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Embracing musical partnerships

A new musical partnership has been created between Songlines Aboriginal Music Corporation and Victoria University (VU) Music . This new duo has resulted in a...

Councillor calls for more ‘transparency’

A Hobsons Bay councillor wants council to establish a regular public forum to allow the community to ask live, unscripted questions of council. Councillor Daria...

Celebrating 15 years of women’s service

McAuley community service provider for women and children, has just celebrated 15 years of operating on August 1. The Footscray based service works with those...

Free kinder on the horizon

Next year, Hobsons Bay families will be able to access free kinder sessions at Russell Court Kindergarten in Altona Meadows. Administrator Marie Hinky said the...

A statement from the Mayor

Hobsons Bay Mayor Tony Briffa has released a statement in regards to the Techno Park Drive eviction letters that were issued to residents on...

New data shows apps re the biggest driving distraction

New data from the Transport Accident Commission (TAC) has revealed that apps are the biggest distraction to people who dangerously use their phones while...

Traders concerned about outdoor trading changes

Hobsons Bay businesses will need to pay for outdoor trading infrastructure and space under a new framework proposed by council. Altona Traders Association president Ilch...

Cakes and sausages bring home the bacon

Following a unique delivery to St Mary’s Primary School in Altona, a group of parents organised a Bunnings sausage sizzle to raise some much...

Crazy fun Logie win

An unexpected win at the Logie Awards for Most Outstanding Children’s Program has left show writer Nicholas Verso over the moon. Mr Verso, who grew...

Dancing on a world stage

It is not everyday 15-year-old Alice Gill has the chance to represent Australia, but this month she will be. Alice will be representing her...

Celebrate caring superheroes

Aged and Community Care Providers Association (ACCPA) are inviting all Australians, including those in Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay, to thank aged care staff ahead...

Discover Williamstown

Williamstown Specialist Centre Williamstown Specialist Centre is located in the lovely seaside suburb of Williamstown, which is approximately 10 kilometres south west of the Melbourne...

Voluntary assisted dying review begins

The legally required review of the first four years of the nation’s first voluntary assisted dying law has now begun, with a final report...

Time to celebrate caring heroes

All Australians, Aged care providers, residents and families, including those in Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay, are invited to join the Aged and Community Care...

Pharmacist role expansion

Victorians, including those in Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay, will soon have access to quicker and more convenient treatment options, with the role of community...

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Westgate Imperials to have youth league women’s side

The next step in Westgate Imperials’ Big V journey is underway with the club given approval to enter a youth league women’s side next...