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Woolies in West Foostcray war

A West Footscray IGA operator has taken supermarket giant Woolworths to Australia’s competition regulator over its expansion plans in the neighbourhood. Schroeder's IGA has lodged...

Volunteering time to celebrate

Volunteer West held an end of year lunch last week to celebrate the end of 2024 and look forward to 2025. Held at Millennium Community...

Hobsons Bay’s Harold signs off

He might be synonymous with Erinsborough, but for Ian Smith, aka, Harold Bishop from Neighbours, Williamstown will always be home. One of Hobsons Bay’s favourite...

Rally to keep road open

Protesters rallied outside the office of Williamstown MP Melissa Horne on Thursday night, demanding an immediate pause on plans to close Champion Road as...

Afternoon of Christmas cheer

St Ambrose Catholic Church in Woodend will resonate with the sound of Christmas during a Woodend Winter Arts Festival carols event this month. Performed by...

Brimbank getting into the festive spirit

Brimbank council is spreading holiday cheer with a vibrant lineup of Christmas events as part of its Think. Shop. Buy. Dine – and Enjoy...

Christmas at the Lakes take two

The joy of Christmas will not be stopped with the 18th annual Christmas at the Lakes rescheduled for Saturday, December 21 at Breezewater Reserve...

Recycler ordered to clean up

A Brooklyn recycling company recently shut down by the Environmental Protection Authority has been ordered to remove industrial waste from its premises too. Limbourne Group,...

Ballard brings comedy bayside

One of Australian comedy’s biggest stars will headline a night of laughs at the Altona Sports Club on December 18. Award-winning stand up comedian, actor,...

Community Calendar

Christmas On The Lawn Free Christmas event on Saturday, December 14, from 9.30am-1pm. Live music, Christmas choir, sausage sizzle, barista coffee, fruit mince...

Funding for kinder furniture announced

The state government has announced $6.4 million in funding for 27 kindergartens across Victoria to fit them out with furniture and equipment. Service providers opening...

No silent nights in the Melbourne CBD

Melbourne comes into its own over Christmas with heaps of fun activities for families – and the Christmas cheer will be even brighter this...

Funding boost for interpreting services

Applications are now open for the 2025 Interpreter Scholarship Program. Scholarships of up to $8,000 are available for students undertaking a Diploma of Interpreting, Advanced...

Adventure awaits at museums Victoria these summer holidays

Build your own bubble wand, craft stained-glass inspired masterpieces and shrink down to the size of an ant to experience a sensory world beyond...

State urges ladder safety over summer holidays

As Victorians prepare to deck their homes with Christmas decorations or complete jobs around the house during the upcoming holidays, the state is urging...

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Summer fun in the west

Melbourne’s west is full of excitement this summer, offering a mix of festive celebrations, live music, and unique experiences that highlight the region’s charm....