Rates to rise in line with cap
Hobsons Bay council won’t seek variation to the state government’s rate cap in its 2024-25 proposed annual budget, with an average rate rise of...
‘Icon’: Les Twentyman farewelled
Victoria has said its final goodbye to Les Twentyman, a “true son of the west” and a champion for youth across the state.
Family, friends,...
Fine over asbestos spill
A man who left 150 kilograms of industrial waste containing asbestos exposed on a Spotswood demolition site in violation of environment protection regulations has...
Honoring Anzacs
As citizens throughout Australia and New Zealand pause on April 25, for Anzac Day, Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay residents will be able to choose...
Artist inspired by dad’s life
One talented student has paid tribute to her late father in the way she knows best, her artwork leading her to winning a prize...
Young accused killer moved
A 12-year-old accused murderer says she is keen to be moved to new bespoke accommodation, as a judge formally ordered her relocation.
The girl, who...
Top sports talent shines
The state’s best athletes attending government schools have been recognised for their achievements at this year’s Victorian School Sports Awards, including 15 students from...
Rangers roam the woods
School holiday fun in Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay, kicked off with the return of Maribyrnong council's Junior Ranger School Holiday Program.
School aged children joined...
My Place
Community activist Michael West tells Jennifer Pittorino about his work in a range of fields.
Can you tell us your name and job title?
My name...
Heritage on show
I’ve always felt it is so important for us all to not only know our history, but to celebrate it.
As they say, our history...
Grants open for LGBTIQA+ groups
The state government is calling for organisations and groups in Hume and Whittlesea that support LGBTIQA+ communities to apply for grants that will help...
Protecting Aboriginal heritage across Victoria
The state government is inviting Victorian Traditional Owners to apply for positions on the Victorian Aboriginal Heritage Council and play a key role protecting...
Summer read record
More than 16,000 children and young people across Victoria, including Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay, have set a new reading record in this year’s Big...
Australians invited to have their say
The Climate Change Authority is inviting Australians, including those in Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay, to have their say on 2035 emissions reduction targets.
The authority...
Fish stocks hit record
The state government has hit a high-water mark with 10 million fish stocked this year through its stocking program for recreational fishers, including those...
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Repairs ride in
The Footscray Community Bike Hub held two special school holiday sessions to continue the work it does repairing recycled bikes for repurpose.
Facilitator Andrew Johnstone...
