.…
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