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New chapter for libraries

Maribyrnong council has outlined the next step in broadening and improving its library services, with the council approving its draft library plan for 2023-2025. At...

Cash out to reduce gambling harm

Maribyrnong council has confirmed its support to introduce mandatory cashless gambling in Victoria. During its meeting on Tuesday, April 18, Maribyrnong councillors voted unanimously...

Creating an accessible, inclusive and participatory future for disability community

Maribyrnong council has set out its plan for the coming three years in terms of supporting disabled members of the community. At its meeting on...

Pitching in for progress

From celebrating First Nations art to switching from disposable sanitary, incontinence and nappy products to reusable products, Hobsons Bay council has endorsed a number...

Family fun in full flight

Yarraville youngsters got up close and encounter with live butterflies during the 'Butterfly Kidz' event at Yarraville library on Tuesday, April 18. Kids were invited...

Maribyrnong council proposes ‘sensitive’ budget

Maribyrnong ratepayers will face an average rate rise below the state government-set rate cap of 3.5 per cent next financial year. On Tuesday, April 18,...

Celebrating culture and heritage in Maribyrnong

For more than 40 years, the National Trust of Australia has honored the rich culture and heritage displayed in the country with the running...

Rescission motion on McIvor Reserve lost

A split decision to vote down a rescission motion against Maribyrnong council's approval of the McIvor Reserve Master Plan including a six-court sports stadium...

Bugs, books and council services

Young and curious minds received a peek into the miniature world of bugs on Tuesday, April 18 as part of Altona Library's launch of...

Flood submissions close

Melbourne Water (MW) has closed submissions into its review of the October 2022 Maribyrnong River flood. The review received more than 60 submissions, including submissions...

EPA fines concrete supplier

The Environment Protection Authority Victoria (EPA) has fined a concrete, aggregates and concrete products supplier after they allowed concrete dust and slurry to escape...

Services set to honour the fallen

About 50 years after Australia's participation in the Vietnam war came to an end, Williamstown resident Bruce O'Brien said the mental scars of his...

Aiming high for entertainment future

Hotel Westwood co-owner James Young has high hopes for the future of the western Melbourne live music and hospitality scene, despite the hangover from...

Legacy honours promise to dying WW1 soldier

It all started with a promise... In the trenches of the Western Front during WW1, a soldier made a promise to his dying...

A treat for the senses

Cocoroc's Western Treatment Plant is set to come alive with an explosion of art and activity this weekend, as part of the Treatment III...

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Junior girls just the start for Altona North SC

Like many local sporting clubs, Altona North Soccer Club is seeking to attract more female players into its ranks. This season, Altona North fielded its...